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China condemns 'evil designs' of Taiwan premier's Japan visit
Cho flew to Japan on Saturday, the first trip by a premier since Japan, Taiwan broke formal diplomatic ties in 1972
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Iran conflict forces Asian central banks into sharp policy rethink
IMF warns 10% oil price rise could push global inflation up 40 basis points
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PM announces Rs1.5m reward for each hockey player after World Cup qualification
Pakistan ends eight-year wait for Hockey World Cup spot after 4-3 win over Japan in qualifiers
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Pakistan urges nationals in Iran to register for swift repatriation
Ambassador Tipu cites bus shortages, difficulties in arranging departures; makes special appeal to Pakistanis in Qom
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Israel faces difficulty stopping Hezbollah drones, officials warn of long war
Military says interception efforts remain limited and evacuation of northern communities could be considered
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Rising jet fuel prices to push Pakistan airfares up by 20-30%
Price of jet fuel has surged from Rs188.93 per litre to Rs342.32 per litre, PSO sources say
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Rajab Butt announces end of marriage With Emaan Fatima
Maintains that his son, Kiwan, takes precedence over all else
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Global shares skid as oil surge threatens inflation shock
Oil surges up to 30% in one of biggest daily jumps on record, European shares tumble to lowest in over two months
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Oil prices soar over 25% as Iran war rattles global markets
Supply cuts and Strait of Hormuz disruptions push crude to highest levels since 2022
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Trump, UAE leader discuss security as Iran strikes targets across Gulf
Emirati officials said such actions constitute violations of national sovereignty, pose a threat to regional stability
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Arooj Aftab joins War Child’s Help (2) charity album with Beck, Arctic Monkeys, and Olivia Rodrigo
Pakistani Grammy winner Arooj Aftab teams with Beck on War Child’s Help (2) album supporting kids in war zones
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Hong Kong, China stocks tumble as Iran war knocks Asian markets
China's yuan CNY=CFXS hit the weakest level in a month against the rebounding dollar =USD
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Japan urged to restart nuclear plants as Iran war threatens energy supply
Opposition leader says greater use of nuclear power could offset rising electricity costs
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Australians reach for VPNs, find porn sites blocked as online age-restrictions take effect
3 of the 15 most downloaded free apps on Monday were VPNs, a chart published by iPhone maker Apple showed
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Dozens wounded in Bahrain as Gulf suffers missile, drone attacks
Wounded included a 17-year-old girl, and a two-month-old baby, according to the ministry
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Airline shares battered as oil prices spike, Iran war intensifies
Since February 28, through March 8, more than 37,000 flights to and from the Middle East were cancelled
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China plans deeper fight against corruption with cross-border law
China's leadership has waged a broad anti-corruption crackdown across departments, targeting military top brass
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Tennis-Gauff retires from Indian Wells match due to arm pain
"It felt like a firework was going off inside of my arm, and then my whole arm felt like it was on fire," said Gauff
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HRW accuses Israel of 'unlawfully' using white phosphorus in new Lebanon attacks
Hezbollah said it was fighting Israeli forces who landed in eastern Lebanon by helicopter across the Syrian border
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Bangladesh shuts universities early to save power amid energy crisis
The country imposed daily limits on Friday on fuel sales after panic buying and stockpiling
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Who is Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei?
After air strike kills Ayatollah Khamenei, son Mojtaba steps into power
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Iran says ‘doesn't want to harm ordinary Americans’ as official warns US of ‘uncontrollable consequences’ for civilian attacks
Iran says ceasefire talks are 'irrelevant' while military confrontations continue, focus is on 'defending homeland'
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Energy targets hit as war enters second week
Iranian panel meets to select new supreme leader
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Govt finalises energy conservation plan
Several austerity measures to be announced today
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China moves to ease Pak-Afghan tensions
Beijing's envoy visits Kabul; Yue Xiaoyong holds talks with FM Muttaqi; Says China backs peaceful engagement
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Why US-China trade matters more than ever
Structured cooperation, not decoupling, is key to global markets, supply chains and geopolitical stability
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Gulf war risks global economic shock
Escalating tensions could disrupt energy markets, deepen economic instability
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Super tax: short order, long panic
Until court's detailed reasoning, administrative restraint will be wiser revenue strategy
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Private sector key to defence export target
Without reform, licensing overhaul and long-term capital, export targets will remain aspirational
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Prioritising domestic energy supply
With reserves of 186b tonnes, Thar lignite provides hedge against price shocks
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CII clarifies Zakat-Sadaqa difference
Dr Raghib Naeemi urges donors to ensure Zakat reaches deserving
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Fuel price hike hits fishermen hard
Costs soar as global seafood demand remains weak
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Shortage of medicines, formula milk looms large
Supply of medicines, baby milk, and vaccines is likely to be affected by ongoing war in Gulf
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Zardari, Shehbaz back women empowerment
Say equal opportunities necessary for development
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'Pokopia' becomes highest-rated Pokémon game of all time
Ditto spin-off earns strong reviews on Nintendo Switch 2
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Rosanna Arquette slams Quentin Tarantino's 'overuse' of n-word in films
'Pulp Fiction' actress calls director's frequent use of racial slur 'racist and creepy'
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Saheefa Jabbar Khattak faces backlash over staff hiring remarks
Some social media users demand she issue an apology
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Sony faces multi-billion-dollar UK lawsuit
Japanese entertainment giant accused of overcharging millions of PlayStation users
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Halle Berry explains decade-long interview avoidance
Says she stopped doing them after media coverage focused only on her relationships
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First Lady Aseefa urges cooperation ahead of nationwide polio campaign's rollout
Says years of sustained efforts have brought the country closer to eradication
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FM Dar calls on US, Iran to uphold ceasefire commitment after talks end without agreement
Vance says it's bad news for Iran, much more than the United States of America
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Trump thanks Pakistan for hosting talks, announces US Navy blockade of Hormuz
IRGC threatens to trap enemies in ‘deadly whirlpools’ of Hormuz as Iranian adviser claims firm control over strait
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Vance leaves Islamabad after 21-hour talks end without agreement, praises Pakistan’s mediation efforts
The Iranian delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, also departs from Pakistan after holding talks
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The art of the table: Pakistan’s history of making adversaries talk
Fifty years of brokering peace for others, can the 'Islamabad Talks' mark a turning point for Pakistan’s diplomacy?
