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LAHORE/KARACHI : The ongoing war in the Middle East has intensified the regional aviation crisis, with more than 20,000 flights cancelled across eight countries over the past five days. According to flight schedules, flights from Pakistan to Middle Eastern destinations remained disrupted for the sixth consecutive day on Thursday, with a total of 145 flights cancelled. Aviation sources said that 35 flights from Karachi to Middle Eastern destinations were cancelled, while 29 flights from Lahore and 12 from Multan were also affected. Similarly, 35 flights from Islamabad, 14 from Peshawar, 12 from Sialkot, and six from Faisalabad were cancelled due…

China announced plans on Thursday to build a “childbirth-friendly society” over the next five years, alongside measures to refine its social security system and support families amid declining birth rates and an ageing population. The government report highlighted efforts to improve employment, education, healthcare, and income for families. Authorities aim to foster “positive attitudes towards marriage and childbearing” while expanding housing support for families with children. Medical costs for women during pregnancy, including in vitro fertilisation (IVF), will be fully reimbursable under China’s national medical insurance system starting in 2026, ensuring no out-of-pocket expenses. Childcare subsidies will continue, with demonstrations…

Iran has warned that its military will target Israel’s Dimona nuclear facility if Israel and the United States attempt regime change in the Islamic Republic, according to a semi-official report from ISNA on Wednesday. A senior Iranian military official, cited by ISNA, said Tehran would respond decisively to any foreign intervention or conspiracy aimed at toppling the government. The official specifically named the Dimona nuclear reactor in Israel as a potential target, emphasizing that Iran has the capability to strike key sites if war is imposed. Protecting sovereignty The statement highlighted that Iran is prepared to go to any extent…

Spain has rejected claims by the White House that it agreed to cooperate with the US military in the ongoing war with Iran. Spanish officials reiterated their firm opposition to military involvement, even after President Donald Trump threatened economic repercussions. On Wednesday, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt suggested that Spain had shifted its stance and agreed to support US military operations. “Over the past several hours, they’ve agreed to cooperate with the US military,” Leavitt told reporters, referencing Spain’s previously neutral position. Spain’s Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares dismissed the claim categorically, stating on the Hora25 radio program, “Not a single comma…

An independent United Nations probe has condemned recent strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran, along with Tehran’s retaliatory attacks, calling them violations of the UN Charter. The statement expressed deep shock over an airstrike that hit a girls’ school in Minab, claiming the lives of young students. The UN Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Iran said the attacks violated international law by threatening Iran’s territorial integrity and political independence. The probe specifically cited the strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ school, where most victims were aged 7 to 12, calling it a “shocking” violation of human rights. A separate…

The United States Senate has failed to advance a resolution aimed at limiting the war powers of Donald Trump amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. The measure, designed to require congressional approval for military action, was defeated in a procedural vote. The resolution failed in a 47–52 procedural vote, marking another setback for lawmakers attempting to curb the president’s authority to conduct military operations abroad. The proposal sought to reassert Congress’s constitutional power to declare war and limit the president’s ability to continue hostilities against Iran without legislative approval. The vote largely split along party lines, with most Republicans supporting the president’s position. Debate over constitutional authority…

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor has confirmed that “Welcome 4” is officially in the works. The actor shared the update during a TV show appearance, revealing that he will reunite with Akshay Kumar in the upcoming installment of the beloved comedy franchise. The announcement came during a Holi special episode of the TV show Wheel of Fortune, which featured several well-known celebrities from the entertainment industry. Akshay Kumar appeared on the show alongside his former co-star Anil Kapoor, recreating the nostalgic charm of the original Welcome film. The episode also included performances and appearances by actors Radhika Madan and Saurabh Shukla. Reunion of the original stars While interacting with the audience, Anil Kapoor confirmed that…

Actress Rashmika Mandanna turned heads in a stunning red saree as she arrived at her wedding reception with actor Vijay Deverakonda. The couple, who recently tied the knot, made a grand entrance at the star-studded celebration, leaving fans delighted with their traditional look. The newly married couple made a striking arrival at their wedding reception, drawing admiration from fans and guests alike. Rashmika Mandanna looked radiant in an elegant red saree, while Vijay Deverakonda complemented her in traditional attire, creating a memorable moment at the celebration. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instagram ” data-instgrm-version=”14″ style=”background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0…

Google has expanded access to Canvas within its AI-powered search experience, making the feature available to all users in the United States in English. The rollout brings advanced project planning and creative tools from Gemini directly into Google Search through its AI Mode. The new Canvas in AI Mode was initially introduced as part of Google Labs experiments last year. With the latest update, Google is making the feature widely available to all U.S. users who access AI Mode in Google Search. According to a company blog post, the tool is designed to help users organize ideas, plan projects and conduct deeper research directly within the search experience. Draft documents…

A week after unveiling its latest flagship lineup at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung has clarified that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra does not include a previously claimed display upgrade. The company confirmed that the device uses an 8-bit panel instead of the 10-bit screen that had been mentioned in pre-launch briefings. Ahead of the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung reportedly told several media outlets that its next-generation flagship would feature a 10-bit display panel, which typically offers improved color depth and smoother gradients. However, the company later confirmed to Android Authority and SamMobile that every device in the Samsung Galaxy S26 series actually uses an 8-bit panel. This…