Who will become the next Senate chairperson?

Senators to vote at 2pm

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Sri Lanka sweep Bangladesh ODI series

Hosts win third fixture in Colombo by 122 runs

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Three killed, six injured in Quetta and Dera Bugti

Firing incidents occurred in Quetta, blast in Dera Bugti

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Trump tariffs 'not hitting Chinese economy'

The US President's former chief economic adviser Gary Cohn says the trade war affects the US more than China.

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Three men arrested for stealing dozens of motorcycles in Rawalpindi

The suspects sold the bikes

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Four men killed in hit-and-run in Karachi’s DHA

After hitting two motorcycles, the car's driver fled

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Karachi’s Sakhi Hasan graveyard floods in the rain

More than 50,000 graves inundated with sewage

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US accuses Chinese billionaire of evading $1.8bn in tariffs

Liu Zhongtian is alleged to have been part of a complex scheme to smuggle aluminium into the US.

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North Korean soldier defects after crossing DMZ, says South

The man was spotted overnight crossing the heavily guarded border zone and is in military custody.

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Kelly Craft: Congress confirms UN ambassador pick

Congress approved President Donald Trump's nominee for UN ambassador by 56 votes to 34.

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Fears stoke backlash against Venezuelans in Peru

Why some Peruvians fear that the recent influx of Venezuelans migrants poses a risk to their jobs.

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VG Siddhartha: The man who brought coffee culture to India

The death of coffee chain owner VG Siddhartha has sent shockwaves through India's business community.

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US-China trade war: 'We're all paying for this'

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific.

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What are the US's intentions in Africa?

Can the US compete with China's huge investments in the continent?

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Taking Nasa's space buggies for a spin

BBC Click's Spencer Kelly takes a ride in some in some of Nasa's latest vehicles.

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Cameron Boyce: Disney star died due to epilepsy, says coroner

Further testing was needed to establish the cause of his death, finding he died of natural causes.

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Pakistan’s first astronaut Namira Salim says space brings countries together

She was launched in 2006

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The Lion King - how VR brought the animals to life

Director Jon Favreau explains how technology allowed the film to obtain a documentary look.

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Sadiq Sanjrani will remain Senate chairperson, says Sheikh Rasheed

A no-confidence motion has been submitted against him

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Is Hassan Ali getting married to an Indian woman?

Indian media claims he is getting married on August 20

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The Lion King - how VR brought the animals to life

Director Jon Favreau explains how technology allowed the film to obtain a documentary look.

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Steve Bannon: Trump's border crackdown is 'anti-racist'

Steve Bannon says a wall will help black and Hispanic communities - and calls Ilhan Omar "anti-American".

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Case lodged after blast kills five people in Quetta

32 people were injured in the attack, six critically

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Indian coffee king’s body found by river

He went missing amid financial troubles on Monday

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Karachi hotel owner burns ‘lazy’ underage worker with hot tea

The chief minister has taken notice

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Four family members killed as train hits car in Ghotki

The accident occurred at an unmanned railway crossing

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Hub Dam has enough water to supply Karachi till 2020

KWSB head says there is some benefit to the rain

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China toddler: Three-year-old falls six storeys and survives

A toddler in China has survived a six-storey fall after he was caught by people holding a blanket.

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One killed in train-car collision in Islamabad

People protest over unmanned railway crossings

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28 killed as Afghan passenger bus hits roadside bomb

Most of the victims were women and children

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Shin Ok-ju: S Korean doomsday cult leader jailed for six years

The pastor convinced her followers to move to Fiji in 2014 where some say they were beaten.

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Japan heatwave: Mascot one of 11 deaths during high temperatures

Officials say 11 people have died and 5,000 have been hospitalised amid high temperatures.

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Man kills wife for having ‘affair’ with neighbour in Okara

No case registered yet

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Karachi rain death toll rises to 18 in two days

PM Imran Khan has taken notice of the situation

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Hallstatt: A town of 800 people that gets a million tourists a year

Visitors have boosted the economy of Hallstatt in the Austrian Alps, but not all residents are happy.

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Samsung profits tumble as it warns of 'challenges' ahead

It comes as a trade row between Seoul and Tokyo creates fresh uncertainty for the electronics giant.

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VG Siddhartha: Body found in search for Cafe Coffee Day tycoon

VG Siddhartha, founder and owner of popular Indian chain Cafe Coffee Day, had gone missing on Monday.

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Ten Democrats line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage.

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Court stops FIA from arresting Nasir Janjua in video case

He has been granted protective bail till July 31

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Imam’s behaviour not acceptable, says PCB

Managing Director says batsman is an ambassador of the country

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Katy Perry copied Dark Horse from Christian rapper Flame

A jury rules against the singer after a week-long trial over the production of her 2013 song.

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Chief justice jets off to Russia for seven-day visit

Justice Azmat Saeed sworn in as acting CJ

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Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers.

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Teenager killed over chicken karahi bet in Lahore

Suspects confess to crime after eight months

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Garlic festival shooting: Three dead in Gilroy California

Eyewitnesses describe the shooting at a food festival in California that has left three people dead and 15 injured.

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Heavy rains continue to batter Karachi

Streets remain flooded

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PM Khan to chair federal cabinet meeting

A nine-point agenda will be discussed

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Grindr: Chinese parent company plans to list gay dating app

Grindr's Chinese owner said US authorities no longer object to a public listing of the dating app.

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The amateur lawyers helping people walk free

A community group in California is helping poor people get justice.

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17 killed as Pakistani army plane crashes into residential area

12 other have been injured

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Neymar rape case dropped over lack of evidence

The São Paulo attorney general's office say the case is being closed due to a lack of evidence.

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Unnao rape: India murder probe over fatal crash

A woman who had accused a ruling party MP of rape was seriously injured and a key witness died.

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Senate fails to overturn Saudi arms sale veto

The Senate fell short of the two-thirds needed to overturn a presidential veto.

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Pakistan military plane crashes in residential area killing 15

The small plane crashed in a residential area near the city of Rawalpindi, engulfing houses in flames.

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Boko Haram: A decade of terror explained

How the death of one man 10 years ago sparked an unending campaign of terror in Nigeria and beyond.

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Who is ASAP Rocky and why is he on Trump's radar?

The president asked Sweden's PM to free the rapper, who is now due to go on trial in the country.

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Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers.

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'I've spent 22 years searching for silver in a ghost town'

Robert Louis Vesmarais is the sole inhabitant of Cerro Gordo, where he's been searching for silver.

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US election 2020: Do front-runners win their party's nomination?

Joe Biden is leading the polls challenge to President Trump, but will that be the same in November 2020?

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Is routine genetic profiling coming closer?

Genome sequencing projects around the world are revealing promising new health insights.

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Doctors' crowdfunded hospital brings hope in Syria

After a children's hospital in Aleppo was bombed, donations from around the world funded a new one.

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PTI’s Lund gets the axe

Shireen Mazari ‘regrets’ appointing him human rights adviser

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Pakistan champion Fatima Aftab shoots for the sky

Youngest national champion wants to set alight South Asian Games

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India tiger census shows population growth

PM Narendra Modi says India is "now one of the biggest and most secure habitats of the tiger".

