Saudi-led consortium finalizes $55b acquisition of gaming giant EA
Saudi Arabia has steadily expanded its investments in the global gaming industry as part of…
Saudi-led consortium finalizes $55b acquisition of gaming giant EA
Saudi Arabia has steadily expanded its investments in the global gaming industry as part of its Vision 2030 strategy A Saudi-led investment group on Wednesday finalised the $55 billion acquisition of American video game publisher Electronic Arts (EA), according to official statements and industry reports. The deal, which takes the publisher of major franchises such…
Meta apologises to India for restricting PM Modi’s post
Meta said the post had been blocked inadvertently because of an operational error People are seen behind a logo of Meta Platforms, during a conference in Mumbai, India, September 20, 2023—REUTERS Meta Platforms’ Chief Global Affairs Officer Joel Kaplan on Wednesday apologised to India’s information technology minister for briefly restricting a post by Prime Minister…
Pakistan team reaches base camp with body of renowned climber killed in avalanche
On July 30, an avalanche cut off contact with the 10-member international expedition led by Purja on Broad Peak Mourners in Kathmandu lit candles before the portraits of mountaineer Nirmal Purja and his companions, who were killed in an avalanche in Pakistan. Photo: AFP/file A search team has transported the bodies of renowned climber Nirmal…
India monsoon floods, landslides kill more than 100 since July: officials
Residents wade through a flooded street following heavy monsoon rains in Guwahati, India on August 4, 2026. Photo: AFP/file Floods and landslides triggered by monsoon rains have killed more than 100 people across India since July, official data showed on Wednesday, with thousands forced to flee their inundated homes. While the annual monsoon brings rainfall…
Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, sources say
Tehran is seeking fees of between 5% and 7% of the price of cargoes from ships using the strait Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 3, 2026—REUTERS A proposed deal between Iran and Oman would give Tehran control over ships entering the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz, a…
IHC petition says president failed in ‘mandatory constitutional duty’ over judges’ appointments
Petition asks court to declare the delay unlawful and compel immediate action on judicial appointments ISLAMABAD: A petition filed before the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday challenged President Asif Ali Zardari’s delay in approving a summary for the appointment of high court judges. It argued that his inaction amounts to a failure to perform “a mandatory…
Gold prices surge by Rs10,000 per tola in Pakistan
Gold prices in Pakistan surged by Rs10,000 per tola on Wednesday as rising geopolitical uncertainty and mixed signals over possible renewed negotiations between the United States and Iran boosted demand for precious metals in global and domestic markets. In the international bullion market, gold prices jumped by $100 per ounce to $4,155, triggering a sharp…
Iranian president reaffirms support for Palestine, backs Hamas-led negotiation decisions
Masoud Pezeshkian tells Hamas political chief Khalil al-Hayya Palestine remains top priority of Iran’s foreign policy Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Photo: Reuters/ File Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Tehran’s support for the Palestinian cause on Wednesday, saying Iran would back decisions taken by Hamas and other Palestinian factions in negotiations, according to the Iranian presidency….
Delayed AJK poll results hand one seat each to PML-N, PPP in Muzaffarabad constituencies
People cast their votes during the second phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections on Sunday. Photo: APP ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) secured one seat each as unofficial and unconfirmed results from the two constituencies where polling had been delayed brought the second…
Demand to trade US indices gain
Start trading US indices with XM, where regulation, transparency, and informed decision-making come before profits For years, currency pairs and gold dominated local trading activity. However, a significant shift is currently underway in the financial landscape. A rapidly growing number of traders are looking beyond traditional foreign exchange markets and choosing to trade US indices…
