Iraq struggles to make use of Saddam’s crumbling palaces

Baghdad, Feb 9 (AFP/APP):Scattered across Iraq lie more than 100 opulent palaces and villas built by former dictator Saddam Hussein — some in use, many in ruins like much of the war-scarred country. With their marble columns, ornate carvings and gaudy furniture, they reflected the […]

Three wins for Adele at non-binary Brit Awards

London, Feb 9 (AFP/APP):British superstar Adele won three awards, including the coveted Album of the Year, at the Brit awards on Tuesday, during a ceremony that did away with gender specific categories for the first time. Adele won best album for “30”, as well as […]

Tourism group TUI books big loss but guests return

Frankfurt, Feb 8 (AFP/APP):The world’s largest tourism operator TUI reported another big loss in the last quarter but passenger numbers recovered significantly from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the German group said Tuesday. “The path out of the pandemic is becoming increasingly clear. Demand […]

Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor to tie knot in April

Mumbai-February 07 (online): Bollywood prominent actors Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor are set to tie the knot in April 2022, media reported on Monday. As per media a report, the preparations for Alia and Ranbir’s wedding already in full swing. The report further stated “Those […]

Mane’s Senegal beat Salah’s Egypt to lift AFCON cup

Olembe – Cameroon – February 7 (ONLINE): Sadio Mane scored the winning spot-kick – after missing one in the opening minutes of the game – as Senegal claimed their first Africa Cup of Nations title with a 4-2 penalty shoot-out victory over seven-time winners Egypt. […]

Babar Azam pays tribute to Lata Mangeshkar

ISLAMABAD – February 7 (ONLINE): Pakistan men’s cricket team’s captain Babar Azam on Monday paid tribute to ever loved Indian legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who passed away Sunday. “End of a golden era. Her magical voice and legacy will continue to live in the hearts […]