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Taylor Swift’s alleged background vocals on Lady Gaga’s song fuel speculation
Taylor Swift’s rumored background vocals on Lady Gaga’s How Bad Do U Want Me spark intense fan speculation.
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Karachi's killer streets
Making Karachi safe should be a national priority.
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March 8: beyond celebration
Pakistan has produced formidable women who have left an indelible mark on history.
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Utopian claim
The fact is that an unresolved Kashmir is a threat to regional peace and security.
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HBO’s Harry Potter series casts Janet McTeer as McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu nears Snape deal
HBO’s Harry Potter reboot casts Janet McTeer as McGonagall, with Paapa Essiedu nearing a deal to play Snape.
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India's Jaishankar stumbles on human rights concerns
The external affairs minister moved from acknowledgment to outright denial.
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Michelle Monaghan and Adam Scott to star in Netflix thriller ‘The Whisper Man’
Michelle Monaghan and Adam Scott join Robert De Niro in Netflix’s ‘The Whisper Man’, based on Alex North’s novel.
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JIT grills PTI leaders about smear campaign
Interrogates Gohar Ali Khan, others for 1.5 hours, shows them social media posts.
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UN helicopter attack in South Sudan leaves crew member dead
The attack highlights South Sudan's volatile security as the fragile peace process faces increasing challenges
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Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty wraps up with season 3 this July
Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty wraps up with season 3, following Jenny Han’s We’ll Always Have Summer.
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Pakistan honours female polio workers ahead of International Women's Day
Female health workers make up over 58.4% of Pakistan's polio workforce, leading efforts to eradicate the disease.
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Three US army soldiers arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive info with China
The accused are Jian Zhao, Li Tian (active soldiers), and former soldier Ruoyo Duan, stationed at Lewis-McChord
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Viewers criticize The Electric State for weak storytelling and shallow characters
Fans disappointed as The Electric State replaces the novel’s eerie atmosphere with a bland sci-fi adventure.
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Pakistan ranks second-last in global gender equality index
According to WEF's report, only 36% of women participate in economic activities and just 23% are part of the workforce
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Trump threatens new sanctions and tariffs on Russia over Ukraine attacks
Trump’s threat comes after Russia launched major drone and missile attacks Friday on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.
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US job growth strengthens in February, unemployment rises to 4.1%
Nonfarm payrolls rose by 151,000 in February, up from a revised 125,000 in January, says the Labor department.
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Al-Nasr mosque in West Bank's Nablus set ablaze during Israeli army raid
Israeli forces stormed mosques, set fire to Al-Nasr mosque, and blocked firefighters from putting out the blaze.
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US' South Carolina to carry out first firing squad execution in 15 years
Brad Sigmon, 67, opts for firing squad execution, fearing slower, torturous death by electric chair or injection
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Teddi Mellencamp reveals discovery of five more tumors amid ongoing cancer battle
Teddi Mellencamp announces discovery of five more tumors, remains optimistic as she starts immunotherapy.
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Govt advises Afghan Citizen Card holders to leave by March 31
Deportation procedures will commence from April 1 for those who fail to comply, notified the interior ministry.
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Four migrant boats sink off Djibouti and Yemen, leaving over 180 missing
Many migrants on route from Ethiopia’s war-torn Tigray region, seeking escape or work in Gulf
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20,000 tons of waste to be cleared as Kumbh Mela festival ends in India
The massive sanitation effort began after the six-week festival concluded last week in the Indian city of Prayagraj.
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Dolly Parton releases heartfelt song honoring late husband Carl Dean days after his passing
Dolly Parton pays tribute to her late husband Carl Dean with 'If You Hadn’t Been There', reflecting on their love.
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WWII bomb disrupts traffic at Paris' Gare du Nord, affects Eurostar and commuter trains
Eurostar cancels all trains to Gare du Nord, advises travelers to reschedule due to bomb threat
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UAE to experience increased temperatures, light rainfall this weekend
The forecast also indicates that a decrease in temperatures is expected on Sunday.
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India vs New Zealand: Key players and factors in Champions Trophy final
India and New Zealand will clash in the Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday to decide the tournament winner.
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Trump presses Iran for nuclear talks, warns of possible military action
Iran denies receiving letter from Trump urging talks to prevent nuclear weapons development
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Punjab issues list of banned organizations
The move aims to curb terrorism financing and ensure charitable donations don't support illegal activities.
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Gold prices climb locally and globally as market trends shift
Gold prices in Pakistan surged once again, with the price per tola reaching Rs307,000 on Friday.
