The Info Zone ISLAMABAD, Oct 12 – Tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border erupted into deadly violence late Saturday, leaving dozens dead in one of the most intense cross-border confrontations since the Taliban seized control of Kabul in 2021. Both sides traded heavy fire through the night, resulting in significant casualties and prompting Pakistan to seal all major border … Read more
WASHINGTON, Oct 10 – President Donald Trump announced a sweeping round of layoffs across several U.S. government agencies on Friday, blaming Democrats for the move as the government shutdown entered its tenth day. The decision, which affects thousands of federal employees, marks one of the most significant workforce reductions in recent years and has sparked … Read more
October 10 – President Donald Trump has once again been declared in “exceptional health” following a detailed medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, according to an official statement released by his physician, Dr. Sean Barbarella, on Friday evening. The visit, described as part of Trump’s ongoing health maintenance plan, included a thorough … Read more
JERUSALEM/CAIRO, Oct 9 – A wave of relief and celebration swept across both Israel and Gaza on Thursday after the long-awaited ceasefire and hostage release deal was officially confirmed under the first phase of U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace initiative to end the ongoing Gaza war. The landmark agreement, set to be signed at noon … Read more
October 8 – Journalist organizations that cover the U.S. Department of Defense have voiced deep concern over a new set of rules that could significantly limit their access to information and reduce transparency within one of the world’s most powerful institutions. The Pentagon’s latest press access policy, which may take effect as early as next … Read more
Antananarivo, October 6 – Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has appointed army General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo as the nation’s new prime minister, following the dissolution of the previous government in response to weeks of public protests over persistent power outages and water shortages. General Zafisambo takes over from Christian Ntsay, who was dismissed alongside his cabinet … Read more
WASHINGTON, Oct 6 – The U.S Supreme Court on Monday refused to halt major parts of a lower court order requiring Google, the parent company of Alphabet (GOOGL.O), to make substantial changes to its Google Play app store, marking a key development in the ongoing legal battle with “Fortnite” creator Epic Games. Google had requested the … Read more
WASHINGTON, Oct 5 – The White House has warned that mass layoffs of federal employees could begin soon if discussions between President Donald Trump and congressional Democrats to end the ongoing partial government shutdown fail to make progress. Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, indicated that the administration is preparing for significant job … Read more
LONDON, Oct 4 – South Africa captain Siya Kolisi praised coach Rassie Erasmus for reshaping the team’s mentality after the Springboks cemented their dominance in world rugby by clinching consecutive Rugby Championship titles for the first time. Saturday’s 29-27 victory over Argentina at Twickenham confirmed South Africa as the southern hemisphere’s premier side, edging out … Read more
NEW YORK, Oct 3 – Wall Street is heading into the new week with a cautious eye on Washington, where a federal government shutdown has begun to take center stage just as the market enters what is historically its strongest quarter. With equities still sitting near record highs and earnings season looming, investors are preparing … Read more