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How did Selena Gomez spend 2019? The answer will blow you away

Selena Gomez had an amazing 2019, away from all the media glare.  The star who was recovering after a kidney transplant, did manage to steer clear from the limelight, while also keeping her fans updated regarding her life through social media. If you are wondering how the Lose You To Love Me songstress spent 2019, be sure to get surprised as she did have a pretty unusual year. Selena, in her first Instagram post of 2020, revealed what the last year comprised of and it is none other than her majo
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Oil prices surge after US strike on Iran commander

Photo: FileTEHRAN: Oil prices soared more than four percent Friday following news that the US had killed a top Iranian general, fanning fresh fears of a conflict in the crude-rich region, with Tehran warning of retaliation. The head of Iran´s Quds Force, Qasem Soleimani, was hit in an attack on Baghdad´s international airport early Friday, according to Hashed al-Shaabi, a powerful Iraqi paramilitary force linked to Tehran. Brent surged 4.4 percent to $69.16 and WTI jumped 4.3 percent to $63.84 a
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Kuwaiti Dinar to PKR, KWD to PKR Rates in Pakistan Today, Open Market Exchange Rates, 03 January 2020

The buying rate of the Kuwaiti Dinar in the open market was Rs 509.88 while the selling rate of the Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD) was Rs 513.21 in Pakistan on January 03, 2020 Below you can see the rates of the last seven days for the Kuwaiti Dinar compared to the Pakistani Rupee. DateSymbolBuyingSelling02 January, 2020KWD to PKR509.88513.2131 December, 2019KWD to PKR509.95513.2830 December, 2019KWD to PKR510.09513.4229 December, 2019KWD to PKR509.63512.9628 December, 2019KWD to PKR509.21512.5427 December
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Jennifer Aniston's heartbreaking reaction to Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie baby news

Jennifer Aniston's heartbreaking reaction to Brad Pitt-Angelina Jolie's baby news Jennifer Aniston reacted in a devastating manner when she was asked about her feelings on the news that Angelina Jolie is pregnant with Brad Pitt. Back in the day, right after splitting with Jennifer, Brad was spotted frolicking at the beach with Angelina Jolie and her son Maddox. Jennifer was shocked to hear the news just like everyone and she did let the world know about her dismay. In an interview with Leslie Be
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Who was Iran's General Qassem Soleimani?

TEHRAN: Iran's Revolutionary Guards commander Qasem Soleimani, who was killed Friday in a US strike, was one of the most popular figures in Iran and seen as a deadly adversary by America and its allies. General Soleimani, who headed the external operations Quds Force for the Guards, had wielded his regional clout publicly since 2018 when it was revealed that he had direct involvement in top-level talks over the formation of Iraq’s government. It was no surprise at the time for a man who has been
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Canadian Dollar to PKR, CAD to PKR Rates in Pakistan Today, Open Market Exchange Rates, 03 January 2020

The buying rate of the Canadian Dollar in the open market was Rs 119.15 while the selling rate of the Canadian Dollar (CAD) was Rs 119.55 in Pakistan on January 03, 2020 Below you can see the rates of the last seven days for the Canadian Dollar compared to the Pakistani Rupee. DateSymbolBuyingSelling02 January, 2020CAD to PKR119.23119.6231 December, 2019CAD to PKR118.66119.0530 December, 2019CAD to PKR118.27118.6629 December, 2019CAD to PKR117.70118.1328 December, 2019CAD to PKR117.72118.1027 De
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Qatari Riyal to PKR, QAR to PKR Rates in Pakistan Today, Open Market Exchange Rates, 03 January 2020

The buying rate of the Qatari Riyal in the open market was Rs 42.51 while the selling rate of Qatari Riyal (QAR) was Rs 42.68 in Pakistan on January 03, 2020 Below you can see the rates of the last seven days for the Qatari Riyal compared to the Pakistani Rupee. DateSymbolBuyingSelling02 January, 2020QAR to PKR42.5242.6831 December, 2019QAR to PKR42.5142.6830 December, 2019QAR to PKR42.5642.7229 December, 2019QAR to PKR42.5242.6828 December, 2019QAR to PKR42.5242.6827 December, 2019QAR to PKR42.
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Searches for 'World War 3' spike as world reacts to killing of Iranian general

