China unveils first Hangor-class submarine developed for Pakistan

  • Islamabad signed agreement for the acquisition of eight submarines during President Xi’s visit to Pakistan
  • Under the contract, four submarines will be built in China, while other four will be built at Karachi Shipyard
By Arab News Pakistan ·

Egypt takes key role in renewed diplomatic push for truce in Gaza

  • Officials in Israel described latest moves as ‘an attempt by Egypt to restart the talks’ after Qatar mediation efforts broke down
  • Egyptian intelligence chief Abbas Kamel to make clear ‘will not tolerate’ Israel’s deployments of troops along Gaza-Egypt border
By Arab News ·

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Green glamor: Young Pakistani innovators transform electronic waste into fashionable jewelry

  • Jewelry crafted from electronic scrap appeals to a young demographic that values innovation, ethical lifestyle choices
  • Sameer Asif began to pursue entrepreneurial dream by partnering with a classmate to launch ‘Wired Wonders’ in 2023
By Yusra Jabeen ·

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Hit repeatedly by floods in northwest Pakistan, 70-year-old to rebuild house for 10th time

  • Mian Awal Khan lives in Charsadda district, prone to floods after heavy rains
  • 65 killed, 80 injured in heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province since Apr. 12
By WASIM SAJJAD ·

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How the hospitality industry in Saudi Arabia is embracing environmental sustainability

  • From the Red Sea coast to Al-Ahsa Oasis, new eco-friendly hotels and resorts are opening across the Kingdom
  • Industry leaders are boosting sustainability by cutting emissions, protecting habitats, and creating jobs locally
By Nada Alturki ·

Hamas says it received Israel’s response to its ceasefire proposal

  • White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Friday he saw fresh momentum in talks to end the war and return the remaining hostages
  • Israel has killed more than 34,000 Palestinians in Gaza, mostly women and children, according to the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory
By Reuters ·

Taiwan reports Chinese military activity after Blinken leaves Beijing

  • US Secretary State Antony Blinken has stressed the ‘critical importance’ of maintaining peace and stability across Taiwan Strait while in China
By Reuters ·

Stellantis eyes expanding product range in Saudi Arabia, CEO says

  • Dutch-based automobile manufacturer to introduce smart cars and light commercial vehicles into Saudi market
By Reina Takla - Nirmal Narayanan ·

‘Ballistic’ Bairstow stars as Punjab pull off record T20 chase in IPL win over Kolkata Knight Riders

  • Previous highest run chase in T20 history was scripted by South Africa who overhauled 258-5 made by the West Indies in 2023
  • Shashank Singh also impressed with the bat, making 68 not out off 28 balls with eight sixes and two fours
By AFP ·

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Why the bidding may be furious for a portrait of Ottoman ruler Mehmed II, coming up for sale soon

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  • The newly rediscovered medallion features a portrait of Sultan Mehmed II The Conqueror
  • The item is expected to sell for around £2 million at auction at Bonhams of London
By Jonathan Gornall ·