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Risk or reward?: Even a child of 12 years must be told before clinical trial, say speakers
Doctor stresses clinical trials without patient’s consent are unethical, illegal.
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The BackBencher: Are turtle eggs halal or haram? MPAs want to know
In an intense debate over the list of endangered birds, the speaker of the assembly asked: Are owls banned too?”.
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Global audience: 5 Karachi students all set for LA science fair
The Intel International Science and Engineering Fair selects the best out of 7m students.
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International Mother Language Day: Make Sindhi a national language to preserve it, demand nationalists
Writer Yousuf Sindhi suggests protests outside schools that do not teach Sindhi.
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Law makers assemble: Assembly vows to ensure full enrolment
Nisar Khuhro claims action is being taken against unfair appointments.
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Develop your child’s mind with multi-sensory methods: Experts
Panellists agree that knowing more than one language is beneficial for children .
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‘Improve textbooks and abolish exams in primary education’
Speakers call for a change in policies and condemn emphasis of memorisation over understanding.
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The Raku show at IVS
Unique pottery pieces are created through a painstaking process.
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Close call: 2 unexploded bombs found in Musharraf Colony
The Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) has reached the scene.
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Fahad Aziz torture case: SHC orders inclusion of 4 private doctors to medical board
Earlier board only had govt doctors, MQM requested for inclusion of private medical practitioners to ensure neutrality
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Tragedy averted: Car packed with explosives seized in Karachi
BDS official said that the car was packed with 400kg of materials, including 120kg of explosives.
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From Dubai to Karachi: WWF-P embarks on voyage to explore marine life
A sailing voyage in the Arabian Sea was undertaken from Feb 19 and will end on 28.
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Conventional system of rote-learning leaves no room for creativity, complain teachers
Experts, teachers speak out against traditional methods and stress on networking.
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Against terrorism: Rangers call for citizens’ cooperation
Citizens must report any unattended parcel, bag, container or vehicle on the numbers provided.
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‘Skype, ePals will help reinforce academic concepts in students’
Panelists stress the need to integrate new media into the mainstream education.
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‘Protect your heritage, not for yourself but for your children’
Speakers urge teachers to play their role in educating students about their legacy .
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Fun in the sun: Beaconhouse holds festival across 39 branches
Festival was held for students, their parents and entire community.
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Come one, come all: Book fair hopes to combat declining reading trend
The fair will run till Saturday from 10am to 9pm.
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Wildlife: 21 newborns multiply Safari Park’s attraction
Animals born include black deer, black swan, horses, sheep and Sindh Ibex, were born at the park.
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After Karachi, unannounced operation to follow in rest of Sindh: PA speaker
Agha Siraj Durrani says outgoing IGP didn’t take him seriously when he asked him to visit volatile areas.
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Combatting dengue: Rs40b approved to prevent, control disease
Sindh plans to hire experts from Sri Lanka.
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Getting their act together: Sindh promises its children a better future
Political parties come together to sign a charter pledging to improve education .
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Lives cut short: Three ANP workers among five slain in Karachi
Four attackers on motorcycles open fire at car; 10-year-old killed.
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On the fence: ‘If everyone agrees, nuclear power is the best option’
Benefits, safety and security of nuclear plants discussed during seminar on Thursday.
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Unity of action lacking: PPP invites PML-F to join government
PML-F’s Imtiaz Shaikh offers his resignation as he was not kept in the loop.
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Lyari Expressway accident: 11th member of Quetta-based family dies
Five other members of the family are still battling for their lives at Civil hospital.
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Iqbal Mehmood takes over as acting IGP Sindh
After 25 years of service, Baloch had retired from police force on Wednesday.
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Petition on MQM worker’s killing aims to destabilise Karachi operation, SHC told
The bench called for comments from the prosecutor-general by February 27.
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Lady Willingdon: LHC directs government to submit demolition plan
The judge extended the stay against the demolition and directed the government to submit the project plan by Feb 21.
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Cylinder blast in Karachi injures 2
It was reportedly heard in the Metroville SITE area.
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Targeted attacks: Police ask shops to close early for safety
Over a dozen people have lost their lives on attacks on eateries in Gulshan-e-Iqbal in one year.
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High hopes: Christians want to be a part of Sindh government
Masih said that they want equal opportunities and resources in the government just like the Hindu community.
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Ruins of Moenjo Daro: Culture officials no-show at court
Judges adjourn hearing so that respondents can appear on the next date of hearing.
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Taxi driver murder case: Duty officer records statement in court
Following his statement, the court adjourned the case till today [Thursday].
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Preventative measures: Police dig up trenches in anticipation of attacks
Several police stations have been declared as sensitive.
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PML-F secretary general quits his post
Imtiaz Shaikh had developed differences with local party leaders. Key party meeting called for Thursday.
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No foul play: Gas pipeline explosion in Ghotki kills two
BDS officials rule out use of explosives, say accident was caused by high pressure and leakage.
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Tragedy strikes: Ten family members killed in accident
The victims include five women and five children.
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Revolutionising education: At Haque Academy, it is not limited to the ABC
The curriculum is designed to inculcate a more practical approach in classrooms.
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The forgotten values: PakTurk School students expose the wrongs in our society
The art pieces were based on the all-important values that have been forgotten by society.
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Stop that noise: No more music in public transport vehicles, warn traffic police
Hanif, however, denied the rumours about a threat having been received by the transport department from militants.
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End of service: Sindh’s silent police chief retires today
Shahid Nadeem Baloch was in the police force for over 25 years. Sanaullah Abbasi assumes charge of of DIG Hyderabad.
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BDS defuses bomb in Karachi
The explosive device weighed three to four kilogrammes and had ball-bearings, nut-bolts and nails attached to it.
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Dying economy: Viral disease taking its toll on cattle in Thar
Officials, Thari people deny transportation of affected animals to Karachi, Hyderabad for human consumption.
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Five bodies found, five others fall prey to target killings
Bodies of four victims bearing torture marks also found.
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Kidnapped and killed: Ghotki closes as JSMM leader found dead
His bullet-riddled body was found on Monday near a railway crossing in Bhiria Road in Naushero Feroze.
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Education emergency: ‘Education, not bombs, most effective weapon of 21st century’
Speakers at Sukkur Youth Convention say all hopes pinned on the youth.
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Mohen jo Daro: Preserving the ruins by ruining them
No precautions had been taken in the handling of one of the most cherished preserved historical sites in the world.
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Fearing backlash: MQM sets up committees to guard its areas
Police officials demand they should be included in these panels as well.
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Affordable option: Malaysia emerges as new study destination
Average yearly tuition fee in Malaysia is $6000 compared to $22,000 and $14,000 in US and UK, respectively.