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April 12, 2025

Pakistan vows to fight back if Indian ‘aggression continues’
TOKYO — A senior cabinet member has said Pakistan will match India’s milit actions step by step, suggesting that any de-escalation in tensions between the two nuclear powers is still some way off. Musadik Malik, who has held senior positions in successive governments, told Nikkei Asia on Friday that if India “raises the temperature, we…
Trump signals he is open to cutting China tariffs to 80% ahead of trade negotiations
President Donald Trump has signaled a willingness to drastically cut the U.S. current 145% tariff rate on China ahead of trade talks between the two countries. Trump wrote in a Truth Social post Friday morning: “80% Tariff on China seems right! Up to Scott B.,” appearing to refer to Treasury Secret Scott Bessent. The post…
Sri Lankan Milit helicopter crashes
Sri Lankan Milit helicopter crashes COLOMBO: A milit helicopter crashed in Sri Lanka during a passing out parade ceremony, resulting in the deaths of six people. According to international media reports, there were 12 people on board the Bell 212 milit helicopter. The helicopter crashed into the waters of the Maduru Oya Reservoir. Reports confirm…
Imran Khan’s party appeal for his immediate release fearing drone attack by India
On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch Imran Khan’s political party has petitioned the court for his urgent release from jail, claiming he could potentially be targeted in Indian drone strikes amid escalating tensions between the…
A look at Pope Leo’s ties to Chicago and the community’s reaction
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Speeding truck crushes father and son to death
Speeding truck crushes father and son to death KARACHI: A speeding truck crushed man and his son to death in Orangi Town area of Karachi here on Friday. The tragic accident occurred in Orangi Town, Sector 15, where a high-speed truck rammed into a motorcycle, killing both riders on the spot. Police officials stated that…
Mitsubishi Heavy scales 10tn yen market cap on gas power demand
TOKYO — Shares of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries hit an all time high and eclipsed the 10-trillion-yen ($69 billion) mark on Friday, riding on surging demand for gas turbines. The demand has been so strong that the Japanese company could not keep up and had to turn down some requests, said CEO Eisaku Ito. As a…
Lainey Wilson rules the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards once again, Alan Jackson is honored
NEW YORK — It was her night once again. Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards — the title of entertainer of the year — for a second year in a row. And that was after she cleaned house, taking home trophies for both female artist…
Waqar Mehdi declared winner of Senate by-election from Sindh
Waqar Mehdi declared winner of Senate by-election from Sindh ISLAMBABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has officially issued a notification confirming the victory of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) candidate Waqar Mehdi for the general seat in the Senate by-election from Sindh. Waqar Mehdi secured the seat following the by-election, further strengthening PPP’s representation in…