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Imran Khan promises to protect minorities’ worship places in Pakistan

Says he is working to change people's mindsets

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Satellites may be armed with guns and lasers by 2030

France is leading the charge

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Muslim parents in the UK refuse ‘non-halal’ children’s flu vaccine

They fear it contains gelatin derived from pigs

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Chief justice wants the jail term for life sentence defined

A larger bench has been formed

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Hong Kong protests: China condemns 'horrendous incidents'

The pro-democracy protests have caused "serious damage to the rule of law", the government says.

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Lahore to host final of PSL 2020

Punjab capital to host 11 matches this time

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Court extends Rana Sanaullah’s remand till August 9

It orders ANF to present documents at next hearing

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'He liked my spirit, and approved my visa on the spot'

How technology boss Vik Verma was able to get a visa to emigrate to the US and make a fortune in business.

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'I don't get paid' - Running Instagram for Love Islanders

No pay, nasty messages and hack attempts - the friends who look after social media for Love Island contestants.

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Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh in second ODI to seal series

Hosts win the fixture in Colombo by seven wickets

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Asif Zardari’s remand extended by 10 more days

Former president will be presented in court on August 8

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Jirga leader arrested for beating a labourer in Sukkur

He refused to abide by the jirga's decision

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Today’s outlook: PM heads to National Assembly, Zardari to court

Notes from the newsroom

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Multiple victims as shooter opens fire at US food festival

At least three people have been killed

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Fortnite World Cup: 15-year-old Brit Jaden Ashman is gaming millionaire

Fifteen-year-old Jaden Ashman wins half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) after coming second with his teammate in the Fortnite World Cup duo finals.

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Fortnite World Cup: 15-year-old Brit Jaden Ashman is gaming millionaire

Fifteen-year-old Jaden Ashman wins half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) after coming second with his teammate in the Fortnite World Cup duo finals.

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Work on production line of Boeing 737 Max ‘not adequately funded’

Boeing is making billions from the 737 Max but an ex-engineer says production resources were lacking.

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SHO injured while stopping a robbery in Karachi’s Landhi

He was shot in his chest

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Karachi, prepare for another two days of rain

Multiple areas lost power Monday morning

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Shooter reported at California garlic festival

Police are at the Gilroy Garlic Festival, with reports of 11 people injured by gunfire.

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Alexei Navalny: Jailed Russian opposition head develops 'allergy'

Alexei Navalny is taken from jail to a hospital in Moscow with an acute allergic reaction.

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Akbar tells Shehbaz to file against him in British court

PM's adviser says he will uncover his corruption

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Pakistani model under fire for blackface in Nabila’s photo shoot

Zara Abid artificially darkened her skin and is defending it

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At least 30 killed and 15 missing after China landslide

The latest death toll comes as heavy rains continue to batter areas of the country.

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Kidnapped Turkish nationals freed in Nigeria's Kwara state

The construction workers were captured by unknown gunmen, amid a wave of abductions in the country.

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World Hepatitis Day: How to protect yourself from hepatitis

The disease is both preventable and curable

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Nawaz’s former adviser Irfan Siddiqui granted bail

He was arrested on Friday night and sent to jail

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Hong Kong protests: Demonstrators defy police ban again

Pro-democracy demonstrators chant anti-police slogans while marching through the business district.

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Four killed in bus accident in Thatta

Three of the victims were children

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Disabled naan maker turned cricketer hopes to make Pakistan proud

Shahbaz Khan is eyeing a trophy in next month's series

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Steve Waugh believes Ashes too close to call

Former Australia skipper says World Cup win won’t help England

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Karachi traffic warden rewarded for stopping rule breaking navy officer

He blocked officer's vehicle with his body

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Mum of teen British Fornite player: 'I've thrown an Xbox out'

Lisa Dallman's fifteen year old son Jaden Ashman has just won half of $2.25 million (£1,817,000) in the Fortnite World Cup finals.

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Watch: Thieves steal five Eid goats in Karachi’s Nazimabad

They haven't been caught yet

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Teen Fortnite millionaire: 'I got first Xbox when I was six'

Jaden Ashman, 15, from Essex has won half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) in the Fortnite World Cup finals.

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Teen Fortnite millionaire: 'I got first Xbox when I was six'

Jaden Ashman, 15, from Essex has won half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) in the Fortnite World Cup finals.

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Paper factory catches fire in Lahore’s Shadbagh

No casualties have been reported

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Moderate to low-level floods passing through Ravi, Chenab, Indus rivers

A flood alert has been issued in Chiniot

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ICYMI: Sunken tanks and 'special' graffiti

Sunken tanks, "special" graffiti and a few other stories you might have missed this week.

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Karachi port authorities issue safety alerts ahead of rainstorm

Fishermen have also been told be cautious

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Russi Taylor: Minnie Mouse voice actress dies aged 75

Russi Taylor, who played Minnie Mouse for three decades, has died aged 75, Disney has announced.

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Fortnite: UK player places second in e-sports World Cup

Jaden Ashman from Essex will split $2.25m (£1,8m) with his Dutch team mate Dave Jong.

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French cyclists hit again by curse of Tour de France

Two Frenchmen were in contention to win the biggest race in cycling - but it was not to be.

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Pakistanis can now get Canadian student visas in 20 days

It has included Pakistan in its Student Direct Stream programme

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Punjab primary students will now be learning in Urdu

It will be implemented from March 2020

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Lahore Zoo gets three new white lion cubs

They were born last month

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Fnatic: 15 years at the top of esports

The founder of one of the worlds most well known esports teams speaks to Newsbeat about their 15 year journey.

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Australia Women hand England their worst ever T20I defeat

Visitors win Ashes with 93-run victory in Chelmsford

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Monsoon rains continue in various parts of Punjab

Heavy rain is expected in the next 24 hours

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Wasim surprised by Amir’s decision to retire from Test cricket

Legendary cricketer believes players peak at the age of 27

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Rain turns Karachi weather pleasant

Heavy rain is expected in the next 24 hours

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Babar Azam scores unbeaten half-century for Somerset in T20 Blast

Batsman makes 95 against Hampshire in Taunton

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Here’s what trended in Pakistani entertainment news this week

Read our quick roundup

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Malinga retires as Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh in first ODI

Hosts win by 91 runs in Colombo

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Three children killed in roof collapse

Seven others have been injured

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Mehwish Hayat wants a hockey revival in Pakistan

She visited a hockey stadium in Karachi

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Man shoots parents over Rs12,000 electricity bill in Faisalabad

His mother was killed in the attack

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Nawaz Sharif’s adviser Irfan Siddiqui arrested in Islamabad

He has been booked under the tenancy law

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Gujranwala woman kills ex-boyfriend’s two-year-old daughter for revenge

The child's father didn't marry her

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PM Imran Khan, Erdogan vow to strengthen bilateral ties

They spoke on the phone

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Man throws acid on wife, children and mother-in-law in Chishtian

A case has not been registered yet

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US Supreme Court says Trump can spend military funds on wall

Democratic leaders denounced the ruling

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US approves possible $125m technical, logistical support for Pakistan’s F-16s

The sale hasn't been finalized yet

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Karachi’s disappearing greenbelt and rising skyline should worry you

Laws need to be revised, urge speakers

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Philippines earthquakes kill at least six

Two earthquakes struck the northern province of Batanes injuring dozens.

