Lafreniere scores twice Rangers extend winning streak 9 with 5-1 win over Devils
(AP Photo/Peter K. Afriyie)Tying their longest winning streak in eight seasons, thrashing the rival New Jersey Devils, getting two goals from Alexis Lafreniere and another outstanding performance from goaltender Igor Shesterkin wasn’t the difference for the New York Rangers. All they wanted to talk about was their penalty kill after a 5-1 win over the Devils on Thursday extended their winning streak to nine games. “That was great.”AdvertisementThe initial kill set the tone for the game and Zibanejad scored on a power play minutes after that kill, and the Rangers never looked back. “We got to score on so many opportunities in a power play,” Devils captain Nico Hischier said. “We weren’t sharp enough in the first power play; It was better but just couldn’t find the back of the net and it is what it is.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 23, 2024 14:57 UTC
ICCI encourages Saudi Arabia to import agricultural goods from Pakistan
The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) has extended an invitation to Saudi importers, advocating for the importation of Pakistani agricultural products to satisfy local demand. ICCI President Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari highlighted Pakistan's production of quality food items and pointed out Saudi Arabia's reliance on imports for its consumption needs. During discussions with Fadel Abdallah, General Manager of Al-Shaqaq Trading Est, Bakhtawari emphasized the potential of Pakistani wheat, rice, fruits, and vegetables in the Saudi market. He assured full support from ICCI in boosting exports of these commodities to Saudi Arabia. Additionally, Bakhtawari suggested that other Pakistani products could also be well-received in the Saudi market.
Source:The Nation
February 23, 2024 13:14 UTC
X to block 'specific' accounts in India as per government order
Many users have complained that their social media accounts are either blocked or face restrictions in India. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCYX has said it will withhold certain accounts after a request by the Indian government. “The Indian government has issued executive orders requiring X to act on specific accounts and posts, subject to potential penalties including significant fines and imprisonment,” the Global Government Affairs account representing X on the platform said. X, formerly Twitter, has millions of users in India. Many users have complained that their social media accounts are either blocked or face restrictions in India.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 23, 2024 12:29 UTC
Cops suspended after accused escapes custody
PHOTO: FILEAn accused individual managed to escape from the custody of Mansoorabad police while being presented at the sessions court. Chief Police Officer (CPO) Captain (retd) Muhammad Ali Zia issued the suspension orders of the police officers and ordered a probe. ASI Nasir of Mansoorabad police station, accompanied by Constable Muhammad Salim and Javed Iqbal, escorted the accused, identified as Ahsan, son of Abdul Aziz, to the session court for legal proceedings. However, due to alleged negligence on the part of the police, the accused managed to flee from custody. CPO Muhammad Ali Zia took immediate action, suspending the three implicated employees and initiating both criminal and departmental proceedings against them.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 23, 2024 12:04 UTC
Truth in Crisis: Can We Save It?
His case serves as a litmus test for journalistic freedom, free expression, and the right of the people to know. Fear that Mr. Assange’s extradition would put a stop to whistleblowing as it currently exists and turn disclosing wrongdoing into an illegal activity like espionage is at the core of the issue. The case against Mr. Assange’s extradition goes beyond defending press freedom; it also argues for preserving the channels by which society learns the truth. Mr. Assange’s health, which has already been harmed by his years of detention, is as significant. It is imperative that the UK protect free speech and the freedom to speak the truth without fear at this time.
Source:The Patriot
February 23, 2024 07:03 UTC
Sound monetary and fiscal policies needed
Longstanding effects on economic growth and monetary strength may result from this. Thousands of Pakistan traders closed their shops in September last year, striking over rising energy and fuel bills rousing extensive dissatisfaction. Years of mishandling and uncertainty have shaken Pakistan’s economy, and last summer Islamabad had to make a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to avert default. Merchants have huge power in Pakistan; the government faces the delicate task of dealing with them while sticking to IMF austerity measures. Policymakers must control inflation through sound monetary and fiscal policies to ensure economic prosperity for all and to put Pakistan on the road to progress.
Source:The Patriot
February 23, 2024 07:03 UTC
The Federal Cabinet approved the inclusion of names of 35 persons in the ECL
ISLAMABAD: The Federal Cabinet approved the inclusion of 35 names in the ECL. While approving 4 persons to go abroad under one-time permission, the cases of 26 persons were postponed on the basis of various reasons. According to sources, names have been included in the ECL in cases of corruption, crimes and damage to national exchequer. On the summary of the Ministry of Interior, approval has been obtained from the federal cabinet through circulation and approval was also given to remove the names of 30 persons from the exit control list, while 4 persons were approved to go abroad under one-time permission.
