World News in Brief: Water crisis for children, hunger in East Africa, new Yazidi memorial

World News in Brief: Water crisis for children, hunger in East Africa, new Yazidi memorial

The double burden of dwindling availability – and inadequate water for drinking and sanitation services – is compounding the challenge, putting children at even greater risk. The Climate Changed Child – released ahead of the COP28 UN climate change summit later this month in Dubai – throws a spotlight on the threat facing vulnerable children. It…

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The possibility of not extending the contract of Pakistan's bowling coach Morne Morkel

The possibility of not extending the contract of Pakistan’s bowling coach Morne Morkel

—–File photo Pakistan cricket team’s fast bowling coach Morne Morkel’s contract is not likely to be extended. Sources say that Pakistan’s former fast bowler Umar Gul is likely to get the responsibilities of the bowling coach. It should be noted that Morne Morkel had signed a 6-month contract with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Morne…

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The second group of Pakistani cricket squad also reached Lahore

The second group of Pakistani cricket squad also reached Lahore

—-File photo After being eliminated from the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup, the second group of Pakistani cricket squad reached Lahore from Kolkata via Dubai. Some members of the national cricket team left Dubai for their respective cities. Members of the management including Agha Salman and Imam-ul-Haq arrived in Lahore. Fast bowler Shaheen Shah…

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