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Time for international cricket to resume in Pak, says Sarfraz Ahmed

KARACHI: Skipper Sarfraz Ahmed said that international teams played Champions Trophy tournament in England despite security concerns hence it is now time that international cricket resumes in Pakistan. Speaking at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club, he said that the national team captain of all three formats of the game said that Pakistan cricket is facing a detrimental loss because of no home cricket. Ahmed said that captaining notational test side is nothing less than a challenge
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Nawaz has lost moral legitimacy, should resign: Khursheed Shah

Nawaz lacks the courage to confront the democratic political parties of the country, says Shah. -Geo News ISLAMABAD: Opposition leader Khursheed Shah on Thursday said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has lost moral legitimacy and should resign following the submission of the Panama Joint Investigation Team?s (JIT) report.  Shah added the PML-N government should complete its tenure by nominating another party leader for the position of prime minister.  "The government wants confrontation with the j
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Qatar, Etihad slam American Airlines for ending codeshare deals

American Airlines planes are viewed at Philadelphia International Airport in July 2017 - AFP DOHA: Qatar Airways and Abu Dhabi's Etihad said Thursday they were disappointed with an American Airlines decision to end its codeshare relationships with them as part of its push against government subsidies of Middle Eastern carriers. On Wednesday, American notified both carriers of its decision to no longer share flights with them over what it described as "illegal subsidies". "We are disappointed,"
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Rights group praises 'overdue' Saudi reform on girl sports

A Saudi girl waves a flag during celebrations marking Saudi Arabian National Day in Riyadh on September 23 - AFP DUBAI: Rights campaigners on Thursday welcomed an "overdue" reform in Saudi Arabia to allow girls to take part in sports at state schools in the ultra-conservative kingdom. The education ministry on Tuesday said state schools for girls would offer physical education from the next academic year providing they had the facilities. "This overdue reform is absolutely crucial for Saudi gi
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Iran cancer researcher says was denied entry to US

The US Supreme Court last month reinstated a modified version of President Donald Trump's travel ban on citizens from six predominantly Muslim countries including Iran - AFP TEHRAN: An Iranian cancer researcher with alleged links to a hardline militia in Iran says he was denied entry to the United States and deported with his family. Mohsen Dehnavi had flown to the US with his wife and three small children to conduct postdoctoral research at Boston Children's Hospital, affiliated with Harvard U
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Army chief meets vising Canadian dignitary

Calderwood appreciated and acknowledged Pakistan's continuous efforts for peace. -ISPR RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Thursday met with Canadian High Commissioner Perry Calderwood, said a statement released by the Inter-Services Public Relations.  The dignitary appreciated and acknowledged Pakistan's continuous efforts for peace and stability in the region, added the statement.   Matters of mutual interest and regional security were discussed. 
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ATC approves Nehal Hashmi?s bail plea

Senator Nehal Hashmi (right). Photo: File  KARACHI: An Anti-Terrorism Court approved Senator Nehal Hashmi?s bail request on Thursday, directing him to furnish a security bond of Rs200,000. During the hearing, Hashmi?s counsel informed the court that the investigation officer included terrorism charges in the challan 35 days after registering the FIR. The speech was held at a closed-door event and only part of it was leaked, the counsel added. The hearing was later adjourned till July 21.
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PML-N stands firmly behind Nawaz Sharif, says Rana Sanaullah

LAHORE: Punjab Law Minister Rana Sanaullah on Thursday said the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has unanimously rejected the report by the Panama case JIT. ?The PML-N has unanimously rejected the JIT report. We are proud of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the entire PML-N stands firmly behind the PM,? Sanaullah said while speaking to reporters here. The provincial law minister said the JIT inquiry had failed to taint Nawaz Sharif?s reputation. Referring to Imran Khan as ?ilzaam? Khan, Sanau
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Harrison Ford turns 75

