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A welcome first
Saleema Imtiaz becomes the first Pakistani woman on ICC umpire panel, inspiring a new era for women in cricket
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Kidnappings for ransom
High-profile kidnapping in Rawalpindi highlights rising crime and police inaction against criminal gangs
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Undiplomatic and arrogant
Afghan diplomats' refusal to stand for Pakistan's anthem in Peshawar sparks outrage and raises diplomatic tensions.
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CPPA-G proposes Rs0.5755/unit refund
Refund proposed on account of August FCA, NEPRA schedules hearing for Sept 26
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Investor speculation drives PSX past 80,000
KSE-100 index surges 970.20 points, settles at 80,461.34
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Exporters to get support as REER depreciates
Pakistan's REER falls to 100.16 in August, aiding exports, while the rupee gains Rs0.09 against the dollar.
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Stakeholders decry 18% GST on EVs against EDB policy
MoIP to write letter to cabinet to clarify EV policy as FBR notices create panic
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Industries violate emissions rules
Put public health at risk; Punjab govt under pressure to address pollution threat
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PAKSAT-MM1 to expand internet access: IT minister
PAKSAT-MM1 set to boost internet access in remote areas, advancing Pakistan's digital growth and connectivity
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Telecom tax dispute lands in SIFC
Taxation on international services, govt's constitutional authority challenged
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Banks' balance sheet swells on hefty lending to govt
Credit demand from govt remains high; advances to private sector fall
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Pakistan, Russia to set up new steel mill in Karachi
Agree to form working groups to implement project
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Current account returns to surplus
Robust remittances, growing IT exports, RDA drive $75 million surplus.
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Snapchat unveils new spectacles with hands-free AR experience
The new Spectacles will be powered by “Snap OS,” enabling users to interact with AR experiences via voice commands
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USD drops as Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 0.5%
Dollar index was last down 0.53% on the day at 100.37, the lowest since July 2023
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Russian DPM meets COAS to discuss defence, regional security
Alexey Overchuk commends Pakistan Army for its significant role in combating terrorism
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Pakistan's Shahzaib Rind wins Karate Combat KC-49 Championship in Singapore
Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Singapore, Rabia Shafiq, extends her congratulations to Rind for winning the KC-49
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US stocks dip after Federal Reserve's 50 basis point rate cut
S&P 500 oscillates between modest gains and losses prior to the announcement
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Afghan women pursue medical studies in Scotland after Taliban education ban
The Scottish government ensured they would be treated like local students, granting free tuition at universities
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Miss Sassy Pants found safe amid JD Vance’s claim she was stolen by Haitian migrants
Miss Sassy Pants, a missing cat in Springfield, was found safe, debunking rumors of pet theft by Haitian immigrants.
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Shadab Khan's on-field clash with Shaheen Afridi steals spotlight in Lions vs Panthers match
The ace pacer was later quoted as saying that ‘my parents haven’t brought me up like this’
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US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by 50 basis points
Policymakers see rate falling by another 50bps by end of year, another 100 bps in 2025, and by 50bps in 2026
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Pak vs Sa Women: Pakistan level series 1-1 after winning against South Africa by 13 Runs
Green Shirts batting lineup showcased solid performances, finishing at 181 for 4 in their 20 overs
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UNSC to hold emergency meeting on Hezbollah pager blasts on Friday
UN chief Guterres warned that attacks on Hezbollah pose “a serious risk of a dramatic escalation in Lebanon.”
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26-year-old EY employee dies due to ‘overwhelming workload’ in India
Interest in Anna Sebastian's case has spiked online, with search queries on her name increasing since mid-September
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Wall Street indexes decline amid uncertainty over looming US Fed rate decision
Since July 2023, borrowing costs remain high, with interest rates at 5.25% to 5.50% after a 25 basis point hike
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Boosie BadAzz faces backlash for defending Diddy amid sex trafficking indictments
Boosie BadAzz sparks outrage on social media after defending Diddy, following sex trafficking and racketeering charges
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Amendments must not violate Constitution's core features, warn lawyers
Lawyer bodies demand that the final draft be shared with the lawyers' representatives before its approval
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Gulf stock markets mixed as caution grows ahead of US Fed rate announcement
Oil fell after two sessions of gains after an industry report showed increasing US crude and fuel inventories
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Egypt rejects Israeli troop presence on Gaza border, upholds pre-war security arrangements
Israeli troops entered the buffer zone in May as they pressed an offensive around Rafah in the south of Gaza
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Reports of explosives found at Trump rally ‘unfounded’
Police deny social media claims of explosives near Trump rally, clarifying the situation involved a training exercise.