Searches for 'World War 3' spiked on Google within hours of a US airstrike in Iraq which killed a top Iranian general on Friday.  Top Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani was killed after America conducted airstrikes near Baghdad´s international airport.  The general's death, confirmed by both Iran and the US, represents the most dramatic escalation between the two countries in recent history.  The Pentagon said US President Donald Trump had ordered Soleimani's "killing" in 'retaliation' to a mob
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UAE Dirham to PKR, AED to PKR Rates in Pakistan Today, Open Market Exchange Rates, January 03, 2020

The buying rate of 1 UAE Dirham to PKR was Rs 42.15 and selling rate of 1 UAE Dirham to PKR was Rs 42.30 in the open market on January 03, 2020. Below are the rates of the last seven days for the UAE Dirham in the open market compared to the Pakistani Rupee. DateSymbolBuyingSelling02 January, 2020AED to PKR42.1542.30 31 December, 2019AED to PKR42.1542.3030 December, 2019AED to PKR42.1842.3429 December, 2019AED to PKR42.1542.3028 December, 2019AED to PKR42.1542.3027 December, 2019AED to PKR42.154
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Iraq could 'pay price' for US strike on Iran commander: analysts

Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. Photo: AFPBAGHDAD: The killings of Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani and a top Iraqi paramilitary chief in a US strike on Baghdad on Friday threaten to drag Iraq into the abyss of regional conflict, analysts warned. The US strike on Baghdad international airport targeted a convoy carrying Soleimani and his top Baghdad-based adviser Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, the deputy head of Iraq's powerful Hashed al-Shaabi force. The raid has confirmed the worst fears of many Ir
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Iran and 'free nations of region' to avenge general's killing: Rouhani

TEHRAN: Iran and the "free nations of the region" will take revenge on the United States for killing Revolutionary Guards commander Qasem Soleimani, President Hasan Rouhani said Friday. "There is no doubt that the great nation of Iran and the other free nations of the region will take revenge for this gruesome crime from criminal America," Rouhani said in a statement posted on the Iranian government website. Also read: Top Iran commander Qassem Soleimani killed in US strike on Baghdad Iran supre
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Iraqis 'dancing in the street' after Soleimani death: Pompeo

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Photo: FileWASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo posted a video on Twitter Thursday he said showed Iraqis "dancing in the street" over the killing of top Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani by the US. "Iraqis - Iraqis - dancing in the street for freedom; thankful that General Soleimani is no more," Pompeo wrote, alongside footage of scores of people running along a road waving what appeared to be Iraqi flags and other banners. The United States announced
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Saudi Arabia hands over Qandeel Baloch's absconding brother to Pakistan

RIYADH/KARACHI: Saudi Arabia has handed over late model Qandeel Baloch's brother — who was an absconding suspect in her murder — back to Pakistan, Arab media reported on Thursday. According to the reports, the International Criminal Police Organization's (Interpol) cell in the Kingdom had arrested Muzaffar Iqbal, a Pakistani citizen and Qandeel's brother, on Wednesday as part of their job to tackle international crime. He had on record admitted to drugging and killing his sister when he was pres
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Actress Ricki Lake says she felt suicidal over hair loss

Actress Ricki Lake on Wednesday revealed her newly-shaved head on social media in a lengthy and emotional note. "Liberated and Free, Me. First things first, I am not sick. (THANK GOD.) I am not having a mid-life crisis. nor am I having a mental breakdown, though I have been suffering. Suffering mostly in silence off and on for almost 30 years. AND I am finally ready to share my secret," said. While describing the reason behind the hair loss, she said "Ever since I played Tracy Turnblad in the or
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Indian poet Javed Akhtar's take on Faiz's poem 'Hum Dekhainge'

Renowned Indian poet Javed Akhtar on Thursday voiced his support for his Pakistani counterpart Faiz Ahmed Faiz’s poem Hum Dekhainge, slamming nationalists for claiming it was "anti-Hindu". Akhtar said: "Saying that this poem is anti-Hindu, is just so absurd that I cannot speak on it in a serious manner. When you talk against fundamentalism, shortsightedness, and hatred, people call you anti-national," he said. Such claims were made by dull and dumb people, he said, adding that the poem was writt
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Mahira Khan responds to fan who asked her about marrying again

Superstar Mahira Khan on Wednesday sent New Year greetings to her millions of her fans across the globe. Taking to Twitter, the actor prayed for love , joy and tolerance "especially for those whose start and end of the year has remained the same - dark and displaced". Some of the fans insisted for a question and answer (Q & A) session on the beginning of New Year and the actor obliged. During the #AskMahira session, the Raees star responded to multiple questions that ranged from her acting c
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ECP issues list of lawmakers failing to disclose asset details

