Friday, May 30th, 2025
Turbulence on a plane: what passengers need to know before flying
John Walton Following severe turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight this week, we take a look at what turbulence is and the risks to passengers. You’ve probably seen images and videos from the recent incident onboard Singapore Airlines flight 321, and if you’re worried about turbulence as a result that’s understandable. We turned to John Walton, Lonely Planet’s resident aviation journalist, with some questions about what turbulence is, how commonly it causes problems for flights, and how you can stay safe onboard. The pictures from Singapore Airlines flight 321 thatRead More
Paris conference to chart path for viable Palestinian statehood
PARIS, MAY 30 /DNA/ – Responding to the call of the Israeli, Palestinian, and global populations for lasting peace in the Middle East, the Paris Peace Forum is hosting a civil society mobilization event for the two-state solution, peace, and regional security in Paris on June 13, 2025. Entitled “Paris Call for the Two-State Solution, Peace and Regional Security,” the event will be held at the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) under the high patronage of Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic. This key meeting will takeRead More
Field Marshal Asim Munir praises Pakistan’s resolve in war on terror
RAWALPINDI, MAY 30 /DNA/ – Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) visited Command & Staff College Quetta today and addressed Student Officers and faculty of the Command and Staff College. Paying tribute to the Shuhada of Operation ‘Bunyanum Marsoos’ and expressing complete solidarity with their family members, the COAS stated that under the national leadership, the people of Pakistan became a wall of steel for the Defence of the motherland. Praising professionalism of the Armed Forces, the COAS reiterated that success of ‘Ma’arka-e-Haq’Read More
Pakistan crush Bangladesh in second T20I to clinch series
LAHORE: Pakistan stormed to a dominant 57-run win over Bangladesh in the second T20I at Gaddafi Stadium on Friday, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series thanks to explosive fifties from Sahibzada Farhan and Hasan Nawaz, backed by a disciplined bowling display. The dominant victory gave the home side an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, with the final match scheduled to be played at the same venue on Sunday. Chasing a daunting 202-run target, the touring side could muster 144 before being bowled out in 19 overs.Read More
Crypto Council to meet on June 2
Mahnoor Ansar ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) is set to hold a high-level meeting on June 2 to discuss the evolving regulatory and legal framework surrounding digital currency and the broader crypto landscape in the country. The meeting would be chaired by Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, according to press release issued by finance ministry. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Blockchain and Crypto, Bilal Bin Saqib would participate in his capacity as the PCC’s Chief Executive Officer. The press release also said, “Key itemsRead More
Pakistan Lives in My Heart: Austrian Olympian’s Tribute Before K2 Expedition
ANSAR BHATTI ISLAMABAD, MAY 30 /DNA/ – Four-time Austrian Olympian and judoka Sabrina Filzmoser expressed her admiration for Pakistan, saying she has always received immense love during her visits to the country. Speaking at a press briefing at the Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad, she emphasized the importance of showcasing Pakistan’s positive image to the world, in contrast to the negative narratives often spread internationally. “I intend to ride a bicycle from Islamabad to the K2 Base Camp via Skardu before attempting to summit K2,” she announced, accompanied by Pakistan JudoRead More