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Amazon Fire TV Omni Series QLED review

The Amazon Fire TV Omni Series QLED is a surprisingly robust model with great picture and sound. But it should be a TV first and an Amazon device a distant second. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/home-entertainment/amazon-fire-tv-omni-series-qled-review/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Pakistan reports first ‘confirmed’ case of BF.7 variant of COVID-19

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Virus-infected person showed symptoms after another person met him at his office in Karachi, say sources * This article was originally published here

Emporia Energy smart EV charger review: More power telemetry for a lower price

If you're in the market for a smart EV charger with broad integration and detailed energy monitoring, look no further than the Emporia EV Charger. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/emporia-energy-smart-ev-charger-review/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

This has replaced my multitool for a fraction of the cost

I've decided that multitools are too flashy, too expensive, and not really that good. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/this-has-replaced-my-multitool-for-a-fraction-of-the-cost/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Ukraine war: Joe Biden rules out sending F-16 fighter jets

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Kyiv says it needs further aid to help take control of the country's airspace from Russia. http://dlvr.it/Shj9Kw

Glowforge Pro review: Laser cutting and engraving for serious makers and small businesses

If you have the money and space, and can put up with some noise and odor, the Glowforge Pro will allow you to undertake an impressive range of creative projects. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/glowforge-pro-review/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Terrorist who martyred two ISI officials in Khanewal gunned down in IBO

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Director and inspector of ISI's Counter-Terrorism Wing were martyred by terrorist on January 3 * This article was originally published here

This must-have screwdriver has two cool hidden tricks

The screwdriver to rule them all! source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/this-must-have-screwdriver-has-two-cool-hidden-tricks/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Ukraine: Boris Johnson says Putin threatened him with missile strike

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Boris Johnson says he had an "extraordinary" call with President Putin before the Ukraine invasion. http://dlvr.it/ShfGy2

Religious affairs minister 'doesn't want appointment of woman' as DG Hajj

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In viral audio clip, Mufti Shakoor can be heard asking female candidate about significance of dupatta * This article was originally published here

Television frontman Tom Verlaine dies at 73

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His band rose to fame in the 1970s New York punk scene, scoring UK hits including Marquee Moon. http://dlvr.it/ShcCJ4

Unanswered questions from videos of Tyre Nichols' arrest

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The footage shows a brutal beating but we still don't know why officers decided to stop his car. http://dlvr.it/ShcCG8

Petr Pavel: Ex-general beats populist rival in Czech election

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Defeated former PM Andrej Babis conceded to retired Nato general Petr Pavel on Saturday afternoon. http://dlvr.it/ShcCB4

New Zealand: Auckland cleans up after 'unprecedented' floods

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At least three people are killed as New Zealand's largest city is hit by record rainfall. http://dlvr.it/ShcC46

Auckland flooding: Three people dead after torrential rain in New Zealand

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A torrential downpour in New Zealand's largest city prompts evacuations, power cuts and other chaos. http://dlvr.it/ShcBfs

'Senseless': Pakistan strongly condemns desecration of holy book in Denmark

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FO calls into question legal framework behind which Islamophobes hide and spread hatred with impunity * This article was originally published here

Auckland floods: New Zealand city declares emergency after torrential rain

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A torrential downpour in New Zealand's largest city prompts evacuations, power cuts and other chaos. http://dlvr.it/ShZBdm

Ukraine war: UN accuses Russia of breaking child protection rules over refugees

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Moscow is accused of giving refugees Russian passports and allowing them to be adopted. http://dlvr.it/ShZBPZ

US to make it easier for gay men to donate blood

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The FDA will soon remove a three month abstinence policy for donations for men who have sex with men. http://dlvr.it/ShZBGZ

Court quashes money laundering case against Jahangir Tareen, his son

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In its report, FIA confirms charges against Tareen and his son are false * This article was originally published here

Cost of living: How onions became a luxury in the Philippines

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The staple ingredient has become a symbol of the country's rising cost of living. http://dlvr.it/ShWSq1

Bowers & Wilkins' Pi7 S2 are music to my ears, but there's a catch

Improved connectivity, longer battery life, and some of the best audio output I've heard still don't make the Pi7 S2 an impulse buy, for reasons beyond my control. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/bowers-wilkins-pi7-s2-are-the-best-wireless-earbuds-ive-heard-but-theres-a-catch/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

