Car bomb kills 25 in Pakistan

A Taliban suicide car bomb struck Pakistani police on Thursday for a second day, killing 25 people as the militia vowed no reprieve in their quest to avenge the US killing of Osama bin Laden.

PM Gilani urges world for ‘more support, less criticism’

Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on Thursday said Pakistan was diligently pursuing the war against terrorism and urged the international community for lending more support in its efforts.

US has 'expectations' of Pakistan: Hillary Clinton

The United States has a set of expectations it wants the government in Pakistan to meet, including in combating terrorism, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Thursday.

Pakistan to take preemptive actions against terrorism

Pakistan's top defence body has decided to make coordinated efforts to prevent and preempt acts of terrorism in view of the Taliban attack on the country's major naval air base in Karachi, officials said Thursday.

Attack part of wider plot: Nawaz Sharif

The Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif has said that the attackers of the PNS Mehran Base in Karachi are trying to destroy Pakistan.

China to continue to support Pakistan on anti-terrorism

China will continue to support Pakistan on anti-terrorism by increasing joint military drills and stepping up intelligence cooperation. Defense Ministry spokesman Geng Yansheng made the announcement at a press conference on Wednesday.

’Survival protein’ can help treat neuro-disorders

ISLAMABAD: A newly discovered "survival protein" protects the brain against the effects of stroke by interfering with a particular kind of brain cell death that is often found in cases of Parkinson’s disease and heart attack.

Aamir Khan rejoins Muttahida Qaumi Movement

KARACHI - Chief of Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqqiqi of his own faction Aamir Khan on Wednesday announced to rejoin the Muttahida Qaumi Movement after a rivalry of two decades and tendered his apology with the party leadership and the families of the martyred party workers.

Supreme Court asks FIA to reinstate investigation officer

Supreme Court of Pakistan has sought the report of FIA which was presented before the Parliamentary Committee on Commerce meeting in which FIA disclosed that the looted amount in NICL scam was transferred to many other accounts.

Shahbaz Sharif terms PNS Mehran attack challenge for security agencies

Chief Minister Punjab Mian Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif has said that attack on PNS Mehran was terrible and challenge has posed a threat for the defense organizations.

Investigation team of PNS Mehran starts working

Investigation team of PNS Mehran tragedy has started its working here on Wednesday.

3 terrorists involved in PNS attack arrested

Three alleged terrorists were arrested under the charges of attack on PNS Mehran Base on Wednesday.

PNS Mehran probe to be made public: PM Gilani

Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani has said facts regarding the PNS Mehran attack would be made public after investigations are completed.

Taliban say no plans to attack Pakistan's nuclear weapons

The Taliban have no plans to attack Pakistan's nuclear arsenal, the Islamist organisation's spokesman has declared.

US reducing military footprint in Pakistan at per Islamabad's 'wishes': Pentagon

The United States is reducing its military presence in Pakistan after Islamabad made a formal request in this regard, the Pentagon has said. 

Barack Obama stresses "special, essential" ties in Britain trip

Barack Obama ended his first state visit to Britain Wednesday with his attendance at a farewell dinner hosted by Queen Elizabeth II, during which the president once again stressed the "special and essential" ties between the two allies.

At least 13 people killed by violent storms in U.S.

Violent storms killed at least 13 people in the U.S. states of Oklahoma, Kansas and Arkansas on Tuesday evening, authorities said Wednesday.

President Obama says profound challenges stretch out worldwide

U.S. President Barack Obama on Wednesday outlined profound challenges facing the world like economic instability, unrest in the Middle East and North Africa, terrorism and climate change in a speech in central London.

Pakistan retains sixth spot in ICC Test rankings

Pakistan has retained the sixth position in the International Cricket Council (ICC) test rankings after a series-levelling victory in the St. Kitts test match against the West Indies.

Mumbai Indians knock out Kolkata Knight Riders from IPL

Mumbai Indians knocked out Kolkata Knight Riders from the Indian Premier League (IPL) with a four-wicket win in the eliminator match at the Wankhede Stadium here Wednesday.

Chennai Super Kings clear favourites to retain IPL

A total of 175 is a competitive target on any kind of pitch, especially in a game that is bound to put pressure on the side chasing it. Juxtapose that with the kind of start that Bangalore got with the ball in the hand, and they would have fancied themselves to get to the final in this very first attempt.

Srikkanth confident of India winning series in West Indies

The Chairman of selectors for Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Krishnamachari Srikkanth, has said he is confident of the Indian cricket team winning the upcoming series against the West Indies.

