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Israel's Hexagon of Evil
Israel's Hexagon of Alliances' purpose would be opposing "radical adversaries" in the "Shia Axis" and the "Sunni Axis"
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Ibne Maryam huwa karay koi!
Ghalib's couplets voicing an ache without a name, wounds that do not bleed
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Thumping performance
The Surya Kumar Yadav men did not let the Pakistan boycott saga take its toll on their performance
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The right pause
State Bank's decision to hold its policy rate at 10.5 per cent is the discipline Pakistan's economy needs
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Succession and war spiral
The firm support that Mojtaba Khamenei has drawn from Russia is a game-changer
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Women's suffering by men's wars
In a world shaped by patriarchal violence, women carry a disproportionate burden of the aftermath
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Trump's Gaza plan on hold as Iran war pauses disarmament talks, sources say
White House official denies any pause in the talks, says 'discussions on disarmament ongoing and positive'
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France to deploy nearly a dozen warships, mulls Hormuz mission, Macron says
'When Cyprus is attacked, Europe is attacked,' says after meeting leaders in Paphos
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US operations against Iran rack up over $10b in just 10 days
American campaign against Iran costing more than $1b per day, according to Anadolu analysis
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Pair charged with terrorist offences over throwing explosives near protest outside NY Mayor Mamdani's home
'This is being investigated as an act of ISIS-inspired terrorism,' says NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch
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US ‘Doomsday Planes’ take to the skies amid rising nuclear fears
Flight data shows multiple launches of US Navy E-6B Mercury command aircraft since Feb 28
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Balochistan schools, colleges shut down for two weeks amid fuel crisis
Education Department encourages institutions to continue education via virtual platforms
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Iran claims Israel is using civilians as human shield to protect its military officials
Says civilians in northern and central areas have been confined, complicating military operations
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‘We have many surprises in store,’ says Iranian FM in a warning to US
'Nine days into Operation Epic Mistake, oil prices doubled as US plots target our oil, nuclear sites,' he says
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PMD warns Iran conflict may worsen air quality in country's western parts
Met Office also forecasts rain and thunderstorms in the upper parts of the country from March 9-12
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Punjab CM announces closure of educational institutions till Mar 31, imposes fuel curbs on officials
Implements work-from-home policy for govt offices, advises same to private sector
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PM Shehbaz announces 4-day work week, work from home as part of wide-ranging austerity measures
Says cabinet members will not take salaries, announces cuts in lawmakers' salaries and fuel allowances
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Pak Navy launches 'Operation Muhafizul Bahr' against threats to shipping, trade amid Mideast crisis
ISPR says the operation aims to ensure that vital sea routes remain safe, secure and uninterrupted
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Qatar arrests 313 people for sharing footage, ‘misleading information’ amid attacks by Iran
Arrests made for filming and sharing clips and spreading false rumors that could sway public opinion
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Alcaraz battles back to reach Indian Wells fourth round
He will face 13th-seeded Norwegian Casper Ruud
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India target Olympic gold
Yadav says gold in 2028 Olympics was India's next big aim
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Laporta stopped Messi Barca return
Xavi says the Club president wanted to avoid a power struggle
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Russia wins first Paralympic gold
Para-alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won the medal since 2014
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K-P cuts fuel allowance by 25% as cabinet unveils two-month conservation plan amid Mideast crisis
Cabinet also approves 50% work-from-home policy for government offices in an effort to reduce fuel consumption
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'T20 kings': nation celebrates Indian romp to World Cup glory
India successfully defended their T20 World Cup crown in their home conditions
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China proposes five-point plan on Iran conflict
Foreign Minister Wang Yi says China will work with regional countries to restore peace and stability in Middle East
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Milan edge derby to trim Inter's lead
Inter could have moved 13 points clear with just 10 matches remaining
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Liverpool go back to Galatasaray cauldron
Newcastle United prepare to host Barcelona again
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Sindh announces school holiday for March 11
Both public and private educational institutions to remain closed across province
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Dramatic T20 World Cup moments
India clinched the title for the third time after crushing New Zealand
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Sabalenka, Osaka set Indian Wells clash
Gauff retires injured in the third round
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Taliban under fire for hosting designated terrorists in Kabul’s Diplomatic Hub
Area of particular concern is Wazir Akbar Khan, a district that hosts embassies, residences of diplomats and UN staff
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SBP holds policy rate at 10.5% amid Gulf war
Oil shock, Middle East tensions dominate MPC outlook
