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FIFA honours Trump with peace award at World Cup draw ceremony

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FIFA honours Trump

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has awarded US President Donald Trump the FIFA Peace Award.

According to international media reports, Trump received the honour during the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw ceremony, scheduled to be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next year.

The award was presented to Trump by FIFA President Gianni Infantino at a ceremony held in Washington. Media outlets in the U.S. reported that FIFA had announced the honour last month, stating it would be given to individuals who made exceptional efforts for the cause of peace.

Speaking at the ceremony, Trump expressed gratitude, calling it “one of the greatest honours of my life.” He stated, “We saved millions of lives. We prevented wars—whether in Congo or by stopping conflict between India and Pakistan before it erupted.”

Trump also praised Infantino for his leadership, acknowledging remarkable achievements in football development and record-breaking ticket sales, describing the honour as a moment of pride for both the sport and its global community.

Parents allegedly kill daughter over desire for son in Mianwali

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Parents allegedly kill

MIANWALI: In a shocking incident in Mianwali’s Canalawala area, parents allegedly drowned their two-month-old daughter in a water tank due to their wish for a male child.

According to the FIR, the couple was reportedly unhappy with the birth of a girl and wanted a son instead.

The FIR states that the incident occurred two days ago, when the parents allegedly threw the infant into a water tank, resulting in her death. Police have arrested the father, while the mother is currently on the run.

Authorities confirm that samples taken from the victim’s body have been sent to Lahore for forensic examination to determine the exact cause of death. Further investigation is underway.

FIFA World Cup 2026 draw announced

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FIFA World Cup

The draw for the Federation International Football Association (FIFA) World Cup 2026 has been finalized, with 48 teams divided into 12 groups for the mega event scheduled to be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico next year.

The highly anticipated ceremony took place in the United States, where  US President Donald Trump also attended the event.

As per the official grouping:

Group A: Mexico (host), South Africa, South Korea, Playoff D winner

Group B: Canada (host), Qatar, Switzerland, UEFA Playoff A winner (Wales or Northern Ireland)

Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, Haiti

Group D: United States (host), Australia, Paraguay, UEFA Playoff C winner

Group E: Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curaçao

Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, UEFA Qualifier B winner

Group G: Belgium, Iran, Egypt, New Zealand

Group H: Spain, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Cape Verde

Group I: France, Senegal, Norway, FIFA Playoff 2 winner

Group J: Argentina (defending champions), Austria, Algeria, Jordan

Group K: Portugal, Uzbekistan, Colombia, FIFA Qualifier 1 winner

Group L: England, Croatia, Panama, Ghana

The expanded format will see intense competition as teams battle through the group stage for a place in the knockout rounds. Fans worldwide now eagerly await the kickoff of football’s biggest global tournament next year.

Pakistan to launch AI-based app to prevent illegal immigration

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Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan has decided to tighten measures against individuals traveling abroad on fake documents.

A high-level meeting chaired by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain resulted in several key decisions.

Authorities resolved to make the issuance of Protector documents foolproof and implement reforms in the immigration system to facilitate travelers. Federal ministers have been asked to submit final recommendations within seven days.

The meeting also directed a crackdown on individuals and agent networks involved in the fake visa trade.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced the launch of a pilot AI-based app to prevent illegal immigration, stating that the system will identify who is eligible to travel and who is not.

He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy against fake visas and agent mafias, ensuring that deported individuals cannot obtain new visas once their passports are canceled. Additionally, a standardized international driving license will be issued through the National Police Bureau.

Mohsin Naqvi highlighted that illegal travel harms Pakistan’s global reputation, and the immigration reforms aim to facilitate citizens while improving the country’s international standing.

Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain stressed that labor visa holders must possess authentic documents and assured full support from the ministry to strengthen the Protector and immigration systems.

Balochistan Govt moves to target banned terror groups abroad

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Balochistan Govt

Quetta: The Balochistan government has decided to initiate Interpol red notices and pursue legal action in international courts to arrest leaders, key commanders, and over 300 terrorist operatives of banned organizations based abroad.

The decision was taken during a high-level, extraordinary meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti.

Officials briefed the meeting on documented evidence, including communication records, call recordings, financial support trails, and other proof linking overseas terrorist leaders with local facilitators.

