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Pakistan & AI
The theme of this year's report focuses on AI and its vast potential to accelerate human development.
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Relentless power outages
This is not simply a matter of infrastructure or electricity theft
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Eid under occupation
This war is no longer about defence; it is about domination and total annihilation
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Story of missed targets
The tax collection target is likely to swell to Rs16 trillion
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Advice and accountability
The role of consulting firms in designing such systems begs not just the question of accountability but also of hubris
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Orlando Bloom expresses optimism about potential return to Pirates of the Caribbean franchise
Orlando Bloom discusses potential Pirates of the Caribbean comeback, during ITV interview on Deep Cover promo tour.
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JD Vance denies Gaza genocide after Theo Von confronts him on This Past Weekend podcast
Theo Von confronts JD Vance on Gaza war, genocide claims and U.S. role in Israeli military aid.
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TikTok star Khaby Lame detained in US over visa violation
Khaby Lame, 25, detained in US for visa overstay after Met Gala visit; released same day and has left the country
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Israel waging 'campaign to obliterate Palestinian life in Gaza': UN expert
Israel committed "extermination" in Gaza, targeting civilians in shelters in a bid to erase Palestinian life
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Bilawal warns Pakistan-India war threshold at ‘historic low’
Former foreign minister cautions that another attack could immediately trigger war
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Justin Baldoni’s $400 million defamation lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds dismissed
Justin Baldoni’s $400 million counter-lawsuit dismissed by court, citing insufficient evidence for defamation.
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White House defends crackdown on protesters in LA as Trump calls for California governor's arrest
Trump's immigration policy sparks fierce clash between Democrats and Republicans over migrant deportations
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Air Karachi gets CAA nod, hopes to launch soon
Retired Air Vice Marshal Imran Qadir to lead Air Karachi as COO, backed by ex-Pakistan Air Force team
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Sana Mir becomes first Pakistani woman to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame
Sana was honoured alongside MS Dhoni, Sarah Taylor, Hashim Amla, Graeme Smith, Matthew Hayden, and Daniel Vettori
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America’s immigration dilemma: Law, accountability, and the crisis within
The writer is former press secretary to the president and former press minister at the Embassy of Pakistan to France
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US and China hold trade talks in London to ease tensions
London talks follow first public call between Trump and Xi since his return to the White House, held just days earlier
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Dozens of containers lost at sea as fire erupts on Mumbai-bound ship
270m vessel left Colombo on June 7, expected to reach Mumbai by June 10 with a 12.5m draft.
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Former beauty queen and Univision TV host, Patricia Fuenmayor dies at 51
Univision correspondent Patricia Fuenmayor dies at 51 following a private battle with cancer.
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Development banks pledge €3b to fight ocean plastic by 2030
UN warns ocean plastic waste could triple to 37M tons a year by 2040, up from 11M tons in 2021 if trends continue
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Apple braces for turbulent WWDC amid technical, regulatory storm
Apple lags in AI upgrades as rivals surge; courts may soon challenge App Store rules and fees in US and Europe
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Bilawal slams Indian aggression at Chatham House, calls for global action
The delegation stressed Pakistan’s armed forces, with the full support of the people, gave a strong response to India
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Pakistan's IT sector emerges as fastest-growing industry
The telecom sector also posted strong performance, with revenues reaching Rs803b
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Over one million Pakistanis went abroad for work in FY 2024–25: Economic Survey
Report highlights labor migration trends across provinces and regions, with Punjab leading way by significant margin
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Pakistan’s health spending below 1% of GDP, reveals Economic Survey 2024–25
The report reveals that the total allocation for health during the current fiscal year stood at Rs. 925 billion
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India blocks Sikh pilgrims from visiting Pakistan for Guru Arjan Dev Ji anniversary
PSGPC says Indian action undermines religious harmony
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Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25: wins, warnings and what’s next
Real GDP recorded growth of 2.68% in FY2025
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Pakistan’s power capacity hits 46,605 MW, idle plant costs burden consumers
The government said that this increase is primarily attributed to the addition of 2,813 MW through net metering.