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'Zootopia 2' creators on making Hollywood's highest-grossing animation
Team says film’s mix of joy, hope and themes about differences has resonated with audiences
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Turkey says it deployed six F-16 fighter jets, air defence systems to northern Cyprus
Move comes after Iranian drone struck British air base in Cyprus last week; Ankara warns of further measures
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New video footage links US missile to girls’ school strike in Iran
Investigation highlights that US is the only party in the conflict known to possess such missiles, as Israel does not
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PSX drops over 11,000 points as Gulf war sparks widespread selling
KSE-100 closes at 146,480.14, down nearly 7% from the previous close of 157,496.10 points
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Post iftar coffee and buffet, the new trend in Karachi
From local street scenes to upscale restaurants; these are some of the go-to spots for iftar, coffee
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Top trends to watch for Eid 2026: Bling and drama lead the season
Trendy cuts, full glam are this year's new normal
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China condemns 'evil designs' of Taiwan premier's Japan visit
Cho flew to Japan on Saturday, the first trip by a premier since Japan, Taiwan broke formal diplomatic ties in 1972
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Iran conflict forces Asian central banks into sharp policy rethink
IMF warns 10% oil price rise could push global inflation up 40 basis points
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PM announces Rs1.5m reward for each hockey player after World Cup qualification
Pakistan ends eight-year wait for Hockey World Cup spot after 4-3 win over Japan in qualifiers
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Pakistan urges nationals in Iran to register for swift repatriation
Ambassador Tipu cites bus shortages, difficulties in arranging departures; makes special appeal to Pakistanis in Qom
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Israel faces difficulty stopping Hezbollah drones, officials warn of long war
Military says interception efforts remain limited and evacuation of northern communities could be considered
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Rising jet fuel prices to push Pakistan airfares up by 20-30%
Price of jet fuel has surged from Rs188.93 per litre to Rs342.32 per litre, PSO sources say
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Rajab Butt announces end of marriage With Emaan Fatima
Maintains that his son, Kiwan, takes precedence over all else
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Global shares skid as oil surge threatens inflation shock
Oil surges up to 30% in one of biggest daily jumps on record, European shares tumble to lowest in over two months
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Oil prices soar over 25% as Iran war rattles global markets
Supply cuts and Strait of Hormuz disruptions push crude to highest levels since 2022
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Trump, UAE leader discuss security as Iran strikes targets across Gulf
Emirati officials said such actions constitute violations of national sovereignty, pose a threat to regional stability
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Arooj Aftab joins War Child’s Help (2) charity album with Beck, Arctic Monkeys, and Olivia Rodrigo
Pakistani Grammy winner Arooj Aftab teams with Beck on War Child’s Help (2) album supporting kids in war zones
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New provinces debate set for parliament today
Both houses expected to pass a proposed unanimous resolution concerning the Makkah Peace Accord
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SC corrects review error in murder case
Stresses due process, fair trial in cases involving life, liberty
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BEYOND MONUMENTS
Grand churches inspired awe, but the memory of a quiet nurse reshaped what faith and vocation came to mean
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Capital sees alarming rise in crime
Robberies expose security gaps; residents blame weak policing for rising insecurity
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Goods transporters defer strike for 40 days as talks succeed
Decision follows talks at Governor House, with transporters resuming operations as several demands are addressed
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Selling sympathy: Flowers, toys become cover for begging
While street vending provides livelihoods, children, women and elderly people are increasingly used to evoke sympathy
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JI begins sit-ins outside governors' houses over inflation, fuel prices
Party workers gather outside Karachi Governor House; Zafar says JI will take issues to their logical conclusion
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AJK Election Commission announces Aug 24 polling for eight reserved seats
Candidates may submit their nomination papers by Aug 20
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MQM-P calls for national dialogue with political parties on new provinces, administrative units
PPP minister Nasir Shah hits back at MQM-P, says Sindh will not be divided but MQM could be
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PMD forecasts rain, wind, thundershowers across upper, central parts from Aug 17-21
PDMA Punjab issues weather alert of the sixth spell of monsoon rains across the province
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Security forces kill seven terrorists in Balochistan's Kharan
Terrorists involved in looting, extortion, kidnapping, targeted killings, planning suicide attacks in Kharan, Lajay
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Can book clubs save reading?
The resurgence of book clubs signals a welcome revival of literary culture
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The dark side of entertainment
Why we savour crime on screen while fearing it in real life
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Child stunting is Pakistan's hidden economic crisis
Malnutrition, not inflation or debt, poses greatest long-term threat to economic growth
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Is US drifting towards 'silent default'?
