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N-deterrence still at heart of great power strategy
Nuclear powers resist disarmament, despite Nobel call for a nuclear ban, as threats escalate globally.
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Ukraine, Russia say foiled drone attacks
Russia and Ukraine exchanged drone strikes, reporting casualties in Belgorod amid claims of neutralized attacks.
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Last-minute legal ruling allows betting on US election
Within days, more than $6.3 million had been put on the line for the Harris-Trump matchup alone.
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TikTok slashes hundreds of jobs
TikTok to cut hundreds of jobs globally, significantly impacting Malaysia, as it shifts to AI moderation.
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UN warns of 'catastrophic' conflict
Israel faces fierce backlash over targeting peacekeepers
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Nobel prize a timely reminder, Hiroshima locals say
Hiroshima survivors, like Susumu Ogawa, hope the world remembers the horrors of the atomic bombing of 1945.
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Tarar ducks question about new CJ
Law minister says top judge can be notified before Oct 24
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Man sentenced to death in blasphemy case
The court sentenced Sajjad to death under Section 295-C and life imprisonment under Section 295-B.
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Djokovic to face Sinner in Shanghai final
He defeats Fritz in his quest to win his 100th ATP title
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Sabalenka downs Gauff to reach Wuhan final
She ends the American's nine-match winning streak in three sets
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'Saudi players cannot live in the past'
Coach Mancini warns as they are set to play catch-up in the race for FIFA WC qualification
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Koeman rueful ahead of Germany showdown
Saka to miss Nations League match in Finland today due to leg injury
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Comoros shock Tunisia
Salah, Mbeumo strike in AFCON qualifiers
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Internal issues behind Pakistan's collapse
Babar recently stepped down as white-ball captain voluntarily
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Nasir Hussain expresses concern over Babar Azam's form
The prolific batter is struggling to score runs in Test cricket
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Worse than a club team: Akmal
Pakistan suffered a crushing defeat against England
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Arthur calls for team consistency
Pakistan haven't won a home Test since 2022
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Balochistan cauldron: unravelling the enigma
Balochistan issue is complex, rooted in historical grievances that demand dialogue, development, and rights.
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The paradox of virtue
Afghanistan's enforced virtue erases women's rights, revealing a troubling reality of oppression disguised as morality
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Mosquito alert
Karachi faces rising dengue cases amid poor sanitation and delayed fumigation, risking a severe public health crisis.
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Inefficient tribunals
11% of petitions filed post-February elections resolved, eroding public trust and threatening Pakistan's democracy.
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Tax leakage
Sales tax evasion causes Rs7 trillion in tax leakage, undermining services and burdening honest taxpayers.
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IMF approves steps to cut borrowing costs
New measures will slash costs for IMF members by $1.2b annually
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PSX extends bullish streak by hitting new peak
Despite foreign selling, KSE-100 index rises 1,951 points and settles at 85,483
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Google wants app store ruling put on hold
Says order will harm company, spark serious safety, security and privacy risks
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China unveils fiscal stimulus package to revive economy
Plans increased debt issuance to support low-income households, property market
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SBP urged to slash interest rate
Economists, traders demand 300 basis point reduction to reignite investment
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Boeing to cut 17,000 jobs, suffer $5b loss
Delays first 777X jet as strike hits finances
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Diesel rates may soar by Rs10.25 per litre
Other fuel costs also expected to rise as working paper draft is underway for price adjustments
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Traders decry market closures
Urge govt to balance security with economic well-being
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China warns EU against EV price talks
China warns EU against separate EV price talks, citing risks to bilateral negotiations and mutual trust concerns.
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Mills to start crushing from Nov 21
Claim even after exports, surplus sugar will meet one month of consumption
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Not a degree of ease
Attestation of degrees is a hassle for graduate students
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Former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique dies after being shot in Mumbai
Two people have been arrested by the police in connection with the attack
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Netflix has no chill
Why a streaming service like Netflix is cancelling shows that have fan following
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Mind over the machine
When discussing workplace health, mental health issues are still largely unrecognised
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His Three Daughters review: family fractures & final goodbyes
Stunning performances and a deeply moving story make it a ‘must see’ for anyone who has lost a loved one
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Healthy minds, happy workforce
Research underscores the clear link between employees’ mental health and work productivity
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Fishing for the Great Mahseer
Indian royalty and the British popularised fishing for the Mahseer, comparing the challenge to hunting a tiger
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Rays of change: can Pakistan harness the solar power shift?
As Pakistanis embrace solar, a cleaner, more affordable power solution emerges for the country’s grid
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Calculated chaos: what's driving the surge in Baloch terror attacks?
Baloch militants have ramped up attacks to scare away Pakistan’s global partners
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India’s massive total secures T20 series whitewash over Bangladesh
India surpassed their previous best total of 260-5 against Sri Lanka in 2017 as they scored at nearly 15 runs an over
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Miranda Hart credits Selena Gomez for inspiring vulnerability and opening up about Lyme disease
Miranda Hart revealed how Selena Gomez's openness about her health struggles, including lupus and mental health.
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Viral TikTok series highlights NYC's famous bodega cats, capturing hearts online
The series has amassed millions of views, with Kiki and Smokey bringing communities together.
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MQM links support for constitutional amendment to empowering local govts
A PML-N delegation, led by Ishaq Dar, is expected to visit MQM’s Bahadurabad headquarters on Sunday
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Kanye West accused of drugging and raping ex-assistant Lauren Pisciotta at Diddy party
The lawsuit details how Pisciotta remembers feeling "less in control of her body and speech."
