WASHINGTON: The US Supreme Court on Friday allowed President Donald Trump’s administration to continue, for now, construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House. Chief Justice John Roberts issued a temporary order halting enforcement of a lower court ruling that had blocked above-ground construction on the project.The order is temporary, not a final…
NETHERLANDS: Pakistan secured their first win at the FIH Hockey World Cup in 16 years, defeating Japan 4-3 in a classification match at the tournament being held in the Netherlands.Pakistan had already been eliminated from contention for the World Cup trophy, with the match forming part of the classification round. The victory is being seen…
TAXILA: The mystery behind the tragic murder of well-known TikToker Shamsu Bibi, also known as Ayesha Gulamna, has finally been solved. Police have arrested five suspects, including the victim’s father and brother.SSP Operations Rawalpindi, Tariq Mehboob, revealed at a press conference that Shamsu Bibi was allegedly murdered in a premeditated “honor” killing. According to police,…
East Jerusalem — Israel has moved forward with large-scale construction in the E1 area east of occupied East Jerusalem despite international opposition. The Israeli Ministry of Construction and Housing issued tenders for 1,234 housing units, part of a wider plan of 3,401 homes in E1.Palestinian and international critics warn that major settlement-building in E1 would…
GAZA: Despite the ceasefire, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have continued unabated. The latest strikes killed at least 10 Palestinians and wounded 15 others.According to media reports, the Israeli military said the strikes targeted Hamas commanders and members who were allegedly planning operations against Israeli troops stationed in Gaza. Palestinian sources confirmed one person was killed…
WASHINGTON: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has delivered a blunt message to allied nations, saying they must now choose between the United States and Iran.In a media interview, Bessent said the time has come for the world to decide whose side it wants to be on. He argued that if allies want to see the…
Scientists worldwide have raised alarm over the growing risk of a potentially exceptionally strong “Super El Niño” developing in the Pacific Ocean, a scenario that could make 2027 the warmest year on record and amplify hazards such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, wildfires, crop failures and food insecurity. Forecasts from agencies including the UK Met Office,…
Abu Dhabi — The UAE’s official Cybersecurity Council warned that one in every 50 children in the country has been targeted by digital identity theft, urging students to review their online habits and security settings ahead of the new school year. The council said the start of term is an opportunity for students to strengthen…
LONDON: Young speaker Yamuna Hassan won the “Best Proposition Speaker” award at an Oxford University debate, addressing a key challenge of the AI era. Following her win, the Lord Mayor of Oxford personally presented her with the award amid enthusiastic applause from the audience.Hassan argued against the growing trend of outsourcing genuine creative work to…
WASHINGTON: The US Treasury Department has announced fresh sanctions targeting what it described as Iran’s “shadow banking” network — a system it says facilitates the transfer and repatriation of funds generated from oil and other exports.According to the Treasury, the new sanctions target front companies linked to Iranian banks, exchange houses, and financial facilitators involved…