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Nightclub collapse kills two in South Korea

Among the injured are athletes attending the world aquatic championships in Gwangju.

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NAB officer who arrested Zardari says he is being followed

FIR filed against unidentified persons for following him

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Peshawar man arrested after picture of chained son goes viral

Says he tied his son because he was 'naughty'

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Shehbaz Sharif files defamation suit against The Mail on Sunday

It accused him of embezzling UK aid funds

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Today’s outlook: Monsoon rains continue in various parts of Pakistan

Notes from the newsroom

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Man shot dead in Chaoni

Family says his friends opened fire on him

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‘Meeting between Imran Khan, Trump allowed for personal connection building’

State department calls the meeting between two leaders a 'success'

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Puerto Rican celebrate as governor resigns over homophobic, misogynistic messages

News follows two weeks of protests against him

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Three, including a child, gunned down in Pattoki

A one-year-old child survived the attack

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Monsoon to begin in Karachi on July 27

City's drains were to be cleaned ahead of the rains

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US government death penalty move draws sharp criticism

Rights groups and Democrats rebuke the resumption of federal executions after a 16-year hiatus,

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Brazil gold heist: Gunmen steal gold worth $30m from São Paulo airport

The suspects entered Guarulhos airport in São Paulo dressed as police officers.

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Faruk Orman: Murder conviction quashed in Australia 'Lawyer X' scandal

Faruk Orman wrongfully spent 12 years in jail because his lawyer was a police informant, a court rules.

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Austria orders arrest of Russian in colonel spying case

Police say 65-year-old Igor Egorovich Zaytsev recruited a colonel who spied for Moscow for decades.

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Forced penetration: If a woman forces a man to have sex, is that rape?

When a man has sex with a woman without consent, that's rape. Should it be rape when a woman coerces a man into sex?

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Iran tanker seizure: Why is the Strait of Hormuz so important?

What is the Strait of Hormuz and why does it matter?

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Netflix Cambridge Analytica film: Social media is 'like a crime scene'

The makers of Netflix's The Great Hack say data is now the world's most valuable asset.

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Boris Johnson: Should Africa shrug, smile or scowl?

The age of empire is long gone, and the UK has to compete with other powers for influence in Africa.

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Kargil: The forgotten victims of the world's highest war

Thousands had to flee when a covert Pakistani military operation in Kashmir backfired 20 years ago.

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Trump straws: How the US president is using straws to beat liberals with

Why Trump is selling plastic straws at $15 a pack - and using them as a stick to beat liberals with.

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Why NZ cleared a Chinese man for touching a boy's penis

A judge accepted the Chinese man had made a "cultural mistake", but is this really a thing in China?

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Fortnite World Cup: Players battle for biggest total prize pool

The top four Fortnite players will soon become millionaires while others take home $50,000 or more.

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The quiet scheme saving thousands from ransomware

No More Ransom says it has helped 200,000 people recover from ransomware attacks.

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Choosing between God and the gang in El Salvador

In La Dina, a neighbourhood in San Salvador, there are few ways to leave the gang, but a church is offering one of them.

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ASAP Rocky charged with assault in Sweden

The rapper will remain in custody until a trial can take place.

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French inventor to attempt flyboard Channel crossing

Franky Zapata is hoping to cross from northern France to southern England in just 20 minutes.

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Europe heatwave expected to peak and break records again

Northern France is on red alert and records across the UK and Western Europe could be broken again.

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FIR lodged against PTI MPA for threatening ‘extortionist’ Karachi policeman

Malik Shehzad Awan also threatened the IG, DIG and SSP

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Jhelum residents to get police services at their doorsteps

Van will be stationed in a different union council daily

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Boeing warns it may stop 737 Max production

Planemaker Boeing reports a $3.4bn loss because of the 737 Max crisis as it mulls halting production.

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Jeffrey Epstein 'found semi-conscious' in prison cell

The US financier is in jail in New York while he awaits trial on sex trafficking charges.

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Today’s outlook: PTI celebrates election anniversary, opposition observes ‘black day’

Notes from the newsroom

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Jarryd Hayne: Rugby league player pleads not guilty to rape

The high-profile Australian athlete faces up to 20 years in jail if convicted of attacking a woman.

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O2 to launch 5G network in UK in October

It will be the last of the UK's four 5G networks to launch, and the only one not to use Huawei kit.

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More rain expected in Karachi in the next 24 hours

Temperatures in the city have dropped

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Cotton warehouse catches fire in Karachi’s Mawach Goth

Cotton worth hundreds of thousands of rupees gutted

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Feels like I’ve won the World Cup, says Imran Khan

The PM returned to Pakistan after a three-day US trip

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Puerto Rico governor to resign after mass protests

Ricardo Rosselló is stepping down after obscenity-laden messages were leaked from a group chat.

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Spain's Pedro Sánchez faces decisive vote on future in power

MPs to vote on whether Pedro Sánchez will remain in power following last-ditch coalition talks.

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Samsung Galaxy Fold 'ready' for launch after screen fix

The firm delayed the release of its folding device after early reviewers reported broken screens.

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North Korea fires 'short-range missiles' into sea, S Korea says

It comes after anger from the North over planned military exercises between South Korea and the US.

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The puzzling 'mass migration' of Ugandans to India

The number of Ugandans living in India has risen sharply, according to census data. But is that accurate?

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Why is India sending humanoid robots into space?

India will fly robots to understand what weightlessness and radiation do to the human body in space.

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What's so important about a ship's flag?

Most ships sail under a flag that differs from that of their owner.

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Hawaii telescope: Desecrating sacred land or finding new frontiers?

Plans for a powerful new telescope on a sacred site in Hawaii have created rifts among islanders.

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Trump uses veto to unblock $8bn weapons sale to Saudi Arabia

The US president overrides bipartisan resolutions in the Republican-led Senate that barred the deal.

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Virgin Media pledges gigabit broadband to millions of homes

The broadband provider aims to deliver gigabit speeds to 15 million homes by the end of 2021.

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Chelsea beat Barcelona in pre-season friendly

The Blues clinch 2-1 win over La Liga champions

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Rare Nike trainers sell for more than £350,000

Historic 1970s running shoes smash their expected selling price at auction in New York.

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'Smoked salmon' listeria kills two in Australia

The two deaths and a third non-fatal case were reported in separate states, officials say.

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Stokes backs Williamson for New Zealander of the Year award

England all-rounder says Black Caps skipper has his vote

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PML-N’s Miftah Ismail approaches Islamabad High Court for bail

He believes NAB will arrest him in the LNG case

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Russian boxer dies of brain injuries sustained in fight

Maxim Dadashev collapsed after bout against Subriel Matias

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One person injured in firing at Lahore court

Victim had come to the court for a hearing

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England’s James Anderson to miss Ireland Test

Veteran pacer has not recovered from calf injury

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Hockey players unhappy with poor facilities in national championship

They claim the washrooms were dirty and had no water

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FIR registered against actor Mohsin Abbas Haider

Dunya TV also announced its disassociation with the actor-singer

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US Senate extends 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund

The fund to cover medical costs for 9/11-related illnesses was at risk of running out of money.

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Alibaba opens door to US sellers on its oldest platform

Helping US merchants access its platform will help Alibaba.com compete against the likes of Amazon.

