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January 9, 2025

Iran border crossing in Balochistan closed for unspecified period
Iran border crossing in Balochistan closed for unspecified period QUETTA: Pakistan has indefinitely closed border crossing points connecting Balochistan with Iran in response to escalating regional tensions. According to the Panjgur district administration, both crossing points — Cheedgi and Jirak-Prom — located along the Iran-Pakistan border will remain closed until further notice. The measure aims…
Is ‘Mere Paas Tum Ho Season 2’ coming soon? See the details
Is ‘Mere Paas Tum Ho Season 2’ coming soon? See the details The show, written by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, is known for its bold storyline and memorable characters. Despite no official confirmation, the interaction between ’s leadership and creators gives fans hope for a new chapter. If approved, “Mere Paas Tum Ho 2” could mark a…
Convoy of stranded Pakistani students departs from Tehran
Convoy of stranded Pakistani students departs from Tehran TEHRAN: A convoy carrying Pakistani students stranded in Iran due to escalating tensions between Israel and Iran has departed from Tehran towards the Taftan border. According to diplomatic sources, six buses have been dispatched to facilitate the safe return of the students, with border passage expected to…
Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC launches $18.7bn takeover bid for Australia’s Santos
SYDNEY — Australian oil and gas company Santos announced Monday that it has received a takeover offer worth $18.7 billion from a consortium led by international energy investment company XRG, a subsidi of Abu Dhabi’s state-owned oil company ADNOC. The XRG-led consortium, which includes Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company (ADQ) and U.S. investment firm Carlyle,…
China consumption beats expectations, buoyed by trade-in subsidies
TOKYO — China’s retail sales expanded more than expected in May, boosted by subsidies encouraging consumers to replace certain goods and an early start to the “618” online shopping festival. The gauge of household spending rose 6.4% last month, the fastest pace since December 2023, according to data published by the National Bureau of Statistics…
US drive for domestic drones risks sidelining Taiwan, report warns
TAIPEI — Taiwan is at risk of being marginalized as the U.S. builds up its drone industry, a report from a leading tech think tank will warn on Monday, as video footage from earlier this month drives home how autonomous vehicles are revolutionizing warfare. The report, compiled by the Taipei-based think tank Research Institute for…
Minnesota Gov. Walz announces shooting suspect is arrested
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Minnesota Gov. Walz announces shooting suspect is arrested 04:10 UP NEXT Crowd runs for cover after gunfire erupts at Utah ‘No Kings’ rally 00:49 ‘I wish I could have been there to stop him’: Minnesota suspect’s roommate 00:57…
ADNOC launches $18.7 billion takeover bid for Australia’s Santos
SYDNEY — Australian oil and gas company Santos announced Monday that it has received a takeover offer worth $18.7 billion from a consortium led by international energy investment company XRG, a subsidi of Abu Dhabi’s state-owned oil company ADNOC. The XRG-led consortium, which includes Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company (ADQ) and U.S. investment firm Carlyle,…
China’s consumption growth beats expectation on holiday spending
TOKYO — China’s retail sales expanded more than expected in May, boosted by holiday spending at the beginning of the month and the early start of the “618” online shopping festival. The gauge of household spending rose 6.4% last month, the fastest pace since December 2023, according to data published by the National Bureau of…