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January 3, 2025

South Korea’s Lee Jae-myung now tasked with healing China ties
SEOUL — South Korean President Lee Jae-myung faces an uphill battle in bolstering relations with both China and the U.S., with some analysts suggesting he may find himself unable to execute a non-aligned, strategically ambiguous foreign policy. Since taking office on Wednesday, Lee has pledged to take a “pragmatic” approach to foreign policy, whereby he would…
Youth forgives influential suspects in torture case
Karachi: A young man who was allegedly tortured by influential individuals in Karachi’s Defence area has pardoned the accused during court proceedings. The case was heard in Additional District and Session court, where the victim, Sudheer, appeared and told the judge that the incident was his fault, as his motorcycle had collided with a car.…
How airlines are managing the risk of missile threats and airspace closures
Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Airlines are facing an increasing burden on operations and profitability due to the rise in global conflict zones, industry executives have warned. Carriers are struggling with the threat from missiles and…
At least 11 people die in a stampede in India as fans celebrate cricket championship
Cricket fans had come out to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first Indian Premier League title win on Tuesday. The team had given away free passes to fans for the event through its website, and urged them to follow guidelines set by police and authorities. The team said in a statement that it was “deeply anguished.”…
Jamie Overton returns to England Test squad for time in three years
Jamie Overton has returned to England’s Test squad for the first time in three years for the series opener against India as Jacob Bethell, Chris Woakes and Brydon Carse also return. Overton has been a regular in the white-ball set-up in recent times but won his solit Test cap against New Zealand in 2022, taking…
EU pushes for China trade ‘rebalancing’ as Trump factor looms
BRUSSELS — Gaps between Brussels and Beijing on trade issues show little sign of narrowing even as negotiations accelerate ahead of a possible call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. European Union trade chief Maros Sefcovic and Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met on the sidelines of an Organisation for Economic…
Indian carmakers scramble in face of China rare earth curbs
BENGALURU — Indian automakers are feeling the pressure from Beijing’s curbs on the export of rare earth minerals and magnets, with production halts set to come “very soon” if shortages persist. That would be particularly unfortunate timing for automakers already wrestling with slowing sales. Rare earths are crucial for carmakers, as they are used in…
Pakistan’s Soha Ali shines at ITF Junior event in Nigeria
KARACHI: Pakistan’s 17-year-old junior tennis player, Soha Ali, continues her impressive performance at the ongoing ITF Junior Tournament in Nigeria. After a strong start in the girls’ doubles event at the ITF J30 in Abuja, Soha Ali also secured victory in her opening singles match. Facing Nigeria’s wildcard entrant, Nenerot Sowa, Soha lost the first…
PMD warns of soaring temperatures during Eid
PMD warns of soaring temperatures during Eid ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for a severe heatwave expected to affect large parts of the country during the Eid-ul-Adha holidays and the following week. According to the Met Office, a high-pressure system is forecast to develop over the region starting June 7, intensifying…