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Tokyo 2020: Meet the Olympic and Paralympic robots

With a year to go until the Olympics and Paralympics in Tokyo, meet the robots that will be used on site at the events.

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Detective Pikachu breaks record and other video games news

BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at the latest news in video games.

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Donald Trump has accepted our invitation to visit Pakistan: Qureshi

Says US reception was beyond what they could have imagined

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Wasim Akram unhappy at being mistreated at Manchester Airport

Former cricketer was diagnosed with diabetes at age of 30

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Lahore woman kills man for marrying someone else

She surrendered to the police and was arrested

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Today’s outlook: PM Khan returns Pakistan, Shehbaz heads to court

Notes from the newsroom

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Four, including two government officers, shot dead in Attock

The men were killed during a fight over land

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Alibaba opens door to US sellers on its oldest platform

Helping US merchants access its platform will help Alibaba.com compete against the likes of Amazon.

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I’m here to clear up misunderstandings, Imran Khan tells congresspersons

Nancy Pelosi says US-Pakistan relations are very important

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Guatemala president seeks to unblock US migration deal

The deal would require migrants crossing Guatemala to seek asylum there rather than in the US.

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Stopping child marriage with solar lanterns

Girls in Ethiopia are being given solar lamps to help stop child marriage and keep them in school.

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Chris Kraft: Key Apollo 11 director dies days after anniversary

Chris Kraft was Nasa's first flight director and played a critical role in the first Moon landing.

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Singapore seizes elephant ivory and pangolin scales in record $48m haul

They were bound for Vietnam in containers that were falsely declared to contain timber.

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Russian LGBT activist Yelena Grigoryeva murdered in St Petersburg

Yelena Grigoryeva, 41, was stabbed and strangled near her home in St Petersburg, relatives say.

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Trump gifts cricket bat to PM Khan

Premier is on a three-day state visit to the US

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Harbhajan Singh pokes fun at Pakistan and others

Former bowler was hailing launch of India's Chandrayaan-2

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Karachi man murders jirga leader in Madina Colony

The suspect is on the run

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Koena Mitra sentenced to jail in fraud case

Actor says she is being framed

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Lasith Malinga to retire from ODI cricket

Pacer will hang his boots after first Bangladesh ODI

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'Rape cases dropped' over police phone search demands

Campaigners say investigations have stopped after complainants refused to hand over their devices.

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Mahershala Ali to star in Marvel’s Blade reboot

More big news from this year's Comic-Con

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Power breakdown plunges Karachi into darkness after rain

70% of the city was affected

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South Korea fires warning shots at Russian military aircraft

Officials say the Russian plane left South Korean airspace before re-entering it again afterwards.

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Ghotki heads to polls for NA-205 election

Mahar family clashing as opponents for the first time

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Today’s outlook: PM Khan to meet Mike Pompeo

Notes from the newsroom

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‘Shakil Afridi can be released in exchange for Aafia Siddiqui’

PM Khan hopes for better relations with the US

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Australia drug runner crashes meth van into police car

The collision outside a Sydney police station led authorities to a A$200m drug bust.

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Passenger train’s engine, two bogies derail near Hyderabad

No casualties have been reported

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India denies PM Modi asked Trump to mediate in Kashmir conflict

Mr Trump claimed that India's PM had asked him to mediate in the 70-year-old dispute with Pakistan.

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American and Australian tourists killed in Canada

Police say the deaths could be connected to another missing persons case in British Columbia.

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Mack Horton: Fina warns swimmer over podium snub to rival

The sport's governing body tells Mack Horton not to make "gestures" amid his feud with Sun Yang.

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How Japan's trade row with South Korea could hit tech supplies

A trade row between Japan and South Korea could pose a threat to supplies of smartphones and devices.

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US expands powers to deport migrants without going to court

Under the rule, officers will be able to immediately deport more migrants without going to court.

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Resistant malaria spreading in South East Asia

Drug-resistant malaria parasites have moved from Cambodia to Laos, Thailand and Vietnam.

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PM Imran Khan’s unique present for President Donald Trump

He couldn't go to the US empty-handed

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Gohar Rasheed, Dua Malik claim they witnessed Mohsin abuse wife

Celebrities and politicians support wife’s accusations and appreciate her courage

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Body of one of six missing boys washes up in Larkana

The children went missing four days ago

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Has Bahria Town withdrawn Karachi Blue line BRT support?

In 2014, Malik Riaz proposed Rs30b for it

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Israel demolishes 'illegal' homes under Palestinian control

Hundreds of police and troops move in as bulldozers tear down structures said to house 17 people.

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Lahore teenager accidentally shoots nephews while playing with a pistol

One boy died

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Dharmasena admits to ‘umpiring error’ in World Cup final

England were awarded six runs instead of five as overthrows

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Mohsin Abbas Haider challenges wife to prove assault

Says she is is playing the ‘woman card’

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Body-worn cameras to be compulsory for bailiffs

The government says the move will help tackle "intimidation and aggression" used by some bailiffs.

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'I kept my multimillion dollar business secret'

Young entrepreneur Marcin Kleczynski secretly ran his business Malwarebytes from his college dormitory.

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Bianca Devins: The teenager whose murder was exploited for clicks

Images of Bianca Devins' death were widely shared online. Experts say this exposed a bigger problem.

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Today’s outlook: Imran Khan to meet Donald Trump

Notes from the newsroom

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PM Imran Khan meets acting IMF head, discusses reform programme

Also discussed implementation of sustainable economic plan

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China's new Nasdaq-style board begins trading

The so-called Star market marks a significant step in China's ambition to open its economy and markets.

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Rebels corner Ghotki’s Mahar sardar, PPP, PTI eye NA-205 battle

A complete guide to the district's politics

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No more AC, TV for Nawaz in jail: PM Khan

Opposition wants an NRO, says the premier

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Mystery coxswain of the Raj: Meet Karachi’s ‘Zuleika Dobson’

Woman weren't allowed to row in England at the time

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UK PM to chair emergency meeting on Iran crisis

The prime minister is expected to receive updates and discuss the security of shipping in the area.

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Mack Horton: Swimmer refuses to join rival Sun Yang on podium

Mack Horton has previously accused Chinese freestyle champion Sun Yang of being a "drug cheat".

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Why 3D printing could be key to a Moon base

Construction materials, ceramics and food could all one day be printed on the lunar surface.

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The Silicon Valley space race

The battle between two billionaires vying to take us to the Moon and beyond.

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Puerto Rico: Governor will not seek reelection after homophobic messages

Protesters have been demanding Ricardo Rosselló resign over homophobic and sexist messages.

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Salmon trapped in Canada landslide to be airlifted to safety

The fish have been unable to swim upstream due to a rockfall in Fraser River, British Columbia.

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Avengers: Endgame set to pass Avatar as top box office movie

The Marvel sequel's weekend take is set to push it past James Cameron's $2,789.7bn-grossing epic.

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Two picnickers drown at Hawke’s Bay beach in Karachi

Lifeguards rescue another man, who was swept away

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Portugal wildfires: Huge blazes force evacuations

Hundreds of firefighters are deployed to tackle the blazes which are being fanned by strong winds.

