Hamas has confirmed the death of Abu Ubaida, the long-time masked spokesman of its armed wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, and revealed his identity for the first time, announcing the appointment of a new spokesperson. In a video statement released on Monday, the al-Qassam Brigades said Abu Ubaida was killed during the ongoing Gaza war. The […]
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Russia warns Ukraine of ‘non-diplomatic’ response after alleged drone attack
Russia has warned Ukraine of a “non-diplomatic” response following what Moscow claims was a large-scale drone attack targeting President Vladimir Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the alleged attack took place overnight between December 28 and 29, involving 91 long-range unmanned aerial vehicles. He claimed all drones were […]
US approves chip export licences for Samsung, SK Hynix China plants
The United States has approved annual licences allowing South Korea’s Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix to ship chipmaking equipment to their factories in China throughout 2026, sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. The decision offers temporary relief to the two major memory chipmakers at a time of heightened scrutiny over technology exports to […]
Section 144 imposed in Murree ahead of New Year celebrations
Section 144 has been enforced in Murree to ensure public safety and maintain law and order ahead of New Year celebrations, according to the district police. The District Police Officer (DPO) Murree said the restrictions will remain in force from December 31 to January 1, as the hill station prepares for a large influx of […]
Petrol prices likely to drop by over Rs10 per litre from January 1
Petrol prices in Pakistan are expected to decline significantly on New Year’s Eve, offering some relief to consumers as the country enters 2026, according to media reports citing official sources. Sources told that the price of petrol is likely to be reduced by Rs10.60 per litre for the next fortnight, effective from January 1, 2026. […]
Meta buys autonomous AI agent Manus to expand AI capabilities
Meta Platforms has agreed to acquire Manus, an artificial intelligence agent developed by a startup founded in China but now headquartered in Singapore, the companies said on Monday, as the Facebook owner accelerates its push into advanced AI technologies. Read More: Meta, Pakistan launch Urdu version for Meta AI Manus was created by Butterfly Effect, a startup […]
PIA privatisation to create jobs, not cut staff, says Arif Habib
Arif Habib, chairman of the investment firm that acquired a controlling stake in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), has said the airline’s privatisation will lead to job creation rather than layoffs, as the new owners plan to expand its operations. Read More: Arif Habib says no final decision yet on buying PIA’s remaining 25 shares Speaking on DawnNewsTV’s […]
In 2025, smaller Pakistani dramas outshine mega-budget serials
The year 2025 may not have delivered the blockbuster returns Pakistan’s major entertainment channels were expecting from their most expensive drama serials, but it proved highly rewarding for smaller, story-driven productions that connected more deeply with audiences. Read More: Exciting new Pakistani dramas to watch in 2025 Mega-budget projects aired by HUM TV, Geo TV and ARY […]
Beyoncé becomes the fifth billionaire in music
Beyoncé has officially become a billionaire, with Forbes confirming that the global superstar is now the world’s fifth musician to reach the milestone. She joins an elite group that includes Jay-Z, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift, underscoring the immense financial power of top-tier global touring artists. Read More: YouTube music 2025 recap goes AI The […]
Remembering Ali Baba Taj, a gentle voice from Quetta
Ali Baba Taj, a Hazara poet, academic and quiet believer in Quetta’s shared cultural soul, passed away on November 9 in a hospital in Karachi. He was 48. His death marked a rare and painful moment for a city where too many lives have been claimed by violence rather than time. Born in Quetta in […]