This representational image shows Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KW&SC) employes working at Dhabeji pumping station. — Facebook/@CMSindh/File KWSC says power supply to NEK pumping station suspended. Adds temporary arrangement will continue until KE rectifies fault. KWSC urges KE to restore power supply on emergency basis. The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) on Sunday…
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks during a press conference in Tehran, Iran, November 27, 2024. — Reuters No agreement has yet been finalised, says Ghalibaf. Trump sends “tougher” peace proposal to Iran. Any tweaks will further delay end to ME war. Iran’s chief negotiator warned the United States is not to be trusted…
new video loaded: What the Unemployment Rate Isn’t Telling Us The latest job report shows that unemployment remains steady, but it’s not telling the full story. Lydia DePillis, economy reporter for The New York Times, explains how low job growth is being offset by the Trump administration’s deportation campaign. By Lydia DePillis, Christina Thornell, Laura…
US and Iranian flags are seen in this illustration taken on April 24, 2024. — Reuters Plan for truce extension awaits Trump’s approval. Recent attacks highlight fragile US-Iran ceasefire. US warns Oman against involvement in Hormuz tolls. The United States and Iran reached an agreement on Thursday to extend their ceasefire and lift restrictions on…
The contract will provide an average salary increase of 11 percent, similar to what other museum workers across the country have obtained during the industry’s multiyear union push. Source link
A representational image of workers in a garment factory stitching clothes. — Reuters/File Repression of workers’ rights has deepened around the globe, with even “stable” countries like France and the United States now seeing eroded labour protections, the world’s largest trade union organisation said Monday. The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) said 72% of 151…
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A man sits outside his shop during a country-wide power breakdown in Karachi, on January 23, 2023. — Reuters KARACHI: Residents in several areas of Karachi have demanded an immediate end to unannounced load shedding as prolonged power outages continue to disrupt daily life. According to reports, load shedding in multiple localities has exceeded 12…
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth holds a briefing on the Iran war at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, US, May 5, 2026. — Reuters Stronger network of allies essential to deter aggression: Hegseth. Says US-Taiwan arms sales remain unchanged. Adds US ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal reached. SINGAPORE: US Defence Secretary…
Traffic congestion due to road closures implemented by authorities, following the suspension of transport and closure of markets.— Reuters/File Pharmacies, hospitals, medical stores exempted from restrictions. Petrol pumps and CNG stations to continue normal operations. Restaurants, food outlets and tandoors to shut by 10pm. As part of energy conservation measures in the wake of US-Iran…