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After Punjab, Karachi bans public gatherings for 5 days amid security concerns
The ban, effective from October 13 to 17, was imposed following advice from Additional Inspector General Karachi
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Instagram tops as most used app for teens, but TikTok leads in entertainment
Pinterest has garnered increased interest, rising by six percentage points, while Facebook is up with two points
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US shifts strategy, allowing Israel-Hezbollah conflict to unfold after weeks of ceasefire diplomacy
Now, US officials have dropped their calls for a ceasefire, arguing that circumstances have changed
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Researchers develop real-life sticky-web gadget inspired by Spider-Man
Newly developed fibres have demonstrated the capability to lift objects weighing over 80 times their own weight
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Rs200m worth of liquor seized in joint maritime operation
Intercepts stateless vessel carrying large quantity of illicit liquor intended for unlawful distribution
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Chinese FM Wang Yi felicitates Dar over peace efforts
Both leaders discuss Pak–China five-point peace initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues
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Three 'Indian spies' working in Pakistan handed down sentences
Individuals confess to luring others via social media with money offers for access to sensitive information
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PM Shehbaz says Pakistan making all-out efforts to resolve US-Iran dispute
Also informs cabinet about his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia
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Next round of US-Iran talks expected soon, says Khawaja Asif
Says there is sense of satisfaction after first round of talks, with no negative developments reported so far
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'Draft was ready': how US-Iran talks narrowly missed historic deal in Islamabad
Last-minute 'hiccup' resulted in breakdown of Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, say sources
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Sindh outlines welfare schemes as Memon details housing, subsidies
Minister says over 300,000 small farmers given financial assistance of Rs1,500 per acre ahead of wheat harvesting
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Fact check: Viral video of former diplomat Deepak Vohra criticising Indian FM is doctored
iVerfiy conducts forensic analysis of the audio, concludes video is doctored and has been dubbed over through AI
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IFATCA praises Pakistan air traffic controllers amid airspace disruptions
Letter states country saw surge in air traffic due to US-Iran war, as diverted flights used its key aviation corridor
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Japanese PM praises Pakistan’s role in facilitating US–Iran talks in Islamabad
In a telephone conversation, both PMs express desire to deepen bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan
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Three killed as passenger vehicle falls into ravine in Lower Dir
Rescue 1122 says a child, woman, and man were killed in the accident, while 10 others were injured
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Police officer martyred, four injured in attack on polio team in K-P
CM Afridi, Governor Kundi condemn the attack, calling it a cowardly act, vowing full support and best medical care
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Pakistan-Iran transit corridor formally opens
The inaugural shipment, comprising frozen meat, was transported via refrigerated trucks to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Confab on prison reforms in June
NJPMC to promote policy dialogue on issue
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'Upgraded' Safari train chugs off from Pindi
Minister says similar train to start in Sindh
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Fitch retains Pakistan's rating at B-
Says role in US-Iran ceasefire to ease external pressures
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PSX plunges over 6,600 points as US-Iran talks end without deal
Oil prices surge past $104 per barrel as Trump announces blockade on Strait of Hormuz
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Ending oil dependency cycle
Any strategy must begin with transport that consumes 75-80% of petroleum
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Financialisation of business firm
Goal of these companies is maximising shareholder value via dividend disbursement
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Lessons from America's AI policy
Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis and lack of HPC centres
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Using diplomacy to avert recession
Continuation of war will plunge world into recession, trigger hyperinflation
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Road accidents: a massive economic challenge
Over 90% of freight, 95% of passenger traffic moves by road; accidents are dangerous and unaffordable
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Iran's Hormuz moves shake petrodollar's reign
US-Israel-Iran conflict exposes vulnerabilities in dollar-dominated oil trade, accelerating de-dollarisation
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Netanyahu says Israel supports Trump's Iran naval blockade
Says Iran violated terms of talks, prompting Trump to impose naval blockade
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US begins naval blockade of Iran's ports
Trump said If any of these ships come anywhere close to our blockade, they will be immediately eliminated
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Iran warns 'no port in Gulf, Sea of Oman will be safe' after US blockade
Security of ports in Gulf and Sea of Oman is 'either for everyone or for no one,' IRGC says
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Restoring traffic in Strait of Hormuz is of 'paramount' importance, von der Leyen says
Her remarks followed Trump saying US would blockade maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports
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Israel seeks to declare Turkiye ‘new enemy’, says FM Hi
Turkiye-Israel tensions have risen steadily since Gaza war began after Hamas's Oct 7 attacks in 2023
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China rejects accusations of supplying weapons to Iran
Asserts commitment to responsible arms exports as tensions rise over US trade, military policies
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UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
UK refuses to be drawn into Iran war, prioritises reopening Strait of Hormuz, PM says
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Pope Leo rejects 'abuse' of Gospel, doubles down on anti-war message after Trump's tirade
Trump shares AI image of himself as Christ-like figure healing man after criticising Pope Leo XIV
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What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?
Blocking Iranian shipments would disconnect a significant source of oil from the world's markets
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US, Australia, Philippines hold second joint drills in South China Sea this year
Maritime drills by US allies draw China’s ire as tensions escalate in contested waters
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US Democrats cheer defeat of Trump ally Orban in Hungary
Péter Magyar’s win sparks global reactions, mixed reactions from Trump allies
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Spanish premier urges China to take bigger role in multipolar order
Sánchez says Europe must do more as US pulls back, urging China to expand its global role
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Trump says he’s ‘fine’ if Iran skips talks after negotiations fail, says ceasefire holding well
Initially says Iran would “come to the table,” but later states he didn’t care if a “desperate” Iran returned to talks
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Iran accuses US of derailing Islamabad talks after near agreement
FM Abbas Araghchi says 'Islamabad MoU' was close but US "maximalism and shifting goalposts" blocked the deal
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Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime
Tensions rise as Trump targets Pope Leo XIV over immigration stance, opposition to the Iran war
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction


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