3+ mon, 2+ week ago (293+ words) (AFP): Powerful torrents driven by intense rain smashed into a Himalayan mountain village in Indian-administered Kashmir and killed at least 34 people on Thursday, a top local government official told AFP. It is the second major deadly flooding disaster in India this month. "The news is grim," Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said in a statement, reporting a "cloudburst" of intense rain that had hit the Kishtwar district. Crowds gathered at a Kishtwar hospital while people carried some of the injured on stretchers. "We have found 34 dead bodies and rescued 35 injured people," said Pankaj Kumar Sharma, district commissioner of Kishtwar. "There are chances of more dead bodies being found," he told AFP. Sushil Kumar, a resident of nearby Atholi village, told AFP: "I saw at least 15 dead bodies brought to the local hospital." Rescue teams are likely to face difficulty reaching…...

10+ mon, 2+ week ago (621+ words) Funda Karayel NEW YORK : In a world rife with conflict, the Banksy Museum in New York City emerges as a voice of reason, using art to demand an end to war. Showcasing some of the most iconic works by the elusive street artist, the museum transforms its walls into a canvas for activism. Each [] NEW YORK : In a world rife with conflict, the Banksy Museum in New York City emerges as a voice of reason, using art to demand an end to war. Showcasing some of the most iconic works by the elusive street artist, the museum transforms its walls into a canvas for activism. Each piece speaks volumes, whether it's a child clutching a balloon amid destruction or a dove wearing a bulletproof vest. Banksy's art, as provocative as ever, challenges viewers to confront the devastating consequences of violence…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago (197+ words) In a sharply worded statement, Russian officials claimed that The Frontier Post " despite being labeled as a Pakistani publication " operates as an "Americanized" outlet whose Washington-based editorial team "invariably gives preference to ardent Russophobes and critics of Russian foreign policy." The statement criticized the newspaper's international coverage, alleging that it consistently portrays Russia in a negative light while ignoring key developments such as the Moscow Format of Consultations on Afghanistan, held on October 7, 2025. Moscow said the absence of coverage of that regional diplomatic event "further highlights the Russophobic nature of the Westernized editorial office." Moscow countered these claims with statistics, noting that Russia's GDP grew by 4.1% in 2024, with manufacturing expanding by 8.5%, unemployment dropping to 2.5%, and inflation remaining below 7%. Russian officials also pointed to the testing of advanced weapons such as the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile and Poseidon underwater drone as…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago (192+ words) A total of 608,186,190 shares were traded during the day as compared to 609,443,979 shares the previous trading day, whereas the price of shares stood at Rs 23.523 billion against Rs 31.624 billion on the last trading day. As many as 479 companies transacted their shares in the stock market, 193 of them recorded gains and 245 sustained losses, whereas the share price of 41 companies remained unchanged. The three top trading companies were Prud Mod. Ist with 58,737,418 shares at Rs 4.98 per share, E-Electric Limited with 53,175,405 shares at Rs5.43 per share and Pak International Bulk with 51,735,265 shares at Rs 10.06 per share. Unilever Pakistan Foods Limited witnessed a maximum increase of Rs 988.00 per share price, closing at Rs 25,498.00, whereas the runner-up was Nestle Pakistan Limited with Rs 86.97 rise in its per share price to Rs 7,400.00. PIA Holding Company LimitedB witnessed a maximum decrease of Rs3,446.15 per share closing at Rs 31,015.32 followed…...

7+ mon, 3+ week ago (556+ words) DUBAI: World Art Dubai, the region's most accessible retail art fair, is returning from April 17-20, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together more than 400 artists and galleries from 65+ countries. The 11th edition promises four days of art, entertainment, and a chance for up-and-coming artists to reach an exciting new global audience. [] DUBAI: World Art Dubai, the region's most accessible retail art fair, is returning from April 17-20, at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together more than 400 artists and galleries from 65+ countries. The 11th edition promises four days of art, entertainment, and a chance for up-and-coming artists to reach an exciting new global audience. As WAD continues to evolve, its impact is reflected in the growing number of artists and galleries returning year after year. With an increasing roster of repeat exhibitors, the fair has established itself as more than just an…...

