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  • Punjab goods transporters end five-day strike after talks with govt

    Punjab goods transporters end five-day strike after talks with govt

    Marriyum Aurangzeb met transporters’ representatives as Punjab CM forms committee to resolve issues

    Punjab’s goods transporters announced the end of…

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  • UN expert decries Imran’s detention, calls on authorities to ensure compliance with international standards – Dawn

    1. UN expert decries Imran’s detention, calls on authorities to ensure compliance with international standards  Dawn
    2. UN expert calls on Pakistan to end ‘inhumane’ detention, solitary confinement of Imran Khan  The Hindu
    3. Ray of hope for former PM…

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  • Mahoor Shahzad leads Wapda charge as Army snatches doubles glory at National Games – Dawn

    1. Mahoor Shahzad leads Wapda charge as Army snatches doubles glory at National Games  Dawn
    2. Hanzala, Mahoor star as curtain falls on National Games competitions  Dawn
    3. Pakistan Army clinch women’s softball gold at National Games  The Express Tribune

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  • 2027 Porsche 911 GT3 90 F.A. is a Lean, Mean, Green Tribute Tourer

    2027 Porsche 911 GT3 90 F.A. is a Lean, Mean, Green Tribute Tourer

    If you want to read up on Porsche’s fabled history, even going back to the days way before the venerable 911, there are plenty of books that’ll surmise it neatly. But to understand the purpose behind the 2027 911 GT3 90 F.A., you…

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  • How the Team Behind Valkey Knew It Was Time to Fork

    How the Team Behind Valkey Knew It Was Time to Fork

    TOKYO — Forking an open source project is never a first choice. It is divisive, dangerous, and politically risky. But sometimes, as Valkey leaders Roberto Luna Rojas and Madelyn Olson said during their talk here Monday at Open Source…

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  • ISLAND TIME IS CALLING: VOYAGER OF THE SEAS MAKES DEBUT IN BRISBANE

    ISLAND TIME IS CALLING: VOYAGER OF THE SEAS MAKES DEBUT IN BRISBANE

    ISLAND TIME IS CALLING: VOYAGER OF THE SEAS MAKES DEBUT IN BRISBANE

    Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas homeports in Brisbane for the first time with more ways for families to play across the South Pacific and Queensland

    BRISBANE, Dec. 13, 2025 – Holidaymakers and their families can set their sights on the ultimate summer Down Under as Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas has arrived at its new home in Brisbane. Marking a long-awaited return to Australia and the ship’s first season homeporting from Brisbane, Voyager will deliver more ways to play than ever before across 20 next-level holidays. The lineup ranges from 3-night weekend getaways to 12-night adventures, exploring the region’s most spectacular coastlines from sun-soaked Queensland to the picturesque South Pacific.

    “Our award-winning Voyager is an adventure-seeker’s dream and the perfect holiday match for the spirit of the Sunshine State,” said Gavin Smith, vice president and managing director, Australia and New Zealand, Royal Caribbean. “This season from Brisbane is one for the books with more weekend getaways and more island time than ever before across Queensland and South Pacific destinations, reinforcing the unforgettable memories that families can make on a Royal Caribbean holiday.”

    For those chasing the ultimate summer getaway, holidaymakers can have their pick of ten 3- to 7-night holidays visiting Airlie Beach and Cairns, Australia, along Queensland’s sun-drenched coast. Plus, there are more ways than ever to level up weekend celebrations with two 3-night getaways departing on a Friday to slot into the busiest calendars.

    This summer, holidaymakers can unwind with more island time with ten 7- to 9- night South Pacific adventures hopping between postcard-perfect locales from the easy island rhythms of Nouméa, New Caledonia, to the turquoise waters of Port Vila, Mystery Island, and Luganville in Vanuatu.

    Holidaymakers looking to spend the holidays kicking back on palm-fringed shores can celebrate Christmas with a view on an 8-night getaway or welcome the New Year on a 9-night adventure visiting the South Pacific. With entertainment, dining and festive celebrations on board, these adventures make the season one to remember, making way for celebration, relaxation and quality time with those who matter most. And for the ultimate adventure, globe-trotters can venture even further on a once-in-a-lifetime 25-night Transpacific holiday to Seattle, visiting bucket-list gems across French Polynesia and Hawaii.

    On deck, Voyager is packed with next-level adventure for all ages. Thrill-seekers can go head-to-head in a glow-in-the-dark laser tag clash at Battle for Planet Z, hang ten on the FlowRider surf simulator and ice skate in the middle of the ocean at Studio B or take on three storeys of high-speed twists and turns on The Perfect Storm waterslides slides. Little ones will love Splashaway Bay while adults can unwind poolside at The Lime & Coconut or recharge at the Vitality Spa. Lighting up the stage at night is jaw-dropping entertainment like “Ice Odyssey,” where professional ice skaters bring the magic and mystery of tarot cards to life on the skating rink, and famous Broadway show tunes in “Broadway Rhythm and Rhyme.” When it’s time to refuel, guests can take their pick from 20 options for all types of palates with flavours from around the world including Far East flavours at Izumi, rustic Italian at Giovanni’s Table and hand-cut steaks at Chops Grille.

    Royal Caribbean’s summer celebrations continue in the iconic Sydney Harbour, where Anthem of the Seas made its Down Under debut last month. The award-winning Quantum Class ship is delivering 24 getaways – from 2-night weekend escapes to 18-night adventures – across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, bringing bolder adventures and show-stopping new experiences to Australian shores.

