How London police are battling rampant phone theft

What seems like a petty street crime has far-reaching tentacles, with phones stolen in London often exported, reactivated and resold overseas within days.

AFP Published 28 Apr, 2026 07:21pm

‘Back to what he used to be’: Babar Azam’s unlearning journey

Opening the batting, Babar has piled up 485 runs, averaging 80.83 at a strike rate of 141.39, helping Zalmi win eight of their 10 league-stage matches.

Mir Shabbar Ali Published 28 Apr, 2026 10:59am

In pictures: Automakers showcase AI, robots and flying-car ambitions at Beijing Auto Show 2026

More than 1,400 vehicles from hundreds of Chinese and foreign companies are on display.

News DeskAFPReuters Published 26 Apr, 2026 07:06pm

'No place for political violence': World leaders react to White House correspondents' dinner shooting

“Any attack on democratic institutions or on the freedom of the press must be condemned in the strongest possible terms,” says British PM.

News DeskAFP Updated 26 Apr, 2026 05:08pm

In pictures: High security in Islamabad’s Red Zone during Iranian delegation’s visit

Police personnel stand guard on main thoroughfares, while roads to Red Zone barricaded as part of security measures.

News Desk Published 25 Apr, 2026 03:53pm

Game review — To the Moon makes me believe in love and simple game design

It’s a credit to this game that it still largely holds up 15 years after release.

Nazish Talati Published 24 Apr, 2026 10:00am

Trump, his ‘low IQ’ slur, and the right’s race obsession

Trump this week attacked SC Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and top House Democrat Hakeem Jeffries, two of America’s most prominent Black figures.

AFP Published 23 Apr, 2026 02:12pm

From patriotic slogans to drones — Iran murals project defiance in war with US

Murals and banners have long been a defining feature of Iran’s urban landscape, with paintings in Tehran mirroring the state’s political messaging and foreign policy.

AFP Published 22 Apr, 2026 05:21pm

In pictures: Islamabad on high security even as uncertainty looms over 2nd round of US-Iran talks

Security in the federal capital is on high alert, with the Red Zone sealed and public transport in the twin cities suspended.

News Desk Updated 20 Apr, 2026 06:30pm

Afghans comb riverbed in search of gold dust

“There are not many job opportunities in the country, and in this way, we have created work for ourselves,” says Shahzahdah Gollalah.

AFP Updated 16 Apr, 2026 10:33am

‘Blindsided’: US farmers strained as fertiliser costs surge on Iran war

North Carolina farmer estimates nitrogen fertiliser he uses rose by at least 40pc in price since war; Marshville farmer Austin says he's “starting to question some" of Trump's reasoning.

AFP Published 14 Apr, 2026 04:12pm

Why is Trump picking a fight with the pope?

Trump has not always been critical of the pontiff, who is the first American pope.

News DeskAFPReuters Published 13 Apr, 2026 09:42pm

In pictures: Islamabad on high security even as uncertainty looms over 2nd round of US-Iran talks

Security in the federal capital is on high alert, with the Red Zone sealed and public transport in the twin cities suspended.

News Desk Updated 20 Apr, 2026 06:30pm

Afghans comb riverbed in search of gold dust

“There are not many job opportunities in the country, and in this way, we have created work for ourselves,” says Shahzahdah Gollalah.

AFP Updated 16 Apr, 2026 10:33am

‘Blindsided’: US farmers strained as fertiliser costs surge on Iran war

North Carolina farmer estimates nitrogen fertiliser he uses rose by at least 40pc in price since war; Marshville farmer Austin says he's “starting to question some" of Trump's reasoning.

AFP Published 14 Apr, 2026 04:12pm

Why is Trump picking a fight with the pope?

Trump has not always been critical of the pontiff, who is the first American pope.

News DeskAFPReuters Published 13 Apr, 2026 09:42pm

In pictures: VP Vance gets cordial send-off as Islamabad Talks conclude

Dawn takes a look at scenes from the day of Vance's departure and the conclusion of the US-Iran talks.

News Desk Published 12 Apr, 2026 04:46pm

FINDING A FUEL WE CAN AFFORD

The numbers tell us that a cheaper, cleaner future is within reach, if the state chooses to act before the next hit.

Ammar H Khan Updated 16 Apr, 2026 01:13pm

From allies to adversaries: US-Iran relations since 1979

The United States and Iran have been sworn enemies since the 1979 Islamic revolution and the hostage crisis at the US embassy in Tehran.

AFP Published 11 Apr, 2026 03:06pm

Dar urges US, Iran to uphold commitment to ceasefire as talks conclude without deal

US, Iran delegations depart Islamabad; both sides reached understanding on several points, but “views far apart” on two to three issues.

News Desk Updated 13 Apr, 2026 02:31am

In pictures: Sikh pilgrims arrive in Pakistan from India to celebrate Baisakhi festival

Pakistan has issued visas to 2,800 Sikh pilgrims from India for the festival, which begins on Friday and will continue till April 19.

News Desk Published 10 Apr, 2026 06:36pm

In pictures: Heavy security in Islamabad ahead of US-Iran talks

The Islamabad Traffic Police and the National Highways and Motorways Police are deployed on roads to ensure smooth traffic flow.

AFPReuters Published 10 Apr, 2026 03:57pm

Game Review — I regret that I can’t experience MGS Delta: Snake Eater for the first time again

This is a must-have for any fan of the spy and stealth-action genres.

Mikail Ahmed Shaikh Published 10 Apr, 2026 10:30am

‘Nothing short of horrific’: World reacts to Israeli ‘carnage’ in Lebanon

Israel launched on Wednesday its heaviest and most coordinated air assault on Lebanon since its conflict with Hezbollah began on March 2, killing more than 250 people.

AFP Published 09 Apr, 2026 09:30pm