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Voter registration booms as over half of Pakistani citizens eligible to vote

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This is also the first time that Pakistan registered more women voters as compared to men in between two elections * This article was originally published here

Nine terrorists including suicide bombers killed in Balochistan attacks

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ISPR says four soldiers along with two civilians also embraced martyrdom * This article was originally published here

Heavy snowfall over upper parts may 'disrupt transportation'

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Temperature fell to -6°C in Kalam, confirms Met Office * This article was originally published here

In Karachi power show, JI warns of protests if 'results changed' on Feb 8

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If Karachi is given its financial rights, then rulers will not have to travel around globe with begging bowl, says Naeem * This article was originally published here

Bilawal accepts Shehbaz's dare, invites Nawaz to Sindh for debate duel

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"I am ready for debate... [as well as] inspection of the province”, Bilawal tells Shehbaz * This article was originally published here

Public holiday in Pakistan on February 5

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Cabinet Division says that on the day, a one-minute silence would be observed at 10am * This article was originally published here

US declines to comment on India's involvement in murder of Pakistanis on its soil

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Indian agents are linked to murder of two Pakistani nationals in Sialkot and Rawalakot in 2023, according to FO * This article was originally published here

Non-duty paid diesel theft busted in groundbreaking operation

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Meticulously planned IBO leads to discovery of 174-feet-long clandestine tunnel being ingeniously used for POL smuggling * This article was originally published here

Army to be deployed for 'free and fair' general election

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Cabinet approves summary seeking deployment of military to help civil institutions in holding peaceful Feb 8 polls * This article was originally published here

PPP, JI insist MQM-P cannot revive Karachi glory days

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JI Karachi chief and PPP senior leader see Dr Khalid-led party standing nowhere in metropolis * This article was originally published here

National Party convoy fire upon in Dasht

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Senator Kohda Akram Dashti and party's provincial assembly candidate remain unhurt in incident * This article was originally published here

PML-N to resist attempts for February 8 polls postponement, says Shehbaz Sharif

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Party president also warns of severe consequences for Pakistan, democracy if nationwide election delayed * This article was originally published here

Timket: Ethiopians leap into pool during holy festival

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The Ethiopian Orthodox Christian celebration took place despite violent outbursts in Amhara region. http://dlvr.it/T1fH5q

Teenager jumps into frozen pond to rescue calf

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Oliver, 16, ran out of a car and into the freezing water when he spotted Wynonna, the two-month-old cow. http://dlvr.it/T1dTSz

March for Life: Anti-abortion movement stalls as election year politics loom

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At a snowy March for Life, activists note Republican leaders are cautious about a national abortion ban. http://dlvr.it/T1dFt8

Alec Baldwin faces fresh manslaughter charge over 'Rust' shooting

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A New Mexico grand jury has charged the actor anew over the on-set shooting death of Halyna Hutchins. http://dlvr.it/T1cvFN

'It's on fire, mom!' Flames shoot from cargo plane mid-air

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The Atlas Air Boeing plane makes an emergency landing in Miami, with no injuries reported. http://dlvr.it/T1cfwS

Elections 2024: Who will Karachi crown in Feb 8 face-off?

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Considering current political climate in Karachi, which was once a bastion of MQM-P, observers expect a cutthroat electoral battle in Feb 8 polls * This article was originally published here

Madonna sued by fans in New York over late concert start time

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Two fans say the New York show started more than two hours late and did not end until after 01:00. http://dlvr.it/T1bvL0

Canadian former pole vault world champion Barber dies aged 29

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Canada's former world pole vault champion Shawn Barber dies at the age of 29 from medical complications. http://dlvr.it/T1b8FG

Melania Trump gives eulogy at mother's funeral

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Donald Trump skipped a court session in his defamation trial in New York to attend the funeral. http://dlvr.it/T1ZrCc

Netanyahu publicly rejects US push for Palestinian state

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The Israeli PM's rejection of Washington's efforts shows the growing disagreement between the two allies. http://dlvr.it/T1ZRmB

Second Israeli footballer disciplined in Turkey

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Istanbul Basaksehir fine and loan out Israel's Eden Karzev following his social media post in support of his compatriots being held hostage in Gaza. http://dlvr.it/T1ZBYp

PTI gears up for election drive 'commencing Jan 20'

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“Workers should bear hardships and await victory on February 8,” PTI leader Gohar Khan says * This article was originally published here

Arnold Schwarzenegger detained over EU tax for luxury watch

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The probe for alleged tax evasion came as the actor arrived in Munich on his way to an auction. http://dlvr.it/T1Y12W

Lakshadweep: Can India's 'alternative Maldives' handle mass tourism?