    This season will also mark the debut of six Wiggly-themed holidays, exclusive to Royal Caribbean and featuring the Wiggly Friends, across Voyager and Anthem. The ultimate family holiday comes to life through a combination of Royal Caribbean’s signature family experiences and the excitement of The Wiggles, inspiring wonder and discovery. Young kids and their loved ones can look forward to character events, live concerts, exclusive Royal Caribbean x The Wiggles merchandise and more.

    For more details on the 2025-26 holidays in Australia, holidaymakers can visit Royal Caribbean’s website.

    About Royal Caribbean
    Royal Caribbean, part of Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL), has delivered memorable vacations for more than 50 years. The cruise line’s game-changing ships and exclusive destinations revolutionize vacations with innovations and an all-encompassing combination of experiences, from thrills to dining and entertainment, for every type of family and vacationer. Voted “Best Cruise Line Overall” for 22 consecutive years in the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards, Royal Caribbean makes memories with adventurers across more than 300 destinations in 80 countries on all seven continents, including the line’s top-rated exclusive destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas.  

    Media can stay up to date by following @RoyalCaribPR on X and visit www.RoyalCaribbeanPressCenter.com. For additional information or to book, vacationers can visit www.RoyalCaribbean.com, call (800) ROYAL-CARIBBEAN or contact their travel advisor. 

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    The amplified Voyager of the Seas features adventures for vacationers of all ages to make memories, including The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator, mini golf and more. 

    The amplified Voyager of the Seas features adventures for vacationers of all ages to make memories, including The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator, mini golf and more. 

    The amplified Voyager of the Seas features adventures for vacationers of all ages to make memories, including The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator, mini golf and more. 

    The amplified Voyager of the Seas features adventures for vacationers of all ages to make memories, including The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator, mini golf and more. 

    The amplified Voyager of the Seas features adventures for vacationers of all ages to make memories, including The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides, the FlowRider surf simulator, mini golf and more. 

    The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides and the signature FlowRider surf simulator are among the thrills vacationers can enjoy on Royal Caribbean's Freedom and Voyager of the Seas.

    The Perfect Storm duo of racing waterslides and the signature FlowRider surf simulator are among the thrills vacationers can enjoy on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom and Voyager of the Seas.

    The Studio B ice-skating rink is a signature Royal Caribbean venue, where professional ice skaters perform awe-inspiring feats by night and vacationers can have a spin with friends and family by day. 

    The Studio B ice-skating rink is a signature Royal Caribbean venue, where professional ice skaters perform awe-inspiring feats by night and vacationers can have a spin with friends and family by day. 

    Voyager of the Seas Fast Facts

    Voyager of the Seas Fast Facts


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  • Government of Canada announces nearly $7 million to support research in energy technologies

    On December 12, 2025, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade, Yasir Naqvi, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced nearly $5 million in funding to the University of Calgary for the Energy Modelling Hub, a national initiative to advance evidence-based decision-making in the energy sector.

    Additionally, over $2 million was announced to support four projects under the Energy Innovation Program. These projects focus on providing insights on industrial decarbonization and the role of electricity, low-carbon fuels and carbon-reduction technologies as we transition to net zero by 2050.

    Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs)

    Project name: Energy Modelling Hub
    Recipient: The Governors of the University of Calgary
    Location: National
    Funding amount: $4.9 million
    Description: This project is a national initiative dedicated to strengthening Canada’s energy modelling ecosystem and advancing evidence-based decision making to support the country’s transition to a decarbonized, reliable and equitable energy system.

    Energy Innovation Program – National Energy Systems Modelling Call

    Project name: Enhancing CAN-REGEN to Comprehensively Assess Canada’s Economy-Wide Net-Zero Transition
    Recipient: EPRI International, Inc.
    Location: Calgary, Alberta
    Funding amount: $674,280
    Description: The objective of this project is to update the Canadian Regional Economy, Greenhouse Gas and Energy (CAN-REGEN) model to better reflect dynamics related to fuel supply and sector coupling between electricity and end-use sectors.

    Project name: A Robust Analysis of Uncertainty in Technology Deployment to Guide Optimal Investment Priorities in Industrial Innovation for a Net-Zero Canada
    Recipient: Energy Super Modelers and International Analysis (ESMIA) Consulting
    Location: Blainville, Quebec
    Funding amount: $500,000
    Description: This project led by ESMIA Consulting will use a proprietary optimization model, NATEM, to study the optimal mix of industrial decarbonization technologies across industrial sectors in Canada.

    Project name: Application of the Provincial-Scale GCAM–Canada Model for Assessment of Carbon Removal and Reduction Technologies in the Energy and Building Sectors
    Recipient: Governors of the University of Alberta
    Location: Edmonton, Alberta
    Funding amount: $467,928
    Description: This project will develop a fully open-source Canadian version of the Global Change Analysis Model (GCAM), an Integrated Assessment Model (the primary type of modelling tool used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in developing emissions trajectories). The model will be used to assess carbon removal and reduction technologies’ effectiveness to 2100 in the energy and building sectors.

    Project name: Decarbonizing Heat in Canadian Industry
    Recipient: Simon Fraser University
    Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
    Funding amount: $450,000
    Description: This project will develop a fully open-source energy economy simulation model to specifically examine the competitiveness of Canadian industry by determining if zero-emission, low- to high-temperature heat can be produced at a cost that maintains economic viability.  

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  • 2026 Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express Stamps Announced – Newsroom

    2026 Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express Stamps Announced – Newsroom

    Dec. 12, 2025

    First-day-of-issue dates and locations through March 2026 also revealed