As federal debt nears $40tr, rising interest costs and inflation are reshaping risks
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Pakistan's crypto gamble
State must first build constitutional, legal & regulatory foundations for crypto initiatives & partnerships
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Pakistan's 79th: time to live, not just survive
Four practical steps that can make daily life more livable without waiting for perfect growth numbers
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Earning S&P, Moody's next upgrade
Ratings growth requires lower debt, high revenues, strong external buffers
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Nvidia scales back funding guarantee
Chipmaker expected to provide less than $120b support for OpenAI data centre
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Anthropic IPO valuation hinges on revenue
AI company projects revenue of roughly $190-200 billion in 2028
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Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows to $94b
Google parent becomes largest institutional holder as bets multiply 100-fold
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Germany may continue to run some coal plants
Delays lignite exit report, fuelling expectations of longer plant operations
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Turkiye eyes stronger trade, new JVs
Says business leaders not merely conduct trade but also build bridges of friendship
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S&P 500 slips from record
With investors nervous about high valuations of AI-related stocks
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PDL satellite connectivity shifted to UAE
Ex-CEO flags challenges, calls for shifting back to indigenous network
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Spain explores trade, investment avenues
European nation offers expertise in precision farming, greenhouse technology
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Construction uplift package being studied
Govt mulls over setting up development bank, rationalising import and export policies
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Circular debt jumps by Rs364b
Power sector inefficiency, lower recoveries, payment rows fuel debt spike
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Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians
Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution
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Russia hits steel plant in new strikes on Ukraine
Kyiv attacks Moscow region
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BD PM not to visit India until Hasina extradited
Foreign ministry says propitious environment needs to be created for trip
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Iran says Qatar delaying probe into fate of pilots
Offers $30k bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers
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Eight Muslim nations rebuke Israel
Move comes as Tel Aviv rejects Gaza plan
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Ronaldo hints at retirement, says upcoming year could be his last
The forward has scored 976 goals for club and country during a career spanning more than two decades
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Pakistan, seven others condemn Israel’s rejection of Gaza roadmap
Foreign ministers of eight countries say Israel bears responsibility for obstructing efforts to end the war in Gaza
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Pope calls for an end to West Bank violence against Palestinians
Pontiff urges action to advance two-state solution amid surge of attacks by Israeli settlers
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Thousands evacuate after Indonesia quake kills 53, aftershocks hamper rescue efforts
3,500 military, police officers deployed as nearly a thousand aftershocks follow quake
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Most US voters say they are worse off under Trump: poll
Democrats lead Republicans 44% to 39% ahead of November midterms, Financial Times poll shows
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Arshad Nadeem crashes out of CWG
Nadeem looked completely off-colour as he bowed out early in the 12-man final, leaving fans shell-shocked
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Arshad Nadeem’s Commonwealth crown slips away after shock early exit in Glasgow
The Olympic champion delivers a dismal performance, failing to secure a top-eight spot
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Hamza, Nasir storm into pre-quarters in international squash event
Hamza Khan beat Shahjahan 11-6, 11-9, 11-4 as Nasir Iqbal also reached the last 16
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De Minaur beats teen Hewitt
He advanced into the Washington Open quarter-finals
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Dulani stars as Sri Lanka beat Pakistan in series opener
She struck her maiden T20I ton as the hosts registered a six-wicket victory
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PSL 12 window remains undecided
PCB weighs IPL clash as well as the Super Six proposal
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ICC confirms 12 host cities for 2027 ODI World Cup
The tournament will be played across 12 venues
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Newcastle manager Howe steps down
The 48-year-old leaves after five years in charge
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Shahid Anwar highlights foundations of Pakistan U19 success
The 58-year-old says his core philosophy has always been to give your absolute best
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Famed Nirmal Purja among 10 climbers reported missing on Pakistani mountain
Team has been out of communication since suspected Thursday avalanche
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Casemiro keen to team with Messi at Miami
He wants to enjoy being with him
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FIFA vows to go ahead with investment proposal
UEFA threatened to boycott the World Cup if FIFA went ahead
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Pakistan’s hockey revival gets a promising start against South Korea
Sufyan Khan converted a penalty corner in the 21st minute
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UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans
Reject FIFA’s proposal to transfer ownership interests in the WC and other FIFA competitions to private investors
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Shan Masood ruled out of second West Indies Test with finger injury
Left-hander ruled out of second Test after scans confirmed finger injury sustained in the Trinidad opener










































































