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Economic Survey shows GDP, investment targets missed, inflation remains under control
Government managed to consolidate economic recovery by avoiding a ‘sugar rush’
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Portugal defeat Spain on penalties to clinch Nations League title
Cristiano Ronaldo, who scored his 138th international goal, plays key role in final
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Chinese defence stocks surge as Pakistan buys J-35 stealth jets
PM Shehbaz's post last week confirmed Pakistan’s purchase of China’s J-35 stealth jets
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Clashes escalate in Los Angeles after Trump sends in National Guard
Governor Gavin calls Guard deployment illegal; Trump accuses protesters of inciting violence
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Japanese troops injured in blast at US military base in Okinawa
Tokyo's Defence ministry says an investigation is underway following the blast.
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Govt set to unveil Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25
Speaker Ayaz Sadiq approves NA session schedule; Budget 2025–26 to be presented on June 10
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African lion rescued in Gujranwala after abuse video circulates on TikTok
Suspect identified as Muhammad Usman, son of Muhammad Shahid, remains at large
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Israeli forces seize Gaza-bound humanitarian vessel Madleen in international waters
Footage shows crew with raised hands as Israeli forces board the humanitarian ship
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National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles as immigration protests intensify
Footage shows military vehicles, riot shields at LA federal building after DHS says 1,000 rioted Friday; unverified.
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Tens of thousands rally in Spain for PM Sanchez to resign over corruption
In 2024, Sánchez considered quitting as a court probed his wife over claims of influence peddling and corruption.
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Powerful 6.5-magnitude earthquake shakes Colombian capital Bogota
Central Colombia saw a similar 6.5 quake in 1999 that killed nearly 1,200, highlighting the region’s seismic risk
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Ayaz Sadiq thanks Saudi crown prince for support to Pakistan during 'difficult times'
Meeting took place during a royal luncheon hosted by the crown prince for Muslim leaders in the kingdom for the Hajj
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Iran to reveal ‘treasure trove’ of sensitive Israeli documents, says intelligence minister
Unclear if Iran’s disclosure ties to last year’s reported hack of Israeli nuclear site amid rising nuclear tensions
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Trump’s travel ban on 12 countries set to take effect from Monday
Trump's travel ban echoes his first-term move, aiming to restrict immigration and bar entry from several nations
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Govt to unveil Economic Survey 2024-2025 tomorrow
In FY2023-24, Pakistan's GDP grew 2.68%, falling short of the 3.6% target with agriculture, services sectors lagging
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Five firefighters injured as blaze rips through factories in Karachi's Landhi area
Cause of fire unknown, but stored chemicals and fabrics fueled rapid spread, say authorities
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Israel orders military to block Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Pro-Palestinian flotilla's UK-flagged yacht heads from Sicily toward Gaza, now off Egypt, defying Israeli blockade
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Meta in talks over potential $10b investment in AI firm Scale AI, says Bloomberg
Meta aims to launch an AI tool by next year to help brands fully create and target ads, WSJ reports
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Pakistan delegation reaches UK after 'successful' talks in US
'Intervention' of global powers necessary to facilitate talks with India, neutral probe: Dastgir
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Pakistani celebrity couples share Eidul Azha moments
Celebrities took to Instagram, sharing festive Eid ul Azha pictures with family
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Second day of Eidul Azha being celebrated across Pakistan
Tourist activity surges in country's northern regions
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Palestinian death toll mounts with over 100 killed during Eid
Hospitals at risk of becoming 'graveyards' within 48 hours if fuel shortage persists, warn Gazan health sources
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Trump deploys National Guard to LA as immigration raids spark protests
US Defense Secretary warns Marines may be deployed if unrest continues in California
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Pakistan-Qatar joint operation foils cocaine smuggling bid at Islamabad airport, two held
4.48kg of drugs seized; female courier and handler arrested as cross-border probe expands
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Attack on DI Khan police station, customs camp leaves two martyred, three injured
