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NTDC fined Rs50m over 2021 blackout
NEPRA to initiate legal action against respective power plants as well
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Dr Murtaza takes over as acting SBP chief
Dr Murtaza, a former IMF official, was appointed as SBP deputy governor in Jan 2020
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Covid led to 15 million deaths globally, not the 5 million reported: WHO
WHO report says almost half of deaths that until now had not been counted were in India
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Three including local JI leader die in AJK road accident
Raja Sarshar lost control of his vehicle while negotiating a sharp curve and fell into a deep gorge, say police
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Punjab governor to discuss ‘constitutional crisis’ with president, army chief
‘Fake chief minister’ has held Punjab hostage since April 16, says Omer Cheema
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Attempts to undermine Pak-China ties doomed to fail: Beijing
All-weather friendship between the two countries is deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, says spokesperson
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Body to probe Imran’s ‘foreign conspiracy drama’
Marriyum says allegations attempt to cause irreparable damage to country
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Indian police officer arrested for ‘raping’ gang-rape victim
13-year-old girl has been admitted to the district hospital for treatment, says official
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Gay marriage, other rights at risk after US Supreme Court abortion move
Draft ruling would uphold a Mississippi law banning abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy
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PTI calls for UN action on govt's 'misuse' of blasphemy law against Imran
Shireen Mazari also calls Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah an 'ally of terrorist groups'
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Russian Orthodox Church scolds Pope Francis after 'Putin's altar boy' remark
Francis chose an incorrect tone to convey the content of this conversation, says Patriarch of Moscow
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Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, govt users
Some revenue is better than none, says billionaire entrepreneur in a tweet
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Want friendship with US on equal footing, says Shahbaz Gill
PTI leader clarifies his party does not want confrontation with any country
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Drop in index earned Imran title of ‘press freedom predator’: PM
Pakistan fell 12 points on Press Freedom Index during PTI govt last year, says Premier Shehbaz
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Afghan women defend right to drive as Taliban curb licences
Traffic department official says they were verbally instructed to stop issuing licences to women drivers
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EU targets Russian oil, banks as Moscow's ally Belarus stages army drills
EU proposes toughest sanctions yet on Russia; Moscow says NATO arms supplies to Ukraine are target
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Media curbs 'undermine Pakistan's ability to progress', says Blinken
Says vibrant free press, an informed citizenry are 'key for any nation and its future'
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SBP chief Reza Baqir's tenure ends, deputy governor to take over: Miftah
Ex-IMF official Dr Murtaza to take over as SBP head till govt decides on new governor
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Beijing curbs public transport as COVID spreads in China
Zhengzhou to enforce strict COVID curbs in coming week
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Pope says ‘barking of NATO’ may have provoked Russian invasion of Ukraine
Francis asks for a meeting in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin to try to stop the war
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PML-N govt ‘decides against’ extending tenure of SBP governor
Finance Minister Miftah says he has informed Baqir of the government’s decision
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Imran urges SC to take action against ‘horse-trading’
Former PM demands early elections under impartial election commission
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Russia says Israel supports neo-Nazis in row over Ukraine
Anti-Semitism in politics is not stopped and is on the contrary nurtured in Ukraine, says Moscow
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US relieved as China appears to heed warnings on Russia
We continue to monitor any other country that might provide support to Russia, says US official
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Firefighters in Karachi working against odds
Anadolu Agency profiles work of Karachi’s firefighters who serve population of 20 million
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COAS spends Eidul Fitr with troops on LoC
Gen Bajwa paid tribute to martyrs, families for their contributions toward a peaceful Pakistan
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Nation celebrates Eidul Fitr with traditional fervour
Special prayers were offered for the progress and prosperity of the country
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‘Women suffer more from climate change than men’
Sherry says engagement with the UK will provide support to Pakistan in several areas
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Employees link to PSDP-funded projects get pay boost
Govt fixes minimum wage at Rs28,000
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Saudis feel 'let down' by US over Houthi security threats: senior royal
Traditionally strong ties between Riyadh and Washington have been shaken under US President Joe Biden
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PM Shehbaz extends Eid greetings to world leaders
In telephonic conversations with leaders of Qatar, Bahrain and Turkey, PM wishes well for the people of Muslim nations
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Israel demands apology after Russia says Hitler had Jewish roots
'Wise Jewish people say that the biggest anti-Semites are the Jews themselves’, says Lavrov
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PTI legal team mulls moving IHC for bails
Petitions expected to be filed today as leaders face blasphemy cases
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Chip consortium ISMC to set up $3 billion plant in India
Semiconductor fabrication unit is expected to generate more than 1,500 direct jobs and 10,000 indirect jobs
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K-P govt announces celebrating Eidul Fitr tomorrow
Chief Minister Mahmood Khan will offer Eid prayer at Governor House Peshawar
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Taliban supreme leader hails 'security' in rare appearance to mark Eidul Fitr
Akhundzada delivered brief address from one of the front rows of worshippers in Kandahar without turning to face crowd
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Bored Ape NFT company raises around $285 million of crypto in virtual land sale
Sale indicates continued high demand for speculative, high-risk crypto assets related to online virtual worlds
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Ashrafi lashes out at ‘PTI workers’ for sloganeering at Masjid-e-Nabwi
PM’s aide says agitators were deputed at various places in the holy mosque as ‘pre-planned by their masterminds’
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Omicron sub-lineages can dodge immunity from past infection: study
New coronavirus variants are far less able to thrive in the blood of vaccinated people
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Governor refuses to administer oath to Punjab cabinet
Cheema says he can’t endorse anything beyond the ambit of constitution
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Yearning for home sweet home
Our country is witnessing a housing crisis on a scale not seen before
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How much should we fear Elon Musk?
