US President Donald Trump will mark the nation’s 250th Independence anniversary on Saturday with a campaign-style rally on Washington’s National Mall. The event concludes weeks of nationwide celebrations that have drawn criticism over increasing political divisions. Millions of Americans are expected to celebrate the historic milestone with fireworks, parades, and public gatherings. Trump has promoted […]
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Trump unveils new Air Force One, converted Qatari jumbo jet
JOINT BASE ANDREWS: US President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled a newly designated Air Force One aircraft, a former Qatar-owned Boeing 747 that has been converted into the official presidential jet, during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. The aircraft, previously owned by Qatar, has been extensively modified to serve as a temporary […]
FBI says attack plot against White House UFC event was foiled
WASHINGTON: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced that it thwarted an alleged terrorist plot targeting a major UFC event held at the White House earlier this week, leading to the arrest of several suspects accused of planning a mass-casualty attack. According to FBI Director Kash Patel, authorities identified a potential threat linked to […]
Man pleads not guilty in Trump assassinate case
A man accused of attempting to assassinate US President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges in a federal court in Washington, according to court proceedings reported on Monday. Cole Allen, 31, from California, appeared in court wearing an orange jumpsuit and shackles but did not speak during the hearing. His attorney entered […]
Aurangzeb arrives in Washington for IMF World Bank meetings
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has arrived in Washington, D.C. to attend the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Spring Meetings 2026, as Pakistan continues efforts to strengthen its economic reform agenda amid global uncertainty. Read More: Aurangzeb meets IMF to assess EFF progress According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, the minister will participate in high-level discussions […]
Finance minister leaves for US to attend IMF, World Bank meetings
Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for the United States to participate in key international financial meetings hosted by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. Read More: US reaffirms support for Pakistan’s economic reform agenda The high-level meetings are scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. from April 13 to 18, […]
World Bank Showcases Pakistan’s FBR as Global Model for Public Sector Reform
ISLAMABAD – The World Bank has invited Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to present its transformation journey as a global case study in public sector reform during the Annual Meetings held in Washington, D.C. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, FBR Chairman Rashid Mahmood Langrial, and other senior officials attended the event. The Finance Minister […]