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Mr. Naqvi and Mr. Janjun discussed training and capacity development with modern equipment and technology in the Local Education Boards of Pakistan. Federal Home Minister Mohsin Naqvi (left) meets his Chinese colleague Qi Yanjun at the office of the Chinese Mission to the United Nations in New York, USA, on June 27, 2024. — Screenshot/Ministry of Home AffairsISLAMABAD: Chinese Interior Minister Qi Yanjun on Thursday met his Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and assured “full cooperation” in training Pakistan’s Special Security Unit (SPU) and other security-related matters.The meeting, which took place at the office of China’s Permanent Mission to…

Panera Bread is jumping on one of TikTok’s biggest trends and serving up summer fun with its new breakfast menu items. Type “little treats” into TikTok’s search bar and thousands of videos pop up of people getting their serotonin fix with cookies and iced lattes. Panera Bread is jumping on the trend with a new breakfast menu they’re calling “The Big Treat Menu,” offering a heartier reward as a thank you for your efforts. Panera BreadNew sandwiches to satisfy your breakfast cravings The new menu will be released on June 28th for the summer season and will include six new…

Global Chess LeagueThe International Chess Federation (FIDE) Tech Mahindraa leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to businesses across industries, is set to host its highly anticipated second tournament in London. Following the success of the first tournament, the league aims to bring the world’s best chess players to one of the most historic cities. A unique 10-day chess league featuring top players Friends House, Located in central London, From October 3rd to 12th, 2024. Based on feedback from fans around the world, London was chosen as the location for this season to cater to the rapidly growing…

Hong Kong stock Stocks tumbled on Thursday after data showed slowing industrial profits at Chinese companies, driving stock indexes to their lowest in two months as concerns grew over the performance of companies in the world’s second-largest economy.The Hang Seng Index fell 2.1% to close at 17,716.47, its lowest level since April 26. The Hang Seng Technology Index fell 2.7%. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 0.9% and 10-year Chinese government bond yields fell to a 22-year low as investors cut risk from their portfolios and turned to safe havens.Market sentiment also plummeted as the Japanese yen fell to its lowest…

President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash and two candidates withdrew ahead of general elections.Two candidates in Iran’s presidential election have withdrawn from the election as their campaigns ended the day before the vote. Alireza Zakhani, mayor of the capital Tehran, said in a post on X on Thursday that he was withdrawing. The first to do so was Amir Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, 53, who withdrew his candidacy on Wednesday night and urged other candidates to do the same “so that the revolutionary front can be strengthened,” state news agency Iran-Iran News Agency reported. General elections are being…

A California doctor accused of intentionally pushing himself and his family off a cliff along the Pacific Coast Highway last year has been granted mental health diversion without appearing at trial, according to court records.Dharmesh Patel, 42, is charged with three counts of attempted murder for allegedly intentionally driving his Tesla car, carrying his wife and children, ages 4 and 7 at the time, off a cliff in San Mateo County in January 2023. Patel has pleaded not guilty to the charges and will avoid prison time after a judge granted him a mental health diversion last week.San Mateo County…

Pakistan’s parliament held a heated debate on Thursday over a U.S. House of Representatives resolution calling for an independent investigation into allegations of election fraud in the country.Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar strongly condemned the resolution and announced plans to introduce a counter-resolution in parliament. Dar said Pakistan rejects the U.S. House resolution and will not tolerate any interference in its internal affairs.Dar also announced that the government would convene a special session of parliament to discuss foreign policy issues, including the Palestinian conflict. Dar stressed that Pakistan has openly condemned Israel’s actions and called for an…

Tonight, in a fiercely contested Republican primary election, Utah Rep. John Curtis emerged victorious, winning the nomination for Utah’s vacant Senate seat and positioning himself to replace retiring Sen. Mitt Romney.Curtis’ victory came in a tight race that included challengers such as Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs, who gained attention for his strong endorsement of former President Donald Trump, and former Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson, who campaigned with the backing of Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.Known for his moderate conservatism and aggressive stance on climate change, Curtis campaigned on a platform of unity and pragmatic governance, and his victory underscores the…

India on Thursday accused Pakistan of making “baseless” and “politically motivated” statements about Jammu and Kashmir during a UN Security Council debate on “Children and Armed Conflict”. India’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, R. Ravindra, said it was “yet another routine attempt” by Pakistan to divert attention from “grave human rights violations” continuing against children in the country. R. Ravindra, Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Ravindra’s comments came after Pakistan’s representative to the United Nations expressed concern over what it said were “unjustified” omissions from a report on the situation of…

Down icon An icon in the shape of a downward angle. Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden will face off in the earliest debate in history, a showdown unlike any in recent history. Evan Vucci/AP Images, Manuel Balce Senath/AP Images, Tyler Le/BI Joe Biden and Donald Trump are scheduled to debate on Thursday night.Their duel is the oldest recorded major debate.Other notable changes include the absence of commercial breaks and a studio audience. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are set to face off Thursday night in the earliest major presidential debate in history.The two men…