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Britain braces for record heatwave temperatures
Country's meteorological agency says temperatures could get even hotter on Tuesday, breaching 40C mark for first time
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‘PTI defectors, tough economic decisions dealt blow to PML-N in Punjab by-polls’
Ruling party huddle chaired by PM Shehbaz mulled options to save Hamza’s govt in Punjab, say sources
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Paraglider pilots await perfect weather conditions to soar above K2
Pilots reached world’s second highest mountain and climbed to 7,500m; team re-charging in Askole
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President Alvi pays tribute to Neslson Mandela’s life and struggle
Says on his international day 'we renew pledge to strengthen democratic norms of civility across party lines'
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PTI condemns Shahbaz Gill’s arrest
Govt defends PTI leader’s arrest as an attempt to maintain law & order
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PIA resumes Beijing-Islamabad flights
PIA operated its last flight between Beijing-Islamabad on December 19, 2021
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Imran unfit to hold public office: PM Shehbaz
Premier says Pakistan is much more than PTI chief ‘has reduced it to’
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How will PTI’s by-polls victory affect political cases in SC?
Senior lawyers believe role of superior courts, especially SC, will be significant
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Punjab by-polls prove Imran’s rigging allegations wrong: Saad
PML-N did not run away and took tough decisions to save the sinking economy, says railways minister
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Imran renews call for fair polls after PTI's landslide victory over PML-N in Punjab
Imran renews call for fresh elections as Fawad suggests political dialogue
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PML-N congratulates PTI on ‘landslide victory’ in Punjab by-polls
Maryam Nawaz says election results should be accepted with an 'open heart'
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Weather turns pleasant as Karachi receives heavy rain
Monsoon downpours hit several areas of the port city including Sharea Faisal, North Karachi, Korangi and Mosimayat
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Imran wants courts opened ‘now’ over alleged rigging in Punjab by-polls
Govt is using state machinery to rig elections through illegal ballot stamping, alleges PTI chairman
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Rashid’s leaked audio clip sets tongues wagging
AML chief dismisses conversation as ‘joke’ in which he is heard asking someone to bribe PML-N’s Sharqpuri
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PTI claims police, local administration 'attacked' Fawad's vehicle
Police played role of spectator and provided protection to attackers, says party spokesperson
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Another Indian plane makes emergency landing in Karachi
Passengers transferred to transit lounge, offered breakfast
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Movie Review: How to like an unlikeable character
With so many adaptations, it is remarkable that a character that was created to be disliked can still be this liked
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Camel herders of Akhtar Kot
Due to their meagre daily wages, most herders will never be able to buy their own camels
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Book Review: The Power of Love
Having read Bubbles, one feels that the spirit of Charlotte Donohoe has embedded itself into her daughter
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Reimagining globalisation
Disruptions in supply chains have also opened up an avenue for revising traditional supply chain routes and methods
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The catch 22 of loan apps
For many users, it is found that these digitised ‘solutions’ make their problems worse rather than better
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Water, water everywhere: The city that sinks
With time, Karachi's construction was done on the waterways and drainages were blocked
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ECP notification on polling agents suspended
The electoral watchdog had permitted appointing polling agents from respective constituencies
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Control room set up for Punjab by-polls
Control room, monitoring cell, social media wing set up at PML-N Central Secretariat, Marriyum Aurangzeb
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Wang expresses deep grief over floods damages
Chinese minister sends a message of solidarity to Pakistan
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76 polling stations in PP-7 declared sensitive
53 mobile teams formed to patrol area during by-elections today
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Eid cattle markets compound LSD spread
Livestock official says 200 animals quarantined, 37,000 vaccinated in Rawalpindi district
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Two terrorists killed, body of Omer Javed recovered during Balochistan recovery operation
Lt colonel of army along with his cousin was abducted on the night between July 12 and 13 while returning from Quetta
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Social life helps orphaned elephants overcome loss: study
Scientists investigate consequences of a mother elephant's death on her child by examining level of stress hormones
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US 'will not walk away' from Middle East: Biden to Arab leaders
We will not leave a vacuum to be filled by China, Russia or Iran, says President Biden
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Taking U-turn crucial for leaders, generals to rectify ‘mistakes’: Imran
Former premier says country can only move forward by adopting democratic attitudes
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Despite ban on entry, PTI leader reaches Lahore ahead of by-poll
Punjab govt had barred Gandapur and Gujjar from entering province citing ECP concerns
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Former PM Imran faces popularity test in Punjab by-elections
Analysts say election gives PTI chairman the chance to gauge how well his campaign to raise popular support is going
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Railways, PIA reduce fares for domestic travel by 10%
Railways and aviation minister says reduction announced for economy class travel for next 30 days from July 17
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Pakistan faced Rs5.1 tr default risk at end of PTI tenure: Miftah
Finance minister says he imposed 10% super tax on PM’s sons’ factories while Imran Khan gave 'amnesties to friends'
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Indian woman arrives in Pakistan to visit ancestral home after 75 years
