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The politics behind Indo-Pak war
A fulsome economy alone cannot pass for greatness
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Ben Affleck, Islamophobia and global stakes of speaking up
When someone like Affleck uses his platform to push back against lazy stereotypes
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Fiery forest fires
Rising temperatures, prolonged droughts and erratic weather patterns have turned Pakistan's forests into tinderboxes.
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Growing Israeli aggression
Israeli forces fired at a diplomatic delegation near the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.
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Elusive targets
The task for economic managers is to keep going and not to look back
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Rethinking the Kashmir dispute post-Pahalgam
Maybe it is time to revisit the four-point formula put forth during the Musharraf era
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5SOS’s Michael Clifford and Awsten Knight spark collab rumors after LA meetup
5SOS’s Michael Clifford and Waterparks’ Awsten Knight spotted in LA, fueling fan buzz about a potential collab.
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France arrests 55 men in crackdown on paedophile ring
French police tracked child abusers for 10 months in Telegram ring; suspects face trafficking charges, life in prison
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Pakistan nuclear security regime foolproof: FO
Spokesperson takes exception to ex-US NSA’s statement
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Four dead, 17 trapped after landslides hit southwest China
Aerial footage shows mud-covered village in Guizhou; China issues Level II alert, sends rescue team to disaster site
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Modi says Pakistan will not get water from Indian-controlled rivers
Pakistan’s AG says willing to discuss water issues but only under terms of the legally binding Indus Waters Treaty
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Two labourers inaugurate four-star restaurant, championing dignity for the working class
A cobbler, Shakeel Ahmad, and baker, Ahmad Din, cut the ribbon to inaugurate the first four-star hotel in Azad Kashmir
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Trump administration blocks Harvard’s ability to enroll foreign students
US ends SEVP certification; international students must transfer or lose legal status, says Homeland Security
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Asked why India sought truce? Military sources reply: ‘We don’t humiliate enemy’
Sources spoke to senior journalists at the Presidency on sidelines of Gen Asim Munir's 'Field Marshal Baton' ceremony
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Kid Cudi admits Cassie Ventura ‘played’ him, in his action-packed Diddy trial testimony
Kid Cudi testified that Diddy broke into his home and his car was set on fire after dating Cassie.
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Flash floods kill three, isolate thousands on Australia's southeast coast
NSW Police report 590 flood rescues, many by helicopter; several lives lost, says Assistant Commissioner Waddell
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K-Electric seeks tariff cut by Rs5 per unit
If approved, the reduction would provide consumers with relief worth Rs6.79 billion, representatives told NEPRA
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James Corden makes Broadway comeback a year after leaving The Late Late Show
James Corden returns to Broadway in New York starring in ART after leaving The Late Late Show in 2023.
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COAS Gen Asim Munir formally receives 'Baton of Field Marshal'
President Asif Ali Zardari and PM Shehbaz Sharif jointly conferred the 'Baton of Field Marshal' on COAS Munir.
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Gold prices drop in Pakistan as global rates fall
The local price per tola dropped by Rs1,900, mirroring a decline in international markets.
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Pakistan ready for talks if India shows seriousness: Dar
Deputy PM says Pakistan’s Kashmir stance is truthful and transparent, unlike India’s
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Lahore Qalandars beat Karachi Kings by 6 wickets in HBL PSL Eliminator 1
Kings posted target of 191, but Abdullah, Fakhar helped Qalandars chase it down with 8 balls to spare
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Kim Kardashian graduates after six years in law program, proving slow and steady wins race
Kim Kardashian graduates from six-year law program delayed by pandemic, balancing family, business, and legal advocacy
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Army says ‘no one can coerce Pakistan through use or threat of force’
Corps commanders vow to ‘decimate hostile elements trained and financed to incite chaos’ in Pakistan
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Field Marshal Asim Munir meets PCC chief, backs crypto and AI push
Pakistan eyes tech for economic growth, stressing youth’s key role in driving innovation and global relevance
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Kanye West renounces antisemitism after years of controversial remarks
Rapper Kanye West publicly rejects antisemitism in social media posts, reversing previous inflammatory statements.
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Arsenal sued by 63-year-old kit man over firing for pro-Palestine posts
Former Arsenal kit man sues club for wrongful dismissal over pro-Palestine posts on social media.
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Trump confronts Ramaphosa with discredited "white genocide" claims, using Congo images
Trump ambushed Ramaphosa with false claims of "white genocide" in South Africa, showing Congo photos.
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Travis Hunter to marry longtime girlfriend ahead of Jaguars rookie NFL season
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter and fiancée Leanna Lenee set Tennessee wedding date before his NFL debut.
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Bitcoin hits new all-time high of $111,000
Bitcoin surged past $111,000 as regulatory optimism and institutional interest fuel a strong rally amid uncertainty.