The Tesla CEO’s much-hyped Twitter takeover has sparked immense anxiety among a vocal contingent of its user base
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Pakistan, KSA discuss augmenting $3 billion deposit
KSA appreciates Pakistan’s 'keenness to find solution' to all disputes with India, including the Kashmir dispute
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Turkey, Saudi Arabia to revive great economic potential, Erdogan says
I believe my visit will herald a new era in the ties between our two countries, says Turkish President
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Imran distances himself from Masjid-e-Nabwi incident
Deposed prime minister describes incident as public’s ‘spontaneous reaction’
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Eid to be celebrated in Saudi Arabia tomorrow
Eidul Fitr is marked on the first day of Shawwal – the month that comes after Ramazan in the Hijri calendar
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Gunmen steal hundreds of Eid outfits from tailor in Islamabad
The haul was worth more than 720,000 rupees, says Muhammad Razzaq
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Sindh govt announces remission for 1,200 prisoners on Eid
Remission to not include those convicted of murder, espionage, terrorist activities among other serious crimes
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Hamza finally sworn in as Punjab CM
Governor dismisses ex-chief minister Usman Buzdar’s resignation
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Punjab governor dismisses Buzdar's resignation
After Cheema's surprise move, ex-Punjab CM summons cabinet meeting in PA
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Maid torture suspect claims false allegations, calls video misleading
Nauman denies assaulting Yasmeen Bibi, alleges conspiracy and partial video manipulation
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K-P govt must cooperate to avoid governor’s rule, says Kundi
Rules out the possibility of talks with groups who have taken up arms against the state
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29,000 dog bite cases, 19 deaths from rabies reported in Karachi during 2025
Negligence on part of authorities, people feeding stray dogs main reasons behind rising cases
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PM hails anti-smuggling drive as crackdown on petroleum lifts revenue by 82%
Directs FBR to intensify action against tax evasion and illicit trade
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President Zardari to take official visit to Iraq from Dec 20-24
During his visit, the president will hold meetings with Iraqi leadership, review full spectrum of bilateral relations
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Uproar in Senate panel as Aleem Khan and Palwasha Khan trade barbs
Video of the verbal slugfest is making the rounds on social media, showing both of them yelling at each other
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Dar accuses India of violating IWT as Chenab levels fall
Indus Water Commissioner reports sharp drop in Chenab levels, flow stood at just 1,800 cusecs on Dec 16 recorded data
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ATC hands Dr Yasmeen 10-year jail, acquits Qureshi
Verdict announced at Kot Lakhpat Jail after trial, included 56 prosecution witnesses
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UN experts highlight legal violations in India’s May strikes and water treaty actions
Experts highlight civilian harm in India’s missile strikes and call for adherence to international norms
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Workers remain deprived of minimum wage
70 per cent of private institutions are not complying with the minimum wage law
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U19 Asia Cup: Pakistan crush Bangladesh to set up India final
The Men in Green registered an eight-wicket victory on Friday
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Profit-taking ahead of roll-over week pulls PSX into the red
KSE-100 retreats from record high despite strong macro and corporate cues
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FIA offloads 23 passengers planning to work illegally in Malaysia
Caught at Karachi airport after profiling revealed insufficient funds; agent network revealed during questioning
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Pakistan and Australia to boost trade, cooperation, collective action against terrorism
PM Shehbaz condemns Bondi Beach attack, reaffirms solidarity
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Karachi DSP cleared of drug sale charges
Bribery charges stand for two suspended SIU officers
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BIPP flags climate risks as real economic threat
Report highlights governance gaps, experts urge public-private collaboration
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US crypto industry cheers 2025 wins
SEC's decision to rescind stringent crypto rules, dismiss lawsuits among their biggest victories
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PSX nears 172k on funds buying
Record rally pushes index up by 1,647 points following better C/A data, yield cut
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Chaman Chamber seeks incentives for industries
Urges federal govt to develop infrastructure, offer duty and tax concession
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Ministry urged to waive port charges
KCCI seeks relief on demurrage as cargo remains stuck for 10 days
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Pakistan advances cashless economy with focus on digital banks, financial inclusion
Aurangzeb meets Ant International, Easypaisa delegation on rails and government payments in cashless drive
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World Bank urges Pakistan to reform gas sector, split utilities for debt control
Asks Pakistan to develop road map to bring efficiency, cut losses in gas sector
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Pakistan's foreign reserves reach $21.09b, boosted by IMF inflows
Total liquid reserves rise with $1.3b increase, strengthening import cover to 2.62 months, as gold prices also climb
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Pakistan, China advance talks on $2.2b industrial complex at Port Qasim
Project focuses on shipbuilding and shipbreaking facilities, plus modern steel mill integrated with port operations
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PM seeks post IMF exit strategy
