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May 28, 2025

Iran’s judici says at least 71 killed in Israel’s attack on Tehran’s notorious Evin prison
At least 71 people were killed in Israel’s attack on Tehran’s Evin prison, a notorious facility where many political prisoners and dissidents have been held, Iran’s judici said on Sunday. Judici spokesperson Asghar Jahangir posted on the office’s official Mizan news agency website that those killed on Monday included staff, soldiers, prisoners and members of…
Revolution solar paint turns your car into Sun-Powered charger
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a groundbreaking solar paint that could transform electric vehicles (EVs) into mobile power stations. This cutting-edge technology enables cars to harness sunlight directly through their surfaces, potentially adding up to 20,000 kilometers of driving range each year under optimal conditions. Innovative Integration of Solar Power and Vehicle Design At the heart of…
Ronaldo opts for rest over FIFA Club World Cup commitment
Riyadh: Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his decision to skip the revamped FIFA Club World Cup, prioritizing rest and preparation to extend his illustrious playing career. The Portuguese superstar, who recently led Portugal to victory in the UEFA Nations League, shared his thoughts on Saturday, just days after extending his contract with Saudi Pro…
Meter reading just got smarter with ‘Apna Meter Apni Reading’ app
Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has officially launched the Power Smart App “Apna Meter Apni Reading”. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Power Division, this feature allows consumers to take a photo of their meter reading on a designated date and upload it to the app, which will then be used to…
Global economy in ‘uncharted waters’ says BIS general manager
TOKYO — U.S. President Donald Trump’s high tariff policy means the global economy is facing “challenging times in uncharted waters,” said General Manager Agustin Carstens of the Bank for International Settlements. In an exclusive interview with Nikkei, Carstens also said a 2% inflation target, which many central banks around the world have adopted, is “the…
Pakistani passport gets stronger with 32 visa-free countries
Web Desk: The Henley Passport Index 2025 reveals a notable rise in the global ranking of the Pakistani passport, enhancing travel freedom for Pakistani citizens and opening new opportunities for international mobility. According to the latest report by Henley Passport Index for 2025, the Pakistani passport has seen a significant improvement in its status and…
Is the ‘artist’s life’ worth it? An author tries to answer the question
Is living an artist’s life worth the sacrifice? “The writing life,” author Stephanie Elizondo Griest says, “is like the ultimate hazing experience, because it tests you at every level. You are continually confronted with rejection — plus how are you going to pay the bills?” Now a professor at the University of North Carolina at…
Trump defends Netanyahu over corruption trial
Washington: The United States would not tolerate the ongoing legal proceedings against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, U.S. President Donald Trump “The United States of America spends Billions of Dollar a year, far more than on any other Nation, protecting and supporting Israel. We are not going to stand for this,” Trump posted on his…
To fight Trump’s funding freezes, states try a new gambit: Withholding federal payments
Democratic legislators mostly in blue states are attempting to fight back against President Donald Trump’s efforts to withhold funding from their states with bills that aim to give the federal government a taste of its own medicine. The novel and untested approach — so far introduced in Connecticut, Mland, New York and Wisconsin — would…