Pakistan’s deepening political crisis douses hopes for IMF relief May 10, 2023 at 04:25AM

The political crisis faced by Pakistan due to the violent protests is threatening to harm its programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), analysts have warned. This comes as Pakistan faces its worst economic crisis in decades, with dwindling reserves and a stalled $6.5bn IMF programme that is set to expire in June.

US Rep George Santos arrested on federal criminal charges May 10, 2023 at 03:42AM

New York Republican Representative George Santos, known for lying about his life story, was arrested on Wednesday before a court appearance. The indictment alleges that he duped supporters into donating to a company falsely claimed to support his campaign and, instead, used the funds for personal expenses.

World's largest spelling test set for Paris' Champs-Elysees May 10, 2023 at 01:00AM

A massive classroom, complete with school desks, is slated to occupy a staggering 6,600 square metres (71,000 square feet) of the iconic avenue leading up to the Arc de Triomphe in the French capital. The event, which takes place on June 4, will host participants vying for the title of "the world's largest dictation" by accurately transcribing a French text passage read aloud by the organisers.

Imran's arrest: Army deployed in Pak Punjab to maintain law & order after protests May 10, 2023 at 12:39AM

Army troops have been deployed in Pakistan's Punjab province to maintain law and order following protests triggered by the arrest of the country's former prime minister Imran Khan on Tuesday, Dawn reported. Angry protestors stormed government buildings and blocked roads in response to Imran Khan's detention prompting authorities to enact Section 144.

Imran produced before court; Anti-corruption body seeks 14-day physical remand May 10, 2023 at 12:06AM

Denied permission, Imran Khan's legal team finally allowed to meet him before his case hearing May 09, 2023 at 10:56PM

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan's legal team has been granted permission to meet the former prime minister ahead of his case hearing in Islamabad.