Rights group: North Korean women face rampant sexual abuse

Interviews with North Korean refugees and ex-officials reveal widespread sexual abuse and total impunity. Despite the horrendous scale of abuse against women, just five people were convicted of rape in 2015. North Korean officials in positions of power regularly sexually abuse women without any repercussions, Human Rights...

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Hundreds of Brand-New Maserati Burned in Savona Fire

Hundreds of brand-new Maseratis were destroyed in a large fire at the Italian port city of Savona on Tuesday after, following a flood in the north-western Italian town. After sea waters rose and flooded the port last night, including the two parking areas, local media reports that the salt water caused car batteries to explode...

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NA, other institutions should stand with Supreme Court: Bilawal

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday said the National Assembly and other institutions of the country should stand with the Supreme Court on its decision to acquit Asia Bibi. “The Supreme Court is our national institutional. I think that the National Assembly along with all other institutions...

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Kanrani defeats Kurd to become president of Supreme Court Bar Association

Amanullah Kanrani was elected to the highly coveted post of president, Supreme Court Bar Association (SBCA) on Wednesday after a tough contest between the Independent Group (Asma Jahangir’s panel) led by Ali Ahmed Kurd, and the Professional Group (Hamid Khan’s panel) led by Kanrani. Kanrani obtained 1092 votes in total whereas...

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Gilgit-Baltistan celebrates 71th Independence Day today

The 71th Independence Day of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) is being celebrated with traditional zeal and fervour today. On November 1, 1948, the people of Gilgit-Baltistan had revolted against Dogra Raj and liberated 72,000 square kilometres of geo-strategically located land. The GB government has declared an official holiday on...

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Turkey: Khashoggi strangled to death, then dismembered

The chief prosecutor in Istanbul has alleged that Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi was strangled to death as soon as he entered the Saudi Consulate. Istanbul Chief Prosecutor Irfan Fidan said on Wednesday that Saudi dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi was strangled to death in the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul as...

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Chelsea beat Lampard's Derby in League Cup Halloween thriller

Chelsea dumped Frank Lampard s Derby out of the League Cup on Wednesday despite a valiant effort by the Championship side to battle back from a defensive Halloween horror show. Maurizio Sarri s much-changed side eventually emerged 3-2 winners, with all five goals coming in a helter-skelter first half, on a night when there...

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Pakistan improves ranking by 11 points: WB report

Pakistan has improved its ranking by 11 points and moved from 147 to 136 in Doing Business (DB) Report published by World Bank. Advisor to Prime Minister Mr Razzak Dawood, in a statement, said that since the launch of DB report in 2002, it is the first time that Pakistan has jumped 11 points in one year. Meanwhile, talking...

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Teenager dies after setting off bomb at Russian intelligence agency

A man set off a bomb at the entrance of an office belonging to Russia’s main intelligence agency, killing himself and injuring three security officials. The man entered the Federal Security Service (FSB) office in the city of Arkhangelsk in northern Russia and removed a bomb from a bag, which detonated, Moscow’s anti-terrorist...

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All educational institutes in Punjab, private ones in Sindh, KP to remain closed today

All educational institutes across Punjab will remain closed today (Thursday) in light of the traffic and law and order situation in the country, a spokesperson for the provincial government confirmed. In Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, however, only the private educational institutes will remain closed, while all schools, colleges,...

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Rebel Wilson in Trailer for Romantic Comedy Spoof 'Isn't It Romantic'

"I have to get a man to fall in love with me." Warner Bros has released a fun first trailer for a new comedy coming out on Valentine's Day next year titled Isn't It Romantic, from director Todd Strauss-Schulson (of The Final Girls). This twist on romantic comedies stars Rebel Wilson as a woman who wakes up inside a romantic...

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Pakistan beat New Zealand in Twenty20 Match

Pakistan beat New Zealand by two runs in the first Twenty20 international in a last over thriller in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. New Zealand needed a six off the last ball to tie the match but managed a boundary to finish at 146-6 in 20 overs. Pakistan´s best bowler was Hasan Ali who...

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Government hikes petrol price by Rs 05 per litre

The government has raised the prices of petroleum products, with petrol going up by Rs5 per litre. The price of diesel and light diesel have been raised by Rs6.37 and Rs6.48 per litre respectively. The new price of petrol is Rs97.83 per litre, diesel Rs112.94 and kerosene oil Rs86.50 per litre. The new price for light diesel...