92-year-old Reena Chibbar requests India and Pakistan to make it easier for citizens to visit each other
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Rashid urges 'establishment' to 'stay away' from Punjab by-polls
Ex-minister says it must prove itself 'neutral' in tomorrow’s polls; nation to not tolerate any aggression or rigging
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Pakistan records 10 Covid deaths in a day
Positivity ratio reaches 3.28% after 737 test positive in 24 hours
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Social inclusion of transgender and special persons initiated
Special seats reserved for in LG set-up to promote representation of excluded groups
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Elected unopposed: PPP wins 500 seats in LG polls
PPP bags 500 seats in 16 districts, as PTI manages to grab 24 across Sindh
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CCTV cameras to be installed at sensitive polling stations
Karachi and Hyderabad gear up for second phase of local bodies elections amidst strict security
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No single party can lay claim to West district
LG polls likely to see tough contest in multi-ethnic towns
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SHC rejects plea seeking change in by-polls schedule
Court says Muharram polls difficult, govt not to put ECP 'into any difficulty', orders maintenance of law and order
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Hindu girl allegedly kidnapped, converted
Family, relatives, community members stage protest outside Zardari House, demand Kareena's recovery
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Fishermen stay ashore as storm threat looms
Fishermen stay ashore as storm threat looms
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CM talks tough amid rioting
Orders ‘strict action against miscreants’ to ‘establish writ of state’
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Canadian police confirm 'high profile' killing of Sikh businessman
Malik was acquitted in 2005 of charges related to the attack on Air India Flight that killed 329 people
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ACE restrained from ‘harassing’ Sheikh Rashid in land case
Lahore High Court also issues notices to the officials concerned, seeking records of the case
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Maryam woos PTI workers for ‘betterment of country’
PML-N leader says Imran is asking people to vote for ‘biggest dacoit’ on Punjab chief minister post
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Indian Adani Ports, local Gadot win bid to buy Israel’s Haifa Port for $1.2bn
Haifa is Israel's leading deep water port and handled about half the country’s freight volume in 2021
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Next round of US-Iran talks expected soon, says Khawaja Asif
Says there is sense of satisfaction after first round of talks, with no negative developments reported so far
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Pakistan's envoy says ties with US not merely optional but necessity for present, future
Ambassador thanks US, Iran for their strong expression of confidence in Pakistan
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Rs200m worth of liquor seized in joint maritime operation
Intercepts stateless vessel carrying large quantity of illicit liquor intended for unlawful distribution
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Chinese FM Wang Yi felicitates Dar over peace efforts
Both leaders discuss Pak–China five-point peace initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues
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Three 'Indian spies' working in Pakistan handed down sentences
Individuals confess to luring others via social media with money offers for access to sensitive information
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PM Shehbaz says Pakistan making all-out efforts to resolve US-Iran dispute
Also informs cabinet about his upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia
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'Draft was ready': how US-Iran talks narrowly missed historic deal in Islamabad
Last-minute 'hiccup' resulted in breakdown of Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, say sources
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Sindh outlines welfare schemes as Memon details housing, subsidies
Minister says over 300,000 small farmers given financial assistance of Rs1,500 per acre ahead of wheat harvesting
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Fact check: Viral video of former diplomat Deepak Vohra criticising Indian FM is doctored
iVerfiy conducts forensic analysis of the audio, concludes video is doctored and has been dubbed over through AI
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IFATCA praises Pakistan air traffic controllers amid airspace disruptions
Letter states country saw surge in air traffic due to US-Iran war, as diverted flights used its key aviation corridor
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Japanese PM praises Pakistan’s role in facilitating US–Iran talks in Islamabad
In a telephone conversation, both PMs express desire to deepen bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan
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Three killed as passenger vehicle falls into ravine in Lower Dir
Rescue 1122 says a child, woman, and man were killed in the accident, while 10 others were injured
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Police officer martyred, four injured in attack on polio team in K-P
CM Afridi, Governor Kundi condemn the attack, calling it a cowardly act, vowing full support and best medical care
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Pakistan-Iran transit corridor formally opens
The inaugural shipment, comprising frozen meat, was transported via refrigerated trucks to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Confab on prison reforms in June
NJPMC to promote policy dialogue on issue
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Fitch retains Pakistan's rating at B-
Says role in US-Iran ceasefire to ease external pressures
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PSX plunges over 6,600 points as US-Iran talks end without deal
Oil prices surge past $104 per barrel as Trump announces blockade on Strait of Hormuz
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Ending oil dependency cycle
Any strategy must begin with transport that consumes 75-80% of petroleum
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Financialisation of business firm
Goal of these companies is maximising shareholder value via dividend disbursement
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Lessons from America's AI policy
Pakistan treats AI largely as a software and skills initiative on grounds of energy crisis and lack of HPC centres
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Using diplomacy to avert recession
Continuation of war will plunge world into recession, trigger hyperinflation
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Road accidents: a massive economic challenge