Iqbal warns country may slip into another programme without surge in exports
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PSX falls 133 points in choppy trading
Lacks clear direction amid consolidation, though macro indicators improve
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Government asks ADB for power debt support
Leghari seeks financing for reforms as Cheema presses for continued backing of ML-1 project
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Chinese fintech eyes SMEs, digital finance
Minister for Board of Investment reaffirms that Pakistan and China remain iron-clad friends
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PSO seeks tax zero-rating to prevent refund buildup
FBR owes Rs54b in sales tax refunds; state oil firm urges govt to intervene
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Economic risks remain high despite policy calm
Industry leaders point to vulnerabilities stemming from geopolitical tensions, unresolved local issues
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US sanctions two more ICC judges over Israel probe
The sanctions ban the judges from entering the United States
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Zelensky urges EU to seize Russian assets
At this stage, the guarantees offered by the Commission remain insufficient
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Pakistan and Australia to boost trade, cooperation, collective action against terrorism
PM Shehbaz, Australian High Commissioner Tim Kane discuss coordination in agriculture, livestock, mining
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Democrats release several new images from Epstein estate
Microsoft founder Bill Gates, political activist Noam Chomsky, are also pictured in the latest images
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US Homeland Security chief pauses green card lottery programme
Says it was used by Brown University shooting suspect
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Assassination of student leader Osman Hadi leads to protests across Bangladesh
Unrest in cities escalates after assassination, fears of further violence ahead of the national elections
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Britain sanctions Russia’s energy firms
The government targeted 24 individuals and entities
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Protests in Bangladesh as India cites security concerns
Ties have been frosty since ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled to India after a student-led uprising
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Australia PM vows to stamp out hatred
Nation mourns youngest Bondi Beach victim
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Brazil may delay EU-Mercosur deal amid Brussels protests
Tensions boiled over in Brussels after a mostly peaceful protest involving at least 7,000 farmers
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Bondi attack resurrects spectre of Abu Sayyaf Group
Father-son duo of Indian origin ‘received military-style training’ in Philippines
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WADA flags India as world’s leading sports drug offender again
India’s NADA found 260 positives from 7,113 samples in 2024, WADA said in its annual report
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Saudi, French and US officials push Hezbollah disarmament plan
Fearing a ceasefire collapse, Paris talks sought stronger ways to verify disarmament and curb escalation
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US announces $11 billion arms package for Taiwan, largest ever
The package includes HIMARS, howitzers, Javelins, Altius drones and spare parts, Taiwan said
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Australia vows new hate laws as youngest Bondi Beach shooting victim laid to rest
Prime Minister Albanese pledges crackdown on hate speech and radicalisation
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Thailand women’s esports star Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games, receives lifetime ban
Thailand’s Tokyogurl disqualified from SEA Games for alleged cheating; entire women’s RoV team withdrawn
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‘Sincaraz' rivalry lights up 2025 season
Alcaraz and Sinner turned 2025 into a gripping tug-of-war for tennis
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Barcelona beat Guadalajara in Copa del Rey
Christensen and Rashford scored in 2-0 victory
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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier
The body was facing criticism of 2026 World Cup ticket pricing
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Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis
The Blues beat third-tier Cardiff City 3-1
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Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards
The PSG star won the Ballon d'Or in September
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Khawaja defies career obituaries
He scored gutsy 82 against England in third Test
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Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback
He scored 106 and made and crucial stand with Usman Khawaja
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PCB wants three player retentions, franchises pushing for five
Due to the inclusion of two new teams, permission for eight retentions won’t be granted
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New format under consideration for HBL PSL11
The tournament will begin from March 26
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French court orders PSG to pay Mbappe 60 million euros
The ruling followed months of legal wrangling after the France striker took PSG to court
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Djokovic to warm up for Australian Open in Adelaide
He will be back in the city for the ATP-WTA tournament from January 12-17
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Osimhen: From Lagos newspaper seller to stardom with Nigeria
The Super Eagles will count on the 26-year-old forward to deliver during their AFCON campaign in Morocco
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Pakistan beat UAE to book U19 Asia Cup semi-final spot
The Men in Green registered a 70-run victory
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Brendan Rodgers joins Saudi club Al Qadsiah
The former Liverpool and Celtic boss steps in after Michel González’s dismissal










































































































