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Listen to article President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif extended their heartfelt greetings to the nation on the eve of Eid ul Fitr. In their messages, they emphasized the importance of gratitude, brotherhood, and compassion, urging people to remember those facing economic hardships. President Zardari highlighted the significance of Zakat, charity, and Fitrana, stressing that true happiness comes from sharing with the less fortunate. He reminded the nation that Eid is a reward after a month of patience and devotion in Ramadan. “Eid teaches us unity and solidarity. We must strengthen these bonds and contribute to Pakistan’s progress,” he…
Donald Trump hints at exploring paths to a third term as United States president despite constitutional limits.US President Donald Trump has said he is “not joking” about seeking a third term in office, which is barred by the US Constitution. Speaking in a phone interview with NBC News on Sunday, Trump directly addressed speculation over a potential third term, saying, “No, I’m not joking. I’m not joking,” but added, “It is far too early to think about it.” “There are methods which you could do it, as you know,” he said, without elaborating on potential legal or political avenues. The…
Barcelona restore their three-point advantage over Real Madrid at the top of LaLiga with a 4-1 home win against Girona.Barcelona thumped visitors Girona 4-1 in the Catalan football derby after Robert Lewandowski netted twice in the second half to move Hansi Flick’s side three points clear of Real Madrid, who beat Leganes 3-2 on Saturday, at the top of LaLiga. Sunday’s victory moved Barcelona to 66 points from 29 games as 36-year-old Lewandowski – who scored twice after the score was tied at 1-1 – extended his tally at the top of LaLiga’s scoring chart to 25 goals, three clear…
Trump warns of 25 percent US tariffs on Russian oil, urging Putin to halt Ukraine bloodshed in tense diplomatic standoff.US President Donald Trump has said he is “p****d off” at his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and has threatened to impose secondary sanctions on Russian oil if Moscow does not agree to a ceasefire to end the war in Ukraine. “If Russia and I are unable to make a deal on stopping the bloodshed in Ukraine, and if I think it was Russian’s fault – which it might not be – but if I think it was Russia’s fault, I am…
Listen to article Eidul Fitr is being celebrated today in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other Gulf countries, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Mass gatherings for Eid prayers were held at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid al-Nabawi in Medina, with officials estimating over two million worshippers in attendance. The celebration is based on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon, which varies by country and tradition. Kuwait and Bahrain, are also celebrating Eidul Fitr today with great religious enthusiasm. Neighbouring Oman, as well as Indonesia and Brunei, will observe Eid on Monday. In the United…
Greenlandic PM responds to Trump’s claims over Greenland, asserting that the territory will decide its own future.Greenland’s newly elected Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said he will not hand over the territory to the United States in response to IS President Donald Trump’s recent comments about annexing the vast Arctic region. “President Trump says that the United States is getting Greenland. Let me be clear: The United States won’t get that. We do not belong to anyone else. We determine our own future,” Nielsen stated in a Facebook post on Sunday. Trump had told NBC News on Saturday that he had…
Listen to article The Balochistan government has imposed a ban on nighttime travel on key national highways across the province, as per notifications issued by deputy commissioners of multiple districts. According to the directives, travel will be prohibited between 6pm and 6am on several key routes, including Sibi Road, Zhob-Dera Ismail Khan Road, Coastal Highway, Quetta-Taftan Highway, and Loralai-Dera Ghazi Khan Highway. The restriction has been enforced through notifications from the deputy commissioners of Kachhi, Zhob, Gwadar, Nushki, and Musakhail, citing security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of travelers. The move comes after multiple recent incidents, including a suicide bombing near…
Jeep vehicles are shown for sale at a dealership in Irvine, California, U.S., March 27, 2025. Mike Blake | ReutersPresident Donald Trump says Wednesday will be “Liberation Day” — a moment when he plans to roll out a set of tariffs that he promises will free the United States from foreign goods.The details of Trump’s next round of import taxes are still sketchy. Most economic analyses say average U.S. families would have to absorb the cost of his tariffs in the form of higher prices and lower incomes. But an undeterred Trump is inviting CEOs to the White House to say…
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to a cleaner and more sustainable future, urging a shift from a “take-make-dispose” economy to a circular model that prioritises waste reduction and resource efficiency. “Waste pollution is a pressing crisis that threatens our environment, public health, and economy. Plastic and hazardous waste are adversely affecting our rivers, landfills, and air, exacerbating climate change,” Shehbaz Sharif said in a message marking the International Day of Zero Waste on Sunday. With rapid urbanisation and industrial growth, he stressed the need for sustainable waste management solutions that not only protect the environment but also…
Sagaing, Myanmar – “Now with every gust of wind, the smell of dead bodies fills the air,” says Thar Nge, a resident of Sagaing – the city closest to the epicentre of the devastating magnitude 7.7 earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday. “At this point, more bodies are being recovered than survivors,” Thar Nge told Al Jazeera on Sunday, explaining how rescue workers from nearby Mandalay had just arrived in Sagaing earlier in the day, after the Yadanabon Bridge, spanning the Irrawaddy River, reopened. The nearby Ava Bridge, built some 90 years ago during British colonial rule, was among the…