Category: 2. World
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Asteroid impact on moon blasted two grand canyons in 10 minutes – World
WASHINGTON: The Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of Earth’s natural wonders, carved out over millions of years by the gradual erosion power of the Colorado River. Close to the moon’s south pole are two canyons each comparable in size to the Grand Canyon that were born in a much different process. New research indicates…
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KP CM, Junaid Akbar discuss preparations for Feb 8 public gathering
PESHAWAR – Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa President Junaid Akbar Khan and KP Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur discussed preparations for February 8 public gathering in Swabi. “KP CM Gandapur assured Junaid Akbar of full cooperation regarding the event,” said the sources while quoting the conversation between both the leaders in Peshawar on Tuesday. Gandapur…
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One killed, five wounded in Ohio warehouse shooting – World
Ohio Police were searching for a shooter who killed one person and wounded five others at a warehouse building in New Albany on Tuesday, the city said. The shooter has been identified and police were “working to bring the suspect into custody”, the City of New Albany said in an online statement. The warehouse had…
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No ties with Israel without Palestinian state
– Advertisement – – Advertisement – – Advertisement – By Rehan Khan RIYADH, Feb 05 (APP): The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday affirmed that the Kingdom’s position on the establishment of a Palestinian state is firm and unwavering. The ministry, in a statement, said Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin…
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Trump in no hurry to talk to Xi amid new tariff war – World
WASHINGTON/BEIJING: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he is in no hurry to speak to Chinese President Xi Jinping to try to defuse a new trade war between the world’s two largest economies sparked by his sweeping 10% tariffs on all Chinese imports. China imposed targeted tariffs on U.S. imports on Tuesday and put…
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China, on Trump proposing US takeover of Gaza, says it opposes forced transfer
BEIJING: China opposes forced transfer targeting the people of Gaza Strip, the country’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday in response to US President Donald Trump’s proposal for the US to take over the region. In shock announcement, Trump says U.S. wants to take over Gaza Strip China hopes all parties will take ceasefire and post-conflict…
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India’s Modi takes ‘holy dips’ at Maha Kumbh, week after stampede killed dozens – World
NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took holy dips in sacred river waters in the northern city of Prayagraj on Wednesday as he joined millions of people at the Maha Kumbh Mela, a week after dozens died in a stampede at the event. Authorities said 30 people were killed in the stampede on the…
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New Zealand cricket team arrives in Lahore for Tri-Series
LAHORE – The New Zealand cricket team has arrived in Lahore to participate in the upcoming tri-nation series. The series will commence on February 8 with a match between Pakistan and New Zealand, while the South African team is scheduled to arrive on February 7. The New Zealand squad will rest today and begin their…
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Letters of Agreement update for Punjab School Teacher Internship 2025
LAHORE – The merit lists of selected candidates for Punjab School Teacher Internship programme 2025 will be displayed on portal and notice board of respective schools tomorrow, 6 February 2025. The competent authorities conducted interviews of short-listed candidates from Feb 3 to Feb 4. The candidates will be able to submit objections (if any) on…
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Dua Khalid Khan ties the Knot with singer Tahir Abbas Raja
LAHORE – Pakistan women’s hockey team’s international player, Dua Khalid Khan, has married singer Tahir Abbas Raja. The national women’s hockey team’s vice-captain had a simple and graceful Nikkah ceremony during her Umrah pilgrimage. She shared pictures of the occasion on her social media accounts. Taking to Instagram, the international hockey player posted her Nikkah…