Over 90% of freight, 95% of passenger traffic moves by road; accidents are dangerous and unaffordable
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Iran's Hormuz moves shake petrodollar's reign
US-Israel-Iran conflict exposes vulnerabilities in dollar-dominated oil trade, accelerating de-dollarisation
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HEC, industry agree to bridge skills gap
Applied Research Award announced as universities urged to update curricula to match global market needs
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Inflation jumps to four-year high in US
US inflation surge rattles voters, White House
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Chinese investment in Brazil pivots
Ice cream chain Mixue plans $590m investment, while meal delivery firm Meituan to invest $1b by 2030
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Business bodies unite on economic issues
KCCI, FCCI say high energy costs undermining competitiveness, demand tax rationalisation in upcoming budget
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FinMin to attend World Bank-IMF meetings
Will also meet policymakers, Pakistani diaspora to highlight reform progress, growth prospects
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PSX surges 11% on Middle East ceasefire
KSE-100 closes up nearly 16,800 points at 167,191, powered by historic rally
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Germany's debt brake reform fails to advance
Commission members fail to find common ground, will offer non-binding ideas instead of full reform
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Saudi, Iranian foreign ministers discuss regional developments
Talks also covered a Pakistan-mediated round between Washington and Tehran, officials said
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Trump post depicting him as Jesus removed after backlash
Trump posted an AI image of himself as Jesus, drew criticism, and deleted it Monday
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UN urges US, Iran to continue dialogue, says no military solution to Middle East conflict
Thanks Pakistan, for facilitating the dialogue process
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China says Islamabad US-Iran talks a step towards de-escalation, hopes ceasefire holds
Foreign ministry spokesman says all parties need to remain calm and exercise restraint
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Trump warns of 'eliminating' Iranian ships as US naval blockade on Strait of Hormuz begins
Iran’s military says Gulf and Oman ports must be shared equally or closed to all users.
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Trump attacks Pope Leo, calling him 'terrible' for foreign policy and 'weak' on crime
Pezeshkian condemns it, says 'on behalf of Iranian nation, desecration of Jesus is unacceptable to any free person'
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Fact check: Erdogan did not say Turkiye would have attacked Israel if Pakistan wasn't mediating US-Iran talks
A fact-check found no credible reports of Erdogan backing that claim or stance publicly
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Netanyahu says Israel supports Trump's Iran naval blockade
Says Iran violated terms of talks, prompting Trump to impose naval blockade
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Iran warns 'no port in Gulf, Sea of Oman will be safe' after US blockade
Security of ports in Gulf and Sea of Oman is 'either for everyone or for no one,' IRGC says
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Restoring traffic in Strait of Hormuz is of 'paramount' importance, von der Leyen says
Her remarks followed Trump saying US would blockade maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports
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Israel seeks to declare Turkiye ‘new enemy’, says FM Hi
Turkiye-Israel tensions have risen steadily since Gaza war began after Hamas's Oct 7 attacks in 2023
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China rejects accusations of supplying weapons to Iran
Asserts commitment to responsible arms exports as tensions rise over US trade, military policies
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UK will not back blockade of Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
UK refuses to be drawn into Iran war, prioritises reopening Strait of Hormuz, PM says
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Pope Leo rejects 'abuse' of Gospel, doubles down on anti-war message after Trump's tirade
Trump shares AI image of himself as Christ-like figure healing man after criticising Pope Leo XIV
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What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?
Blocking Iranian shipments would disconnect a significant source of oil from the world's markets
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Madrid title hopes dented by Girona
The result leaves Los Blancos six points behind Barcelona
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West Ham sink Wolves
They moved two points clear of the relegation zone
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Fernandez out despite apology
The midfielder will miss Sunday's match
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Italy, Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup
Jasmine Paolini defeated Himeno Sakatsume 6-3, 6-1
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Saud, Rossouw lead Gladiators win
They secured a 61-run victory over Rawalpindi
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De Zerbi targets EPL survival
Manager vows to stay next season
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Gilani hails Pak FIFA triumph
He lauded the women's team for their 80 victory
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Zalmi thrash Qalandars in HBL PSL
Mendis stars in 76-run victory as Zalmi move second in table
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Army’s Shah Khan, Haiqa Hassan clinch singles titles
WAPDA dominated the team events and women’s doubles
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Zimbabwe women set for historic maiden tour of Pakistan
The teams are set to play three ODIs and three T20Is at the National Bank Stadium
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Villa reach Europa League semis
Ollie Watkins scored twice to beat Bologna 3-1
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Zalmi crush Kings in PSL record rout
Mendis’ century and Babar’s unbeaten 87 powered a 159-run victory
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Tennis legend Borg to visit Pakistan
The tournament will feature more than 200 international players
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Lions sack Swanepoel
He departed the season-ending 50-overs domestic final before the end of the game
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Verstappen Red Bull future in doubt
The Dutch driver has recently hinted at possible dissatisfaction











































































































