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Pakistan, Iran decide to increase bilateral trade to USD 8 billion annually

Pakistan and Iran agreed on Sunday to increase bilateral trade to USD 8 billion annually, taking advantage of their geography and the “discount of distance,” as trade ministers from the two countries held discussions to deepen economic and political ties. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iranian […]

‘Go to hell’: Trump slams Schumer as senate leaves 130+ nominees unconfirmed before August recess; urges GOP to hold line

US President Donald Trump, left, and senate minority leader Chuck Schumer (Image credits: AP) US President Trump launched a scathing attack on senate minority leader Chuck Schumer on Saturday, telling him to “GO TO HELL” after the Senate left Washington for its August recess without confirming over 130 of his executive branch nominees.A deal between […]

‘Disgraceful’: Ex-South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol resists questioning by laying down in underwear; delays probe into martial law plot

South Korea’s impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol (Image credits: PTI) South Korea’s impeached former president Yoon Suk Yeol lay on the floor of his prison cell wearing only an undershirt and boxer shorts to resist questioning, prosecutors said Friday, after a fresh attempt to bring him in for interrogation over election tampering allegations failed.Although […]

Watch: Thousands of Palestine supporters ‘March for Humanity’ in Sydney; demand Gaza aid, sanctions on Israel

Marchers on the Sydney harbour bridge (@MaryKostakidis) Tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel protesters marched across Sydney’s Harbour Bridge on Sunday, calling on international community for a larger aid access to Gaza and sanctions against Israel, according to the several viral clips on social media.The demonstration in Australia’s largest city came just days after […]

UAE: 11-year-old child prodigy, author and publisher with four Guinness records launches AI academy for kids | World News

AlDhabi AlMheiri, four times Guinness record holder, builds AI academy for kids/Image: Instagram TL;DR: Eleven-year-old AlDhabi AlMheiri has launched an AI academy for children and holds multiple Guinness World Records. She earned the title of youngest female to publish a bilingual book at just seven years and 360 days. Her entrepreneurial and publishing ventures, Rainbow […]

‘This dope would vote for sleepy Joe’: Trump blasts radio host Charlamagne tha God over Epstein remarks; calls him ‘low IQ’ & ‘racist sleazebag’

US President Donald Trump slammed ‘The Breakfast Club’ radio show host Charlamagne tha God after the media personality suggested that renewed interest in the Jeffrey Epstein case could be used by traditional conservatives to take back control of the Republican Party from the MAGA movement.Taking to Truth Social, Trump began by praising his daughter-in-law Lara […]

‘Trains CCP’s future leaders’: Report accuses Harvard of having decade-long ties to Chinese Communist Party; Congress demands all records by August 7

Harvard University is facing backlash after a congressional probe revealed years-long partnerships with organisations tied to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).The revelation sparked concerns over foreign influence and national security risks.According to documents obtained by the Washington Free Beacon, the Ivy League institution allegedly collaborated with CCP-controlled entities for over a decade.The foreign bodies included […]

Cincinnati street brawl: Vivek Ramaswamy donates to attack victim ‘Holly’; fundraiser tops $100K

Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has made a significant donation to a GiveSendGo fundraiser supporting a woman named Holly, who was assaulted during a violent mob attack in downtown Cincinnati. The incident, which went viral, showed Holly being punched while trying to help another victim during the chaotic street brawl.American commentator and YouTuber Benny Johnson […]

Qatar boosts green mobility with 300+ fast EV chargers that charge up to 80% in just 30 mins | World News

Kahramaa announced that Qatar has surpassed 300 fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers/Image: File TL;DR: Qatar has installed over 300 fast EV chargers nationwide as of 1 August 2025 under its green mobility initiative. These DC fast chargers deliver high-power, rapid charging, often bringing EV batteries from 20% to 80% in under 30 minutes. This infrastructure […]

Kuwait Petroleum to begin retiring employees over 60 this year, shifting focus to hiring young nationals | World News

Kuwait’s KPC ends automatic renewals for employees above 60/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) will begin retiring employees aged 60 and above to make room for younger Kuwaiti professionals. This step is part of a wider national workforce strategy aimed at reducing dependence on expatriate labor. Recruitment efforts will now focus on fresh graduates, […]