Ford bagged his first major role as space smuggler Han Solo in the original Star Wars in 1977. Photo: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Harrison Ford turns 75 today and the Indiana Jones star doesn?t seem too keen on retiring from Hollywood anytime soon! With Blade Runner 2049, alongside Ryan Gosling, set to release in October later this year, Ford shows no signs of slowing down or letting go off his action hero image, which fans have come to love. Born on July 13, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois, Ford
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Opposition united for PM's resignation, says Shah Mehmood

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi. Photo: File   ISLAMABAD: All opposition parties on the same page when it comes to the premier's resignation, said Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi during a press conference on Thursday. He said a session of the Senate has been called at 4pm on July 17, the day the Supreme Court?s special bench will hold its next hearing in the Panama case. Qureshi said he is in touch with all opposition parties, adding th
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T-cell cancer therapy holds promise, longer-term results await

A view shows the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland August 14, 2012 - Reuters file photo  A novel cell treatment that saved the life of 9-year-old Austin Schuetz was given the green light by US regulatory advisers on Wednesday and doctors hope it can save the lives of more children with the most common type of childhood cancer. An advisory committee to the US Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously to recommend approval of Novartis AG's tisagenl
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Corrupt former FIFA official Blazer dead - lawyers

LOS ANGELES: Corrupt football official-turned-whistleblower Chuck Blazer, whose evidence helped trigger the FIFA bribery scandal, died Wednesday, his lawyers said. Blazer, who was banned for life from all football activities for corruption in 2015, had been battling cancer up to his death. He was 72. "We are truly saddened by the passing of our client and friend, Chuck Blazer," his lawyers said in a statement to AFP. "His misconduct, for which he accepted full responsibility, should not obsc
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PSX dips 650 points amid political uncertainty

The Pakistan Stock Exchange. Photo: File KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) took a bearish turn when the KSE-100 index fell 650 pips to hit 43,150 late afternoon, on Thursday. Traders showed mixed trading sentiments, with the index crossing the 44,100-points? level after it increased by 250 pips at the beginning of trade. The PSX witnessed a turbulent day on Wednesday when it bounced back late in the day after falling over 1,000 points earlier in the day. The KSE 100-index settled at 4
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In reversal, Afghan girls get US visas to attend robotics competition

The six girls from Herat, Afghanistan reportedly were blocked from attending the robotics competition - AFP WASHINGTON: A team of Afghan girls who had been denied visas to attend a Washington robotics competition are now allowed to come, organizers said Wednesday. US authorities had originally denied access to schoolchildren from a number of Muslim-majority nations to participate in the science competition, decisions that followed implementation of stricter visa policies under President Donald
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Will never compromise on democratic values: Mahmood Khan Achakzai

Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party Chairperson Mahmood Khan Achakzai (R) was addressing a press conference on Thursday. QUETTA: We will never compromise or let go of our democratic values, said Pashtunkhwa Milli Awami Party Chairperson Mahmood Khan Achakzai while addressing a press conference on Thursday. The leader also remarked that his party allied with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif due to their commitment towards democracy, adding that he will never support anti-state forces. ?We are and will a
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SC directs Imran to submit London flat details on July 25

ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court directed on Thursday Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan to submit complete details of his London apartment at the next hearing.  The PTI chief reportedly purchased the apartment from his cricket earnings and declared it as part of a government amnesty scheme in 2000. The three-member bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Mian Saqib Nisar was hearing the petition of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Hanif Abbasi, who has accused the PT
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Trump arrives in Paris with Russia scandal in tow

Talks between Trump and Macron are expected to focus on joint efforts to combat the Daesh group - AFP PARIS: Donald Trump arrived in Paris on Thursday for a presidential visit filled with Bastille Day pomp and which the White House hopes will offer respite from rolling scandal back home. Air Force One touched down at Paris' Orly airport shortly after 0630 GMT, with US president beginning a 24-hour trip that coincides with France's national day on Friday and the 100th anniversary of US involvem
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Kohli and Anushka switch on 'holiday mode' in NYC

