Month: January 2024

‘I Prevented nuclear holocaust, claims Trump

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WASHINGTON: During a fraud lawsuit deposition, former US President Donald Trump claimed he averted a “nuclear holocaust” and saved millions of lives. He repeated this on the stand, while also lashing out at the judge and AG. Months earlier, during questioning about his business practices, Trump stated he was “too busy… saving millions of lives” to focus on his businesses, entrusted to his children. This released deposition footage adds a dramatic layer to the ongoing legal battle against the former president. “I was very busy. I considered this the most…

ECP starts providing postal ballot papers

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ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has started the process of providing postal ballot papers to eligible individuals for the upcoming general elections for both national and provincial assemblies. The forthcoming general elections in the country are slated for February 8 next month and preparations for the event are in their final stages, an official told APP here Saturday. Eligible voters must download a postal ballot application form the electoral authority’s website. Upon receiving the postal ballot, voters should then send their votes to the relevant District Returning Officer…

Pakistan snatch 42-run win over New Zealand in fifth T20

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CHRISTCHURCH: Pakistan’s spinners ran through New Zealand to pick up a consolation 42-run win in the fifth and final Twenty20 international on Sunday and avoid a series clean sweep. The tourists lost the five-match series 4-1 but it ended on a positive note as they dismissed the Black Caps for a paltry 92 in defence of 134-8. Part-time offspinner Iftikhar Ahmed produced career-best figures of 3-24 as a weakened New Zealand batting lineup struggled against the turning ball and were skittled for their eighth-lowest T20 total. Only opener Finn Allen…

Madonna faces lawsuit by upset fans for being ‘late’

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Madonna seems to have greatly upset her fans, pushing them to the extent of filing a lawsuit against the superstar. Two of Madonna’s fans are suing the Material Girl on the grounds that she keeps delaying the start of her concerts, despite having made false promises about it. In a lawsuit filed in Brooklyn federal court on Wednesday, Michael Fellows and Jonathan Hadden, residents of New York City, charge Madonna, the Barclays Centre, and Live Nation of engaging in “unconscionable, unfair, and/or deceptive trade practices.” The complaint notes that, contrary to the…

WhatsApp channels to get a new feature soon

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Smooth user experience is what drives Meta-owned WhatsApp that consistently strives to improve its features through updates. While most users generally welcome new features, there are times when some updates are not well-received. Nevertheless, the green-coloured messaging platform is introducing a new feature through the Google Play Beta Program, elevating the version to 2.24.2.17, according to WABetaInfo. The WABetaInfo website says the upcoming feature appears to be exciting as the platform will enable the transfer of channel ownership. In an announcement on his WhatsApp channel, Mark Zuckerberg said the platform…

Huthis target US ship in Gulf of Aden again as US military denies

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Yemen’s Huthi rebels have asserted responsibility for an attack on a US ship in the Gulf of Aden early Friday.  The incident comes on the heels of the United States launching strikes against rebel targets due to their aggression towards vessels in and around the Red Sea. The Huthis, backed by Iran, insist that their naval forces successfully targeted the Chem Ranger, a commercial vessel sailing from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to Kuwait. According to their statement on social media, they utilised “appropriate naval missiles” that resulted in direct hits. However,…

Military courts: Ex-CJP wants appeals against SC verdict heard by larger bench

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ISLAMABAD: Former chief justice of Pakistan (CJP) Jawad S Khwaja Thursday requested the Supreme Court to constitute a larger bench – comprising seven members — to hear the intra court appeals (ICAs) filed against the apex court judgment declaring the trial of civilians in military court as unconstitutional. Justice Khwaja, one of the petitioners, challenging the trial of civilians in military courts, filed an application with the apex court for constituting a lawful and larger bench in accordance with Section 5 of the Supreme Court (Practice and Procedure) Act 2023…

Pak vs NZ: Pakistan seek to avoid whitewash in 4th T20I clash today

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Pakistan and New Zealand are all set to clash in the fourth Twenty20 International at Hagley Oval in Christchurch today, with visitors stiving to avoid a series whitewash.  The hosts are aiming for a clean sweep, having already sealed the five-match T20I series with victories in the initial three encounters. The standout performer for New Zealand, Finn Allen, has been in sensational form, showcasing his explosive batting skills. Allen’s spectacular century in the previous game played a pivotal role in the team’s success, contributing significantly to their total of 224/7…