Constable and customs official martyred; one missing as forces launch hunt for terrorists
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Massive fire erupts at detergent factory
During the operation, a portion of the warehouse's tin-sheet roof collapsed due to the intensity of the blaze
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Two killed in shooting over land dispute
One of the victims is teenage passerby who was caught in crossfire
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12 killed as vehicles slip on rain soaked roads
Six vehicles pile up on M9 as drivers fail to understand slippery road in rain
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Jewellery shop employee among six held for heist
Within 48 hours, police arrested the alleged ringleader, Ameer Alam alias Amir
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PA for no gas supply cuts during Ramazan
The House passed the resolution unanimously
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Workplace harassment: SHC disposes of KE ex-CEO's plea
Governor overturned ombudsman ruling against Monis Alvi a day before his resignation
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VC denies irregularities at UoH
It is pertinent to note that a group of faculty members has submitted a petition to chancellor and the K-P CM
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Students trained in startup development
Event was organised in collaboration with the SMEDA and was held on full subsidy
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Sufi music comes alive at PAC
Figures from the fine arts community, music enthusiasts and members of the public attended the event
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Man acquitted in daughters' murder case
He was also awarded 10 years' imprisonment for grievously injuring his wife, fined a total of Rs30m
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Body of strangled woman identified
He revealed that his wife had gone missing from their home in Lakki Marwat two days prior to the discovery of her body
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Family disputes claim on Imran's vision
Imran informed Bushra Bibi during a recent prison meeting that his eyesight was deteriorating
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Only advertised terms enforceable in public tenders: FCC
The detailed judgment observed that imposing a financial burden later based on the engineer's estimate
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Gold drops Rs9,000/tola as dollar firms
Extends decline, stands at Rs514,762 amid easing geopolitical tensions; rupee stable
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DISCOs seek additional Rs10.8b
This cost can lead to tariff hike of 43 paisa per unit
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Trade imbalance deepens external account strain
Current account deficit hits $1.07b as imports jump nearly 10%, FDI falls to $982m
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Auto Show 2026 to promote local manufacturing
PAAPAM scheduled to be held in Lahore from September 18 to 20
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Mobile imports may face excise duty
Under new policy govt targets $400m refurbished phone re-exports, Rs56b tech fund
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PTCL losses widen to Rs10.46b in FY25
Finance ministry flags debt risks to govt from IFC loan, rising competition
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Depressed prices hurt potato farmers
Jam Kamal chaired high-level meeting to review the situation arising from surplus potato production in the country
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$1b financing wins two IFN awards
FinMin says recognition reflects improved credibility, access to Islamic funding
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Stocks extend losing streak on foreign selling
KSE-100 slips 1,304 points amid political noise and regional tensions
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IMF review tied to governance
Progress on corruption diagnostic to decide release of $1.2b tranche
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PSX extends losses as KSE-100 closes 1,300 points lower
Major sectors retreat as benchmark index settles at 173,150
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Gold per tola slips to Rs514,762 after international losses
Price of 24-carat gold per tola drops by Rs9,000 in Pakistan
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Pakistan, Netherlands sign water-sector MoU
IHE Delft team's visit focuses on training and integrated water management
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Surplus crops expose supply chain weakness
Significant proportion of bumper produce goes to waste every year due to inadequate storages
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MoU inked to enhance access to financing
High-potential startups, SMEs in Sindh will be provided low-cost credit
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France arrests nine over far-right activist's killing
Jean-Luc Melenchon said that those who had attacked Deranque had "dishonoured"
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UK police probe flights over Epstein trafficking
Gordon Brown urges police to probe the disgraced royal's links to dozens of flights
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PM urges inclusive global development push
