Following surgery, Ashton Colby was confined to bed, unable to move his arms or perform basic tasks. His father, Rick Colby, was there every step of the way, aiding his recovery from top surgery – support that meant the world to Ashton from his conservative Republican father after he came out as transgender and underwent the operation. Surgery is an option that some, but not all, trans people choose as part of the broader gender-affirming care they may receive to aid their transition. Ashton was 19 at the time. “He was there in the hotel room, helping me recover and…
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A powerful storm system roared across the Midwest and South Friday night, unleashing a series of tornadoes that carved paths of destruction and left at least three dead in Missouri. The outbreak of tornadoes raked through towns under the cover of darkness — the most dangerous and deadly time for a tornado outbreak. The magnitude of the damage was unclear in the early-morning hours Saturday as forecasters at the National Weather Service furiously issued tornado warnings and the radar lit up with severe thunderstorms from Wisconsin to Mississippi. It’s part of a major, cross-country low pressure system that has killed…
The Pakistan Super League (PSL) made history with the unveiling of its 10th edition trophy, named “Luminara,” in the waters of the Arabian Sea. This unprecedented move marked a new milestone in the league’s history, reflecting the spirit of innovation, resilience, and excellence that has defined Pakistan’s premier T20 competition. “Luminara” stood as a striking masterpiece, crafted from a single sheet of solid silver, meticulously machined to create intricate stone settings. Weighing 10 kilograms, the trophy was adorned with 22,850 high-lustre zircon stones, symbolizing the stars, energy, and competitive excellence of HBL PSL. The name “Luminara,” derived from the Latin…
Pakistan fast bowler Jahandad Khan stated on Friday that he will aim to secure victories for the country. Speaking to the media in Christchurch, Khan said: “The pitches here in New Zealand favor the batters, and the grounds are also relatively small.” “The conditions here are challenging, and it’s not easy to defeat any team on their home ground,” Khan noted. He further stated: “The team’s morale is high, as the squad includes fringe players.” “The training has been productive. We will endeavor to win the matches for Pakistan,” Khan concluded.
Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali has sparked widespread debate by questioning the status of Pakistan pacers as the world’s best bowling attack. His comments came during a podcast appearance alongside fellow England cricketer Adil Rashid, addressing perceptions around Pakistan’s celebrated pace trio. Moeen directly challenged a common narrative within cricket circles regarding Pakistan’s seam bowling resources. “There’s this perception, especially among people with Pakistani backgrounds, that Pakistan has the best seamers. I’m like, no. They’re good, but they’re not the best,” Ali stated during the discussion. While acknowledging the individual talents of Pakistan’s premier fast bowlers, Ali maintained his position…
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma will continue as Test skipper for the upcoming England series following India’s Champions Trophy 2025 victory, according to reports from Indian media outlets. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) selectors have extended Sharma’s Test captaincy tenure despite his recent batting struggles, confirming he will lead the five-match Test series against England scheduled from June to August 2025. Sharma’s leadership received strong endorsement after guiding India to an unbeaten run in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, culminating in a four-wicket victory over New Zealand at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 9. Cricket…
Pakistan cricket captain Salman Ali Agha acknowledged that the national team has failed to meet fan expectations during a press conference ahead of their upcoming series. “We haven’t played cricket according to our fans’ expectations, and they’re understandably not happy with us,” Agha stated. “Our team is built around young players, but we’ve come here to win.” The skipper addressed pitch conditions for the upcoming matches, noting that while the wicket appears to favor pace bowlers, spinners would likely find assistance as well. He revealed that the final playing eleven has not been decided yet. Discussing key players’ form, Agha…
By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing new, stringent regulations for entry into the United States, potentially imposing travel restrictions on citizens from 43 countries across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. According to a report by The New York Times, this list includes three different categories, marked by red, gold, and yellow lists. Red List: Complete Ban on Entry for Citizens of These Countries The red list includes 11 countries whose citizens will face a total ban on entry into the U.S. These countries include Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Libya, Sudan, North Korea,…
Terrorists launched coordinated attacks on two police stations and a police post in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa late Friday night, leading to an exchange of gunfire between the assailants and security personnel, officials reported. According to police sources, unidentified motorcyclists hurled two hand grenades at the Khojri police post. However, no casualties were reported in the attack. Following the incident, local residents armed themselves to support the police and announced that community elders would play an active role in safeguarding the post. Meanwhile, militants also targeted the Bakakhel and Ghoriwala police stations, where gunfire was exchanged between security…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inaugurated the foundation stone of the £190 million Danish University of Emerging Sciences on Saturday, stating that it will be on par with the world’s leading institutions in modern sciences and applied research. Speaking at the site review ceremony in Islamabad, the premier announced that 100 acres of land have been allocated for the project, which he described as a significant step towards transforming higher education in Pakistan. He added that the university’s £190 million funding has been transferred to the national treasury from accounts held by the Supreme Court and will be utilized for its…
