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Laffer curve: are high rates hurting revenue?
With widening tax shortfall and rising illicit markets, Pakistan's taxation policy may be backfiring
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China's Two Sessions: unveiling roadmap to tackle challenges
It revolves around 10 key tasks such as boosting consumption, attracting investment, mitigating financial risks
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Monetary policy: time for caution
Moderate cut is warranted that preserves policy flexibility, maintains credibility
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Man held for attempting to set daughter-in-law, grandson on fire
Suspect poured petrol on victims due to domestic dispute
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Woman takes own life over row with brother
She was upset by the argument due to which she consumed poison.
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9th member of human trafficking gang held
Suspects extorted millions for sending citizens to Europe
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Doctors advise healthy meals in Ramazan
He also advised diabetics to avoid sugary and artificially coloured drinks
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WCLA organises tour of five restored historic sites
The journey continued to the Tomb of Anarkali, an architectural gem shrouded in history and legend.
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Food consumers face rampant overpricing in metropolis
Poultry dealers term official rates unrealistic
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Dist court ruling in property case overturned
Judge criticises failure to conduct proper proceedings
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CM urges labour welfare legislation
Orders strict enforcement of minimum wage
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Encroachments still disrupt urban spaces
The government's failure to crack down against officials taking bribes from encroachers has allowed the practice
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Health experts warn against deep-fried foods
They recommended opting for healthier alternatives such as grilled meats
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Tragedy renews call for pedestrian bridge
Authorities urged for action to ensure road safety at busy intersection
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Boot camp aims to address waste burning
Islamabad generates approximately 1,575 tonnes of municipal waste daily
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Food delivery apps see rapid growth
Online food delivery orders have increased exponentially over the past year
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Exhibit highlights working women's rights
Marks Women's Day by honouring women's contributions to society
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Late PPP leader's widow on NAB's hook
Anti-graft body files Rs998.86m corruption case against Azra Gulzar Awan
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Pindi completes first phase of cabling project
Second phase of Saddar beautification scheme awaits Rs1.5 billion approval
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Price control efforts fail
The situation has forced people to boycott fruits altogether as prices spiral beyond their reach.
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Enrolment drive struggles to meet targets
The situation has led to increased dropout rates, fewer enrolments in govt institutions
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Fresh rains, snowfall forecast this week
The new weather system is expected to persist from March 9 to 16 in the province.
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K-P seeks Koh-e-Suleiman wildlife conservancy status
K-P government has urged federal government to declare the mountain ranges as a trans-boundary wildlife conservancy.
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CM orders oversight for maintenance
Mechanism to regulate utilisation of funds for upkeep of infrastructure
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Peshawari Chappal prices rise amid Eid demand
Chappal production is in full swing in the city's historic Namak Mandi, Jahangirpura and several other areas.
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Recognising past injustices is no favour, it's a responsibility
The messages I receive not only disrespect my entire community but celebrate our plight.
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Pakistan living in a turbulent world
The team arrived in Washington with the intention of making America great again.
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A half-built bridge rusts in the rain
The current attention economy is a war on focus.
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Unchecked road rage
Dumper trucks continue to collide with speeding traffic in the daytime.
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Vanishing howls
The most immediate challenge is human-wildlife conflict.
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Costly imported cotton
The fallout from these declines extends beyond the agricultural sector.
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Trump's public praise of Pakistan
Trump had instructed the CIA chief to pursue the case on a priority basis.
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PM forms committee to probe Port Qasim land scandal
Three-member panel to probe leasing irregularities after Senator Faisal Vawda's explosive revelations.
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China to boost AI in elderly care amid ageing population, says official
Since January, local governments have adopted DeepSeek’s AI model into services after its latest chatbot release
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Rohit Sharma credits spinners, batting depth for Champions Trophy success
NZ captain Santner acknowledged India's superiority, admitting that his team was "20 or 25 runs short" in the final.
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Modi, Bollywood celebrities praise India's Champions Trophy victory
With this victory, India became the first team to win the Champions Trophy three times.
