WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that stopping the war between Pakistan and Afghanistan would be “very easy” for him and repeated that he is “good at solving conflicts.” He said he prefers to stop conflicts and claimed credit for having helped defuse previous crises. Speaking to journalists, Trump referenced recent cross-border clashes and said …

Australia and India are set to reignite one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries in the opening ODI of the 2025 series at Perth Stadium on October 19. The match promises high-intensity action, with both teams fielding new combinations and leaderships, as Shubman Gill leads India in his first full series as ODI captain while Mitchell Marsh continues his leadership tenure for …

KAKUL: Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Syed Asim Munir  said on Saturday that Pakistan had proven its military and defensive capabilities in the “Marka e Haq”. Speaking at the Pakistan Military Academy’s passing-out parade, the Army Chief cautioned that there is no room for war between the two countries in a nuclear environment, stressing that any escalation would …

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 18th Oct, 2025) Pakistan has suffered estimated damages of about US$2.9 billion from recent floods that caused large-scale destruction across the country, Pakistani Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal has said. Speaking at an event to launch the ministry’s monthly development update and the preliminary flood damage assessment …

Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Saturday announced its decision to withdraw from the upcoming Pakistan Tri-Nation T20I Series scheduled for November. The tri-series, set to feature Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka, was slated to begin on November 17 in Pakistan, but the latest decision from Kabul marks a significant turn following a tragic incident that has shaken Afghanistan’s cricketing community. …

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SHANGHAI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 18th Oct, 2025) Chinese scientists have created a tin-based solar cell that rivals the efficiency of conventional lead-based models while eliminating environmental and health risks, marking a significant advance for green energy. The breakthrough, published in Nature, could accelerate the adoption of perovskite photovoltaics, a next-gen battery technology, in everyday applications. …

New Zealand Women face Pakistan Women in the 19th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo on October 18 at 3:00 PM local time. New Zealand will aim to secure a crucial victory to keep their knockout hopes alive, while Pakistan will be desperate for their first win in the tournament. New Zealand Women, …

IPL 2026 mini-auction is shaping up to be a pivotal event for Rajasthan Royals (RR) as the franchise looks poised to make significant changes in their squad ahead of the bidding window expected to take place between December 13-15, 2025. With the retention deadline set for November 15, RR faces the challenge of balancing player performance, team composition, and salary …

The US military has destroyed a submarine in the Caribbean that was smuggling drugs, President Donald Trump said on Friday. The statement came after the US struck at least five surface vessels since September, allegedly operated by cartels based in Venezuela, whose government Trump has accused of aiding “narcoterrorists.” “We attacked a submarine, and that was a drug-carrying submarine built …

David Attenborough has broken Dick Van Dyke’s record for oldest Daytime Emmy winner, taking the trophy for daytime personality, non-daily as host of Netflix’s Secret Lives of Orangutans. Attenborough, who is 99, was not on hand to collect his award on Friday. The British broadcaster’s career as a writer, host and narrator spans eight decades. Van Dyke was 98 when …

West Indies cricket team will tour Bangladesh in October 2025 to play a three-match ODI series, all of which will be held at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. The series kicks off on October 18, followed by matches on October 21 and 23. This series serves as an important contest for both teams as they continue preparations for …

West Indies are touring Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series starting October 18, 2025. All three ODIs will be played at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka with fixtures on October 18, 21, and 23. This series sets a competitive stage as Bangladesh looks to regain confidence after losing both their ODI series this year, while West Indies aim …

Surrounded by dense jungle and rolling hills on the picturesque island in the Pacific Ocean lies a capital city unlike any other in the world. Ngerulmud stands as the capital of the Micronesian island nation of Palau, but is home to no bustling streets, no homes, and no residents – only a single government complex. Built in 2006 to replace …

The stage is set for an electrifying clash as New Zealand and England square off in the opening T20I of the three-match series at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, on October 18. Both teams boast a fine mix of youth and experience, setting the tone for what promises to be an enthralling battle between two of the most competitive sides in world …