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Prime Minister Imran Khan’s US visit in pictures

He's in Washington for three days on President Trump's invitation

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Ocasio-Cortez: Trump is 'putting millions of Americans in danger'

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticises President Trump's leadership at an event in New York.

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Radio exchanges reveal Iran-UK confrontation as ship seized

A Royal Navy frigate is heard warning Iranian armed forces, moments before a British-flagged oil tanker was seized in the Gulf.

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Bayern defeat Real on Hazard’s debut

Side claim 3-1 win in friendly in Houston

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Govt rest houses, hospital fined for littering in Nathia Gali

KP Speaker's House fined too

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Pacquiao makes history to become oldest-ever welterweight champion

Filipino boxing legend rolls back years at age of 40

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Cairo flights: Lufthansa resumes services but BA cancellations continue

But British Airways says flights from Heathrow to the Egyptian capital remain cancelled.

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Hong Kong protests: High security as masses gather

The latest pro-democracy rally is tense, as it follows the discovery of a huge haul of explosives.

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Soldier martyred in Indian firing along the LoC

Four civilians were injured

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Dhoni skips West Indies tour to serve in Indian army

BCCI official insists former skipper has not yet retired

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Natalie Portman will play Lady Thor in Thor 4

Thor: Love and Thunder will release on Nov 5, 2020

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Check out what trended in Pakistani entertainment news this week

Read our roundup

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Iran tanker seizure: Radio exchanges reveal Iran-UK confrontation

In the recording, a Royal Navy frigate can be heard warning Iranian vessels not to obstruct the tanker.

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Ukraine's Zelensky aims to bolster power in parliamentary polls

Volodymyr Zelensky hopes Sunday's general election will sweep away the old guard of MPs.

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Mohsin Abbas Haider’s wife accuses him of abuse, cheating

She posted pictures of her bruised face, police report

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Pacquiao wins world title at 40

Manny Pacquiao beats Keith Thurman on points to become the WBA welterweight Super champion at the age of 40.

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PM Imran Khan greeted in Washington by jubilant PTI supporters

He is in the US for a three-day visit

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Two policemen, four others killed in firing, blast in DI Khan

15 people have been injured

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In pictures: Americans cool down in sweltering heatwave

Temperatures in some US cities are dangerously high, with the east coast particularly hard-hit.

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Twitter suspends Iran news agencies over 'harassment of Baha'is'

The site said it suspended the accounts because of alleged harassment of Baha'is.

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Emanuela Orlandi case: Vatican attempts new search to solve mystery

Two burial chambers will be examined in the search for teenager Emanuela Orlandi, missing since 1983.

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Pakistan play Sri Lanka in West Asia Baseball Championship final

Sides clash in decider in Colombo

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Hong Kong actor Simon Yam stabbed on stage in China

Simon Yam, 64, was attacked while speaking at a promotional event in the city of Zhongshan.

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The internet is not impressed with the new Cats trailer

It features huge cats with celebrity faces

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Torpedoed US warship found, solving 75-year-old cold case

After four years of searching, locating the USS Eagle was "just absolute awe," says diver Ryan King.

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César Pelli: Architect of Malaysia's Petronas Towers dies at 92

César Pelli designed some of the world's most famous buildings including London's Canary Wharf Tower.

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US to send troops to Saudi Arabia as tensions with Iran grow

The deployment of soldiers and fighter jets comes amid heightened tensions with Iran in the Gulf.

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Watch: Gang robs over 30 offices in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Iqbal

CCTV footage of the robbery has been found

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Karachi water supply suspended after pipe bursts at Dhabeji

Damage was caused during power outage at the station

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UK 'deeply concerned' over tanker seizure

The foreign secretary says the detention by Iran of the British-flagged ship is "unacceptable".

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Policeman shot dead in Karachi’s SITE Area

His funeral prayers will be held in Nawabshah

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Five arrested for smuggling narcotics in Karachi’s Zaman Town

The police conducted a search operation in the area

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Earthquake reported in multiple districts of KP

It measured 4.0 on the Richter scale

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Venice fines tourists: Germans punished for making coffee near bridge

The backpackers were fined €950 (£853) and asked to leave the city under a new public order law.

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PM Khan to hold a one-on-one meeting with Trump

His meeting is scheduled on July 22

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Three dacoits arrested in Bahadurabad

The police seized weapons and a rickshaw from their possession

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Iran seizes British-flagged tanker in Strait of Hormuz

Britain warns of serious consequences if issue not resolved

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PIA plane skids off runway during landing at Gilgit Airport

No injuries were reported

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Today’s outlook: PM Khan leaves for three-day US visit

Notes from the newsroom

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In historic first, KP’s merged districts head to the polls

Voting will continue till 5pm

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The final 13 minutes before the Moon landing

The minutes before landing were tense, as fuel ran low and connections were lost between the lunar module and mission control

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Benjamin Netanyahu becomes Israel's longest-serving leader

Benjamin Netanyahu breaks the record set by Israel's founding father, but he faces an uncertain future.

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Polish abuse scandal: Victims take on the Catholic Church

Allegations of appalling abuse involving priests have shaken the trust of many Poles in the Church.

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The trailer for the Top Gun sequel is finally here

Top Gun: Maverick will release in 2020

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Shahid Khaqan Abbasi remanded into NAB custody for 13 days

He was arrested on Thursday

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ASAP Rocky: Swedish jail requests more time to investigate assault

The rapper has been detained over alleged assault for the last two weeks.

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Miftah Ismail granted protective bail by the Sindh High Court

NAB cannot arrest him

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Tendulkar, Donald inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame

Induction ceremony was held in London

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Ali Azmat to travel across Europe on his bike

He will be covering 12,000km in 22 days

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Faisalabad traffic warden suspended for beating up FBR employee

FBR workers staged a protest

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Today’s outlook: PML-N leaders head to court, JI stages rally

Notes from the newsroom

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Strict security in Orakzai as polling stations receive election materials

Election scheduled on July 20

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India floods force tired tigress to take a nap in bed

The tigress found shelter in a house as floods ravage the Kaziranga National Park in India's Assam state.

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Watch: Maryam says she has been stopped from reaching court

Says her way has been blocked

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33 killed in arson attack at Japanese animation company

Witnesses described the fire as 'hell'

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Swat couple’s killers arrested after almost four years

Police searching for remaining three accomplices

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Kulbhushan Jadhav: Pakistan to allow consular access to 'Indian spy'

Islamabad says it will allow Indian officials to meet Kulbhushan Jadhav who has been convicted of spying.

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Eight children killed in Orakzai after roof collapses during wedding

More than 40 people were injured

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Couple who married for love shot dead in Karachi

They married six months ago against their families' wishes

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Maryam Nawaz to appear before Islamabad accountability court today

Petition filed for presenting fake documents in the Avenfield case

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Yingying Zhang: US man sentenced to life for Chinese student's murder

Brendt Christensen abducted Yingying Zhang on a university campus in 2017 and beat her to death.

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Luxury goods join Hong Kong retail slump as protests bite

Retailers and hotels are among the firms seeing business hit by ongoing protests in Hong Kong.

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The African Cup of Nations: 'Fairy-tale' team, cursed jerseys and super fans

As Algeria and Senegal face each other in the final, we look at some of the tournament's high and low points.

