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Pakistan’s squash sensation Ashab Irfan showcased exceptional skills in the Johns Creek Open at the United States as he downed Nathan from Malaysia in the tournament. Irfan displayed top notch performance and defeated Nathan by 3-1 (8-11, 11-2, 11-2, 11-6) and claimed the title, said a statement. The tournament, which boasted a prize purse of $12,000, saw Irfan deliver a stellar performance.
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Heavy rains in northern China have claimed at least 13 lives, with five people still missing, as authorities struggle to manage extreme weather that shows no sign of stopping soon.
State media reported that three bodies were recovered from floodwaters in Ordos, Inner Mongolia, while three others went missing near the banks of the Yellow River, roughly 70 kilometers away.
Monday’s downpour, the first of three consecutive storms forecast in the region, dumped more than 204 mm of rain in less than 24 hours, exceeding August’s monthly average by over double.
Earlier, on Saturday, a flash flood swept through Bayannur’s grasslands after a river burst its banks, killing at least ten people and leaving 13 campers stranded; one was rescued while two remain missing.
Search efforts by rescue crews persist in Ordos, close to Baotou—a key center for rare earth minerals—amid severe rain and floods posing risks to facilities and potentially forcing many from their homes.
Weather experts caution that intense precipitation connected to global warming presents increasing difficulties for officials, straining outdated flood protection systems, resulting in financial damage, and endangering millions of people living in northern China.
Released on, Aug. 19 — August 19, 2025 at 7:20 AM
The cost of 24-karat gold per tola rose by Rs1,500 on Monday, reaching Rs357,700 after being priced at Rs356,200 the prior business day, according to the All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewelers Association. Additionally, the price for 10 grams of 24-karat gold climbed by Rs1,286 to Rs306,670, compared to Rs305,384 previously, while 10 grams of 22-karat gold saw an increase of Rs1,179, now selling for Rs281,124 instead of Rs279,945. Per tola and ten-gram silver prices stayed unchanged at Rs4,031 and Rs3,455 respectively. In global markets, gold prices moved upward by $1 to reach $3,350 from $3,335, while silver maintained stability at $37.98, as stated by the association.
August 10, Pakistan — Iran Air has started non-stop flights linking Quetta with the Iranian cities of Zahedan and Mashhad, representing the initial consistent commercial aviation connection between these traditionally important locations. The carrier’s first flight safely arrived at Quetta International Airport on Friday, capturing interest from authorities and passengers. This newly established route aims to provide more ease for travelers and enhance the enduring cultural and economic ties between Pakistan and Iran.
During the airport event, Pakistan’s Envoy to Iran, Mohammad Mudassir Tipu, commended the initiation, referring to it as a “long-held wish” from citizens of both nations. He conveyed his belief that these non-stop flights will enhance commerce, tourism, and cultural interactions between the two countries. As per the envoy, the route holds “significant promise” for strengthening connections and promoting interpersonal relationships that extend past commercial and travel purposes.
The newly launched service will start with weekly operations connecting Quetta and Zahedan, offering a vital transportation choice for people from Balochistan and surrounding areas. Authorities anticipate that this frequency could grow over time as more passengers utilize the route. Additionally, the journey provides a practical link for pilgrims traveling to Mashhad, which is among Iran’s key holy sites. It is projected to generate substantial economic advantages via higher expenditures related to tourism and movement.
At the event, representatives emphasized that the launch occurs during a period when regional aviation connections are growing more significant. Due to the proximity of their locations and common cultural background between Pakistan and Iran, enhancing transportation networks has consistently been considered essential. Officials from both nations expressed their readiness to examine new routes in the near future to enhance mutual collaboration.
Nevertheless, the progress follows closely behind an announcement made by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who declared that devotees will not be permitted to journey to Iran or Iraq via land for this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage because of safety issues. He mentioned that the choice was reached following thorough talks with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Balochistan administration, and intelligence organizations. Although overland movement continues to be limited, the introduction of this aerial route presents a secure and effective option for numerous passengers.
This achievement marks an important step for Iran Air’s direct route from Quetta to Zahedan to Mashhad, which will be crucial in connecting populations along the border. Weekly flights are anticipated to support both spiritual and recreational travel, as well as foster commercial relationships, thereby promoting collaboration between the two adjacent nations.
Justin Timberlake
has recently joined the ranks of top stars affected by Lyme disease, with many believing they have identified the vacation spot where celebrities are contracting the illness.
Lyme disease is an illness transmitted through tick bites, leading to symptoms such as muscle discomfort, mental confusion, inflamed joints, and tiredness.