6+ mon, 2+ week ago (544+ words) Muhammad Ibrahim ISLAMABAD: Around 150 Pakistani artists gathered in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad to participate in a eight-day humanitarian art camp to raise funds for people affected by Israeli military offensive in Gaza, the head of Silk Road Culture'Center said this week, in a remarkable show of solidarity with the Palestinians. The camp, "Art [] ISLAMABAD: Around 150 Pakistani artists gathered in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad to participate in a eight-day humanitarian art camp to raise funds for people affected by Israeli military offensive in Gaza, the head of Silk Road Culture'Center said this week, in a remarkable show of solidarity with the Palestinians. The camp, "Art for Life " Art for Gaza," brought together musicians, writers and performers from across Pakistan who presented series of multidisciplinary performances and visual art displays to raise funds for the war-torn people of Gaza. The…...

4+ mon, 2+ day ago (637+ words) SARAJEVO, BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA (AFP): Bullet holes still pockmark many'Sarajevo'buildings; others threaten collapse under disrepair, but street artists in the Bosnian capital are using their work to reshape a city steeped in history. A half-pipe of technicolour snakes its way through the verdant Mount Trebevic, once an Olympic bobsled route " now layered in ever-changing art. "It's a really good place for artists to come here to paint, because you can paint here freely," Kerim Musanovic told Agence France-Presse (AFP), spraycan in hand as he repaired his work on the former site of the 1984 Sarajevo Games. Retouching his mural of a dragon, his painting's gallery is this street art hot spot between the pines. Like most of his work, he paints the fantastic, as far removed from the divisive political slogans that stain walls elsewhere in the Balkan nation. "I want to be…...

10+ mon, 1+ day ago (220+ words) Monitoring Desk WASHINGTON: Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. launched a financial-services and fintech brand dubbed Truth.Fi, with a focus on crypto and customized exchange-traded funds. The new offering will develop separately managed accounts, ETFs and Bitcoin in partnership with Charles Schwab Corp., which will "broadly advise" on investments and strategy, Trump Media said in [] WASHINGTON: Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. launched a financial-services and fintech brand dubbed Truth.Fi, with a focus on crypto and customized exchange-traded funds. The new offering will develop separately managed accounts, ETFs and Bitcoin in partnership with Charles Schwab Corp., which will "broadly advise" on investments and strategy, Trump Media said in a statement Wednesday. Trump Media said it will also invest as much as $250 million that will be kept in custody by Schwab. That amount is about a third of Trump…...

11+ mon, 6+ day ago (630+ words) Funda Karayel NEW YORK : Step into "INTER," Manhattan's newest art experience, where art meets mindfulness. More than just a gallery, this immersive space is designed to engage your senses on multiple levels. As you explore, each floor challenges your perception and sparks creativity, leaving you inspired and refreshed. It's not just a visit " [] NEW YORK : Step into "INTER," Manhattan's newest art experience, where art meets mindfulness. More than just a gallery, this immersive space is designed to engage your senses on multiple levels. As you explore, each floor challenges your perception and sparks creativity, leaving you inspired and refreshed. It's not just a visit " it's an experience that stays with you long after you've left. As 2024 draws to a close, many of us reflect on the past year and consider the changes we want to see in ourselves and the…...

9+ mon, 3+ week ago (619+ words) DUBAI: The year 2025 bodes well for art lovers with the opening of London's JD Malat Gallery in Dubai. The gallery, from London's swanky Mayfair area, has expanded its footprint with its first outpost in the Middle East, exploring the regional art scene from the UAE. Located in Downtown Dubai, close to the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Opera, the JD Malat Gallery is at the epicenter of the city's cultural activities. The 1,700 square meter gallery opened on Jan. 29, with French gallerist Jean-David Malat telling Arab News "Dubai is a dynamic city, rich in culture and with enormous potential to showcase local and regional artists. "The JD Malat Gallery will be an opportunity to meet the public, particularly young people who have a considerable interest in art and what's new," he added. After visiting Dubai in March 2024, following a 17-year absence,…...