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Timberwolves shot 50% from the three-point line to inflict a heavy defeat on the No.3 seeded Los Angeles Lakers in the opening game of their Western Conference playoff series.Jaden McDaniels collected 25 points with nine rebounds, and Anthony Edwards added 22 points, eight rebounds and nine assists as the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves rolled to a 117-95 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in the opener of their first-round Western Conference playoff series. Naz Reid scored 23 points and Julius Randle had 16 as the No. 6 seed as the Timberwolves improved to 5-0 in first-round games over the past two…
Listen to article KARACHI/ISLAMABAD: An alleged attack on the vehicle of a state minister by some protestors in Thatta district of Sindh elicited an angry reaction from the PML-N led federal government, which urged the PPP led provincial government to investigate the matter and take the perpetrators to task. Protestors belonging to nationalist parties of Sindh pelted tomatoes and potatoes on the motorcade of State Minister for Religious Affairs Kheal Das Kohistani while it was passing through Thatta on Saturday. The protesters, staging a protest against the Cholistan canal project, also chanted slogans against the PML-N led federal government. Following the incident,…
Listen to article PESHAWAR: Amid reservations expressed by the Afghan Taliban government over Islamabad’s ongoing deportation of undocumented Afghan nationals, both sides on Saturday agreed to ensure a dignified and orderly repatriation process. The tentative breakthrough came during Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s day-long visit to Kabul – his first since assuming office – to defuse tensions and revive stalled security cooperation. Dar held wide-ranging talks with Acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. The discussions covered the full spectrum of bilateral relations, with a strong focus on restoring trust and revamping coordination, particularly in the areas of security,…
Guests visit a photo exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War held at the Chinese Embassy in Moscow, Russia, April 18, 2025. (Xinhua/Cao Yang)MOSCOW, April 19 (Xinhua) — A photo exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War was held at the Chinese Embassy in Russia on Friday.The exhibition features 60 photos showcasing the arduous struggles of the Chinese people against Japanese invaders, the combat operations by Soviet volunteer…
Listen to article ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb is expected to take up the issue of rescheduling guaranteed debt with his Chinese counterpart in Washington next week, on the sidelines of the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) spring meetings. The finance minister is also likely to meet the managing director of the IMF and an assistant secretary of the US Treasury, according to government sources. Aurangzeb will meet Lan Fo’an, Finance Minister of China, on Wednesday during his six-day visit to attend the annual meetings. Finance ministry officials said one of the key issues will be Pakistan’s pending request for China to…
Al Jazeera takes a look at Athletic’s visit to Real Madrid, where the LaLiga defending champions’ season hangs in the balance.Who: Real Madrid vs Athletic ClubWhat: Spanish LaLigaWhere: Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, SpainWhen: Sunday at 9pm (19:00 GMT) Follow Al Jazeera Sport‘s live text and photo commentary stream. Defending champions Real Madrid are in desperate need of all three points as they entertain Athletic Bilbao in LaLiga. The Spanish giants’ defence of their Champions League title ended with a defeat to Arsenal on Wednesday. And with Barcelona moving seven points clear at the top of LaLiga with their 4-3 comeback win…
Listen to article Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry condemned a spate of violent attacks on international fast-food outlets, pledging strict action against those involved in the incidents that have occurred in multiple cities. Talal Chaudhry told reporters in Faisalabad on Saturday that the state would deal “strictly” with anyone involved in damaging public or private property, saying such acts would be treated as “no different than a terrorist attack”. At least 20 separate incidents were reported across Sindh and Punjab, including in Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi and Sheikhupura. In the most serious case, a worker was fatally shot when armed men attacked…
UN chief Antonio Guterres says he is ‘gravely concerned’ about US air strikes this week on Yemen.The United States has carried out 13 air strikes on Hodeidah’s port and airport, the Houthi-affiliated TV channel Al Masirah says, two days after a US air strike targeted the Ras Isa port, also in Hodeidah, killing at least 80 people and wounding more than 150. Al Masirah also reported Saturday that three people were killed and four injured due to a US attack on al-Thawra, Bani Matar, and al-Safiah districts in the capital Sanaa. The Houthis have promised to carry out “more operations”…
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday stressed the need for agricultural self-sufficiency, calling for modernization of the sector through the combined efforts of skilled professionals and youth engagement. Chairing a high-level consultative meeting in Islamabad, the prime minister said Pakistan’s fertile land, experienced agricultural experts, and hardworking farmers provide a strong foundation for sectoral reform. He emphasized that stakeholder input will be incorporated into a coordinated strategy to enhance productivity and sustainability. Shehbaz highlighted the importance of promoting agro-based cottage industries, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and proper storage infrastructure to strengthen rural economies. He noted the current lack…
In campaign platform, Carney plans to invest in the military and infrastructure while still cutting spending.Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled plans to cut taxes and beef up defence spending, arguing Canada must project economic strength and defend its “sovereignty” from the United States amid roiled relations with its neighbour. Carney, who became prime minister after Justin Trudeau resigned on March 14, presented his Liberal Party’s campaign plan on Saturday before parliamentary elections on April 28. The vote will determine whether Carney, the former governor of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, secures a mandate to continue…