It may continue for several weeks, although certain individuals might experience issues over many years.
Deer ticks are typically encountered in high grass regions and forested locations.
The singer, 44,
revealed to his followers about his ‘severe’ health struggle through an Instagram update at the start of the month
signaling the conclusion of his Forget Tomorrow World Tour.
He is not the first celebrity to face the illness.
Star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Yolanda Hadid
and her daughter, model
Bella Hadid
were also previously diagnosed.
Singer
Justin Bieber
, actor
Ben Stiller
and comic
Amy Schumer
include other stars who have likewise encountered the issue.
Individuals have observed an upward trend in the number of celebrities affected by the illness, and they’ve discovered a location that many appear to share.
A user from Reddit, as reported
Tyla
, described their belief that all the celebrities have visited the Hamptons.
The Hamptons consist of several coastal communities and serve as a favored getaway for affluent New Yorkers and celebrities.
Situated on the South Fork of eastern Long Island, this region offers numerous beaches where celebrities can escape, along with high-end dining establishments and lounges.
A user on Reddit mentioned: “It’s from the Hamptons. All celebrities who have it have been there.”
I’m fairly certain it’s near the place where he received his DUI.”
“I’m quite confident it’s not far from where he was caught with alcohol.”
“It’s likely close to the location where he had his drunk driving incident.”
“I believe it’s situated near the spot where he got into trouble for drinking and driving.”
“Most probably, it’s around where he faced charges for a DWI.
Another person commented: “They all spent their holidays in the Hamptons, an area known for having many ticks that carry Lyme disease.”
Another confirmed: “This. I have been repeating this to people again and again.”
They often spend much time in the Hamptons, particularly JT, an area recognized for its Lyme disease-carrying ticks.
If you examine areas in the U.S. where Lyme disease is prevalent, the Hamptons appears as if colored in a coloring book.
The idea of the Hamptons might not be entirely far-fetched, since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a map illustrating how the illness has progressed across the United States in recent years.
The CDC stated, ‘Since 1995, the number of Lyme disease cases in the United States has increased considerably.’
An image published by health authorities illustrates how the virus was concentrated around the South Fork region, home to the Hamptons, as far back as 1995.
An example from 2010 depicts its spread into New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maryland, and Massachusetts, along with Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Vermont.
Although the latest map, from 2023, indicates that Lyme disease has become even more prevalent in the New York region.
The Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center, located in Hampton Bays, came into existence in 2014.
It provides advice from experts specializing in Lyme disease and includes various services such as tick extraction and medical care.
They also offer complimentary tick removal kits along with Tick-Borne Disease Reference Handbooks, as stated on the website.
The hotline has gotten over 7,000 calls since it was established.
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Chelsea promises to be an exciting team to follow this season as Enzo Maresca’s squad has significantly improved compared to last year. Maresca implemented 419 changes to his starting lineup during the previous campaign, surpassing all other top European clubs. Following the latest transfer window, he now has seven central defenders available. His aim was to provide backup for Levi Colwell, along with added competition and support for team staple Marc Cucurella. Additionally, he has brought in Jorrel Hato, who primarily featured for Ajax last season. Despite being just 18 years old, Hato is versatile enough to play on either side.
The young Dutch player has moved to the team for £37 million and inked a seven-year contract. Interestingly, he led Ajax at just 17 years old and has played 111 matches for the club. He has earned six call-ups with his national team.
Several members of Chelsea’s new team additions will feature in their opening home match versus Crystal Palace. This includes Hato, Joao Pedro (valued at £60 million), Jamie Gittens (worth £51.1 million), Liam Delap (priced at £30 million), Estevao Willian (costing £29.1 million), and Dario Essugo (at £18.5 million). Meanwhile, Mamadou Sarr (£12 million) and Kendry Paez (¥17.3 million) have been sent on loan to Strasbourg.
Chelsea have allocated £250 million throughout the transfer period, ranking them just behind Liverpool, who have committed £295.5 million.
Jackson vs. Watkins: Which one is superior?
Is Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea a superior choice compared to Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa? According to Aston Villa manager Unai Emery, yes. He has informed his team that Jackson represents a more promising option for the upcoming season, drawing upon his familiarity with the player during his time at the Spanish side Villarreal, where he played a key role in developing the Senegalese star’s career.
Emery thinks Jackson could achieve more than he has at Chelsea, and there’s incentive for the striker to switch teams due to the addition of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro at Stamford Bridge, pushing Jackson down to third-choice status. There’s also a chance that Xavi Simons might join from RB Leipzig, further worsening Jackson’s prospects. He may find it difficult to get playing time at Stamford Bridge, but under Emery, he would probably receive individual attention and be swiftly integrated into Villa’s attacking lineup.
