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BBC Online exclusive on Altaf Hussain cases to appear shortly

The Express Tribune - ‎24 minutes ago‎
A BBC Online exclusive story on Altaf Hussain cases by Owen Benett Jones to appear shortly. Earlier on Thursday, the BBC Urdu reported that the London Metropolitan Police was conducting an investigation against Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) Chief ...

Catch me if you can: Prisoners escape from ATC through the toilets

The Express Tribune - ‎2 hours ago‎
Court officials believe that either the suspects had assistance or brought in their own tools. By Noman Ahmed. Published: July 11, 2013.

Nawaz Sharif visits ISI headquarters

Jagran Post - ‎2 hours ago‎
Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday visited the headquarters of the spy agency ISI to discuss the terms of the new security policy he envisages.

Live blog: Microsoft's reorganization call

Wall Street Journal - ‎45 minutes ago‎
Question is asked about “sense of growing unproductive level of red tape” and if this re-org gives more direct control to Ballmer.

Ashton Agar's record-breaking 98: in numbers

The Guardian - ‎17 minutes ago‎
... • Ashton Agar scored the second fastest fifty on Test debut by an Australian batsman. His half-century came up in 50 deliveries.

The Lumina 1020 makes stunning photos a priority

CNET - ‎12 minutes ago‎
To play this video, you need Javascript enabled and the latest version of Flash installed. Install Flash now. The Lumina 1020 makes stunning photos a priority.

In Egypt, the Muslim Brotherhood Refuses to Back Down

Businessweek - ‎16 minutes ago‎
Tents flap in the hot mid-day wind next to Rabaa al-Adawiya Mosque in eastern Cairo as men sit under the shade discussing religion.

Pakistan won ' t hijack Afghan peace process : US envoy

PakistanToday.com.pk - ‎1 hour ago‎
WASHINGTON - Recognising Pakistan's cooperative role towards pushing Afghan reconciliation process, a top Washington envoy has dismissed the impression that Islamabad would hijack the peace process in Kabul to secure its own interests.

Myanmar jails Buddhists in Islamic school massacre

India Today - ‎31 minutes ago‎
Graffiti which reads, "Rakhines will now drink Muslim blood," is seen on a charred, roofless frame of a once-busy mosque in Pauktaw where two Rohingya neighborhoods were set ablaze on November 2, 2012.

7 dead, 15 injured in blast near Pak-Afghan border

PakistanToday.com.pk - ‎2 hours ago‎
At least seven people were killed and 15 others injured in a suicide blast in the Pakistan-Afghan border region on Thursday. According to media reports, the blast took place in Desh Mandi area of Chaman.

Bomb Kills Two People in Northwest Pakistan

Al-Manar TV - ‎38 minutes ago‎
Pakistan bomb A motorcycle bomb exploded at a roadside restaurant in northwest Pakistan, leaving at least two people killed and five others wounded on Thursday, police said.

As CNG sector loses appeal, investors consider shifting investments

The Express Tribune - ‎1 hour ago‎
Pakistan is the third-largest consumer of CNG. There are about 3.7 million CNG-equipped vehicles in Pakistan currently, up from 0.1 million in 2000.

Market watch: KSE undergoes correction, eight-day rally ends

The Express Tribune - ‎1 hour ago‎
“The market finally saw a correction after eight days of continuous gains as blue chips drive the index downwards,” says analyst at JS Global Capital.

Stocks hit new highs after Bernanke reassures investors

Los Angeles Times
15 minutes ago
Written by
Walter Hamilton
The stock market is back at new highs thanks to comforting words from Federal Reserve chief Ben S. Bernanke. The Dow Jones industrial average and the Standard & Poor's 500 index both surged into new high ground Thursday as investors celebrated the ...

Canadian High Commissioner calls on Ishaq Dar

Business Recorder - ‎6 hours ago‎
image ISLAMABAD: Greg Giokas, Canadian High Commissioner called on Federal Minister for Finance Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar here on Thursday.

No more free flights for directors, PIA board decides

The Express Tribune - ‎1 hour ago‎
In the past, directors were allowed to take free seats on any domestic and international flight. PHOTO: FILE. KARACHI: The newly-appointed board of directors of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) announced the decision to forgo its privilege of availing ...

