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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., Sept. 19, 2025. Ken Cedeno | ReutersPresident Donald Trump said in an interview that aired Sunday that conservative media baron Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan are likely to be involved in the proposal to save TikTok in the United States.”A man named Lachlan is involved,” Trump said on Fox News’ “The Sunday Briefing.””Lachlan Murdoch … Rupert [Murdoch] is probably gonna be in the group, I think they’re going to be in the group,” he continued.Trump also said that Oracle executive chairman Larry Ellison…

* The Kirgiz epic “Manas” recounts the saga of the hero Manas and seven generations of his descendants in their relentless struggle against evil forces — embodying indomitable character and the spirit of unity, perseverance and progress.* In recent years, “Manas” has been better preserved, and its performers have received stronger support.* To preserve and promote cultural heritage, including “Manas,” Xinjiang has been making continuing efforts to strengthen legal guarantees.URUMQI, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) — When the powerful rhythm of a rock version of “Manas” performed by young Xinjiang artists filled the air, Jangnur Turganbay, a master with over four decades…

PUBLISHED September 21, 2025 The UN Charter is based on the principle of sovereign equality of all member states. In practice, however, this ideal has been compromised. Power remains concentrated in the hands of a few, with the strongest nations bending the system to their will — and at their whim — giving rise to unilateralism, hegemonic ambitions, and a retreat into economic protectionism. These transgressions not only threaten global peace and stability but also undermine the credibility and authority of international institutions that were created to uphold collective governance. There is a growing realisation that the existing structure —…

RAWALPINDI: Security forces killed seven terrorists, including three Afghan nationals, during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Kulachi area of Dera Ismail Khan district, the military said on Sunday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the operation was launched on September 20 after reports of the presence of what it called Indian-sponsored Khwarij belonging to Fitna al Khwarij. “During the conduct of the operation, own troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location and resultantly, seven Indian-sponsored Khwarij including three Afghan national Khwarij and two suicide bombers were sent to hell,” the ISPR said in a statement. It added that a…

The Green Shirts have a chance at redemption as they face India again today in the Super 4 stage. Pakistan are batting first after losing the toss in a redemption bid against India in their second encounter of the men’s Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday. Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav elected to field after winning the toss in Dubai. “Looks a nice track and we will like to chase,” said Suryakumar. “Just another game, keep emotions calm.” Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha said, “It’s a new challenge for us.” The Indian skipper did not shake hands with the Pakistan captain.…

This image shows the new large astronomical observation project, the Xue-shan-mu-chang 15-meter SubMillimeter Telescope (XSMT). (Xinhua)XINING, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) — China on Saturday launched the construction of a new large astronomical observation project, the Xue-shan-mu-chang 15-meter SubMillimeter Telescope (XSMT).Situated on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, this project aims to enhance the country’s capabilities in exploring the cold, hidden universe by establishing a high-precision facility that addresses a notable gap in its existing astronomical infrastructure.With a diameter of 15 meters, the telescope will be located in the city of Delingha, northwest China’s Qinghai Province, at an altitude of 4,800 meters. Led by the…

A large banner is installed prior to the Charlie Kirk memorial services at State Farm Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, in Glendale, Arizona.Ross D. Franklin | AP PhotoPresident Donald Trump and prominent members of his “Make America Great Again” movement will pay tribute Sunday to conservative activist Charlie Kirk, whose slaying has marked a signal moment in America’s fraught political atmosphere.The memorial service for Kirk, whom Trump credits with playing a pivotal role in his 2024 election victory, is expected to draw tens of thousands of mourners, including Vice President JD Vance, senior White House officials and young conservatives…

An aerial drone photo taken on April 25, 2023 shows the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, northwest China’s Gansu Province.  (Xinhua/Chen Bin)LANZHOU, Sept. 21 (Xinhua) — More than 1,200 representatives from 97 countries and eight international organizations have gathered at the 8th Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, which kicked off on Sunday in Dunhuang, a key hub on the ancient Silk Road in northwest China.The expo will continue until Monday and features activities such as cultural dialogues and exhibitions, as well as artistic performances to promote global cultural cooperation.Speaking at the expo, Prasop Riangngoen, permanent secretary of the Ministry of…

ISLAMABAD: The mastermind behind a daring passenger train hijacking in Balochistan has been killed under mysterious circumstances in Afghanistan, reinforcing Pakistan’s claims that terrorist groups of different hues have formed a nexus across the border where they maintain safe havens. Gul Rahman, aka Ustad Mureed, affiliated with the Majeed Brigade, the suicide squad of the banned Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), had orchestrated the hijacking of the Jaffar Express, which was traveling from Quetta to Peshawar on March 11. Indian media and social media reports say Gul was killed in Afghanistan’s Helmand province on September 17, 2025. The BLA and other…

iPhone Air is the big newcomer among Apple’s latest lineup that went on sale Friday, but inside the slim phone’s raised plateau is another new piece of hardware that signals a renewed focus on artificial intelligence. Apple’s custom A19 Pro chip introduces a major architecture change, with neural accelerators added to each GPU core to increase compute power. Apple also debuted its first ever wireless chip for iPhone, the N1, and a second generation of its iPhone modem, the C1X. It’s a move analysts say gives Apple control of all the core chips in its phones.”That’s where the magic is. When…