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Govt, World Bank discuss $20b growth plan
Finance minister stresses fiscal, trade, and health reforms for sustainable development
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Mineral wealth stands at $8tr
Govt engages investors to extract reserves, plans conference for next month
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Minister urges port's role in boosting trade
The PQA chairman briefed the minister on ongoing projects.
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Top-listed firms paid Rs1.22tr in taxes in 2024
KSE-100 companies contributions rise 2.2% in CY24 accounting for nearly quarter direct tax collection
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PM to unveil relief steps for industries soon
Plans afoot to bring new bankruptcy law to help struggling industries recover
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Gold rises to fresh peak at Rs314,800 per tola
Bullion takes cue from global developments; rupee gains 4 paisa to 280.17 against dollar
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LSM growth contracts by 1.8%
Chances of recovery stay slim as high interest, import controls stifle growth
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Digital currency: regulating Pakatan's FinTech future
Cryptocurrency adoption in Pakistan is rooted in harsh economic realities.
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Seismic shift in US foreign policy
Trump's unilateral foreign policy actions also include withdrawing from World Health Organization
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Gen X and Gen Z in conversation
Gen X and Gen Z have much to learn from each other
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Dug-up Karachi
The ongoing transport infrastructure projects in Karachi are the notable cases in point.
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Education emergency
This figure is not just an indictment of the education system but also a violation of fundamental rights.
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Anti-govt drive
The rising incidents of terrorism in K-P and Balochistan.
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Message in a bottle
Globally, microplastic pollution has become a major topic of concern and worry among public health experts.
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Mortal Kombat 2 Teases Epic Showdown with Shao Kahn and Johnny Cage
Mortal Kombat 2 stills reveal Karl Urban as Johnny Cage, Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn, and Adeline Rudolph as Kitana.
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Modi makes debut on Truth Social, highlights friendship with Trump in first post
Truth Social, owned by Trump Media and linked to former US President Trump, launched on Monday with PM Modi’s debut.
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Taylor Swift’s casual outfit on date with Travis Kelce sparks debate among fans
Taylor Swift’s casual date night look with Travis Kelce sparks debate, with fans torn between chic and tacky.
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Violence erupts in India's Nagpur amid controversy over Aurangzeb's tomb
In response, police used cane charges and tear gas to control the situation, resulting in the injuries of four people.
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Harvard announces free tuition for students from families earning up to $200,000
Harvard will provide free tuition for students from families earning $200k or less, expanding financial aid in 2025.
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Harvard to provide free tuition for families earning under $200k annually
Harvard’s new move, starting in 2025-26, aims to make the institution more affordable and accessible to more students
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Trump warns Iran over Houthi attacks on US, foreign ships in Red Sea
The US struck the Houthis in response to their repeated attacks on Red Sea shipping, threatening vital trade routes
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Researchers warn of rising heart disease risk due to hot weather in coming decades
The study found that 7.3% of Australia's cardiovascular disease burden from 2003-2018 was linked to extreme heat
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PM discusses investment opportunities with Afiniti CEO
Shehbaz Sharif says he is overseeing programmes to equip Pakistan’s youth with IT, AI, and advanced tech skills.
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Actress Maryam Nafees blessed with baby boy
The actress and her husband, filmmaker Aman Ahmed, also posted heartwarming pictures holding their newborn.
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Pollution: A global concern
Pakistan’s high ranking in IQAir is deeply concerning
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Ford develops petrol-inspired fragrance for car enthusiasts
Petrol ranked higher than wine and cheese in terms of what people would miss when making the shift to electric cars.
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Modi claims Trump has clear roadmap for second term
Modi and Trump agreed to resolve tariff disputes, aiming for $500B trade by 2030 with a deal segment by fall 2025
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Syria to receive 2.5b euros in EU aid to support post-war recovery
Syria’s 14-year civil war has killed hundreds of thousands, displaced millions; EU pledges 2.5 billion euros in aid
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Pakistan-Afghan jirgas agree on ceasefire, reopening of Torkham border
The joint meeting led to an agreement to temporarily halt controversial construction on the Afghan side of the border.
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Brooke Warne launches new cooking channel
Late cricketing legend, Shane Warne's Daughter celebrates her new YouTube channel, sharing cooking videos.
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Naseer Soomro, Pakistan's tallest man, dies after prolonged illness
Standing at 7 feet 9 inches, Soomro had been suffering from a lung disease for several months
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Boxing set to make Olympic comeback in Los Angeles 2028
The IOC will vote on boxing’s inclusion in LA 2028 this week, with approval expected due to the sport's popularity
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Jenna Ortega teases Wednesday season 3 as season 2 nears completion
Jenna Ortega reveals that writers are brainstorming ideas for Wednesday season 3 while season 2 is in post-production.
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Decade-old ordnance explodes in Syrian port city, killing at least 16
White Helmets recovered 16 bodies, including 5 women, 5 children, after explosion in Latakia building; 18 injured
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Finance ministry refutes reports on Aurangzeb’s salaries, pensions statement
Ministry says finmin did not mention any revision of pay scales or salary increases for govt employees in his speech.
