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William Levy arrested in Florida on intoxication, trespassing charges
Actor William Levy was arrested in Broward County on charges of disorderly intoxication and trespassing in Weston.
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France expels 12 Algerian diplomats in escalating diplomatic row
France expels Algerian diplomats after Algiers retaliates over arrest tied to Paris kidnap of activist Amir Boukhors
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Feminisation of CSR and ESG roles in Pakistan
Social norms also have a big influence on this trend in Pakistan.
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A city long yearning for peace
Karachi has been in the grip of periodic outbreak of violence.
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Child, crime and charity
The Sindh government established its first juvenile court in Karachi in 1993
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Training trans-persons
Transgender people have historically struggled against systemic discrimination
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Violence against children
A law not enforced is a law in name only.
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A reset with the US!
This is likely to torpedo the specter of bilateralism in weeks and months to come.
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Single motherhood
Maternity policies typically assume the presence of a nuclear family.
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Iran must ‘eliminate’ enrichment program, US envoy says despite earlier concession
IAEA says Iran has 274.8kg of uranium enriched to 60%, approaching the 90% level needed for weapons-grade material
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IPL: Punjab Kings pull off shocking win as they defend record-low total against KKR
After being bowled out for just 111 in 15.3 overs, Punjab stunned the visitors by dismissing them for 95 in 15.1 overs
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Hamas says it lost contact with group holding Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander
Hamas says it lost contact with Edan Alexander's captors after Israeli strike on location where he was held in Gaza
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Govt skips fuel price cut, redirects funds to Balochistan projects
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made the announcement during a federal cabinet meeting on Tuesday.
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Saddar Bird Market embroiled in dispute
Residents cite encroachments, while traders insist they have legal rights to use the space for their businesses.
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Sindh bans use of plastic bags across province
The ban will take effect 60 days after its approval by Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah during a cabinet meeting.
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Trump threatens to remove Harvard's tax-exempt status over policy dispute
Trump froze $2.2B in federal funds in retaliation for Harvard’s defiance of the administration’s campus policies
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Muhammad Ali Durrani demands justice, compensation for Pakistani labourers killed in Iran attack
The senior politician and former federal minister, along with his wife, visited the homes of labourers from Bahawalpur
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Imran Khan denies authorising talks with establishment, says Barrister Gohar
PTI chairman dismisses claims by Senator Azam Swati, who had suggested that Imran Khan had approved backchannel talks.
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Sindh approves 20% grace marks for intermediate students in Karachi
The decision comes in light of a report submitted by a sub-committee formed by the Sindh Assembly earlier this year.
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Direct Tashkent-Islamabad flights to start in May: Uzbekistan Airways
Currently, Uzbekistan Airways operates bi-weekly flights between Tashkent and Lahore on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Punjab finalises bill to regulate acid sale to protect women
Violations will carry serious penalties, including up to three years in prison and a fine of Rs500,000
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At least two killed, 16 injured in Hazara bus crash
The incident occurred on Tuesday when a Rawalpindi-bound passenger bus veered off the road and plunged into a drain.
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Rahul, Sonia Gandhi named in money laundering case by India’s financial crimes agency
ED seized ₹7.52b in assets linked to Rahul, Sonia Gandhi case; both were questioned in 2022 as part of the probe
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Four Pakistanis among 11 dead after migrant boat sinks off Libya: FO
Foreign Office activates Crisis Management Unit as efforts continue to identify remaining Libya boat tragedy victims.
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HBL PSL X: Lahore Qalandars outclass Karachi Kings by 65 runs
Fakhar and Mitchell’s 125-run stand powers Qalandars to 201/6 as Kings collapse for 136 in a 65-run defeat.
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Govt announces special courts, university quota for overseas Pakistanis
PM Shehbaz hailed the diaspora at the Overseas Convention while also announcing plans to build an airport in Mirpur.
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'Even ten generations of terrorists can't harm Pakistan': COAS Munir
Army chief reaffirms unity, resilience, and strength of overseas Pakistanis during historic convention in Islamabad.
