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October 20, 2025

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Fears of country-wide fuel shortages as Sindh’s fresh withdrawal halts oil at Karachi port

Sindh’s 1.8% drop may raise fuel prices by over Rs 3 per litre, directly affecting consumers Oil tankers parked at a port terminal in Karachi. PHOTO: AFP The imposition of the 1.8% Sindh Infrastructure Development Cess by the provincial government has delayed the clearance of oil products at Karachi port, raising fears of a nationwide fuel supply shortage. A 1.8% drop could increase the cost of petroleum products by more than Rs 3 per litre. Enforcing this withdrawal will directly affect consumers even though fuel prices are regulated. The Oil Companies Advisory Council (OCAC) has written to Sindh Chief Minister

December 26, 2024

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Taiwan halts Uber Foodpanda acquisition

TAIPEI: Taiwan has blocked Uber Technologies’ $950 million purchase of delivery hero’s Foodpanda business on the island over concerns it would be anti-competitive, the Fair Trade Commission (FTC) said on Wednesday. Uber and Foodpanda did not immediately respond to requests for comment outside regular business hours. Delivery Hero said in a statement that Uber could either appeal the panel’s decision or terminate the acquisition. In a media briefing, the Commission said that the negative impact of the merger would outweigh the overall economic benefits and that the remedies would not be able to address competition concerns. “In the food delivery

September 10, 2024

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A strike at a Samsung factory in India halts production for a second day amid a dispute over wages

Samsung Electronics production at a key plant in southern India was disrupted for a second day by hundreds of workers striking for higher wages on Tuesday, as top executives tried to resolve a rare episode of labor unrest. South Korea-based Samsung, India’s biggest consumer electronics company, sees the country as a key growth market, competing with the likes of LG Electronics to make everything from TVs and refrigerators to smartphones. The strike-hit factory in Sriperumbudur, the smaller of Samsung’s two Indian factories, employs about 1,800 people and makes electronics rather than smartphones. But it still contributes 20 percent to 30

September 3, 2024

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Rain halts BD’s historic win

RAWALPINDI: Pacemen Hasan Mahmud and Nahid Rana shared nine wickets on Monday to put Bangladesh on course for victory over Pakistan before rain stopped play on the fourth day of the second Test. Hasan took 5-43 while Nahid added 4-44 – both career best figures – bowling Pakistan out for 172 in their second innings and giving the visitors a target of 185 to secure a 2-0 series win in Rawalpindi. Openers Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam raced to 42 not out, with Zakir hitting two sixes and two boundaries, before rain clouds gathered and poor light interrupted play after

August 22, 2024

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Smith’s unbeaten 72 puts England ahead as bad light halts play at Old Trafford

Jamie Smith’s unbeaten 72 helped England secure a narrow 23-run lead over Sri Lanka on the second day of the first Test at Old Trafford, Manchester on Thursday. Despite the poor weather, England reached 259-6 by the end of the day, ahead of Sri Lanka’s total of 236 runs. However, the day was cut short when bad light halted play. Promoted to bat at No.6 in the absence of the injured Ben Stokes, Smith was instrumental in building England’s response. His knock marked his third half-century in just four Tests, underscoring his growing importance to the team. Throughout the innings,

August 1, 2024

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Extreme weather halts Olympic surfing in Tahiti: schedule change announced

The Olympic surfing competition in Teahupo’o, Tahiti, was put on hold Wednesday due to difficult weather conditions following a storm. Organizers plan to resume the contest at 7 a.m. (17:00 GMT) on Thursday, starting with the women’s third round and aiming to advance to both the men’s and women’s quarterfinals. Known for its formidable waves, Teahupo’o provided excellent surfing conditions during the men’s third round on Monday. However, strong winds disrupted the event and continued into Tuesday, making it difficult for surfers to compete safely. Wednesday highlighted the difficulties of predicting weather and waves on a remote South Pacific island.

July 24, 2024

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Tesla halts plans for giant factories in Mexico due to Trump’s tariff threats

Elon Musk (R) is endorsing Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election. — AFP/File During an earnings call Tuesday, CEO Elon Musk announced that the company’s plan to build a new factory in Mexico is on hold until after the U.S. presidential election. That’s because former President Trump promised to impose taxes on cars made in Mexico. “We are currently on hiatus at Giga Mexico,” Musk replied. “I think we have to see where things are after the election.” “Trump has said he’s going to impose heavy tariffs on vehicles made in Mexico, so it doesn’t make sense to invest

July 24, 2024

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Taiwan prepares for typhoon Gaemi, halts work, cancels flights

GILAN, TAIWAN: Taiwan was reeling on Wednesday ahead of Typhoon Gaemi’s arrival, with financial markets closed, people furloughed from work, flights canceled and the military on standby amid forecasts of torrential rain and strong winds. Gaemi, the first typhoon of the season to hit Taiwan, is expected to make landfall on the northeastern coast early Wednesday afternoon, according to the island’s Central Meteorological Agency. Currently categorized as a medium-strength typhoon by Taiwan, it is then likely to cross the Taiwan Straits and then hit the southeastern Chinese province of Fujian late Friday afternoon. In rural Yilan County, where the typhoon

June 25, 2024

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Closure of Rafah crossing halts 2,000 medical evacuations from Gaza

The closure of the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza has prevented the medical evacuation of at least 2,000 patients, a World Health Organization official said on Tuesday, calling for Rafah and other routes to be reopened. Before the closure, “about 50 critically ill patients per day were leaving Gaza… This means that since May 7 at least 2,000 people have not been able to leave Gaza to receive medical care,” said Rik Peeperkorn, WHO representative in the West Bank. and Gaza. Read: Gaza conflict leaves 10 children without one or both legs every day: UNRWA The Rafah crossing was

March 2, 2024

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Medical emergency halts Donald Trump rally in Greensboro

Donald Trump is silently watching the medical aid being delivered. — YouTube screenshot/Howard Mortman Former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally in Greensboro, North Carolina came to an unexpected halt as a medical emergency unfolded in the crowd, sparking concerns and prompting a rapid response. The event, part of Trump’s nationwide tour to rally support for his 2024 presidential bid, took an unexpected turn when a person in the audience required immediate medical attention. The incident came as Trump discussed key campaign issues, including immigration, border security and his ongoing legal battles. The video captured by journalist Aaron Rupar at X

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