The death of a 20-year-old Southern University student in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is being investigated by local law enforcement as a possible act of fraternity hazing, school authorities confirmed to The Associated Press on Wednesday. Caleb Wilson, who died on February 27, was a mechanical engineering junior at Southern University and A&M College and a member of the school’s famed marching band. Chancellor John K. Pierre said in a statement shared on the college’s Facebook page that “an off-campus incident is believed to have contributed to Caleb’s death.” A university spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday that an alleged fraternity ritual, involving…
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Newly released text messages from 2022 reveal panicked conversations between two surviving roommates in the University of Idaho murder case, providing further insight into the timeline prosecutors intend to use against the suspect. The brutal murders of four students – Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin – occurred in an off-campus residence in Moscow, Idaho, in November 2022. According to unsealed court filings, roommate Dylan Mortensen texted Bethany Funke, “I’m freaking out.” The texts revealed they discussed a masked man dressed in black inside their home around the time authorities believe the victims were killed. This exchange…
Pakistan’s newly appointed batting coach Mohammed Yousuf stated on Thursday that opener Abdullah Shafique does not swing the bat properly. Expressing his thoughts on the Samaa TV program “Zor Ka Jor,” Yousuf highlighted the technical flaws of Shafique. Earlier, a few days ago, former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi commended the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its successful efforts in hosting the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. Expressing his thoughts on the Samaa TV program “Zor Ka Jor,” Afridi said, “Regardless of who the chairman is, he deserves praise and congratulations for his commitment.” Afridi maintained, “The PCB has worked hard…
Former Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi stated on Thursday that if he had the authority, he would have appointed Saim Ayub as the Pakistan T20 International captain. Expressing his thoughts on the Samaa TV program “Zor Ka Jor,” Afridi said, “There is a need for a captain who has a selfless approach to the game.” Afridi raised objections over the selection of Shadab Khan in the Pakistan squad for the New Zealand series. He lamented the selection committee’s choice of only one spinner for the Champions Trophy 2025. “Now that there is a need for one spinner, the selection committee…
England’s cricket supremo Rob Key stated on Thursday that it would be “stupid” to rule out Test captain Ben Stokes as a contender for the captaincy of the struggling white-ball team. The move came after Jos Buttler stepped down following a dismal performance at the ongoing 50-over Champions Trophy tournament, where England lost all three of their group matches in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. England’s white-ball team had suffered 10 defeats in 11 fixtures that year, further intensifying the need for a change in leadership. Harry Brook, the vice-captain, had seemed poised to take over from Buttler, but…
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has predicted a tight contest in the Champions Trophy final on Thursday, stating that a slower pitch in Dubai would create challenges for both teams. The final, scheduled for Sunday, will see New Zealand face off against India, with the winner set to be crowned in the prestigious eight-nation tournament held across Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. Santner, speaking on his arrival in Dubai, acknowledged the team’s preparation but noted the distinct advantage India possessed, having played all their matches at the Dubai International Stadium. “I guess finals cricket is different, but for us…
The federal government has amended the Civil Servants Rules, 1973, introducing new promotion policies for senior bureaucrats, following directives from the Prime Minister. According to the official notification, new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have been formulated for Grade-21 officers seeking promotion to Grade-22. These policy changes aim to streamline promotions within the bureaucracy and ensure a more structured and transparent process for senior civil servants. A Grade-21 officer’s case for promotion to Grade-22 can only be presented twice before the High-Powered Selection Board. If an officer is considered twice and not promoted, their case will not be sent for a…
The Supreme Court of Pakistan resumed the suo motu hearing of the Arshad Sharif murder case, during which the federal government requested additional time to finalize the Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) agreement with Kenya. However, the court expressed dissatisfaction over the delays and adjourned the hearing for one month. During the proceedings, Justice Aminuddin Khan remarked that Joint Investigation Teams (JITs) are ineffective and do not yield beneficial results. The Additional Attorney General (AAG) informed the court that the agreement with Kenya was signed on December 10 but has yet to be ratified by the President of Pakistan. Justice Hassan…
The Pakistani government has embarked on a significant strategic shift, committing to substantially increase the use of indigenous Thar coal for power generation, a move projected to slash the country’s annual import expenditure by $2 billion. Government officials have outlined that the initial phase of this energy transition will center on converting the 600-megawatt Lucky Power Plant to operate on locally sourced coal. Officials also confirmed that a 120-kilometer railway line, linking Thar to Chor, will be finalized by December to streamline coal transportation. The transition will progress into a second phase, encompassing plans to adapt both the Sahiwal and…
The Islamabad High Court has encountered a fresh development in the ongoing case concerning the repatriation and welfare of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui. The government has submitted a miscellaneous application, seeking the immediate dismissal of the petition for her release. During the court proceedings, a notice was issued to the government, demanding a response on the matter. Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan engaged in a critical dialogue with the Additional Attorney General, challenging the government’s stance on prisoner exchanges with the United States. “You assert that there is no agreement with the U.S. on prisoner exchanges, yet just yesterday, you transferred…
