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CAP calls for urgent retail tax reforms
Urges govt to restore 12% GST, revive POS prize scheme, simplify tax registration
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IPAK makes its debut on PSX
Applications totalling Rs2.54b received against base issue size of Rs1.47b
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With lower imports, trade deficit shrinks to $21.7b
Exports gain some pace, sparking hopes of meeting annual target
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Pakistan has to repay $10b by July
Pressure mounts on govt high-ups to seek rollovers, repay loans on time
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Gas explosion kills 11 colliers near Quetta
The explosion caused extensive structural damage within the mine, collapsing several sections and trapping the workers
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PBC denounces PTI's demand for CJP’s recusal
Top lawyers’ body rejects ‘tactics to malign judiciary’
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Pakistan eyes loans, infra deals during PM's China visit
Govt decides to make bullet payments to Chinese power plants to reduce outstanding dues
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Internet disruptions halt e-registration of properties
Revenue targets of the registration branch have also fallen short due to the malfunctioning of the internet system
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Kohsar Tourism Highway project hits snags
Cost of scheme connecting four hilly tehsils likely to rise past Rs5 billion
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Pindi cracks down on illegal LPG cylinders
Forest dept enhances monitoring amid rising cases of forest fires
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Two fraudsters held for sacrificial animals scam
Police say animals in pictures or videos are not the ones being sold to customers
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Bus terminals under scrutiny before Eidul Azha
Rawalpindi commissioner emphasises importance of implementing reduced transport fares
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Light showers end severe heatwave in twin cities
Residents breathe sigh of relief as strong winds sweep away scorching temperatures
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Robbery spree grips Haripur's Khalabat Township
The reign of lawlessness persists in Khalabat Township with another brazen robbery
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Court reunites child with mother
Declares father’s move to hand over child’s custody to friend as illegal
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Pindi reports suspected Congo virus case
Doctors say Chakwal resident displaying Congo virus symptoms
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Ratta Amral cemetery falls into despair
Citizens have to pick their way through overgrown vegetation to reach loved ones’ graves
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Two motorcyclists injured as rain breaks heat spell in Lahore
LESCO officials say 322 feeders tripped, causing power outages to various parts of city
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Paretabad incident
Eight children, rushed to burns ward of Civil Hospital Karachi, succumbed to their injuries
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A cry for justice
Itteqa’s murder is not a isolated incident, it is part of a horrifying pattern of violence that has gripped Karachi
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Logical acquittal
Release of acquitted leaders will galvanise the missing trust in the edifice of governance.
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GNH and GDP
Pakistan is a nascent state in terms of economic development
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What are we controlling?
The underlying principle here is that things that cause harm in society should not be allowed to proliferate
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Why and how strategic planning matters
There was a time when planning in form of five-year plan led to ‘great leap forward’ in terms of economic development
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Menopausal women are left behind
The global population of menopausal women is expected to include 1.2 billion by 2030 due to increased life expectancy
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Doubts grow over Gaza truce plan as Israel-Hamas battles rage
Israeli PM Netanyahu's office stresses that Israel would push on with the war until all of its 'goals are achieved'
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Washington Commanders cuts Super Bowl champion after sexual assault allegations
NFL kicker, Brandon McManus, has been sacked by his team following allegations by two flight attendants.
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Kate’s Medical Records Breach: Decoy plan unveiled amid ongoing investigation
Three months on, a hospital data breach involving the Princess remains unresolved, raising questions and concerns.
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World's biggest solar farm comes online in China's Xinjiang
The facility will generate about 6.09 billion kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity each year
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Chinese, Swiss scientists design energy-efficient brain-like chip
This work offers AI applications a brain-inspired intelligent solution characterized by exceptional energy efficiency
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‘Venom: The Last Dance’ trailer teases the return of Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man
That surprise ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ character appearance has fans excited about Garfield's return to the franchise.
