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A Pakistani national of Iranian origin has been indicted in connection with a failed assassination plot possibly targeting Trump

A man was arrested last month on charges of plotting an assassination-for-hire attack against US politicians or officials, the Justice Department said on Tuesday. A man has been arrested on charges of plotting to assassinate US leaders. Asif Merchant, also known as Asif Raza Merchant, is accused of contacting someone to facilitate the assassination plot…

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Taylor Swift’s Vienna show canceled after 2 arrested on terror plot charges

Taylor Swift‘s three concerts in Vienna this week have been canceled following the arrest of two suspects accused of planning a terrorist attack, authorities said. “For everyone’s safety we have no choice but to cancel the three scheduled shows,” a message from Barracuda Music said. “All tickets will be automatically refunded.” The cancellation comes hours…

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Pakistan expressed solidarity with the people of Bangladesh, wishing for a ‘speedy return to normalcy’

Pakistan hopes that the “resilient spirit and unity” of the Bangladeshi people will lead them to a “harmonious future”. The foreign minister said on Wednesday that he stood by the people of Bangladesh, whose month-long protests led to the ouster of an “oppressive” ruler – Sheikh Hasina. In a statement issued by the spokesperson’s office,…

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Google Launches Al Academy to Boost Startups In Pakistan & Asia Pacific

Google for Startups has launched AI Academy to support AI startups in Pakistan and the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The program will foster a vibrant AI community, promote cross-border innovation, and provide tailored mentoring for up to $350,000 in Google Cloud Credits, and community-building opportunities.AI Academy aims to fast-track startups by enabling them to create…

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Bangladesh’s Nobel laureate Younis Hasina ready to lead the government after escape, Parliament dissolved

Bangladesh’s Nobel laureate Muhammad Younis said on Tuesday he was ready to head a caretaker government, a day after the army took control after mass protests forced longtime ruler Sheikh Hasina to flee. Microfinance pioneer Younis, 84, is credited with lifting millions of people out of poverty – earning the enmity of the ousted Hasina…

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