International

July 3, 2025 3:01 PM July 3, 2025 3:01 PM

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Ferry Sinks in rough seas off Bali; 4 dead, dozens missing as search continues

In Indonesia, at least four people have died and dozens are missing after a ferry sank off the coast of Bali late last night. The vessel, which was carrying 53 passengers and 12 crew members, was en route to Bali from the port of Banyuwangi on the eastern tip of Java island when it went down in roug...

July 3, 2025 2:23 PM July 3, 2025 2:23 PM

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Queen’s Park Oval: Symbol of India-Trinidad cricket bond, cultural connection

Cricket serves as a potent form of soft power between India and Trinidad and Tobago, with the Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain at its heart. The stadium that saw the rise of Sunil Gavaskar and laid the foundation stone for Brian Lara. The common respect and love for these players in Trinidad and T...

July 3, 2025 2:02 PM July 3, 2025 2:02 PM

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Govt reimposes ban on social media accounts of Pakistani celebrities

Government has again banned social media accounts of several Pakistani actors and cricketers in the country. Sources said the accounts were briefly accessible due to technical reasons. In May this year, the government had blocked several Pakistani YouTube channels and social media accounts for sprea...

July 3, 2025 1:07 PM July 3, 2025 1:07 PM

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Heatwaves, drought grip Europe, fueling calls for global action

In Europe, extreme heat and worsening drought are triggering wildfires and prompting urgent weather alerts across multiple countries. Scientists warn this crisis signals a new era of climate-driven drought, threatening food security, ecosystems, and economies. Germany recorded its hottest day of the...

July 3, 2025 11:38 AM July 3, 2025 11:38 AM

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Hamas says conducting consultations over Gaza ceasefire proposals

Hamas has said that it is conducting consultations on ceasefire proposals from international mediators aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip. In a statement, the Palestinian militant group called the talks serious and said it is acting with a high sense of responsibility. Mediators ...

July 3, 2025 9:00 AM July 3, 2025 9:00 AM

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US opens student visa applications; talks ongoing with India on trade deal

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Mignon Houston announced that student visa applications for the United States are now open and encouraged students to apply. She emphasised that all visa decisions are based on national security and that students must use their visas strictly for study purpose...