Pakistan

In a heartwarming celebration of love that has spanned decades, Chaz Bono, son of the legendary Cher, tied the knot with his first love, Shara Blue Mathes, in a romantic Hollywood wedding on Sunday, March 8, at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles. The couple’s love story is nothing short of enchanting. They first met as teenagers at …

US-Israeli strikes have killed nearly 1,450 people in Iran since the conflict began on February 28. The United States carried out airstrikes on military targets on Kharg Island, according to President Donald Trump. He said US forces had “obliterated” Iranian military sites on the island and warned that oil infrastructure there could be targeted next. Officials in Iraq said a …

In a bold move reflecting the seismic shifts in the tech industry, Meta is reportedly weighing cuts that could affect up to one-fifth of its global workforce. Sources suggest the tech giant is seeking to offset the immense costs of its artificial intelligence ambitions while leveraging AI to streamline operations and maximise efficiency. The potential layoffs mark a critical juncture …

Pakistan’s armed forces remain determined in the fight against terrorism, ISPR Rawalpindi: The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), said the Afghan Taliban carried out drone attacks aimed at harassing the people of Pakistan. According to ISPR, the drones were neutralized using both soft-kill and hard-kill methods before reaching their intended targets. The military said the drones sent by the Afghan Taliban …

Epicentre located 100km south of Karachi, depth 10km. Karachi: Residents across several areas of Karachi felt 4 magnitude earthquake tremors on Friday, people in many neighborhoods reported feeling the jolts. Tremors felt in different areas of Karachi. People in nearby areas including Landhi, Khurramabad, Malir, and Korangi reported feeling the shaking, which caused concern among residents for a short time. …

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a new western weather system is expected to bring pleasant weather conditions and possible rainfall in parts of the country, including Karachi, around the time of Eid-ul-Fitr. The PMD stated that western winds are likely to start affecting the southern parts of the country from March 16 which may result in rainfall in …

YouTube has rolled out a powerful new advertising format enabling brands to run 30-second unskippable commercials for audiences watching content on smart TVs and connected television devices, signalling a significant expansion of the platform’s rapidly evolving advertising landscape. The move further strengthens YouTube’s dual-revenue model, where advertisers pay to showcase promotional content while viewers can choose a paid subscription to …

The drones were neutralised using electronic countermeasures before they could cause any significant damage. ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said security forces have successfully intercepted and shot down two drones allegedly operated by Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, commonly referred to by the government as “Fitna al-Khawarij.” According to the ministry, the drones were neutralised using electronic countermeasures before they could cause …

The Foreign Office said Pakistan strongly denounces the sealing of the mosque and the prevention of worshippers. ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office (FO) on Friday strongly condemned the continued closure of the historic Jama Masjid Srinagar in Srinagar on the last Friday of Ramadan, urging the international community to take notice of the situation. In a statement, the Foreign Office said …

Several European countries are engaging in discussions with Tehran to secure guarantees that their ships can transit the key maritime corridor safely. Paris/London: France and Italy have reportedly contacted Iran to ensure the safe passage of their commercial vessels through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to a report by the Financial Times, several European countries are engaging in …