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Geo News Blog delivers the latest breaking news, world headlines, politics, current affairs, and international updates from Pakistan and around the world, updated through trusted RSS sources.

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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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Hepatitis patients to receive medicines at doorstep

To provide relief to hepatitis patients, Punjab government has launched a programme to deliver medicines to the registered patients at their doorstep. Photo: Think Stock/file LAHORE: To provide relief to hepatitis patients, Punjab government has launched a programme to deliver medicines to the registered patients at their doorstep, according to The News.  The programme was inaugurated by Minister for Primary and Secondary Health Khawaja Imran Nazir, who handed over a medicine parcel to a couri
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Imad Wasim to play for Durham county in England?s T20 Blast

Imad Wasim  Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim will feature for Durham county in England?s popular domestic cricket competition NatWest T20 Blast this summer. Imad, who is the world?s number one ranked T20I bowler, will fly to England to represent Durham Jets in the ongoing T20 Blast, subject to him being granted the visa. The 28-year-old told local media that the stint would be a great opportunity and he is waiting for his visa. Imad displaced South African spinner Imran Tahir to claim the top
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Youm-e-Shuahada-Kashmir being observed today

Locals in Indian occupied Kashmir protesting. Photo: AFP SRINAGAR: Kashmiris on both sides of the Line of Control and the world over will observe Youm-e-Shuhada-e-Kashmir today. On July 13, 1931, the troops of Dogra Maharaja had martyred twenty two Kashmiris outside the central jail in Srinagar while court proceedings against Abdul Qadeer were taking place. Qadeer had called upon Kashmiris to defy the Dogra rule, resulting in his imprisonment. A complete strike will be observed across the occ
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PS-114 ?controversy?: Ballot box found in car in Karachi?s Mehmoodabad

KARACHI: A ballot box was discovered in a private car in the city?s Mehmoodabad area on Wednesday, prompting runner-up Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) to reiterate claims that the PS-114 by-election was ?rigged?. The ballot box in question was purchased from a scrap-seller for Rs 60 three years ago, the owner of the box, a lady, said in a statement to the police. The box was used to store household items, she added. An MQM spokesperson, in light of the latest development, reiterated the party
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Rains claim 16 lives across the country

A heavy downpour battered Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Gujrat, Toba Tek Singh, DI Khan, Muzaffarabad and several other areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan Tuesday. Land sliding in Muzaffarbad cut off several roads in the valley whereas storm water entered houses and official buildings. The local administration has warned people residing on the banks of Neelum-Jhelum River. In Gujrat, a dyke breach caused flooding near Gullanwala village with a vast tract of land being inundated w
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WATCH this delightful Newborn Sumatran tiger cub snuggling up to mama!

A teeny tiny newborn cub was born to a Sumatran tiger two days ago at the Smithsonian?s National Zoo in Washington, DC, and it has us gushing with love. The cub, which ?appears to be nursing, moving and behaving normally?, as per the Zoo, belongs to a critically endangered species of big cats ? presently in the range of 300-400 in number, the International Union for Conservation of Nature?s estimates indicate. ?This is such an exciting time for us, not only because we have a cub who
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Reckless driving: Oil tanker overturns near Rahim Yar Khan

The oil tanker was travelling from Karachi to Sher Shah Depot, Multan. Photo: Geo News screen grab RAHIM YAR KHAN: An oil tanker overturned on National Highway near Rahim Yar Khan Thursday morning. The tanker, transporting around 40,000 litres of fuel, skidded off the road after the driver dozed off while passing by Koochi Muhammad Khan, according to officials. The oil tanker was travelling from Karachi to Sher Shah Depot, Multan, the police informed. No one was harmed in the incident.
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Drizzling expected at a few places along Sindh coast: MET

Photo: File Monsoon currents are penetrating upper and central parts of the country and likely to continue during the next 48 hours, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said on Thursday. A westerly wave is affecting upper parts of the country and a seasonal low lies over north Balochistan. Rain-thunderstorm with isolated heavy falls expected at scattered places in southern Punjab (D.G.Khan, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal divisions), Quetta, Zhob, Kalat, Sibbi, Nasirabad divisions and Gil
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Dark hair dye and chemical relaxers linked to breast cancer

Women who regularly chemically straightened their hair or dyed it dark brown or black had an elevated risk of breast cancer, recent research suggests. ?I would be concerned about darker hair dye and hair straighteners,? epidemiologist Tamarra James-Todd said after reviewing the report in Carcinogenesis. ?We should really think about using things in moderation and really try to think about being more natural. ?Just because something is on the market does not necessarily mean it?s safe for us,?
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Oil prices dip as OPEC expects less demand for its crude

File Oil prices dipped early on Thursday as producer club OPEC said it expected demand for its crude to decline next year as rivals pump more, pointing to a market surplus in 2018 despite efforts to tighten the market. Brent crude futures LCOc1 were at $47.64 per barrel at 0133 GMT (2.33 a.m. BST), down 10 cents, or 0.2 percent, from their last close. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures CLc1 were at $45.37 per barrel, down 12 cents, or 0.3 percent. The Organization of the Petroleum Ex
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Kid Rock hints online he will run for US Senate

Kid Rock inducts rock band Cheap Trick at the 31st annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, US, on April 8, 2016. Eduardo Munoz/File Photo  DETROIT: Recording star Kid Rock ? an outspoken supporter of Republican President Donald Trump ? hinted in his website and social media messages on Wednesday that he intends to run for the US Senate in 2018, promising a "major announcement" to come soon. The 46-year-old Michigan native
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