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Nicaragua mothers mourn on eve of Sandinista revolution's anniversary

On the 40th anniversary of the Sandinista revolution, some Nicaraguans say there is no reason to celebrate.

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Car parts from weeds: The future of green motoring?

The motor industry is trying to reduce its carbon footprint in a number of innovative ways.

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Puerto Rico: Protests over homophobic text messages

Protesters are calling for the resignation of the governor following a leak of homophobic messages.

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Donald Trump impeachment bid fails in the House

The Democrat-controlled US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly against the measure.

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Chandrayaan-2: India announces new date for Moon mission

The launch will take place on 22 July - a week after it was called off due to a technical snag.

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Inzamam sought funds for my daughter’s treatment: Asif Ali

Batsman pays tribute to incumbent chief selector

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Rain to resume in Lahore on Friday

Temperatures drop in Attock

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Instagram hides post likes to remove ‘pressure’ on users

The trial is rolling out in several countries

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Netflix shares sink 10% as subscriber take-up slows

The video streaming pioneer blamed price rises for adding fewer paid subscribers than hoped.

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Watch: 10-man fight breaks out at Rahim Yar Khan hospital

They were fighting over land

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PM Imran Khan heads to Lahore for one-day visit

He will hold a meeting with the Punjab CM

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Temperatures drop across Sindh as rains roll in

Khairpur farmers worried about date crop

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Kyoto Animation fire: One dead after suspected arson attack

Police believe a man broke into the Kyoto studio and sprayed an unidentified liquid before the fire.

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Man shot dead over personal enmity in Karachi’s Shah Faisal

A case has been registered against his neighbour

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Two killed, 10 injured in Multan traffic accident

A van and trailer collided

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Today’s outlook: NAB summons Shahid Khaqan Abbasi in LNG case

Notes from the newsroom

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Karachi man kills mother while attempting suicide over a motorcycle

He wanted a new bike

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Drug kingpin El Chapo sentenced to life in US prison

He has been ordered to pay $12.6 billion in forfeiture

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Christian family fined after arguing taxes 'against God's will'

The Beerepoot siblings in Tasmania are ordered to pay more than A$2m for failing to pay income tax.

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Judge Arshad Malik files an FIR against Maryam Nawaz

Details of the case have emerged

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Instagram hides likes count in international test 'to remove pressure'

The number of likes is a measure of how well content is doing on the social media platform.

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Instagram hides likes count in international test 'to remove pressure'

The number of likes is a measure of how well content is doing on the social media platform.

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FaceApp: Chuck Schumer asks for FBI investigation

Senior Democrat Chuck Schumer says the photo app's use of personal data is "deeply troubling".

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Rare New Zealand parakeet has best breeding season in decades

There are at most only 300 kakariki karaka parakeets in the world, but this year they had 150 chicks.

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FaceApp: Chuck Schumer asks for FBI investigation

Senior Democrat Chuck Schumer says the photo app's use of personal data is "deeply troubling".

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Nato chief calls on Russia to save INF missile treaty

Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg calls on Russia to comply with the INF treaty before an August deadline.

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Bad Bunny stops tour to protest in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican megastar has praised the "bravery" of protesters in the country.

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The toy-sized satellites with an eye on the world

Small, cheap satellites can help us track pollution, crop yields and congestion like never before.

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Australian media agency loses appeal against Chris Gayle

Batsman had won the defamation case against him in October

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Lahore airport flight operations resume after runway cleared of birds

They presented a 'safety hazard'

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Karachi police detain man for ‘not looking like a dentist’

Action to be taken against those responsible

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Sudan junta and civilians sign power-sharing deal

Sudan's ruling military council and opposition leaders sign power-sharing accord after all-night talks to end crisis

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Talking about sex no longer so taboo in the Arab world

Discussing sex has long been socially awkward in the Arab world, but there are signs that attitudes are changing.

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Death toll in Quetta mine collapse rises to nine

One coal miner was rescued alive

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US House condemns Trump’s attacks on four congresswomen

US president sticks by his provocative comments

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Ragnarok’s Taiki Waititi to direct Marvel’s Thor 4

Plot details have yet to be revealed

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Game of Thrones breaks record with 32 Emmy nominations

HBO's fantasy epic enraged fans with its bumpy conclusion

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Seven of a family killed in Ferozewala roof collapse

Their bodies have been retrieved

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Overseas Pakistanis to pay tax on all their mobile phones

FBR has changed its rules

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International Court of Justice to decide Kulbhushan Jadhav’s fate

Verdict will be out at 7pm

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'The Squad' condemn Trump's 'racist' tweets in CBS interview

A group of four Democratic congresswomen targeted by President Trump's tweets have condemned them in an interview with CBS.

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Chimps bond after watching movies together

Feeling closer after watching a video together can be experienced by chimps as well as humans, say scientists.

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Menstrual cups 'as reliable as tampons'

Scientific review shows they are as leakproof as other sanitary products, say researchers.

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The CubeSat revolution changing the way we see the world

Small, cheap satellites can help us track pollution, crop yields and congestion like never before.

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Syrian conflict: Helping children through the horror of bomb blasts

A new medical guide aims to improve the chances of saving children's lives, and limbs, in war zones.

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El Chapo: How Mexico's drug kingpin fell victim to his own legend

The world’s most powerful drug kingpin was enamoured by his own legend and it cost him his freedom.

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Merkel: The steady woman whose shaking has touched a nation

After three bouts of trembling in public, Germany's Angela Merkel health has come under scrutiny.

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Disability emojis: Guide dog and wheelchair user made available

The Emojis have been released by Apple to represent disabled people better.

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'Cordless' Dyson fan advert falls foul of watchdog

The UK Advertising Standards Authority bans a Dyson ad for implying fan is cordless.

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Dying in Lahore may become more expensive

Govt is thinking of imposing new tax on coffins

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New Zealand's Dunedin jokes about losing 'steepest street' title

First New Zealand lost the Cricket World Cup, now it no longer has the world's steepest street.

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EU Commission head nominee von der Leyen urges 'green deal'

German minister Ursula von der Leyen promises MEPs ambitious measures against climate change.

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India building collapse: Forty trapped in south Mumbai

Rescuers are searching for people trapped in the four-storey building in India's financial capital.

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New Zealand coach wants overhaul of cricket’s rules

Gary Stead says he’s sure they will be reviewed

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Shehbaz’s lawyers in London for action against Daily Mail story

They are taking legal advice to initiate court proceedings

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Former football star shot dead in South Africa

Former South Africa footballer Marc Batchelor is shot dead near his home in Johannesburg.

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Khawaja brothers’ remand extended till August 8

They are being investigated in the Paragon Housing scheme

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Woman shot dead over property dispute

Police said she was killed by her cousins

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Man drowns in Swat River while trying to save daughter

Their bodies were retrieved after an hour

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Mahira and Bilal will steal your heart in Superstar trailer

Movie will release on Eidul Azha

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Airspace over Pakistan reopens

Pakistan shut its airspace in February following tensions with India.

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The Harlech street that has proved the world's steepest

Ffordd Pen Llech has taken the record from a street in New Zealand with a gradient of more than 37%.