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Harry and Meghan to miss Trooping The Colour but unexpected guest makes surprise appearance
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are excluded from the balcony but a lesser-known royal has received an invitation.
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Govt plans to purchase new cars for babus
Despite the province’s economic woes, bureaucrats will be receiving brand new vehicles
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PM directs immediate abolishment of Pakistan Public Works Department
Shehbaz says department ‘failed’ to achieve its objectives
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Prince Harry angered by removal of letter defending Meghan Markle.
The Duke is reportedly upset as letter defending Meghan Markle removed from the official royal website.
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Hunter Biden's criminal trial begins in aftermath of Trump conviction
Hunter Biden faces three felony charges over a 2018 gun purchase in the first trial of a sitting president's child
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Alvi calls for ‘urgent’ dialogue among all stakeholders
Former president says all stakeholders must participate as it is sole path to improvement in country
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Palestinian sisters cry out for missing mother after Gaza airstrike
Thousands of Palestinians are still under rubble after relentless airstrikes killing 36,000 people
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Bridgerton season 3 heats up: Penelope and Colin engaged, but Lady Whistledown secret looms large
Trailer for the Bridgerton season 3 part 2 has been released
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Lebanon's Hezbollah launches drones squadron towards Israeli military targets
Such an attack would be Hezbollah's first involving a drone squadron since its exchanges of fire with Israel began
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Russia warns US against 'fatal' miscalculation in Ukraine
Earlier, President Vladimir Putin, who said NATO countries were playing with fire and risking a deeper global conflict
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Rain to bring relief from heatwave conditions across Pakistan
PMD predicts spell of dust-thunderstorm rain in the northern regions of country from June 4 to June 7
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China maintains stance on disputed Gulf islands despite Iran's anger
Chinese foreign ministry urges Iran and UAE to resolve differences via dialogue, reiterating its 'consistent' stance
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Jack Black responds to melbourne students’ invitation to watch 'School of Rock' performance
'I'm so touched, so moved by your video and the fact that you're going to rock'
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ASML, Belgium's Imec open laboratory to test newest chip-making tool
The new laboratory will provide better chip making facilities on 350 million euro advanced machines
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South Korea to suspend military pact with North over trash balloons
North Korea has launched hundreds balloons carried by wind across the border that dropped trash throughout South Korea
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Biles continues Olympic build-up with ninth all-around US gymnastics title
Gymnastics superstar posts two-day all-around total of 119.750 to win title
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Meghan Markle to make a cameo in ‘Suits’ spin-off movie?
Markle's former co-star teases potential reunion with the ‘Suits’ cast in a spin-off film.
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Tremors felt in parts of Karachi
NSMC says earthquake struck at depth of 22 kilometres, with its epicentre located 15 kilometres northeast of Karachi
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Djokovic eyes 15th successive French Open quarter-final
Defending champion to face 23rd seed Francisco Cerundolo for a place in the last eight
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26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes: DG ISPR
Pakistan Army says response underway after unprovoked attacks hit homes, mosques, and public facilities.
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Pakistan downs five Indian fighter jets in retaliation for India's missile attack: DG ISPR
26 civilians martyred, 46 injured in Indian strikes, DG ISPR confirms.
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Karachi, Lahore airspace restored after 48-hour suspension
Aviation authorities confirm all affected routes operational.
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Access to X partially restored in Pakistan
The move comes at a time of heightened military tensions with neighbouring India.
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Pakistan declares air emergency at major airports
Airports in Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, Skardu, and Peshawar placed on high alert.
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Eight civilians martyred, 33 injured in Indian strikes on six locations: DG ISPR
All media outlets to be taken to the affected areas to expose “India’s naked aggression” to the world, says DG ISPR
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Chenab surge worsens Indo-Pak water row
Inflow jumps to 26,000 cusecs within hours after overnight level of 3,100 cusecs
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SC to hear pleas for review of reserved seats ruling
Judges question non-implementation of the Supreme Court's original decision, delivered on July 12, 2024.
