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ABU DHABI/ WAM The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched the “Humanity of Buildings” project, one of the transformational projects within the third package projects that seek to achieve the targets of the “UAE 2031” vision, and focuses on building a prosperous, possible, cohesive, and internationally advanced society, as well as supporting the UAE vision 2071 to build a more sustainable and prosperous future. The launch of this integrated system, which includes preparing criteria and issuing a certificate for the humanity humanity, comes within the framework of the UAE government’s declaration of 2025, “The Year of Society”, as it directly…
A raging fire near Korangi Crossing sends flames soaring into the sky, in Karachi on March 30, 2025. — PPINo active firefighting efforts currently underway at site of blaze.Fire leads to concerns about type and volume of gas responsible.Drilling uncovers shallow gas pocket, likely biogenic methane.KARACHI: The mysterious fire burning in Korangi Creek for the past seven days remains unabated, with authorities yet to take any decisive action on how to contain it or deal with the ongoing situation.The district administration has sealed off the plot where the fire continues to rage. Despite the presence of fire tenders from the…
An anti-Yoon protester with a mask reacts after the announcement of the Constitutional Court’s verdict on the impeachment of South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul on April 4, 2025. — AFPSouth Korea has endured months of political turmoil since President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in December, sending soldiers into parliament in his attempt to subvert civilian rule.The Constitutional Court delivered the long-awaited ruling, ousting Yoon, whose impeachment it had earlier suspended. The development will potentially bring an end to the unrest. Here is a recap of events:December 3: martial lawOn December 3, after a budget tussle with…
Photo: Courtney Cox still needs ex David Arquette by her side: ReportCourtney Cox and her former husband David Arquette seemingly share an unbreakable bond. According to the latest findings of In Touch, the Friends veteran insisted on bringing her former partner to the Scream franchise. The reason for this move was that she believed him to play a pivotal role in setting the comedic tone of the project. Dishing more details, a source shared, “Rebuilding the Scream franchise from the ground up has been a huge part of Courteney’s life for the last year after the original plans for the seventh…
Students walk along a street in Lahore on November 21, 2023. — AFPLAHORE: The Punjab government has issued a notification changing the school timings in specific areas of Lahore due to the Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches being held at the Gaddafi Stadium.According to the notification issued by the provincial government, the new timings will be applicable to schools located nearby areas of the Gaddafi Stadium. Schools in areas of Gulberg, Model Town, Ichhra, Jail Road, Ferozepur Road, Shadman, Canal Road, Upper Mall, and Zahoor Elahi Road will observe the new timing, the notification said.During the PSL matches, schools in…
Kaitlyn Bristowe shares rare insight into past relationship with Shawn BoothKaitlyn Bristowe finally broke the silence on her breakup with Shawn Booth.During the latest episode of her Off the Vine podcast, The Bachelorette star said, “There was so much toxic back-and-forth between the two of us.” “We met each other at our insecurities instead of calming the other one down or helping or understanding or hearing the other person. We would meet them at their anger level,” revealed Kaitlyn.The Dancing With the Stars winner continued, “We were just two people who were very much in love but couldn’t let go…
On Wednesday, United States President Donald Trump imposed sweeping reciprocal tariffs on the US’s trading partners. The day was termed “Liberation Day” by Trump, who signed an executive order imposing a flat 10 percent tariff on almost all nations and then additional tariffs on those countries that the US accuses of charging higher levies on American goods. The levies sent shock waves through global markets and prompted criticism from world leaders. China and the European Union have already responded with retaliatory measures, signalling the risk of a global trade war. China’s Ministry of Commerce called on Washington to cancel the…
The Dubai Electronic Security Center announced its hosting of the “Cyber Defense School” championship for university students …
Former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. — Twitter/@BBhuttoZardariKARACHI: The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) is commemorating the 46th death anniversary of its founding chairman and former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, who was executed on this day in 1979 following a controversial trial.Bhutto, a charismatic leader on both national and international fronts, played a pivotal role in shaping Pakistan’s political landscape. His legacy was reaffirmed earlier this year when the Supreme Court ruled that his trial had not met constitutional standards for fair proceedings. In recognition of his contributions, the federal government posthumously awarded him Pakistan’s highest civilian honour, Nishan-e-Pakistan, on…
An FBI logo is pictured on an agent’s shirt in the Manhattan borough of New York City, New York, U.S. October 19, 2021. — ReutersThe Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other law enforcement agencies carried out large-scale operations in Houston and Harris County, raiding 30 illegal game rooms, resulting in the arrest of 45 individuals. The arrested individuals include Pakistani-origin business owners, staff members, and two police officers who are accused of providing protection for these illegal gambling operations. During this operation, the FBI also raided the home of the alleged owner of one of these gambling dens, a…