PML-N respects institutions and law on the basis of requirement: Dr. Firdous

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Information Firdous Ashiq Awan says PTI has always been at the forefront in the struggle for ensuring independence of judiciary and rule of law in the country. In a tweet on Saturday, Dr. Firdous Ashiq Awan said PML-N respects institutions and law on the basis of requirement. The...

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PM Khan, Saudi Crown Prince discuss matters of mutual interests

Prime Minister Imran Khan had a bilateral meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman on the sidelines of the 14th Islamic Summit in Makkah al-Makarrmah. The two leaders took stock of the current state of bilateral political, economic and trade relations. They agreed to expedite decisions taken during the visit of...

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Palestinian cause represents a core issue for Saudi Arabia: Saudi King

Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud says the Palestinian cause represents a core issue for Saudi Arabia. In his speech, during the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation summit in Mecca, Saudi King said the kingdom would refuse measures that touch the historical and legal position of East Jerusalem. from Latest News...

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labeling political struggle of Muslims as terrorism is not justified: PM Khan

Prime Minister Imran Khan says resolution of Kashmir issue according to the UN resolution is inevitable. Addressing the 14th OIC Summit in Makkahtul Mukarrammah early this morning, Prime Minister Imran Khan said Kashmiri people are making political struggle for freedom and they must be given their right to self-determination. He ...

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President Alvi grants special remission in sentences of prisoners on Eid-ul-Fitr

President Dr. Arif Alvi has granted special remission in sentences of the prisoners on the auspicious occasion of Eid ul Fitr 2019. The special remission has been granted subject to the nature of the crime. It does not apply to those convicted for murder, espionage, anti-state activities, sectarianism, adultery, robbery,...

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Chairman FBR terms tax system ‘highly dangerous’ in letter to PM Imran

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) chairman Syed Shabbar Zaidi has termed the country’s tax system highly dangerous for the economy. He wrote a letter to Prime Minister Imran Khan drawing his attention to the faltering system of taxation. Painting a grim picture of the current tax collection system, Zaidi said it is not sustainable...

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Ideology of Nawaz Sharif Can’t Be Kept In Bars: Maryam Nawaz

The vice president of PML-N Maryam Nawaz vowed on Friday that Nawaz Sharif could be put in jail but his ideology can’t be kept behind the bars. In her message on micro-blogging website Twitter, She said that the ideology of Nawaz Sharif is rule of law and constitution and rule of people and their votes. “Such ideology can’t...

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First Trailer for Nanfu Wang's Latest Documentary 'One Child Nation'

"The fraud and corruption I discovered was nationwide." Amazon Studios has debuted the first trailer for documentary One Child Nation, the latest from Chinese filmmaker Nanfu Wang of the films Hooligan Sparrow and I Am Another You previously. This premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, and also played at...

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Review: Dougherty's 'Godzilla: King of the Monsters' Vies for Supremacy

In the aftermath of World War II, Japan's Toho Co., Ltd. assembled a team of filmmakers – co-writer and director Ishirō Honda, producer Tomoyuki Tanaka, co-writer Takeo Murata, and special effects director Eiji Tsuburaya – to create a new kind of movie monster. Originally conceived as a walking metaphor for nuclear annihilation,...

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First Trailer for Nick Corirossi's Softcore Horror Comedy 'Deep Murder'

"We need to find him before he finds us…" "Sounds like something a murderer would say." Screen Media has debuted an official trailer for an awkward indie horror comedy titled Deep Murder, a wacky new spoof combining soft core porn cheesiness and a horror who-dun-it mystery. The film is the feature directorial debut of "Funny...

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Pm Imran, Egyptian President discuss issues of mutual interest

Prime Minister Imran Khan held a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in Makkah. They discussed matters of mutual interest as well as issues of regional and international significance. Both the leaders also deliberated in length on issues relating to Muslim Ummah and agreed to increase comprehensive cooperation...

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Official Trailer for 'Mike Wallace Is Here' Doc Film About the Newsman

"If you've got a hell of a story on your hands… go after it!" Magnolia Pictures has debuted an official trailer for a documentary titled Mike Wallace Is Here, the latest from filmmaker Avi Belkin (Winding). This premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and stopped by True/False, Sarasota, Montclair, and a few other festivals...

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World Cup 2019: West Indies outshines Pakistan by eight wickets

Pakistan’s scored 105 runs against West Indies in its World Cup opener at the Trent bridge on Friday,that has been chased by opponents easily in lost of only two wickets. The Sarfraz men played only 21.4 overs of the innings as Jason Holder picked three wickets, Andre Russel took two and Sheldon Cottrell bagged one wicket....

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Opposition stage protest against Ali Muhammad’s diatribe

The National Assembly’s session on Friday was adjourned after members of the opposition staged a protest against Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Ali Muhammad Khan’s diatribe against MNAs Mohsin Dawar and Ali Wazir. Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan Suri announced the adjournment as parliamentarians from both sides came...

