Pakistan dig in as Masood frustrates England
Shan Masood and Azan Awais struck determined half-centuries as Pakistan mounted a stubborn resistance against England on Friday, frustrating the hosts' bid for a clean sweep in the third Test at Edgbaston. Pakistan reached 184-3 at lunch on the third day, still 136 runs behind England's imposing first-innings total of 453. With two sessions remaining, […]
Israel claims killing of 3 Hamas commanders in Gaza
No immediate comment from the Palestinian group; attacks continue unabated despite ceasefire in October 2025 The Israeli army on Friday claimed to have killed three Palestinian commanders in Gaza, alleging they were part of the Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas. “In a precise strike yesterday, Israeli forces and the Shin Bet security agency […]
Mourinho wants ruthless Vinicius
MADRID: Many Real Madrid fans were disappointed when the club extended Vinicius Junior’s contract this summer, amid speculation he might depart for Arsenal. The Brazilian remains one of the key players of the modern Madrid era, having scored the winning goal in the Champions League final in 2022 and netting again as Madrid won the […]
Pakistan snatch narrow win over South Korea in hockey series
Pakistan’s national senior hockey team downed hosts South Korea. Photo: PHF Pakistan’s national senior hockey team downed hosts South Korea 4-3 in a thrilling second match of their ongoing series on Thursday, continuing their preparations for the Asian Games. The match produced an open and attacking contest, with both sides showing an aggressive approach. Pakistan, […]
India reach Asia Cup final
India’s Deepti Sharma celebrates the fall of a Bangladesh wicket in the Asia Cup semifinal. Photo: ACC India overcame a difficult batting surface and Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling to seal a 40-run victory and book their place in the Women’s Asia Cup final. India were put into bat after Bangladesh captain Nigar Sultana Joty won the […]
North Koreans land in Japan for Asian Games
North Korean athletes were welcomed in Japan by supporters who sang songs and waved the country’s flag. Photo: AFP TOKYO: North Korean athletes wearing white blazers and pink ties received a warm welcome as they began arriving on Friday in Japan for the Asian Games, where they will be cheered on by pro-Pyongyang supporters. More […]
LHC suspends PMDC directives ordering Afghan medical students to return home
Court orders students be allowed to continue their studies, sit their examinations, return to their hostels Lahore High Court building. FILE: PHOTO LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday suspended the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council’s (PMDC) directives ordering Afghan medical students to return to Afghanistan. The PMDC reiterated the directive in a letter […]
Trump declines Saudi crown prince’s call for US strikes on Houthis, Axios reports
US officials say administration does not intend to take direct military action against Houthis at this time US President Donald Trump welcomes Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman during an arrival ceremony on South Lawn of White House in Washington, DC, US. Photo: Reuters Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called US President […]
Basant set to paint city skies in March
LAHORE: The metropolis will host Basant from March 12 to 14, 2027, amid comprehensive safety measures and a province-wide ban on kite flying outside the designated dates. In a meeting chaired by Punjab Home Secretary Dr Ahmad Javed Qazi, the departments concerned were directed to complete preparations well before the festival.Under the directives, kite flying […]
Russian strikes kill seven in Ukraine
. KYIV: Russian forces launched a broad assault on the industrial city of Pavlohrad in southeastern Ukraine on Thursday, killing seven people and injuring 76, including several children, as Moscow intensified attacks on logistics and economic targets. Regional Governor Oleksandr Hanzha said Russian forces used drones, artillery and aerial bombs to strike five districts of […]