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'PKR 21,000 per supporter': Jaish’s digital wallet scheme to rebuild 313 terror hubs across Pakistan

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'PKR 21,000 per supporter': Jaish’s digital wallet scheme to rebuild 313 terror hubs across Pakistan

India’s Operation Sindoor had targeted several major Jaish-linked facilities in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Yet within months, the group appears to be openly rebuilding under Islamabad’s nose.

PAF air ambulance converted into luxury jet for PM Shehbaz Sharif, sparks controversy

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PAF air ambulance converted into luxury jet for PM Shehbaz Sharif, sparks controversy

Reports claim Pakistan’s A-1102 Airbus, once used for humanitarian missions, was transformed into a lavish jet to appease Sharif after extending Air Chief Marshal Sidhu’s tenure.

How a JeM terrorist single-handedly exposed Pakistan's terror secrets, Asim Munir's role

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How a JeM terrorist single-handedly exposed Pakistan's terror secrets, Asim Munir's role

JeM terrorist Masood Ilyas Kashmiri delivered a fiery speech at a recent event, openly declaring that his outfit "embraced terrorism" in its fight against India.

‘Trump is not emperor of the world’: Brazil’s Lula says he has 'no relationship’ with US President

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‘Trump is not emperor of the world’: Brazil’s Lula says he has 'no relationship’ with US President

Brazil’s President Lula said he has “no relationship” with Donald Trump, calling U.S. tariffs on Brazil “eminently political” and warning Americans will “pay for his mistakes.”

'Two total losers': Trump targets Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers after Kimmel show pulled off air

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'Two total losers': Trump targets Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers after Kimmel show pulled off air

US President Donald Trump hails the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! over controversial remarks on Charlie Kirk and criticizes late-night hosts Seth Meyers and Jimmy Fallon for mocking his policies and actions.

12-foot golden Trump statue holding Bitcoin installed outside US capitol | Watch

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12-foot golden Trump statue holding Bitcoin installed outside US capitol | Watch

A crypto-backed 12-foot golden statue of President Trump holding a Bitcoin sparks debate on digital currency and monetary policy outside the US Capitol.

'Like a four-year-old mourning a goldfish': How Jimmy Kimmel mocked Trump on his now off-air show | Watch

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'Like a four-year-old mourning a goldfish': How Jimmy Kimmel mocked Trump on his now off-air show | Watch

Jimmy Kimmel's show was pulled off air after he sharply criticized Trump’s response to Charlie Kirk’s killing, mocking him for failing to unite the nation.

Jimmy Kimmel Live taken off air after remarks about Charlie Kirk: What did he say?

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Jimmy Kimmel Live taken off air after remarks about Charlie Kirk: What did he say?

Pointing to a video of Trump’s mourning of Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel said, “This is how a 4-year-old mourns a goldfish”.

‘US politicians accept bribes from Israel openly’: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sparks controversy

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‘US politicians accept bribes from Israel openly’: Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif sparks controversy

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif accused the US of openly taking bribes from Israel while claiming Pakistan is unfairly defamed for corruption.

'I'll do it': FBI director Kash Patel agrees to probe Trump-Epstein birthday note

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'I'll do it': FBI director Kash Patel agrees to probe Trump-Epstein birthday note

The remarks come as pressure mounts in the US Congress for the release of the full set of Epstein case files.

‘Get off the iPad!’: ATC yells at Spirit pilots after close call with Trump’s Air Force One over Long Island

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‘Get off the iPad!’: ATC yells at Spirit pilots after close call with Trump’s Air Force One over Long Island

Air Force One and Spirit Flight 1300 came within miles of each other over New York skies, prompting urgent ATC warnings, though the FAA said required separation was maintained.

'He has zero talent': Trump welcomes ABC suspension of Jimmy Kimmel after Charlie Kirk comment backlash

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'He has zero talent': Trump welcomes ABC suspension of Jimmy Kimmel after Charlie Kirk comment backlash

ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live “indefinitely” after the host’s comments on Charlie Kirk’s killing, a move Trump celebrated as “great news for America.”

