Have kids’ books lost the plot? | The Express Tribune

SLOUGH, ENGLAND: Hardcore readers amongst you may have found yourself nearly fainting in shock upon goggling at the colourful illustrations colonising every page of every children’s novels in bookshops today. In this rather unfortunate situation, please bring extra cushions, because if author Anthony Horowitz — who brought us the adventures of teen spy Alex Rider — is…

Pak-India doubles pair light up ITF event in Nigeria | The Express Tribune

ABUJA: The International Tennis Federation World Tennis Tours Junior does not get much attention but the event in Abuja, Nigeria attracted global recognition with the girls doubles event featuring a pair from Pakistan and India, Telecomasia.net learnt on Friday. The teenage girls partnered in the doubles event with the ITF projecting it as “sports unite…

South Africa name squad for Zimbabwe Test | The Express Tribune

DUBAI: South Africa have unveiled their squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Zimbabwe, set to begin later this month in Bulawayo. The squad features five uncapped players, with 19-year-old batting sensation Lhuan-dre Pretorius headlining the selection following his breakout performances in domestic cricket. Joining Pretorius in line for a potential Test debut are Dewald…

Gabriel commits to Arsenal until 2029 | The Express Tribune

LONDON: Arsenal’s Brazilian defensive rock Gabriel Magalhaes committed his future to the north London club until 2029 on Friday, extending a partnership that has become the cornerstone of manager Mikel Arteta’s English Premier League title-chasing project. The 27-year-old centre back, whose existing deal ran until 2027, has proven indispensable since his 27 million pounds ($36.53…

Uzbekistan Trade Centre to help strengthen ties | The Express Tribune

Listen to article LAHORE: The Uzbekistan Trade Centre in Lahore will play a vital role in strengthening Pakistan-Uzbekistan economic ties. The trade centre, jointly inaugurated by Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) President Mian Abuzar Shad and Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Deputy Chairman Takhtaev Akobirjon Khakimovich, is a landmark step towards enhancing bilateral trade…