Chelsea is asking for £80 million for Jackson, who has an eight-year deal remaining, though this amount may be excessive for both Villa and the other team showing interest, Newcastle.
Can Amorim guide Manchester United to a championship victory?
Bruno Fernandes turned down an offer to move to Al-Nassr, a team in the Saudi Pro League, and took part as Manchester United’s captain in a friendly game versus Everton, which concluded with a score of 2-2.
This is intriguing since Bruno both scored and earned player-of-the-match honors even though he openly criticized his teammates for lacking effort and pushed the club to sign better-quality players. Although he isn’t currently popular among the team members, he makes a valid argument, and he’s aware that should Ruben Amorim fail to begin the upcoming season strongly, he might face dismissal—and Fernandes certainly wouldn’t want that for his Portuguese teammate. Facing Arsenal next week presents a challenging task.
The new addition, Bryan Mbeumo, played for 45 minutes on the field and contributed to the Red Devils’ victory in the Premier League Summer Series, as they defeated West Ham, Bournemouth, and Everton to claim the title.
Manchester United’s initial lineup, indicating how Coach Ruben Amorim envisions the first Premier League match against Arsenal on August 17, includes Bayindir, Amad, Yoro, de Ligt, Shaw, Dalot, Ugarte, Mainoo, Fernandes, Cunha, and Mbeumo.
Newcastle targets FC Porto forward
Newcastle have acknowledged they may be unable to sign Benjamin Sesko, with FC Porto forward Samu Aghehowa under consideration as an alternative for the strike position. The Spanish player is estimated to be worth £70 million, a fee that Newcastle can manage.
Manchester United are keen on securing Sesko, who considers them his top choice, and it’s reported that he has reached an agreement on individual terms. If more transfers aren’t completed, Newcastle will face a less strong attacking lineup. The players they aimed to bring in have opted for different clubs instead of moving to St James’ Park. Liam Delap and Joao Pedro went to Chelsea, and Newcastle had targeted both Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumbo, but both have ended up at Manchester United.
Liverpool secured the signing of Hugo Ekitike before Newcastle could, leaving Coach Eddie Howe disappointed and questioning his scouting department. Although they will participate in the UEFA Champions League next season, apart from Anthony Elanga and Aaron Ramsdale, they lack additional high-quality additions. Additionally, there remains the challenging status of Alexander Isak.
Isak decides to undergo training in Spain.
The Alexander Isak situation continues… Eddie Howe remained quiet when questioned about the status of his Newcastle forward. The Swedish player joined his team-mates following his absence from the club’s trip to the Far East.
Strangely enough, what kept Howe silent was Isak’s choice to go to Spain lately and train at Real Sociedad’s facility rather than work with his Newcastle fitness squad in Benton. Staff members who didn’t head east are fully capable of conducting training sessions. Isak brought his own private fitness team with him to Spain. What’s remarkable is that Eddie Howe mentioned he found out where Isak was because he saw it reported in the media!
Liverpool made an offer surpassing £100 million, which Newcastle rejected.
An announcement issued from Anfield stated that they will not increase their offer. Nevertheless, I believe the situation might not be concluded yet. Isak has openly expressed his desire to depart from northeastern England and move to the northwestern region, specifically Liverpool. Although he could request a transfer, this option is typically considered as a final measure and often causes tension between players and their teammates or club authorities.
Forest takes advantage of an opportunity to sign Douglas Luiz
Following his move from Aston Villa to Juventus last year, matters have not unfolded as expected for the central player, Douglas Luiz.
The player from Brazil has faced a challenging period due to injuries and unpredictable play; he participated in just 27 matches throughout various tournaments. Last week, he skipped a practice session and will now face financial penalties from the team as well as being listed for transfer.
Arrive at Nottingham Forest…the determined Midlands-based team has initiated talks with Juventus regarding the acquisition of Luiz, yet there are two challenges. Firstly, they must persuade him to move to one of the rising but not as high-profile teams in the Premier League. Secondly, they need to reach an agreement on a fee they can manage financially.
Luiz has mentioned he is willing to consider a transfer, though only Nottingham Forest have shown interest so far. Due to budget limitations, Forest are exploring the possibility of a temporary signing, with the potential to make it permanent after the upcoming season. They can provide Luiz with European competition participation next season for the first time in three decades, which should appeal to him; additionally, reports indicate they might offer him a yearly salary of £5 million through a contract extending to 2030.
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