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3 US military personnel killed in suspected Islamic State attack in Syria

Three United States military personnel, two soldiers and a civilian interpreter, were killed on Saturday by a suspected Islamic State (IS) attacker who targeted a convoy of American and Syrian forces, the US military said. Three other US soldiers were wounded, the US military’s Central Command said. In a statement, Central Command said the attack by a lone gunman occurred “as the soldiers were conducting … Continue reading 3 US military personnel killed in suspected Islamic State attack in Syria

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Dawn - Home, When hockey took centre stage in the middle of the city

When hockey took centre stage in the middle of the city

THE crisp December air was festive at the KHA Hockey Complex as blue skies played canvas to clouds clouds imitating no less than an artist’s work. The view above contrasted smoothly with the expanse of the deep blue of the astroturf of the venue, located in the midst of the sprawling Gulshan-e-Iqbal. As buses honked relentlessly at the ever-bustling Nipa after having swished dust off … Continue reading When hockey took centre stage in the middle of the city

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Dawn - Home, Hanzala, Mahoor star as curtain falls on National Games competitions

Hanzala, Mahoor star as curtain falls on National Games competitions

Pakistan’s international stalwarts led the charge as weightlifter Hanzala Dastagir Butt demolished the field to bag gold by a long shot, while badminton star Mahoor Shahzad won the women’s singles for the third time as the competitions drew to a close at the National Games on Friday. Wapda’s Hanzala made each lift look effortless as a delighted crowd mostly comprised of team-mates and enthusiasts of … Continue reading Hanzala, Mahoor star as curtain falls on National Games competitions

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Dawn - Home, Timeline of Faiz Hameed’s arrest and trial

Timeline of Faiz Hameed’s arrest and trial

Former chief of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Faiz Hameed on Thursday was sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment by a military court, the military’s media wing said in a statement. The court handed down the sentence following a Field General Court Martial (FGCM) in which Hameed was found guilty on multiple charges, including engaging in political activities, violating anti-espionage laws, and abusing his authority, … Continue reading Timeline of Faiz Hameed’s arrest and trial

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Dawn - Home, Govt may ban ‘uncooperative’ social media platforms: state minister

Govt may ban ‘uncooperative’ social media platforms: state minister

The government may consider banning social media platforms if they do not cooperate with authorities, Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik said on Thursday. The social media platform X, which around 4.5 million people in Pakistan use, was blocked in February 2024, around 10 days after the general elections. Speaking on the Dawn News program “Doosra Rukh” in response to a … Continue reading Govt may ban ‘uncooperative’ social media platforms: state minister

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Dawn - Home, PTI-led KP headed toward governor’s rule, warns Bilawal

PTI-led KP headed toward governor’s rule, warns Bilawal

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Thursday that although there had been no discussion with the PML-N about imposing governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the PTI-led government in the province was heading in a direction that could create conditions for such an option. The federal government is seriously considering imposing governor’s rule in KP, citing “security and governance issues” in the province as the reason … Continue reading PTI-led KP headed toward governor’s rule, warns Bilawal

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Dawn - Home, Record-setting Hamza Asif, treble winner Faiqa Riaz steal National Games spotlight

Record-setting Hamza Asif, treble winner Faiqa Riaz steal National Games spotlight

At the 35th National Games, the story of sport has so often been of sheer will against long odds. But on Wednesday, the narrative splintered into two distinct, dazzling truths: one written in the chronometric perfection of chlorinated water, the other etched in the sun-baked sand of the long jump pit. In the pool, a digital clock froze at a number never before seen in … Continue reading Record-setting Hamza Asif, treble winner Faiqa Riaz steal National Games spotlight

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Dawn - Home, highlighting interoperability and fleet modernisation, US approves $686 million F-16 technology sale to Pakistan

US approves $686 million F-16 technology sale to Pakistan, highlighting interoperability and fleet modernisation

The United States has approved the sale of advanced technology and support for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, valued at $686 million, according to a letter the US Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) sent to Congress on December 8. The package includes Link–16 systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics updates, training, and comprehensive logistical support. The DSCA letter makes clear the rationale for the sale, stating that it … Continue reading US approves $686 million F-16 technology sale to Pakistan, highlighting interoperability and fleet modernisation

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Dawn - Home, Record-breaking Faryal Farooq sets alight National Games

Record-breaking Faryal Farooq sets alight National Games

The sun burned with a fierce, summer-like intensity on the winter morning but it couldn’t temper the spirit of the competitors gunning for glory at the National Games on Tuesday. The open field at the athletics venue hummed with simultaneous action — discus flying in one sector, hurdlers pacing in another. On the track, athletes bobbed and stretched, their shadows short under the midday blaze. … Continue reading Record-breaking Faryal Farooq sets alight National Games

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Dawn - Home, Emissions from transport, industry top urban polluters in Pakistan: report

Emissions from transport, industry top urban polluters in Pakistan: report

A new national assessment by the Pakistan Air Quality Initiative (PAQI) has found that local emission sources are the primary contributors to the hazardous air quality levels in Pakistan’s major cities. This emerged on Tuesday. The PAQI is an independent research and advocacy organisation committed to addressing air pollution in Pakistan. The report, Unveiling Pakistan’s Air Pollution: A National Landscape Report on Health Risks, Sources … Continue reading Emissions from transport, industry top urban polluters in Pakistan: report

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