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Stranger Things season 5 trailer release could arrive sooner than expected
A viral fan theory suggests the Stranger Things season 5 trailer may drop on March 22, Will Byers' birthday.
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Second large oil, gas reserves discovered in Waziristan
MPCL informed PSX that new hydrocarbon reserves have been found in the Spin Wam-1 well, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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PTI decides to attend Parliamentary National Security Committee meeting
PTI has submitted a list of 14 names to National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq
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Gold prices soar to record high locally, internationally
In local markets, the 24-carat gold rate per tola increased by 1,100 rupees to hit a new record of 314,800 rupees
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Ana de Armas and Tom Cruise spotted together again, just a month after last sighting amid rumors
Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas were seen together in London again, continuing their close friendship with casual outings.
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Maitland Ward attributes her career shift for newfound respect
Maitland Ward discusses how her shift from Hollywood to adult films brought her more respect and empowerment.
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Will government employees get a pay and pension hike in the next budget?
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirms response in writing to the National Assembly.
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Rs200 prize bond winners for March 2025 draw announced
The National Savings Centre announced the winners of the Rs200 prize bond draw, held in Faisalabad on March 17, 2025.
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World Sleep Day 2025: MoltyFoam and Sleep Research Foundation unveil ground-breaking sleep study
The findings aim to raise awareness, change behaviour, and improve sleep quality across the country.
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The White Lotus star Jason Isaacs reflects on drug addiction, admits he 'liked not being himself' while celebrating 25 years sober
Isaacs, known for his roles in Harry Potter and The White Lotus, opens up about his battle with drug addiction.
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McGregor, Trump set to meet after President admits he's a fan
Donald Trump praised Conor McGregor’s fighting spirit in a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Michael Martin.
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Zakir Naik meets Nawaz Sharif, CM Maryam Nawaz in Raiwind
During the meeting at the Sharif family’s estate, the scholar and PML-N leaders reportedly discussed various issues.
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Alexandra Daddario stuns at Melbourne Grand Prix with VIP experience
Alexandra Daddario enjoys a VIP experience and dazzles at a star-studded pre-race gala at the Melbourne Grand Prix.
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PCT without Babar and Rizwan
PCB’s mismanagement, uncertainty, and poor infrastructure threaten Pakistan cricket’s future despite immense talent.
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Fans outraged as entirety of Looney Tunes removed from Max amid release of The Day the Earth Blew Up
Fans express outrage over Looney Tunes removal from Max, coinciding with the release of The Day the Earth Blew Up.
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PTCL warns of internet disruption during evenings from May 11-18
Company says maintenance activity is planned on one of its submarine cables to repair fault
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PM Shehbaz, Qatari counterpart discuss regional situation, reaffirm support for peace efforts
Qatar expresses support for Pakistan's mediation efforts aimed at ending US-Iran crisis through peaceful means
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President, PM pay tribute to armed forces on Marka-e-Haq's first anniversary
Says people in uniform and without stood united, showing courage, resilience, national resolve
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CDF Munir warns against any future misadventure, says response would be ‘far-reaching and painful’
Pakistan’s defence is 'completely impregnable' against external aggression, COAS assures on Marka-e-Haq's anniversary
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Top Gun, inverted
What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf
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India's Rafale dream shattered in combat
India's Rafale dream shattered in combat
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Three ‘Cs’ & a ceasefire: how Pakistan won Trump over
The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy
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The inner world of Meena Kumari
Behind cinematic mask, Meena Kumari emerges as a haunted poet; Tanha Chand traces solitude, longing, and resilience
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Pakistan, Bangladesh agree to boost trade, business, cultural ties
Naqvi meets Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs as both sides agree to boost ties
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Four policemen martyred in Bannu suicide bombing
Four policemen martyred in Bannu suicide bombing
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Pakistan, Bangladesh to combat drug trafficking
Naqvi signed on behalf of the Government of Pakistan, while Ahmed signed on behalf of the Bangladeshi government
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India misread Islamabad's peace intentions: envoy
Pak mission in US marks Marka-e-Haq anniversary
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US, Iran no closer to ending war
Strait of Hormuz calm after days of sporadic attacks
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India’s Baneful Blunder - A Year On!
The India-Pakistan showdown revealed how quickly perception battles can spiral into strategic instability
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More tribute than biopic
It thrills, it dazzles, it remembers—but does it truly reveal Michael Jackson?
