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Italy have made history by qualifying for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, marking their first-ever appearance at a cricket World Cup. Despite a defeat to the Netherlands at The Hague. The Netherlands also booked their place in next year’s showpiece event in India and Sri Lanka after chasing down Italy’s total of 134 with eight wickets in hand and 22 balls to spare. The victory also meant that Jersey, despite a dramatic one-wicket win over Scotland earlier in the day, failed to advance. Italy and Jersey both ended the tournament with five points, but Italy progressed owing to…

Samsung has unveiled three new models at its Unpacked 2025 event — the premium Galaxy Z Fold 7, the stylish Galaxy Z Flip 7, and the much-anticipated Z Flip 7 FE, the company’s first affordable foldable under its Fan Edition banner. With this launch, Samsung is not only raising the bar for flagship innovation but also opening the door for more users to experience foldables without breaking the bank. Z Fold 7:  Powerhouse that folds innovation into every inch Samsung’s Z Fold 7 is the flag-bearer of next-gen productivity. With bigger screens, slimmer design, and a massive 200MP main camera,…

As anticipation builds for Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 series, a new leak has surfaced detailing the expected colour options for two models—while the company’s broader 2026 product strategy hints at major releases, including a budget iPhone and refreshed iPads and Macs. According to a leak posted by the reputable source, images of camera lens protector rings, which are usually colour-matched to the device casing, have offered the first glimpse into what the colour options for the iPhone 17 and the iPhone 17 Air will look like. iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air colours revealed If the leaked components are accurate,…

OpenAI has once again delayed the release of its highly anticipated open AI model, citing the need for further safety testing. The move comes just weeks after the company had already pushed back the release schedule, originally set for earlier this summer. The delay was confirmed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday, where he said the model would not be released next week as previously expected. “We need time to run additional safety tests and review high-risk areas. We are not yet sure how long it will take us,” Altman stated. “While…

At least 90 people have lost their lives and 158 others have been injured across Pakistan since June 26 as a result of intense monsoon rains and flash floods, officials confirmed on Saturday. The ongoing spell, which experts say is being intensified by rapid environmental changes and unchecked urbanisation, is expected to continue well into August. According to Irfan Virk, Deputy Director at the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the unusually heavy rainfall is being driven by a combination of rising temperatures, urban heat islands, and changes in local weather dynamics. “When your urban areas expand, the amount of concrete increases while…

Police personnel thwarted a terrorist attack on the Gambila Police Station in Lakki Marwat on Saturday night, forcing the assailants to flee after a swift and preemptive response based on thermal surveillance. According to police sources, security personnel monitoring thermal cameras detected suspicious movement near the police station and promptly opened fire, preventing the attackers from taking up positions. No casualties were reported among the security personnel. The Inspector General of Police Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Zulfiqar Hameed, along with RPO Bannu, commended the Lakki Marwat police for their vigilance, courage, and swift action that averted a potentially deadly assault. A spokesperson…

Iran’s armed forces are in a “perfect state of readiness” and fully capable of defending the country against any future threats, senior military commanders said  during a ceremony held in memory of a former Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) commander. Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, Chief Commander of the Iranian Army, made the remarks while speaking at a commemoration service in honour of Mohammad-Saeid Izadi, a senior officer of the IRGC’s Quds Force who was killed in an Israeli strike on Iranian territory last month. “Martyr Izadi devoted his entire life to the cause of jihad in the way of God.…

US President Donald Trump on Friday defended the federal government’s response to the catastrophic flash floods in Texas that claimed at least 120 lives, including dozens of children, during a visit to the stricken Hill Country region. Accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and Texas Governor Greg Abbott, the president toured Kerr County — the epicentre of last week’s disaster — and participated in a roundtable briefing with emergency responders and officials. Praising both Governor Abbott and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Trump described the government response as “an incredible job under the circumstances.” He made the comments as search…

A preliminary investigation into the deadly Air India crash last month has revealed cockpit confusion over the position of critical engine fuel cutoff switches, moments before the aircraft lost power and plunged to the ground, killing 260 people. The report, released early Saturday morning by India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), sheds light on the final moments of Flight AI-117, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route to London from Ahmedabad, which crashed shortly after takeoff on June 12. It is now the world’s deadliest aviation disaster in more than a decade. According to the 30-day preliminary findings, the aircraft’s fuel…

Pakistan has taken a significant step towards establishing a crypto currency framework, with global recognition from the independent New York-based media platform, Cointelegraph Magazine, which praised the country’s initiatives in crypto and blockchain development. Amid the growing importance of digital assets, Pakistan has introduced a new national system for crypto currency. Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) Chief Executive Officer Bilal Bin Saqib said the country plans to establish its own Bitcoin reserves to ensure financial stability. Cointelegraph Magazine reported that Pakistan aims to formally include crypto assets as part of its national reserves and generate income through decentralised finance (DeFi). Bilal Bin Saqib…