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A general view of the Parliament building in Islamabad, January 23, 2019. — ReutersLaw empowers LEAs to detain suspects for up to 90 daysGovt accepts PPP’s suggested changes to anti-terror billJUI-F stages walkout in protest after its amendment rejected.ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly passed the Anti-Terrorism Act (Amendment) Bill with a majority vote on Tuesday, reviving the law to permit law enforcement agencies to detain a suspected individual for up to 90 days.This law already exists, but it expires as it is subject to a sunset clause, which allows for the limited validity of a law. The bill was moved by…
Jessica Alba marks ‘incredible’ daughter Haven’s milestone dayJessica Alba is a proud mom of daughter Haven, as she celebrates her on her milestone birthday.On August 13, the Fantastic Four actress took to by Instagaram account to mark her ‘Havie baby’s 14th birthday. In a celebratory post, the proud mom shared a montage video of Haven, capturing glimpses from her childhood to all grown up, along with a heartwarming tribute.”My Havie baby,” she began, “Wow, can you believe it? You’re 14 now! Time is flying by way too fast. It feels like just yesterday you were this tiny, vibrant firecracker, lighting…
A Chinese fighter jet demanded a Philippine aircraft leave the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea.
Today, Emirati child Ahmed Yahya Al Yassi has become one of the world’s few survivors
Balochistan High Court (BHC) seen in this undated photo. — High Court of Balochistan/WebsiteThe Balochistan High Court (BHC) admitted for hearing a petition challenging the suspension of mobile phone and internet services in the province.Authorities had suspended mobile internet services in Balochistan’s most districts, including the provincial capital Quetta, on August 6, citing security concerns, which is expected to continue till August 31. The petition was filed by the Balochistan’s Consumer Civil Society, arguing that the disruption has severely affected online education, hindered business activities, and caused communication difficulties for travellers.The court, while accepting the petition for hearing, issued notices…
South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee, wife of impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol, arrives at a court to attend a hearing to review her arrest warrant requested by special prosecutors at the Seoul Central District Court, in Seoul, South Korea, August 12, 2025. — ReutersSouth Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee was arrested late Tuesday over a range of charges, including stock manipulation and corruption, prosecutors said.The arrest occurred hours after the Seoul Central District Court reviewed the prosecutors’ request for an arrest warrant against the 52-year-old. The court granted the warrant, citing the risk of…
Jessica Alba discusses habit of daughters that drives her nuts’Jessica Alba just talked about her daughters raiding her closet. The 44-year-old actress, who is a mother to three girls, Honor, Haven and Hayes, whom she shares with her estranged husband Cash Warren – has revealed her daughters admire her fashion. She told Extra: “Summer is our favourite time because they’re in school all year, obviously … It’s when we really get to hunker in with our kids, and I feel like they all always go through growth spurts in the summer.”Jessica continued, “I’m like, ‘Wait, you are not this shoe…
EJ Antoni, United States President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the agency that produces the nation’s jobs and inflation data, has been embroiled in criticism from economists.Antoni was chief economist at the conservative Heritage Foundation and an author of Project 2025, the far-right wish list the think tank created for then-candidate Trump – or the next Republican president.His selection threatens to bring a new level of politicisation to a producer of measurements of the nation’s economic health that has, for decades, been widely regarded as a nonpartisan and reliable agency.“Trump has nominated a sycophant to…
Sharjah-Yanat His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al-Khaimah, accompanied by Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Head of the Public Services Department in Ras Al Khaimah, and Sheikh Saqr bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Ceramic Ras Al Khaimah, today, is the duty of consolation on the death of the late Sheikha Maryam Bint Sultan bin Salem Al Qasimi. His Highness, during his offer of condolences in the condolence council in the Al -Jarina area in Sharjah, expressed his sincere…
PM to unveil Marka-e-Haq Monument.Military parade, air show highlight national event.Cities nationwide host rallies and celebrations.ISLAMABAD: The main ceremony marking Pakistan’s Independence Day and the Marka-e-Haq is underway at Jinnah Sports Stadium in Islamabad, with President Asif Ali Zardari as the chief guest.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the chiefs of the three armed forces, and national and foreign dignitaries are also in attendance. The event features a parade by the armed forces and an air show, while the prime minister will unveil the Marka-e-Haq Monument — to mark Pakistan’s success against India during the war against India in May. At Shakarparian…