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THE GREAT GOLD SQUEEZE
Gold has long balanced sentiment and survival—but rising prices are reshaping that equation.
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Two dead, three injured as unidentified gunmen open fire in Quetta
CM Bugti condemns the attack, seeks a report of the incident
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President Zardari congratulates Iraqi President Nizar Amidi on winning election
Reaffirms Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen its fraternal relations with the republic
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Gilgit-Baltistan elections to be held on June 7
Polls will be held under Election Act 2017 and G-B Order 2018
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Of means and memes
Can memes be harmless fun or propaganda as the US and Iran use real death and destruction
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Why Gen Z has trouble saying 'forever'
'Let’s see where this goes' is the new language of commitment.
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Where the sky bleeds henna
Ghalib, Faiz, and Hallaj echo through a contemporary English voice
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Return of the rising curve
Pakistan tops the Global Terrorism Index 2026, but the ranking tells a deeper story than numbers alone
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The weaponisation of the Internet
Attempts to restrict online access have increased across the world, making 2025 the highest on record for such curbs
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Leaders unite in praising Pakistan's peace role
PTI said the talks should help 'advance the collective interests of the Muslim Ummah'
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Oil industry fears Rs100b inventory loss
Calls steep diesel price reduction corporate setback, systemic shock
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Pak-Iran transit corridor opened
First consignment, carrying frozen meat, dispatched to Tashkent
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High yields cause Rs600b losses
Banks' capital buffers erode; fixed-income rout wipes out sector gains
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Gold prices drop by Rs700 in Pakistan as global rates fall
The price of 10 grams of gold decreased by Rs600 to Rs426,064
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SSGC to suspend gas supply to Sindh industry for 24 hours
Says temporary suspension part of efforts to stabilise system while maintaining supply to priority segments
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Short-term inflation at 74-week high
SPI enters double digits at 12.15% YoY on war-driven high energy, food prices
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Peace talks revive IP pipeline hopes
Officials say Iran willing to extend gas sale agreement for another decade
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ADB says budget gaps delayed loan
Ministry terms Rs413b difference as statistical gap between civil, cash accounting
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UK will not join US blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Minister says difference of agreement with Iran has undoubtedly strained things with Trump administration
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Tehran ready to reach ‘balanced' deal that guarantees lasting regional peace: Pezeshkian
Cites “double standards” by the US as main obstacle to reaching an agreement in a call with Russian President Putin
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Iran's Guards will view military vessels approaching Strait of Hormuz as ceasefire breach
Say it is open for the safe passage of non-military vessels in accordance with specific regulations
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Economic shock of Middle East war to cast shadow over IMF, World Bank meetings
IMF and World Bank warn war will slow global growth and raise inflation, hitting poorer nations hardest
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Israeli strike kills infant girl in south Lebanon during father's funeral
Taleen was born in 2024, in the last round of fierce clashes between Hezbollah and Israel
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Iran says it identified 3,375 people killed in US-Israeli attacks
Forensic chief says foreign nationals among dead
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Ghalibaf says US failed to earn Iran’s trust despite 'goodwill, forward-looking initiatives'
Foreign ministry spokesperson says talks reached agreement on several points, but views differed on 2 important issues
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Iran's vice president vows to defend rights from Hormuz to compensation
Mohammad Reza Aref stresses unity, says Tehran will stand firm on key demands following 'Islamabad Talks'
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Peruvians vote in crowded presidential race as runoff looms
Disillusioned voters cast ballots in Peru’s high-stakes election with no clear leader
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Israel's Ben-Gvir storms Al-Aqsa Mosque again, seeking greater access
Such incursions by Ben-Gvir are typically carried out without prior public announcement
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Gaza aid flotilla aims to break Israeli blockade
New humanitarian flotilla departs Spain in renewed bid to reach blockaded Gaza
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Saudi Arabia restores full capacity on East-West oil pipeline to 7m bpd after attacks
Strikes also disrupt operations at key oil, gas, refining, petrochemical and electricity sites in Riyadh
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At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti’s historic Laferriere Citadel
Deadly stampede at Haiti’s UNESCO-listed citadel leaves dozens dead, toll may rise
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Turkiye brands Netanyahu ‘Hitler of our times’ as flotilla case sparks sharp war of words
This was in response to Netanyahu and the Israeli defence minister's lashing out at Turkiye's indictment
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China offers incentives to Taiwan following opposition leader's visit
Beijing expands outreach to Taiwan with incentives such as easing tourist curbs, facilitating food sales
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction















































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