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Europe braces for deadly mpox strain as WHO declares global health emergency
WHO urges swift vaccine production as a lethal mpox strain recorded in Sweden, Pakistan; China to screen travellers
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Chaos in Turkish parliament as MPs fight over jailed colleague
Altercation left multiple MPs injured, including a female lawmaker, with bloodstains visible on speaker’s podium steps
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Zirkzee’s late strike gives Man Utd winning start in Premier League opener
Man United secured victory in their Premier League opener with a dramatic last-minute goal from their new striker
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Gaza peace talks stall in Doha: New US proposal sparks hope
Mediators present a US-led framework, hoping to resolve the Gaza crisis and reduce regional tensions swiftly
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Kamala Harris unveils tax cuts, affordable housing plans in first major economic speech
US vice president traveled to North Carolina to discuss agenda for first 100 days in office if she wins the presidency
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Study finds childhood maltreatment leads to higher cognitive difficulties
Study links between court-documented childhood maltreatment and adult recall with cognitive abilities in individuals
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16 Yemeni soldiers killed, 18 others injured in suicide bombing
Council spokesperson says attacker "drove a booby-trapped car into a site for the security forces" in Abyan province
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Mediterranean Sea hits record high temperature on Thursday, say Spanish researchers
The maximum sea surface temperature record was broken in the Mediterranean Sea with a daily median of 28.90C
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WHO, partners to discuss mpox, aiming to prevent Covid-era disparities in medical access
UN health agency declared a global emergency on Wednesday after an outbreak in Congo spread into nearby countries
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EU health authority raises mpox risk alert level
Move comes after global health officials confirmed infections of the virus outside of Africa in Pakistan and Sweden
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US woman arrested in 'brazen scheme' to steal Elvis' Graceland estate
According to South China Morning Post, Lisa Jeanine Findley, 53, is facing federal charges of fraud and identity theft
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Senate body calls for modernisation of Pakistan Railways
Session focused on accountability of officials involved in corruption over the past five years
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JI announces nationwide strike against high electricity bills, inflation on Aug 28
Naeem says if all political parties can unite for Gen Bajwa’s extension why can't they come together for public relief
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‘Monsoon brides’: Extreme weather drives surge in child marriages in Pakistan
Parents hurried the marriage of their daughters to save them from poverty, usually in exchange for money
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UN chief calls for urgent 'polio pause' in Gaza amid escalating humanitarian crisis
Guterres announces plans to launch a vital polio vaccine campaign targeting more than 640,000 children under 10
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Hamas rejects Israel’s 'new conditions' in Doha ceasefire talks
Conditions include keeping troops inside Gaza along border with Egypt, veto rights on prisoners to be exchanged
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Sexual misconduct allegations emerge amid Beau DeMayo firing controversy
Former head writer of ‘X-Men '97’ was dismissed following allegations of inappropriate conduct with staff members.
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Ex-IG Prisons Punjab Shahid Saleem Baig denies arrest by agencies
However, sources claim Baig was indeed taken into custody by spy agencies for questioning and was released later
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World media zeroes in on Abbas' promise to visit Gaza during Turkish parliament speech
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas’ speech attracted and welcomed by global media
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Donald Trump to stand behind bulletproof glass at outdoor rallies
Trump will have ballistic glass protection at outdoor campaign events as part of increased security measures.
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FO sees slim chances of thaw in Pakistan-India ties
Prospects of any normalisation at this stage seem not high given the divergences between the two neighbours
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Top EU diplomat plans to sanction Israeli officials over 'violent settlers'
EU’s top diplomat Josep Borrell to propose sanctions against Israeli government “enablers” of Jewish settler violence
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Dakota Johnson denies breakup rumors with Chris Martin amid speculation
Johnson has refuted claims of a breakup with Martin, addressing rumors after being absent from Coldplay’s tour.
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Israel's FM anticipates allied response if Iran launches strike
Israel asked UK and France to also attack on Iranian targets if Iran attack Israel
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Police seek Bushra Bibi's remand in 12 cases related to May 9 riots
ATC orders NAB's investigation team to present her in court at 8 AM tomorrow
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India's Modi extends 'support' to Bangladesh's Yunus
Hasina’s fall has raised concerns in New Delhi, which has key investments and close security ties with Bangladesh
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Military expands internal accountability drive following Faiz Hameed’s detention
Significant disclosures are anticipated in the near future, and more arrests may follow, say sources
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UK LGBTQ Pride founder Stephen Ireland arrested for child sex crimes
Stephen Ireland, founder of Surrey Pride organization, faces multiple charges related to child sexual abuse offences.