Pakistan slips to eighth in world hockey rankings

The Express Tribune - ‎46 minutes ago‎
Pakistan was ranked sixth in the previous rankings which continue to be dominated by Germany. By APP. Published: July 12, 2013. Tweet · Share this article Print this page Email.

West Indies squad to face Pakistan

The News International - ‎1 hour ago‎
PORT OF SPAIN: West Indies on Thursday named a 13-man squad for the opening one-day internationals against Pakistan in Guyana. The matches will be played at the Guyana National Stadium on Sunday, July 14 and Tuesday July 16.

India vs Sri Lanka 2013 Live Cricket Score: Rohit and Raina fall in quick ...

Cricket Country - ‎22 minutes ago‎
The batting powerplay has been taken by India. In fact, it cannot be delayed much longer. During the change in overs, Kumar Sangakkara was seen arguing with the umpire.

Like players, match officials to follow code of conduct

The Express Tribune - ‎2 hours ago‎
The PCB has devised a code of conduct for match officials to prevent any scandals in the future. PHOTO: AFP. KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has implemented a code of conduct for match officials, taking them in its domain following Asad Rauf's ...

Legendary lyricist Qateel Shifai remembered on death anniversary

The News International - ‎3 hours ago‎
He adopted Qateel Shifai as his pen name in 1938 under which he was known in the world of Urdu poetry. "Qateel" was his "takhallus" (penname) and "Shifai" was in honor of his teacher Hakim Mohammed `Shifa' whom he considered his mentor.

'Michael Jackson frightened me,' says comeback gig director

NME.com - ‎30 minutes ago‎
The director of Michael Jackson's comeback shows in London, Kenny Ortega, told a US court on Wednesday (July 10) that he was "frightened" after he saw the singer shivering during one of his final rehearsals for the 'This Is It' shows.

Chennai titles in demand among filmmakers

Times of India
1 hour ago
Written by
Muralidharan Suganth
Chennai is the birthplace of south Indian cinema and not surprisingly, the city has been featured in so many films. And, now, Chennai is becoming a part of a film's title as well, the latest example being Shah Rukh Khan's Chennai Express.

Two more die of measles in Lahore

The News International - ‎8 hours ago‎
LAHORE: Punjab government, despite its efforts, has failed to control measles in the province as the death toll from the deadly disease has reached 187, Geo News reported.

Smoking kills 6 million people a year: WHO

The News International - ‎4 hours ago‎
NEWYORK: The World Health Organization (WHO) Thursday stated that the smoking kills almost six million people across the world every year, Geo News reported.

Google Latitude joins long list of products axed by the Web giant

Los Angeles Times
45 minutes ago
Written by
Salvador Rodriguez
Google is set to shut down Latitude, a location mobile app, next month, making it the latest in a long list of notable services killed by the search giant.

Snapshots With Squito | The Panoramic Camera Ball Prototype | Video

stupidDOPE.com
13 minutes ago
Written by
Tamika Frye
Cameras come in a lot of different shapes and sizes. The traditional square/rectangle camera design is still very popular but people are stepping out of the box with camera design.

Toddler buys classic Austin Healey Sprite car on eBay

Examiner.com - ‎24 minutes ago‎
Cautionary tale: A 14-month-old toddler recently gets hold of her parents' cell phone, buys a vintage Austin Healey Sprite car... Enough said? But no, it gets a little worse. The kid bought a classic sports car, which doesn't sound all that bad, but -- the car wasn't ...

Who does it better in the battle for mobile video - sharing dominance , Vine or ...

Hilton Head Island Packet - ‎1 hour ago‎
These modern corporate rivalries predate countless others that have sprung up since the Industrial Revolution as companies offering similar services and products jockey for our hard-earned shekels.

Strange blue world: Hubble spies cobalt-hued planet (VIDEO)

GlobalPost
17 minutes ago
Written by
Sarah Wolfe
Astronomers used the Hubble telescope to determine the true color of Planet HD189733b in a distant solar system, which is a deep cobalt blue.

Boston tackles climate change by cutting greenhouse gases

Sampan - ‎43 minutes ago‎
President Barack Obama's announcement of several federal climate change initiatives on June 25 will reduce greenhouse gas emissions nationwide and help prepare the country for the impacts of climate change.

This shark's deadly at both ends

New Zealand Herald - ‎2 hours ago‎
While sharks are usually feared more for their fangs, researchers have captured video footage of thresher sharks which use their tails as a weapon to stun or kill prey.

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