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ICE raids strip LA's Fashion District of its style and soul
Restaurants, boutiques brace for more disruption
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Kinza Hashmi looks out for pigeons' well-being
Actor talks about faith and kindness
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Milan court flags LVMH brand for labour abuse
Judges cite 'systemic exploitation' in making luxury jackets
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Gisele Pelicot gets French honour
France recognises influential figures
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Begging for survival
Mohammed Ahmed joins rising chorus of actors being denied their dues
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Donald Trump - charismatic or enigmatic?
US President Donald Trump is definitely not an underling or an inferior
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End of 'The End of History'
America experienced 25 years of relatively inclusive growth
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A clarion call for Trump's peace
The ICC's warrants against Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant signal accountability for war crimes
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Cultural number plates
The criticism from opposition parties over this move is not without merit
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Weaponised aid
Israel has killed around 800 Palestinians near aid distribution sites
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Wayward PTI?
There should be a clear plan of action as to what will be the minimum terms of engagement for ushering in a thaw
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Remembering CM Naim
I learned about Tirath Ram Ferozpuri and the early Urdu translations of English detective stories
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Case against Salman Farooqui dropped in viral Karachi assault incident
The footage triggered significant backlash online and led to the registration of a case against the media house owner
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SC stresses taxpayer dignity in recovery process
FBR cannot demand immediate payment without notice, rules SC
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Five EU states to test age-check app to protect children online
The EU has strict digital rules and is investigating how tech platforms protect children or fail to do so
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CDA removes sculpture after backlash over suggestive design
Spokesperson says private company responsible for installing sculpture had not obtained approval for design
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Iran says no nuclear talks if US insists it stop enrichment
US-Iran nuclear talks stalled after Israel launched surprise strikes, triggering 12 days of war with Iran
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FC renamed Federal Constabulary to boost internal security: Talal Chaudhary
Minister of state says restructuring is a defence move to boost national security and support law enforcement agencies
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Imran Khan chose prison over life of comfort abroad, says son Kasim
Kasim noted that although Imran Khan wasn’t present as a father every day, Pakistan "had him as a leader"
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Trump sends weapons to Ukraine, gives Russia 50 days to stop war
He also threatened to hit buyers of Russian exports with sanctions such as China and India
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Ex-mill sugar price fixed at Rs165/kg
Provinces tasked with ensuring sugar availability at fixed rate, says food security ministry
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Pakistan-US relations strong, expanding across key sectors: US consul general
Kristin Hawkins says bilateral programmes in areas such as trade, agriculture can further strengthen mutual support
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US Congress panel to hold hearing on 'political repression in Pakistan'
PTI’s Zulfi Bukhari to testify before Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission
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Over 110 dead since late June as monsoon rains wreak havoc in Pakistan
NDMA issues warning for further heavy rainfall across country between July 15 to 17
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EU warns of tariffs on $84b in US goods if trade talks fail
EU ready to target $21b in US goods over Trump-era steel and aluminium tariffs, with list already prepared
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India tells China to ease border tensions, trade curbs for normalisation of ties
Jaishankar visits China for first time since 2020 border clash that caused a four-year standoff before October thaw
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Easing tax burden on low-income groups a priority: PM Shehbaz
Sharif stresses digital, concise, and database-linked tax returns would primarily benefit salaried individuals
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Pakistan, Iran and Iraq to form joint body to streamline pilgrim travel
Naqvi says from Jan 1, 2026, Pakistani pilgrims can travel to Iraq only via officially registered group organisers
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Fire at Boston-area senior living facility kills at least nine
Fire broke out at Gabriel House in Fall River, Massachusetts, home to 70 residents, around 9:30 p.m. Sunday
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Pepsi and PCB's historical partnership unveils the remarkable "Playboard" initiative: A game for emerging female cricketers
PepsiCo provided cricket kits for Pakistan's U16 and U19 women's teams to fuel the development of women's cricket
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IFJ calls on SC to review new PECA law amendments
Letter underscores FIA powers to act without complaints may silence dissent
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Gold prices continue to surge in local, global markets
Price of 24-karat gold rises by Rs1,600 per tola
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ICC names Aiden Markram men's player of the month
30-year-old's performance guided South Africa to their first ICC trophy in 27 years
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Aurangzeb dismisses criticism of enhanced FBR powers as 'propaganda'
Finance minister touts investor confidence, sustainable economic development
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ECP reserves verdict in K-P reserved seats case
Criteria for seat allocation, notification dates, deadline to join political parties among key points raised
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Bitcoin reaches record high above $122,000
Trump’s pro-crypto stance and new US bills fuel gains across major tokens
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Italy’s abortion taboos stirred by new Sicily legislation
New law mandates abortion access in public hospitals, challenging high rates of doctor refusals
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PR to launch new business train between Lahore, Karachi
New service to feature 28 digitally equipped coaches
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Crash cause yet unclear, says Air India CEO
Airline faces heightened scrutiny on multiple fronts as probe continues
