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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday renewed his call for national unity and invited all political parties, stakeholders and civil society to join Misaq-i-Istehkam-i-Pakistan, as the nation marked its 78th Independence Day alongside celebrations for the Marka-e-Haq victory. Addressing a grand ceremony in the federal capital, the prime minister announced the creation of the … Read more
BARCELONA: While Barcelona thrilled on their way to winning La Liga last season, scoring 102 goals in the process, coach Hansi Flick accepts this season his team need to improve defensively. With teenager Lamine Yamal and Raphinha shining in attack, the Catalan giants proved an irresistible force as they claimed a domestic treble. However, the … Read more
ROME: At least 26 migrants died Wednesday when two boats sank off the coast of Italy’s Lampedusa island, with around 10 others still missing, the coastguard and UN officials said. Around 60 people were rescued after the sinkings in the central Mediterranean, a stretch between North Africa and Italy described by the UN as the … Read more
Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds has sent Marvel fans into a frenzy after posting a mysterious image on Instagram this week, reviving speculation about his return in the upcoming blockbuster Avengers: Doomsday. The post, which featured the Avengers logo defaced with Deadpool-style red graffiti, instantly grabbed attention across social media. The stylised design — resembling both the … Read more
Former Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul on Wednesday hit out at the national team following their loss in the ODI series against the West Indies, saying the side lacks the quality all-rounders that once made Pakistan a dominant force. Speaking on state television after the series, Gul drew sharp comparisons between the current squad and … Read more
SYDNEY: Australia fast bowler Scott Boland said on Wednesday that the hosts will be unfazed by any England aggression when the Ashes rivals clash later this year. England’s thrilling home series against India ended in a 2-2 draw this month and was notable for several feisty encounters between the two sides. Boland, speaking 100 days … Read more
Katie Price has issued a fierce rebuttal amid speculation of a rift with her children, especially her daughter Princess Andre. The former glamour model took to social media to post a heartfelt quote asserting that a mother’s heart is always in the right place, even when she doesn’t say what her children might want to … Read more
Pakistan’s ODI captain Mohammad Rizwan spoke candidly following his team’s loss in the third and final ODI of the series against the West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy on Tuesday. During the post-match presentation, Rizwan, after losing the three-match ODI series 2-1, acknowledged the challenges his team faced on a tricky pitch. “We … Read more
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar on Wednesday launched a scathing critique of the national team following their heavy defeat in the ODI series against the West Indies, warning that the batting line-up will continue to be exposed whenever they face fast bowling friendly conditions. Speaking on state television after the match, Akhtar also questioned … Read more
The buzz of the Pakistan’s biggest music competition, Pakistan Idol, is once again resounding loudly across the country, as fans have been wondering who will host this electrifying season The wait is over and the name is Syed Shafaat Ali, the show host network announced on its website. “Known for lighting up every stage, adding … Read more