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Canada’s Liberal Party set to pick ex-central banker as Trudeau’s successor
Mark Carney, ex-Bank of Canada and England governor, is expected to be named Liberal leader as party vote results loom
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Champions Trophy: Who took the most wickets and scored the most runs?
Despite New Zealand's loss in the final, Rachin Ravindra and Matt Henry led the batting and bowling charts.
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Shortage of meningitis vaccine bedevils healthcare
With no local production, people requiring the vaccine for prevention or travel purposes are looted by profiteers
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Fan backlash grows over Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape in Harry Potter series reboot
Paapa Essiedu’s reported casting as Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter reboot stirs fan outrage
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Study finds cockroach milk more nutritious than cow’s milk
the study also revealed that cockroach milk contains three times the calories of buffalo milk
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Tottenham vs Bournemouth 2-2: Late Son penalty rescues tepid Spurs
Son Heung-min’s late penalty rescues Spurs as they recover from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Bournemouth.
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LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne sidelined from senior night, uncertain timeline for NCAA championships return
Livvy Dunne misses LSU’s senior night due to an injury, leaving questions about her potential return.
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Encroachments still disrupt urban spaces
A total of 55,361 operations were carried out in Lahore and three other districts
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Govt dedicated to empowering youth with modern skills: PM
Shehbaz Sharif stressed that the youth play a crucial role in driving technological progress
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Eastern Australia battles flooding and power outages as Cyclone Alfred weakens
Nearly 290,000 properties remain without power, with outages lasting days as crews work; 6,000+ emergency calls made
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Is India's Ravindra Jadeja retiring after Champions Trophy final?
After Jadeja's spell, Kohli's embrace sparked speculation about the all-rounder's potential retirement.
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Pakistani YouTube channels blocked in India for exposing Pahalgam attack narrative
The move has sparked renewed debate around freedom of expression in India.
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Pahalgam attack: US urges Pakistan, India to work towards ‘responsible solution’
Officials said Washington remains committed to encouraging dialogue and reducing regional tensions.
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Heatwave to continue across Pakistan with temperatures soaring 7°C above normal
PMD say the current weather pattern is likely to keep temperatures elevated for days.
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PM Shehbaz summons CCI meeting today as canal protests continue
The meeting, initially scheduled for May 2, was called upon the request of the Sindh government.
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Rs526m released to buy SUVs for top babus
Sindh govt purchases luxury vehicles for commissioners of six divisions and DCs of 29 districts
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As India dials up pressure, China backs Pakistan
FM Dar briefs Chinese, British diplomats on evolving situation
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Jhelum back to normal after Mangla discharge
River still flows just three feet above usual level
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Saudi officials set to review Hajj op in Pakistan
50,500 Pak pilgrims to be facilitated through 'Road to Makkah' initiative
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Fear as deadline for Pakistanis' return ends
236 Pakistanis arrive back from India, while 115 Indian nationals return home
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Thousands of goods vehicles stranded due to road closures
This situation is paralysing commercial activities and poses a serious threat to human lives and valuable property.
