Following Pope Francis’s passing, cardinals convened on Tuesday to plan his funeral, which will be attended by global leaders, preceding a conclave next month to elect a new pontiff. Francis, 88, unexpectedly died on Monday due to a stroke and cardiac arrest, according to the Vatican, concluding a tumultuous reign marked by clashes with traditionalists and advocacy for the poor and marginalized. Despite a five-week hospital stay earlier this year for double pneumonia, Francis had appeared to be recovering, even making an appearance in St. Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. His sudden death initiated ancient rituals, as the 1.4-billion-member Church…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
Lucius Malfoy actor Jason Isaacs recently engaged in a lengthy conversation and shared his perspective on what he believes is his on-screen son’s most significant flaw. The discussion took place during the latest episode of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast. In the interview, he elaborated on his character’s views regarding “pure blood supremacy.” He began by stating, “My job wasn’t being in a franchise. My job was trying to explain to the audience why Draco was such a little s— at school.” “He came from a loveless home, and I came from a long, unbroken chain of loveless parenting.”…
Prince William’s decision to forgo his attendance at the Easter Service appears to stem from a deeper issue involving one of his elder family members. This matter has reportedly led sources to share their accounts of behind-the-scenes dynamics. According to The Mirror, there is “quite a lot of friction” between Prince William and this particular family member, to the extent that his absence “eased” the way for his uncle, Prince Andrew, to be present for the Easter celebrations. The source suggests that part of Prince William’s decision to skip the event turned out to be “good” for the Duke of…
Norway’s royal family has confirmed that Queen Sonja, 87, was admitted to the National Hospital on Monday evening for examinations due to shortness of breath. According to a report by Reuters, the Norwegian royal court stated that the queen was airlifted from the royal cabin in Sikkilsdalen in central Norway, where she and King Harald spent the Easter holiday. Earlier this year, Queen Sonja, the wife of Norway’s head of state King Harald V, received a pacemaker in January following a heart problem. She was admitted to Lillehammer Hospital after experiencing atrial fibrillation during a skiing trip. At the time,…
Meghan Markle’s longtime friend and photographer, Jake Rosenberg, has offered a rare glimpse into her personal life. In a conversation with People Magazine, Rosenberg shared behind-the-scenes moments from their recent photo shoots. Rosenberg, who collaborated with Meghan for her lifestyle brand As Ever, described shooting with the Duchess of Sussex as feeling more like spending time with a friend than a formal production. “She has a way of [adding] a personal touch on so many different facets of her life,” he said. “I’ve witnessed that as a friend, and now she gets to share that with so many more people.”…
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are reportedly on the verge of tying the knot in the near future, according to recent reports. The latest findings from Page Six suggest that the couple is all set to hold their wedding ceremony in the city of Venice. Numerous prominent and influential figures are expected to attend this high-profile event. Furthermore, an insider claimed that Vogue might be covering the wedding, as Anna Wintour is reportedly in discussions with the soon-to-be-married couple. Nevertheless, a media source indicated that “nothing is settled yet.” The pair is reportedly excited about hosting a lavish three-day celebration…
Two Pakistani runners, Faisal Shafi and Danish Elahi, made history at the world’s oldest Boston Marathon by setting a unique world record: completing the race in the fastest time while wearing the traditional shalwar kameez. The athletes, both from Karachi, finished the marathon in three hours and twenty-six minutes, marking the first time any runner has completed the 26.2-mile race in under four hours while wearing the loose-fitting national attire of Pakistan. Starting and finishing the race together, Shafi and Elahi said their achievement was a tribute to their country. “This record is dedicated to all of Pakistan,” Elahi told…
Pakistan’s running community delivered a strong performance at the 129th Boston Marathon on Monday, with Amin Mukaty and Sara Lodhi emerging as the fastest male and female finishers from Pakistan in the prestigious race. Mukaty, a 23-year-old Karachi-based runner who qualified for the Boston Marathon by time, clocked an impressive 2:48:47 on the challenging Boston course, known for its demanding Heartbreak Hill segment. “Heartbreak Hill couldn’t break my heart,” Mukaty posted on his Instagram account. “The Boston Marathon tested my limits but I rose to the challenge. Proud to represent Pakistan on the world stage,” he added. Close behind Amin…
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an advisory for a heatwave expected to grip most parts of the country from Tuesday (today) until April 27th (Sunday). The NDMA stated that dry and hot weather conditions are anticipated in major parts of the country during this period. Balochistan and Sindh are likely to experience significantly higher temperatures than usual throughout the week. Hot weather is also expected in most areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. However, the NDMA has also forecast the possibility of scattered rainfall in various areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir, as well as…
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has stated that individuals involved in attacking state installations or damaging public property will not be garlanded with flowers and must face legal consequences. Speaking to the media on Monday, the minister emphasized that those who set government properties and police vehicles on fire should not expect leniency. “When you attack installations or burn police vehicles, you won’t be welcomed with flowers,” he said. “Those involved in riots or attacks on military installations will be held accountable according to the law, and we will fully respect the court’s decisions,” he stated, adding that the…