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Indian PM Modi's recent visit to Lakshadweep could spark a tourist surge - but is the island chain ready? http://dlvr.it/T1XfDG

The science of icy wonders in the extreme cold

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A look at the weird and wonderful effects of cold temperatures as North America is hit with frigid weather. http://dlvr.it/T1XM1W

Spain shaman arrests: Police say group sold psychoactive drugs to members

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Members of the group are accused of promoting rituals involving psychoactive substances like toad venom. http://dlvr.it/T1WxYP

Ibadan explosion in Nigeria: 'The roof fell on my mother in bed'

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Two people are killed and 77 injured when explosives illegally stored in a residential area ignite, officials say. http://dlvr.it/T1Wfqf

Technological advancement vital to achieve development targets: PM Kakar

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Premier holds meetings with government, business leaders on sidelines of 54th annual meeting of WEF * This article was originally published here

China reports accelerating population decline

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The decline underscores concerns about the future growth of the world's second-largest economy. http://dlvr.it/T1V58M

Watch: Invasive fire ants raft in Australian flood waters

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Fire ants are forming rafts to travel across storm ravaged Queensland, aiding the spread of one of the world's most invasive species. http://dlvr.it/T1V4s6

Apple overtakes Samsung as world's biggest phonemaker

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iPhones made up a fifth of phones shipped last year, according to shipment data from the International Data Corporation. http://dlvr.it/T1TnXG

Boeing seeks Ryanair support with checks after mid-air blowout

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Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary told the BBC that it was asked to send engineers to oversee quality checks. http://dlvr.it/T1TNQj

North Korea's Kim Jong Un abandons unification goal with South

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Kim Jong Un rules out any chance of unification and scraps agencies focused on relations with the South. http://dlvr.it/T1T71K

Disguised as a man, woman married girls and 'sold them abroad'

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After getting married to a girl, the suspect used to prepare her travel documents and sell her abroad * This article was originally published here

Women and children who went to live with IS in Syria are being brought home

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Ten years after they left home to live with IS in Syria, Kyrgyz women are being allowed to go home. http://dlvr.it/T1R4F4

Josef Fritzl could be moved to care home - reports

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The sex offender, who is now 88 and has dementia, was jailed for life in 2009 in a case that shocked the world. http://dlvr.it/T1R47s

The Speed Project Atacama: The rebel race across a desert

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The Atacama Desert is so dry and desolate, it is used to simulate the surface of Mars. To organise an ultramarathon there takes a unique approach. http://dlvr.it/T1R41v

Israel Gaza war: Hamas video claims to show dead hostages

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The militants say the two men were killed in air strikes on Gaza, an allegation denied by Israel. http://dlvr.it/T1QtCT

Myanmar rebel group claims control of India border town

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The Arakan Army says it has taken control of Paletwa, in Chin State, a key trading post with India. http://dlvr.it/T1QfCt

Undeterred PTI unveils 'Plan C' after election symbol setbacks

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PTI leader Gohar Ali Khan reveals party's plan of action to get reserved seats after Feb 8 elections * This article was originally published here

Emmy Awards: Succession and Wednesday stars gear up for ceremony delayed by strike

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The ceremony was due to take place in September but Hollywood strikes forced organisers to postpone. http://dlvr.it/T1Ngq3

They were Israel's eyes on the border - but their Hamas warnings went unheard

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A unit of young female soldiers warned of a big attack. They were among the first Hamas killed on 7 October. http://dlvr.it/T1NgjG

Is seabed mining an economic necessity or a hazard?

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As deep-sea miners seek international go-ahead, opponents say the environmental impact is too high. http://dlvr.it/T1NgZR

Iowa caucuses: Republican rivals make last-ditch bids to cut Trump's lead

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The former president is seeking to turn strong polling into a big victory in Monday's caucuses. http://dlvr.it/T1NW1x

Brunei's Prince's royal wedding reaches climax

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Brunei's Prince Abdul Mateen and Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah complete the final ceremony after 10 days of celebrating their wedding. http://dlvr.it/T1NKJQ

'Voters to lean on Nawaz Sharif, Imran Khan's candidates in Feb 8 polls'

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Former finance czar predicts tough electoral battle between candidates chosen by PTI and PML-N * This article was originally published here

Queen Margrethe: Will abdication cause a ripple effect?

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Nordic monarchies are known to embrace modernity. Abdication was one of the few customs they resisted - until now. http://dlvr.it/T1LzgD

TB Joshua exposé: How the disgraced pastor faked his miracles

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Six ways the late megachurch pastor conned millions of people to believe in his purported cures. http://dlvr.it/T1LzVR