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April 26, 2025

A cast of scandal-plagued candidates tests the limits of what New York City voters will forgive
Few political operatives have it easier than opposition researchers in New York City this year. New York’s 2025 municipal races feature a scandal-laden cast of characters whose alleged or proven misdeeds have made front-page headlines for years. They include the front-runner heading into Tuesday’s Democratic mayoral prim. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has spent…
Jihad declaration Is state’s sole right, Says DG ISPR
Karachi: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, firmly stated that only the state holds the authority to declare jihad not any individual or group. His remarks came during meetings with various religious and social representatives in Karachi, where he emphasized national unity, religious harmony, and equal rights for all…
Rahm Emanuel confronts ‘awkward’ prospect of facing a home-state rival in the 2028 presidential race
CHICAGO — Rahm Emanuel admits the potential of taking on JB Pritzker in a 2028 presidential run is “going to be awkward.” Over decades in public life, Emanuel has had stints as White House chief of staff, congressman, cutthroat Democratic operative, overseas diplomat and more. But around here, it’s a little more simple. Emanuel was…
Mixed global response to US bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities
Following U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, global leaders have strongly reacted, condemning the attacks and warning of the serious repercussions for regional and international peace. Cuba condemns US airstrikes as a grave violation of international law Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel denounced the U.S. bombings, calling them a severe breach…
Pakistan condemns US strikes on Iran, warns of regional fallout
Islamabad: Pakistan has strongly condemned the United States’ airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear installations, describing the attacks which follow a series of Israeli strikes as deeply reprehensible. The government expressed grave concern over the potential escalation of tensions in the region. Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said the strikes on Iranian nuclear sites constitute a…
Karachi enjoys pleasant weather under overcast skies
Karachi: The city of lights is enjoying pleasant weather today, attributed to a completely overcast sky. The Meteorological Department reports a minimum temperature of 29.4 degrees Celsius and 79% humidity with the maximum temperature expected to reach 34 to 35 degrees Celsius. Winds are currently blowing from the southwest at a speed of 25 kilometers…
Cricketer Hassan Nawaz ties the knot in Punjab
Layyah district: Pakistan’s power-hitting batter Hassan Nawaz has officially tied the knot, with images from his wedding festivities now circulating on social media, capturing attention across the cricketing and fan communities. Pakistani batter Hassan Nawaz has entered a new chapter in life as he got married recently, with wedding photos making rounds on social media.…
Next AIIB president, ‘Summer Davos,’ Switch 2 in Southeast Asia
Welcome to Your Week in Asia. The China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), the independence of which was again questioned recently, will choose its next leader, while businesspeople and policymakers will descend on China’s Tianjin for the “Summer Davos.” In the latter part of the week, Nintendo’s Switch 2 will finally be released in three…