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Pakistan considers first-ever US crude oil imports to ease trade imbalance
Pakistan may import up to $1b in US crude, matching its current oil and refined product imports, says refinery exec
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China orders suspension of Boeing jet orders amid trade row
The move comes as US-China trade tensions rise, with Washington tariffs on Chinese goods reaching up to 145%.
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International students sue Trump administration over revoked US visas
International students sue Trump administration over revoked visa, citing lack of due process and fear of deportation.
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Sindh govt to cancel registration of old, unsafe commercial vehicles
Karachi to get 34 electric, 5 double-decker buses by June; 100 more buses, 500 e-taxis also planned: Sharjeel Memon
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Japan issues cease-and-desist order against Google over antitrust violations
Japan orders Google to stop antitrust practices involving Android apps in first-ever move against GAFAM tech giant.
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Maldives becomes latest nation to ban Israeli passport holders amid Gaza conflict
Maldives blocks Israeli passport holders after parliamentary vote, citing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
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Rain, thunderstorms expected in various regions
Met department warns of potential landslides in Murree, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Galiyat.
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Thousands report 4Chan down, speculation over leaked data and suspected hack
Thousands report 4Chan outage amid claims of leaked admin emails, chat logs and full database hack.
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No mention of Imran khan by US delegation: NA speaker Ayaz Sadiq
PTI’s Gohar Ali Khan alleged his party was sidelined, but the speaker insisted all leaders had been invited.
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Oleksandr Usyk, Daniel Dubois negotiating title fight for July at Wembley
Usyk knocked out Dubois in their first meeting back in 2023 to retain his heavyweight crown.
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Tay-K convicted of second murder while serving 55-year sentence for 2016 home invasion
Rapper Tay-K found guilty of second murder in 2017 photographer shooting while already imprisoned for 2016 killing.
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Alexander Volkanovski returns to UFC P4P rankings, Paddy Pimblett enters top 10
Paddy Pimblett enters UFC lightweight top 10 after UFC 314 win, while Alexander Volkanovski climbs P4P rankings.
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NFL Draft 2025: Sleeper picks to look out for on Draft Day 24 April
RB Croskey-Merritt, DE Walker, WR TeSlaa headline 2025 NFL Draft sleepers list with high upside beyond early rounds.
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Fitch upgrades Pakistan’s credit rating from CCC+ to B-
This marks Pakistan’s first upgrade in nearly six years.
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Gypsy-Rose Blanchard stuns with 25lbs weight loss transformation and new lifestyle following prison release
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard shares side-by-side photos of her 25-pound weight loss transformation and healthy new routine.
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Paparazzi and iPads leave no space for childhood, says Ibrahim Ali Khan
Ibrahim Ali Khan words resonate with growing concerns over fame, privacy and childhood in the digital age
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Jack Black crashes ‘Minecraft’ movie screening to surprise fans
That surprise was more legendary than finding diamonds on your first dig.
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Court allows medical examination of Imran Khan
The decision was announced by Special Judge (Central) FIA Islamabad Shahrukh Arjumand.
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Bhad Bhabie sparks controversy with new comments on past relationship with Chief Keef during interview
Bhad Bhabie raises concerns after sharing details of her past relationship with Chief Keef during an interview stream.
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Sedona Prince goes undrafted in 2025 WNBA Draft amid allegations of abuse
TCU’s Sedona Prince goes undrafted in WNBA Draft 2025 amid abuse allegations, age and injury concerns.
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Gold price continues to climb in global and local markets
The price of silver per tola stands at Rs3,397.
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Khamzat Chimaev teases UFC 317 title fight against Dricus Du Plessis
Chimaev hints at title fight vs Du Plessis for UFC 317 with a cryptic post days after Dana White teases announcement.
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Man becomes millionaire after finding old passbook in garbage
The passbook, which belonged to Hinojosa’s late father, had been issued by a now-defunct bank.