Source:The Patriot
February 22, 2024 17:22 UTC
Dani Alves sentenced to 4.5 years in jail for assault
A Spanish court on Thursday sentenced former Brazil international Dani Alves to four and a half years in prison after finding him guilty of raping a young woman at a Barcelona nightclub in December 2022. "The victim did not consent and there is evidence that, beyond the complainant's testimony, permits the rape to be considered proven," the Barcelona court wrote in a statement. Alves, who testified at his trial that the sex with the woman was consensual, can appeal. Alves, who was present in court throughout his three-day trial, testified that his sexual encounter with the woman was consensual and denied hitting her and grabbing her hair. Alves' friend who was with him that night testified the football player drank wine and whisky before going to the nightclub.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 22, 2024 16:14 UTC
WhatsApp has lowered the age limit for users from 16 years
WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging application, has reduced the age limit for users to 13 years. Recently, in a statement issued by WhatsApp, it has been stated that the company has reduced the minimum age to use WhatsApp from 16 to 13 in the UK and EU countries. Earlier, in Europe and the United Kingdom, the minimum age of users to use WhatsApp was 16 years, while in other countries this requirement was 13 years, but with this change, this age has been reduced to 13 years for users of all countries. The statement said that the minimum age requirement for users has been removed in Europe and the United Kingdom to ensure a minimum age requirement for WhatsApp globally, but this change will not affect any of the services being used. According to the statement, the company is updating its terms and privacy policies in accordance with 2 new EU regulations.
Source:The Patriot
February 22, 2024 15:52 UTC
Maryam vows ‘new era’ in Punjab
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz Vice President Maryam Nawaz, , who is set to become the first woman chief minister of Punjab, on Wednesday vowed a “new era” in Punjab, as she outlined her government’s priorities in Punjab. "I welcome all the members to the meeting of the first parliamentary party and congratulate them for reaching the assembly," said Maryam. "I humbly say that today there is talk in the media that Maryam has been given the opportunity to become the first woman chief minister of Pakistan and Punjab. Maryam Nawaz also revealed her game plan for the province for the next five years. “I have worked on the Safe Punjab Programme; we’ll have to expand the Safe City Project to all cities.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 22, 2024 07:13 UTC
A Traumatized Nation
We are a resilient nation. People traveled all over the country to vote from the constituency they could exercise this right from. We are de-motivated and have given up so many times trying to accept the reality of, ‘this is Pakistan. The reality is that we are a traumatized nation. Zara MaqboolThe writer is a BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psycho-therapy) accredited individual and couple psycho-therapist based in Islamabad.
Source:The Nation
February 22, 2024 06:25 UTC
Don’t insult the nation’s intelligence
That is when Al Pacino gives him the confidence that he was not seeking revenge but that asking him to believe the lie that he was innocent was basically an insult to his intelligence. When a nation’s intelligence agencies are in the business of insulting the citizens’ intelligence, that is when small problems accentuate to levels where national unity is threatened. The insult of the nation’s intelligence continues at the time of this writing. Ramming down the nation’s throat the most artificial realities and the lies to go with would only weaken this nation. The outcome and the realities of Pakistanis wouldn’t change with it but at least the nation’s intelligence wouldn’t be insulted.
Source:The Nation
February 22, 2024 06:09 UTC
Louise Isley (August 3, 1935 — February 19, 2024)
Billie Louise Isley, 88, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Birmingham Alabama. She was born on August 3, 1935 in Birmingham Alabama, AL, to Clyde M. Lee and Elizabeth Lee. William “Bill” and Billie Lou had 4 children, William Mason Isley Jr (Butch), Becki Jones, Jenifer (Jill) Guice and Terri Isley. Billie Lou is survived by Butch Isley (Lynda), Jill Guice (Steve) and Terri Isley along with 17 grandchildren and 35 great-grand children. The service for Billie Louise Isley will be held on Thursday February 22, 2024 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Trussville.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 21, 2024 22:44 UTC
Jackson Kendrick, Sr. (April 16, 1933 — February 18, 2024)
Mr. Jackson Henry Kendrick, Sr., 90, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on February 18th, 2024. While it is so difficult to say goodbye to someone we love with all our hearts, we find comfort in his heavenly reunion with his wife, Jerry Ann Kendrick and his youngest son, Jerry “Dale” Kendrick, Sr.Born on April 16th, 1933, in Birmingham, Alabama, Jack was the son of the late Austin and Ada Kendrick. Jack married Jerry Ann Peebles, his beloved wife of 66 years, on August 13th, 1955. He was a loving and devoted father to his three sons, Donnie Kendrick, Jackson H. Kendrick, Jr. (Donna), and Jerry Dale Kendrick, Sr. (Donnette). His greatest joys in life were his grandchildren, Brad Kendrick, Dale Kendrick (Brooke), Brandy Sutherlin (Craig), and great-grandchildren, Nolan, Ella, Asher, Crew and Emmie.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 21, 2024 20:16 UTC