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Cheating in exams: an academic dishonesty
From the primary level onwards, we teach our students that they are the future of the country.
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Polio vaccine hesitancy
Vaccination drives alone will not yield the end of polio - not when refusals continue to fester in silence.
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All-time high
It's about time the policymakers capitalised on the momentum by announcing steps to incentivise inflows from abroad
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Killings inside Iran
The modus operandi of the attack hints at ethnic profiling, as the victims are from the province of Punjab.
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The specific and the vague
The problem is not in having ethical guardrails, or checks, but the vague and cursory approach to that.
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JD Vance drops Ohio State football trophy at White House, sparking viral internet reactions
JD Vance drops Ohio State’s national championship trophy at White House, sparking memes and viral internet jokes.
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35 short-listed in National Games hockey trials
Iftikhar urges Mayor Karachi to establish hockey academy
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Mbappe sent off as Real Madrid beat Alaves
Eduardo Camavinga scored the only goal in the game
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Lazio, Roma share derby spoils as Atalanta relaunch UCL bid
Matias Soule earned Roma a point with 69th minute strike
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Lyon close in on UCL
They secured a 3-1 victory at Auxerre
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Barnes brace routs Manchester United
Newcastle rise to fourth place in the Premier League table
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Kohli, Karn star as RCB and MI win in IPL
The star batter hit a landmark half-century against Rajasthan Royals
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Usman Tariq reported for suspect action
The Gladiators spinner is allowed to continue bowling in future matches
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Hafeez remarks on '90s heroes irks Shoaib
Hafeez later clarified that his comments were taken out of context
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Saim reveals special bond with Babar
Dashing opener returns with a brilliant 50 in HBL PSL X
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Richard Kind joins John Mulaney on Netflix’s Everybody’s Live as sidekick and announcer
Richard Kind finds joy and anxiety in live TV as John Mulaney’s sidekick on Netflix’s Everybody’s Live series.
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Four Pakistanis among 11 dead as migrant boat sinks off Libyan coast
Migrant boat sinks near Libya's Harawa coast on April 12; 11 bodies recovered so far, says Pakistan embassy
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Rapper Tay-K found guilty of murder in 2017 killing of photographer Mark Saldivar
Tay-K found guilty in 2017 murder of photographer Mark Saldivar, avoids death penalty but faces up to 99 years.
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Magnitude 5.2 earthquake shakes southern California near San Diego
Quake swayed lights, rattled shelves in San Diego; felt in LA as officials assess potential damage, says Newsom
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PPP finalises preparations for Hyderabad rally against Indus River projects on April 18
Rally to commence at 6 pm on Friday, under the leadership of PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.
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Melissa Rauch reunites with Big Bang co-star in Night Court finale featuring a surprise guest
Simon Helberg and Raegan Revord to guest star in NBC’s ‘Night Court’ Season 3 finale, reuniting Big Bang alums.
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WATCH: Fawad Khan-Vaani Kapoor chemistry shines in first song release from Abir Gulaal
The film is set for theatrical release on 9 May 2025, and has already generated significant buzz on social media
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Senate panel backs bill to ensure timely maintenance for divorced women, children
Under the bill, courts must fix maintenance at first hearing; non-payment by 14th leads to loss of right to defend.
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Sami Sheen explains why she cut off contact with father Charlie Sheen
The OnlyFans star blocked Charlie Sheen, and told him, "Do not contact me ever again".
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Three killed in India as protests turn violent over land law seen as anti-Muslim
Unrest in Murshidabad saw malls torched, Hindu home attacked, and two stabbed, prompting internet shutdown: police
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Pakistan beat West Indies by 65 runs in ICC Women's World Cup Qualifier
Sidra Amin named Player of the Match for her composed half-century, which laid foundation for defendable total
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Hamas insists on end to war as ceasefire negotiations stall in Cairo
Hamas freed 33 hostages for detainees in phase one of the truce, but phase two, set for March, never began
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IMF, SCBA hold meeting to discuss judicial efficiency
SCBAP president highlights the 26th Constitutional Amendment that aims to improve judicial independence and efficiency
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Pakistan, Morocco begin joint military exercise
Pak-Morocco 2025 drill unites SSG, Moroccan forces to boost tactics, interoperability, and defense ties: ISPR.
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IPL 2025: Dhoni leads CSK to thrilling last-over win against LSG
Shivam Dube anchored chase with composed 44 while, Dhoni, played vital late cameo, scoring 26 runs to seal the victory
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Over 60 Pakistani Umrah pilgrims stranded at Saudi airport for two days
Ministry of Religious Affairs or Foreign Office have not yet issued any official statements regarding the situation.
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Pakistan Navy inducts fourth offshore patrol vessel, PNS Yamama
PNS Yamama to help protect key maritime assets, including CPEC linking Gwadar to China’s Xinjiang province.
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HBO announces casting for Dumbledore, Snape, McGonagall, Hagrid in upcoming Harry Potter series
John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, and more confirmed for key roles in HBO's Harry Potter series.
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Pakistan sends 300 agricultural graduates to China under PM's training initiative
Shehbaz Sharif scheduled to attend the send-off ceremony on April 15 for the departing batch.