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Aramco CEO warns 1 billion barrels lost will slow oil market recovery
Saudi energy giant posts 25% jump in quarterly profit even as Hormuz blockade chokes global oil supplies
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Govt mulls incentives for priority sectors
Various proposals relating to fiscal support, trade facilitation and sector-specific incentives were reviewed
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PSX jumps 5% on US-Iran peace hopes
KSE-100 index gains 8,122 points despite widening of trade deficit to $32b
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Dairy sector pushes for export growth
Seeks stronger financing support in meeting with commerce minister
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Chinese and Pakistani businessmen sign MoUs
FPCCI cites 10-year tax break in SEZs, Punjab's 'food basket' status to woo investors
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AI job fears vary across regions
Only 13% in Pakistan worried about AI replacing their work, survey finds
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PPL brings Faiz X-1 well on stream after decade
Production was ramped up in stages since its commissioning on February 25, 2026
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Govt plans 20,000 AI training programmes
MoITT aims to upskill millions; infrastructure, quality concerns loom
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Chinese investors eye Pakistan's EV sector
Express interest in assembly, battery manufacturing as govt finalises EV Battery Policy
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Export-led growth key to cutting $32b deficit
LCCI urges lower energy costs, SME zones as planning minister eyes $100b by 2035
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IMF budget talks begin next week
Rs230b in new taxes; PM seeks relief for salaried class, corporate sector
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Gold, silver prices show slight decline in local and global markets
Price of gold per tola declines by Rs400 in Pakistan
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Investors book gains amid US-Iran tensions
Heavyweight stocks drag KSE-100 down by 1,778 points on Strait of Hormuz conflict
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Pakistan world's largest illegal cigarette market
Tax shocks, weak enforcement, price gaps cause Rs350b annual tax revenue loss
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Industry warns against abrupt tariff cuts
Petrochemical, plastic sectors need policy stability for investment, says minister
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Israeli bill seeks to scrap Oslo Accords, block Palestinian state
Far-right lawmaker says proposal aims to cancel 1993 agreement, expand settlements in West Bank
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Top Gun, inverted
What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf
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Three ‘Cs’ & a ceasefire: how Pakistan won Trump over
The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy
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IRGC warns US of retaliation over further attacks on Iranian vessels
Iran's missiles are 'locked on American targets' as ceasefire frays around the Strait of Hormuz
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US, Iran no closer to ending war
Strait of Hormuz calm after days of sporadic attacks
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Iran can endure US blockade for months without major economic crisis: report
Iran’s oil output is falling under blockade pressure, and storage may run out within two months
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Fact Check: Hantavirus infection is not a confirmed side effect of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
Rumours emerge after viral Facebook post falsely claims Pfizer Covid jab causes hantavirus pulmonary infection
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How China's evolving consumer habits may protect the Amazon rainforest
Amazon rainforest loses vast acreage yearly, with 90% cleared land converted to cattle pasture
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Gaza flotilla activists to be released from Israel detention and deported
Human rights group Adalah says it will monitor to ensure the release goes ahead
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Experts race to write guidance to contain first ship-borne hantavirus outbreak
First cruise-ship hantavirus outbreak kills three, infects eight; new safety protocols needed fast.
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US, Iran no closer to ending war as Gulf clashes flare
Trump threatens ‘Project Freedom Plus’ if Iran deal fails
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'No home left' for Gazans stranded in West Bank since Oct 7
UN says 81% of Gaza structures were destroyed in war, devastating its economy as well since 2023
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Bahrain says arrested 41 members of Iran-linked group
Legal procedures against the detainees ongoing, while search and investigation operations underway
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EU lawmaker urges probe into Iran school attack, cites possible war crime
Criticises European institutions, leaders as 'weak' for failing to examine attack
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Europe without Turkiye 'incomplete, vulnerable in managing crises': Erdogan
Says global crises require inclusive EU, stressing Turkiye remains 'indispensable' partner for Europe's future
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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Awais shines as Pakistan fight back against Bangladesh
The young opener struck an unbeaten 85 as the visitors reached 179-1 at stumps
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Lens secure Champions League spot and send Nantes down
Mesloub gave Lens a 1-0 win over Nantes
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Wembanyama powers Spurs past T-Wolves
They secured a 115-108 win to take 2-1 lead in NBA playoffs
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Crusaders hail Fainga'anuku's switch
It was a third successive start in the pack
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Im leads Fleetwood by one at Quail Hollow
He fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead
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Mexico to cut school year short
Authority says the year would end over a month early
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Djokovic falls to early Italian Open exit
He slumped to an early elimination against Dino Prizmic
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‘Tchouameni can play Clasico despite Valverde clash’
The duo was involved in a physical clash during training
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Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions
The tournament will take place between June 11 and July 19
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Swiatek battles into Italian Open third round
She defeated Caty McNally 6-1, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3
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Zamalek eye record CAF Cup prize
USM host the first match on Saturday in front of a 50,000 crowd
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South Koreans gear up to roar on football team from rival North
It will be the first time that a N Korean sports team has played in the South since 2018
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ITF upholds Belarus suspension
Tennis's body said its stance remained unchanged despite IOC decision
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Shanto ton put Bangladesh in command
The hosts reached 301-4 at stumps on day 1







































































