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The Ruet': Fawad Chaudhry announces launch of moonsighting mobile app

Following the launch of Pakistan's first official moonsighting website, Federal Minister for Science and Technology Fawad Chaudhry on Thursday announced the availability of a mobile application which displays the various phases of, and other real-time information about, the moon. The app, named 'The Ruet', is available on...

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Britain may not have made final decision on Huawei and 5G

Britain may not have made a final decision on allowing China’s Huawei a restricted role in building parts of its 5G network, US President Donald Trump’s national security adviser John Bolton said on Thursday. The Trump administration, which has sanctioned Huawei and tried to block it buying US goods, has told allies not to...

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French envoy Marc Barety lauds Pak Navy's role in maintaining peace

French Ambassador to Pakistan Marc Barety called on Naval Chief Admiral Zafar Mahmood Abbasi in Islamabad on Friday. According to spokesperson for Pakistan Navy, matters of mutual interest were discussed in the meeting. The Naval Chief highlighted Pakistan Navy's role in maritime security of the region. He apprised the dignitary...

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CWC 19: Pakistan all out at 105

Pakistan got off to a disappointing start of their Cricket World Cup 2019 campaign, losing all 10 of their wickets before the end of the 22nd over and putting just 105 runs on the scoreboard at high-scoring Trent Bridge, Nottingham on Friday. The green shirts lost their fourth wicket at start of the 14th over, when Babar...

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Senate Approves Resolution Condemning References Against Judges

The ruling party once again failed in its attempt to pass two bills from the upper house of the parliament as opposition ruckus marred the Senate Session. A session of the Senate was held here in Islamabad which presided by Chairman Senate. As the session started, the opposition passed the ruling party proposed two bills before the house for approval....

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Govt expedites implementation of NAP on terrorism: Shehryar Afridi

Minister of State for States and Frontier Regions Shehryar Afridi has said present government has expedited implementation of the National Action Plan (NAP) on terrorism. Speaking in the National Assembly during question hour on Friday, he said that expert teams have been constituted to achieve progress on the NAP. He said...

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First Teaser for Pixar's Next Movie 'Onward' Directed by Dan Scanlon

"We're going on a grand and glorious quest!" Disney has debuted the teaser trailer for Pixar's Onward, their next original project that's both written and directed by Dan Scanlon (of Monsters University before this). This new Pixar movie (following Toy Story 4 this summer), out in theaters March of 2020, is set in a "suburban...

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World No Tobacco Day being observed today

World No Tobacco Day is being observed on Friday (May 31). The day aims to raise awareness on the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure, and to discourage the use of tobacco in any form. The focus of World No Tobacco Day 2019 is on "tobacco and lung health." The campaign will increase awareness...

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Jumatul Wida, Youm al-Quds is being observed countrywide

Jumatul Wida and Youm al-Quds is being observed countrywide on Friday (today) amid foolproof security measures. The authorities have made special security arrangements to ensure safety of people offering prayers at mosques and Imam bargahs. Last Friday of Ramazan is also observed as Youm al-Quds (Al-Quds Day) in Pakistan...

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PM Khan represents Pakistan at 14th OIC Summit today

Prime Minister Imran Khan will represent Pakistan at the 14th Summit of Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) being held in Makkah on Friday (today). The conference titled ‘Makkah Summit: Together for the Future’ is being hosted by Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The conference aims to unite Muslim countries...

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Maryam's inappropriate tone about PM shows her growing frustration: Dr Firdous

Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information Firdous Ashiq Awan says PML-N leader Maryam Safdar's inappropriate tone about Prime Minister Imran Khan shows her growing frustration. In a tweet, Doctor Firdous Ashiq Awan said Maryam Safdar is scared that success of Imran Khan will bring benefits to the country and losses...

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No one is above the law: DG ISPR

Director General (DG) Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Major General Asif Ghafoor has said that an effective and strict accountability process exist in armed forces which is evident from sentences awarded by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. Major Gen Ghafoor said sentences awarded to three including...

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Pakistan, China agree that arms control, non-proliferation issues to be addressed through dialogue

Pakistan and China have agreed that arms control, non-proliferation and disarmament issues should be addressed through dialogue and diplomacy. As per details, the understanding was expressed during 6th Round of Pakistan-China Bilateral Consultations on Arms Control and Non-Proliferation in Islamabad. Both sides stressed the...

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Full US Trailer for Carlos Reygadas' Soul-Searching Drama 'Our Time'

"This is the best place on Earth, Juan." Cinetic has debuted the official US trailer for the film Our Time, also known as Nuestro Tiempo, the latest from acclaimed Mexican filmmaker Carlos Reygadas (Silent Light, Post Tenebras Lux). This initially premiered at the prestigious Venice and Toronto Film Festivals last year to...