In Vienna, Shehbaz warns instability rising; backs UN-led reforms
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France, India hail growing ties as Modi hosts Macron
Both leaders had earlier referred to each other as their dear friend
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US will match Chinese low-yield N-tests
United States will return to testing on a — quote — equal basis
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UN for upholding migrants' rights
People "arbitrarily" detained in official and unofficial detention centers — around 40 sites
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Ukraine, Russia hold peace talks in Geneva as Trump puts pressure on Kyiv
Land remains key sticking point in US-mediated talks
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Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader and US presidential hopeful, dies at 84
Jackson ran for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, drawing diverse voters
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Independent UN body condemns 'vicious attacks' on UN expert on Palestinian rights
Germany, France and Italy sought Albanese's resignation; she denies the alleged remarks
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India tells global tech platforms to follow constitution after tougher content rules
'It's vital multinationals grasp local culture,' information minister says
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Iran foreign minister says progress made in nuclear talks with US in Geneva
Iran will present detailed nuclear proposals within two weeks to try to close gaps, says US official
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India's AI Summit opening in New Delhi marred by long queues, confusion
Attendees complained of poor signage, overcrowding and organisational lapses at the New Delhi venue
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Moon sighted in Saudi Arabia, first day of Ramazan on Feb 18
UAE also declares Feb 18 as first day of Ramazan after crescent sighting and cannon salutes
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Khaleda's political heir: who is Bangladesh's new PM Tarique Rahman?
Admits the task ahead is now 'immense', rebuilding a country he says was 'destroyed' by former govt
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Al Aqsa imam says Israel barring him from entering mosque ahead of Ramazan
Sheikh Muhammad al Abbasi says he was barred for a week, with no reason given for ban effective from Monday
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‘Execution was missing’: Agha reflects on Pakistan’s defeat to India
Captain says batters faltered as well, urging the team to regroup quickly and focus on a swift turnaround
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Pakistan make unique record in high-stakes clash against India
Pakistan's six-spinner gamble backfires as India win by 61 runs
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Sanjay Manjrekar calls India’s ‘no-handshake’ stance ‘silly’
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar calls India’s ‘no-handshake’ stance ‘silly’
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T20 World Cup: India bowl out Pakistan to seal 61-run victory
India 175/7 after Green Shirts chose to bowl; Pakistan bowled out for 114 in Colombo
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Still no handshake between Pakistan, India before T20 World Cup clash
India did not shake hands with Pakistan in any of their matches at Asia Cup in Dubai last year, including the final
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From Swat's fairways to the world stage: The rise of Saad Habib Malik
In a cricket-obsessed country, a 19-year-old is building his path in competitive golf
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Banton at home in first World Cup
He carried England to victory against Scotland
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Flick calls for Barcelona reaction
They were thrashed by Atletico in Copa del Ray
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Hamza Roman, Abubakar Talha claim ITF J60 Nairobi doubles crown
Pakistan duo defeats top seeds in thrilling three-set final 4-6, 6-3, 11-9
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Pak climber Mir Abu Zar Faiz sets national speed record
He recorded an all-time fastest national speed climbing time of 5.73 seconds
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Last-gasp Zielinski effort keeps Inter at Serie A summit
He struck a dramatic 90th-minute winner to help his side move eight points clear
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Vinicius bags brace as Real Madrid take Liga lead, end Sociedad run
The 4-1 win helped Los Blancos move two points clear of champions Barcelona
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Liverpool beat Brighton, Man City oust Beckham's Salford from FA Cup
Salah converted his 252nd goal for the Reds from the penalty spot
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Fritz to face Shelton for ATP Dallas Open title
Both players will be chasing another tour title in a high-stakes showdown
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Kane brace helps Bayern widen gap atop Bundesliga
The German giants delivered a commanding 3–0 victory over Werder Bremen to restore their six-point advantage










































































































