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Viewing Middle East through four lenses
The future of Middle East is the only future of any region that is predictable
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Rafales, Tejas and us
Reactions to different crashes from Pakistanis, Indians tell a story that encapsulates the complicated relatioship
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Broken windows effect
Visible signs of disorder create more disorder and small, unchecked crimes lead to bigger ones
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Wasteful billions
Tens of thousands of incidents are reported each year and around a dozen types of snakes are poisonous
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Faisalabad factory blast
Commercial establishments, even those that pose serious danger, continue to operate in residential neighbourhoods
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Behave or perish
It is a foregone conclusion that trade and terrorism cannot go hand in hand
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Capture and corruption
Societies that count on collective strength from their people reap inclusive benefits for all
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Global Climate Pact passed without any mention of fossil fuels
The EU dropped fossil-fuel language after Saudi Arabia and others opposed any mention of a transition
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Punjab revises school admissions policy, updates syllabus and textbooks for 2026
New academic year to commence on April 1, 2026, with free textbooks in govt schools to be distributed from April 5
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Dumper Association chief Liaquat Mehsud denied bail in Karachi rioting, firing case
Court cites evidence of firing and acts aimed at spreading terror in Nov 3 incident
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K-P facing deep crisis due to PTI's incompetence: Sikandar Sherpao
QWP leader says provincial govt's focus is only on Imran Khan’s release and protest politics
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22 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza despite ceasefire
Israeli blasts hit homes and sites in eastern Rafah and Khan Younis, causing casualties in the yellow zone
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K-P becomes first province to introduce digital payments law
Initiative taken to encourage small, informal businesses to enter formal economy without fear of immediate taxation
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Faster internet, improved connectivity for users as new submarine cable lands in Pakistan
Offering more than 100 Tbps of total capacity, SEA-ME-WE 6 will provide one of the lowest-latency routes
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Chinese experts gather to explore space science development
Conference to host 50 sessions on space science, exploration, optics, materials and innovation
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“Raising a child is not an easy task,” says actor Sanam Saeed
UNICEF launches ‘Bachpan Bemisaal’ series with Bilal Maqsood
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Road crash, roof collapse claim eleven lives in K-P
Deadly Hiace-car collision on Karak–Indus Highway leaves six dead, nine injured; five die in Nowshera roof collapse
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PPP, PML-N reaffirm support for Sarfraz Bugti amid in-house change rumours in Balochistan
Swirling speculation emerged after claims that President Zardari expressed reservations over Bugti's performance
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Pakistan lose to Nepal after a brave fight in blind women's T20 cricket World Cup
India defeated Australia by nine wickets to book their place in the final
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Macron warns G20 is “at risk” as bloc struggles with global crises
G20 in South Africa adopts climate declaration without US input, a move Washington calls shameful
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New Zealand sweep West Indies ODI series
The hosts eased to 162-6 off 30.2 overs in the third ODI at Hamilton
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Eight terrorists killed during Bannu IBO: ISPR
President Asif Zardari, PM Shehbaz praised and saluted the courage of the security forces for successful operation
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Pakistan outclass Sri Lanka by seven wickets in the third T20 of the tri-series
Sahibzada Farhan's unbeaten 80 helped Green Shirts successfully chase the target of 129 runs
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Washington State resident dies in first confirmed H5N5 bird flu case
Older adult from Grays Harbor with health issues dies; owned backyard flock of mixed domestic birds
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Head stars as Australia thrash England
The left-hander smashed a 69-ball century chasing 201 in Ashes Opener
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South Africa 247-6 after India's Kuldeep takes three
Tristan Stubbs missed out a well-deserved half-century by a run
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Master Paints reach main SQ Seagold Polo Cup final
HK Polo qualify for subsidiary final of the event
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Pakistan, EU pledge to deepen trade and investment ties via GSP plus scheme during Brussels talks
Dialogue also offered an opportunity to exchange views on regional, global developments, including South Asia, says FO
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Italy edge into Davis Cup final
They played an epic tie-break to beat Belgium 2-0
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F1 championship leader Norris grabs 'stressful' Las Vegas pole
He clocked a fastest time of one minute 47.934 seconds in treacherous conditions
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Curiosity cultivates change in attitudes at T20 World Cup for blind women
Sri Lanka and India are co-hosting the inaugural event
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Lawyers, police clash outside SHC during protest against 27th Amendment
Officers' uniforms torn amid intense sloganeering; Bar assures action against those involved in violence
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E-challan system for traffic violations goes live in Rawalpindi
Automated ticketing linked to Safe City Command, Control Centre; over 2,000 cameras to monitor violations
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PM Shehbaz Sharif approves committee for the 2026 South Asian Games
The multi-discipline event is scheduled to take place in January 2026
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Special Olympics Winter Games winners' achievements celebrated in Islamabad
To encourage the players, the Pakistan Sports Board and Special Olympics distributed cash awards
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Federal government removes restrictions on gold trade
Federal Cabinet approves reinstatement of key trade regulations
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Pakistan defeat Sri Lanka A to reach the Asia Cup Rising Stars final
Shaheens will now face Bangladesh A in the final of the tournament on Sunday
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Stokes leads England's fightback
Australian captain Starc took seven as 19 wickets fall in Ashes
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Norris on top at Las Vegas GP practice
The track action was halted as a precautionary measure with 20 minutes to run
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Palmer's Chelsea return delayed
He broke his toe in home accident
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Nortje returns to South Africa T20 squad
They will play India in a five-match series
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Dera Ismail Khan’s first bird tower gives urban birds a new home
Structure inspired by Iranian pigeon houses aims to support local bird population
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Lahore Police intensify crackdown on pollution amid worsening smog
410 individuals arrested for emitting smoke from factories, shops, brick kilns, major contributors to smog
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Tarar urges unified D-8 media strategy