'Poisonous gas' kills 16 people in Karachi

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Initial investigation reveals that respiratory failure occurred due to chemicals in area, says official * This article was originally published here

Live music: How buying concert tickets could be made better

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Concerts can be life-affirming. Buying tickets is the opposite. Here are eight possible solutions. http://dlvr.it/ShSbcp

Islamabad court approves Fawad Chaudhry's two-day physical remand

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PTI senior leader was arrested from Lahore after he "threatened" ECP members and their families * This article was originally published here

Musk's Boring Company shows off Las Vegas tunnels

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The BBC's James Clayton visited the tunnel network carrying passengers in Tesla cars. http://dlvr.it/ShPjCm

Dureji — a wondrous town in Balochistan's Hub

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Located in midst of province's mountains, this town boasts modern facilities leaving visitors enchanted * This article was originally published here

Capitol rioter who posed with feet on Nancy Pelosi's desk found guilty

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Richard Barnett carried a stun gun as he joined the crowds storming the Capitol on 6 January 2021. http://dlvr.it/ShLnSG

iPad Pro 11 vs 12.9: M1 and M2 are great, but which size should you buy?

Apple's iPad Pro is the most capable model of its tablet lineup, but should you buy the standard 11-inch size or go big with the 12.9-inch? We've broken down the top buying reasons for each model below. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/ipad-pro-11-vs-12-9/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

How to add a touchscreen to your Raspberry Pi projects

This is the perfect accessory to let you get the most from your Raspberry Pi. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-add-a-touchscreen-to-your-raspberry-pi-projects/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Anti-state elements are ‘rebels’: Mufti Taqi Usmani

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Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani speaks during a conference organised by the Pakistan Islamic Medical Association in Karachi on October 21, 2018. — Jamia Dar Ul Uloom KarachiArmed activity against state is haraam, Mufti Usmani declares."Carrying out anti-state activities have nothing to do with... * This article was originally published here

Spain gang bust: Ukrainians exploited in illegal tobacco operation

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Spanish police say Ukrainian refugees worked long hours to mass-produce fake cigarettes. http://dlvr.it/ShHz3y

Next elections to be held on basis of 7th census: Ahsan Iqbal

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Results of the new census would be compiled by April 30, says Ahsan Iqbal * This article was originally published here

How eating oysters could help protect the coast

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Restaurants in New Orleans are recycling their oyster shells in an effort to protect the Louisiana coastline. http://dlvr.it/ShFxFR

Small hands, big labours, and ‘broken arm of law’

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As per child labour statistics, in the first ten months of 2022, a total of 434 cases of violence against children were reported to the Sindh police. * This article was originally published here

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes attempted to flee US, prosecutors claim

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According to a new court filing, the 38-year-old bought a one-way ticket to Mexico last January. http://dlvr.it/ShCyLh

Los Angeles police sued over teacher's death

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Keenan Anderson died in police custody after a Taser was used to arrest him for fleeing a car crash. http://dlvr.it/ShCyGV

Turkish parliamentarians agree to form Kashmir committee

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"We are very grateful to Türkiye for openly supporting the Kashmir cause, says AJK president * This article was originally published here

Are you a heavy phone hotspot user? Get this mobile hotspot router instead

Once you've used a mobile hotspot router, you won't go back to your smartphone's hotspot feature ever again. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/are-you-a-heavy-phone-hotspot-user-get-this-mobile-hotspot-router-instead/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

The race to make diesel engines run on hydrogen

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Ordinary diesel trucks could be converted to a hydrogen-diesel mix, according to researchers in Australia. http://dlvr.it/Sh9B9T

The HovRanger e-bike is $500 cheaper but just as capable as my daily commuter

Review: The Hovsco HovRanger is a great-looking commuter bike that can freely hit 28mph thanks to its Class 3 rating. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/hovsco-hovranger-review/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Khaqan Abbasi slams Suleman Shehbaz's 'joker' slur against ex-finance ministers

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“Suleman Shehbaz should explain what his tweet meant,” says former federal minister * This article was originally published here

This Motorola x Pantone collab is a special edition phone done right

Bored with black slabs? Motorola's new vegan leather-backed phone in Pantone's Color of the Year is stunning. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/this-motorola-x-pantone-collab-is-a-special-edition-phone-done-right/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

George Santos: Lawmaker denies taking money from dying dog GoFundMe

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The lawmaker, who has admitted lying about his biography, has recently been named to two House panels. http://dlvr.it/Sh6Dcp

Apple Mac Mini (2023) vs Mac Studio: Is M2 really better than M1?

