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Allies of US in the Gulf bear brunt of Iran attacks
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Rapid Progress on Public Welfare Projects Underway: Minister
By Dr. Ansab AliLahore, Pakistan LAHORE: Provincial Minister Punjab Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar on Friday formally inaugurated several ongoing public welfare and development projects in Union Council 109, Khayaban-e-Quaid, and adjoining localities, reaffirming the provincial government’s commitment to improving basic civic infrastructure. The projects include the construction and rehabilitation of roads, upgrades to sewerage systems,…
Taliban ban books written by women from Afghan universities
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Trump Lifts Tariff on Scotch Whisky as Royal Gesture
WASHINGTON / LONDON — May 1, 2026US President Donald Trump announced the removal of a 10% tariff on Scotch whisky imports, calling King Charles III “the greatest king,” as the British monarch and Queen Camilla concluded their historic state visit to the United States.In a characteristically dramatic gesture, Trump made the announcement at the White…
