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Going viral: Arab world treats virus panic with humour
Among the treatments are a TV show starring coronavirus as guest of honour
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Army brass reviews COVID-19 preventive measures
COAS chairs 230th Corps Commanders’ Conference at GHQ; national, regional security situation also discussed
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Covid-19: PSL matches in Karachi to be played in empty stadium
PM Imran Khan convenes National Security Committee meeting to review measures against COVID-19
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Poland confirms first death from Coronavirus
A 57-year-old woman dies in Poland due to the new type of coronavirus
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Balochistan extends closure of educational institutions till 31st amid coronavirus fear
Decision to reopen academic institutes will be reviewed on March 27, says provincial educational minister
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Punjab govt declares health emergency amid coronavirus threat
The decision from Punjab cabinet comes after receiving a briefing on coronavirus from provincial health officials
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PSL matches in Karachi to go behind closed doors
Today’s match between Kings and Qalandars will be open for spectators
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'Italy has abandoned us': Brother trapped with sister's body in coronavirus shutdown
Italy has shut down almost all its shops except food stores and pharmacies in Europe's toughest lockdown
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Karachi Kings hand Lahore Qalandars ten-wicket drubbing
Openers Babar Azam and Sharjeel Khan notched up an unbeaten opening partnership of 151 runs in 17.1 overs
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Foreign exchange: SBP reserves jump $32m to $12.8b
Central bank cites no reason for increase in reserves
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Jang Group CEO Shakilur Rahman arrested by NAB in assets beyond means case
Media group owner was taken into custody after failing to give satisfactory answers during interrogation, say sources
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Maryam breaks months-long silence, says she cannot be ‘threatened’
PML-N vice president appears before media for first time since she was granted bail from LHC in November 2019
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We need to resuscitate romance in our society: Arshad Mahmud
He feels that a major revival of Urdu poetry is needed to bring the personal connection back in our music
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Amanullah Khan remembered at Alhamra
The event was attended by many including provincial minister Fayyaz Ul Hassan Chohan
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Hasan Ali, Yasir Shah reprimanded over ‘unacceptable’ behaviour
Duo indulged in a bizarre activity on the field during a training session
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Kumail Nanjiani says he channeled Hrithik Roshan for 'The Eternals'
The 'Krrish' actor became Kumail's superhero inspiration
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European airline stocks in tailspin after US travel ban
Pan-European STOXX 600 drops 5%, mainly dragged down by travel and leisure sector
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Bitcoin slumps as global market turmoil infects cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin slumped its lowest
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Oil falls $2 as Trump surprises with travel ban
Two main benchmarks are down about 50% from highs reached in January
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Parliamentary panel approves LHC Justice Naqvi for SC judge
It was the incumbent CJ Gulzar Ahmed who had earlier proposed Justice Naqvi’s name
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Human rights activists refer to India's riots as an 'organised massacre' against Muslims
New Delhi police actively helped Hindu mobs burn down Muslim homes, torture Muslim families
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Twitter staff ordered to work from home over virus fears
The outbreak has spread across the world killing more than 4,600 people
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Iran says it has asked IMF for $5 billion emergency funding to fight coronavirus
WHO declared the coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic
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65% of Chinese students spend over 3 hours online daily
Of the 1,923 parents surveyed, 32.2% said their children spend one to three hours online
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Why Sonali Bendre chucked her wig, wheelchair post-cancer
Actor says she wanted to embrace her new self
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Angeline K Malik pledges to never work with Khalilur Rehman
After the writer's alleged jibe at Adnan Malik, she urged actors to rally against him
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Spectator at women's T20 final tests positive for coronavirus
Australia beat India by 85 runs to win the tournament in front of a crowd of 86,174
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PTI ordinances: IHC gives amicus curie time to submit written response
Separately, IHC CJ Athar Minallah adjourns hearing in PMDC case till March 24
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Indonesia busts Malaysians for virus-mask smuggling
Suspects claim they were planning to distribute the masks to children in neighbouring Malaysia
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We support the senate's decision on 'Zindagi Tamasha': Chairman CII
The council had been barred from reviewing the film by the Senate Function Committee on Human Rights
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French Polynesia has first confirmed coronavirus case in S Pacific
New Zealand has had five confirmed cases, but no fatalities
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New Zealand mosque attack survivor says shooting has damaged him for life
Attack killed 51 worshippers and injured dozens of others in New Zealand’s worst mass shooting
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India orders cricket matches in empty stadiums to combat coronavirus
India's sports secretary said it wanted the national cricket team’s upcoming matches to be played in empty stadiums
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Ukhano was falsely blamed on social media: FIA
The Youtuber had registered an FIR against one of the accusers and the investigation report is out
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US, UK troops among 3 dead in Iraq rocket attack as US-led coalition responds
While militant IS has lost its territory, sleeper cells remain capable of carrying out attacks
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FACT CHECK: This is a 2017 photo of Nawaz Sharif at a reception in Pakistan
The photo has been shared more than 22,000 times
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CII expresses reservation over Zainab Alert Bill
Council disagrees with using Zainab's name in the bill, says the name is likely to cause trauma to the family
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Pakistan’s security reputation is a little bit unfair: Moeen Ali
The 32-year-old believed that no place on earth was completely safe because of rising crime rates
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IHC issues notice to PTA in contempt case for failing to notify PECA section
In 2019, IHC ruled that PTA was not empowered to block websites without hearing the viewpoint of the other party
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Mattel unveils new Barbies to celebrate the beauty of black women
Stylist Shiona Turini collaborated with Mattel to create diverse, bold styles
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US again postpones high-level meeting on Huawei and China
Trump administration officials have postponed for a second time
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Facebook offers support to Pakistan for coronavirus awareness campaign
Dr Zafar Mirza says the social media platform could help sensitize people in the country against the pandemic
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Did Khalilur Rehman Qamar call Adnan Malik a 'hijra'?