Trump designates Antifa ‘terror organisation’: Was it involved in Charlie Kirk’s murder? 

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Trump designates Antifa ‘terror organisation’: Was it involved in Charlie Kirk’s murder? 

Trump’s move to label Antifa a terrorist group follows Charlie Kirk’s killing, though investigators say suspect Tyler Robinson’s direct ties to the movement remain unclear.

 Pennsylvania shooting: Three police officers fatally shot, two injured; suspect kills self

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 Pennsylvania shooting: Three police officers fatally shot, two injured; suspect kills self

Three Pennsylvania police officers were killed and two injured in a domestic-related shooting, with the suspect believed to have died by suicide.

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ink defence pact: 'Aggression against either shall be considered aggression against both'

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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan ink defence pact: 'Aggression against either shall be considered aggression against both'

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual defense pact in Riyadh, pledging joint response to attacks while Riyadh reassures ties with India remain strong.

'Rivers and dams of Kashmir will belong to us': Lashkar commander threatens India, vows Op Sindoor revenge | WATCH

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'Rivers and dams of Kashmir will belong to us': Lashkar commander threatens India, vows Op Sindoor revenge | WATCH

Bahawalpur, known as the nerve centre of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) operations, was among the targets of India’s precision strikes under Operation Sindoor on May 7.

Russia's most unprecedented war tactic? How Moscow is 'brainwashing' Ukrainian children in 200+ facilities | Explained

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Russia's most unprecedented war tactic? How Moscow is 'brainwashing' Ukrainian children in 200+ facilities | Explained

Ukraine has officially identified more than 19,500 children as unlawfully deported or forcefully taken by Russia since its full-scale invasion, but officials believe the true number is much higher.

‘Act of terror’: FBI hunts man who crashed car into Pittsburgh office; what we know so far

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‘Act of terror’: FBI hunts man who crashed car into Pittsburgh office; what we know so far

After the crash, he exited the vehicle, pulled out an American flag and threw it over the fence before fleeing the scene. No injuries were reported.

'Next generation wouldn't believe in Islam': Extremists in Bangladesh threaten protests over music and dance in schools

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'Next generation wouldn't believe in Islam': Extremists in Bangladesh threaten protests over music and dance in schools

The controversy centers on the Muhammad Yunus administration’s National Education Policy, which seeks to appoint music and dance teachers in primary schools.

From Nepal protests to Charlie Kirk's assassination: How Discord became a hub for activism and controversy

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From Nepal protests to Charlie Kirk's assassination: How Discord became a hub for activism and controversy

The Covid-19 lockdowns turned Discord into a lifeline for millions, helping friends, students and online communities stay connected. Today it hosts more than 200 million monthly users across the world.

'I’m disappointed, but patient': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on China’s AI chip ban and US tech battle

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'I’m disappointed, but patient': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on China’s AI chip ban and US tech battle

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, in London, says he's disappointed with fresh China curbs on its AI chips and may discuss the issue with Trump at UK state banquet.

UK rolls out biggest-ever royal welcome: Trump treated to gun salute, carriage procession at Windsor Castle

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UK rolls out biggest-ever royal welcome: Trump treated to gun salute, carriage procession at Windsor Castle

Britain is going the extra mile to dazzle and flatter the unpredictable Trump with an extraordinary show of pomp and pageantry as it tries to keep him onside during a host of international crises.

India’s Russian oil purchase, military drills 'stand in the way of closer ties': EU top diplomat

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India’s Russian oil purchase, military drills 'stand in the way of closer ties': EU top diplomat

The European Union’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas said that India’s continued purchases of Russian oil and its participation in Russian military exercises “stand in the way of closer ties” with the bloc.

'Call made at 7:45 am, not 8 am': Israeli officials say Netanyahu informed Trump before Doha strike

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'Call made at 7:45 am, not 8 am': Israeli officials say Netanyahu informed Trump before Doha strike

Trump has maintained that he was not informed in advance of the strike. On Monday he told reporters, “No, no, they didn’t,” when asked if Netanyahu had directly warned him of the impending operation.

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