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Germany’s Munich airport reopened on Friday after shutting overnight due to drone sightings that forced the cancellation or diversion of dozens of flights on the eve of a national holiday and heightened concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in Europe. As operations resumed early on Friday morning, a Reuters witness saw passengers checking in for a flight to Varna in Bulgaria, and the departure board showed only a few flights had been cancelled. A flight from Bangkok was the first of the day to land at around 5:25am (0325 GMT), according to the airport’s website. The airport said several…

Pakistan has formally requested international assistance to accurately determine the devastation caused by recent floods, which claimed over 1,000 lives and left widespread destruction across the country. Officials say the move aims to ensure a reliable assessment of both human and economic losses. Pakistan reaches out to global partners The Economic Affairs Division has written to the World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB), European Union, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), seeking technical assistance from international experts. According to officials, the purpose of this collaboration is to calculate precise estimates of the losses, including the damage to life, infrastructure,…

A fresh controversy has erupted in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup after Pakistani commentator and former captain Sana Mir introduced national batter Natalia Pervaiz as a player from Azad Jammu and Kashmir during commentary. The remark, made during Pakistan’s match against Bangladesh in Colombo, triggered outrage across Indian media outlets, with many anchors demanding disciplinary action. Azad Kashmir mention triggers Indian backlash While performing commentary duties on behalf of the ICC, Sana Mir introduced Pakistan’s Natalia Pervaiz by highlighting her roots from Azad Kashmir. The clip quickly went viral in India, where most mainstream channels and anchors turned it…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Thursday that football could not solve conflicts, but it must carry a message of peace and unity as Israel’s military operation in Gaza and other global tensions fuel calls for the sport to take a stand. “At FIFA, we are committed to using the power of football to bring people together in a divided world,” Infantino told a FIFA Council meeting in Zurich. Infantino said world football’s governing body could not solve geopolitical crises, but “it can and must promote football around the world by harnessing its unifying, educational, cultural and humanitarian values.” FIFA…

Bangladesh Women defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in the ICC Women’s World Cup match held at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday. Chasing a target of 130 runs set by Pakistan, Bangladesh reached the target in the 32nd over for the loss of three wickets. Rubya Haider was the top scorer with 54 runs. For Pakistan, Fatima Sana, Diana Baig and Rameen Shamim took one wicket each. Earlier, Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first. Pakistan were bowled out for 129 runs in 38.3 overs. After the match, Pakistan captain Fatima Sana said that the early…

Zimbabwe secured their place in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup after defeating Kenya by seven wickets in the second semi-final of the Africa Region Final at Harare Sports Club on Thursday. Kenya, winning the toss, elected to bat first and posted 122 runs for six wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Rakep Patel was the top scorer with 65 runs from 47 balls. Zimbabwe’s bowling attack was led by Blessing Muzarabani, who took two wickets for 19 runs. Chasing 123 for victory, Zimbabwe reached their target in 15 overs with three wickets down. Brian Bennett top-scored with 51…

The Sino-Italian Dialogue on Urban Civilization 2025 convened in Rome on Sunday, bringing together government officials, scholars, think tank experts, and urban management professionals from both countries. Held under the theme “Cultural Continuity and the Construction of Urban Civilization,” the forum explored how cultural heritage can inspire and shape future urban development. “This dialogue between China and Italy represents not only a cross-temporal exchange of civilizations, but also an intellectual journey toward a shared future,” said Hu Kaihong, deputy director of the General Office of the Central Commission for Guiding Cultural and Ethical Progress. A key outcome of the event…

The story of Shenzhen, a city that transformed from a fishing village to a global innovation hub, aired Thursday on a flagship TV channel of the China Media Group (CMG). As the first episode of the second season of the documentary series “Records of City Charms,” the Shenzhen chapter explores how the city continues to achieve the seemingly impossible. Innovation and ‘Shenzhen speed’ The episode highlights Shenzhen’s unique blend of technological innovation and rapid execution. A key feature is the world’s first robot 6S store, which integrates sales, service, leasing and customization to bring robotics into everyday life at the…

China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has achieved broad development and sustained stability, debunking Western misinformation stemming from geopolitical rivalry, an Egyptian expert has said. After a recent visit to Urumqi, capital of Xinjiang, to attend a symposium on counter-terrorism, Mostafa Amin, a researcher on Arab and international affairs, observed that Xinjiang enjoys a high level of security, stability, and economic prosperity. Describing his trip to Xinjiang as “very special,” Amin said: “Development and progress are evident in the roads, architecture, excellent infrastructure, and the sense of order.” He highlighted the impact of the Chinese government’s investment across all facets of…

China’s 2025 box office has already eclipsed last year’s total, marking a major milestone for the market as the National Day holiday gets underway. As of 5 p.m. on Thursday, the total box office for the 2025 National Day holiday, including presales, has exceeded 600 million yuan (around $84 million). According to data from ticketing platform Maoyan, as of early Thursday afternoon, the year-to-date grosses, including presales, reached 42.5 billion yuan (about $5.98 billion), surpassing the full-year haul of 2024. Local films continue to dominate the market, accounting for nearly 90 percent of ticket sales, with all ten of the…