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Demonstrations from Buenos Aires to Lagos demand justice for victims of femicide and urge reforms to protect women.Demonstrators have taken to the streets across Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas to mark International Women’s Day, with many demanding an end to gender-based violence and inequality. In cities like Buenos Aires, Argentina on Saturday, those warnings were particularly grave, as protesters railed against austerity plans put forth by President Javier Milei that they say will roll back services for women. Milei’s government has shut down the country’s Ministry of Women, Genders and Diversity and plans to strike “femicide” – the term…
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, stressed that technology changes all aspects of our lives, including financial aspects.
Pakistani student Moosa Harraj speaks at a session at Oxford University. — ReporterLONDON: Pakistani master’s student Moosa Harraj, son of former federal minister Muhammad Raza Hayat Harraj, has been elected Oxford Union president for Michaelmas Term 2025.Moosa is the fourth Pakistani to be elected to the prestigious position after former prime minister Benazir Bhutto, and former presidents Ahmad Nawaz and Israr Khan. He is the first Pakistani-origin president to hail from Punjab. Harraj fought the tough contest for the world’s most famous debating society and won a decisive mandate of 200 votes over his opponent, Chris Collins, in an election…
Dancers perform in front of French-American artist Sarah Meyohas’s piece ‘Truth Arrives in Slanted Beams’ ahead of the opening of the Desert X exhibit spread across California’s Coachella Valley. — AFP PALM SPRINGS: Mysterious metallic mirrors, stacks of imported marble boulders and a 3D-printed mud hut appeared in the California desert Saturday, as the biennial outdoor art festival Desert X returned.The free event, which drew 600,000 visitors in its last edition, sends contemporary art-lovers on a treasure hunt to find works scattered across the Coachella Valley, some 100 miles (160 kilometers) east of Los Angeles. French-American artist Sarah Meyohas used intricately curved…
Kate Middleton is branded the star of the Royal Family with her newfound charisma.The Princess of Wales, who revealed that she is in remission from cancer this January, visited Pontypridd Market in Wales this week and showcased a stronger version of herself.Speaking about her bond with Prince William during the public engagement, expert Jennie Bond said: “It certainly seems to me that they have come through it as an even stronger couple – and they were already a strong and extremely loving couple,” she said.“The film Catherine narrated at the end of her treatment was defined by the love and…
New Zealand’s Mitchell Santner interacts with Matt Henry during ICC Champions Trophy semi final against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, March 5, 2025. — Reuters New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner could not confirm that pace spearhead Matt Henry will be available for Sunday’s Champions Trophy final but was confident they can tame India’s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy.The tournament’s leading wicket-taker Henry suffered a shoulder injury while taking a catch in the deep in the semi-final against South Africa. “Matt’s going to have a bowl just to see how he is,” Santner told reporters on Saturday. “I guess we’ll make a…
Karla Sofía Gascón reacts to Oscar lossKarla Sofía Gascón has lost an Oscar to Anora actress Mikey Madison. Now, she is reflecting on the matter.”To all I have offended at any point in my life and throughout my journey” and asks for “forgiveness” and commits to “continuing to learn and listen so as not to make the same mistakes in the future,” the actress said. Through her controversy, the 52-year-old said she wanted to “open an honest discussion and reflection on mental health.”“In this last episode, the most talked about and most exposed of my life, several fake accounts were…
Blackcaps’ captain Mitchell Santner ready to adapt in Dubai final against Champions Trophy favourites India.New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner says mid-match communications and adaptability regarding the pitch in Sunday’s Champions Trophy final against India could be key to success. The final in Dubai will decide the winner of the eight-nation tournament played in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. India have played down suggestions they will have the advantage having won all four of their match in Dubai, where they have been based following the refusal to tour Pakistan due to political tensions. “We have to kind of go in…
Umm Al -Quwain – Wam received His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al -Mualla, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Umm Al Quwain, in the Palace of His Highness tonight, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al -Mualla, Crown Prince of Umm Al -Quwain, who was well -known for the blessed month of Ramadan. His Highness the Ruler of Umm Al -Quwain has accepted congratulations and blessings from the elders and Jamal Al -Hay, Vice President at Dubai Airports, Citizens, Tribes, Businessmen, Factories Managers, Companies and Institutions working in the country, and…
Woman from Sargodha, Abida Nazir, seen in this still taken from a video. — YouTube/GeoNewsLiveSARGODHA: A courageous woman from Sargodha, Abida Nazir, has dedicated her life to serving orphans, destitute individuals, and underprivileged women. Driven by a passion for humanitarian service, she has been actively working to support thalassemia patients while also empowering women with vocational skills.Nazir, 35, regularly donates blood to children suffering from thalassemia and volunteers to assist underprivileged individuals in various capacities. She remains actively engaged in providing financial and emotional support to those in need. “Abida Nazir is always there to support women facing difficulties,” said…