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Iran cannot have it both ways

Those observing the past few days in the Middle East will have witnessed alarming Houthi gains in Yemen and the shelving of Iran-Gulf talks planned for Oman. It is likely that those same observers will also perceive a clear contradiction in Tehran’s approach; Iran cannot credibly seek better relations with its Gulf neighbours while…

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ECP reschedules two cases against PkMAP till next month

ISLAMABAD: The electoral body has rescheduled till next month two cases against Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP), which is headed by Leader of the Opposition in National Assembly Mahmood Khan Achakzai, involving the non-conduct of intra-party elections and the party’s constitution.

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CE to deliver five-year plan and PA on Wednesday

Chief Executive John Lee has announced that Hong Kong’s first five-year plan and the annual Policy Address will both be delivered on Wednesday.

  • Hong Kong's first five-year plan to be presented on Wednesday
  • Annual Policy Address to retain green cover, symbolizing continuity
  • Lee to participate in media appearances after delivering documents

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9 terrorists killed in Balochistan operations

QUETTA: Security forces and the Balochistan Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) killed nine terrorists, including a key commander of a banned outfit, in two separate operations in Mastung, Pishin and Qila Abdullah districts, officials said on Monday.

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Syerrleena: “The speak first, apologise later culture needs to stop”

BUKIT Bendera MP Syerrleena Abdul Rashid has argued that an apology from Datuk Noorazli Said should not draw a line under the controversy surrounding his remarks at the UMNO General Assembly, saying…

  • Syerrleena Abdul Rashid demands political accountability beyond apologies.
  • Noorazli Said's remarks included sexually suggestive joke and misuse of Christian scripture.
  • Syerrleena condemns "speak first, apologise later" culture in Malaysian politics.

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WEDNESDAY, Sept.16, 2026

1620-The Mayflower departs Plymouth, England, with 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew for the New World 1795-British capture Cape Town, South Africa, from the Dutch 1810-Priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla…

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