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Power minister defends move to abolish net metering as in line with law amid Senate fury
Says it's in favour of low-income consumers; senators protest live-stream censorship
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Karachi Central Jail official booked in torture, illegal detention case
Prisons IG removes accused from his post after FIR lodged over abuse of power, threats and extortion allegations
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PTI cries foul on advocate Ali Zaman's alleged abduction from Rawalpindi
Salman Akram Raja says abduction is attack on justice and citizens’ safety; protest in Peshawar for release
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'Networks of organised crime in Karachi alarmingly strong'
City police chief says mafias enjoy political backing which makes it difficult to take action against them
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Imran Khan's health 'fine', Salman Safdar says after SC-mandated meeting
SC bench seeks report on PTI founder’s living conditions by Wednesday
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UNSC report endorses Pakistan's claims of increased TTP attacks from Afghan soil
UN report describes Pakistan's actions against TTP as major setback for group
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Pakistan, Indonesia target CEPA upgrade by 2027 to deepen trade ties
Dar says visit comes after presidential exchanges as talks cover IT, trade, AI, defence cooperation
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K-P maps security transition to civilian forces
High-level meeting promises financial, jobs relief for affected areas, PSL matches in Peshawar
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Pakistani-born players shine for other nations – talent surplus or system failure?
What's clear at the T20 World Cup '26 is that Pakistan’s cricketing footprint extends far beyond its own national team
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Fire in building near Karachi's Jodia Bazaar brought under control: police
No casualties reported
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PM Shehbaz hails grant of licence to Raqami Islamic Digital Bank as milestone for Pak–Kuwait ties
Kuwaiti envoy hails licence as proof of deep-rooted Pakistan-Kuwait ties
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CM Maryam announces Rs10b aid for Balochistan, vows support against terrorism
Both chief ministers agree that ending terrorism only possible through national unity, mutual cooperation
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Ticket prices to Sri Lanka surge after govt gives go ahead for Pakistan–India T20 World Cup clash
All flights from Lahore to Sri Lanka are now fully booked, business class tickets on same route have also sold out
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Pakistan had no 'personal agenda' in meetings with ICC, BCB officials: Naqvi
Says Pakistan participated only in interest of justice for Bangladesh
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India skips IWT case proceedings at The Hague
Court hears Pakistan's challenge to Indian hydro projects on Indus, Jhelum, Chenab rivers
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Action on inferior LPG cylinders sought
Senate body gives govt two-week time to introduce legislation to increase jail term, penalties
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PSX modestly lower amid volatile trading
Index drops 187 points as investment, geopolitical concerns weigh on sentiment
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Pakistan, UAE close to signing economic deal
CEPA will help double trade, remove obstacles
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ECC agrees to sell old PASSCO wheat stock
Proceeds will be used to clear liabilities of banks, employees of closed company
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Govt signals regulatory easing to Japanese firms
SAPM also highlights one-window SEZ facilitation at business forum
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Fixed power cost to raise Rs132b
Households up to 300 units face new charges as govt shifts subsidy to industry
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Remittances stay strong at $3.46b
EU, Western inflows offset US decline; SBP projects inflows at $42b for FY26
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China stocks close higher as gains in communications sector outweigh property losses
Benchmark Shanghai Composite Index, SSEC rose 0.13%, while blue-chip CSI300 Index, CSI300 inched higher by 0.11%
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Gold continues rally for second day, silver remains steady
Price of 10 grams of silver also remains stable at Rs7,385
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Reserves to hit $18b by June
SBP says economic growth prospects have improved, sees 3.75-4.75% GDP expansion
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Bullion surges to Rs524,762/tola on softer dollar
Extends gains as investors await key US economic data; rupee stable
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Moody's cuts bank outlook to stable
Agency view contradicts SBP confidence, flags heavy govt lending
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Stocks extend losses as selling pressure persists
KSE-100 drops 1,789 points amid lingering uncertainties, geopolitical fears
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Saudi capital sought as debt risks stay high
Aurangzeb links macro stability, Saudi interest in key sectors at AlUla forum
