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Physicians may be exempted from new H-1B visa fees, according to a report on Monday, days after the White House announced a new $100,000 fee for such visas that include “case-by-case exemptions if in the national interest.” Doctors may be among those exempted, a Bloomberg news reporter said in a post on X, citing White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers. On Sept 20, the Trump administration said it would ask companies to pay $100,000 per year for H-1B worker visas, potentially dealing a big blow to the technology sector that relies heavily on skilled workers from India and China. Since taking office…

Dozens of world leaders gathered at the United Nations on Monday to embrace a Palestinian state, a landmark diplomatic shift nearly two years into the Gaza war that faces fierce resistance from Israel and its close ally the United States. President Emmanuel Macron announced that France would recognize Palestine statehood at a meeting he convened with Saudi Arabia – a milestone that could boost Palestinian morale but appeared unlikely to change much on the ground. The most far-right government in Israel’s history has declared there will be no Palestinian state as it pushes on with its fight against Hamas in…

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar underscored Pakistan’s commitment to peace, environmental resilience, youth empowerment and digital cooperation during the Commonwealth Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (CFAMM), held at the United Nations Headquarters on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly session. In his remarks, Dar reiterated Pakistan’s strong support for the Commonwealth and its role as a unique forum connecting 56 diverse nations. He urged the body to act more proactively in addressing multiple crises facing the world today through dialogue and cooperation. Acknowledging the Commonwealth’s climate-related initiatives, the Foreign Minister stressed the importance of building environmental resilience across member states. He…

KARACHI: Pakistan clinched the inaugural Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship 2025 title on Monday, defeating Sri Lanka in the final to seal an unbeaten run that marked a historic moment for the sport of handball in the country. In the championship decider, Pakistan overpowered Sri Lanka 2–0 with set scores of 26–18 and 28–12, showcasing both attacking flair and defensive resilience. The triumph in Kulhudhuffushi City completed a flawless campaign for the green shirts, who won every match from the group stage to the final. Pakistan began their journey in emphatic style, outclassing archrivals India 2–0 in their opening match. They…

Microsoft is once again raising the price of Xbox consoles in the United States, with the changes set to take effect on October 3, 2025. The update impacts all models of the Xbox Series X and Series S lineup, marking another price adjustment in response to economic pressures. The company announced that prices will rise due to “changes in the macroeconomic environment,” widely understood to be linked to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. While the increase is not uniform across all models, every console in the Xbox lineup will be affected. The updated pricing will be: Xbox Series S…

The iPhone 17 series is receiving glowing reviews and strong sales, but early buyers are flagging a possible durability concern. Reports suggest certain color options, particularly the Deep Blue iPhone 17 Pro/Pro Max and the Space Black iPhone Air, may be unusually prone to scratching. According to Bloomberg, several iPhone 17 owners have noticed visible marks within days of use. Many scratches appear on the glass panel beneath the camera block, with some photos also showing wear on the camera housing. A viral post on X by @amisecured highlighted the issue, sparking debate among buyers who had just received their…

Olivia Lauren –  crowned 1st runner-up at Miss International Queen 2025 – has finally broken her silence after facing heavy criticism and online bullying following her win. The Cuban contestant, who proudly represented her country, has been the target of harsh remarks, with some detractors cruelly mocking her appearance and saying she “looks like a man.” In a video posted on Missilogy’s official Facebook page, Lauren described her struggles, saying: “I have been pushed. I have been thrown rocks at and well, it’s a bit of a shock to see what’s happened. This is very; it is what it is.”…

ISLAMABAD : Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi extended heartfelt congratulations to the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the Kingdom’s National Day, highlighting the ever-deepening strategic, cultural, and spiritual ties between the two brotherly nations. In his message, Minister Naqvi congratulated King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the royal family, and the people of Saudi Arabia, calling the day a moment of pride and celebration for the entire Muslim world. He stated that the recent Saudi-Pakistan defence cooperation agreement has added a new dimension to their historic relationship, further strengthening ties across defence,…

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan is celebrating the Saudi National Day on Tuesday (today), with greater zeal after both countries signed a landmark defence agreement this month, official said, reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening their brotherly ties and expanding cooperation across every sphere. The Saudi National Day is celebrated each year on September 23 to commemorate the proclamation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932 by King Abdulaziz. This year, it comes days after Pakistan and the Kingdom signed a ‘Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement.’ To mark the Saudi National Day, Islamabad has been decorated with Saudi flags and pictures of…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to attend the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and hold a much-anticipated multilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump, along with leaders of key Muslim countries today (Tuesday). The premier — accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and other ministers and senior government officials — reached New York a day earlier and is leading Pakistan’s delegation to the high-level segment of the UNGA, scheduled for today. Apart from addressing the UNGA, PM Shehbaz will be part of a meeting between President Trump and leaders of key…