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October 23, 2024

‘Leap together,’ Kermit the Frog says in commencement address at University of Mland graduation
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — Kermit the Frog knows it’s not easy being green — or graduating from college and entering the real world, especially during a time of economic uncertainty and political turmoil. Members of the University of Mland’s class of 2025 received their diplomas Thursday evening with sage advice from the amphibious Muppet ringing…
CTD foils terror plot in Mianwali
MIANWALI: Counter Terrorism Department (CTD ) has foiled a major terror plot Rehmani Khel Mor area of Mianwali, killing three terrorists during an intense exchange of fire. According to a CTD spokesperson, three highly dangerous terrorists were killed in the encounter, while six others managed to escape under the cover of darkness.The operation was carried…
NA unanimously passes resolution India’s over suspension of IWT
ISLAMABAD: National Assembly of Pakistan has unanimously passed a resolution condemning India’s illegal and unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). The resolution calls upon the government to take immediate and effective measures to counter India’s unlawful actions. It emphasizes that any violation of international agreements, especially those concerning shared water resources, poses a…
Asian students flock to Malaysian international schools
In Nikkei Asia News Roundup’s latest episode, Jada Nagumo and Brian Chapman discuss why parents across East Asia are increasingly sending their children to international schools in Malaysia. This week’s featured story Malaysia wins over East Asians seeking safer, cheaper international schools The episode consists of: A selection of news headlines A glimpse into…
Harry Potter TV series shatters production budget records
Hollywood is no stranger to high-budget productions, but Warner Bros. has taken it to an unprecedented level with its upcoming Harry Potter TV series. The studio has allocated a staggering budget that surpasses even the most expensive films ever made. Until now, the costliest film in cinematic history was Star Wars: Episode VII, with a…
President Zardari lauds IMF’s role inPakistan’s economic progress
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari held a meeting with a delegation from the International Monet Fund (IMF) led by Jihad Azour. During meeting, Pakistan’s current economic situation and the ongoing IMF program were discussed in detail. Discussions focused on Pakistan’s economic challenges, structural reforms, and progress under the existing IMF program, highlighting the government’s commitment…
Japan to introduce US-style online visitor entry system in FY2028
TOKYO — The Japanese government will introduce an online travel authorization system for foreigners, akin to the U.S. Electronic System for Travel Authorization, or ESTA, as it seeks to strengthen checks on foreigners entering the country amid a tourism boom. Dubbed JESTA, travelers from 71 countries and regions exempt from short-term visas will need to provide, before…
CTD arrest terrorist in Sahiwal operation
Sahiwal: The Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) police have arrested a terrorist from a banned organization and registered a case. According to details, CTD police apprehended the terrorist during an operation in Sahiwal. CTD officials stated that weapons, explosives, a Prima card, a detonator, and a battery were recovered from the terrorist. Officials said the terrorist identified…
Rising unrest in Indonesia’s Papua region kills more than 40
JAKARTA — An eruption of violence in Indonesia’s eastern Papua region, which has seen more than 40 people killed this year, has prompted calls for the government to pay greater attention to the area that has been home to an armed separatist movement for decades. The Papua Justice and Human Integrity Foundation, an independent group,…