Apple's new $600 Mac Mini likely generated many sideways glances at the $2,000+ M1 Mac Studio. But, this seeming cannibalism of the Mac Studio is not as one-sided as it seems. Let me explain. source https://www.zdnet.com/article/apple-mac-mini-2023-vs-mac-studio/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Clashes in Karachi as parties fiercely dispute LG polls recount

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PTI, PPP workers resort to stone-pelting in Keamari; JI protests at University Road and Malir Halt * This article was originally published here

How I solved one of my biggest Raspberry Pi headaches

This cheap accessory has saved me a lot of hassles with my Raspberry Pi projects. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/i-just-solved-one-of-my-biggest-raspberry-pi-headaches/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Baby among six killed in possible cartel attack in California

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California police say six people, including a grandmother and 10-month old child, were shot dead. http://dlvr.it/Sh3Dn0

NexusLink G.HN Wave 2 kit review: Turn your unused coaxial cable into Ethernet

Review: NexusLink's G.HN Wave 2 kit offers a slick way to repurpose your untethered coaxial cables to provide fast, reliable wired connectivity in your home. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/networking/nexuslink-g-hn-wave-2-kit-review/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

‘PM Shehbaz has sufficient numbers to win trust vote’, Khawaja Asif tells Imran Khan

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“If we can accept 35 [PTI MNAs] resignations, then we can also accept remaining 70,” says defence minister * This article was originally published here

Industrial espionage: How China sneaks out America's technology secrets

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The true extent of commercial spying is unknown but experts say it is "pervasive". http://dlvr.it/Sh0DxJ

Pervez Khattak 'opposes' Imran Khan's decision to dissolve KP Assembly

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PTI leader suggests disbanding legislature after January 20 instead of tomorrow, say sources * This article was originally published here

Suspected jihadists abduct 50 women in northern Burkina Faso

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People in Arbinda say two groups of women were taken while out gathering food because of severe shortages. http://dlvr.it/SgxTYb

JI’s Hafiz Naeem furious over delay in results, claims rigging in process

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JI's Karachi chief asks public to surround polling stations to protest against delay in announcement of results * This article was originally published here

Thousands of Israelis hold legal reforms protest in Tel Aviv

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Organisers have accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of undermining democratic rule. http://dlvr.it/SgvNxL

Nawaz directs PML-N to mobilise workers for Punjab elections with 'full force'

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PML-N leader also instructed party to establish a parliamentary board, says Marriyum Aurangzeb * This article was originally published here

Newport News: Staff were alerted six-year-old may have had a weapon

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School chief says at least one staff member was alerted the child had a gun before the shooting. http://dlvr.it/SgsPWR

‘PML-N strategy worked in Punjab as PTI no longer in power’

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Maryam Nawaz will travel back to Pakistan within the next 10 days, says Ahsan Iqbal * This article was originally published here

Devika Rani: Did Bollywood’s longest kiss really happen in 1933?

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The 1933 film Karma has long been written about as the film with Bollywood's first-ever and longest kiss. http://dlvr.it/SgphBK

‘Terrorism needs collective action’, Bilawal tells Afghan counterpart

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FM underlines Pakistan’s commitment to work with Afghanistan towards promoting regional peace, stability * This article was originally published here

Nigeria's cash crunch: Hunting out savings from under mattresses

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Why Africa's most-populous country is introducing new bank notes weeks before an election. http://dlvr.it/Sglmdv

Imran Khan foresees PTI's victory in elections despite 'political engineering'

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PTI allies and members threatened and asked to join PML-N, alleges PTI chief * This article was originally published here

How a smart air purifier helped save our holiday plans

This plug-and-play Levoit Vital 200S smart air purifier came through at a time where our family needed it most, and it did not disappoint. source https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/smart-home/levoit-vital-200s-review-the-smart-air-purifier-that-saved-our-holiday/#ftag=RSSbaffb68

Ukraine war: Conflicting claims over embattled town of Soledar

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Russia's Wagner mercenaries claim to be in control - but Kyiv says its troops are still holding out. http://dlvr.it/Sghv4r

Here's latest ranking of Pakistan's passport

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Top three passports are Japanese, Singaporean and South Korean, says London-based firm * This article was originally published here