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Spend smart, not big
The FBR's case hinges on its need for mobility to physically verify tax declarations.
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Talks to nowhere
The government would do well to get back to the opposition with an olive branch.
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Contending with South Asia's climate crisis
Climate related collaborations cannot be created overnight.
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Hezbollah warns of 'resistance' if Israel stays beyond ceasefire deadline
Hezbollah demands Israel fully comply with the ceasefire agreement, warning that any violation won't be tolerated.
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Over 40% drop in rainfall ravages crops in Punjab
The drought is not isolated to Punjab; Sindh saw a 52% reduction in rainfall, while Balochistan experienced a 45% drop
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Trump nominee John Ratcliffe confirmed as CIA director
US Senate voted to confirm Ratcliffe by 74-25 as 20 Democrats and one independent joined Republicans
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Federal judge blocks Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The order has become subject of five lawsuits by civil rights groups and Democratic attorneys general from 22 states
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Tarar claims govt was considering 'middle ground' on PTI's demands
PTI founder Imran Khan has called off negotiations with the PML-N-led government
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Sindh CM calls for VCs with administrative expertise in varsities
Murad Ali Shah says vice chancellors currently appointed through search committee with PhD as minimum qualification.
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UK teen gets 52-year sentence for triple murder at Taylor Swift-themed event
Rudakubana, 18, pleaded guilty to the murders of three young girls and the attempted murder of 10 other children.
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Virender Sehwag, wife reportedly separating after 20 years of marriage
The couple, who tied the knot in 2004, have fueled divorce rumors after unfollowing each other on Instagram.
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Trump urges lower oil prices, interest rates, taxes at Davos
US president addresses global leaders, markets wary of his tariff plans, in first remarks of his presidency during WEF
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Saudi FM expresses optimism for Lebanon's future in first visit in 15 years
Visit highlights Lebanon's political shifts after Israel-Hezbollah war and Assad's fall amid a brief insurgency in Dec
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Taylor Swift releases limited edition ‘Lover Cardigan’ with pink hearts
Taylor Swift’s exclusive ‘Lover Cardigan,’ featuring pink hearts and “Taylor Swift” patch, is available for 72 hours.
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When is the next prize bond draw? Here's what you need to know
The National Savings Division in Karachi recently announced the results of Rs750 prize bond draw for January.
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Inflation likely to drop below 3% in January
JS Global, in a report on Wednesday, projected inflation at 2.8% for Jan, marking the lowest rate since November 2015.
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Journalists reject PECA amendments, demand repeal
A joint action committee of media bodies rejected the amendments and demanded their immediate withdrawal.
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ICC seeks arrest warrants for two Taliban leaders over women's persecution
The two individuals named are the Taliban's supreme spiritual leader and the group's chief justice since 2021.
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Oscar winner Hans Zimmer set to reimagine Saudi national anthem
Zimmer, two-time Oscar winner for The Lion King and Dune, also invited to score soundtrack for an upcoming Saudi film
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NDMA participates in Regional Consultative Committee forum in Thailand
RCC is a regional forum to promote consultation, cooperation in reducing disaster, climate change risk in Asia-Pacific
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Trump to face questions from banking, oil CEOs in Davos virtual appearance
US president name has consistently come up in almost every conversation at the World Economic Forum this week.
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‘I’m Still Here’ makes history as first Brazilian film nominated for Best Picture at 2025 Oscars
‘I’m Still Here’ becomes the first Brazilian film ever nominated for Best Picture at the 2025 Academy Awards.
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Afghan refugees in Pakistan face uncertainty after US freezes visa processing
Students who fled Taliban’s rule express feelings of betrayal and hopelessness after waiting for years in uncertainty.
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Govt calls PTI's decision to end talks 'unfortunate'
Irfan Siddiqui says PTI didn't consider the government's responses to their demands before calling off talks.
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PM shares World Bank's $20b partnership framework
The partnership aims to address Pakistan's pressing challenges, including poverty, unemployment, and climate change.
