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YouTuber Shehzad Ghias claims Maria B filed defamation suit
Maria B first sent a civil notice, then pursued criminal defamation via FIA, aiming to silence dissent, Ghias alleges
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Mindhunter could return as a film trilogy
Actor Holt McCallany hints at a possible revival - this time in the form of three feature-length films.
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DG ISPR highlights students’ frontline role in information war
DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif holds special session with students from the Saylani IT programme in Karachi
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Veo 3 set to be integrated with YouTube Shorts over the summer
YouTube CEO Neal Mohan confirmed the news during Cannes Lions 2025
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Sarah Jessica Parker opens up about her character Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City
The actor opened up about harsh beauty standards and the emotional toll of public criticism.
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US tech workers prefer YouTube over formal courses, survey finds
A new survey revealed 71% of tech workers now prefer YouTube as the premier learning tool for quick upskilling
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Apple wants AI to help build its next-generation chips
Apple is looking to harness generative AI to accelerate custom chip design, according to Johny Srouji
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Google launches voice-powered 'Search Live' as part of AI expansion
The feature is currently available for iOS and Android users in United States only
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Pakistani sisters drown in UK's North Wales national park
Hajra and Haleema Zahid, sisters from Rawalpindi, were both postgraduate students in Wales
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Ralph Fiennes has one key tip for HBO’s next Voldemort
As HBO’s Harry Potter reboot builds buzz, Ralph Fiennes offers light-hearted guidance to the next Dark Lord.
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US resumes student visas with social media caveat
Applicants must make their digital profiles public to allow government officials to conduct in-depth online vetting
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Bad Bunny tells fans not to expect Taylor Swift-style tour as he prepares for global stadium run
Bad Bunny says his tour will focus on new album, not retrospective hits, ahead of record-breaking global concerts.
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Over 680,000 Palestinians forcibly displaced: UN
5 primary healthcare centres, 3 medical points located within 1,000 metres of the newly designated evacuation zones
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Shaheen Afridi picked No. 1 in BBL 15 draft, six other Pakistan players selected
A total of seven Pakistani players are set to feature in BBL 15, the most from Pakistan in a single edition
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SpaceX Starship explodes during Texas test as safety protocols prevent injuries
SpaceX's Starship 36 exploded during a routine ground test in Texas; no injuries reported as safety protocols worked.
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One civilian killed daily in northern Myanmar as junta forces claim 30 lives in one month
Junta forces carried out raids and artillery strikes in the jade-rich Hpakant township
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Internet reacts to Kanye West and Bianca Censori reportedly entering luxury mental health clinic in Mallorca
Online users question Kanye West and Bianca Censori’s reported $170K rehab stay, calling it a luxury retreat.
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Field Marshal Munir, President Trump discussed trade, AI, crypto and energy: ISPR
Field Marshal Munir invites President Trump to make an official visit to Pakistan, ISPR statement says
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Damson Idris hints at Marvel talks for potential T'Challa role in Black Panther franchise
Damson Idris hints if he has spoken to Marvel about possibly playing T'Challa or his son in future MCU projects.
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Anti-war protesters gather outside White House, urge action against Israel
Anti-war demonstrators urged President Trump to avoid war as tensions escalate in the Middle East
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Lakers to be sold for $10 billion to Mark Walter in landmark deal
Jeanie Buss values Lakers at $10 billion in a landmark deal poised to become the most expensive in US sports history
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WATCH: SpaceX's starship 36 explodes during static fire test in Texas
The company has released a statement on social media, confirming safety of all personnel
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Israel says Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist’ after missile strikes
Iranian spokesperson Baqaei says western powers misused IAEA findings to justify illegal attacks.
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12 exonerated in M6 case
No evidence found against accused during NAB, ACE investigations
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Opp lambasts budget as debate continues
Provincial Minister Syed Zulfikar Shah opened the debate
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Two dead in gunfight over 'runaway wife'
The incident occurred near Route W-25 stop in Mohammad Khan Colony.
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Sindh reports first Congo virus death of 2025
The patient had no recent travel history, suggesting local transmission of the virus.
