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Barack and Michelle Obama share rare family photo for Sasha’s 24th birthday
Barack and Michelle Obama post rare family photo to celebrate daughter Sasha’s 24th birthday on June 10, 2025.
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Govt sets record petroleum levy target at Rs1.47tr
Higher levy to deny consumers relief from falling global oil prices
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Status quo maintained on equity taxes
Market sees stability as budget leaves capital gains tax unchanged
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PSX soars to new peak
Index rises 383 points owing to progress on resolving debt crisis
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Businessmen air concern over budget measures
Chambers, trade bodies call for tax base expansion, raise alarm over unrealistic targets
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Subsidies trimmed by Rs180b to Rs1.18tr
Power sector to get lion's share of Rs1.03tr while allocations for KE, AJK, FATA, and industries cut
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Govt allocates Rs4b for agriculture, livestock in FY26
No new taxes on fertiliser, pesticides; seed sector reforms, foreign training programmes announced
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Youth preferring to shop and earn online taxed
Govt targets Rs64b in revenue from taxes on digital platforms, courier services
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Govt slaps Rs415b taxes to raise Rs2.2tr
Middle class to feel heat as digital platforms, solar panels, cars and couriers among key targets
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Man guns down brother over property dispute
Victim ambushed by assailant on way home
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Court clerk sentenced to death for lawyer's murder
Accused convicted of killing Saddam Hussain, injuring another
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4,150 tonnes of animal waste collected
The deputy commissioner said over 1,400 sanitary workers participated
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Newlyweds commit suicide on railway track
Husband asked elder brothers for money for honeymoon
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Rs1,200b Punjab budget likely on 13th
Education, health allocations to see major increases
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Bandits of Katcha capitalise on fear
Despite dozens of police operations in the Katcha areas of Rajanpur, no substantial success has been achieved
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Church hosts interfaith Eid Milan party
The gathering brought together religious scholars and leaders from various communities
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Burger shop owner among two injured by employee
Police register case of attempted murder
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US role key to regional peace: CM
Maryam vows to strengthen relations between Punjab and California
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R. Kelly demands release after alleged murder plot in prison
R. Kelly says white supremacists were ordered to kill him in prison and demands release amid serious safety threats.
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Dakota Johnson reveals dating non-negotiable after Chris Martin breakup
Dakota Johnson reveals her top dating nonnegotiable after Chris Martin split, emphasizing kindness and respect.
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Country singer Conner Smith involved in fatal crosswalk collision
Country singer Conner Smith struck and killed a woman, 77, in a Nashville crosswalk; investigation is ongoing.
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Sanitary workers demand additional salary
The RWMC Labour Union (CBA) has demanded an additional salary instead of Rs10,000 as a reward
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Heritage site rescued from burning down
If timely action had not been taken, the fire would have reduced the ancient cultural site to ashes
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Suspect rearrested after escape
Police say suspect escaped from hospital after deceiving cops
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Temporary CDA staff regularised
The CDA Board also decided to actively pursue the transformation of the CDA Model Nursery into a "Gardenia Hub."
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Man, two sons shot dead
The police said that the motive behind the attack was an old enmity between the two sides.
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Eid cattle sales now a middlemen's game
Livestock traders see a record 30-34% drop in sale of sacrificial animals in Pindi
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Child allegedly kills infant cousin
The police registered a kidnapping case and launched an investigation
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Taxes fuel unprecedented price hikes in FY25
Additional 20-40% increase in prices is anticipated due to new taxes in FY26 budget
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Education dept seals six private academies
The association has demanded that the Rawalpindi deputy commissioner take immediate notice
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Workers threaten countrywide protest
They also demanded that the minimum wage be increased to Rs60,000,
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Govt employees, pensioners reject budget as 'cruel joke'
Allege it ignores soaring inflation and favours the ruling elite
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Tom Felton criticized for downplaying J.K. Rowling's controversial remarks amid Broadway debut
Tom Felton opened up about his return to Harry Potter on Broadway, also addressing J.K. Rowling's controversial views.
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Jaishankar's ‘terroristan’ remark overlooks India's own role in regional instability, aggression
RAW linked to killings abroad, hate speech spikes in India as Pakistan presents ‘irrefutable’ proof
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Justin Baldoni's lawyer calls Blake Lively’s legal win a false victory
Justin Baldoni’s lawyer calls Blake Lively’s legal win a “false” victory after the lawsuit is dismissed.
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Gigi Paris opens up after 2 years on split with Glenn Powell following Sydney Sweeney romance rumors
Gigi Paris opens up for first time after the split in 2023, revealing details about phone call that led to it.
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Family pension duration capped at 10 years following spouse's death
Govt discourages premature retirement, multiple pensions, proposes 5% on high-income pensioners
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Sharjeel Memon criticises budget for sidelining Sindh, Karachi's development
PPP is taking these budgetary decisions seriously and plans to review the budget in detail, says senior Sindh minister
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Day of the Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies at 86
Former spy and espionage thriller writer drew on real life experiences
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PML-N leaders back new democracy charter
Saad Rafique urges Nawaz Sharif to rise to occasion; play role in initiating a dialogue
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Pakistan consults Turkiye, Iran on Gaza plan
Dar speaks with counterparts on humanitarian, stabilisation roles
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Green Shirts roar back to rule Asia at Under-19 level
India stunned after entering final unbeaten; Opener Sameer Minhas scripts history
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Pakistan, Iraq pledge stronger bilateral cooperation
Zardari meets Iraqi leaders, vows joint fight against extremism, terrorism and narcotics
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Parks get fresh look under beautification drive
Horticulture Agency intensifies seasonal plant care, upgrades recreational facilities
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Pindi courts face growing case backlog
Courts decide 26,658 cases; 43,351 remain pending as year nears end
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Preps begin for BB's death anniversary
Liaquat Bagh to be washed with rose water as PPP plans daily vigils
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Twin cities' churches adorn festive outlook
Security tightened at religous sites, shopping peaks amid complaints over soaring prices
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Snowless December rings climate alarm
Experts warn of severe summer water shortages amid rising temperatures and forest fires
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Relief promised for University Town victims
Relief promised for University Town victims
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Govt forms committee to boost cybersecurity
NCICS to make national information security framework and assess vulnerabilities
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RMB valuation and limits of traditional exchange rate models
Global focus is on the Chinese currency, sparking debate over whether it is overvalued or undervalued
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Is trade deficit rooted in structural weakness?
Trade integration, not import curbs, is critical for sustainable growth
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Low inflation may be misleading
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living
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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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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, economy has been constrained by excess of rules, permits and approvals
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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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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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US strikes kill five IS members
Forces say they struck more than 70 IS targets in what Trump described as 'very serious retaliation' for Dec 13 attack
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Wheelchair user flies into space
Michaela Benthaus, an aerospace, mechatronics engineer, was among passengers to cross Karman line
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‘Russian strikes aim to cut off Ukraine from sea’
Strikes have escalated even as US pursues uphill diplomatic drive to coax deal to end war
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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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