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Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji, Noah Centineo, Roman Reigns in talks for new 'Street Fighter' film
Jason Momoa and others are in early talks to join the upcoming 'Street Fighter' adaptation directed by Kitao Sakurai.
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House passes President Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax bill
President Trump’s tax bill passes House 215-214, moving to Senate amid GOP split and deficit concerns.
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Austria’s 2025 Eurovision winner JJ urges ban on Israel ahead of 2026 contest
Austria’s 2025 Eurovision winner JJ calls for Israel’s exclusion from 2026 contest.
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GloRilla's alleged confirmation of getting plastic surgery sparks stir on social media
GloRilla’s tweet about a nose job fuels online speculation and fan reactions ahead of her BET Awards 2025 performance.
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Geralt’s voice actor shuts down ‘woke’ claims over Ciri lead in The Witcher 4
Geralt’s voice actor Doug Cockle defends Ciri as lead in The Witcher 4, dismissing “woke” claims.
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MrBeast becomes only self-made billionaire under 30 as net worth hits $1 billion
MrBeast joins billionaires list at 27, becoming the only under-30 member without inherited wealth, reports say.
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PM pledges faster reforms as IMF hails economic turnaround
Both sides expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of current policy measures
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North Korea’s new warship damaged in launch failure
Kim Jong Un calls North Korea’s destroyer launch failure a “criminal act” and promises accountability.
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Finland finishes 35 km of Russia border fence to curb migration
Border Guard says fence is vital to counter “orchestrated migration” from Russia
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Baldur's Gate 3 publisher criticises Randy Pitchford's $80 Borderlands 4 remark
Baldur’s Gate 3 publisher calls Randy Pitchford’s $80 Borderlands 4 remarks “gross,” amidst cost-of-living crisis.
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CERN scientists 'transport' antimatter from France to Switzerland
CERN scientists have for the first time transported antimatter safely outside their lab, crossing borders.
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Japan taxi driver accused of drugging, raping 50 women over 15 years
Suspect reportedly stored 3,000 explicit videos; police say assaults may involve up to 50 victims since 2008.
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Measles exposure alert issued after Shakira concert at MetLife stadium
Fans at Shakira’s MetLife possibly exposed to the world’s most infectious disease amid declining US vaccination rates.
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China says Trump weaponising space with ‘Golden Dome’
China warns the Golden Dome missile defense could spark an arms race and breach space treaties, escalating risks.
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US retail chain Wallmart lays off 1500 staff to 'simplify' its structure
Walmart plans to cut 1,500 corporate roles to simplify its structure and boost innovation amid rising tariff costs.
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UK court order derails Chagos Islands deal just before signing
The challenge highlights long-standing exclusion of displaced Chagossians
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Islamabad will provide evidence BLA, TTP are Indian-backed proxies: Khawaja Asif
Defence minister levels blame for Khuzdar bomb attack on India
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Ruben Amorim retains Manchester United's backing despite Europa League loss
Man Utd stands behind Ruben Amorim despite Europa League loss, but cracks grow after club's worst season in 50 years.
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Senate condemns Khuzdar school bus attack
Senator Vawda seeks defence budget hike, calls for doubling salaries of military personnel.
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Klarna used AI avatar of CEO to deliver Q1 financial earnings
Klarna used an AI avatar of CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski to present its earnings, highlighting AI’s role in growth.
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CJP stresses harmony among state organs
Reaffirms resolve to introduce reforms in judiciary
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PTI shifts mobilisation to the south
K-P CM's scheduled to visit Karachi on Jan 9 as party builds momentum toward Feb 8 protest
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ECP seeks explanation from CM's aide
Jan had blamed election supervisor for electoral irregularities in Haripur
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Young woman riding bike killed by trailer
Second female biker to die in recent months
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Four bodies recovered from manhole
CM orders immediate action over the incident
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Hyderabad declared 'no-fly zone' for kites
Multiple injuries reported due to kite string cutting into necks and bodies of victims
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PSX smashes through 179,000 mark as bulls stay firmly in control
Historic session sees KSE-100 leap 2,679 points to new all-time high
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Food, housing consume 63% of household spending in Pakistan
Double-digit inflation, currency devaluation and IMF conditions deepen pressure on middle-income households
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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Pakistan proposes 5% levy on mobile imports to fund local manufacturing effort
Government expects to collect $368m under new electronic device manufacturing policy
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CCP imposes Rs2.36b penalties in 2025
Issues 47 notices to undertakings involved in cartelisation, price-fixing, prohibited agreements, deceptive practices
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Energy sector sees mixed results in 2025 amid circular debt, reform efforts
Debt settlement a short-term solution; market opening welcomed
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State Bank's reserves edge up to $15.91b
Central bank holdings rise $13m as total deposits reach $21b; 2026 starts with softer bullion prices
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PSX kicks off new year on bullish note
KSE-100 index surges 2,300 points to record high
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DGPC delays action on ownership change
Says petroleum rights holders must disclose changes in shareholding, capital issuance
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Will we see upgraded Railways fleets by the end of 2026?
