Wasim Akram takes a pick at the city food war, says Lahore has history, but ‘Karachi offers more variety’ Former cricketer and coach Wasim Akram took to social media to weigh in on the Karachi vs Lahore food debate, sharing his thoughts on both cities’ cuisines, saying that there is definitely good food in Lahore, but…
Gold prices on Friday declined in both international and local markets, while silver prices recorded an increase. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce fell by $27 to $4,717. According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association, in the local market, the price of gold per tola declined by Rs2,700…
Pope Leo XIV leads a holy Mass in Piazza Bartolo Longo in front of the Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei, on the first anniversary of his election, in Pompei, Italy, May 8, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Pope Leo asked that God would inspire world leaders to calm global tensions and reduce hatred…
Labour lost support in areas including traditional strongholds of central, northern England, some parts of London Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during a press conference at Downing Street in London, Britain, April 1, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowed on Friday to fight on to deliver on his promise to bring “change”…
Harry Potter TV series adds microchips to props after thefts, with cast and crew warned of strict penalties The makers of the new Harry Potter spin-off series have reportedly begun microchipping props in an effort to stop cast and crew members from stealing items from the set, especially valuable broomsticks. According to reports, warning notices…
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…
Iran’s top joint military command accuses US of violating ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker, another ship US President Donald Trump speaks at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches in Florida about the recent interception, boarding, and seizure of Iranian cargo ships and oil tankers by the US Navy. PHOTO: SCREENGRAB US and Iranian forces…
DG ISPR warns against testing Pak resolve, AVM Ghazi says PAF-IAF tally stands at 8-0 DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations) Rear Admiral Shafaat Ali and Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Projects) Air Vice Marshal Tariq Ghazi share a light moment. Photo: APP RAWALPINDI: Director General Inter-Services Public…
LAHORE: At least four children were killed and 20 others injured after the roof of a classroom at a private school in Punjab’s Dera Ghazi Khan collapsed on Thursday. According to a preliminary report issued by the district administration, the injured included 16 students, two teachers and two labourers. Rescue officials said emergency teams, assisted…
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. Photo: X LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday ordered a crackdown against Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) officials involved in illegal activities and tarnishing the image of the organisation. Chairing a meeting, she warned that such personnel could face imprisonment instead of brief detention.The chief…