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SHC orders swift, impartial probe into Mir Raza case

KARACHI: The Sindh High Court (SHC) has directed authorities to ensure a transparent, impartial and swift investigation into the high-profile murder case of young businessman Mir Raza. The court issued the directions in its written order while disposing of a petition seeking the formation of a joint investigation team (JIT) to probe the…

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US: At least 1 killed in downtown Minneapolis shooting

At least one person was killed and six others injured in a shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment building.

  • At least one person killed in downtown Minneapolis shooting
  • Suspect died in the incident, three officers injured
  • Hennepin Healthcare Medical Center treated seven patients

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We Got Max Miller’s Old High School Yearbook

For the past few months, Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) has been embroiled in a growing list of scandals and allegations of harm. Miller’s ex-wife, the daughter of Sen.

  • Rep. Max Miller faces multiple scandals and abuse allegations.
  • Ex-wife Emily Moreno accuses him of being abusive in high school.
  • Miller denies the 20-year-old incident of pushing a classmate.

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Reform agenda takes shape as government pushes ahead with wider changes

THE reform agenda pursued by the Madani government is already taking effect in several areas, from public spending and parliamentary administration to the delivery of government services, although…

  • Madani government pursues reform agenda across sectors
  • JAN strengthens to audit public money usage
  • MMM Bill 2024 aims to strengthen media profession

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Govt. seeks NATO assistance

Sri Lanka has formally requested assistance from the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). According to a press release issued by the Defence Ministry, Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (retd)…

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Spain: Tens of thousands rally over Ceuta crisis

Tensions continue over migrants still stranded in Ceuta and the Sanchez government’s handling of the fallout.

  • Tens of thousands protest in Spain over Ceuta crisis.
  • Madrid rally reports 50,000 participants.
  • Government allocates €309M for Ceuta's aid.

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Japanese Students See Value in Cultural Understanding

Nearly 60% of Japanese high school students consider learning about different cultures "very important," the highest proportion among Japan, the United States, China and South Korea, according to a…

  • 60% of Japanese high school students value cultural learning.
  • Interest varies by subject, with music and art most popular.
  • Virtual reality ranks lowest among cultural learning preferences.

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Japan Prepares for Millions Aging Without Relatives

The number of elderly people in Japan with no relatives to rely on is projected to rise to 4.48 million by 2050, or roughly one in nine seniors, prompting the government to create a new system under…

  • Four and a half million elderly in Japan lack relatives by 2050
  • New system established for support without familial assistance
  • Legal reforms aim to enhance assistance for elderly without relatives

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To build NU anew

As state power and political patronage close in on Nahdlatul Ulama, the world’s largest Muslim organization faces a pivotal internal battle: preserve its independent moral voice, or become a rubber stamp for the ruling elite.

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