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Netflix renews Running Point for season 2 just one week after premiere
Netflix renews Running Point for season 2 after strong fan response, with Kate Hudson returning as Isla Gordon.
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Sven Botman sidelined for 8 weeks with knee injury, out of Carabao Cup final
Newcastle defender Sven Botman faces another eight weeks out after a knee injury setback, says manager Eddie Howe.
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10 Fantasy Movies That Are Too Magical to Watch Just Once
Magical experiences you’ll want to relive time and time again.
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CBS cancels S.W.A.T. after eight seasons
CBS officially ends S.W.A.T. with season eight, following past reversals and competition from new dramas.
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SC questions delays in legal pact for Arshad Sharif murder probe
'Journalist was brutally murdered, yet the Pakistani government has not supported his family in Kenya:" Justice Rizvi
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Portfolios assigned to new ministers, advisers
Hanif Abbasi appointed as the Federal Minister for Railways while Mustafa Kamal will head the health ministry
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Dr Aafia Siddiqui Case: IHC questions US prisoner transfer
'Why Pakistan handed over Daesh commander Sharifullah to the US despite having no formal prisoner exchange treaty?'
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Mohammad Hafeez faces social media backlash for meeting Dr. Zakir Naik
Mohammad Hafeez met Zakir Naik, sparking backlash as social media users criticised the former cricketer’s association.
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Spring 2025 Hair Color Trends: From Honey Mushroom to Caramel Brown
Ready to make a bold change this spring?
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Hanni accuses ADOR and HYBE of misrepresenting messages in court as NJZ’s legal dispute intensifies
NJZ’s Hanni calls out ADOR and HYBE for allegedly distorting her messages in court amid the ongoing legal battle.
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ICC announces February 'Player of the Month' nominees
ICC names Player of the Month nominees for February, featuring standout performers from the ICC Champions Trophy.
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Knicks’ Jalen Brunson suffers ankle injury in loss to Lakers
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson suffered an ankle injury in overtime against the Lakers and could miss extended time.
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Blake Lively to attend 'Another Simple Favor' premiere at SXSW amid legal battle with Justin Baldoni
The actress is set to appear at the highly anticipated premiere despite ongoing legal disputes.
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Govt seeks IMF approval to reduce net meter rates
The IMF has expressed concerns regarding the government’s approach to handling solar panel owners
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Neelam Muneer Is Not Quitting Showbiz, Actress Denies Rumours
Muneer sets the record straight: marriage won’t stop her acting career!
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CTD issues terror alert for Quetta
Police have been urged to take additional security measures to protect both the public and government properties.
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NJZ’s Hanni faces backlash after ILLIT CCTV footage exposes discrepancy in court
NJZ’s Hanni is under fire after court footage challenged her claim that ILLIT ignored her at HYBE.
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Hostile elements exploiting internal fault lines through proxies: CDF Munir
Field marshal says future leaders must remain alert to recognise and counter such multi-layered cognitive challenges
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Sindh govt moves to lower e-challan fines for bikers in Karachi
Provincial govt has also agreed to lower fines for vehicles with engine capacities of up to 1,000cc
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Arif Habib consortium wins PIA privatisation bid at Rs135b
The live auction in Islamabad saw Lucky Cement Consortium emerge as the second-highest bidder with an offer of Rs134b
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5G spectrum auction to be 'Pakistan's largest'
FinMin, IT minister announce ECC approval of 600 MHz spectrum sale
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Excavations at Taxila’s Bhir Mound reveal traces of ancient city before 6th century BC
Traces found of narrow streets, residential structures, water wells, areas for storing grain, daily use artefacts
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Maryam warns LHC order suspending property law will help land mafia
Punjab CM says ordinance protects citizens, criticises court move as harmful to widows and poor
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LHC upholds dismissal of Jhang official for harassing female teacher
Court says workplace harassment is not limited to office premises and can extend beyond buildings
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Shehbaz open to talks with PTI but rejects ‘illegal demands or blackmail’
PM says dialogue possible on legitimate issues as PTI founder’s sister rules out talks
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Islamabad court orders Airblue to pay Rs5.41b in damages over 2010 crash
District and sessions court rejects airline appeals, fines carrier for delaying compensation
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Gunmen kill five policemen in KP ambush
Attack in Karak district targets police vehicle in sensitive oil and gas region
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All set for auction of PIA's 75% shares today
Sealed bids to be opened publicly in the presence of media
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Pakistan, Libya clinch multi-billion dollar arms deal
The officials, all involved in defence matters, declined to be identified due to sensitivity surrounding the agreement
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Govt, allies push back at Opposition alliance charter