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Illegal loan applications exploit debtors
Loans of up to Rs200,000 have repayment periods as short as a few days to a month
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Two women found dead, 39 migrants located on Greek island
Migrants reached Greek island near Turkey; coast guard searching for survivors of possible shipwreck, officials said
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Dark Nexus: Drugs Impacting The Youth
The author is permanent faculty at NUST. She can be reached at chivalier37@gmail.com.
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China, India discuss restarting direct flights after five-years
India-China ties worsened after 2020 border clash in Himalayas that killed 20 Indian and 4 Chinese soldiers
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US weapons left in Afghanistan used in Jaffar Express attack, confirms US media
Investigators cited serial numbers on two rifles used in that attack that were traced back to US military stockpiles.
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EU pledges €1.6b aid package for Palestinians over three years
EU announced new aid package just before Palestinian PM Mustafa’s meeting with EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg
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NA unanimously passes resolution in solidarity with Palestine, condemns Israeli atrocities
The resolution also demanded the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from Palestinian territories.
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Dubai named world’s busiest airport for second year running
Top 10 busiest airports handled 855m passengers in 2024, 9% of global traffic, marking 8.8% growth from 2023
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Pakistan to increase defence budget in FY 2025–26
The proposed budget represents 7.49% rise compared to current fiscal year’s allocation of Rs2,122 billion for 2024–25
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Blue Origin's all-female spaceflight returns: Katy Perry sings in space, crew kisses ground
Blue Origin’s historic all-female spaceflight returns to Earth with crew emotionally overwhelmed by the experience.
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HBL PSL X: Islamabad United seal dominant 102-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi
Except for Mohammad Haris, Zalmi batting line-up failed to contribute and was bowled out for 141 in 18.2 overs.
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Leslie Odom Jr. returns to Broadway as Aaron Burr for Hamilton
Leslie Odom Jr. will reprise his Tony-winning role as Aaron Burr in Hamilton for a limited run this fall.
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Blue Origin’s all-female crew prepares for historic spaceflight—how long will they spend in space?
Katy Perry, Gayle King, and others are set to embark on Blue Origin’s historic all-female spaceflight on April 14.
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Ahsan Iqbal urges Sindh govt to prioritise Karachi's infrastructure
Minister says govt investing Rs125b in K-IV, urges Sindh to act on downstream work after meeting business leaders.
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Govt to raise taxes on food, beverages in upcoming budget
Meat products such as sausages, dried, salted or smoked meats are expected to become more expensive.
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Man charged with attempted murder after arson attack on Governor’s Shapiro’s home
Cody Balmer was arrested in Harrisburg Sunday, facing charges including attempted murder and terrorism, police said
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ICC, BCB officials in Lahore for talks with Naqvi
PCB officials welcome ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and BCB President Aminul Islam at Lahore airport
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Punjab extends Basant celebrations in Lahore until 5am
CM Maryam praises Lahore for discipline, says Safe Basant concept to be adopted in other cities
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TTAP strike paralyses Balochistan over alleged Feb 8 poll rigging
Markets shut and transport suspended as protests disrupt daily life
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Pakistan to attend first Gaza Board of Peace summit chaired by Trump
Meeting on Feb 19 to focus on ceasefire, aid access and Gaza reconstruction
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PTI strike sees mixed response across K-P amid Feb 8 protest call
Wheel-jam shuts some roads in Peshawar, but businesses stay open in many districts
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Naval chief visits Malaysia to boost maritime cooperation
Admiral Ashraf holds talks on security challenges, aligning strategic perspectives, enhancing operational cooperation
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Final day of Basant in Lahore promises good kite-flying conditions
PMD forecasts wind speeds to increase to 12 km/h between 12:00pm and 5:00pm
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PTI, opp bloc stand firm as govt moves to deter strike
Opposition to mark Feb 8 as day of protest as well as mourning
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US, UK envoys join Basant celebrations in Lahore
Members of US and UK missions participated in kite flying and expressed enjoyment of celebrations
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Two cops accused of rape, blackmail in Lodhran
Both constables have been suspended from service
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PMD predicts drizzle, stronger winds in Karachi today
Balochistan braces for rain, gusty winds and hill snowfall from February 8 to 10
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De-watering under way from sewage-filled ponds
Heavy machinery, specialised de-watering sets have been deployed
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FIA busts gold, currency smuggling ring
Ringleader arrested; three customs inspectors named as facilitators
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Ajoka Theatre to stage 'Dara' at Faiz Festival
Theatre also recently staged special performances of its cultural play Lo Phir Basant Aai
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Pak exhibitors shine at Sichuan festival
Showcase wide range of products to offer consumers taste of country's craftsmanship
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PSX ends flat on Friday's heavy sell-off
KSE-100 index sees choppy week, closes marginally lower by 45 points
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Seed approval process streamlined to cut delays
Revised committees, digitisation aim to speed pest risk analysis and seed clearances
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Pakistan, Uzbekistan eye trade boost
Commerce minister inaugurates expo, cites PTA and transit facilitation
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China's bank buys gold for 15th month
PBOC halted an 18-month-long gold buying streak in May 2024, but resumed purchases six months later
