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Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong’s high-profile media tycoon and pro-democracy advocate, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Monday for national security violations. The sentence concludes nearly five years of legal proceedings that have drawn global attention. Lai, 78, was convicted of two counts of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and one count of publishing seditious materials. His sentence, the harshest under Hong Kong’s national security law to date, falls within the “grave nature” penalty band of 10 years to life imprisonment. The three national security judges emphasized that Lai was the “mastermind” behind persistent conspiracies involving Apple Daily…

Elon Musk has once again reshaped SpaceX’s long-term vision, announcing a shift in focus from Mars to building a “self-growing city” on the Moon, citing speed, efficiency, and the future of civilization. In a post on X on Sunday, Musk revealed that SpaceX is now prioritizing the development of a lunar city over its long-promised mission to Mars. Musk explained that travel to Mars is only possible when the planets align every 26 months, with a journey taking around six months. In contrast, missions to the Moon can launch every 10 days, with a travel time of just two days,…

A fresh leak surrounding Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro Max is shifting attention back to battery life, raising questions about whether Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra may be falling behind in real-world endurance. According to well-known tipster Digital Chat Station, the iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature a larger battery than its predecessor, the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The Chinese variant is expected to come with a 5,000 mAh battery, while international models could receive an even larger capacity. Early information suggests that iPhone 18 Pro Max models sold outside China could feature a battery between 5,100 and 5,200 mAh. The…

ISLAMABAD: The opposition’s call for a nationwide wheel-jam and shutter-down strike drew a largely muted response on Sunday, with routine life continuing in most parts of the country despite scattered protests in a few areas, The News reported. In Islamabad and Rawalpindi, normal life continued as markets, business centres and transport services remained fully operational, reflecting the failure of PTI’s wheel-jam and shutter-down call to gain traction. Traffic moved freely, while law enforcement agencies maintained heightened security around sensitive areas, including the Red Zone and Diplomatic Enclave. Police reported a peaceful situation throughout the day, with only a brief, small-scale protest attempt…

The Supreme Court of Pakistan will hear 13 cases involving the founder of PTI, including appeals against the criminal trial in the Toshakhana case today. The bench, headed by Chief Justice Yahya Afridi and Justice Shahid Bilal, will preside over the hearings. The scheduled cases include the Punjab government’s appeal against the bail of the PTI founder and Bushra Bibi, as well as an appeal against the Election Commission’s criminal complaint. In addition, hearings are set for former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s cases under the Official Secrets Act and NAB proceedings. These include the NAB appeal against the PTI founder’s…

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has arrived in Riyadh to participate in the World Defence Show, where he met with Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. Khawaja Asif described the event as a significant milestone for enhancing defence cooperation in the region. Invited officially by the Saudi government, Khawaja Asif was welcomed by Pakistani Ambassador Ahmed Farooq upon arrival. During the event, he congratulated the Saudi leadership and the host defence minister on the successful organisation of the exhibition. Highlighting Pakistan’s defence capabilities, Khawaja Asif said that the country’s defence equipment stood out at the show…

Sri Lanka secured a 20-run victory over Ireland in their opening match of the T20 World Cup. Played in Colombo, Sri Lanka posted a total of 163 runs for the loss of six wickets. In response, the Irish team was bowled out for 143 runs. Harry Tector (40) and Ross Adair (34) were the only Irish batsmen to make significant contributions, while the rest of the batting lineup struggled. Earlier, Sri Lanka’s innings was bolstered by a quick-fire 44 off 19 balls by Chamika Karunaratne, alongside Kusal Mendis, who scored 56 runs off 43 balls, helping stabilize the team’s total.…

Legendary Australian fast bowler Brett Lee has settled in Dubai, sharing the news and his reasons for the move on Instagram. In his post, Lee explained that what began as work-related trips evolved into bigger opportunities, making Dubai his new home. He described the city as offering “new opportunities, amazing people, abundant family time, and a lifestyle that is hard to beat,” adding that he loves every moment spent there. He further shared that his children are thriving, schools are excellent, and sports are everywhere. While Lee said he will always be proud of calling Australia home and is grateful…

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi welcomed Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Aminul Islam during a meeting at the PCB headquarters in Lahore. The meeting was also attended by PSL CEO Salman Naseer and Advisor to the Chairman Amir Mir. Aminul Islam thanked Pakistan for its continued support. Meanwhile, International Cricket Council (ICC) Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja has arrived in Pakistan, with discussions expected regarding the ongoing T20 World Cup controversy. At Lahore Airport, PCB Advisor Aamer Mir received Imran Khawaja, while BCB President Aminul Islam was welcomed by PSL CEO Salman Naseer. During his visit, Imran Khawaja is…

Adidas has developed a specialized outfit for the Winter Olympics designed to keep athletes warm from the inside. At first glance, the “Climawarm” system resembles a regular tracksuit, but it is equipped with multiple heating pads strategically placed to maintain warmth in key muscle groups. The suit is designed to help athletes sustain the correct body temperature even after completing warm-ups. Margret Aricola, Director of Athlete Performance at Adidas, explained that the company has been working on such systems for several years. During the 2012 London Olympics, Adidas introduced similar devices for track cyclists to help maintain optimal muscle temperature…