It was decided that cases will be prosecuted in global courts, ensuring robust and decisive action from local facilitators to foreign-based leaders.

The prosecution of cases against banned groups including BLA, BRA, BLF, UBA, BRG, and Lashkar-e-Balochistan will be expedited, with all evidence compiled according to international standards.

Coco Gauff leads women athletes in 2025 income rankings

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Coco Gauff

WASHINGTON: Female tennis stars continue to dominate earnings charts, surpassing athletes from other sports in 2025.

According to US media, Coco Gauff has emerged as the highest-earning athlete this year, earning a total of $31 million. Of this, $8 million came from prize money and $23 million from sponsorships and other deals. Gauff has now been the highest-earning female athlete for three consecutive years.

World No. 1 tennis star Aryna Sabalenka earned $30 million in 2025, with $15 million from prize money and the rest from contracts. Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek earned $23.1 million, including $10.1 million in prize money and $13 million from sponsorships, while freestyle skier Eileen Gu earned $23 million.

So far, only four female athletes have crossed the $30 million mark this year: Coco Gauff, Aryna Sabalenka, Naomi Osaka, and Serena Williams.

Among the top 15 highest-earning female athletes, 10 are tennis players, and in the top 10, seven are WTA stars.

Aryan Khan faces criticism over controversial party video

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Aryan Khan

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan is once again under criticism for a controversial act.

According to Indian media reports, a video of Aryan at a party surfaced on social media. The footage, reportedly from November 28, shows Aryan attending a club party alongside the sons of local political figures.

In the video, Aryan is seen standing on an elevated surface, waving to people, and making an inappropriate gesture that quickly went viral online.

Social media users heavily criticized Aryan, emphasizing that being the son of a major star comes with responsibilities, and such behavior was deemed inappropriate.

US prepares to expand travel ban list from 19 to over 30 countries

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US prepares

The United States is preparing to increase the number of countries subject to travel restrictions from 19 to more than 30.

Kristi Noem, Secretary of the US Department of Homeland Security, told American television that President Trump is reviewing which additional countries may be added to the list, without specifying any names.

Earlier this month, it was reported that the Trump administration had blocked all immigration applications, including green cards and citizenship processes, from 19 non-European countries due to national security and public safety concerns.

According to Reuters, these restrictions apply to individuals from countries that were already facing partial travel bans in June.

The list includes Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen, which were subjected to the strictest restrictions in June, including near-total entry bans with some exceptions.

Other countries facing partial bans in June, which may now see expanded restrictions, include Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.

Russia bans Snapchat and Apple’s FaceTime over security concerns

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Russia bans

Moscow: The Russia authorities have imposed a ban on Snapchat and Apple’s video calling service FaceTime.

According to international media reports, authorities stated that the platforms were allegedly being used for planning terrorist activities. Officials claimed that certain groups were taking advantage of Snapchat’s encrypted chats and disappearing messages to stay in contact, after which the app was blocked nationwide.

Alongside Snapchat, Russia has also suspended Apple’s FaceTime service. Authorities said that some “unauthorized” foreign communication tools are incompatible with the country’s security surveillance systems, leading to the decision.

It is noteworthy that Russia has previously restricted access to Google, YouTube, several Meta services, WhatsApp and Telegram.

Analysts believe that such consistent actions are further limiting public access to international digital platforms within the country, while the government maintains that the measures are essential for national security.

Bushra Ansari raises alarm over Karachi’s worsening state

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Bushra Ansari

KARACHI: Veteran actress Bushra Ansari has raised her voice over Karachi’s deteriorating state, expressing serious concern in a recent Instagram video message.

Bushra Ansari stated that while people often say Karachi is dirty and its roads are broken, they are not wrong. However, despite these issues, the people of Karachi remain courteous and welcoming, whether the guests arrive from Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa or Balochistan.

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Expressing disappointment, she said that for the past 30 to 40 years promises have been made to improve Karachi, yet nothing has changed in reality.

She clarified that her criticism was not directed at any political party, but highlighted that responsible authorities make claims of progress every year while the city continues to suffer.

The actress urged citizens to demand accountability, calling on Karachi’s residents to file a collective petition.

 She questioned whether those in charge do not love their own city, and asked how long it will take before Karachi is finally set right.