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Fire guts 70 shops at Sadiqabad’s Landa Bazar

It was extinguished after three hours

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Pakistan reopens airspace for all after five months

It was previously closed for Indian flights

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Uber ties some executive pay to diversity goals

Uber wants to boost the number of female managers by tying some executive pay to diversity goals.

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Harlech street takes record as steepest in the world

Guinness World Records says the Harlech street has beaten the previous record holder in New Zealand.

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Chris Gayle: Australian newspapers lose appeal in defamation case

Three Australian newspapers wrongly accused the cricketer of lewd behaviour, a jury found in 2017.

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Today’s outlook: Court to take up Arshad Malik video case

Notes from the newsroom

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El Chapo expected to get life sentence from US judge

He was extradited in 2017

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Congresswomen hit back in Trump race row

Four congresswomen dismiss the US president's defence of his controversial tweets.

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Facebook scam-busting service goes live

New tools to fight online scams are launched after a legal action by TV personality Martin Lewis.

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Will ships without sailors be the future of trade?

May saw the world's first unmanned commercial shipping operation.

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Ayesha Omar decides to get a private Instagram account

She had enough of trolls and hate

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24 feared dead after flood tears into Muzaffarabad’s Wadi Neelum

Rescue efforts hindered by blocked roads

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Monsters and power-ups in new go-kart experience

Drivers can score points by shooting virtual monsters while racing each other.

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Islamabad police no closer to finding four-year-old’s rapists

Victim was raped, left for dead a week ago

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5G health risks: What's the evidence?

Exposure from mobile networks including 5G fall well below limits set by international regulators.

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Galileo sat-nav system experiences service outage

"Europe's GPS" goes offline as it grapples with a technical glitch in its ground infrastructure.

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Skydiving plane crash kills nine in Sweden

Nine people die when a plane carrying them for a parachute jump crashes in northern Sweden.

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Erwan Ferrieux: Australian police identify backpacker's remains

Frenchman Erwan Ferrieux had been travelling with a UK man who also disappeared and remains missing.

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Cricket World Cup: NZ PM Ardern jokes about cricket defeat 'trauma'

Fans worldwide said New Zealand's Black Caps had lost the Cricket World Cup, but "won our hearts".

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We had Allah’s help as well, says England skipper Morgan

Batsman says spinner Adil Rashid told him that

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Djokovic overcomes Federer in riveting Wimbledon final

World number one clinches five-set victory over Swiss maestro

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Miranshah hospital struggles without power for 18 hours

Patients going to hospitals in Bannu and Peshawar instead

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Today’s outlook: PM calls a meeting, Zardari heads to court

Notes from the newsroom

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Shehbaz to sue Daily Mail, Imran Khan for ‘fabricated’ article

Report accused him of embezzling UK aid funds

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Qatar to upgrade five major airports in Pakistan

Meeting called to discuss finer details

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Peshawar tandoor owners sell small rotis for big prices

They agreed to sell a 190g roti for Rs15

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60 people saved from drowning

Ban imposed on bathing in Swat River

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Karachi’s weather to remain windy on Monday

There is a chance of light rain

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Another 24 hours of rain forecast in Lahore

Streets flooded across Punjab

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One killed, hundreds evacuated after 7.3 quake hits Indonesia

Hundreds still sheltering in schools, government buildings and higher grounds

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China's economy grows at slowest pace since 1990s

China's economy has been slowing despite Beijing's efforts to boost spending and cut taxes.

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Ebola in DR Congo: Case confirmed in Goma

It is the first time Ebola has been diagnosed in Goma, a city of more than a million people.

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'My son spent £3,160 in one game'

As politicians call for more regulation, you share your stories about children spending money within games.

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Commission formed to investigate who’s responsible for Reko Diq situation

Pakistan has been fined $5.8b by an international court

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The South African Uber driving singing his way to opera fame

A passenger in Durban filmed him in his cab and he has since become a viral hit.

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Buteyko: Why Indonesia singer Andien sleeps with tape on her mouth

Indonesian singer Andien says she tapes her mouth, her husband's, and her toddler's every night.

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PML-N denies Daily Mail report claiming Shehbaz embezzled UK aid

Report claims Britain discussing possible extradition of Shehbaz's family members

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Garment factory catches fire in SITE

Fire brigade calls it a third degree fire

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Cricket World Cup Final live updates — England vs New Zealand

Both sides are chasing their first World Cup title

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Hong Kong protests: Fresh rallies after violence at border

Fresh demonstrations taking place after rallies in an area close to the Chinese border turned violent.

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Sadiqabad train accident death toll rises to 25

Over 90 people were injured

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Monsoon floods kill dozens in Nepal and India

Reports say at least 43 people have been killed in Nepal, with heavy rain expected to continue.

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Indian delegation arrives in Pakistan for talks on Kartarpur corridor

The last meeting in April was postponed

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Reef rescue: Could this robot help save corals?

The submersible robot delivers baby corals to damaged areas allowing reefs to regenerate.

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Here’s how to block spam calls and messages

The PTA wants to make your life spam free

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Aiman Khan slams ‘uneducated’ Hina Altaf for mocking Muneeb

She said he isn't a good actor

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Parts of New York City go dark after power cut

A major power outage plunges large parts of Manhattan, including its subway stations, into darkness.

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Two arrested for harvesting, selling kidneys for Rs250,000 in Jamshoro

Up to 20 people have fallen victim to them: police

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Power outages reported as Punjab hit by rain

More showers forecast this week

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Huge power outage plunges New York City into darkness

Times Square, Broadway plunged into darkness

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England take on New Zealand in Cricket World Cup final

The match begins at 2:30pm

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Power failure halts New York subway trains

About 40,000 people are without power in the borough of Manhattan, the local power company says.

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Reef rescue: Could this robot help save corals?

The submersible robot delivers baby corals to damaged areas allowing reefs to regenerate.

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Man dies after attacking Tacoma immigration jail, police say

Police say four officers opened fire on the man, who was throwing incendiary devices at the centre.

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New leak claims Trump scrapped Iran nuclear deal 'to spite Obama'

The latest disclosure comes despite a police warning to media about publishing leaked diplomatic memos.

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Apollo Moon landing: 'My dad literally loved us to the Moon and back'

All the focus was on the Moon, the mission and the men – but what about the families back on Earth?

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Low flood in Indus River at Chashma and Taunsa barrages

Thousands of villagers have been displaced

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10 killed, 24 injured in Sanghar traffic accident

Victims include three children

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Masked men rob medical store

They held the staff hostage

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Cricket World Cup final tickets being resold at inflated prices

ICC warns tickets purchased from unauthorised dealers will be cancelled

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ICYMI: Uber helicopter rides and doorless ladies' loos

Uber helicopter rides and doorless ladies' loos, among other stories you might have missed this week.

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Pakistan’s markets closed as traders protest increase in taxes

Shutter-down protest in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad

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Christchurch shootings: New Zealanders hand over guns

Gun owners have started handing over semi-automatic weapons following the Christchurch attacks.

