Friday, June 12th, 2026
Ireland’s home game against Israel in Nations League to be played at neutral site
MEXICO CITY: Ireland’s home game against Israel in the Nations League will be played at a neutral site and behind closed doors, the Irish football federation confirmed Friday. The Football Association of Ireland, which faced calls by pro-Palestinian activists for a boycott, said the October 4 game originally scheduled for Aviva Stadium in the Irish capital posed “operational challenges.” At a recent home friendly against Qatar, Irish activists hurled tennis balls onto the pitch in protest. The balls had “Stop the Game” messages on them, referring to the Nations LeagueRead More
Trump says US, Iran could sign peace deal as soon as this weekend
WASHINGTON, JUN 12: President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States and Iran could sign a peace deal as soon as this weekend that would reopen shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement, if finalized, would be the most significant diplomatic breakthrough yet to end the three-month-old war, which has killed thousands of people and sent global energy prices sharply higher. For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app. “We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran,”Read More
US-Pakistan program boosts digital trade for 50 entrepreneurs
ISLAMABAD, JUN 12 /DNA/ – U.S. Mission Pakistan, in partnership with the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) and Tech Valley Pakistan, concluded a five-day business accelerator program designed to strengthen the digital trade capabilities of Pakistani entrepreneurs to better compete in international e-commerce markets. The program, titled “E-Commerce and Digital Trade: Building the U.S.-Pakistan Economic Partnership,” was held June 8–12 at the newly established headquarters of the U.S. Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) in Islamabad. Fifty entrepreneurs were selected for participation through a competitive, nationwide multi-stage process and who represented a diverse cross-sectionRead More
Gritfit Gym celebrates anniversary
ISLAMABAD, JUN 12 /DNA/ – The Gritfit Gold Gym, located in Sector G-11, celebrated its anniversary with enthusiasm as members and management gathered for a cake-cutting ceremony to mark another successful year of promoting health and fitness in the capital. The event, held at the gym premises, brought together fitness enthusiasts, trainers, and administrative staff. The celebration served as an opportunity to reflect on the gym’s journey, acknowledge the dedication of its members, and recognize the efforts of the management team in maintaining high standards of training and facilities. SpeakingRead More
Pak Army clinches 1st position at Int’l Pacesticking Competition 2026
RAWALPINDI, Jun 12: In a remarkable display of excellence, Pakistan Army team, represented by Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), has clinched 1st Position at the prestigious International Pacesticking Competition 2026 held at the Royal Military Academy (RMA) Sandhurst, United Kingdom. The PMA team made a clean sweep at the competition, securing all major honors, that is 1st Overall Team Trophy, Best Pace Sticker and Best Driver awards, said a news release issued by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The 9-member Pakistani contingent, led by Major Haider Gulzar (Adjutant, PMA), arrived inRead More
South Korea fight back to beat Czech Republic in World Cup opener
South Korea next face Mexico on June 18 and Czechs travel to Atlanta to meet South Africa MEXICO: South Korea rallied from a goal down to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 and make a winning start to their World Cup Group A campaign, much to the delight of their fans and the sizeable local Mexican support they enjoyed in a festive Guadalajara on Thursday. The Koreans joined Mexico on three points at the top of the pool after the co-hosts defeated nine-man South Africa 2-0 in the tournament opener inRead More