Global cities boost Hanukkah security after Sydney attack
Berlin, London, New York and other cities ramped up security for Hanukkah events after the Bondi Beach killings. Authorities say the measures are precautionary to protect worshippers.
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Bondi Beach attack: key facts after deadly Hanukkah shooting
Police say a father and son carried out a targeted antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach, killing 15. Australia mourns as security tightens and investigations continue.
World
Norway says envoy observing Mazari case complies with global norms
Oslo says its ambassador's court visit was standard diplomatic practice. Pakistan earlier summoned the envoy, citing concerns about protocol.
Politics
King Charles touched by global response to cancer update
Buckingham Palace thanks the public and health workers for their support. The King says openness about his treatment can help others seek care.
Entertainment
Kendall Jenner opts for a smaller, cozy family Christmas
Kendall Jenner says this year's Christmas will be a smaller, family-focused affair. The Kardashian-Jenner holiday tradition continues in a cozier format.
Entertainment
Ed Sheeran reveals how he crafted 'Drive' for Brad Pitt's 'F1'
Ed Sheeran and producer Blake Slatkin tailored 'Drive' to match 'F1's' finale. The riff-heavy track shows a rockier side of Sheeran's voice.
Entertainment
Pakistan warns Taliban: act on terror or face defensive steps
At the UN Security Council, Pakistan warned it will take defensive steps if Kabul fails to curb militants using Afghan soil. Islamabad cited cross-border attacks, 1,200 deaths this year and 214 militants neutralised since 2022. It urged an objective UN assessment and reiterated refugee repatriation calls.
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Pakistan’s polio cases fall to 30 in 2025, says minister
Pakistan has logged 30 polio cases in 2025, down from 74 last year. A nationwide campaign from Dec 15–21 will target over 45 million children with 400,000 workers mobilised. Authorities say KP remains the hotspot and urge public cooperation.
Health
Pakistan gets $1.2bn from IMF after board nod
SBP confirms receipt of $1.2bn from the IMF under EFF/RSF windows. The Fund praised reforms and urged prudent policy, tax base broadening and FX market deepening. The inflow will show in reserves for the week ending Dec 12.
Business
Govt seals record Rs659.6bn power debt settlement
Islamabad has executed a Rs659.6bn settlement to retire power-sector liabilities. Officials say the record transaction bolsters liquidity and underpins the circular debt reduction plan. Analysts view it as supportive of wider energy and fiscal reforms.
Business
Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hamid gets 14-year sentence: ISPR
A military court has sentenced ex-ISI chief Faiz Hamid to 14 years in prison. ISPR says he was found guilty of political activity, Official Secrets Act violations and misuse of authority. Hamid can appeal the verdict.
Politics
US Exim to back Reko Diq with up to $2bn in gear, envoy says
Washington’s top diplomat in Islamabad says Exim support will channel up to $2bn in US equipment to Reko Diq. The package is pitched as a jobs and supply-chain win for both countries. Future US–Pakistan mining partnerships are expected to build on this model.
Business