Xi says China, Germany need to view ties from long-term, strategic perspective

RIO DE JANEIRO: China and Germany need to view and develop bilateral relations from a long-term and strategic perspective, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday. Xi made the remarks while meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on the sidelines of the 19th G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Xi said the two sides had candid, in-depth and fruitful discussions...

Bail not a ticket to freedom for Imran Khan, Tarar says

ISLAMABAD: In a decisive statement on Wednesday, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar announced that despite securing bail in the new Toshakhana case, former Prime Minister Imran Khan is unlikely to be released from custody due to multiple pending cases against him. Speaking to Geo News, Tarar emphasized, "There is no chance of the PTI founder’s release," underscoring the gravity of the...

LHC rejects Imran’s plea seeking interim bail in all cases

Single-judge bench announces verdict after reviewing reports submitted the Punjab Home Department and federal govt LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Wednesday turned down PRI Founder Imran Khan’s plea for interim bail in the cases registered against him. LHC’s Justice Farooq Haider presided over the hearing of a petition filed by Imran Khan's sister, Noreen Niazi, requesting the court...

Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet Reunite At ‘Lee’ Screening 27 Years After Release of ‘Titanic’

Nearly three decades after their iconic roles in "Titanic," Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet shared a heartfelt reunion on Tuesday at the Harmony Gold screening of Winslet's latest film, "Lee." DiCaprio, who introduced Winslet before a panel discussion, praised her transformative work in the film, highlighting her strength, integrity, and passion. During the introduction, DiCaprio referred to Winslet as "one...

Nicole Kidman Dazzles in Red Balenciaga Gown at British GQ Men of the Year Awards

Nicole Kidman lit up the red carpet at the British GQ Men of the Year Awards 2024, held at Kensington Roof Gardens in London. Fresh from her revealing interview with British GQ, the 57-year-old actress turned heads in a stunning fiery red Balenciaga gown, which she wore last night. The turtleneck design featured an eye-catching lace-up back, a nod...

Cambridge launches free online climate education program in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The International Education group of Cambridge University Press & Assessment on Wednesday announced the launch of a new climate change education program, Cambridge Climate Quest, in Pakistan. This initiative aims to boost climate literacy among students by focusing on local and global environmental challenges and solutions. Cambridge Climate Quest is a free online course open to all students registered with...

JI Karachi seeks resignation of election official over by-election fraud claims

KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi has demanded the resignation of an Election Commission official, alleging fraudulent practices in the recent local council by-elections that favored the Pakistan People's Party (PPP). The accusation follows a contentious electoral process where the PPP secured a significant number of seats under suspicious circumstances, according to JI Karachi. Munim Zafar Khan, Ameer of JI Karachi, raised concerns...

SC dismisses plea against SIC’s parliamentary party status

Justice Mandokhail chides petitioner, saying It is up to candidates to join any political party ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court’s constitutional bench on Wednesday dismissed a petition against the status of the Sunni Ittehad Council as a parliamentary party and upheld the objections raised by the registrar's office. A seven-member bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan, pronounced the verdict after hearing...

SC sets aside IHC’s verdict on plot allotment to judges and bureaucrats

IHC had declared plot allotment scheme for retired judges and senior bureaucrats as unconstitutional ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court on Wednesday set aside the Islamabad High Court's (IHC) verdict on the allotment of plots to judges and bureaucrats in sectors F-14 and F-15 of Islamabad. The apex court announced the judgment on the case, which was reserved earlier, accepting the appeal...

Maria Georgas Clears Up Pete Davidson Dating Rumors, Confirms His Sobriety

Maria Georgas, known for her stint on "The Bachelor," quickly addressed swirling rumors about her dating Pete Davidson, firmly denying any romantic involvement with the comedian. On November 19, Georgas took to her Instagram Stories to dismiss the claims, asserting, "Never dated Pete. False rumor! I’m friends with his sister. Case closed." The rumors had escalated following reports by The...

Bilawal constitutes panel to take up ‘reservations’ with Federal govt

PPP's senator also pens letter to NA speaker, seeking chairmanship of Public Accounts Committee ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has formed a committee to raise grievances with the Federal government, while the party has also sought the chairmanship of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). According to the PPP office-bearers, the committee will comprise of Raja Pervez...

Pete Davidson Enjoys Brooklyn Nets Game with Mom, Dismisses Rehab Rumors

Pete Davidson, the 31-year-old comedian and "Saturday Night Live" alum, was spotted enjoying a Brooklyn Nets game at the Barclays Center on Tuesday, November 19, with his mother, Amy Waters Davidson. This marked his first public outing since rumors falsely claimed he had reentered rehab following his split with Maria Georgas Davidson, who was all smiles during the game, watched...

Richard Gere Flips Off Savannah Guthrie During Live Interview

Richard Gere stirred up excitement on NBC's "Today" show this Wednesday, playfully flipping the bird during his interview with Savannah Guthrie, just a day after Cher's live F-word slip on the same show. The actor's surprising gesture came as a reenactment from his latest series, "The Agency," following a clip that had been aired moments earlier. Guthrie, momentarily taken aback,...

What would a perfect world look like?

Some things never change. So it is that some exceedingly crazy notions about the word 'perfect' keep doing the rounds surprisingly consistently. The baloney that is believed and expressed regarding the word is mind boggling to say the least. For some mysterious reason, it is very common to forget that whether something is or is not perfect depends on...

Shaping Pakistan’s future

Pakistan stands at the threshold of a transformative opportunity, poised to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation.  With a young, dynamic population eager to engage with emerging technologies, the nation has the chance to propel itself onto a robust growth trajectory, enhance national competitiveness and improve the quality of life for its citizens. As AI...