Kohli and Anushka pictured together earlier this year While the Indian cricket team continues to make rounds in the media for its change in the coaches, skipper Virat Kohli is happily roaming the streets of New York City with his Bollywood ladylove Anushka Sharma. The high-profile couple seems to be enjoying some quality time together, as Anushka prepares to glam up the red carpet at the IIFA Awards 2017, scheduled to be held in New York City on July 14-15. Kohli, meanwhile, is having some ?mu
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Indian violations along LoC are condemnable: FO

ISLAMABAD: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Nafees Zakaria said on Thursday that Pakistan strongly condemns Indian troops? violations along Line of Control (LoC). Nafees Zakaria was speaking during the weekly media briefing at foreign office. He also remarked that India has continuously been violating the ceasefire agreement, adding that innocent Kashmiris, including children, have been targeted by the violations by Indian troops. On July 10, five innocent people, including four wo
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New India coach Shastri promises more freedom for players

Ravi Shastri with Virat Kohli/File photo NEW DELHI: New India cricket coach Ravi Shastri plans to adopt a more hands-off approach to the role than his predecessor Anil Kumble, with the 55-year-old saying he has no intention of trying to act as a tutor to the players. Kumble stepped down last month citing a breakdown in his relationship with skipper Virat Kohli, who according to media reports, resented the former captain´s ´headmasterly´ methods. Shastri was handed the coaching reigns on Tuesda
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PTI demands early elections amid Panamagate

[embed_video1 url=http://stream.jeem.tv/vod/6296384fe8ed1a326028476b9391bb17.mp4/playlist.m3u8?wmsAuthSign=c2VydmVyX3RpbWU9Ny8xMy8yMDE3IDg6NTI6NTYgQU0maGFzaF92YWx1ZT1yMitrSVNxczVlRUp3ZS9CcXZqeFp3PT0mdmFsaWRtaW51dGVzPTYwJmlkPTE= style=center] ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday demanded early elections amid the Panamagate probe, doubling down on its calls for resignation of Prime Minister Nawaz Shari
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Mexican artist aims for record mural on US border wall

Named the "Mural of Brotherhood," the painting is nearly two kilometers (a mile and a quarter) long. Photo: AFP TIJUANA: On the imposing metal sheets of the border fence that divides Tijuana, Mexico from San Diego, California, a hand reaches out in friendship amid a burst of butterflies. Nearby, in darker tones, a pile of skulls is crowned by a steely cross. This massive meditation on humanity at its best and worst is the work of Mexican artist Enrique Chiu, who is seeking to set a Guinness Wo
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Apple unveils iCloud data centre in China as cyber laws tightened

SHANGHAI: Apple has unveiled plans to build a data centre in China to store its local iCloud customers´ personal details, marking the first such move by a foreign technology firm following the imposition of strict new cyber-security laws in the country. The US titan said it was partnering with an internet service provider in southwestern Guizhou province on the project, which will "improve the speed and reliability of our products and services while also complying with newly passed regulations.
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Indian skipper Raj breaks record for most ODI runs in women?s cricket

Mithali Raj in action during Women's World Cup/Getty Images LONDON: Indian cricket captain Mithali Raj broke the record for runs in women´s ODIs, taking her total to 6,028 after hitting 69 in the World Cup match against Australia on Wednesday. The 34-year-old -- who made her debut back in 1999 and averages a superb 51.52 after 183 ODI appearances for her country -- surpassed retired England legend Charlotte Edwards? total of 5,992. "I don´t think Mitahli Raj gets the credit she deserves at tim
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England, Australia, South Africa into Women?s World Cup semi-finals

Australia players celebrate a wicket in the ongoing Women's World Cup/Getty Images  LONDON: England, Australia and South Africa booked their places in the semi-finals of the Women´s World Cup with a game to spare after convincing wins on Wednesday. England continued their good form with a 75-run victory over New Zealand, while Australia bounced back from defeat against the hosts to score an eight-wicket win over India and South Africa defeated Sri Lanka, also by eight wickets. England and Aust
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