Coalition sets terms for talks, says dialogue possible only without preconditions
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SHC extends stay order in ex-judge degree case
New bench to take up case after winter break
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Lawyers question impact of new Constitutional Court
Flag backlog risks, trust deficit after FCC's creation
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PSX lacks direction as investors weigh rollover week
KSE-100 index slips 130 points amid subdued trading ahead of 75% PIA stake bidding
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Live auction for PIA’s 75% shares underway
Arif Habib Group currently stands as highest bidder with LCI close behind
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SBP urged to rethink banking for high-tech growth
Economist calls for cash flow lending, equity finance as economies shift to intangible capital
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ECC proposes uniform tariff to wipe out debt
Emphasises need for developing road map, bringing efficiency to power sector
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Indonesia signs FTA with Russian-led Eurasian Union
Union will grant Indonesia preferential rates for 90.5% of its total tariff lines
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Industry flags risks to 2026 growth
Warns ease of doing business, cost reduction remain unaddressed despite pledges
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Gold, silver at new highs on global rally
Yellow metal hits record Rs462,362/tola; international rate tops $4,400
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Solar financing gaps in market prevent access to $2.8billion
Rigid rules, risk perceptions lock households, SMEs out of distributed financing
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Textile exports to China show sustained strength
Shipments reach $488.5m during Jan-Nov, supported by expansion of value-added categories
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Leveraging US tariffs can lift Pakistan's exports
Country can raise exports to $10b by tapping opportunities in American pharma sector
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Range-bound session keeps bourse in red
Index loses 200 points, weighed down by mixed performance, lack of triggers
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China hits EU dairy with tariffs
Duties, ranging from 21.9% to 42.7%, seen as retaliation for EU's EV tariffs
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PSX ends subdued as KSE-100 slips 200 points amid cautious trade
Cautious stance of investors kept the benchmark confined, reflecting wait-and-see approach ahead of clearer triggers
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Gold prices hit record highs in global, local markets
Price of 10 grams gold rise by Rs5,315 to settle at Rs396,400
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Building material prices hit record high
Federal, provincial taxes, increases in gas, electricity, transport costs, contribute to this
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ASEAN ministers meet to restore Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire after 60 killed, half a million displaced
First direct talks since fighting resumed on Dec 8, Malaysia urges bloc to play more forceful role in halting conflict
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Meta is earning a fortune on a deluge of fraudulent ads, documents show
Meta internally estimated 10% of its 2024 revenue could come from scam-linked advertising, documents show
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Bondi attack suspects held ‘tactical’ training before shooting
Court documents allege father-son duo rehearsed in NSW countryside; Albanese vows tougher hate, gun laws
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Ukraine settlement talks enter third day in Miami
Russia launched atleast 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 9 missiles of various types
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Kidnapped Nigerian schoolkids freed
Another 130 abducted Niger state pupils released, none left in captivity
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Somalia tightens security before historic elections
Somalia will deploy more than 10,000 security personnel in the capital
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Trump's ally urges action on Hamas, Hezbollah
Israel made dismantling the arsenals of both groups, allies of its arch-foe Iran
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Israel’s security cabinet approves 19 new settlements in West Bank
The move raises approved settlements over three years to 69, says Finance Minister Smotrich’s office
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Sudan drone attack on Darfur market kills 10: Rescuers
Since April 2023, Sudan's army and RSF conflict killed tens of thousands, displacing nearly 12M people
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Pakistan to witness year's longest night, shortest day on December 22
Earth's 23.4° axial tilt causes the changing lengths of daylight throughout the year
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Dozens mourn six killed in Israeli shelling of Gaza shelter
Gaza hospital reports victims of shelling: infant, 14-year-old girl, two men, two women
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Trump readies aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026
ICE and Border Patrol get $170B through 2029, a major boost over current $19B annual budgets
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Nine killed in mass shooting at tavern near Johannesburg
This was the second major mass shooting reported in South Africa this month
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US intercepts oil tanker off Venezuelan coast, officials confirm
It’s the second time in recent weeks that the United States has gone after a tanker near Venezuela
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Thousands mourn slain Bangladesh student leader
Tens of thousands joined funeral procession to pay respects to Sharif Osman Hadi
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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










































































































