Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
LONDON: Jon Rahm has reached a deal with the European Tour that will allow him retain his membership and remain eligible for next year’s Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Ireland. In an agreement similar to that signed by eight other LIV golfers in February, the Spaniard will pay all outstanding fines for playing in […]
The Bradmans of Social Media
Unfiltered online criticism is becoming a serious threat to cricketers’ mental health Fans remain central to the PSL experience, but the line between support and criticism grows increasingly blurred online. Photo: PCB/FILE KARACHI: “Brother, what can I tell you? Whenever I look at Twitter and Facebook, I feel like I have achieved nothing in cricket,that […]
Khawaja Asif warns of stronger response to any future aggression
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Wednesday said Marka-e-Haq has made it clear that any future aggression will be met with a response far more intense and decisive, Radio Pakistan reported. On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared that May 10 will be observed annually as Youm-e-Marka-e-Haq to commemorate the “magnificent success” of ‘Operation Bunyanum Marsoos’ and […]
Pakistani celebrities reimagine met gala 2026 with AI-generated looks
Pakistani stars join Met Gala buzz by sharing creative AI-generated red carpet looks for Instagram As the Met Gala 2026 dominated social conversations in New York City, Pakistani celebrities joined the trend in creative and unexpected ways, showcasing AI-generated versions of their own red carpet looks. Pakistani stars took to Instagram to share their digitally […]
A year into papacy, Leo finds his ‘clarion voice’
Washington Cardinal calls pope ‘clarion voice’ for world, Pope steps up schedule with visits to Spain, across Italy Pope Leo XIV meets with bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated persons, seminarians and pastoral workers at the Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, known as the St. Esprit Cathedral, during his first apostolic journey, in Istanbul, Turkey, November […]
Oil extends slide as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Brent crude futures fell $1.89, or 1.7%, to $107.98 a barrel, after dropping 4% in previous session A drone view shows the Malta-flagged tanker Agios Fanourios I, an oil tanker that sailed through the Strait of Hormuz, arriving in Iraq’s territorial waters off Basra, Iraq, April 17, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil prices fell for a […]
Rolling Stones celebrate coming launch of 25th studio album
The band marks its 64th anniversary in Brooklyn, teasing 25th studio album ‘Foreign Tongues’ releasing this July The three surviving members of the Rolling Stones attended a red-carpet event in Brooklyn on Tuesday to celebrate the launch of the band’s 25th studio album, Foreign Tongues, a follow-up to their Grammy-winning 2023 release. The 14-track collection will […]
Khawaja Asif lauds armed forces, warns against future aggression
Defence minister highlights unity, says nation forms ‘steel-like wall’ against external threats Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. Photo: Screengrab Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Tuesday lauded the Pakistan armed forces’ prompt and decisive response to Indian aggression during Marka-e-Haq, warning that any future hostility would be met with an even more forceful reply. Speaking at the […]
Islamabad administration revises business timings under austerity measures
People commute on a road near Faisal Mosque, as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for peace talks, in Islamabad. PHOTO: REUTERS The capital administration on Tuesday issued a revised notification regarding closing times for markets, businesses, and commercial activities in light of ongoing austerity measures. According to a notification issued by the […]
Aurat March organiser, activists briefly detained outside KPC
Sheema Kermani demands apology from Sindh govt over ‘unprecedented’ police action Aurat March organiser Sheema Kermani, along with several other women activists and a representative of the transgender community, was briefly taken into custody by police outside the Karachi Press Club (KPC) on Tuesday amid a protest related to upcoming Women’s Day activities. According to […]