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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Sports

Glenn Maxwell’s Remarkable Journey Leaves Fans in Awe

Glenn Maxwell has retired from international cricket after a 14-year career marked by extraordinary limited-overs performances. Renowned for innovative stroke-play, explosive batting and exceptional fielding, Maxwell’s unforgettable 201 not out against Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup remains iconic. A two-time ODI World Cup winner, he also helped Australia claim the 2021 T20 World Cup. Despite limited Test success, his impact on white-ball cricket remains immense. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

France Opens Probe Into Israeli Strike on Beirut Building

France has launched a judicial investigation into a war crimes complaint over an Israeli airstrike on a Beirut residential building in November 2024. French-Lebanese artist Ali Cherri filed the complaint after losing both parents in the attack, which killed seven civilians. Two investigating judges have been appointed to examine the case, described by his lawyer as a first. Read More…

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IHC Grants Protective Bail to TikToker in Sialkot Case

The Islamabad High Court has granted protective bail to TikToker Muhammad Ansar Jatt, known as Mr Pattlo, until November 10 following a deadly stampede at his Sialkot mehndi event. The incident claimed two lives and left 18 people injured. Jatt, named in the FIR along with others, surrendered before the court in a wheelchair and was allowed to approach the relevant court. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

Court Extends Remand in Rs35bn Counterfeit Stamp Case

A Lahore judicial magistrate has granted the NCCIA a further two-day physical remand of two suspects in a Rs35 billion counterfeit US postage stamp fraud case. The prime suspect, a Khanewal resident, is accused of running a website that sold over five million fake postage stamps, allegedly causing $126 million in losses to the US Postal Service. The suspects will return to court on November 5. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Economy & Business

LPG Crisis Deepens Hardships for Lahore Rickshaw Drivers

Rising LPG prices have sharply reduced earnings for Lahore’s rickshaw drivers, leaving families struggling to afford basic necessities. Rashid Ali, who once earned Rs1,700 daily, now makes barely Rs800 as fuel costs surge following disruptions in Iranian imports. Traders say a 12kg LPG cylinder has jumped 56 per cent to Rs7,000, forcing drivers to cut expenses and meals. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Russell Brand Faces Prison After Sexual Offence Convictions

British comedian Russell Brand has been convicted by a London court of raping one woman and sexually assaulting three others in offences committed between 2004 and 2009. He denied the charges, claiming the encounters were consensual. Brand was acquitted of two other rape charges and attempted indecent assault. The judge refused bail and scheduled sentencing for Monday. Police said investigations into two further alleged rapes remain ongoing. Read More…

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Deadly Bus-Truck Collision Sparks Emergency Response Near Pakpattan

At least 11 people were killed and 33 injured when a passenger bus collided with a truck on Depalpur Road near Pakpattan. The bus was travelling from Multan to Kasur. Rescue teams used heavy machinery during a three-hour operation to free trapped passengers. An emergency was declared at the district headquarters hospital, where additional medical staff were summoned to treat the injured. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in Politics

KP Local Government Elections Put on Hold Until Further Notice

The Election Commission of Pakistan has postponed local government elections in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after the federal government extended the suspension of Article 140-A across the province. The constitutional provision requires elected local governments and the transfer of political, administrative and financial powers to them. Meanwhile, the ECP scheduled the first phase of Punjab’s local government elections for February 7, 2027. Read More…

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Syeda Mubeena Hashmi Posted in World

Wall Street Faces Fresh Sell-Off as Tech Shares Tumble

US technology stocks plunged on Thursday as investors worried that newly elected lawmakers could restrict the expansion of AI data centres. The Nasdaq fell more than five per cent before recovering some losses, while Nvidia dropped over six per cent and AMD declined 12 per cent. A rebound in oil prices also weighed on global markets, reversing gains made after the midterm elections. Read More…

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