LAHORE MIRROR (REUTERS/ AFP) — A large plume of smoke was visible near Riyadh’s main airport on Saturday after booms were heard and Saudi Arabia sent alerts overnight warning of potential danger around the capital, amid an escalation in attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels. This is the first time since Yemen’s long-standing civil war resumed that it has threatened the Saudi capital, further shaking a global economy already under pressure by nearly seven months of war between the United States and Iran. Reuters video and photographs showed a huge pillar of black smoke rising in the area, with the airport…
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LAHORE MIRROR — Senior stage actor Asif Iqbal died after suffering a heart attack, his family said on Saturday. His son said the actor was rushed to hospital after suffering a sudden heart attack, but doctors could not save him. Asif Iqbal had remained associated with theatre for a long time and performed in numerous stage dramas. He was particularly known for his distinctive style of comedy and had earned recognition among audiences through his performances. His death has cast a pall of gloom over the entertainment fraternity, with fellow artists and fans expressing grief and offering condolences to the…
LAHORE MIRROR (AFP) — Denmark on Saturday hailed a “binding” deal announced by United States President Donald Trump to give Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s security and bar Russian and Chinese bases from the Arctic territory. Since returning to the White House in January 2025, Trump has repeatedly insisted that Washington needed to control Greenland for strategic reasons, alarming Nato ally Denmark and sparking fierce pushback from the alliance. Denmark and Greenland — an autonomous territory controlled by Copenhagen — both hailed the deal and said they would sign it on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New…
The launch of Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in the UAE has drawn large crowds, with eager customers queuing for hours to be among the first to get their hands on the latest models. While many buyers purchased a device for personal use, some went much further. One customer reportedly bought 76 iPhones in a single purchase, spending more than Dh550,000, with plans to resell the devices. The launch also attracted international visitors, with some tourists travelling to Dubai specifically to purchase the new iPhone models. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are…
LAHORE MIRROR (REUTERS) — Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in new Portugal manager Jorge Jesus’ first 25-man squad for the defending champions’ upcoming four Nations League matches. In August, Ronaldo fuelled speculation about his retirement plans after saying the coming year would probably be the last of his playing career. The 41-year-old Portugal captain is one of the most decorated players in football history, having won major trophies with Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and current club Al-Nassr since making his senior debut for Sporting in 2002. Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, was unable to add a World Cup…
LAHORE MIRROR (REUTERS) — President Donald Trump said on Friday he was banning three major news outlets – CNN, MS NOW and Politico – from the White House, in his latest move to crack down on the independent press. He wrote that he was banning the outlets for allegedly “reporting FAKE NEWS” in a move that is likely to be challenged as conflicting with the US Constitution’s First Amendment guarantees of free speech and a free press. “Media Outlets shouldn’t be able to constantly write or report FICTION and LIES when they’re covering the President of the United States, the…
LAHORE MIRROR — The government on Friday reduced the price of petrol by Rs1.65 per litre and that of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs0.88 per litre. Following the revision, petrol will retail at Rs389.14 per litre while HSD will cost Rs424.04 per litre. The government continues to levy Rs114 per litre in taxes and duties on petrol and Rs100 per litre on diesel. According to the Petroleum Division’s notification, the new prices will be applicable from Sept 19 (Saturday) to Sept 21 (Monday). According to Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the increase is primarily linked to higher petrol and…
LAHORE MIRROR — Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Friday warned that no one could march towards the federal capital in violation of the Islamabad High Court’s (IHC) detailed judgment, saying contempt of court proceedings would be initiated against violators. Addressing a press conference, Naqvi said it was inappropriate to prepare for sit-ins while the country was mourning those killed in a terrorist attack. He said law-enforcement agencies had been instructed to prevent any attempt to violate the court’s order. “If you want to protest, do so in your own area or city,” he said, distinguishing between political rallies and what…
LAHORE MIRROR — Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has defended Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif against social media criticism over changes in her appearance following the birth of her son. Kaif, who has largely stayed away from films since becoming a mother, was recently seen attending an event with her husband, actor Vicky Kaushal. Wearing a green outfit, the actress drew attention online, with users commenting on her weight and sharing photographs from her earlier years. Responding to the criticism on social media, Zafar urged men to reflect on their own attitudes towards women and appearance. View this post on Instagram…
LAHORE MIRROR (AFP) — Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic said on Thursday that AI systems are increasingly capable of building future versions of themselves, adding to mounting concerns about the dangers of the powerful technology. The debate over the risks of AI has intensified in recent months, fuelled by several incidents and apocalyptic warnings from industry professionals. Anthropic said its Claude chatbot now leads more than a quarter of its research and development work, and collaborates with human staff on more than 90 per cent of tasks. The company said it was publishing the information to give the public, third parties…