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UNGA adopts resolution demanding Israel end occupation of Palestinian territories in 12 months
Resolution receives 124 votes in favour while 43 countries abstained as Israel, US and 12 others voted against
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Saudi Arabia rejects recognition of Israel without Palestinian state
MBS made these remarks during his annual address to the Shura Council, on behalf of his father, King Salman
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PTI links talks on constitutional amendments to Imran Khan’s release
How can a constitutional amendment be passed by an incomplete parliament, asks Ali Muhammad Khan
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See Photos: Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha film masquerade ball scene for ‘Bridgerton’ season 4
Luke Thompson and Yerin Ha film a masquerade ball scene for Bridgerton season 4, which is set to release in 2026.
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Russia to back Pakistan's bid for BRICS membership, says DPM Overchuk
Two sides review bilateral cooperation, pledge to coordinate on multilateral platforms such as the UN and SCO
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At least nine dead, over 300 injured in explosions targeting Hezbollah walkie-talkies in Lebanon
Multiple solar power systems in homes throughout Lebanon also reportedly exploded, injuring at least one girl
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Autopsy confirms Turkish-American activist shot by Israeli forces during West Bank protest
Fatal shot was fired from a long distance, according to examination of bullet entry wound, says forensic autopsy
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President Zardari rejects IIOJK elections, affirms Kashmiris' right to self-determination
He describes them as part of India’s broader strategy to consolidate its illegal occupation of the region
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Wendy Williams' team seeks Lifetime docuseries profits for medical care amid legal battle
Wendy Williams' legal team seeks Lifetime docuseries profits for her medical care, alleging she was exploited.
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Gandapur defends Afghan diplomat amid national anthem dispute
Instead of condemning the act, K-P CM supports Mohibullah Shakir, referencing cultural differences
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Draft amendments are just proposals, says Law Minister Tarar
Farooq H. Naek stresses the importance of a constitutional court
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Ex-Lebanese general says Hezbollah acquired 5,000 explosive-rigged pagers five months ago
Total of 219 candidates are in the fray for 24 constituencies in first stage of three-phase poll
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Pakistan's Asjad Iqbal wins bronze at 2024 Mongolia Snooker World Cup
Awais Muneer was also defeated by Ali Gharahgozlou of Iran in the quarter-final
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List of influential figures Diddy was allegedly tight with
Diddy’s indictment reveals details of drug-fueled ‘Freak Off’ parties attended by high-profile individuals.
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Xandra Pohl sparks dating rumors with Danny Amendola after attending ‘DWTS’ premiere
Xandra Pohl sparked dating rumors with Danny Amendola after attending the Dancing With the Stars premiere
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Pakistan’s first multi-mission satellite, PAKSAT-MM1, becomes operational
Satellite will enhance internet connectivity, especially in remote areas, says Shaza Fatima
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Charlie Puth and Brooke Sansone marry in intimate Montecito ceremony at the groom’s family home
Charlie Puth and Brooke Sansone married in a private ceremony at the Puth family home in Montecito, California.
