
Citizens Protest Killing of Suspect During CTD Raid in Karachi
A large number of people gathered outside the Karachi Press Club to protest the killing of a man during an alleged encounter by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD).
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A large number of people gathered outside the Karachi Press Club to protest the killing of a man during an alleged encounter by the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD).
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Bayern Munich's Luis Diaz, who joined from Liverpool, expressed admiration for the technical skills of Harry Kane and Michael Olise.
NFL star Micah Parsons launched a furious rant against veteran sports analyst Skip Bayless, criticizing his show.
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Lilly announced that a regimen including its drug Zepbound demonstrated success in a clinical trial for treating psoriasis.

A review has been published for 'The Ballad Of Judas Priest,' a gripping rock documentary co-directed by Rage Against The Machine’s Tom Morello, detailing the heavy metal legends' formation.
The CEO of HF Sinclair is taking a voluntary leave of absence.
The Tennessee Titans have signed defensive end Earnest Brown and offensive tackle Ryan Hayes, making a pair of roster adjustments.
Rennes has officially announced Franck Haise, former manager of RC Lens and OGC Nice, as their new head coach.
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Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has been hit with her fourth impeachment complaint, filed hours after she declared her presidential candidacy for 2028.
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Reservoir occupancy rates supplying water to Istanbul have increased to 40.48% following recent rainfall.

Emily Harrop, a top French medal hopeful in ski mountaineering's Winter Olympic debut, had the option to compete for Team GB.
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A massive sewage spill into the Potomac River near Washington D.C. has drawn criticism from former President Trump, who called in FEMA, while local Democratic leaders have remained silent.

Uber is taking steps to increase the availability of EV chargers for its drivers by encouraging companies to install them in relevant neighborhoods.

South Korea aims to reinstate the no-fly zone over its border with North Korea, a measure from the suspended 2018 inter-Korean military pact designed to ease tensions.

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Iowa basketball fans celebrated on social media after the Hawkeyes secured a 57-52 upset victory against No. 9 Nebraska at Carver-Haweye Arena.
Thailand is positioning itself as a 'frontline state' for peace efforts in Myanmar, indicating its role in regional diplomacy.
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Former President Donald Trump's administration pursued a deregulation blitz, and a new paint scheme for his Air Force One includes gold, red, white, and blue.
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The BYU Cougars are set to play against No. 4 Arizona on the road, marking their second encounter this year.

Türkiye is noted for its low public debt and strategic gold reserves within the OECD, amidst global debates on debt sustainability and rising gold prices.
The auto and transport sector is generating market talk, with a focus on private jet companies experiencing high demand from millionaires.

Another Nigerian national has been captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine, reportedly arrested on the frontline.
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Tiger Woods commented on Anthony Kim's recent win at LIV Golf Adelaide, addressing questions ahead of the Genesis Invitational.
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Sanda Ojiambo, CEO of UN Global Compact, emphasizes the importance of working with Africa rather than in Africa for corporate sustainability.
Celtic has scored eight goals from set pieces in the UEFA Europa League this season, a statistic highlighted ahead of their match against Stuttgart.
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Former Juventus star Beniamino Vignola expresses doubts about the club's defense, while Juventus must overcome a significant first-leg deficit against Galatasaray to advance in the Champions League.

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Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has set an ambitious target of achieving 52% global sales growth in 2026.

The National Sports Commission chairperson, Shehu Dikko, congratulated Eniola Bolaji on becoming the new world number one in badminton, calling it a defining moment for Nigerian sports.
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Chinese visitor numbers to Japan have dropped again as tensions between the two countries continue to simmer.
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Designer jeans are being sidelined as Levi’s 501s are once again becoming a popular choice among the fashion elite.
The Championship is being recognized as England's most entertaining football league.
Coco Gauff has moved into the third round of the Dubai Tennis Championships after defeating Anna Kalinskaya, surpassing Maria Sharapova in a key statistic.
Gianluigi Donnarumma shared details of a personal interaction with Ederson following his transfer to Manchester City, where he succeeded Ederson as the number one goalkeeper.
Bumi Resources Minerals has stated that its operations in Palu remain unaffected despite the closure of a site.
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Following their victory over England, Scotland lock Scott Cummings stated the team's focus is on backing up that performance with a win against Wales.
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