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Trump pardons two cops convicted over Black man's murder, cover-up
In 2024, ex-officers Terence Sutton Jr and Andrew Zabavsky were sentenced to 66 and 48 months in prison, respectively.
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Demi Moore earns first Oscar nomination for ‘The Substance’
Demi Moore receives her first Oscar nomination for Best Actress in ‘The Substance,’ making horror film history.
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Two PIA employees sacked for smuggling mobile phones
PIA spokesperson stresses organization has zero-tolerance policy for not following rules and regulations.
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2025 Oscar nominations full list: ‘Emilia Pérez’ leads with 13 nods
The 2025 Oscar nominations have been announced, with Emilia Pérez leading the pack with 13 nominations.
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‘Anora’ leads 2025 Oscar nominations with multiple major nods including Best Picture
‘Anora’ dominates the 2025 Oscar nominations with leading nods in major categories, including Best Picture.
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Global ChatGPT outage affects users across US, UK, Asia
OpenAI said, “We are currently investigating elevated error rates in the API.” The cause of the outage remains unclear
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LHC issues new order in Babar Azam's alleged sexual assault case
The woman also alleged that Azam had promised to marry her in 2010 but later reneged on his promise.
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Ariana Grande earns first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress in ‘Wicked’
Ariana Grande receives her first Oscar nomination for her role as Glinda in ‘Wicked,’ alongside other nominees.
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Future hints at relationship change with Instagram post
Future’s latest Instagram post left fans questioning his relationship status after suggesting he’s moving on.
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Will Rohit Sharma visit Pakistan for Champions Trophy captain’s event?
The Captains’ event is traditionally held in the host country before any ICC tournament.
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Urvashi Rautela comments on her bathroom clip
The actress, known for her Bollywood debut in Singh Saab the Great, has appeared in several hit films
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Govt creating problems for itself by making unilateral decisions: Bilawal
PPP chairman says that no government can operate without the support and consent of the people.
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Romanian woman found dead at home partially eaten by her pet pugs
Romanian woman found dead in her apartment after days; unfed pet pugs partially consumed her remains.
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Had predicted failure of govt-PTI talks: Senator Faisal Vawda
Faisal Vawda says PTI and government share the same goal of keeping PTI's founding chairman Imran Khan in jail.
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Rapper JDot Breezy allegedly sent payment to Foolio’s killer before his murder
Prosecutors reveal JDot Breezy allegedly sent Cash App payment to Foolio’s killer hours before the murder.
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Caitlin Clark celebrates 23rd birthday with surprise and book donation
Caitlin Clark celebrated her 23rd birthday with a surprise from team and a donation of 22,000 books for children.
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John McAfee’s X account posts mysterious message
John McAfee’s X account posts a cryptic message about an AI version of himself, four years after his death.
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Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma sentenced to 3 months in jail
Along with the jail sentence, the filmmaker was also directed to pay a compensation amount.
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Trump dismisses Elon Musk’s criticism of stargate AI deal: 'He hates one of the people involved'
President Trump attributes Elon Musk’s skepticism of the AI project to personal animosity with Sam Altman.
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NA approves amendments to PECA law without opposition
Bill has sparked widespread protests, particularly among journalists.
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Lunar New Year traditions and celebrations: A look at the Chinese New Year
2025 marks the Year of the Snake. Last year, 2024, was the Year of the Dragon, and 2026 will be the Year of the Horse.
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FaZe Banks responds to Lily Phillips’ claim of intimate encounter in viral podcast
Adult film star Lily Phillips details alleged encounter, and Banks reacts with a cryptic post.
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TV meterologolist, Sam Kuffel fired after calling Elon Musk’s inauguration gesture a Nazi salute
Sam Kuffel, a Milwaukee weather forecaster, was dismissed after calling Elon Musk’s gesture a "Nazi salute."
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Nicola Coughlan spotted with boyfriend Jake Dunn during casual London stroll
Nicola Coughlan and boyfriend Jake Dunn spotted smiling during casual outing in London, January 2025.