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Sindh CM approves Rs1.5 billion for Karachi road repairs after rainy season
Murad also orders probe into collapse of roads built after 2022, citing concerns over substandard construction
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Italy's 1990 World Cup star Salvatore 'Toto' Schillaci dies at 59
Salvatore Schillaci, Italy's 1990 World Cup star, has died at 59 following a battle with bowel cancer
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5 injured by Afghan Taliban's cross-border shelling in K-P's South Waziristan: security sources
Provocation came hours after Pakistan launched retaliatory strikes following Afghan border aggression
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PA passes Punjab Film City Bill 2026 amid fiery debate and opposition uproar
Marriyum Aurangzeb says proposed authority will set up a modern film city with film schools and music academies
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Cambridge says 'aware' of reported A-Level paper leak, investigating matter
Alleged AS Mathematics paper reportedly circulated on social media hours before the exam
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Pakistan working silently to find 'new formula' to break US-Iran deadlock: sources
Both sides are actively engaged in channel diplomacy through Pakistan to reach an agreement, say Pakistani sources
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US-Iran war affected Pakistan's growth as weekly oil bill surged to $800m: PM Shehbaz
Says crude oil prices surging once again, and government has to determine new prices by this coming Friday
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Flash floods sweep Orakzai in K-P as rains batter Punjab
Dozens of shops, houses washed away in Mushti Mela, while low-lying areas in Lahore inundated by morning showers
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IHC to hear Imran, Bushra appeals challenging £190m case convictions tomorrow
A division bench comprising Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar and Justice Muhammad Asif will take up the matter
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Paper leak attempts foiled as Karachi intermediate exams begin under strict security
Mobile phone recovered from female candidate who shared a picture of the paper on WhatsApp half an hour after starting
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US backs $2.4 billion American firm investment offer in Pakistan
In case Pakistan accepts the US offer, it may also help fast-track the installation of these systems
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President signs off on contentious transfer of 3 IHC judges
On prime minister's advice, the acting president approves the transfers
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Karachi-Lahore comparisons 'do not serve Pakistan': Murtaza Wahab
Mayor says comparisons inappropriate given differences in population, infrastructure demands and resource availability
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Europe seeks a pie in Reko Diq
European Investment Bank keen on investment, but seeks EU share in mineral off-take
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Judicial top brass introduces guidelines for use of AI
Says guidelines position AI as powerful assistive tool that will enhance performance while preserving human judgment
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Shahid Khaqan Abbasi calls fuel pricing policy ‘completely wrong’
Former prime minister rejects notion that federal government does not provide adequate financial resources to Karachi
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Sindh CM calls for reduced load-shedding in Karachi's low-income areas
Forms committee to ensure affordable electricity for low-income households, industrial zone
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KSE-100 index retreats 2,588 points in a seller dominated session
Bears tighten grip on PSX amid sector-wide decline
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Aurangzeb pitches 4% growth to EU
EIB returns to Pakistan after decade with €160m loans for housing, water projects
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Stocks swing, oil edges up with Iran war peace talks stalled
Brent is above the level it hit before the two sides announced a ceasefire at the start of April
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Oil pares gains but stays firm
Brent crude futures for June climbed $2.93, or 2.7%, to $111.16 a barrel at 1532 GMT
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SBP raises Rs512b amid strong demand
Rejects large bids for PIB auction; gold down Rs8,900/tola
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MoU opens Norwegian ships to Pakistani seafarers
Minister says deal opens avenues for employment, aligns local certifications with international standards
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Rate hike undermines investor confidence
KSE-100 loses 1,085 points on worries higher borrowing costs may hit corporate profits
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SECP approves ETF reform roadmap
AMCs to offer ETFs directly, revenue-sharing with brokers for distribution
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Oil shock, falling investment threaten growth outlook
Economists warn GDP growth can fall to 1.8%, markedly lower than pre-conflict estimate of 3.2%
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Crypto could raise remittances to $50b, says ECAP chairman
PCC-led reforms to formalise cryptocurrency; digital licensing may cut crypto costs to 1%
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DISCOs slammed for revenue-based outages
Power firms caution if such load-shedding is stopped, circular debt will go up by Rs500b
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IMF okays 60% cut in gas levy
Technical tweak to slash industrial fuel costs, tied to grid electricity demand
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UAE leaves OPEC and OPEC+ in huge blow to global oil producers' group
The stunning loss of the longstanding OPEC member could create disarray and weaken the group
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Oil prices trim gains after UAE exits OPEC, OPEC+
Brent crude rises $3.37 to $111.60, marking a seventh straight day of gains and highest since April 7
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PSX sheds over 1,000 points amid cautious trading following policy rate hike
Overall trading volume increased to 1.1 billion shares from Monday’s total of 780.2 million
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OPEC exit: Why the UAE is leaving and what it means?