The writer used harmful, gendered slurs to allegedly insult the 'Sadqay Tumhare' star
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SC seeks response from govt on Pakistan Steel Mills privitisation
CJP orders government to lay off all employees, and appoint new people if it wants to keep PSM running
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'Don't panic' says US woman who recovered from coronavirus
The 37-year-old experienced flu-like symptoms and treated herself from home
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'Don't worry, I'm fine,' insists Juve coronavirus victim Rugani
25-year-old defender is the first top-flight footballer to fall victim to the virus which has killed 827 in Italy
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Neymar sets PSG on way to Champions League quarters as banned fans gather outside
French club shrugged off having to play in an empty stadium to a 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund
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'We play to win': Simeone defends Atletico style after shocking Liverpool
Madrid knocked out the European champions with a 4-2 win on aggregate at Anfield and progress to quarter-finals
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Trump suspends travel from Europe to US in coronavirus crisis
About 4,500 people have died so far worldwide
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In pictures: PSG players celebrate win with fans despite coronavirus fears
The French champions beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 to secure a 3-2 aggregative victory
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PPP nominees fail to get JCP’s nod
Commission clears 19 appointments across 4 high courts; doesn’t select ant candidate below 45
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Nationwide petrol pump strike postponed for two weeks after govt assurances
Petrol pump owners withdraw shutdown call after govt assures margin review and a two-week fuel pricing trial
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Bilawal vows to protect AJK rights, accuses PML-N of pursuing 'anti-Kashmir' agenda
At Mirpur rally, Bilawal claims PML-N wants key AJK decisions taken in Islamabad, not Muzaffarabad
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Security forces kill 10 terrorists, arrest two female suicide bombers in Balochistan
ISPR says multiple intelligence-based sanitisation and targeted operations conducted in Surab and Mastung in 48 hours
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FIA arrests four, including NADRA officials, over fake IDs for Afghan nationals
Agency alleges fraudulent identity document network linked to terrorist entities as probe widens
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Pakistan, Iran agree to boost cooperation on counter-terrorism, border security
Momeni also separately met railway minister to review progress on key cross-border railway projects
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Probe uncovers links between illegal seminaries and terrorist facilitation
Authorities say arrested facilitator used religious rulings to justify extortion
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Dar urges ADB to expedite financing for ML-1 railway project
Earlier, Dar meets the Russian FM, review relations and commit to strengthening cooperation in key areas
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FO condemns Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, Red Sea shipping
Says threats challenge rules-based maritime order and jeopardise uninterrupted flow of global commerce
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Pakistan seeks US support for better access to global capital markets
FinMin tells US Treasury Sec the country has moved from macroeconomic stabilisation to sustainable, export-led growth
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Will ask PM to make me AJK premier: Nawaz
Maryam vows to replicate Punjab model
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Govt mulls fresh austerity measures
Among the proposals under consideration is a reduction in the number of weekly working days
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Pakistan seeks $10b in US backstop facility
Loan will help country boost its reserves
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'CSS decline reports misleading'
FPSC dismisses claims of 45% decline in aspirants, terming figures misinterpreted
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Govt raises POL prices as pump strike looms
Dealers oppose daily pricing after talks with government fail
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S&P Global upgrades Pakistan's credit rating to 'B'
Agency cites stronger institutional capacity, sustained implementation of IMF reforms for move
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PSX plunges 1,700 points as US-Iran tensions rattle investors
Banking, cement and fertiliser stocks lead decline as Brent crude nears $96 per barrel
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Gold rises for second consecutive day, reaches Rs433,836 per tola
On Tuesday, the price per tola rose by Rs4,700 to Rs429,236
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Oil extends gains to near six-week highs on new Middle East supply risks
Brent crude futures rise $1.84, or 2.0%, to $92.85 a barrel
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ME conflict clouds economic outlook
Threatens to fuel inflation, widen external pressures and complicate monetary policy
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Pakistan, China ink EV charging pact
Battery storage policy to reduce oil imports, says SAPM
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Maritime minister woos Chinese firms
Says Gwadar Port offers logistics, warehousing and free zone opportunities
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PSX slightly up after early rally loses steam
KSE-100 index rises 206 points as ceasefire hopes lift sentiment
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Pakistani elected IAF vice president
Election seen as boost to value-added exports
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Gold gains Rs4,700/tola on US-Iran truce hopes
International market surges over 1% on easing tensions, softer Fed stance; rupee inches up
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KUFPEC eyes cooperation in petroleum sector
Ebrahim said KUFPEC sees strong potential for expanding its presence in Pakistan's upstream energy sector
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First PSX listing of new fiscal year approved
Credit information provider Tasdeeq secures SECP nod for public listing
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Consortia selected for bond, Sukuk issuances
FinMin holds meeting with international banks as part of process to establish diversified financing framework
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Bureaucrats to get Rs1.8b allowance
Approved despite austerity measures, 7% raise; second special perk in 4 years
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Govt appoints international bank consortiums for future sovereign debt issuances
Finance ministry says three bank consortiums were selected to support Pakistan's future sovereign debt issuances
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US says interim trade deal with India 'almost complete'
Rubio and Jaishankar discuss defence, Middle East and Indo-Pacific
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After Trump’s threat, Iran warns no one will sell oil if Tehran can’t
Threatens attacks on regional energy infrastructure
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Hitler's birthplace begins new life as a police station
Austria's government hopes that the conversion will prevent it from serving as a place of pilgrimage for neo-Nazis
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War in Iran has cost the US $37.5 billion so far, Pentagon says
Iran war has strained the Pentagon's $1 trillion budget, as Hegseth seeks additional funding for the US military
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What's behind India's 'cockroach' youth protests?
