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Pakistan middle-order batter Asif Ali has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to his career with the national team. The 33-year-old shared the news on his Instagram account, describing the opportunity to represent Pakistan as the “greatest honour” of his life. “Wearing the Pakistan jersey has been the greatest honour of my … Read more
Every summer, Salzburg, Austria, becomes the center of the classical music world, attracting some 256,000 visitors for a star-studded festival.
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[ NEW DELHI: India is not “profiteering” from Russian oil imports, and its purchases have stabilised markets while keeping prices from rising to as much as $200 a barrel, Hardeep Singh Puri, country’s oil minister, said in the Hindu newspaper on Monday. The US has targeted India for its Russian oil purchases, with President Donald … Read more
Jennifer Lopez just turned 55 and, of course, did it in a way only JLo can—by throwing a Bridgerton-themed extravaganza in the Hamptons that probably had Regency ghosts rolling their eyes. The highlight? A jaw-dropping gown from popular Indian designer Manish Malhotra, who clearly decided that more is more. The designer took to Instagram to … Read more
Team Pakistan showcased grit, determination, and the promise of a bright future for the sport in their debut at the Asia Pacific Padel Cup (APPC) Kuala Lumpur 2025. Out of 24 fiercely contested matches, Pakistan secured 4 impressive wins. The tournament was featuring eight teams including hosts Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, SOuth Korea, Hong Kong, … Read more
PARIS: Taiwanese Olympic boxing gold medallist Lin Yu-ting will not compete at the world championships starting this week, Taiwan’s association told AFP on Tuesday, despite reportedly submitting her sex test results. Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif were at the centre of a major gender row at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where they won titles … Read more
KARACHI: From TikTok to YouTube, the ultimate goal of all multi-stepped skincare regimens is to achieve that coveted clear, dewy, and seemingly translucent complexion – popularly known as glass skin. A plethora of star ingredients have resurfaced, courtesy of long-held Korean and Japanese beauty rituals. Before we unpack these molecular heroes that can give you … Read more
LONDON: The Premier League transfer window shut on Monday after a record-breaking summer of signings across the division. Liverpool led the way with blockbuster swoops for Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz, but Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United also spent big. AFP Sport looks at 10 of the most intriguing deals: Alexander Isak (Newcastle … Read more
KARACHI: Veteran Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc has announced his retirement from T20 internationals, calling time on a decorated career in the shortest format to focus on Test cricket and the 2027 ODI World Cup. The 35-year-old, who made his T20I debut in 2012, bows out with 65 appearances, 79 wickets, and the distinction of … Read more
