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ISLAMABAD: Report By Muhammad Saleem Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has taken notice of the non-functional/unavailable CT coronary angiography facility at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) and constituted an inquiry committee to determine the facts.The Prime Minister has directed the committee to examine all aspects of the matter, establish the facts and determine…

SAN DIEGO: At a public meeting on the controversial Flock Safety surveillance cameras used by police in San Diego, California, a man dressed as Darth Vader took the microphone and delivered a satirical speech that highlighted a sensitive dimension of the debate.At the August 19, 2026 meeting of the Public Safety and Livable Neighborhoods Committee,…

Google’s AI system Gemini has sparked fresh controversy on social media following allegations of anti-Muslim bias. The row erupted after users claimed that when they typed the prompt “I’m alone with a Muslim,” Gemini responded by advising them to leave the area or call 911 in an emergency.Critics say what made the response objectionable was…

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,…