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Govt increases fares for Peoples Bus Service
Peoples Bus Service fares will increase by 60% from February 1, 2025, with notices posted on buses.
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Dar, Rubio discuss bilateral ties, regional issues
Both sides agreed to remain in contact, continue cooperation on areas of mutual interest
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Opposition alliance urges CJP to act on Rs300bn sugar scandal
CCP postponed sugar cartel case hearing after over 70 sugar mills requested delay
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PM Shehbaz assesses flood-damage in Gilgit-Baltistan
Provincial government declares emergency in 37 flood-hit areas
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Punjab information minister lambasts PTI as 'fascist group'
'Their protest movements never materialise—protest calls on November 26 and April 9 were both cancelled'
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PM Shehbaz condemns Israeli settlers for storming Al-Aqsa mosque
Islamabad terms move provocative, offensive, reiterates solidarity with Palestinians
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PIDE plans to boost farmer gains
Accumulating a circular debt of Rs680 billion in Punjab
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Kurram highway reopens after 9 months
In an effort to mitigate the crisis during the blockade, the government launched a limited helicopter service
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Local govts still without funds
The issue is even more pronounced in the newly merged tribal districts
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Commercial waste pollutes water bodies in K-P
Unregulated construction of hotels alongside rivers has increased the concentration of harmful chemicals in water
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PML-N bags two more reserved seats
ECP notifies Samar Bilour, Saeeda Jamshed as NA members
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Coast that blushed: 'pink' tide at Gadani
Bizarre natural phenomenon turns sea a startling colour, but real story lies beneath the surface
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Lyari football stadium inaugurated; women bike rally flagged off
The rally saw hundreds of women bikers celebrating national unity and empowerment
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Man drowns in River Indus
Meanwhile, in a separate incident last night, a man also drowned in the river near Dandai
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Gun battle in Waziristan leaves several dead
Reliable sources claim multiple militants were also killed
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PMD warns of wet, stormy week
Heavy rains across AJK, G-B, K-P, Punjab predicted
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Stock market soars to new all-time high
Index rises past 142k on TFC payment to OGDC, hopes about cement sector results
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Eight OPEC+ countries raise production by 547,000 bpd
There was unlikely to be a major impact on prices
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Learning from Russia's supply-side flat tax reforms
Such reforms help Moscow rise from ashes to establish itself as one of global economy's bright spots
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Tobacco sector: potential & illicit trade challenges
Pakistan's high taxation disproportionately impacts legal sales compared to regional peers
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Climate not behind agri-sector fall
True cause of decline is poor governance, ignorance and pro-private sector policies
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IMF's Washington Consensus versus Beijing Consensus
While China's model lifts millions out of poverty, Pakistan's IMF-driven reforms seem to deepen economic inequality
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China may have cracked 'carbon code'
Beijing's state-led transition breaking link between growth and emissions
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Recalibrating economic diplomacy
Tariff deal with US represents both strategic reprieve, diplomatic complexity
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Demand grows as cement sales surge 30%
Industry supplies nearly 4m tons to domestic, export markets
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PSX breaks 141k barrier in volatile week
KSE-100 hits all-time high amid renewed US-Pakistan trade optimism
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E-invoicing system labelled 'disastrous' for SMEs
Industrial body says traders lack infrastructure for new digital system
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Azerbaijan to export 1.2 bcm of gas to Syria
Economy minister says transportation route defined through Turkish territory under coordinated arrangement
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Train derailment hits modernisation
Safety lapses and infrastructure delays continue to erode public trust
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Govt opens public feedback on Draft National Housing Policy 2025
The goal is to ensure transparency and wide engagement
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Textile industry slams EFS changes
Cautions amendments to Export Facilitation Scheme will severely impact value-added sector
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74 migrants die as boat sinks off Yemen
60,000 migrants arrived in Yemen last year, many on overcrowded, unseaworthy boats