Opposition parties see protests as an opportunity to corner Modi over an issue that has massive public resonance
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International Criminal Court members to vote on firing prosecutor Khan over alleged misconduct
The vote on his fate comes just a week after Washington announced a renewed diplomatic campaign to dismantle the ICC
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More Red Sea shipments disrupted as Rubio says Iran not serious about talks
With Hormuz blockage, millions of barrels of Saudi oil are heading to Saudi Arabia's Red Sea port of Yanbu instead
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IRGC claims attack on 2 air bases in Jordan, killing US troops
Funeral ceremonies held on Wednesday for the remains of 32 girls among 168 children killed in the Minab school attack
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Lebanese president sets 3 conditions for Hezbollah disarmament, including Israeli withdrawal
Joseph Aoun says Israeli withdrawal, army control, state-led reconstruction needed for process
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Indian exam protest forces parliament suspension, adding pressure on PM Modi
Under soaring pressure, India's education minister promises reforms and debate
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Trial date proposed as June 2027 for Nicolas Maduro in US court
Prosecutors, defence lawyers submit pretrial timeline ahead of Wednesday's hearing on schedule
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Algeria evacuates residents as wildfires spread in Annaba province
Firefighters battle blazes amid record heat, strong winds as 66 fires remain active across 19 provinces
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Advanced Iranian missile capacity poses ‘problem’ for US amid strikes on Gulf, American troops: report
Iranian precision-guided missiles repeatedly penetrate Jordanian and US missile defences
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Trump approves landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia: report
Deal, which would last 30 years, estimated to be worth tens of billions of dollars, WSJ says, citing US officials
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New York City mayor calls Netanyahu 'war criminal,' urges US to enforce ICC arrest warrant
Mamdani says Netanyahu is 'not welcome' in New York as Trump says Israeli PM won't be arrested in US
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Arrogance or pride? Argentina grapples with World Cup villain label
Critics argue the team is FIFA's darling, received favorable referee calls such as penalties, cards shown to opponents
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Pro-Palestine Spain beat pro-Israel Argentina to become Fifa World Cup 2026 champions
Spain passed, probed, protected, and pampered the ball as if it were national treasure
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Spain beat Argentina to win World Cup
Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the game
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World Cup moments: Viking row, minnows sparkle
The race for the Golden Boot caught fire early
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Trump to bask in World Cup final spotlight
The match in New Jersey will be the first World Cup fixture that Trump has attended
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Burns leads British Open
He fired a 65 to seize two-shot lead
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Antonelli takes Belgium GP pole
He beat Verstappen by 0.317 seconds
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Brook urges England to follow Root's example
He wants his side to add a touch of Root’s magic to their batting
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Pak football gets UN recognition
PFF’s innovative mental health programme receives international praise
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How much money is at stake in the 2026 World Cup final?
World champions will receive $50 million, while the losing finalists will collect $33 million
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France's Mbappe becomes World Cup's all-time top scorer
Mbappe leads Golden Boot standings with 10 goals, two ahead of Messi
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England beat France in historic 6-4 victory to claim 3rd place at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Saka scored a hat-trick in 6-4 victory
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Messi's Argentina face Spain's cool machine
World Cup final is South America vs Europe, passion vs precision, a match threaded with curious personal history
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Morocco, Spain battle to host 2030 WC final
The FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Portugal, Spain and Morocco
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France cruise past Japan 42-15
They scored six tries against a Japan side












































































































