Category: INTERNATIONAL

Fairy Meadows Trekking Guide 2026: Map, Distance, Price and the Famous Night View

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Fairy Meadows trekking trail with Nanga Parbat peak visible under a starlit night view

Fairy Meadows remains one of Pakistan’s most sought-after trekking destinations this year, drawing thousands of domestic and international hikers to the base of Nanga Parbat. Travellers are increasingly searching for a reliable Fairy Meadows trekking map, updated trekking distance figures, and a clear breakdown of Fairy Meadows trekking price before booking their trip. This guide lays out the full Fairy Meadows trekking itinerary, realistic Fairy Meadows trekking cost estimates, and what makes the Fairy Meadows night view so widely photographed by visitors. Background Fairy Meadows sits in the Diamer district…

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Pakistan Crude Oil Imports From US Cross New Milestone as Energy Diversification Push Gathers Pace

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Oil tanker unloading Pakistan crude oil imports from US at Cnergyico terminal in Balochistan

Pakistan crude oil imports from US suppliers have picked up sharply in 2026, with the country’s largest refiner Cnergyico buying about 8.1 million barrels of American crude over nine months. The push comes as Islamabad tries to cut its reliance on Gulf routes through the Strait of Hormuz and narrow its trade gap with Washington. Officials say the trend could deepen further if a proposed EXIM Bank financing facility is extended to Pakistani buyers. Background For decades, Pakistan crude oil imports from US refiners were essentially non-existent. Saudi Arabia and…

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Cash Economy in Pakistan Deepens as Poverty Crisis Worsens Nationwide

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Stacks of Pakistani rupee currency notes symbolising the growing cash economy and poverty crisis in Pakistan

Pakistan’s cash economy has expanded to a record level even as poverty in Pakistan has climbed to its highest point in more than a decade. New State Bank data shows currency in circulation crossing Rs11.94 trillion in fiscal year 2025-26, while government survey figures put the national poverty rate at nearly 29 percent. Together, these two trends paint a troubling picture of an economy that remains heavily undocumented and increasingly unequal, despite years of digital banking investment and reform promises. Background For more than a decade, Pakistan’s policymakers have promoted…

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Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding Deadline Expires as Strait of Hormuz Deadlock Deepens

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Iran and US flags beside the Strait of Hormuz representing the Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding deadline

The 60-day deadline set under the Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding officially expired on Monday, with Washington and Tehran still deadlocked over control of the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamabad Memorandum, signed in June 2026 to end the Iran war, has failed to produce the permanent peace deal both sides once promised. Iran’s foreign ministry now insists no such deadline ever existed in the MOU text, deepening confusion over what was actually agreed. Background The Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding, formally known as the Islamabad Memorandum, was signed in mid-June 2026 to…

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Trump Envoy Jared Kushner Arrives in Israel for Gaza Peace Talks

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A Palestinian woman in Khan Younis, in southern Gaza, August 16, 2026. Local medics said several people living in a tent camp in Khan Younis were injured in Israeli strike.

JERUSALEM: US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Jared Kushner has arrived in Israel and is expected to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, as diplomatic efforts to advance a US-backed Gaza peace plan continue. Kushner’s visit comes shortly after he held rare discussions with representatives of Hamas to discuss the implementation of the proposed Gaza peace framework. The talks reflect renewed US efforts to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas and move negotiations toward the next stage. The diplomatic push follows an announcement by Trump’s Board of Peace…

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Zimbabwe Boat Accident: Death Toll Rises to 68 After 22 More Bodies Recovered

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Zimbabwe boat accident on Lake Kariba leaves 68 dead

HARARE: The death toll from a boat accident on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe has risen to 68 after authorities recovered 22 more bodies, police said on Saturday. The boat capsized on August 11 while travelling on Lake Kariba, one of Africa’s largest artificial lakes. Initial investigations indicated that the vessel may have been overloaded when it overturned during strong winds. The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the updated death toll in a statement shared on social media. Rescue and recovery teams have continued searching the lake for victims following the deadly…

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Ex-Cambridge Professor Found Dead Days After Plagiarism Scandal Forces Resignation

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Former Cambridge University professor pictured before resignation amid plagiarism scandal

A former Cambridge University professor has been found dead just one week after resigning from his post following weeks of plagiarism allegations. The news of the ex-Cambridge professor dead has sent shockwaves through Britain’s academic community and reignited debate over how universities handle misconduct claims. Police have said the death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious. Background The professor at the centre of this tragedy had built a fast-rising academic career, becoming one of the youngest Black professors ever appointed at Cambridge University. His appointment was widely celebrated…

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7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Indonesia: Powerful Quake Rocks Flores Island, Triggers Tsunami Warning

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Collapsed building and rubble after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake Indonesia disaster on Flores Island

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake Indonesia disaster struck off the coast of Flores Island early Saturday morning, killing several people and injuring others. The quake triggered a tsunami warning across four provinces before it was later lifted. Authorities continue to assess the scale of destruction as aftershocks keep rattling the region. Background Indonesia sits directly on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a horseshoe-shaped belt around the Pacific Ocean known for intense seismic and volcanic activity. The archipelago nation regularly experiences powerful tremors because of its location where several tectonic plates…

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US Immigration Consultants in Pakistan: A Complete Guide for Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi

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US immigration consultant assisting a client with USA visa application documents in Pakistan

Every year, thousands of Pakistanis apply for US visas, whether for study, work, family reunification, or permanent residency. Because the process involves detailed paperwork, interviews, and strict eligibility rules, many applicants turn to professional US immigration consultants in Pakistan for guidance. This guide explains what these consultants do, how to choose a reliable one, and what to expect from the process in major cities like Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. Why People in Pakistan Use US Immigration Consultants The US immigration system includes many visa categories, from tourist and student visas…

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Kuwait Oil Future Hangs in the Balance as Hormuz Crisis and Iran Tensions Persist

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Kuwait oil future tied to Strait of Hormuz crisis amid Iran tensions and Gulf shipping disruptions

Kuwait’s oil future remains tied almost entirely to the fate of the Strait of Hormuz, as the Gulf nation continues to grapple with the fallout of the prolonged Iran war. Kuwait News Iran developments, disrupted Kuwait flight schedules, a steady Kuwaiti Dinar, and Saudi Arabia’s continued support through open land borders have all become central threads in the story of Kuwait’s ongoing economic and security resilience. Background Kuwait has long depended on oil exports for more than ninety percent of government revenue, making the tiny Gulf state one of the…

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