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Naqvi assures investors of Pakistan's safety
Minister meets with foreign investors to discuss measures for ensuring their security
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TTP suffers heavy blow as forces foil sneak-in attempt
54 intruders killed in 'precise' action; Son of key TTP leader eliminated; President, PM laud bravery
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No plans in sight to tackle upcoming heatwave
As climate change shifts weather patterns, disaster prevention authorities and hospitals lack a strategy
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'India behind London HC attack'
Atta Tarar says acts of vandalism highlight New Delhi's extremist ideology and hostile actions
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Nawaz advises PM to ease tension diplomatically
PM meets party chief at Jati Umrah; briefs him on NSC decisions
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Reforming taxation for salaried class
Despite being tax compliant, this segment faces high taxes, erosion of benefits
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Why nations advance and Pakistan struggles
Without embracing industrialisation, diversification and strong institutions, we risk permanent fragility
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Economic stabilisation and disinflation
Stabilisation measures are taken to control excess demand mainly through high policy rate, austerity drive
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Meeting benchmarks but missing growth
External shocks coupled with domestic constraints such as weak private confidence weigh heavily on economic recovery
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Trade war: China seeks to boost ties with other partners
To counter challenges, Islamabad and Beijing must fast-track investment in CPEC
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In tariff U-turn, US softens tone
'Trump card' fading after weeks of tough posturing when levies went above 145%
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India to suffer $1.14b trade loss via Pakistan routes: PBF
Indian goods transiting through Pakistan to Afghanistan estimated at about $640 million annually
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Hundreds laid off at Barrick's Mali complex
Subcontractors face liquidation, work stoppages amid govt dispute
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PSX drops 1.6% on Pakistan-India tensions
Sharp mid-week sell-off wipes out early gains over geopolitical jitters, cut in IMF and WB growth forecast
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Biogas is Pakistan's future: Haroon Akhtar
Visits Suzuki's plant site, highlights potential to reduce dependence on oil, LNG imports
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APTMA demands clearance of cargo blockade
Seeks PM's intervention as 25,000 containers stranded; warns of national crisis
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FinMin for boosting regional trade
Says global uncertainty, elevated risks have impacted scores of countries
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IGATEX boasts Pakistan's textile leadership
IGATEX PAKISTAN 2025 showcased a wide array of next-generation technologies
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Maritime complaint cell set up to address grievances
It is part of comprehensive reforms to promote transparency, fast service delivery
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SBP showcases recovery at IMF huddle
Ahmad projects 3% GDP growth, highlights inflation control, growing reserves, and structural reforms
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Pahalgam attack: US urges Pakistan, India to work towards ‘responsible solution’
Officials said Washington remains committed to encouraging dialogue and reducing regional tensions.
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Vancouver car ramming attack suspect charged with murder
Authorities confirm terrorism not motive for Lo's attack who suffers from mental health issues
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Police hunt suspect after shooting at Illinois State University
ISU issues first alert at 7:55 pm on Sunday night, warning of firearm discharge near campus, stating suspect is armed
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JKCHR highlights harassment incidents in IIOJK
It has called for ensuring the safety and dignity of Kashmiris residing across the country
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Zelensky says Ukraine not kicked out of Kursk
Yet hours later Ukraine's army dismissed Russia's claim as "propaganda tricks".
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Napoleon letter sold at auction for $30,000
The sale price was way above the estimate of 12,000-15,000 euros, according to the Osenat auction house
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Iran port blast death toll reaches 40
Iran's supreme leader orders a thorough investigation
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'It could be very critical week for Ukraine deal'
Rubio said there were still "reasons to be optimistic, but there are reasons to be realistic as well"
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One dead, several hurt in Florida ferry crash
Clearwater Police Dept says vessel colliding with ferry fled scene immediately, no casualties reported
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Qatar PM sees some progress on Gaza truce
Gaza health ministry reports death toll at 52,243 as hundreds of war missing confirmed dead
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11 die as car plows through Canada street festival
Dozens others injured in attack on Filipino festival; police rule out terrorism
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Saudi, Qatar agree to pay Syria’s $15m debt to World Bank
Both Gulf states have led diplomatic outreach to Syria’s new rulers after Bashar al-Assad’s ouster in December
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Seven countries offering job seeker visas to Pakistanis
Job Seeker Visa is a temporary residence that enables individuals to stay in country for fixed period to find work
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appoints Hussein al-Sheikh as PLO deputy
The creation of the PLO vice presidency is seen as a key step toward leadership reform and succession planning
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Legendary NFL GM Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson shut down personal question
Bill Belichick sidesteps questions about Robert Kraft and his relationship with Jordon Hudson during CBS interview.
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Jax Ulbrich issues apology after Shedeur Sanders prank during 2025 NFL Draft
Jax Ulbrich apologises for prank-calling Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft, calling it a "terrible mistake."
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Pakistani runners impress during London Marathon 2025
Furqan Masood from Islamabad becomes fastest Pakistani marathon runner with a time of 3:10:07.
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Damian Lillard to undergo MRI, likely out of Bucks vs Pacers game 5
Damian Lillard faces MRI after suffering leg injury as Bucks fall 3-1 behind Pacers in NBA playoff first-round series.
