By John Goolsby, For the TribuneBIRMINGHAM — Rising senior Raegen Moody, a Mechanical Engineering student at Auburn University, will get some serious hands-on training as she heads off to the world of the NTT IndyCar Series in a few days. Moody will begin her internship with Chip Ganassi Racing the day after the Indy 500. “At that point, it opened my eyes to a career that could be had in this field.”Moody served as the Director of Competition for Auburn’s iRacing team. While many colleges have separate entrants, Auburn’s team is run like a real race team. Racing allows Moody to use all that she has learned on the plains and pair it with her competitive spirit.
Source:The Express Tribune
May 23, 2023 12:44 UTC
Ray Stevenson, the Northern Irish actor known for his compelling performances as a villainous British governor in RRR, the mighty Volstagg in the Thor films, and an upcoming antagonist in the highly anticipated Star Wars series Ahsoka, has tragically passed away at the age of 58, as per The Hollywood Reporter. News of Stevenson's untimely demise has left the entertainment industry and fans in shock, prompting an outpouring of tributes. A proper actor with a fascinating career and I couldn’t have dreamed of a better first experience in this ridiculous industry. Born in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, in 1964, Stevenson moved to England with his family at the tender age of eight. Stevenson, about his TV experience, once said, "That was one of the major years of my life.
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May 23, 2023 10:54 UTC
Addressing an inaugural ceremony of the 34th National Games, the prime minister commended athletes for bringing pride to the nation, both domestically and internationallyThe PM said that the national games were being held in the province after a lapse of 19 years. “Holding of the national games in this historic city manifests the national unity and strength and patriotism for the motherland,” he added. Assuring the government’s complete support, he said in the past, they had distributed laptops, established Danish schools and promoted games, besides, awarding the high achievers. Referring to the May 9 incidents, the prime minister said a Pakistani could not harbour such a destructive thinking, but belonged to thinking of an enemy of the country. The prime minister stressed that they should take steps within the confines of laws and constitution so that these incidents could not be repeated.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2023 10:14 UTC
ISLAMABAD - Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) has announced the assignment schedule for Matric and F.A. The submission deadline for 1st and 2nd half course assignments of matric and F.A programs is June 23, 2023, and August 18, 2023, respectively. Students will be responsible for late assignment submission, and assignments reaching after the due dates will not be accepted. The schedule for submission of assignments for these programs will be announced soon. Students enrolled in these programs will submit their assignments online while students enrolled in Matriculation, FA and BA (associate degree) programs will submit (dispatch) their assignments to the respective tutors manually.
Source:The Nation
May 23, 2023 00:39 UTC
Former prime minister Imran Khan, gestures as he speaks to the members of the media at his residence in Lahore May 18, 2023. PHOTO: REUTERSPakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan has said there are 80% chances that he will be arrested again when he appears for bails in various cases in Islamabad on Tuesday (tomorrow). To a question, Imran said: “How can you win by taking on your own army. Imran said the two provincial assemblies Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, which made 70% of Pakistan, had no legitimate government. Gen Munir is reported to have informed Mr Khan he wanted to investigate allegations of corruption around his wife and her circle.
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May 22, 2023 20:39 UTC
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May 22, 2023 20:19 UTC
According to the statement, three shooting incidents were responded to and investigated by South Precinct patrol officers from the same shift. “This speaks to what all our officers endure daily and the dedication they have to the City of Birmingham,” Fitzgerald said. At approximately 10:08 p.m. on Friday, officers were dispatched to the 900 block of 47th Street North on a report of multiple people shot, Fitzgerald said. The victim was identified as Christian Breon Wyatt of Birmingham, Fitzgerald said. “Unfortunately, we have had a violent weekend and we’ve seen violence take place in areas that are not common.
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May 22, 2023 20:08 UTC
PTI’s Bold Move to Challenge Article 245 Implementation in Supreme CourtPakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), one of the leading political parties in the country, has decided to challenge the implementation of Article 245 in the Supreme Court. By challenging the implementation and seeking the abolition of this article, PTI aims to protect the democratic values and ensure a just legal system for all. On the other hand, critics argue that Article 245 serves as a necessary measure in combating terrorism and ensuring national security. As the legal battle unfolds in the Supreme Court, the entire nation anxiously awaits the court’s decision. The outcome will not only shape the future of Article 245 but also set a precedent for the balance between security measures and individual rights in Pakistan.