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Export relief may prove temporary fix
Business leaders call for structural reforms in energy and taxation, clarity from IMF
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Water supply suspension halts SITE industries
Industry body cautions prolonged disruption will cause factory closures, mass unemployment
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Senate pledges support for investment
Acting chairman cites youth workforce, SMEs and Gwadar as pillars of economic growth
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IT talent export to KSA hits new high
Vision 2030 drives demand for AI, highlighting scope for high-skilled jobs
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South Korea’s Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn in Bitcoin, triggers selloff
Bitcoin prices briefly slump 17% to 81.1 million won on Friday evening on Bithumb
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Gold, silver prices rebound after one-day pause
Price per 10 grams rises by Rs10,030 in Pakistan
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Inflation reverses course ahead of Ramazan
SPI rises 0.09% in a week as tomato, onion and fuel prices jump
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SBP rules out bold rate cuts
Governor sees stability for two years, says data-driven policy to continue
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Pakistan meets 3 out of 5 IMF goals
Next $1b loan tranche depends on achieving all conditions; tax targets missed
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US earmarks $1.3b for Reko Diq mining project
Mineral reserves extraction requires total investment of $3.2 billion
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Meloni condemns 'enemies of Italy' after clashes in Olympics host city
Italian PM hits out as 100 break from march; rail network also sabotaged in separate attacks
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Iran says right to enrich uranium is key to success of US nuclear talks
Araqchi said Iran’s insistence on enrichment is tied to sovereignty as talks with the US seek to rebuild trust
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Ukraine imposes sanctions on foreign suppliers of components for Russian missiles
Zelenskiy said he had also imposed sanctions against the Russian financial sector
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Suspect in attack on Russian intelligence officer Vladimir Alexeyev detained in Dubai
Russian FM Sergei Lavrov accuses Ukraine of orchestrating assassination attempt to sabotage peace talks
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Bangladesh election tests India’s influence as China steps in
Analysts say Dhaka’s growing engagement with China could reshape South Asia’s balance of power after the Hasina era
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India, Malaysia exchange 11 cooperation pacts during Modi visit
Agreements cover semiconductors, peacekeeping as countries aim for trade surpassing last year's $18.6bn
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Indian refiners avoid Russian oil in push for US trade deal
US, India moved closer to a trade pact on Friday, announcing a framework for a deal they hope to conclude by March
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The Epstein saga is far from over
Disgraced financier's network serves as a reminder that wealth & status continue to distort justice & shield powerful
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Denmark says Greenland dispute eased, not resolved
Minister says there 'are no threats on the table, there is no trade war with Europe'
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Sports leaders reach consensus on new gender policy: IOC
It will be the first uniform IOC policy, replacing varying federation rules across major sports events
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Russia to interrogate two suspects over attempted killing of general: report
The suspects will be charged after interrogation
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Minibus crash kills 15 in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province
Police spokesperson blames accident on 'severe road damage'
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US plans initial payment towards billions owed to UN, envoy Waltz says
UN officials say the US owes $827m from last year and another $767m towards the 2026 budget
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ICC, BCB officials in Lahore for talks with Naqvi
PCB officials welcome ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khawaja and BCB President Aminul Islam at Lahore airport
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Markram says South Africa Test success bodes well for T20 World Cup
The Proteas will face Canada in the campaign opener
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Vonn's Olympic dream cut short
Johnson claims downhill gold
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Rajput out to win respect for minnows UAE
He took the coaching role in February 2024
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Gyokeres lifts Arsenal nine clear
Manchester United pile pressure on Spurs’ Frank
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From threats to please
Pakistan are set to forfeit T20 World Cup match against India
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Barca beat Mallorca to extend Liga lead
Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal scored in 3-0 victory
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Seifert powers New Zealand to their record T20 World Cup chase
They chased 183 with five wickets to spare
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'Miracolo': Football-mad Italy make cricket World Cup debut
They are set to debut against Scotland at famous Eden Gardens
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Pakistan rewrites the cricket script
Pakistan’s refusal to play India at the T20 World Cup challenges a decade-old norm, exposing power, precedent and cost
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Suryakumar's 84 leads India to opening win over USA in T20 World Cup
Chasing 162, the US slumped to 13-3 as late call-up Siraj struck twice early
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PCB 'categorically rejects' Indian journalist's claim of approaching ICC on T20 World Cup row
'A little patience and time will clearly show who actually went knocking and who didn’t,' spokesperson says
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ICC in talks to revive Pakistan-India T20 World Cup clash
ICC seeking resolution through dialogue and not confrontation, says source close to developments
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Shepherd takes hat-trick as West Indies beat Scotland in T20 World Cup
He grabbed a sensational four wickets in five balls in the 17th over
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Vonn set for Olympic medal bid
She clocked a third-best time of 1min 38.28sec








































































































