Pakistan’s Test cricket team captain Shan Masood has expressed his determination to win the upcoming two-match ICC Test Championship series against the West Indies by a 2-0 margin. Masood, who has captained Pakistan in 10 Test matches, made these comments during an appearance on Geo News’ “Score” program, hosted by Sayed Yahya Hussaini. He mentioned feeling deep regret after nearly winning the first Test in Centurion against South Africa, only to lose in the end. “But this isn’t the first time this has happened to us. Our team has also lost matches from strong positions against Australia and Bangladesh,” he…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
In his farewell address, US President Joe Biden warned against the rise of a “dangerous” oligarchy under Donald Trump’s influence, urging Americans to remain vigilant. He expressed concern over the growing concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few ultra-wealthy individuals, particularly within the “tech industrial complex.” Biden also criticized social media companies and the spread of misinformation, which he said enables the abuse of power. Additionally, he voiced concerns about artificial intelligence and its potential risks, stressing the importance of America leading in the technology race against China. Biden’s address, which marked his final days in…
The international community breathed a sigh of relief as a historic ceasefire deal was reached between Hamas and Israel to end the 15-month-long war in Gaza. The deal, brokered by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, includes a phased approach that will start with a six-week initial ceasefire phase, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and the release of hostages by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. US President Joe Biden confirmed the deal, stating that the ceasefire would halt fighting in Gaza and allow for humanitarian aid to reach Palestinian civilians. The deal also aims to…
Wildfires have been raging in Los Angeles for eight days, fueled by strong, dry winds, prompting officials to urge residents to stay alert and be ready for evacuation at any moment. Around 6.5 million people remain at high risk as fires have burned an area nearly the size of Washington, DC, resulting in at least 25 deaths. Despite forecasts of winds up to 70 mph (112 km/h), actual gusts have been between 30 to 40 mph (48 to 64 km/h), with low humidity exacerbating the situation. The fires have destroyed over 12,000 homes and structures, forcing 200,000 people to evacuate.…
British screenwriter and film producer, Jemima Goldsmith, emphasized that the issue of child sexual abuse, or grooming, in the UK is a broader issue and not confined to any specific community. She mentioned that sexual abuse spans across all communities, ethnic backgrounds, and religions. According to her, the common thread in such abuses is men abusing their power, often from closed, hierarchical, gender-segregated communities. Jemima also shared statistics regarding abuse cases involving the Catholic Church, British boarding schools, and UK Asian grooming gangs, highlighting that many of these cases go unreported for years, and there have been failures in prosecuting…
An unidentified man tragically passed away after setting himself on fire near South Korea’s corruption investigation office, where impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was being questioned over insurrection allegations. The incident occurred around 8 PM local time, and the man was rushed to the hospital but later died. At the time of the incident, protests against Yoon’s arrest were ongoing outside the offices. Yoon is under investigation for his role in a criminal insurrection case, which he claims to be cooperating with to avoid further violence.
Mount Ibu, one of Indonesia’s most active volcanoes, has erupted for the fifth time this year, sending a towering column of smoke and ash into the atmosphere, prompting evacuations. The volcanic eruption on Wednesday raised the alert level to the highest category. Local disaster management authorities are preparing to evacuate around 3,000 residents from five nearby villages. Mount Ibu has become increasingly active since June, with significant eruptions occurring frequently in the first weeks of January alone.
Defense Secretary Nominee Vows to Restore a “Warrior Culture,” Says Accountability Will Be Enforced for Those Who Fall Short Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, faced intense questioning from Senate Democrats regarding his inexperience, past allegations, and views on women in combat. Despite the controversies surrounding him, Hegseth endured the lengthy confirmation hearing and emerged with critical support from Republicans. Hegseth, a former Fox News host and decorated veteran, is one of the most controversial figures ever nominated for the position. He stated his intention to restore a “warrior culture” within the U.S. military and ensure…
Temperatures Reached 51.8°C (125°F) in Makkah Last June The deaths of 1,300 pilgrims during last year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia underscored the urgent need to mitigate the dangers posed by extreme heat, with crowd management being an essential first step, analysts say. Temperatures soared to 51.8°C (125°F) in the holy city of Makkah last June as 1.8 million worshippers took part in the annual rites. Saudi officials reported that 83% of the 1,301 fatalities did not have official Hajj permits and were unable to access amenities like air-conditioned tents, which could have helped mitigate the heat. This tragic event highlighted…
Unnamed Official Involved in Planning Jan 20 Ceremony Says Three CEOs Will Be Seated Together Billionaire tech moguls Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg are set to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration next week, further underscoring the efforts of these tech giants to strengthen their ties with the incoming president. According to an unnamed official involved in the planning of the January 20 event, the three men will be seated alongside prominent guests, including Trump’s cabinet nominees. Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, and the majority owner of X, has become one of Trump’s closest allies, and his attendance…
