Pakistan

ECP halts Senate by-election after ruling Murad Saeed's seat never became vacant

The ECP has withdrawn the Senate by-election schedule linked to Murad Saeed, ruling that no vacancy arose because he had never taken oath as senator.

Another monsoon spell expected in parts of Pakistan from August 27

CM Maryam orders Punjab Police to keep corrupt officers away from SHO posts

Jaffar Express service suspended for two days

World

Saudi Arabia, France sign agreements to strengthen bilateral and defence cooperation

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron witnessed the signing ceremony at the lyse Palace following bilateral talks, according to Saudi broadcaster Al-Ekhbariya.

Britain, France pledge stronger support on Ukraine's Independence Day

US Supreme Court hands a win to Trump over mail-in ballot restrictions

US removes Syria from terrorism sponsor list, lifting major investment obstacle

Sports

England drop Carse after investigation into club incident

England fast bowler Brydon Carse has been dropped for the second Pakistan Test pending an investigation into an incident at a Derby club. Sonny Baker replaces him.

Angel Reese grabs WNBA-record 26 rebounds in Dream's win over Sparks

Autopsy finds cocaine, heroin contributed to Brandon Clarke's death

Shaheen Afridi's son Aliyar celebrates second birthday, photos go viral

Business

Govt increases petrol, diesel prices for next two days

Price of petrol has been increased by Rs1.12 per litre, and diesel by Rs1.11 per litre

Bitcoin rises above $80,000 as soft dollar, debasement fears boost momentum

Gold retreats from three-month high as investors await US inflation data

Jam Kamal Khan directs stronger efforts to expand Pakistan's exports

Entertainment

Punjab govt bans eight stage actresses for one month

The ban was imposed by the Punjab Information and Culture Department, which directed relevant authorities to ensure strict implementation of the order.

Ahmed Faraz remembered on 18th death anniversary

Celebrities demand justice in Hina Javed's murder case

Senior actress Humaira Bano announces marriage

Technology

Apple could raise iPhone prices by $100 or more amid memory chip shortage

Apple is expected to unveil its new iPhone lineup in September, with iPhone 18 Pro likely to start at around $1,200, compared with the $1,100 starting price of the iPhone 17 Pro introduced last year.

New Zealand's main opposition party supports social media ban for under-16s

Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record in test run

TikTok agrees to $400 million US children's privacy settlement

Crime

Body of five-year-old Ayat Noor found in Haripur, funeral prayer held

Ayat had gone out to play from her home 16 days ago and subsequently disappeared

Robbers kill man during robbery in Jhelum

Rawalpindi woman's death: Autopsy reveals broken bones, bruises on body

Two detained over woman's death in Pindi 'domestic violence' case

Weird

Sydney Marathon medal sparks amusement after organisers feature wrong stadium

The medal, which celebrates runners completing the 42.2-kilometre course, features a Sydney skyline on one side with prominent landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Car salesman becomes prince after DNA test

Python Jodie Foster becomes first snake to receive pioneering cancer treatment

Giant wave-like cloud formation stuns New Jersey coast