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CB rushes reserved seats case
Legal experts caution that the bench's actions may further erode apex court's authority
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Pakistan delivers Swift Retort 2.0
Armed forces give fitting riposte to naked Indian aggression; PAF warplanes prevent Indian jets from violating
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FIA plea for remand extension of Armughan turned down
Court remands accused in illegal call centre case to judicial custody
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Mahar's family casts doubt on police claim
Says they were not allowed to see prime suspect Sheral's body
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Eight caught in abduction case
The hostage was rescued alive and unharmed without having to pay the demanded ransom.
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25 booked for blocking road
The accused were reported to be injuring citizens by hitting them with stick
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Traders slam new tax laws
Dr Shahid Rasheed Butt, on Tuesday strongly criticised the recent amendments to the tax laws.
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Govt may hike agri input taxes
Mulling limits on SEZs' tax-free status from FY2025-26
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Senate seeks clarity on barter trade
Raises concern over undefined trade rules with Iran, Russia, Afghanistan
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PSX ignores rate cut positivity
KSE-100 index loses 533.73points amid Moody's economic warning
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Kazakhstan offers strong commercial incentives
Economists urge investment bank, trade corridors to deepen Pak-Kazakh ties
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ADB warns against long-term protectionism
Officials say hopes of drop in bank's interest rates purely due to IMF qualification may be unrealistic
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Tax Ordinance withdrawal demanded
Industry leaders urge unified response to tackle repressive tax measure, save industries
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Policy delays threaten $5b refinery investments
Refinery upgrade plans stall as investors await Brownfield policy, tax clarity
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LCCI presents key budget proposals to Senate
Urges tariff restructuring, simplified tax regime to boost industrial growth
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Pakistan seeks stronger ADB support in Milan
At annual meet, US, China come with daggers drawn, India showcases digital progress, Pakistan’s requests remain same.
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Gold continues to climb in local, international markets
The price of silver also increased, with one tola of silver rising by Rs57 to Rs3,482.
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Power dues adjustment via NFC
Govt cuts provinces' share by 40%; Balochistan gets Rs55b for solar tube-wells
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Fast EV charging tech introduced
MG streamlines for HS PHEV buyers with wall-mounted 7kw charger
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PSX ends flat amid geopolitical jitters
Policy uncertainty, rupee volatility, India trade tensions weigh on investor sentiment
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Another US fighter jet lost from USS Truman in Red Sea
Second F/A-18 from USS Truman crashes in Red Sea; crew ejects safely
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US spent $21 trillion building underground bases for elites, ex-Bush official claims
Catherine Fitts claims US built secret underground cities for elites, funded by $21 trillion in government spending.
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UN chief urges restraint after India's missile attacks on Pakistan
"Operation Sindoor" , Pakistan-administered Kashmir leading to 8 casualties, 35 injured
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Canada 'never for sale', Carney tells Trump
Oval Office meeting comes amid tariff dispute
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Israeli strikes 'destroy' Sanaa airport
Oman announces US-Huthi ceasefire deal
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Trump brings up NHL's Alex Ovechkin in bizarre press conference with Carney
Trump name-drops NHL's Alex Ovechkin during press conference with Canada’s new PM, calling him a “big, tough cookie.”
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'Rizwan is not captain-material' says Kamran Akmal after Sultans' HBL PSL exit
Kamran Akmal criticises Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership, says PCB should never hand him captaincy powers again.
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Buddy Hield clutch in Warriors win but Stephen Curry now in doubt for NBA playoffs
Hield’s clutch shooting lifts Warriors past Timberwolves in Game 1 after Stephen Curry exits with hamstring strain.
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Buddy Hield wears wrong shorts against Timberwolves, gets trolled online
Buddy Hield wore the wrong shorts in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves, causing a delay and giving fans a laugh in NBA Playoffs.
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HBL PSL 10 points table: Who will follow Quetta Gladiators into playoffs?