New IPL playoffs format rewards consistency

There's sadness and fear. As the end draws near!

What will we do post 28th may? 10 teams have been reduced to 4. Most of our esteemed guests from all over the cricketing world have played some thrilling cricket, done their sightseeing and shopping, sampled the golf courses all across the country and have, after a long and exciting ride through the length and breadth of India, headed home.

Gautam Gambhir sweating over MRI report for hurt shoulder

Gautam Gambhir, named captain of the national team for the West Indies tour, is still not sure how bad his shoulder injury is as he still awaiting the result of MRI scan, done to measure the extent of damage.

Franklin okay with IPL, unlike his countryman Oram

Unlike his compatriot Jacob Oram, who said he could not connect with the IPL, Kiwi batsman James Franklin said he was enjoying being part of the Indian Premier League.

NASA to launch spacecraft in 2016 to 'explore into deep space'

NASA has announced the launch of a spacecraft to an asteroid in 2016.
They will use a robotic arm to pluck samples that could better explain our solar system's formation and how life began.

Massive star about 150 times the mass of Sun discovered near Milky Way

Astronomers have discovered a very massive, isolated star in a galaxy near our Milky Way.

Tourist dies of mosquito-borne virus in Australia

A 19-year-old Canadian woman has died after contracting a rare and incurable mosquito-borne virus while on holiday in Australia's northern region, officials said.

Explosions in south China city wound at least 5

Three explosions, some from car bombs, occurred within a half-hour outside three government buildings in a south China city Thursday, blowing out windows and wounding at least five people, officials and state media reported.

Mubarak may be transferred to prison hospital

Ailing Egyptian former president Hosni Mubarak may be transferred from a hospital in the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh to a prison hospital Friday, the al-Gomhuria newspaper reported.

US supports India's list of 50 most wanted fugitives

The Obama Administration on Thursday supported India's move to submit the list of its 50 most wanted fugitives to Pakistan, saying this is part of the on-going dialogue between the two neighbours.

UN nuclear report based 'fabrications': Iran

Iran's nuclear chief on Wednesday rejected the latest report by the U.N. nuclear watchdog agency alleging that Iran may be working on a nuclear weapons program, saying it was based on "fabricated documents."

US national kills Russian wife, commits suicide in Moscow

A US citizen killed his Russian wife and then committed suicide by jumping from a window of the 15th floor of a hotel in Moscow, RIA Novosti quoted police source as saying Thursday.

Libyan rebels clash with Sudanese mercenaries

Libyan rebels clashed Wednesday with Sudanese mercenaries fighting for Moammar Gadhafi near the border with Sudan, as President Barack Obama predicted the Libyan leader would be forced to step down if NATO keeps up its military campaign with the U.S. playing a key role.

17 escape from prison in Mexican border city

Seventeen inmates tunnelled their way out of a prison in the Mexican border city of Reynosa, authorities in the northern state of Tamaulipas said Wednesday.

Supreme Court vacates stay on Reko Diq mining lease

The Supreme Court on Wednesday vacated a stay on award of mining lease for exploring gold and copper deposits worth billions of rupees of Reko Diq in Chagai District of Balochistan.

Cricket: No home comforts is major challenge: Waqar Younis

Basseterre: Pakistan coach Waqar Younis says the lack of home internationals is a major hurdle to his young team's hopes of climbing up the international cricket rankings.

Wikileaks: Pakistani Military Taught to Dislike US

Leaked U.S. diplomatic cables accuse the Pakistani military of purposefully trying to instill anti-Americanism in many of its top officers.

Cricket: Shahid Afridi future as Pakistan captain all but over

KARACHI: Shahid Afridi's chances of regaining Pakistan's ODI and T20 captaincy is all but over but the flamboyant all-rounder will get a chance to prolong his career as a player in the national team, a PCB source said.

Cricket: Tillakaratne Dilshan won't go back to Pakistan

CARDIFF, United Kingdom — Sri Lanka captain Tillakaratne Dilshan said Wednesday he would not play cricket in Pakistan again after an invitation for his side to return to the troubled nation, two years after they were attacked there, was rejected.

Robert Gates still sees Pakistan as partner

 There is an obvious trust deficit in U.S.-Pakistani relations though Islamabad remains an important partner in the region, the U.S. defense secretary said.

Pakistan seizes $44 million worth of heroin

KARACHI — Pakistan said Wednesday it had seized its largest ever heroin haul, impounding 375 kilograms (825 pounds) of the narcotic worth an estimated $44 million on the international market.