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First Trailer for Noir Thriller 'Hospitality' Starring Emmanuelle Chriqui

"The less fortunate you are, the more desperate you are…" Kandoo Releasing has debuted the official trailer for an indie crime thriller titled Hospitality, the latest film by directors Nick Chakwin & David Guglielmos (No Way to Live). The story is about a former prostitute named Donna who has turned her brothel into a...

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'People's Republic of Desire' Doc Trailer About Live-Streaming in China

"Where did he get all that money?" You don't want to know the answer. An official trailer has debuted for a documentary from China titled People's Republic of Desire, all about the live-streaming phenomenon that has taken over the country. This doc film won the Grand Jury Award for Best Documentary Feature at the SXSW Film...

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PM Imran, COAS discuss matters pertaining to country’s security situation

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday called on Prime Minister Imran Khan at PM House in Islamabad. During the meeting, matters pertaining to country’s security situation in wake of protests following the Supreme Court’s verdict in Asia Bibi case came under discussion during the meeting. The meeting...

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PM Imran to leave for first official visit to China on Thursday

Prime Minister Imran Khan will leave for a four-day official visit tomorrow. He will begin his visit from 2nd of next month at the invitation of the Chinese leadership. This will be the first official visit of the Prime Minister to China after assuming office in August 2018. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation...

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Qatar seek to promote economic cooperation with Pakistan, Saqr Bin Mubarak

In a statement Mr. Saqr Bin Mubarak Al Mansouri, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, he pointed out that the State of Qatar will seek to promote economic cooperation between the two countries. He stressed that during the visit to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh...

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Watch: Incredible 2-Minute Horror Short 'Salt' Directed by Rob Savage

"You'll be safe - just stay inside the circle." We've saved the best for last…! After posting a bunch of horror shorts throughout October, one of the best shorts has debuted online just in time for Halloween. Salt is the latest horror short made by filmmaker Rob Savage, with his writing partner Jed Shepherd. The two last made...

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Trailer for Documentary 'The Last Animals' Fights to Save The Animals

"Extinction happens in front of our eyes." Save the animals! They are important, too. An official trailer has debuted for the documentary The Last Animals, the feature directorial debut of renown photojournalist Kate Brooks. The Last Animals follows the conservationists, scientists and activists battling poachers and criminal...

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Pakistan Win Toss against New Zealand, Opt To Bat First

Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat against New Zeland in First T20 international. Pakistan continues with the same squad which whitewashed Australia earlier last Week. Pakistan maintained their top spot in the ICC T20 ranking with a 3-0 whitewash of Australia in Dubai on Sunday, cementing their place as the leading lights...

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"I'm here only because a Supreme Court verdict was announced today

Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday fully backed the Supreme Court's decision in the Asia Bibi case, warning protesters against clashing with the State. The prime minister's address came after a three-judge bench acquitted and ordered the release of Asia Bibi, a Christian woman who was earlier sentenced to death on blasphemy...

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New Trailer for Lars von Trier's Demented 'The House That Jack Built'

"If you feel like screaming, I definitely think you should." IFC Films has unveiled their full official US trailer for Lars von Trier's controversial, demented serial killer film The House That Jack Built, which first premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. The film stars Matt Dillon as the titular Jack, a...

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President inaugurates train service in Karachi

President Arif Alvi has congratulated Minister for Railways Sheikh Rasheed on the launching of local train in Karachi. Addressing the inauguration ceremony, President Arif Alvi said that Karachi faced the issue of lack of transport and the local railway service had ended a long while ago. He said that trains are among the...

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PM Pakistan, Iranian FM Discuss Issues of Mutual Interest

Mohammad Javad Zarif Khonsari, Foreign Minister of Iran called on Prime Minister Imran Khan today on his second visit during the past two months. Iranian FM is visiting Pakistan to discuss relations between the two countries and issues of mutual interest including the recovery of 12 Iranian border security guards. Earlier,...

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Norwegian diplomat Geir Pedersen to take over as UN Syria envoy

The United Nations head has chosen diplomat Geir Pedersen to replace Staffan de Mistura as special representative in Syria. The envoy faces the Herculean task of bringing peace to the country torn by civil war. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres chose Geir Pedersen as his desired next special envoy to Syria....

