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KARACHI: After the invigorating success of a crippling pandemic, fate now offers our generation its next best creation: the spectre of war. And in a time where war is not just waged on borders but on the black mirrors that run our lives, reading political fiction becomes less pastime, more an act of resistance.  Books that expose media power, herd mentality, and the quiet suffocation of dissent feel urgently alive amid India’s current war-mongering, where image eclipses reality and emotion trumps truth. These four novels remind us that control often begins not with remotely manoeuvred war machinery, but with what…

Duchess Sophie sheds light on her ‘frustration’ after joining royal familyDuchess Sophie once opened up about her ‘frustration’ during the early days of being a working royal. The Duchess of Edinburgh, who is now widely known as King Charles’s ‘secret weapon,’ once recalled the challenges she faced after marrying Prince Edward. Sophie, who was in the PR field before joining royals, revealed that it “took me a while to find my feet.”Speaking to the Mirror earlier, the mother-of-two said, “The frustration was I had to reduce my expectations of what I could actually do.”She added, “I couldn’t turn up at…

WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque has officially recognised Logan Paul as more than a celebrity attraction, calling him a full-time WWE performer following his strong showing at Backlash 2025. Levesque shared his thoughts during the post-show press conference on May 10. “I don’t put Logan in that group,” he said when asked about celebrity involvement, distancing Paul from names like Bad Bunny and Travis Scott. “I don’t see Logan as this outside celebrity that came in to do what we do anymore. He’s really good at this.” Levesque praised Paul’s all-around abilities, noting his skill on the…

WORLDWIDE: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he will sign an executive order to reduce the price of prescription drugs, aligning them with the lowest rates paid by other wealthy nations. Trump, in a post on Truth Social, announced that the order would be signed Monday morning and would enforce a “most favoured nation” pricing model. Under the policy, the United States would pay no more for prescription drugs than the lowest-paying country worldwide. “We will pay the same price as the nation that pays the lowest price anywhere in the world,” Trump wrote, calling the initiative a step…

Listen to article SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have announced that Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The popular 3D fighting game will feature full cross-platform play and rollback netcode support, bringing modern online functionality to the classic franchise. The announcement was made during the Virtua Fighter Direct 2025 Spring livestream, where legacy series producer Seiji Aoki confirmed the long-requested console versions. Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. originally launched for PC via Steam on January 28 with 4K visuals, enhanced textures, and modernised online capabilities. Aoki acknowledged fan feedback from platforms…

Selena Gomez may be worth over a billion, but her mother Mandy Teefey had to take out a loan on her home to pay staff at their mental health startup, Wondermind. As CEO, Teefey stepped in when the company hit a financial wall earlier this year. Forbes reported on May 11, 2025 that Wondermind missed payroll in March. Around 15 full-time staff were affected, along with freelancers and vendors still awaiting payment. One missed paycheque has been settled, but contractors are allegedly owed hundreds of thousands. Emails show that staff were also told their health benefits would end. “We apologise…

American Idol season 23 is set to deliver one of its most anticipated theme nights, and the show has tapped none other than Lin-Manuel Miranda to mentor the Top 7 contestants during its annual Disney Night celebration. The announcement was made via the show’s official Instagram account on May 5, sparking a wave of excitement among fans. Miranda, known globally for creating and starring in the Broadway hit Hamilton, as well as composing music for Disney films like Moana and the upcoming Mufasa: The Lion King, is widely regarded as a powerhouse in musical storytelling. His role as guest mentor…

During the recent engagements against India, Pakistan has not captured any pilot of the neighbouring nation, confirmed Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry.Since Pakistan’s retaliatory attack on India, there have been a number of videos and rumours circulating on social media that an Indian woman pilot named Shivangi Singh was taken into custody in Pakistan after her plane was hit. Addressing the media on Sunday, the armed forces spokesperson was asked if Pakistan has taken an Indian pilot in custody and if the pilot will be returned.“I can confirm you very clearly that we…

This still taken from a video released on November 13, 2023, shows participants during a horse race in Lahore. — YouTube@PakistanHorseRacing/FileLAHORE: Favourite Verde One delivered an impressive performance to clinch the prestigious Super Asset Cup at the Lahore Race Club on Sunday, confirming the predictions of racing enthusiasts and bookmakers alike.In front of an enthusiastic crowd, Verde One maintained its reputation as a top contender, crossing the finish line in commanding fashion. Feel My Love, a strong contender for place, secured the second position as expected, while Ceaser surprised spectators by claiming third place on the podium. The day’s action…

HYDERABAD: A 25-year-old woman, Saba, succumbed to her injuries sustained from her husband’s firing in Sarfaraz Colony. Her mother, Shakeela, remains in critical condition. Market police have registered a case and arrested the main accused’s brother, while raids are ongoing to apprehend the primary suspect, Shabbir Chhachhi Araeen. On Saturday, Shabbir allegedly broke into his in-laws’ house and shot his wife Saba and mother-in-law Shakeela with a silencer-fitted pistol before fleeing with an accomplice. Saba sustained six bullet wounds, including one to the head and three to the chest, while Shakeela received two shots to the abdomen and chest. Saba’s…