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Situationer: ‘28th’ legislative package by any other name
• Insiders from PPP & PML-N do not rule out possibility of major constitutional changes in the days to come• Curriculum, population welfare, mines & minerals may return to Centre WHEN asked recently whether a possible 28th Amendment was in the offing, PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari feigned ignorance, saying that his party had not been conveyed any such proposal from the ruling PML-N. Shortly thereafter, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar tried to reassure his government’s allies, saying that if s...
In Tehran, Naqvi keeps diplomatic channel open
• Meets Iranian president, speaker of parliament as Trump says ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran• Pezeshkian calls on Muslim states to close ranks to counter ‘aggression by hegemonic powers’• Ghalibaf says US presence in the region only creates ‘insecurity’• Iranian media reports suggest latest US proposal contains no ‘concrete concessions’• PM Shehbaz speaks to Qatari counterpart; Dar calls Egyptian FM ISLAMABAD/TEHRAN: Pakistan continued pushing for a diplomatic solution to the war in the Middle Eas...
IMF wants govt to boost transparency of anti-graft body
• Says changes to NAB law for transparency in chief’s appointment should be tabled by 2027• Govt commits to enhancing capacities of provincial anti-corruption bodies ISLAMABAD: Under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) enhanced focus on fighting corruption head-on, Pakistan has been required to increase the autonomy and transparency of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and report regularly on the outcomes to the Fund. “To enhance the independence and transparency of the National Acco...
Jim Chalmers' refuses to back down from changes to tax system despite voter backlash for breaking election promise
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended his budget tax changes, as the Albanese government doubles down on the controversial reforms.
Proposal to raise voting age to 25 finds few takers
• Rana Sanaullah hints move ‘under discussion’ for 28th Amendment• Potential change seen as ‘exclusion of 23.7pc electorate or 30m youth’• Legal expert warns of possible breach of international suffrage commitments• PTI calls it ‘frantic and undemocratic’ political manoeuvre ISLAMABAD/KARACHI: Opposition and civil society voices have roundly criticised a proposal, floated an aide to the PM, to raise the minimum voting age from 18 to 25, calling it an undemocratic and panicked attempt to disenfr...
UAE slams drone strike near its nuclear plant
ABU DHABI: A drone strike on Sunday triggered a fire near a nuclear power station in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, authorities said, reporting no injuries or impact on radiation levels. However, the UAE condemned the unprovoked attack, calling it “a dangerous escalation” and claiming that the country reserved the right to respond. The UAE’s ministry of defence said the drone that targeted the facility was one of three that “entered the country from the western border direction”. It added that two...
Philippines: Why a little-known law matters now
A 17-year-old statute once viewed as largely symbolic has moved to the centre of a national debate over whether Philippine authorities may arrest and surrender former officials to face crimes-against-humanity charges before the International Criminal Court (ICC).The law is Republic Act No. 9851, enacted on December 11, 2009, which defines and penalizes genocide, war crimes and other crimes against humanity under Philippine law and sets rules on jurisdiction and cooperation with other courts.As...
How ISWAP and Boko Haram are reshaping the Lake Chad Basin
Communities in the Lake Chad Basin face rising violence amid economic hardship and weak governance.
Trump-Xi summit: Taiwan absent from White House China visit summary amid Iran, trade focus
US President Trump's China visit yielded trade and investment pacts, including Boeing aircraft and agricultural deals. Both nations agreed on Iran's nuclear non-proliferation and Strait of Hormuz access. Notably, Taiwan, a key discussion point, was omitted from the White House fact sheet, despite Trump hinting at reconsidering arms sales.
Tagore’s legacy bridges India-Sweden ties: PM Modi, Kristersson exchange unique gifts
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson on Sunday exhchanged special commemorative gifts to celebrate the legacy of Rabindranath Tagore.
Trump's approval ratings on the economy continue to fall in latest CBS News poll
President Trump's approval rating is now at the lowest level of his second term and only 27% of Americans approve of how he is handling inflation, according to a new CBS News poll. Olivia Rinaldi reports.
ROGER MOSEY: Dear Matt Brittin, read the riot act on impartiality and make sure your BBC listens to people from Wrexham to Whitehaven
ROGER MOSEY: Dear Matt Brittin, read the riot act on impartiality and make sure your BBC listens to people from Wrexham to WhitehavenBy ROGER MOSEY FOR THE DAILY MAIL Published: 02:30, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 02:30, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump reads Bible as thousands pack National Mall for America 250 prayer rally
Top Trump administration officials, Republican lawmakers and prominent Christian leaders gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a massive prayer rally celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.The event — "Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving" — drew thousands for worship music, speeches and prayers focused on reaffirming the United States as "One Nation Under God."President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Defense...
Trump’s Truth Social spree features aliens, space warfare and Iran strike memes
As tensions with Iran continued to escalate and stalled nuclear negotiations showed little sign of progress, US President Donald Trump launched a posting spree on Truth Social, flooding the platform with AI-generated images featuring aliens, missile strikes and outer space warfare.
Newly elected trans Indian migrant MSP backs push for Scottish taxpayers to fund reparations for Palestine
A trans Indian migrant - newly elected to Holyrood - has backed calls for Scottish taxpayers to fund reparations to Palestine.Q Manivannan was elected as a Green Party MSP to represent Edinburgh and Lothians East last week.The self-described "queer Tamil immigrant" made headlines after it emerged they were in the country on a student visa, and had been fundraising for a graduate visa.The migrant, along with fellow trans Green MSP Iris Duane, endorsed a "manifesto" by Art Workers for Palestine Sc...
Early intervention and tougher action against parents to tackle youth crime
Early intervention and tougher action against parents to tackle youth crime9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBecky MortonPolitical reporterGetty ImagesEarlier intervention and tougher action against parents are among measures being announced by the government to tackle crime by young people in England and Wales.Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said support for families and addressing the drivers of offending would mean "fewer young people become trapped in cycles of crime".However...
MICHAEL GOVE: Whoever leads Labour will try to take us back into the EU. But thinking that's the solution to our problems is like believing Dunkin' Donuts will help you lose weight
MICHAEL GOVE: Whoever leads Labour will try to take us back into the EU. But thinking that's the solution to our problems is like believing Dunkin' Donuts will help you lose weightBy MICHAEL GOVE Published: 00:59, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 02:01, 18 May 2026 e-mail 21 View comments
Trump allies and Christian leaders kick off America’s 250th birthday with religious rally on National Mall
Thousands gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a day of prayer, worship music and patriotic speeches for an event celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary that supporters hail as a public affirmation of faith in America but critics view as an exclusionary display that blurs the line between religion and politics.
VD Satheesan, With 20-Member Cabinet, To Take Oath In Kerala Today
VD Satheesan has no administrative background. But the Chief Minister designate has already made a beginning, announcing several sweeping changes that spell an end to the financial extravagance and VIP culture in the state.
Cuba gets 300 military drones for possible attacks on Florida and Guantanamo Bay amid turmoil with US
Cuba gets 300 military drones for possible attacks on Florida and Guantanamo Bay amid turmoil with USSign up for our US Editor's Picks newsletter to get all the best exclusive stories By JOE HUTCHISON, US SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 01:41, 18 May 2026 | Updated: 01:46, 18 May 2026 e-mail View comments