Minister says PR to become Rs100b revenue-earning entity; experts warn track, signalling issues still pose safety risk
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Government urged to sue India over 'water war'
Experts allege Indus Waters Treaty violations after Chenab flows drop; farmers warn of crop losses
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Families see relief from falling food prices, but urban cost pressures persist
Inflation at 5.6% for month of December; CPI averages 3.5% in 2025
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Electricity consumers given Rs8.35 per unit relief in 2025, Power Division claims
Annual report reveals talks with IPPs eliminated financial burden of Rs3,400b on consumers and national exchequer
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Traders declare 2025 'worst year' for businesses in country's history
AKTA cites widespread closures, soaring inflation and unemployment, warns of no economic recovery in sight for 2026
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Power tariff likely to be cut by Rs0.72
Total relief estimated at Rs5.6b; NEPRA concludes hearing on fuel cost revision
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Trump warns US will intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters
Violent clashes erupt as economic crisis sparks largest demonstrations in three years
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Swiss authorities begin identifying victims of bar fire that killed 40, injured 115
Families await confirmation through DNA testing as severe burns delay identification
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Dollar makes soft start to 2026 after biggest annual drop in eight years
Major currencies extend 2025 gains against dollar as markets await US data and Fed leadership signals
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Brazil Supreme Court rejects Bolsonaro plea
Brazil's Supreme Court found Bolsonaro guilty of conspiring to stay in power after narrowly losing 2022 elections
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DR Congo accuses Rwanda of killing 1,500 civilians in past month
M23 has seized swathes of the mineral-rich Congolese east with Rwanda's backing
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Fresh clashes kill 6 in Iran cost-of-living protests
Fars reported that the buildings were "severely damaged" and that police arrested several people
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Drone strike in Kherson kills 20
More than 100 revellers gathered at the hotel the night of the attack
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'IS planned New Year's Eve church attacks'
IS planned suicide operations and attacks targeting celebrations
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Leftist Mamdani begins first day as New York mayor
Around 4,000 ticketed guests are expected to attend the event outside City Hall
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BD's Jamaat-e-Islami open to unity govt
Surveys suggest JI will finish a close second to BNP
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Iran's Fars Agency Reports 3 More Killed In Fresh Clashes
Rioters exploited a protest in Azna, Lorestan, to attack a police station
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Alex Pereira confirms relationship with UFC fighter Tracy Cortez in New Year post
Alex Pereira marked the new year by confirming his relationship with fellow UFC fighter Tracy Cortez in Instagram post
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Bashir, Potts in England squad for final Ashes Test
The tourists look to finish the series on a high
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What to look out for in the Premier League transfer window
Salah's future remains uncertain following his public outburst at being dropped by Slot
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El Kaabi becomes AFCON hero
His overhead kicks secure Morocco’s place at the top of Group A
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Frank accepts 'boring' jibes from Spurs fans
They were held to a dour 0-0 draw by Brentford
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Narvaez, Ruegg to defend Tour Down Under titles
Elite riders will compete on Adelaide roads as World Tour season opens
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Tsitsipas eyes fresh start in 2026 after injury-hit season
The former world number three played only two singles rubbers for Greece l
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Toothless Liverpool held by Leeds
Both sides settled with a 0-0 draw at Anfield
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Manchester City's title bid dented
Sunderland stalemate left the Guardiola’s side four points behind leaders Arsenal
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England fight for scraps in final Ashes clash
The visitors are 3-1 down in the five-match series
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Khawaja to retire after Ashes finale
The 39-year-old will pad up for the last time in Sydney
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Babar Azam equals Jos Buttler’s T20 record after Sixers’ BBL win
Former Pakistan captain becomes the joint third-highest player in terms of half-centuries in T20 cricket
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Chelsea part ways with manager Maresca
The Italian joined the Blues in 2024 after steering Leicester City to EPL promotion
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Tsitsipas considered quitting tennis
He was struggling with a serious back pain during 2025
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Sudan lose to Burkina Faso in AFCON
They are likely to face champions Senegal in the last 16











































































