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Fire ravages Millennium Mall
Shopkeepers fault 'delayed response' from civic agencies
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Trump has not made 'a final decision yet on Iran'
'I may do it. I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do', says Trump
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Never surrender, Khamenei tells Trump
Volley of hypersonic missiles targets Israel
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Govt unveils major plan to end Rs1.2tr circular debt
Cabinet approves 'Debt Plan' to restore financial stability in power sector
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Senate panel rejects tax on online businesses
Wants income tax threshold raised to Rs1.2m
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M-6 cost jumps to Rs395b
The project had been approved for the first time in 2020 at a cost of Rs165 billion
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Trump hosts Field Marshal Asim Munir in unprecedented White House meet
Praises field marshal for avoiding war with India; US president, COAS discuss Iran, regional issues
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Pakistan signs '$1b' loan facility
New bond does not pay interest every year; investors receive a lump sum at the end of 15 years
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'India a perpetrator of foreign interference'
Canadian intelligence report notes transnational repression
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X sues to block NY social media law
The complaint, filed in a federal court in Manhattan
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Ships advised to keep their distance from Iran around Hormuz Strait
Electronic interference and elevated maritime threat level reported
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Pakistanis among 60 migrants feared dead
Those lost at sea included Eritrean, Pakistani, Egyptian and Sudanese nationals
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'No' US role in ceasefire with Pakistan
Modi tells Trump India won't accept third-party mediation on Kashmir dispute
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Death toll from Russian attack on Kyiv tops 28
More than 130 people were also wounded
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Taliban enforce smartphone ban in Kandahar schools
"This decision has been made to ensure educational discipline, focus", the statement said
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Israel-backed aid initiative 'outrageous'
"In every war, the siege and starvation surely leads to death," the former UN rights chief told journalists
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Gaza rescuers say 33 killed by Israel fire
Civil defence spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that 11 people were killed and more than 100 wounded
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Justin Bieber feels lost and overwhelmed amid life changes, sources say
Justin Bieber is struggling with fatherhood, past traumas, and trust issues as he navigates major personal changes.
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Climate change could cut crop yields up to a quarter
The steepest losses will occur at the extremes of the agricultural economy
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US Fed keeps interest rates unchanged
Increases in tariffs this year "are likely to push up inflation and weigh on economic activity," Powell said
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UN chief warns against 'additional military interventions' in Mideast
'I strongly appeal to all to avoid any further internationalization of the conflict', says UN Secretary-General
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R. Kelly breaks down in prison, begs for release as health deteriorates, says legal team
R. Kelly cries during prison call and pleads for release as health worsens and fear for his life grows, lawyer says.
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Cassie caught threatening witness in leaked audio, Diddy’s lawyers reveal
Cassie allegedly threatened to kill a man who claimed he saw her in a freak-off video, says Diddy’s legal team.
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Police oppose FIR against Bollywood’s Dhurandhar over PPP rally depiction
Applicant failed to verify allegations, registration of case not warranted, police tell court
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Imran Khan's sisters stage sit-in outside Adiala Jail after being denied meeting again
Police sealed Adiala Road with iron barricades at the Factory checkpoint, prompting Aleema to announce a sit-in
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Surgeons restore eyesight of 101-year-old man in rare cataract surgery success in Rawalpindi
Hospital officials described the case as one of the oldest successful cataract interventions recorded in the region
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Balochistan establishes first AI cell to improve security management, data analysis
AI cell's primary objectives include identifying crime trends, predicting potential risks in high-threat areas
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Several TLP leaders part ways, withdraw from politics citing party's divisive decisions
Express concerns over Shura decisions aiding India’s propaganda, pledge to serve Pakistan constructively
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Divorce cases soar as digital age hits family bonds in Rawalpindi
Over 10,000 divorce cases among 15,198 new family cases have been filed in 44 family courts since January 1
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Temporary smog relief masks underlying problems
130,000 people were affected by air pollution in November alone
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Arif Habib consortium wins PIA privatisation bid with Rs135b offer
The live auction in Islamabad saw Lucky Cement Consortium emerge as the second-highest bidder with an offer of Rs134b
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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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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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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
































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