WASHINGTON: A measles outbreak in the southwestern United States has resulted in two deaths and over 200 infections, prompting a leading health agency to issue a travel warning. As of yesterday, Texas reported 198 cases and New Mexico 30, bringing the total to 228. Both states confirmed one death each, and both victims were unvaccinated. […]
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ISLAMABAD: A fresh weather system is expected to bring rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall across the country starting tomorrow, March 9, 2025. According to the latest advisory from the Met Office, a westerly wave will usher in cooler and more refreshing weather, particularly in northern and hilly areas, providing relief during the holy month. The system
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RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed three militants in an intelligence-based operation in Tank district, the military’s media wing reported on Saturday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was carried out based on reports of the presence of Khawarij militants. “During the operation, troops effectively engaged the Khawarij hideout, eliminating three militants,” the ISPR
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LAHORE: Punjab Police have arrested a seven-member gang, including three women and two government officials, for allegedly using social media to lure and extort citizens through a ‘honey trap’ scheme. Reports indicate that the gang operated by using women on TikTok to befriend victims online. Once trust was established, the victims were invited for an
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ISLAMABAD: China has once again extended financial relief to Pakistan by extending the repayment period of a $2 billion loan to Pakistan by an additional year. Recent reports reveal that China has agreed to postpone the loan repayment, originally due on March 24, in order to help stabilise Pakistan’s economy. This extension will support Pakistan
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PESHAWAR: A Pakistani man has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting the administrator of a community WhatsApp group who had removed him from the chat, police reports on Saturday. Mushtaq Ahmed was fatally shot on Thursday evening in Peshawar. A man identified only as Ashfaq has been charged with the murder, according to police
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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the passing of renowned researcher and senior analyst Dr. Syed Rifaat Hussain. In his statement, the Prime Minister prayed for the departed soul’s elevation in Jannah and strength for the bereaved family to bear this loss. He noted that Dr. Rifaat Hussain’s passing
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COLOMBO: Sri Lankan authorities are searching for Inspector-General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon after a court ordered his arrest over the fatal shooting of an officer during a failed raid, officials said yesterday. Tennakoon has been missing since Friday when a magistrate in the country’s south issued the warrant, citing his role in authorizing a December
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UTTARAKHAND: Rescuers have recovered three bodies and are searching for the last missing person, the army reported. An avalanche struck a construction camp near Mana village on the Tibet border in Uttarakhand on Friday, burying over 50 workers under snow and debris. Authorities revised the total number of workers present from 55 to 54 after
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TOKYO: A humanoid AI-powered nurse designed to assist elderly patients has gained global attention after a viral demonstration at Waseda University in Tokyo. Named AIREC, the robot showcased its ability to help patients with tasks like changing positions and dressing, offering a potential solution to Japan’s ageing population crisis. Weighing 150kg and priced at around
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