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India skips IWT case proceedings at The Hague
Court hears Pakistan's challenge to Indian hydro projects on Indus, Jhelum, Chenab rivers
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Indonesia says proposed Gaza peacekeeping force could total 20,000 troops
Awaits international mandate before deploying up to 8,000 troops for a new Gaza peacekeeping force
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South Korea to start reviewing US investment projects ahead of enacting bill
South Korea acts to soothe trade tensions after Trump threatens auto tariffs over delayed $350bn investment bill
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Australia urges calm after violent clashes in Sydney during Israeli President's visit
Police use tear gas, pepper spray to disperse thousands opposing Herzog’s visit
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New Zealand mosque shooter showed anxiety, not depression, say former lawyers
Lawyers say Tarrant was fit to plead, contradicting his claims of mental distress at appeal hearing
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PAF showcases JF-17 Block-III, Super Mushshak at World Defence Show in Saudi Arabia
ISPR says participation highlights Pakistan’s indigenous aerospace and export potential
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PM Shehbaz to attend Trump-led Board of Peace meeting in Washington
Pakistan to push Gaza ceasefire, humanitarian access and reconstruction at Feb 19 talks
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Muslim bloc warns Israel against West Bank annexation
Accuses Zionist state of entrenching settlement activity
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Bangladesh poll campaign ends
Muslim-majority nation will elect a 350-seat parliament
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Israeli forces kill four in Gaza
Israel has responded to similar incidents in recent months by carrying out airstrikes across the enclave
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Japan PM basks in historic election triumph
LDP wins two-thirds majority in lower house
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Bangladesh secures 19% US tariff and exemption for some apparel made with US material
Bangladesh cut US tariffs to 20% last August from 37%, easing pressure on apparel exporters
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Epstein accomplice Maxwell refuses to answer questions from US House panel
Lawyers sought Congress approval for her legal immunity to testify, but lawmakers declined
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US to turn over two NATO command posts to Europeans, military source says
Move fits Trump’s push for Europe to take more security responsibility in a European-led NATO
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Somalia signs defence agreement with Saudi Arabia
The deal follows Israel recognising Somaliland, a self-declared state still claimed by Mogadishu
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T20 World Cup: Pakistan to bat first after US win toss
The match is being played at Colombo's Sinhalese Sports Club Ground
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Pakistan had no 'personal agenda' in meetings with ICC, BCB officials: Naqvi
Says Pakistan participated only in interest of justice for Bangladesh
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Record-breaking New Zealand crush UAE
Both openers scored commanding half-centuries
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Ukrainian athlete to wear black armband
The body banned skeleton racer’s black helmet
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Liverpool need 'perfection' to reach Champions League, Slot
The Reds conceded twice in a dramatic finale to lose 2-1 to Manchester City
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What next for crashed Vonn?
She had suffered a "complex tibia fracture" to her left leg in a heavy crash
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Man City eye Premier League title twist
Arsenal remain in pole position for a first title in 22 years
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Buttler calls McCullum 'as sharp a coach as I ever worked with'
He is desperate for success at the T20 World Cup in India
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What next for Vonn after the painful end to Olympic dream?
Veteran ski star hospitalized after severe crash in downhill event
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'Good sense' hailed as blockbuster Pakistan-India match to go ahead
Decision taken to ‘protect the spirit of cricket’ after week-long standoff
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Australia forward Goodwin suffers injury blow ahead of World Cup
Rehabilitation period would likely see Goodwin miss Australia's home friendlies against Cameroon in late March
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'All the pressure' on Pakistan as USA out to inflict another T20 shock
Pakistan may bring back batsman Fakhar Zaman to replace Babar Azam who has been criticised for slow scoring
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Walee group buys PSL Multan franchise for record fee of Rs2.45b
Walee group owner renames the franchise to Rawalpindi
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UAE eye upset in T20 World Cup
They will begin their campaign against New Zealand
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Nepal’s grit wins applause
They suffered a narrow loss to England










































































