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Seven injured in Iran's Qom residential blast
Local fire chief cites gas leak as initial cause while probe continues
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Fuel prices expected to rise for next 15 days
Official announcement on new petrol prices due tonight
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At least 28 killed in Gaza as Israel bombs over 100 sites today
Demolition spike aligns with Israeli defence ministry's plan to transfer 600,000 residents to 'concentration camps'
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PSX rises past 136,000 to new all-time high
IMF comments, mutual fund and institutional support lift index by 2,203 points
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Severe monsoon forecast triggers red alerts in several provinces
Public advised to limit travel, secure infrastructure, brace for emergencies
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JUI-F jirga also rejects committee on ex-Fata
Declares that a unilateral decision on merged districts will be unacceptable
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IMF sees growth ahead for Pakistan
Mahir Binici says economy to strengthen in 2025 and beyond
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PTI banishes five MNAs from party
The 26th Amendment was passed with a two-thirds majority
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PM to visit China next month
Pakistan procures 80 per cent of its military hardware from China
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Gandapur renews offer for talks with 'real power'
Ministers insist on talks with politicians only
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New force planned to handle security
FC to be turned into Federal Constabulary; Law will be amended to formalise transformation; ordinance to be issued
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Cold wave intensifies as snow blankets KP, Gilgit-Baltistan
Another rain system expected to enter from Dec 27 to 31, potentially bringing rain to some districts of Punjab
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Zardari visits Iraqi shrines, calls for Muslim unity
Four-day visit combines religious observances with diplomatic outreach to boost bilateral trade, security cooperation
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Pakistan Railways records 95 accidents in under a year
Attacks, derailments, collisions marred railway operations as upgrades remained limited to improvements at stations
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Punjab grants arrest powers to forest department under new amendment
Changes aim to target illegal logging, forest fires, encroachments, timber smuggling
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Field Marshal Asim Munir receives Saudi Arabia's highest national honour
Pakistan's top military commander met Saudi Minister of Defence, discussed evolving geopolitical challenges
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Passport department launches 24/7 digital monitoring system
Framework is set to improve transparency, efficiency and response times nationwide
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Sunflower sowing urged for early oilseed harvest
Timely planting of hybrid seeds urged to boost yield, oil content
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Multan promised rainwater disposal
DC Siddique said upgradation of WASA disposal stations is being carried out at rapid pace to improve civic facilities
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Interfaith cycle ride highlights city heritage
Participants pass through historical sites of Walled City
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Collective fight against drugs urged
Experts say eradication of drug addiction essential for building safe, sustainable society
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Prime suspect in murder case arrested
Victim's relatives protested at Civil Hospital, blocked road outside police station for several hours
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PTI protests founder chairman's conviction
Party supporters rally in K-P, term verdicts political revenge
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JI warns of worst economic crisis
Waseem highlighted worsening security situation has robbed people of peace, disrupted businesses, fueled unemployment
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CM vows to boost tech, trade ties with Mauritius
Invites investment in Punjab tourism
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Additional cops to be deputed at churches
Security plan for Quaid-I-Azam Day events also finalised
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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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Rising trade deficit exposes Pakistan’s structural weaknesses
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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China’s trade surplus hits $1.08 trillion as currency valuation debate resurfaces
China’s surplus rose 22.1% in Jan–Nov, prompting renewed questions as to whether renminbi is undervalued
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Boosting exports: 10 policy priorities
Export challenge is not rooted in lack of entrepreneurial capacity or market access, but in fragmented policies
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Pakistan's quiet regulatory revolution
For years, the economy has been constrained by an excess of rules, permits, approvals
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What does Europe's EV retreat mean for Pakistan?
Battery recycling represents area where country could develop genuine competitive advantage
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Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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Policy neglect hits coating exports
Industry seeks sector status, trade route solutions; proposes value-addition
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Cotton exchange sealing sparks widespread concern
Businessmen argue federal authorities' action based on contested ownership claims
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Cars no longer affordable for middle-class
Economists question protection-heavy auto regime as prices keep soaring despite local assembly, import restrictions
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Musk first person worth $700b
Musk's 2018 pay package, once worth $56 billion, was restored by the Delaware Supreme Court
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PSX gains despite mixed macros
KSE-100 index hits 171,404 as SBP surprises market with 50bps rate cut
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Adulterated pesticides dominate markets
CCP study says counterfeit pesticides damage crops, cause significant losses to farmers
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Horticulture podcast to address export gaps
Digital outreach initiative aimed at tackling post-harvest losses, climate risks
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Japan's rate hike signals new tightening phase
BOJ raises short-term rate to 30-year high, driven by persistent inflation, economic worries
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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











































































































