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Google has moved to reassure its 2.5 billion Gmail users after a wave of misleading reports suggested the platform was facing a widespread security breach. In a rare public clarification, the company said on Monday that no broad warning had been issued and that claims of a major Gmail security issue were “entirely false.” “Several inaccurate claims surfaced recently that incorrectly stated that we issued a broad warning to all Gmail users about a major Gmail security issue. This is entirely false,” Google said in its statement. The tech firm didn’t specify the exact source of the confusion but appeared…

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has crossed into China ahead of a major military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, state media reported on Tuesday. Kim is among 26 world leaders scheduled to attend Wednesday’s event in Beijing, where he will be joined by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin. It will be the first time the three leaders share the same stage at an international ceremony. According to North Korea’s official newspaper Rodong Sinmun, Kim’s armoured train crossed the border in the early hours of Tuesday. He is accompanied by…

The United Kingdom has announced £1 million in emergency aid for Afghanistan following a powerful earthquake that has killed more than 800 people and injured at least 2,800 others. The funding will be directed through the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to ensure that essential medical care and supplies reach the worst-affected communities. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the aid package was aimed at helping Afghans in urgent need while ensuring funds do not fall into the hands of the Taliban administration. “The UK remains committed to…

Belgium has announced it will recognise the State of Palestine at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and introduce a series of sanctions against Israel, citing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot confirmed on Tuesday that Belgium would formally back Palestinian statehood during the UNGA session in New York, scheduled from September 9 to 23. “Palestine will be recognised by Belgium at the UN session! And firm sanctions will be imposed against the Israeli government,” Prevot wrote on social media platform X. Sanctions against Israel The Belgian government said it would adopt 12 “firm sanctions”…

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has announced his retirement from T20 internationals, saying he wants to focus on extending his career in Tests and ODIs. The left-arm pacer, who played 65 T20Is and claimed 79 wickets, leaves as Australia’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format behind Adam Zampa. Starc said Test cricket had always been his “highest priority” and highlighted upcoming challenges such as the Ashes, an away series in India, and the 2027 ODI World Cup as key goals. “I have loved every minute of every T20 game I have played for Australia, particularly the 2021 World Cup,” Starc said,…

Afghanistan outplayed the United Arab Emirates by 38 runs in the third match of the UAE T20I Tri-Series at Sharjah on Monday night, powered by sharp spin bowling and steady top-order batting. Set a target of 189, the UAE managed 150 for 8 in their 20 overs. Rahul Chopra offered resistance with a fighting 52 off 35 balls, including three fours and three sixes, but lacked support at the other end. Muhammad Waseem contributed a brisk 67 from 37 balls at the top, though his dismissal alongside Asif Khan derailed the chase. Earlier, Afghanistan posted 188 for 4, built on…

Pakistan batter Asif Ali on Sunday announced his retirement from international cricket, calling it the greatest honor of his life to represent the country. “Wearing Pakistan’s jersey has been the biggest privilege of my life,” Asif said in a message on X. He expressed gratitude to fans, teammates and coaches for their support throughout his career. Asif added that while he is stepping away from international duty, he will continue to play club and league

Chief of Staff of the Bahrain Defence Force, Lieutenant General Theyab Saqr Abdullah Al Nuaimi, visited Air Headquarters in Islamabad where he met Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu, officials said Monday. During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest and expressed determination to explore new avenues of cooperation. The chiefs reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral military partnership through joint training and collaboration. Upon arrival, Lt. Gen. Al Nuaimi was presented with a guard of honor by a contingent of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF). Air Chief Sidhu welcomed the delegation,…

ISLAMABAD : Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday said that Pakistan and China enjoyed an enduring friendship which had a prominent and unique place in the world as both the countries were supporting each other. He observed that China had played a very significant role in Pakistan’s economic and social progress. The prime minister expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of Tianjin Binhai New Area led by Tianjin Standing Member of the Communist Party China and Tianjin Binhai New Area Party Secretary Lian Maojun that called on him in China, PM Office Media Wing said in…

Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states on Monday issued a statement on further advancing cooperation in science, technology, and innovation at the SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin. The leaders stressed that further scientific and technological collaboration within the SCO framework is crucial. They pledged to pursue mutually beneficial and equitable cooperation, promote shared development, and jointly explore new models and channels of partnership to boost innovation capacity and deepen collaboration in science and technology.