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George Clooney criticizes conglomerate dominance in Hollywood, likens Paramount to mom-and-pop shop
George Clooney voices concerns over conglomerates like Amazon taking over Hollywood
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Sindh govt declares public holiday on August 20 for urs of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai
Notification states all govt, semi-govt offices, schools, colleges, and universities will remain closed on Tuesday
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PM welcomes Nawaz’s relief package for Punjab’s power consumers
Upon Nawaz Sharif’s directive, the government has prioritised public relief since taking office, says Shehbaz Sharif
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Saudi Arabia to construct cable car for easier access to ‘Hira’ cave
The cable car system is set to open in 2025 as final preparations are underway.
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PM Shehbaz begins rightsizing drive with closure of 28 depts
Departments to be closed, privatised or transferred to other federal ministries; 150,000 vacancies to be abolished
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Three terrorists killed, one injured in North Waziristan IBO: ISPR
Killed terrorists were actively involved in attacks against security forces and the target killing of civilians
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‘SNL’ alum Victoria Jackson reveals inoperable tumor diagnosis, reflects on her life
Former SNL cast member Victoria Jackson has revealed she has an inoperable tumor in her windpipe
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Taylor Lorenz under investigation for calling Biden ‘war criminal’
Washington Post is investigating Taylor Lorenz for allegedly calling Joe Biden a ‘war criminal’ in an Instagram story.
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Yunus assures India’s Modi of Hindu community's safety in Bangladesh
Hindus constitute about 8% of Bangladesh’s 170 million people and have historically supported Hasina’s party
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Chinese gymnast Zhou Yaqin helps parents at their restaurant after winning medal at Paris Olympics
After winning silver at the Paris Olympics, Zhou Yaqin returned home to help her parents at their restaurant in Hunan
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Asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs believed to have come from beyond Jupiter
An asteroid an estimated 6-9 miles (10-15 km) wide slammed into Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula 66 million years ago
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PTI MNA faces backlash over ‘misogynistic’ remarks on KE official’s attire
Sherry Rehman says Iqbal Afridi’s remarks reflected a ‘narrow-minded and gender-biased mentality’
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Bloomberg, NASA-backed group launches inaugural satellite to track methane emissions
The launch, aboard the SpaceX Transporter-11 Rideshare mission, is a milestone for the Carbon Mapper Coalition
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K-Electric producing costliest electricity in country, NA committee told
Officials warn subsidy removal could push prices to Rs80 per unit
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Scott Bloomquist killed in plane crash near Tennessee home
Dirt track racing legend Scott Bloomquist tragically died in a plane crash near his Mooresburg, Tennessee home.
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JI chief welcomes reduction in Punjab’s electricity prices, calls for nationwide relief
Jamaat-e-Islami's resistance and struggle are bearing fruit, says Hafiz Naeemur Rehman
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What is TikTok Latest ‘Very demure, very mindful' trend?
TikTok's latest trend, led by Jools Lebron, focuses on being ‘very demure, very mindful’
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Washington Post claims India pressured US to shield ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina from sanctions
US mulled sanctions over imprisonment of political rivals, suppression of freedom of expression, human rights abuses
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Anna Paulina Luna’s ‘leaked’ AI video goes viral
A ‘leaked’ AI-generated video of Anna Paulina Luna is circulating online, capturing widespread attention.
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Ed Sheeran acquires minority stake in boyhood club Ipswich Town
Ed Sheeran buys a 1.4% stake in Ipswich Town, fulfilling a lifelong dream and strengthening ties with the club
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Traders announce nationwide strike on August 28 against ‘trader-friendly scheme’
Urge govt to review agreements with IPPs, eliminate taxes and slab system on electricity bills
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Tommy Fury denies cheating allegations following breakup with Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague
Tommy Fury refutes cheating allegations after his split from Molly-Mae Hague, calling the claims false and horrifying
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Karachi reels from torrential rains
Karachi reels from torrential rains
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Achakzai is Imran's new pick for NA opp leader
Achakzai is Imran's new pick for NA opp leader
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Shehbaz assures all possible help to flood victims
PM, COAS receive comprehensive briefing on ongoing relief operations in K-P
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Afghan intelligence nabs 'TTP recruiters'
Afghan intelligence nabs 'TTP recruiters'
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Judges letter challenges CJP on bench formation
Justice Shah, Justice Akhtar criticse CJ's handling of pleas against 26th Amendment
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IMF pushes for oversight of MPs' schemes
Calls for integrating projects into PSDP process
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Pakistan asks Taliban to act against TTP, BLA
Beijing also raises issue of ETIM with Kabul; Muttaqi says won't allow terrorists to use Afghan soil
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PPP skips Punjab by-elections
Move aims at avoiding straining alliance with PML-N
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Villages on riverbanks brace for flooding
Heavy monsoon, glacier melt trigger warnings
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Cloudburst or just heavy rain?
