China escalated military pressure on Taiwan after firing rockets into waters north and south of the island during large-scale war games designed to simulate a potential blockade scenario. These drills involved new amphibious assault ships, bomber aircraft, and destroyers operating in close coordination. Military officials confirmed that live-firing activities affected sea and airspace surrounding multiple […]
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Archer picked despite injury for T20 World Cup
England named injured fast bowler Jofra Archer in its provisional T20 World Cup squad on Tuesday. The decision comes despite a left side strain that ruled him out of the final two Ashes Tests. The tournament will begin on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka. However, Archer will miss the warm-up tour of Sri […]
Rangpur Riders cruise past Chattogram in BPL clash
Pakistan all-rounder Faheem Ashraf produced a match-winning performance with the ball as Rangpur Riders secured a dominant eight-wicket victory over Chattogram Royals in the fifth match of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) 2025–26 on Monday. After being asked to bat first, Chattogram Royals struggled to build partnerships and were bowled out for a modest 102 […]
Gold prices plunge sharply across Pakistan
Pakistan’s gold market witnessed a massive drop on Tuesday as prices declined for the second consecutive day, reflecting strong downward pressure from the international bullion market. As a result, buyers showed renewed interest while investors carefully reassessed their positions. This sharp fall brought temporary relief to consumers who had delayed purchases due to record-high rates […]
Anthony Joshua injured in fatal road crash in Nigeria
British former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal road accident in Nigeria’s Ogun State that left two people dead, Nigerian authorities confirmed on Monday. According to the Ogun State Police Command, Joshua, 36, sustained minor injuries after the vehicle he was travelling in collided with another car on the Lagos-Ibadan […]
South Africa edge Zimbabwe to reach AFCON knockouts
South Africa edged past Zimbabwe with a dramatic 3-2 victory in Marrakech on Monday to secure a place in the knockout stages of the Africa Cup of Nations, sealing second spot in Group B and eliminating their southern African rivals. Oswin Appollis scored the decisive penalty in the final 10 minutes, ensuring South Africa finished […]
Pakistan rejects Israel’s Somaliland recognition plan
Pakistan strongly rejected Israel’s plan to deport Palestinians to Somalia’s Somaliland region on Tuesday. Islamabad also condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as unlawful and destabilising. Officials warned the move threatens Somalia’s unity and regional stability. Speaking at the UN Security Council, Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative Ambassador Usman Jadoon said Somaliland is an inseparable part of […]
Shaheen Afridi injury raises world cup concerns
Pakistan’s star fast bowler Shaheen Afridi suffered a knee injury while representing Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, creating immediate concern among fans and team management alike. The injury occurred during a high-intensity league fixture, where Shaheen felt discomfort while bowling at full pace. As a result, medical staff were called in to assess […]
Bahrain announces phased gas price hikes from 2026
The Bahrain government has announced a series of updates to natural gas and vehicle fuel price, aimed at aligning domestic energy costs with global market trends while promoting efficiency and sustainability. According to an official statement, natural gas prices for companies and industrial facilities will be gradually increased beginning January 2026. The decision follows a […]
Pakistan secures halal meat export deal with Tajikistan
Pakistan has made a significant breakthrough in regional trade cooperation by securing an agreement to export halal meat to Tajikistan, officials said on Monday, marking a new milestone in bilateral economic relations between the two countries. Under the agreement, Pakistan will export 143,000 tonnes of halal meat to Tajikistan, with the total value of shipments […]