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Barcelona announce signing of forward Antoine Griezmann

France attacker signs for €120 million

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You can’t be mean on Instagram anymore

It tests new features to curb online bullying

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Temperatures drop across Punjab as Monsoon rains roll in

Hot and humid weather is expected elsewhere in the country

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England and New Zealand clash for cricketing world supremacy

Sides clash in final at Lord’s

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Amir Khan wins WBC International Welterweight Championship

British boxer claims fourth-round knockout win

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Peshawar roti prices increase to Rs15 after tandoor owners’ strike

They said making rotis has become more expensive

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Rangers seize weapons during raid in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Maymar

Weapons believed to be used in Lyari gang war

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Federer sees off Nadal to reach Wimbledon final

Swiss maestro wins semi-final 7-6 1-6 6-3 6-4

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Today’s outlook: Shehbaz in court, rain across the country

Notes from the newsroom

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US regulators approve $5b fine for Facebook

Result of probe into its privacy and data protection lapses

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Epstein accused of witness tampering in sex trafficking case

Prosecutors claim Jeffrey Epstein sent $350,000 to two suspected co-conspirators late last year.

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Fate of Karachi strike uncertain as traders divided

Some will be closing their businesses, others won't

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Obituary: Andrew Graham-Yooll, the man who dared to report on Argentina's missing

Andrew Graham-Yooll, who has died aged 75, risked his life reporting on Argentina's dictatorship.

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Kursk WW2: Why Russia is still fighting world's biggest tank battle

Russians hit back at Western historians over huge Soviet tank losses in the Battle of Kursk in WW2.

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India Jains: Why are these youngsters renouncing the world?

Hundreds of young people from India's Jain faith are choosing renunciation and their numbers are rising.

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YouTube star Etika's fans tattooed in his memory

Fans of the late YouTuber Etika explain why they want to keep his memory alive.

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Islamabad High Court orders removal of accountability judge Arshad Malik

Directs law ministry to remove him till investigation completed

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Five traffic signals in Gujranwala start working

The signals were closed for two years

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Karachi, Lahore traders at odds over July 13 anti-tax protest

They are protesting the govt's new tax regime

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Lessons to learn from Pakistan’s World Cup journey

Sarfaraz and co must improve in key areas

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Halep to meet Serena in Wimbledon final

Romanian clinches straight sets semi-final win over Elina Svitolina

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Murree chairlifts reopen after June cable car derailment

They were closed for 13 days

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Australia corella deaths: Dozens of birds found in suspected poisoning

Dozens of corellas were unable to be saved after "falling from the sky" in Adelaide, rescuers say.

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Two women injured during exchange of fire in Karachi’s Gulistan-e-Jauhar

The injured suspect was arrested from Jinnah hospital

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Today’s outlook: Shehbaz appears in court, Bilawal heads to Sukkur

Notes from the newsroom

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First round of informal Pakistan-India talks begin in Islamabad

Second round will be held in New Delhi

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US census 2020: Will Trump's citizenship data order work?

The US president retreats on adding a citizenship question to 2020 census, but unveils a new plan.

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Eleven killed as jeep turns turtle in Upper Kohistan

Three children were injured

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Death toll in Sadiqabad train crash rises to 23

90 people have been injured

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Jeremy Hunt pledges to reverse cuts to Navy amid Iran row

The Tory leadership candidate says tensions in the Gulf show the navy needs more warships.

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Brazil's President Bolsonaro offers US ambassador job to son

Eduardo Bolsonaro said he would accept the role if it were offered to him.

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Sutopo: Indonesia mourns disaster spokesman and fake news warrior

Sutopo Nugroho was a trusted voice during natural disasters and a dedicated quasher of hoaxes.

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The coal mine that ate Hambacher forest

Much of Germany's power is still made by burning coal. Activists have occupied a forest in protest.

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France Télécom bullying trial sheds light on spate of suicides

Prosecutors want three executives to go to jail over the suicide of 19 France Télécom workers, in a test case.

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Africa's top shots: 5-11 July 2019

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

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Sudan’s livestream massacre

The story of the deadly violence in Khartoum on 3 June, told through those who filmed through it.

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Rory Cellan-Jones: 'My proton beam therapy diary'

Rory Cellan-Jones kept a video diary of the proton beam therapy he received for his eye tumour.

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Texas woman shares home with mother's corpse for three years

US police believe the mother suffered a fall in 2016 and her daughter did not provide adequate care.

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How the 2019 coffee crisis might affect you

Farmers are struggling as coffee prices drop to historic lows, so why is the cost of a latte rising?

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Watch: Man gives robber the slip in Peshawar

The suspect tried to snatch his phone

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Locusts and whiteflies attack cotton crop in Multan

Around 4.6 million acres affected

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North Korea develops software to teach ideology

The program will focus on writings by Kim Il-sung and his son Kim Jong-il.

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Artificial lionfish powered by ‘robotic blood’

The circulatory system fitted to the synthetic fish allows it to be powered for about 40 hours.

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Nintendo Switch Lite: Release date, what is it and how is it different?

Nintendo have revealed a smaller, cheaper model of its Switch console called the Lite, but how is it different?

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US launches inquiry into French plan to tax tech giants

The US says it is concerned that plans for a 3% tax on tech giants will unfairly target US firms.

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Earliest modern human found outside Africa

Researchers have found the earliest example of our species outside Africa.

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If you’re a hater, Iqra Aziz can’t hear you

She got engaged at the Lux Style Awards

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Two women arrested for drug smuggling

The police found 2kg charas

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Wang Zhenhua: China arrests tycoon linked to child sex allegations

Billionaire Wang Zhenhua's former company confirmed he had been formally detained in Shanghai.

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Today’s outlook: PM breaks ground on Islamabad housing scheme

Notes from the newsroom

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Artificial lionfish powered by ‘robotic blood’

The circulatory system fitted to the synthetic fish allows it to be powered for about 40 hours.

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'Am I too gay for God?'

Reverend Jide Macaulay wants to marry his boyfriend, but also be able to keep his job as a Church of England minister. Can he be both - or is he too gay for God?

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13 passengers killed in bus accident in Attock’s Hassanabdal

Passengers say driver was on his phone

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11 killed, 58 injured in Sadiqabad train crash

The rescue operation is over

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European Vega rocket lost minutes after liftoff

The rocket carrying a satellite is believed to have landed in the sea, the first failure in 15 launches.

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Iranian boats 'tried to intercept British tanker'

The armed boats are reported to have withdrawn after receiving a warning from a Royal Navy ship.

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Australia catamaran accident leaves three people dead

Emergency crews retrieve the bodies and rescue two survivors in rough seas off New South Wales.

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Greece storm: Six tourists killed as wind and hail batter Halkidiki

Hailstorms and gale-force winds leave six dead and at least 30 injured in the region of Halkidiki.

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Brazil pension reform passes first hurdle in Congress

Lawmakers back President Bolsonaro's controversial bill but further challenges lie ahead.

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Putin: Is he right about wind turbines and bird deaths?

The Russian president has warned against too much reliance on wind power.

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Mumbai rains: Is India's weather becoming more extreme?

With Mumbai seeing its heaviest rain in a decade, Reality Check looks at India's extreme weather patterns.

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Would you drink camel milk?

Australia's growing number of camel farmers say that global demand for camel milk is rising fast.

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Tabisha Esperance - the fashion designer cutting a future after war

Tabisha Esperance is the self-proclaimed "best fashion designer" in Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp.

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'The kids emptied our bank account playing Fifa'

Fifa players are purchased in packs but it's impossible to see who is in the pack before payment is made.

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