Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is likely to be worst affected, severe weather may trigger landslides in northern areas The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Friday issued a weather alert warning of widespread dust-thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms and strong winds in the northwestern parts of the country from May 2. In its advisory, the department said a fresh westerly…
Nikola Jokic enraged the home crowd by sparking a brawl with Jaylen Clark. Photo: AFP LOS ANGELES: The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated Nikola Jokic’s Denver Nuggets while the New York Knicks put on one of the most dominant displays in NBA playoff history, destroying Atlanta to advance Thursday. Sixth-seeded Minnesota will play the San Antonio Spurs…
More worrying for Europe, the US has floated punishing NATO allies over Iran support. US President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz meet in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, March 3, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS The past weeks have not been reassuring for those who thought Europe could navigate…
Rs20–30 billion are spent annually on government vehicles despite 50 per cent austerity cuts LAHORE: Despite repeated austerity announcements by the Punjab government, including a 50% cut in fuel expenses and parking of unnecessary official vehicles, public doubts persist. Citizens question why large numbers of green number plate vehicles are still seen on highways, outside offices,…
Stresses regulatory system to boost investor confidence in digital economy sector in meeting with PVARA chairman Minister of State and Chairman Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority Bilal bin Saqib calls on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday. Photo: PMO Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday directed the early and full operationalisation of an effective, internationally…
Desire Doue and Joao Neves celebrate one of PSG’s goals against Bayern Munich. Photo: AFP/File LONDON: Paris Saint-Germain have not been afforded a weekend off this time in between the two legs of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, but they could instead take a big step towards clinching yet another Ligue 1 title….
LONDON: FIFA said Thursday it will review its ticketing strategy for the 2030 World Cup following anger over skyrocketing prices for the 2026 finals in Canada, Mexico and the United States. Speaking to reporters after the conclusion of the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, secretary-general Mattias Grafstrom said high ticket prices for this year’s tournament reflected…
At least 40 people-including women, children, elderly citizens-were injured during April after being by stray bullets KARACHI: The unchecked use of firearms in the city continues to endanger citizens’ lives, with people feeling unsafe both on the streets and even inside their homes due to bullets fired from unknown directions. According to a report, at…
Arsenal are three points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League title race. Photo: AFP/File LONDON: Arsenal have a chance to crank up the pressure on Manchester City this weekend as they seek to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League. The Gunners can go six points clear of their in-form…
Oscar Piastri tells a Miami press conference that Formula One rules need a fundamental overhaul. Photo: AFP MIAMI: Formula One’s drivers on Thursday welcomed rules tweaks made on safety grounds, but warned that more was needed to improve the racing at this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix. Speaking at an official news conference, most drivers said…