Move may have limited immediate market impact due to Iran war, but could reshape oil supply dynamics, experts say
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Fact check: Viral video of Italian PM Meloni ignoring Netanyahu at UNGA session is AI-generated
Video shows several discrepancies, signs of digital manipulation; AI detection tools also label it as suspicious
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Trump rejects Iranian proposal to open Strait of Hormuz until nuclear concerns met
US president says Tehran 'can’t get their act together' on non-nuclear agreement
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Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening: Gallup poll
62% worry about not having money for retirement, 60% unable to cover medical costs in event of accident, illness
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Bangladesh measles outbreak kills over 220 children since March
Number of suspected cases has reached nearly 35,000 in one of the worst outbreaks of measles in decades
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UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says
Exit of UAE widens rift with Saudi Arabia, which is effectively OPEC's leader
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As Trump greets Charles, the White House calls them 'TWO KINGS'
Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
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Fact check: Viral video of missile attacks in Iran is old
Report confirms that visuals show Israel’s airstrike on the Terhan oil depot that occurred on March 7
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Israel sets 2-week deadline for Lebanon talks, warns of renewed military escalation
US mediating push for Netanyahu-Aoun summit as Israel official says 'we cannot wait indefinitely'
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Fire destroys dozens of homes in Malaysia's Sabah state
Second blaze in area in under two weeks; 186 residents affected, cause still under investigation
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EU seeks lasting peace in Mideast, restoration of Hormuz navigation: Commission chief
'Goal is now to see lasting end to war...permanent freedom of navigation in Hormuz without tolls,' says von der Leyen
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Ultra-Orthodox protesters storm military police chief’s home in southern Israel
Haredi men chant 'we will die and not enlist' as army resumes arrests of draft evaders after lull in Iran war
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UK government challenges lifting of ban on pro-Palestinian group
UK government is now appealing against the high court's ruling from February
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Ex-FBI chief Comey charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post
Seashell post leads to indictment of James Comey for alleged threat to Donald Trump
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Trump to put his picture in US passports
State Dept says it will offer limited-edition passport to mark 250th anniversary of US Declaration of Independence
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World Cup to get cash boost as FIFA unveils red card crackdown
United States would now total $871 million, up from an initial figure of $727 million announced in December
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Babar ton powers Zalmi into PSL final
Captain's 57-ball century leads 70-run win over Islamabad United
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Sinner reaches Madrid quarter-finals
He defeated Norrie 6-2 7-5 on Tuesday
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Iranian Vafaei capable of great things: Trump
He beat Trump 13-12 to secure a place in the quarter-finals
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Rybakina crashes out of Madrid Open
She fell to a shock 7-6 (10/8), 6-4 defeat by Anastasia Potapova
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Vancouver hosts FIFA congress
The biggest World Cup in history will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico
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JP Morgan becomes Olympics sponsor
The US banking giant agreed a deal till 2030 winter games
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Stones announces Man City exit
The defender joined City from Everton in 2016
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Climbers open Everest route past dangerous ice block
A team of highly skilled mountaineers began fixing ropes and ladders on Everest
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Babar Azam’s 57-ball hundred sends Zalmi into PSL final
Zalmi post 221 on the back of Babar ton, bowl out Islamabad United for 151 to win by 70 runs
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Man Utd beat Brentford to close on UCL berth
Casemiro scored in 2-1 victory
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Atletico face Arsenal challenge in UCL
Diego Simeone’s men have never won Europe's premier competition
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Sinner motors on in Madrid
He is eyeing to win five Masters 1000 tournaments in a row
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PM Shehbaz approves spectators' presence for HBL PSL playoff matches: Naqvi
Encourages fans to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption
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Toulouse fall to first home defeat for a year
They still have a 12-point cushion over their closest challengers Pau
































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