Quetta Gladiators become the first team to qualify for HBL PSL 10 playoffs with two group games still to play.
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Inter produce remarkable comeback to beat Barca, reach UEFA Champions League final
Inter Milan beat Barcelona 7-6 on aggregate in Champions League semi-final to reach their second final in three years.
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All roads lead to Rome Open for Sinner
He gears up for his return to the courts after a contested doping ban
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Bodybuilder Furqan bags gold, bronze in Dubai
Pak national stuns rivals at Global Powerlifting event
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Cummins heroics in vain
Rain dumps Hyderabad out of IPL
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Trent Alexander-Arnold: A New Chapter at Real Madrid
He confirmed his departure from Liverpool at the end of the season
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Leadership transition on cards for India
Bumrah is likely to become Rohit's deputy in England Tests
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National Women's T20 to begin today
The 18-day tournament will be played in Karachi
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WI announce squad for ODI series against Ireland, England
The three-match ODI series against Ireland will begin on May 21
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Bangladesh set for Sri Lanka tour in June
The series will begin with two Test matches.
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Cork backs Raza as future Pak star
The former England bowler expressed strong admiration for his bowling skills
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Doechii caught on video shouting at assistants before Met Gala 2025 appearance
Viral TikTok clips show Doechii yelling at assistants over umbrellas before her rainy Met Gala 2025 debut.
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'Practical Magic 2' starring Bullock, Kidman gets official release date
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reunite for Practical Magic 2, set to hit theatres September 18, 2026.
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Smokey Robinson sued for alleged sexual assault and harassment in $50M LA civil case
Four former employees file a civil lawsuit against Smokey Robinson alleging decades long rape, harassment, and abuse.
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YNW Melly requests pretrial release on bond in double-murder case
Rapper YNW Melly seeks bond as he awaits retrial in double murder case; judge’s decision expected in the coming days.
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Is an 'Elden Ring' movie in the works? The truth behind the Alex Garland and A24 film rumours
A report linking Alex Garland and A24 to an Elden Ring movie circulated online, but is there any truth to it?
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Barry Diller, husband of Diana von Fürstenberg, comes out as gay
Barry Diller reveals sexuality and reflects on decades-long romance with Diane von Fürstenberg in upcoming memoir.
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GTA VI Trailer 2: Rockstar Games reveals first look at new characters, locations, and story details
GTA 6’s second trailer reveals characters, story, and Florida-inspired locations ahead of its 2026 release.
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Buddy Hield wears wrong shorts against Timberwolves, gets trolled online
Buddy Hield wore the wrong shorts in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves, causing a delay and giving fans a laugh in NBA Playoffs.
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Michelle Obama gracefully embraces therapy, as gracefully as she accepts the next phase of life
Michelle Obama shares her therapy journey, empty nesting experience, and marriage advice.
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Haliey Welch addresses $HAWK meme coin scandal and its impact on her career
Haliey Welch shares her thoughts on the $HAWK coin controversy, expressing regret over the financial losses caused.
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Camila Cabello parts ways with longtime manager Roger Gold
Camila Cabello and her manager Roger Gold have ended their partnership, marking a significant shift in her career.
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ACL Fest 2025 lineup features Sabrina Carpenter, Hozier, Doja Cat, the Strokes, and more
The 2025 ACL Fest will offer a mix of legendary acts and fresh talent, with performances spanning multiple genres.
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Former Eurovision contestants call for Israel's exclusion over Gaza conflict and double standards
Over 70 former Eurovision contestants sign letter demanding Israel's ban from 2025 contest, citing Gaza conflict.
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Sydney Sweeney faces backlash for white woman reference at 2025 Met Gala's 'Black Style' theme
A Hollywood muse couldn’t keep Sweeney from drawing controversy at fashion’s biggest night.
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Seeing double? Zendaya and Anna Sawai stun in nearly identical Met Gala looks
Zendaya and Sawai delivered a fashion double-take that no one saw coming.