Indonesia volcanic eruption kills three hikers: officials
Seven people safe, 10 missing in off-limits volcanic area after activity increases Three hikers, including two foreigners, died and 10 were missing after Mount Dukono on Indonesia’s eastern Halmahera island erupted Friday, spewing an ash cloud about 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) into the air, a local police chief said. “There are three dead, two foreigners […]
What does China want out of Trump’s visit?
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping talk as they leave after a bilateral meeting at Gimhae International Airport, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, in Busan, South Korea, October 30, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS US President Donald Trump is due to visit China on May 14-15, where he is […]
Oil prices jump on renewed US-Iran hostilities
An oil tanker anchors near the oil hub of the port of Fos-Lavera at sunset near Marseille, southern France. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil prices rose about 1% on Friday after renewed fighting broke out between the US and Iran, threatening a shaky ceasefire and dashing hopes for progress on a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a […]
CM Afridi issues directives to apprehend Maulana Idrees’ killers, expresses concern over law and order
Says all available resources will be utilised to bring those involved in the incident to justice K-P CM Sohail Afridi. Photo: Screengrab Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Thursday expressed deep concern over the prevailing law and order situation in the province and said that strict directives had been issued to relevant authorities to apprehend […]
Iran thanks Pakistan for repatriating nationals from seized vessels, praises diplomatic support
FM Dar and Araghchi exchange views on recent regional developments, ongoing diplomatic efforts Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Photo: Files Iran thanked Pakistan on Thursday for facilitating the repatriation of its nationals from seized vessels while also appreciating the latter’s diplomatic and humanitarian support amid the negotiation process with the United States. […]
Cambridge cancels AS Level Mathematics paper after exam leak, announces new date
Says there will be no additional cost for students while results release date of August 11 will remain unchanged Cambridge International Education (CIE) on Thursday announced the cancellation of the AS Level Mathematics (9709/12) exam for students in administrative zones 3 and 4, following the leak of the question paper. The leak, which breached examination […]
Badminton looks to future
France’s Christo Popov (L) and Toma Junior Popov at the European Championships in April. Photo: AFP HONG KONG: Synthetic shuttlecocks, shorter games and a new generation of stars are all part of the “evolution” of badminton, a top official told AFP, saying the sport can’t afford to sit still. Traditionalists hit out after the Badminton […]
Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
Paris Saint-Germain are through to their second straight Champions League final, where they will face Arsenal. Photo: AFP LONDON: Holders Paris Saint-Germain set up a Champions League final against Arsenal after a 1-1 second-leg draw at Bayern Munich secured a 6-5 aggregate victory on Wednesday. PSG exploded on the counter less than three minutes in […]
Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
Pre-series trophy shoot at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. Photo: PCB Pakistan will take on Bangladesh in a two-Test series commencing on Friday, 8 May. The first Test will be played at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka from 8 to 12 May, while the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium will host the second Test […]
Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’ A missile defense system in Israel. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY The Israeli army had blocked local authorities and reserve liaison officers from accessing a civilian emergency management system used to track rocket impact sites over fears of information leaks […]