SpaceX restricts Starlink services for Ukrainian military
Elon Musk's SpaceX has restricted 'military-grade' Starlink services, affecting Ukrainian drone strike missions and air defenses, according to Ukraine's reports.
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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Mark Duplass Joins Cast of Hulu’s ‘Victoria’
Mark Duplass has been added to the cast of Hulu’s limited series ‘Victoria,’ joining previously announced stars Li Jun Li and Diane Lane.
Experts urge improvement of mental health services
Mental health experts have called for strengthening psychiatric services, investing in professional development and expanding international collaboration to improve mental healthcare in Pakistan.
Ex-UK army chef sentenced to four years for homemade weapons
A former British army chef has been jailed for nearly four years after being found with a homemade gun and explosives, motivated by extreme right-wing ideology.
PTI Leaders Held at Unspecified Location
Sohail Afridi, senior Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, are being held at an undisclosed location, according to reports.
German police investigate alleged robot sex assault
German police are investigating two teenagers for allegedly using a robot to sexually assault a teenage girl and live-streaming the incident.
Punjab schools to adopt new timings from October 16, 2026
The Punjab School Education Department has announced revised timings for all public schools across the province, effective from October 16, 2026.
PTI leader Murad Saeed claims control over KP government from Afghanistan
PTI leader Murad Saeed stated in a video shared on his Facebook account on September 18, 2026, that he is controlling the KP government from Afghanistan.
PPP leader Sherry Rehman condemns rise in terrorism
Pakistan Peoples Party senior leader Sherry Rehman stated that terrorism has increased sharply over the past two years and is a red line for her party.
terrorism had increased sharply over the past two years
Sherry Rehman, Pakistan Peoples Party senior leader
French Distributor Malavida Secures Rights to Wang Chao’s ‘A Woman’
French distributor Malavida has acquired the rights to Wang Chao’s 2022 drama ‘A Woman’, which won the screenplay prize at San Sebastián. The film will receive a theatrical release in France, and Malavida is planning a retrospective of Wang Chao’s work for spring 2027.
Kazakhstan Aims for Enhanced Trade with Belgium
Kazakhstan is seeking closer cooperation with Belgium, particularly through a potential partnership between the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and Caspian ports, as part of efforts to boost trade via the Middle Corridor.
Peshawar Chamber hosts Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH) conference
A prestigious 'Seerat-un-Nabi (PBUH)' conference was organized by Peshawar Chamber of Small Traders and Small Industries at the Chamber's premises.
Pakistan’s Sadaqat and Mirza Rise in ICC T20I Rankings
Pakistan’s Maaz Sadaqat and Salman Mirza have climbed the latest ICC Men's T20I rankings following their impressive performances in the recently concluded three-match series against Sri Lanka.
IonQ acquires Elisity for $1.3 billion to expand quantum cybersecurity
IonQ has agreed to acquire zero-trust security provider Elisity in an all-stock transaction valued at up to US$1.3 billion, expanding its quantum computing ambitions into enterprise cybersecurity.
300mm fab equipment spending to reach US$227 billion by 2029
Global spending on 300mm front-end fab equipment is projected to reach US$227 billion by 2029, according to SEMI.
Oman Praises Pakistan’s Role in Regional Peace
Oman's Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Al Busaidi, met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss regional issues including Hormuz, Gaza, and IIOJK.
Tsang Yow’s semiconductor revenue share hits 12%
Tsang Yow's semiconductor business contributed to a 7.5% year-over-year increase in third-quarter revenue to NT$269 million.
Tata’s Gujarat chip fab faces shareholder pressure
Tata Group's semiconductor fabrication facility in Gujarat, central to India's chipmaking ambitions, is under scrutiny from the group's controlling shareholder, who seeks quicker returns on its capital-intensive investments.
Nvidia CEO invests in French tech firms
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has announced new investments in French AI-enabled tech firms, including medical booking site Doctolib.
Largan chairman questions Micro LED use in AI data centers
Largan Precision chairman En-ping Lin has expressed doubts about the practicality of Micro LED-based optical links in AI data centers, citing concerns over power consumption, size, and transmission efficiency.
Largan Precision chairman En-ping Lin has questioned the viability of Micro LED-based optical links for AI data centers, citing concerns over power consumption, size, and transmission efficiency.
En-ping Lin, Largan Precision chairman
China’s smartphone market sees 15.4% decline
China's smartphone shipments fell 15.4% year-over-year to 57.9 million units in the third quarter, reflecting reduced consumer spending and increased component costs.
Ubiqconn satellite revenue surges 175% in September
Ubiqconn Technology reported a significant increase in September 2026 revenue, with a 175% jump to NT$142 million (US$4.4 million) compared to the previous month.
Kingboard Laminates hikes thin-cloth laminate and prepreg prices by 15%
Kingboard Laminates Holdings has increased prices for thin-cloth laminates and prepreg by 15% as part of its eighth price hike in 2026.
Heavy storms disrupt Santiago, Chile
Heavy rain, hail and thunderstorms flooded Santiago, Chile, on Tuesday, 13 October, causing transport disruptions and leaving over 36,000 electricity customers without power.
Farhan breaks Sharma’s T20I record
Pakistan captain Sahibzada Farhan has shattered India’s Abhishek Sharma’s record for the most runs scored in a three-match bilateral T20I series.
Elon Musk praises Micron while criticizes other memory chip suppliers
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has expressed that Micron Technology is 'reasonable' on memory prices, contrasting with his view of other suppliers as 'extortionate' due to prolonged supply shortages, which have given manufacturers more bargaining power.
Micron is 'reasonable' on memory prices while others are 'extortionate'
Elon Musk, CEO, Tesla
Trump announces major exploration plans for Greenland
US President Donald Trump announced plans for 'massive' oil, gas and mineral exploration in Greenland following a recent security agreement signed with Denmark and Greenland.
Common urban plants attract most pollinators
Citizen scientists found that ubiquitous urban plants often considered 'weeds' are the most attractive to pollinating insects, with autumn blooms of common ivy being the most visited.
Court grants NCCIA four-day remand of Pakistan Awam Raj Tehreek chief Iqrar ul Hassan
A judicial magistrate has granted the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency four-day physical remand of Iqrar ul Hassan, chief of Pakistan Awam Raj Tehreek.
Taiwan IC substrate firm Xinxing halts machinery after fatal accident
IC substrate manufacturer Xinxing has halted some machinery at its Yangmei plant following a fatal workplace accident, as ordered by the Taoyuan City Labor Inspection Office.