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Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89
DNA STAVANGER: King Harald V of Norway, who went into exile in the United States as a child during the Nazi occupation of his homeland and refused a string of European noblewomen in order to marry his school sweetheart, has died. He was 89. The palace announced his death Friday morning. Harald was Europe’s oldest monarch. The popular king modernized the royal house but refused to follow in the footsteps of other aging monarchs who have abdicated in recent times. His son now automatically becomes King Haakon VIII. Like otherRead More
Pakistan extends condolences to China over deadly floods
DNA Islamabad, August 28, 2026 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep sorrow on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan over the tragic flash floods and landslides that struck China’s border region, claiming lives and leaving many missing. In a statement shared on his official account, the Prime Minister conveyed solidarity with the Chinese people during this difficult time. “The loss of precious lives and those missing as a result of this tragedy evokes our profound grief and solidarity with the Chinese brethren,” he said. He notedRead More
The concept of return to western Azerbaijan: A call for peace, justice and mutual trust
Saifullah Ansar The idea of return to Western Azerbaijan is not merely a political aspiration; it is a profound call for peace, justice, and mutual trust among peoples who share a common history and geography. For centuries, Western Azerbaijan has been home to diverse communities, each contributing to its rich cultural mosaic. Yet, displacement, conflict, and mistrust have fractured this harmony, leaving scars that demand healing. Historically, it was the center of the Azerbaijan People’s Government. At its core, the concept of return is about restoring dignity to those whoRead More
A national tragedy exposes systemic negligence; apathy
A national tragedy exposes systemic negligence; apathy Ansar Mahmood Bhatti ISLAMABAD: A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded at Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad, where 14 newborn babies reportedly lost their lives in a devastating incident. Initial reports suggested the cause was an air-conditioning compressor blast, but subsequent accounts point toward a larger explosion, possibly triggered by a gas leak. The incident has shaken the nation, exposing the deep-rooted apathy and negligence within the healthcare system. Eyewitnesses and insiders revealed that emergency exit doors were recently opened, yet no staff wasRead More
Pims tragedy: Health Minister Kamal offers himself for accountability amid criticism
ISLAMABAD, AUG 26: Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday offered himself to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for accountability over the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) tragedy amid criticism. At least 14 infants died after a fire broke out in the gynaecology ward of the Pims hospital today. The tragedy sparked widespread criticism of the health minister and the authorities concerned, with citizens across the country expressing outrage and demanding accountability for the incident. Meanwhile, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) senior leader Senator Sherry Rehman also urged the health ministerRead More
Netanyahu says no diplomatic deal possible with Iran ‘savages’
TEL AVIV, AUG 26: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a diplomatic deal was not possible with the “savages” who rule Iran as he hailed US President Donald Trump’s new campaign of economic pressure. Recounting a recent meeting with Trump, Netanyahu said they had discussed the possibility of diplomacy with Tehran and added: “I doubt, however, that an agreement can be reached with that group there, with those savages. “I tell you – an agreement cannot be reached,” Netanyahu told an event late Tuesday at an Israeli settlement in theRead More