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Mohammad Amir defends celebration after dismissing Babar Azam in HBL PSL
Mohammad Amir discusses his in-swinging dismissal of Babar Azam in Quetta Gladiators' HBL PSL 10 victory over Zalmi.
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Zalmi not 'up to mark,' Babar Azam after Peshawar's fourth loss in HBL PSL X
Babar Azam reflects on Peshawar Zalmi’s 64-run defeat to Quetta Gladiators, citing poor execution in both departments.
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Liverpool tie Manchester United's record by winning Premier League
Liverpool match Manchester United's historic 20 league titles after dominating Tottenham at Anfield in style.
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Zverev, Sabalenka sail through in Madrid Open
Defending champion Rublev exits after defeat by Bublik
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Conceicao praises his Milan side
They reached Coppa Italia final and beat Venezia in Serie A
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Real Madrid implode after 3rd Clasico defeat
Los Blancos were outplayed in Copa del Rey final by rivals Barcelona 3-2
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Hojlund strikes at the death to rescue Man Utd
The Red Devils dodged third successive EPL defeat with a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth
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Mona Khan completes London Marathon
She became first female journalist from the country to finish the event
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Curran expects BD to come 'hard'
He reveals Zimbabwe are not expecting the second Test to be an easy affair
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Rana joins Zalmi for HBL PSL X
This will be his second T20 league experience
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Legendary NFL GM Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson shut down personal question
Bill Belichick sidesteps questions about Robert Kraft and his relationship with Jordon Hudson during CBS interview.
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Oasis and Mariah Carey amongst major omissions from 2025 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees list
Oasis, Mariah Carey, and other iconic artists are amongst the major omissions from 2025 Rock Hall inductees list.
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Jax Ulbrich issues apology after Shedeur Sanders prank during 2025 NFL Draft
Jax Ulbrich apologises for prank-calling Shedeur Sanders during the 2025 NFL Draft, calling it a "terrible mistake."
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Jennifer Lopez sparks debate with viral post about inflation and new romance rumors with Brett Goldstein
Jennifer Lopez’s Instagram post about inflation and her rumored chemistry with Brett Goldstein stir major online buzz.
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Nathan fielder challenges Paramount over anti-semitism concerns as 'The Rehearsal' revisits 'Nathan for You' episode
Nathan Fielder addresses Paramount’s removal of a 'Nathan for You' episode amid rising concerns about anti-Semitism.
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Legendary 'The Godfather' director Francis Ford Coppola honoured with AFI Lifetime Achievement Award
A night of heartfelt tribute reflecting the filmmaker's indelible impact on Hollywood.
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9 hidden fashion facts from your favourite films and TV series
Behind every iconic on-screen outfit, there’s a secret story stitched into the seams.
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Who are the Seraphites? 'The Last of Us' introduces new threat in Ellie and Dina’s journey
A new group appears in 'The Last of Us' season 2 episode 3, hinting at a deeper conflict Ellie and Dina might face.
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VTuber Sinder controversy explained after artist Nanoless accuses her of manipulation and slander
VTuber Sinder faces backlash after artist Nanoless accuses her and her manager of manipulation.
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Everything we know so far about season 4 of 'The Bear'
The kitchen's heating up again and 'The Bear' is almost ready to serve another round.
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2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Bad Company among honourees
Legends from every corner of music are taking their rightful place in the Rock Hall.
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10 new horror movies that haunt you long after they end
Some horror movies leave a lasting impression you won't easily forget.
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Who is Jordon Hudson? Inside her relationship with Bill Belichick amid awkward CBS interview scandal
Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick's relationship made headlines again after Hudson interrupted his CBS interview.
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60 Minutes publicly criticizes Paramount Global over editorial interference and producer’s resignation
60 Minutes criticized Paramount Global's editorial control, citing newsroom tensions and Bill Owens' resignation.
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Blake Lively stuns at premiere amid lawsuit drama with Justin Baldoni
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds attend Another Simple Favor premiere amid ongoing legal battle with Justin Baldoni.