Thiem sees 2024 as ‘last chance’ to climb the rankings
LONDON: Former U.S. Open champion Dominic Thiem said this season is his “last chance” to get back to playing at a level he expects of himself and climb back up the world rankings after dropping down the order due to injuries. The 30-year-old former world number three struggled to get back to top form after […]
S. Korea beat Saudis to reach Asian Cup quarter-finals
DOHA: Son Heung-min’s South Korea came back from the dead to beat Saudi Arabia 4-2 on penalties on Tuesday and set up an Asian Cup quarter-final with Australia. After a nail-biting game ended 1-1, Hwang Hee-chan scored the decisive penalty for Jurgen Klinsmann’s side, who are aiming to end a 64-year Asian Cup title drought. […]
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana reference – Pakistan
Former premier Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Wednesday were sentenced to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana reference. Last month, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) had filed a fresh reference against the two in an accountability court for retaining a jewellery set received from Saudi crown prince against undervalued assessment. The […]
Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to 14 years in Toshakhana case – Pakistan
An Islamabad accountability court on Wednesday sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to 14 years in jail in the Toshakhana graft case. Both Imran and his wife were also barred from holding any public office for 10 years, and were slapped with a fine of Rs787 million. This is a […]
Babar Azam speaks out on struggles and performance concerns
Former Pakistan captain, Babar Azam, currently representing Rangpur Riders in the ongoing Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2024, has opened up about his dissatisfaction with his current form and his relentless pursuit of excellence. In a recent interview, Azam acknowledged that he is not content with his current position and believes there are still numerous milestones […]
Wheat to be sold in GB at previous rates, says minister – Pakistan
GILGIT: Wheat will be available in Gilgit-Baltistan at previous rates after the government reversed its move to raise prices, Home Minister Shams Lone announced the decision at a press conference on Tuesday. The announcement came amid a sustained protest against the government’s decision last month to increase rates of the commodity. According to sources, people […]
Atif Aslam returns to Bollywood with ‘Love Story of 90’s’
In an exciting development, Pakistani singer-songwriter who has garnered cross-border fame with his heart-melting vocals will be making a much-anticipated comeback to Bollywood with a romantic song for Love Story of 90’s, as reported by India Today. Produced by Haresh Sangani and Dharmesh Sangani, LSO90’s is directed by Amit Kasaria and stars the talented Adhyayan […]
Neuralink has installed brain implant in first human patient: Elon Musk – World
SAN FRANCISCO: Elon Musk said on Tuesday his Neuralink startup had installed a brain implant in its first human patient with “promising” initial results. The neurotechnology company co-founded by Musk in 2016 aims to build direct communication channels between the brain and computers. The ambition is to supercharge human capabilities, treat neurological disorders like ALS […]
Indian navy rescues 19 Pakistanis from Somali pirates – World
NEW DELHI: India’s navy said on Tuesday it had freed an Iranian fishing vessel hijacked by Somali pirates, the second in as many days, after the latest attack on Indian Ocean shipping. The warship INS Sumitra “compelled the safe release” of the 19 Pakistani crew members and the Iranian-flagged Al Naeemi fishing vessel, the spokesman […]
Drap orders recall of nine ‘poisonous’ syrups – Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (Drap) has directed pharmaceutical companies to recall nine contaminated syrups, the authority’s CEO told Dawn. In the past two months, the regulator has found at least seven pharmaceutical companies involved in producing syrups with high proportions of Propylene Glycol (PG), a prohibited substance. Drap CEO Dr Asim Rauf […]