Source:The Nation
May 22, 2023 19:38 UTC
Pakistan men's national football team kicks off its 4-Nations Cup campaign against the hosts Mauritius on 11th June, 2023. The Shaheens will take on Kenya on 14th June while they will vie against Djibouti on the 17th June. These games will indeed provide the team with valuable experience and an opportunity to compete against other international teams, allowing the players to further develop their skills. The upcoming matches will also serve as the preparation for the SAFF Cup 2023, which is scheduled to take place in India. Participating in the 4-Nations Cup will give the team a chance to fine-tune their strategies and evaluate their performance ahead of the SAFF Cup.
Source:The Nation
May 22, 2023 18:25 UTC
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Monday said the nation was living in a free atmosphere due to the great sacrifices of its martyrs. He said the sacrifices of martyrs and services of Ghazis were the armed forces’ valuable asset and capital of pride. The Pakistan Army as an institution always remembered every person associated with it and their families and its relationship as a family was a proud and exemplary one. He announced to celebrate the “Pakistan Martyrs’ Reverence Day” on May 25. A large number of senior officers of Pakistan Army and families of martyrs participated in the ceremony.
Source:The Nation
May 22, 2023 16:41 UTC
The carpet sample came sealed in a plastic Ziplock bag as part of the homeowner’s appeal package, Denver Assessor Keith Erffmeyer said. Colorado’s county property assessors calculated unprecedented gains in home values and mailed notices to homeowners earlier this month. To find out, The Denver Post interviewed Adams County Assessor Ken Musso, Arapahoe County Assessor P.K. Kaiser, Denver County Assessor Keith Erffmeyer, Douglas County Assessor Toby Damisch and Jefferson County Assessor Scot Kersgaard, and got advice on how to file a successful appeal. The Colorado General Assembly passed a bill earlier this month that aims to soften the tax blow from the increased property values.
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May 22, 2023 11:03 UTC
Amongst statements from the team, an old interview of actor Mawra Hocane has resurfaced. I said that this is marital rape. It was a huge deal for me to stand up and ask [the producer] that this is marital rape and we need to build on it. How can a project backed by her and me - women who have voices - let a marital rape scene just pass. “Marital rape is defined as the forceful act of consummation by the husband with his wife without her explicit approval," tweeted the star.
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May 22, 2023 10:09 UTC
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday forecast that "very hot" weather is expected to grip most parts of the country on Monday. According to the weatherman, mainly very hot and dry weather is likely to prevail in most parts of Sindh, Punjab, Balochistan, Islamabad and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Met Department also said that Islamabad is also expected to witness dust raising and gusty winds with isolated rain-thunderstorm. Similarly, dust thunderstorms and gusty winds with chances of rain are likely in northeast and central Balochistan, lower KP, south Punjab and Potohar region. In the last 24 hours, the weather remained very hot and dry.
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May 22, 2023 07:29 UTC
From Tribune staff reportsBIRMINGHAM — According to the Birmingham Police Department, an investigation is underway following an incident involving multiple people shot in the Lakeview District. Officer Truman Fitzgerald said the incident occurred on Sunday, May 21, 2023. Fitzgerald said officers followed the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop near the 700 Block of 21st Street South where they discovered that the vehicle’s two occupants were shot. The adult male discovered in the parking lot and one of the males discovered after the traffic stop were suffering life-threatening injuries. “The preliminary investigation has revealed that we believe the two male victims found during the traffic stop were involved in a physical altercation with the male found in the parking lot,” Fitzgerald said.
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May 22, 2023 05:28 UTC
But economic issues remain squarely in focus even though a post-Covid tourism revival helped Greece book growth of 5.9 percent last year. Mitsotakis, 55, has urged voters not to squander hard-fought economic stability. Opinion polls suggested Mitsotakis held a clear lead of five to seven percentage points. But Tsipras has accused Mitsotakis of promising “better jobs and wages, only to have the middle class live on coupons”. We work just to survive.” Ahead of the vote, Mitsotakis’ government came under pressure over the devastating head-on train collision in February that claimed 57 lives.
Source:The Nation
May 22, 2023 04:00 UTC