In a historic step for English cricket, The Men’s Hundred recently held its first-ever player auction at London’s iconic Piccadilly Lights, setting the stage for an exciting season. All eight franchises finalized their squads in what turned out to be a lively and competitive event, with intense bidding battles for both homegrown talent and international stars. The auction spotlighted the …

QUETTA: Security agencies have arrested a young woman allegedly prepared for a suicide attack by the banned outfit Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), successfully averting a potentially large-scale tragedy. The development was disclosed during a press conference in Quetta by Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti, who was accompanied by Interior Minister Zia Langove and other senior officials. The arrested girl, …

The Pentagon is making plans to have AI companies train versions of their models specifically for military use on classified information, according to the MIT Technology Review. If true, it wouldn’t come as a surprise, seeing as the US is aiming to become an “AI-first” warfighting force, based on the statement [PDF] released by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth earlier …

It’s hard for most people to justify spending $3,299 on a monitor, but creative pros will gladly do so if it makes their jobs easier. Apple’s 27-inch 5K Studio Display XDR is aimed straight at those folks and it costs considerably less than the company’s previous high-end monitor, the 6K Pro Display XDR. Thanks to the Mini LED IPS panel, …

There was once a time in which many people couldn’t wait to toss their smartphone aside every two years (and sometimes even more frequently) in order to get the latest model as soon as it hit shelves. But that world has faded for the most part now as shoppers demand devices that last for years so they can hold on …

GCC insurers' credit conditions remain stable, S&P says Source link

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi approves AED4.21 billion housing benefits package for citizens ahead of Eid Al Fitr Source link

The Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) enter the IPL 2026 season as one of the most unpredictable yet feared franchises in the league. Known for their ‘Orange Fire’ and a legacy of producing world-class bowling attacks, the team’s identity underwent a radical transformation last year. Under the leadership of Pat Cummins and the tactical guidance of head coach Daniel Vettori, SRH pivoted …

MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy (BARB) has gone through serious drama recently including layoffs and accusations of sabotage. Now, the company is parting ways with its MindsEye co-publisher IOI Partners (the company behind Hitman publisher IO Interactive) and assuming sole publishing responsibilities going forward. It also means that a planned MindsEye and Hitman collaboration will be cancelled, the companies …

Mohammed bin Rashid approves 4,631 residential land plots valued at AED5.3 billion for citizens in Dubai Source link

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)’s IPL 2026 campaign hasn’t even begun, and they’re already dealing with a major setback. Star Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood, one of the architects of their historic 2025 title win, is set to miss a few matches of the season due to ongoing injury concerns. For a team that finally broke its title drought last year, …

In a highly controversial decision that has drawn widespread scrutiny, Senegal has announced its intention to appeal after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) stripped them of their Africa Cup of Nations title and awarded the championship to Morocco. The ruling follows the dramatic final held in Rabat, where Senegal had initially secured a 1–0 victory after extra time. However …

Iran has officially acknowledged the death of its top national security official Ali Larijani, according to state media reports on Tuesday. Larijani is now being described as the highest‑ranking Iranian official to be killed by Israel since the reported assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the opening day of the conflict. Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz publicly asserted …

Iran has officially acknowledged the death of its top national security official Ali Larijani, according to state media reports on Tuesday. Larijani is now being described as the highest‑ranking Iranian official to be killed by Israel since the reported assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on the opening day of the conflict. Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz publicly asserted …

Pakistan’s software industry has quietly transformed into one of the country’s most dynamic and fastest-growing sectors. From startups operating in small co-working spaces to globally recognized IT exporters, software houses in Pakistan are reshaping the economic landscape and positioning the country as a competitive player in the global digital marketplace. With increasing internet penetration, a young tech-savvy population, and growing …