PM Shehbaz approves one-month extension in subsidy for transport

He took this decision to continue relief measures for economically vulnerable segments of society in view of the prevailing situation

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27 Pakistanis are set to fly out of Uganda: FO

Giving updates regarding Pakistanis detained in Kampala, he said around 30 others are also willing to arrange their air tickets soon

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Mamdani calls on King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond

Housed in the Tower of London, the massive 106-carat stone is the star of Britain’s crown jewels, adorning the Crown of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother

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What are per tola gold prices in Pakistan, global markets today?

Per tola price reaches Rs483,962 after a gain of Rs4,400

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Commissioning ceremony of 1st HANGOR Class Submarine held in China

President Asif Ali Zardar described the commissioning of HANGOR as a historic milestone in Pakistan Navy's modernisation, affirming Pakistan's resolve to maintain a robust, balanced and credible defence posture

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Brent jumps to 4-year high as concerns of US-Iran war escalation

Brent crude futures rose $4.28, or 3.63%, to $122.31 a barrel as of 0659 GMT, after touching an intraday high of $126.41, the loftiest since March 9, 2022

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Welcome to the May issue of The Highlight

How well do you know your neighbors? Could you ask them for a favor? The internet and its promise of limitless connectivity has led many people to overlook those kinds of connections, which used to be far more common. But things are starting to shift back the…

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The surprising reason why pedestrian deaths are down in the US

There are many ways you could measure the health of a city — its air quality index, its population growth, the number of jobs it added last year. My favorite is one not often high on the priority lists of city governments in the US: How safe is it to walk?  T…

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Caregiving has a burnout problem

More than 63 million people in America are caregivers — of kids, of parents, and loved ones. And nearly half of caregivers under the age of 50 are taking care of a parent and a child at the same time. Maybe you’re one of them. Maybe you’re also trying to hold…

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5 of your biggest questions about the Iran war, answered

This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. It’s been just over eight weeks since the US and Israel started a war with Iran for contradictory and incohe…

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Are the latest Iran talks for real?

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: US and Iranian diplomats will meet again in Pakistan t…

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NCAA basketball tournaments set to move to 76 teams...

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PSL-11: Peshawar Zalmi beat Islamabad United by 70 runs

Earlier, batting first, Peshawar Zalmi scored 221 runs for the loss of 7 wickets, in the stipulated 20 overs

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Rising global sport padel finds new home in Lahore

Designed for players of all skill levels, the 24-hour club aims to introduce and expand one of the world’s fastest-growing sports in a vibrant, community-driven environment

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New terminal at Lahore airport to double passenger capacity this year

Project worth Rs26bn nears completion; officials say move will ease congestion, improve facilities and project a positive image of the country

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