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Pakistan Air Force (PAF) fighter jet F-16 performs to commemorate Pakistan Air Force’s ‘Operation Swift Retort’, following the shot down of Indian military aircrafts on February 27, 2019 during an air show in Karachi, Pakistan February 27, 2020. — ReutersThe Trump administration released $5.3 billion in previously frozen foreign aid, mostly for security and counternarcotics programs, according to a list of exemptions reviewed by Reuters that included only limited humanitarian relief.The released funds also included $397 million for a US-backed programme in Pakistan that a congressional aide said monitored Islamabad’s use of US-made F-16 fighter jets to ensure they are…
A photo of Pope Francis is placed next to candles and flowers at the base of the statue of the late Pope John Paul II outside the Gemelli Hospital where Pope Francis is admitted for treatment, in Rome, Italy, February 23, 2025. — ReutersVATICAN CITY: Pope Francis’s ninth night in hospital was peaceful, the Vatican said Sunday, the day after revealing the 88-year-old was in a “critical” condition.The pope had on Saturday suffered a prolonged respiratory attack and required blood transfusions, the Vatican said that evening, while adding that he was alert and sitting in a chair. “At the moment…
Actor gets honest about first Marvel movie experienceJohn Malkovich is a well-known Hollywood actor but a newcomer to Marvel Cinematic Universe.So, reflecting on his shooting experience in the upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps, he said, “Of course, it’s a very odd experience because nothing is really there except giant screens and 18 epic cranes.” The Red star also told Variety, “It’s quite odd in that way, but it was fun. The cast was fun. We’ll see how it goes.”Regarding the cast, John said, “It was a good experience. I liked the cast. It was fun. It was interesting.”John previously told…
Cricket fans, with their faces painted in the Indian and Pakistani national flag colours, pose for a picture ahead of the first match between India and Pakistan in Twenty20 World Cup super 12 stage in Dubai, in Ahmedabad, India, October 23, 2021. — ReutersPakistan face arch-rivals India in a Champions Trophy blockbuster today as they look to get their campaign back on track in front of a sell-out crowd in Dubai on an occasion described as “beyond a game”.The neighbours only meet in multi-nation events because of political tensions and the match is taking place in Dubai after India refused…
Tyla reflects on convincing her parents to support music careerTyla recently reflected on her journey to stardom.Speaking with British Vogue, Tyla shared that she was determined to succeed in the music industry. The singer, who made debut with her single, Getting Late in 2019, said that the video went viral, “Especially in South Africa and Africa. And from there I showed my parents that I was serious about this and that it is possible.”She revealed that her parents were hesitant about her career, saying, “They didn’t want me to be disappointed if things didn’t go my way.””But I was so…
Tens of thousands of people packed into a stadium in Beirut to attend the funeral of Hezbollah’s former leader, nearly five months after he was killed in an Israeli air attack on a southern suburb of the Lebanese capital. Hassan Nasrallah, the group’s leader for more than 30 years and one of its founders, was killed in September last year when Israel’s air force dropped more than 80 bombs on the group’s main operations room. Mourners dressed in black, some waving Hezbollah flags or carrying portraits of Nasrallah, flocked to the mass funeral, delayed because of security concerns. Many men,…
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah …
Representational image of wedding ceremony. — AFP/FileIn the wake of the high influence of social and digital media, a significant change in wedding traditions has been observed in the country.Due to increasing influence, wedding culture has undergone a significant transformation in recent years with the addition of many new trends. Now this simple celebration has evolved into a lavish, week-long extravaganza, complete with multiple events and excessive spending.The rise of new, elaborate traditions such as “Bride-to-Be” parties, Mehndi nights, and Dholki celebrations had contributed to the shift mainly due to having such trends in TV dramas and showbiz personalities in…
Rihanna breaks silence on fashion struggles after becoming momRihanna has opened up about outfit struggles after becoming a mom.Speaking with Harper Bazaar, the singer and fashion icon revealed how her style has changed since welcoming her two sons, Rza in May 2022 and Riot in summer 2023 with ASAP Rocky. She said, “I feel like getting dressed is a fight on its own 1740309597″”Everything is so… logical. What makes sense? What’s easy? What’s fast? I try not to overthink all that stuff, but you’re leaving the house. It kind of stops you from going out,” Rihanna added.The Diamonds singer shared,…