In speech dripping with patriotism, Trump says American identity under ‘renewed attack’ as US turns 250 – World
US President Donald Trump lashed out on Friday at what he called a fresh threat against the country’s identity, taking aim at domestic “radicals and extremists” on the eve of America’s 250th birthday. In a speech dripping with patriotism, Trump lauded American exceptionalism and praised its past leaders, speaking at Mount Rushmore with its giant […]
Ukraine claims it disabled over 40% of Russia’s oil refining capacity as of early July
Ukrainian General Staff claims Kyiv struck 8 Russian oil refineries over past month Smoke rises from an oil refinery following a Ukrainian drone attack in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Moscow, Russia, June 18, 2026. Photo: Reuters Ukraine claimed Saturday that its strikes on Russian energy infrastructure have disabled 42.74% of the country’s oil […]
Prosecution seeks inclusion of Gul Plaza inquiry report in charge sheet – Pakistan
KARACHI: The prosecution has once again returned the charge sheet submitted by the investigating officer in the Gul Plaza case, as he failed to include the judicial commission’s report and to remove several defects earlier pointed out by the prosecution. In his third attempt to submit the charge sheet, the IO had fixed the responsibility […]
Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs to 2,645, with 12,666 injured
Communication and Information Ministry says over 3,300 international rescue workers deployed in quake-hit area The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela last month has risen to 2,645, while 12,666 people were injured, the Communication and Information Ministry said Friday. According to a ministry statement on US social media company X, so […]
PCB allocates massive budget for players’ salaries
Shaheen Shah Afridi picked up the last two wickets to wrap up South Africa innings. Photo: AFP KARACHI: The PCB has allocated 1100 million rupees in its budget for players’ monthly salaries and match fees. This year, 45 cricketers will be awarded contracts across five categories. Players in Category A/B (Test and ODI) will receive […]
Govt slashes petrol, diesel prices by Rs1.97 – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The government on Friday cut the price of both petrol and diesel by Rs1.97 per litre, with immediate effect for the week ending July 10, to pass on part of the impact of lower global prices over the past week. As such, the ex-depot price of high-speed diesel (HSD) was set at Rs309.50 for […]