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Austria to withdraw from UN migration treaty

Austria will not sign on to a landmark UN pact regulating global migration. The right-wing government of Sebastian Kurz is following in the footsteps of leaders from the United States and Hungary. Austria will not sign a United Nations agreement on migration, Chancellor Sebastian Kurz said on Wednesday, arguing that the pact...

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Migrants from EU boosting the German economy: study

Migrants from across the European Union have made a considerable contribution to economic growth in Europe's powerhouse, a fresh study by a leading German think tank reveals. But they don't always get the jobs they want.  Workers from fellow European Union countries were crucial in increasing economic output in Germany...

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China ends 25-year ban on rhino horn trade

Wildlife conservationists have called on China to reinstate the ban, saying it undermines international norms. But Beijing has defended its decision, claiming the animal parts are useful for scientific research. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang on Tuesday defended Beijing's decision to ease a ban on the trade of...

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Army Helicopter Crash Kills 20 In Afghanistan

An army helicopter carrying senior officials has crashed in bad weather in the western Farah province, killing all 20 on board. Mohammad Naser Mehri, spokesman for the Farah governor, said the helicopter crashed around 9:10 a.m. (0440 GMT), shortly after taking off from the mountainous Anar Dara district heading toward the...

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Pakistan,Iran FMs agree to enhance mutual cooperation

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and his visiting Iranian counter-part Javad Zarif held talks in Islamabad on Wednesday. They discussed all issues of mutual interest including ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries in diverse fields.   Iranian Foreign Minister will also call on Prime Minister...

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Cannot imagine committing contempt of court: Fawad

Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry on Monday said he cannot even imagine committing contempt of court and the government will operate in accordance with the law while the country will be run as per Prime Minister Imran Khan’s policies. Speaking to the media after appearing before the Supreme Court in a suo motu case regarding...

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IGP transfer: We will see how the minister does what he pleases: CJP

The Supreme Court on Wednesday summoned Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry and Federal Minister Azam Swati in a suo motu case regarding the transfer of Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jan Muhammad. A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan Justice Mian Saqib Nisar heard a suo motu case on the transfer...

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Shehbaz Sharif’s transit remand extended till Nov 6

An accountability court in Islamabad on Wednesday extended former Punjab chief minister Shehbaz Sharif's transit remand till November 6 in the Ashiana Housing scheme case. The Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president was produced before Judge Mohammad Bashir today...

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Kashmiris hold protest outside Indian Embassy in Belgium

Kashmiris staged a protest in front of Indian Embassy at Brussels in Belgium. It was led by president PTI Azad Jammu and Kashmir Barrister Sultan Mahmood. Addressing the protest , he said the Indian forces are involved in oppression and brutalities on innocent Kashmiris. He said the international community should play its...

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Pakistan face New Zealand in first T20 match today

Pakistan take on New Zealand in the first game of the three-match T20 series at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi today (Wednesday). Pakistan maintained their top spot in the ICC T20 ranking with a 3-0 whitewash of Australia in Dubai on Sunday, cementing their place as the leading lights of the game's shortest format. Speaking...

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How US Birthright Citizenship Emerged, Endured

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he wants to end a constitutional right that automatically grants citizenship to any baby born in the United States. Trump, in an interview with "Axios on HBO,'' said his goal is halting guaranteed citizenship for babies of noncitizens and unauthorized immigrants. U.S. citizenship through...

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Pakistan’s health sector far behind in region: WHO

Though Pakistan has shown improvement in the health sector the last 18 years, it needs to do a lot more as the country is far behind in the region and across the globe, a World Health Organisation (WHO) report launched on Tuesday says. The report titled Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 3: Localisation in Pakistan, which...

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Supreme Court Bar Association elections today

The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) elections for the term 2018-2-19 are being held today (Wednesday). A total of 3,047 voters will cast their votes to elect the 22-member body. Judges from across Pakistan will elect the new body for the bar association. The Lahore registry has 1291 registered votes while the Karachi...

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Seven killed in suicide attack near Kabul prison

A suicide bomber targeting a bus carrying employees of Afghanistan's biggest prison killed at least seven people on Wednesday, officials said, in the latest militant attack in the war-torn country. Another five were wounded in the blast near the facility in Kabul, which police spokesman Basir Mujahid said had hit a vehicle...

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