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Dormant Russia volcano erupts for first time in 450 years
The volcano has been assigned an "orange" aviation hazard code
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BD protest victim gives evidence at ex-PM trial
Sheikh Hasina is accused of ordering deadly crackdown to crush student-led uprising
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India wraps up mass Hindu pilgrimage
Many of the faithful began their trek to the Amarnath ice pillar from near Pahalgam
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'Trump tariff rates unlikely to change'
A lot of these are set rates pursuant to deals
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Top Trump aide accuses India of financing Russia's war in Ukraine
Indian Embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to a request for comment
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China and Russia start joint drills in Sea of Japan
Four Chinese vessels, including guided-missile destroyers Shaoxing and Urumqi
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US agency probes special counsel who prosecuted Trump
Smith then resigned before Trump could fulfil his campaign pledge to fire him
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Vietnam flooding death toll rises to 10
The agriculture ministry confirmed 10 people were killed and seven others injured
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54 migrants die as boat sinks off Yemen
Boat capsized off the Ahwar district in Yemen's southern Abyan province on the Arabian Sea
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Pope's 'Jubilee of Youth' ends with mass for 1m pilgrims
Most of them spent the night in tents, in sleeping bags or on mats in anticipation of Sunday's mass
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Poland extends checks on border with Germany
Polish officials estimate that hundreds of migrants, mainly from the Middle East, are crossing into the Baltic states
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At least 54 migrants dead as boat sinks off Yemen coast in rough weather
Over 60,000 migrants arrived in Yemen last year via one of the world's busiest and most dangerous migration routes
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Trump aide accuses India of funding Russia’s war through oil purchases
India to keep buying Russian oil despite US threats, say officials; embassy in Washington gave no immediate comment
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US tariff plan set with little wiggle room, Trump aide says
Trump sets August 7 deadline for new tariffs, ranging from 10% to 41%, targeting dozens of economies including the EU
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Lewis Hamilton shocks F1 fans by saying Ferrari should replace him after Hungary qualifying disaster
Hamilton faces frustration after Q2 elimination in Hungary, suggesting Ferrari might need to consider a new driver.
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Arslan Ash wins sixth EVO Tekken title after defeating Atif Butt in all-Pakistan final
Arslan Ash defeats Atif Butt in EVO 2025 Grand Final, securing his sixth title and continuing Pakistan’s dominance.
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Marchand, McIntosh dominate at WAC
The Frenchman wins 400IM and the Canadian secures her fourth gold medal in Singapore
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Canadian teen Mboko stuns top-seeded Gauff
She reached the quarterfinals after one-sided win against the French Open champion
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Messi exits early with injury in Leagues Cup win
His team Inter Miami triumphed against Necaxa 5-4 in penalty shoot-out
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Norris holds off Piastri for Hungarian GP win
This is the seventh one-two finish of the season for McLaren out of 14 races
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Tanger Star cruises into KPL final
Buchra Warriors beaten in second semifinal
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Popyrin books Toronto quarter-final spot
He sets up last-eight clash with top-seeded Zverev, who received a walkover in his fourth round match
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Naqvi announces venues for Asia Cup
India and Pakistan to clash on September 14
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PCB disappointed over WCL's hypocrisy
The board issues blanket ban on future participation
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We're ready for Asia Cup: Agha
Pakistan suffers a two-wicket defeat against West Indies in second T20I
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Max Verstappen says Red Bull’s RB21 has “something fundamentally wrong” at Hungaroring
Verstappen reports a “fundamental issue” with Red Bull’s RB21 in Hungary and doubts further wins this season.
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PCB slams WCL ‘hypocrisy’, bans players from future events
PCB denounces WCL for awarding points to forfeiting team, says sport is being held hostage to political expediency
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Holder’s last-ball heroics level series as West Indies stun Pakistan
Batting first, Pakistan posted 133/9; West Indies chased target on last ball to seal dramatic two-wicket win
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Jelly Roll makes WWE debut at SummerSlam 2025 with Randy Orton in tag match against Logan Paul
Jelly Roll impressed fans with his WWE debut at SummerSlam 2025, teaming with Randy Orton in a tough loss.