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The livestock sector contributes significantly to Pakistan’s agricultural GDP, with Punjab serving as the country’s largest hub for dairy and animal husbandry activities
Separately, Reuters reported that a petroleum industrial site in Fujairah caught fire following an Iranian drone strike
The lender has maintained strong financial performance following a record 2025, supported by disciplined cost control, steady lending activity, and consistent shareholder returns
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CPL 2026 Full Schedule Released: 39 Matches, New Teams, and Historic Expansion Across Caribbean
Since its inception, the CPL has grown into one of the most followed T20 leagues in world cricket, attracting international stars and building a strong regional fan base.
PCB Refuses to Disclose Officials’ Salaries, Offers In-Camera Briefing to Senate
The PCB has also classified as confidential the list of individuals who accompanied the Pakistan national team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Bangladesh Announce 15-Man Squad for First Pakistan Test in ICC World Test Championship 2025-27
The first Test will be played from May 8 to 12 in Dhaka, while the second match is scheduled for May 16 to 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
Kylian Mbappé Injury Update: Real Madrid Star Faces Hamstring Concern Ahead of El Clásico
Initial reports, including updates shared by José Luis Sánchez and reported via Fabrizio Romano, suggest Mbappé is dealing with a hamstring overload in his left leg
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CaixaBank Profit Rises 7% in Q1 as Revenues and Insurance Boost Earnings
The lender has maintained strong financial performance following a record 2025, supported by disciplined cost control, steady lending activity, and consistent shareholder returns
SoFi Stock Drops 13% After Earnings Miss and Platform Revenue Decline
CEO Noto said demand from lending partners remains strong, noting that SoFi is not currently seeing deterioration in private credit performance
Global Economy Warned of 2008-Style Risks as Private Credit, AI and Energy Pressures Grow
Despite concerns, regulators emphasise that the core banking system is significantly stronger than it was in 2008, with higher capital reserves and stricter oversight
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EU Advises Ban on Huawei and ZTE in Telecom Networks Over Security Concerns
Industry analysts say the development reflects a wider global realignment in technology governanc
UAE Shifts Schools to Online Classes from May 5 to May 8, 2026
In a statement shared on the social media platform X, the ministry said distance learning will be implemented from Tuesday, May 5, to Friday, May 8, 2026
China Fireworks Factory Explosion Kills 21 in Liuyang
On Chinese social media, the China Fireworks Factory Explosion has sparked criticism over safety enforcement and calls for stricter inspections in high-risk industries
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The livestock sector contributes significantly to Pakistan’s agricultural GDP, with Punjab serving as the country’s largest hub for dairy and animal husbandry activities
Separately, Reuters reported that a petroleum industrial site in Fujairah caught fire following an Iranian drone strike
The lender has maintained strong financial performance following a record 2025, supported by disciplined cost control, steady lending activity, and consistent shareholder returns
While Jacqueline remained out of the limelight, her sister Catherine Falk later became a prominent advocate for family visitation rights
Top Stories
EU Advises Ban on Huawei and ZTE in Telecom Networks Over Security Concerns
Industry analysts say the development reflects a wider global realignment in technology governanc
UAE Shifts Schools to Online Classes from May 5 to May 8, 2026
In a statement shared on the social media platform X, the ministry said distance learning will be implemented from Tuesday, May 5, to Friday, May 8, 2026
China Fireworks Factory Explosion Kills 21 in Liuyang
On Chinese social media, the China Fireworks Factory Explosion has sparked criticism over safety enforcement and calls for stricter inspections in high-risk industries
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CPL 2026 Full Schedule Released: 39 Matches, New Teams, and Historic Expansion Across Caribbean
Since its inception, the CPL has grown into one of the most followed T20 leagues in world cricket, attracting international stars and building a strong regional fan base.
PCB Refuses to Disclose Officials’ Salaries, Offers In-Camera Briefing to Senate
The PCB has also classified as confidential the list of individuals who accompanied the Pakistan national team during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
Bangladesh Announce 15-Man Squad for First Pakistan Test in ICC World Test Championship 2025-27
The first Test will be played from May 8 to 12 in Dhaka, while the second match is scheduled for May 16 to 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
Kylian Mbappé Injury Update: Real Madrid Star Faces Hamstring Concern Ahead of El Clásico
Initial reports, including updates shared by José Luis Sánchez and reported via Fabrizio Romano, suggest Mbappé is dealing with a hamstring overload in his left leg
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CaixaBank Profit Rises 7% in Q1 as Revenues and Insurance Boost Earnings
The lender has maintained strong financial performance following a record 2025, supported by disciplined cost control, steady lending activity, and consistent shareholder returns
SoFi Stock Drops 13% After Earnings Miss and Platform Revenue Decline
CEO Noto said demand from lending partners remains strong, noting that SoFi is not currently seeing deterioration in private credit performance
Global Economy Warned of 2008-Style Risks as Private Credit, AI and Energy Pressures Grow
Despite concerns, regulators emphasise that the core banking system is significantly stronger than it was in 2008, with higher capital reserves and stricter oversight