KARACHI – A viral video clip showing top Pakistani actress Saba Qamar reacting with a shocked “Astaghfirullah” (God forbid) to the idea of moving to Karachi has ignited a fierce debate on social media, drawing a sharp response from veteran actress Javeria Saud. Responding to the controversy (in a reply to actress Iffat Omar), Javeria Saud strongly defended the city. “Karachi isn’t dirty, people’s thinking is dirty, who say such things,” she stated. “These are the same people who are calling their own country dirty. Whether it’s Karachi or any other city in Pakistan, every corner of our land is…
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MUMBAI – Rumors of a surprise wedding between Bollywood actress Mahima Chaudhry and veteran actor Sanjay Mishra recently sent social media into a frenzy, leaving fans both stunned and confused. The speculation was ignited by a viral video showing Chaudhry dressed as a bride in a traditional red saree, while Mishra appeared alongside her in a formal kurta and waistcoat. The rumors were further fueled when Mahima was seen telling photographers, “You couldn’t come to the wedding, but at least have some sweets,” prompting congratulations from the paparazzi. However, the truth behind the perplexing video soon came to light.…
GAZA/JERUSALEM – The human tragedy in Gaza continues to unfold despite a ceasefire, as the Palestinian resistance group Hamas has handed over the bodies of two more hostages to Israeli authorities under the supervision of the Red Cross. According to Al Jazeera, the remains will be transported to Israel’s national forensic institute for identification. Following this latest transfer, 11 more bodies are still awaiting handover from Hamas. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office confirmed receipt of the remains and reiterated its stance that the process “will not stop until the last hostage returns.” Israel has accused Hamas of deliberately delaying the…
LONDON – In a decisive move addressing the sexual abuse scandal that has rocked the British monarchy, King Charles has stripped his younger brother, Andrew, of his “Prince” title. Furthermore, all of his remaining royal privileges are set to be formally confiscated today. According to foreign media, these privileges include all official titles, honors, and his state residence, formalizing his complete removal from public life. Andrew, who had already stepped down as the Duke of York earlier this month due to the allegations, will now be known simply as “Andrew Mountbatten” after losing the title of Prince. The move…
GAZA/NEW YORK – The United Nations has issued a stark warning that the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire despite the ceasefire, appealing for more cooperation from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to address the widespread devastation. According to Arab media, Ramez Alakbarov, the UN Deputy Coordinator for Aid Distribution in the occupied Palestinian territories, confirmed that 24,000 metric tons of aid have entered Gaza since the truce began. However, he emphasized that this aid is insufficient given the scale of the crisis. “The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is still severe because basic infrastructure and homes have been reduced to rubble, and…
WASHINGTON – The United States Senate has delivered a symbolic rejection of the “Trump tariffs” that the administration has imposed on various countries around the world. In a move aimed at curbing presidential power, the Senate passed a resolution to terminate the emergency powers President Trump used to enact the tariffs. The vote highlighted a rare split within the president’s own party. All Democrats were joined by four Republican senators, who broke ranks to vote against the measure. The final vote was 51 to 47. While the resolution is non-binding and does not automatically repeal the tariffs, it serves as…
RIYADH – The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced a significant change to its Umrah visa policy, implementing a stricter timeline for pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom. Under the new regulations, pilgrims must now enter Saudi Arabia within 30 days of the visa being issued. The ministry confirmed that if entry does not occur within this one-month window, the visa will be automatically canceled. This policy marks a major reduction from the previous entry window, which allowed pilgrims to enter within three months of their visa’s issuance. However, the ministry clarified one key point: the duration of stay…
SYDNEY – A tragic incident of negligence has been reported in Australia, where an 80-year-old cruise passenger died after being left behind alone on a remote island. According to foreign media reports, the victim, an 80-year-old Australian woman named Suzanne, was on a 60-day cruise. She was mistakenly abandoned on Lizard Island, part of the Great Barrier Reef. The devastating event unfolded on October 24, when the woman was hiking on the island, located 250 km (155 miles) north of Cairns. She had joined a group hike to the island’s highest point, “Cook’s Look,” but decided to rest along the…
RIYADH – The Saudi Ministry of Finance has announced the official budget performance results for the third quarter (Q3) of the fiscal year 2025, revealing that expenditures surpassed government income during the period. According to the ministry’s report, total revenues recorded for the quarter stood at 269.9 billion riyals. In contrast, total state expenditures reached 358.9 billion riyals. This gap between spending and income resulted in a budget deficit of 88.5 billion riyals for the third quarter. The Ministry of Finance also detailed that oil revenues remain a critical component of the economy, contributing 150.8 billion riyals to the total…
DUBAI – A simple gesture of humility by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Vice President of the UAE, is winning hearts across social media. A video capturing his respectful conduct has gone viral on multiple platforms. In the clip, Sheikh Mohammed is seen walking through a shopping mall accompanied by his security detail. An elderly woman then walks directly into their path. As the guards move to stop the woman, the ruler quickly intervenes. He is seen signaling to his guards to stand down and then patiently stops, respectfully giving way to the elderly…
