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“Heating Isn’t Enough: Soil Needs Carbon & Nutrients to Boost CO₂ Emissions”

  • September 19, 2025
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Recent research shows that warming soil by itself does not cause a rise in carbon dioxide emissions unless microbes are also supplied with accessible carbon and nutrients. Scientists from North Carolina State University explored how increased temperature, combined with added carbon and nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus, affects soil CO₂ release. Microbes—such as bacteria, fungi, […]

Sports

Arshad Nadeem Qualifies for Men’s Javelin Final at World Athletics Championships

  • September 19, 2025
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Pakistan’s star javelin thrower Arshad Nadeem has advanced to the men’s javelin final at the World Athletics Championships, marking another significant milestone in his career. Known for his remarkable consistency and determination, Nadeem continues to carry the hopes of millions of fans eager to see him shine on the international stage. In the qualification round, […]

Sports

PCB set to decide today on Asia Cup participation, prioritizing ‘Pakistan’s interests.’

  • September 19, 2025
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce its final decision today regarding the national team’s participation in the upcoming Asia Cup. The much-anticipated call has drawn attention across the cricketing world, as the tournament’s format and hosting arrangements have been the subject of ongoing debate between participating nations. According to PCB officials, the […]

Sports

FIA Uncovers Fake Football Team Scam After Japan Deports 22 Pakistanis

  • September 19, 2025
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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has exposed a major human trafficking scam after 22 Pakistani nationals, posing as football players, were deported from Japan. The shocking incident has raised questions about fraudulent practices targeting vulnerable youth eager to travel abroad under the guise of sports opportunities. According to FIA officials, the deported individuals had entered […]

National News

Sindh Cracks Down on Tanker Mafia, Strengthens Food Reserves CM Orders Relentless Katcha Operation, Vows Peace and Development

  • September 19, 2025
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Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab informed that 243 illegal hydrants had been demolished across the city, with 212 FIRs registered and 103 individuals arrested in connection with the illegal tanker mafia. He added that approximately 3,200 water tankers had been registered through QR codes, a move that not only improved transparency in water distribution but also […]

National News

Islamabad–Rawalpindi to Get High-Speed Train, Travel Time Cut to 20 Minutes Government Approves Modern Rail Project to Ease Traffic and Boost Public Transport

  • September 19, 2025
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Pakistan Railways has announced plans to launch a high-speed train service between Islamabad and Rawalpindi, aiming to reduce travel time between the twin cities to just 20 minutes. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting chaired by Railways Minister Hanif Abbasi and attended by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. According to officials, the new service […]

National News

Pakistan, 15 Nations Urge Protection of Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza Joint Call Demands Respect for International Law and Safe Passage of Aid

  • September 19, 2025
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Pakistan and 15 other countries expressed concern over the security of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a civil society initiative carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Indonesia, Ireland, Libya, Malaysia, Maldives, Mexico, Oman, Qatar, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain and Türkiye said the flotilla aimed to […]

International News

Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL Cargo Ship Successfully Arrives at ISS After Software Delay

  • September 19, 2025
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Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL cargo ship successfully arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) early Thursday, completing a crucial resupply mission after a one-day delay caused by software issues. Originally scheduled to dock a day earlier, the spacecraft was forced to postpone its arrival when its main engine fault detection software prematurely triggered shutdowns during […]

International News

Israel’s Finance Minister Smotrich Calls Gaza a “Real Estate Bonanza,” Sparks Global Outrage

  • September 19, 2025
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Israel’s far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has ignited fresh controversy after declaring that the Gaza Strip could become a “real estate bonanza” once the war ends, revealing that discussions are underway with the United States about dividing up the territory. Speaking at an event in Tel Aviv, Smotrich described Gaza as a lucrative investment opportunity, […]