Meteorologists caution against misuse of term
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OMCs warn fuel supply at risk over unresolved policy
Industry cites Rs156b investments; urges OGRA, govt to work together to fix pricing, and regulatory gaps
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RDA inflows cross $10.7 billion
Govt raises Rs865b through debt, Sukuk auctions; rupee rises
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Green initiatives set to draw investment
WB-backed Green Taxonomy will help attract capital for climate resilience, sustainable growth
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SBP upgrades PRISM system
New PRISM+ to boost transparency, security and efficiency in financial markets
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Senator denounces rich nations for climate change
Experts advocate rapid shift to clean energy, increase in forest cover
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Govt moves to cut port delays, speed up clearance
Committee proposes 24/7 customs operations, digital tools, and stricter timelines
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PSX breaks 150k barrier, hits another record
Fitch, Moody's upbeat economic outlook propels index higher by 1,574 points
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S&P affirms 'AA+' credit rating for US
Expects tariff revenue to offset fiscal impact of tax-cut, spending bill
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Iqbal reiterates quality over quantity at JCC meet
Iqbal reiterates quality over quantity at JCC meet
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Current account posts $254 million deficit in July
REER index appreciates to 98.6 in July 2025 while rupee extends winning streak
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Moody's upgrades deposit ratings of Pak banks
Assigns Caa1 rating, changes outlook on long-term deposits to stable
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Tribunal upholds decision in LDI case
Reduces penalty from 7.5% to 2% of turnover for LDI operators
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Rs40b fine on mills termed 'wrong'
PM aide defends sugar millers, saying price hike stems from low cane output
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US sanctions four ICC judges, prosecutors over war crimes investigations
Move drew ire from France, UN; ICC called it “a flagrant attack” on the independence of impartial justice
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India test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-5 missile amid US tariff tensions
Test-fire came a week before US tariffs are set to double from 25 per cent to 50 per cent
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78 killed in Afghanistan bus crash
Accident occurred Tuesday night as passenger bus hit a motorcycle, then fuel truck, triggering explosive fire
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US Treasury official slams India for 'profiteering' off cheap Russian oil
Top official claims Indian refiners reaping $16bn in excess profits
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Trump rules out US troops for Ukraine
Europeans begin hashing out security guarantees
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India, China agree to resume direct flights
Troop pullback, border delimitation discussed in latest talks
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Pak, UK agree to boost strategic ties, trade
Development comes as Dar meets Rayner in London
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Israel reviews Hamas proposal for 60-day Gaza ceasefire, hostage release
Proposal calls for partial Israeli pullback and more aid into Gaza, where 2.2m people face growing famine
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Trump hopes for end to Ukraine war but admits Putin might reject any proposal
Trump pledged security guarantees to end the war, but doubts remain over Russia’s cooperation, allies cautious
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Pakistan, China, Afghanistan forge deeper alliance with CPEC extension
DPM presses Afghan acting FM to take ‘concrete, verifiable’ steps against terrorists carrying out cross-border attacks
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Boxer Chavez Jr jailed in Mexico
The former WBC middleweight champion was deported from the U.S. and arrested in Sonora
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PGA Tour releases 2026 schedule
The season will feature 35 FedEx Cup events, nine signature tournaments, and a notable return to Trump National Doral
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Sinner withdraws from US Open mixed doubles competition
World number one withdrew after illness forced him to retire in the Cincinnati Open final
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Al-Nassr edge Al-Ittihad in Hong Kong thriller
Mane opened the scoring in the 10th minute
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Isak claims Newcastle broke promises amid Liverpool interest
The 25-year-old striker said he informed Newcastle of his desire to leave a long time ago
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Spurs' Tel says he won't let racial abuse bring him down
The 20-year-old missed a spot-kick during their penalty shootout defeat by PSG last Wednesday
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Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award
Liverpool forward wins honour for the third time
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Mbappe penalty earns Real 1-0 win over stubborn Osasuna
A second-half penalty from the French star secured 1-0 win over Osasuna
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Vuelta stage winner Woods to retire at end of season
The 38-year-old spoke of the toll his career has taken on his health and family life
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German FA opens investigation after racist abuse in Cup matches
Schalke’s Antwi-Adjei and a Kaiserslautern player were targeted
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Sports Round up
Simeone rues mistakes in Atletico’s shock loss, Thompson out of Lausanne meet and Forest land Kalimuendo
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New faces, new hopes: Why Pak’s young guns can light up Asia Cup
The Men in Green are heading into the tournament without Babar and Rizwan
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Alonso promises action over words ahead of LaLiga debut
Real Madrid manager begins his first LaLiga campaign at home against Osasuna
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Nmecha penalty gets Leeds up and running on Premier League return
Tarkowski's handball gave the hosts the opportunity to snatch 1-0 victory over Everton
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Messi leads revamped Argentine squad
The squad features several young talents, including Claudio Echeverri, Alan Varela, and Franco Mastantuono