Calls for countering misinformation, promoting peaceful narratives
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G20 envoys agree draft declaration
US has said it will boycott summit
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Delhi, Kabul to launch air cargo services
Two countries seek to reset ties amid soured relations with common neighbour Pakistan
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Ukraine in a catch-22 situation
Trump’s plan to end war pushed back by Zelensky, welcomed by Putin
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Two Palestinians killed in West Bank clashes
Palestinian health ministry said Israeli forces fatally shot two teenagers in town of Kufr Aqab
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Iran seeks new framework for accessing bombed nuclear sites
FM Araghchi says new approach should be taken for monitoring of country’s nuclear sites attacked in war with Israel
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COP30 deal under threat
Nations clash over fossil fuels
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Shehbaz approves 24 key diplomatic appointments
Andrabi made permanent representative to UN
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Time will judge 26th amendment: minister
Tarar says only parliament can amend Constitution
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SC to take up Imran cases tomorrow
CJP-led bench to hear 13 different appeals
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PTI, opp bloc stand firm as govt moves to deter strike
Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning
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Pakistan puts Starlink approval on hold
Cites monitoring gaps, geopolitical sensitivities
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Top court finally heeds PTI's prayers
Conveys concerns relating to Imran meetings to authorities
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Imambargah blast mastermind netted
Three others also arrested from K-P; Naqvi points finger at India; Says terror network operate from Afghanistan
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Senate pledges support for investment
Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth
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Water supply suspension halts SITE industries
Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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Export relief may prove temporary fix
Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF
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IT talent export to KSA hits new high
Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs
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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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WHO says one person dead from Nipah virus in Bangladesh
35 people who had contact with the patient are being monitored and have tested negative for the virus
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China launches reusable experimental spacecraft into orbit
This marks the 4th launch of a reusable rocket since 2020
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US body urges action as violence against religious minorities rises in India
Commission points to mob attacks, home demolitions, arrests linked to conversion allegations
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Russia launches large missile, drone strike against Ukrainian energy system
Zelenskiy says that overnight attack involved 400 drones, 40 missiles of varying kinds
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US plans meeting for Gaza 'Board of Peace' in Washington on Feb 19, Axios reports
The talks will follow Netanyahu’s White House visit, could shape Gaza’s post-war governance
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Trump says US, Iran held ‘very good talks’ in Oman, warns of steep consequences without deal
Indirect negotiations focused on Iran’s nuclear programme as Washington announces fresh sanctions
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Iberian storm crisis intensifies
Over 7,000 people have been forced to leave their homes in the southern Andalusia region
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Bangladesh JI leader seeks power
Rahman, a 67-year-old doctor and preacher, hopes his 11-party alliance could deliver him victory
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Some UAE companies pull out of Saudi defence show as Gulf rift spills into business
World Defence Show is set to take place in the Saudi capital Riyadh from February 8-12
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White House deletes racist Trump post depicting Obamas as apes
Trump shared a video promoting false 2020 fraud claims, featuring an AI-generated clip mocking the Obamas
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US announces new sanctions targeting Iran’s oil exports after Oman talks
US to block transactions with 14 vessels over Iranian oil, sanctioning 15 entities and two individuals
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Iran says talks with US in Oman were 'good start'
FM Araqhchi says officials from both sides will return home for consultations; 'wall of mistrust' should be overcome
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Canada, France deepen Arctic ties with Greenland consulates
Move comes as Trump revives bid for Greenland, reigniting concerns over Arctic sovereignty and security
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Hasina’s absence alters Gopalganj’s political landscape ahead of February 12 Polls
Without Awami League’s "boat" symbol, Gopalganj’s election landscape shifts, with rival parties gaining ground
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Famine spreading in Darfur
Conflict between RSF and Sudan army rages on, killing, displacing tens of thousands
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Faheem Ashraf's blistering knock takes Pakistan over the line in T20 World Cup opener
Faheem Ashraf unbeaten on 29 from 11, hitting two fours and three sixes
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Alexandrova rallies to advance to Abu Dhabi finals
She defeated Baptiste 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3
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Man City confront Anfield hoodoo
Arsenal are already enjoying a six-point lead at the top of the table
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Leeds boost survival bid with win over relegation rivals Forest
Jayden Bogle and Noah Okafor scored in 3-1 victory
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Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics open with dazzling ceremony
The extravaganza reflected the most geographically widespread Olympics in history
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Suryavanshi smashes 175 as India win Under-19 World Cup final
They thumped England by 100 runs
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Salman defends 'X factor' Tariq's action
Pakistan will face Netherlands in the tournament opener
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Suryavanshi smashes record in U19 World Cup final
He smashed 175 off just 80 balls
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There will be nerves at home: Yadav
They will start their campaign against the United States
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Dortmund dare to dream as Bayern falter
They cut the defending champions lead by five points
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Inter eyeing chance to put pressure on title rivals Milan
They are eyeing to stretch lead to eight points
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Real Madrid seeking consistency over magic
They will face Valencia in La Liga on Sunday
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Carrick relishing Frank reunion
Spurs are 14th in the table after a miserable EPL season
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Guardiola lauds 'world's best Haaland
The striker has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances
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Spin woes, injury and poor form dog Australia
Hazlewood is the latest member of the squad to miss the tournament











































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