The ECP issued a list of members of the national and provincial assembly and senators, who have not disclosed the details of their assets. Photo: FileISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday issued a list of senators and members of the national and provincial assemblies who have failed to disclose the details of their assets and liabilities. Federal Defence Minister Pervez Khattak, Federal Minister for Water Resources Faisal Vawda, and Federal Minister for Narcotics Contr
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Transporters end strike after successful negotiations with Governor Punjab

LAHORE: All Pakistan Transport Owners Federation (APTOF) on Thursday announced an end to the countrywide strike after successful negotiations were held with Punjab Governor Chaudhry Ghulam Sarwar who assured them that their issues will be resolved by the month's end. After a meeting was held between members of the transport alliance and the provincial government during which Sarwar convinced transporters that their issues will be resolved by January 31, the APTOF said they were ending the count
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NCIS star Wilmer Valderrama gets engaged

Wilmer Valderrama got engaged to his ladylove model Amanda Pacheco, with rumors suggesting that he is about to be a married man soon. The NCIS actor on Wednesday surprised his fans with an Instagram picture. The photo shows him proposing to Amanda on rocks near the sea. The picture was later shared by his girl friend Pacheco. Her Instagram picture also featured a close-up of her stunning diamond ring. Internet celebrity Amanda Cerny was among thousands of people who liked Wilmer Valderr
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Hareem Shah?s father speaks up on her controversies: WATCH

TikTok sensation Hareem Shah’s father, Zarrar Hussain, has come up with a video message to express his reaction to the controversies that his daughter has stirred up recently. Starting his video with an apology to all his relatives and friends, Shah’s father said that he is short of words to describe his feelings over his daughter’s numerous controversies and scandals. Top Read: Hareem Shah opens up about controversial videos, receiving threats Hareem, whose original name is Fiza Hussain, is fa
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Bangladesh tour to Pakistan expected to be finalised soon

Photo: ReutersKARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Thursday announced that it was expecting to sign an agreement with its Bangladeshi counterpart in a few days regarding the latter's tour — scheduled later this month. According to the proposed schedule, the PCB intended to host three T20 matches and two Test matches, which would be part of the ICC World Test Championship. However, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have not been too keen about the idea and, instead, proposed that the tea
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Abu Dhabi crown prince allocates $200m for SMEs in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the Khalifa Fund to allocate $200 million for supporting small- and medium-sized businesses in Pakistan. Prime Minister Imran Khan's adviser on finance and revenue, Dr Abdul Hafeez Sheikh, on Thursday evening confirmed the news in a series of tweets, thanking the crown prince for his support following a short visit to Pakistan earlier in the day. "Would like to thank HRH Sheikh Muhammed Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, Crown P
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NAB Ordinance amended to boost bureaucrats' involvement in developmental projects: PM

Geo.tv/FilesISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan said Thursday the bureaucracy's role in Pakistan's developmental projects was restricted due to a fear of the National Accountability Bureau (NAB). Addressing a gathering of civil servants, the PM said the aim behind the NAB Amendment Ordinance 2019 was to save the bureaucracy from the anti-graft watchdog's grasp over erroneous regulations. It was a difficult decision, he added. The premier noted that the amendment was introduced to provide relief
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Mahira Khan, Ayeza Khan: Pakistani celebs who were followed the most in 2019

Instagram: Pakistani celebs who were followed the most in 2019 Celebrities from the showbiz industry use social media sites to inform their fans about their daily lives, upcoming projects, and what not. The popularity of showbiz stars can be gauged from their social media handles, which have been garnering a huge fan following with each passing day. Here’s a list of the most followed Pakistan celebrities on Instagram from 2019: 1. Mahira Khan Leading artist Mahira Khan is Pakistan’s most follo
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Fans are ecstatic as Hanbin drops song 'Demo 1' after departure from iKon

Thousands of fans were celebrating what they said Hanbin’s return the former member of K-pop group iKON dropped a new song on Thursday. #HanbinIsBack hashtag became one of the top trends on Twitter as fans welcomed the South Korean singer who is also known as B.I. The song titled “Demo 1” comes months the singer cleat his past songs from his SoundCloud account and put his personal Instagram account on private. “The fact that I could never tell you that I lived for you, that I couldn’t tell you
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