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Australia and England have announced their playing XI for the first Ashes Test against England, set to begin on Friday in Perth. The squad includes two debutants, Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett, while Marnus Labuschagne returns to the side. Australia will field two new faces in the Ashes opener. Jake Weatherald is set to open alongside Usman Khawaja, bringing his aggressive style from first-class cricket where he has scored over 5,300 runs at an average of 37.47. Brendan Doggett joins the bowling attack, replacing injured seamer Pat Cummins and fellow pacer Josh Hazlewood. Doggett has taken 190 wickets at 26.46…

On World Children’s Day 2025, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to protecting children’s rights and providing quality education. The national celebrations focus on ensuring welfare and participation of children under the global theme ‘My Day, My Rights’. PM Shehbaz Sharif highlighted Pakistan’s dedication to working with the global community to enhance children’s welfare, rights, and education. He noted that the future of nations depends on the development and education of children and stressed the importance of international cooperation. He also said the government is implementing a comprehensive strategy for the mental and physical…

US President Donald Trump claimed on Thursday that he prevented a nuclear confrontation between Pakistan and India by threatening a 350% tariff. He said leaders in Islamabad and New Delhi called to thank him for averting a potential disaster. Speaking at the Saudi investment conference, Trump recounted how Pakistan and India were on the brink of armed conflict involving nuclear weapons. He claimed he warned both nations that the US would impose a massive 350% tariff if hostilities proceeded. “I refused to have you guys shooting nuclear weapons at each other, killing millions of people, and having the nuclear dust…

Pakistan has fulfilled a major condition ahead of the IMF Executive Board meeting by releasing the Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment Report. The report identifies long-standing governance weaknesses and outlines reforms to strengthen anti-corruption institutions and economic performance. The report, prepared with technical assistance from the IMF and World Bank, emphasizes that corruption has plagued Pakistan for over 70 years, significantly hindering economic and social development. Weak governance, lack of transparency, and inconsistent accountability have slowed down the pace of economic growth and reduced public trust in institutions. Officials noted that groups linked to powerful or government institutions pose the…

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will work to end the war in Sudan following a direct request from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump vowed swift action to address the humanitarian crisis and support regional stability. Speaking at a Saudi investment conference, Trump said he began working on Sudan within 30 minutes of the crown prince’s request during a White House meeting on Tuesday. The US will coordinate with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and other regional partners to curb violence and restore stability in Sudan. The Sudan conflict, which erupted…

The UK has accused a Russian spy ship of directing lasers at Royal Air Force pilots monitoring the vessel near Scottish waters. Defence Secretary John Healey warned that Britain is ready to take military action if the ship alters its course. The Russian intelligence ship Yantar, known for undersea surveillance and mapping, has spent weeks near UK waters. British officials claim the ship aimed lasers at RAF pilots sent to monitor it, a move the Defence Secretary described as “deeply dangerous.” A Royal Navy frigate and RAF P-8 aircraft have been deployed to track the ship, which operates primarily for intelligence…

Pakistani actress Nadia Jamil has sparked conversation after drawing attention to the silent epidemic of child prostitution in the country. She questioned why public discourse often focuses on LGBTQ rights while the sexual exploitation of minors remains largely ignored. In a video that went viral on social media, Nadia Jamil addressed a group of young girls, highlighting the harsh realities of child abuse in Pakistan. She said the issue spans across homes, schools, and workplaces, yet few are willing to speak up. The actress cited a journalist’s investigation in Lahore and other cities, which revealed nine child prostitution dens through…

Microsoft is reshaping the way Windows 11 users interact with their desktops. At its Ignite 2025 event, the company unveiled a major upgrade that turns the taskbar into a new home for AI agents, transforming it from a simple app launcher into an intelligent command zone. Microsoft announced that AI agents, including Microsoft 365 Copilot and supported third-party tools, will be embedded directly into the taskbar as part of a new system-wide upgrade. These AI agents will appear as normal taskbar icons but will run tasks in the background and display real-time status updates. Hovering over these icons will show…

A major convenience may soon be coming to WhatsApp users, as the messaging platform begins testing native support for multiple accounts on a single phone. Early iOS beta testers have spotted a new “Switch Accounts” option, something users have waited years to see. The latest WhatsApp beta for iOS (version 25.19.20.74) has revealed support for quickly switching between different accounts directly within the app. Testers report that a new setting called “Switch Accounts” displays all linked profiles, allowing users to move between them without logging in and out. While the feature sounds basic, WhatsApp has never offered a smooth, built-in…

TikTok is rolling out a new control that lets users manage how much AI-generated content appears in their For You feed. The update comes as the platform tries to balance rising AI creativity with increasing user concerns over authenticity. TikTok announced that it will soon allow users to adjust the amount of AI-generated content appearing in their feeds. A new AI content control toggle will be added to the Manage Topics section, giving users a slider to determine how much AI they want to see. The Manage Topics menu currently includes categories such as Dance, Sports, Current Affairs, Fashion, Health…