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New Trailer for Uncut Edition of 90s Cult Classic 'Tammy & The T-Rex'

"Everybody walk the dinosaur." Chicago's Music Box Theatre has debuted an official trailer for the special "Gore-Cut" version of the 90s cult classic direct-to-video comedy Tammy & The T-Rex. Made only a year after Jurassic Park broke records in 1993, this film arrived in late 1994 and earned a cult following. It stars...

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Official Trailer for Urgent Porpoise Rescue Documentary 'Sea of Shadows'

"There's some really bad guys here." National Geographic has unveiled an official trailer for the acclaimed, award-winning documentary Sea of Shadows, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. It won the Audience Award in the World Doc Competition category there, received some rave reviews, and also...

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Michael Roark Fights to Heal & Race in 'Bennett's War' Official Trailer

"Going wheel to wheel is not smart for someone in your condition." Forrest Films has debuted an official trailer for an indie injured war veteran meets racing sports drama titled Bennett's War, the latest from filmmaker Alex Ranarivelo (Running Wild, Pray for Rain, Dirt, Ride). The film is about a young soldier in the Army...

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TV drama Cheekh is going south and only decent acting is propping it up

Someone please explain to me why Pakistani writers love to drag a story until they lose the purpose of said story? Why is the overdose of depression and tragedy so necessary? Cheekh, a drama started out with a pretty sound script wanting to make a difference and wanting to give women a voice – yet somewhere after episode...

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England start 2019 World Cup campaign with 104-run win over South Africa

England inflicted a heavy 104-run defeat over South Africa on Thursday in the opening match of the 2019 World Cup at Kennington Oval in London. Chasing a 308-run target, South Africa were dealt an early blow when opener Hashim Amla had to retire hurt after copping a Jofra Archer bouncer. Quinton de Kock (68) top scored for...

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Govt committed to improve living standard of underprivileged segment of society

Special Assistant on Information and Broadcasting Firdous Ashiq Awan said bringing back 320 stranded Pakistanis from Malaysia through a special flight is a valuable gift from Prime Minister Imran Khan to the people. She said the government is committed to improve the living standard of underprivileged segment of the society. Adviser...

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Watch: Three Adorable 'Baymax and Mochi' Short Films from Disney

Playtime with Baymax and Mochi. To promote the launch of their new animated TV series based on Big Hero 6, Disney has been making short films featuring the lovable robot Baymax and the rascal kitty Mochi, owned by Hiro Hamada. You haven't all forgotten about Big Hero 6, have you? One of Disney's big animated movies, originally...

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Army Chief signs death warrants for retired brigadier and civil officer

Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has endorsed punishment to two army and one civil officers on the charges of espionage/leakage of sensitive information to foreign agencies prejudice to the national security. According to ISPR, the officers were tried under Pakistan Army Act and Official Secret Act by separate Field General...

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One Last Fight - First Teaser Trailer for Stallone's 'Rambo: Last Blood'

"I've lived in a world of death… I've watched people I loved die…" Don't mess with Rambo! Lionsgate has debuted a teaser trailer for action sequel Rambo: Last Blood, otherwise known as Rambo V - the fifth and final movie in the Rambo action series that first began in 1982 (with First Blood). Sylvester Stallone once again returns...

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First Trailer for 'The Kitchen' in NYC with Moss, McCarthy, Haddish

"Just to be clear - now we run this neighborhood." Warner Bros has revealed the first official trailer for the NYC crime thriller The Kitchen, marking the directorial debut of Oscar nominated screenwriter Andrea Berloff (Straight Outta Compton, Blood Father). The movie stars Elisabeth Moss, Melissa McCarthy, and Tiffany Haddish...

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Canada's Trudeau, U.S. VP Pence meet to talk trade, China and Venezuela

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence is flying to Ottawa on Thursday to talk to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau about ratification of the new North American trade agreement and the two countries’ dispute with China. It will be the first official visit by a senior member of President Donald Trump’s administration to Canada’s...

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Jordan king meets Kushner, urges formation of Palestinian state with E al-Quds as capital

Jordan’s King Abdullah II has called for the formation of an independent Palestinian state along the 1967 boundaries with East Jerusalem al-Quds as its capital, in what appears to be at odds with Washington’s upcoming proposal on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He made the remarks in a meeting with a US delegation headed...

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Negotiation with US ‘total loss’: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has ruled out the possibility of talks between Tehran and Washington, saying such negotiations will be “fruitless”, “harmful”, and “a total loss”. “The Islamic Republic of Iran will absolutely not sit for talks with America … because first, it bears no fruit and...

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Israel heads towards 2nd snap election this year as Netanyahu fails to form govt

Israel's parliament voted to dissolve itself early Thursday, sending the country to an unprecedented second snap election this year as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu failed to form a governing coalition before a midnight deadline. The dramatic vote, less than two months after parliamentary elections, marked a setback for...

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Mohammad Amir fit for World Cup debut: Sarfaraz

Pace spearhead Mohammad Amir is fit and available for selection for Pakistan's opening World Cup match against the West Indies on Friday, captain Sarfaraz Ahmed said. There was speculation that the 27-year-old, who missed the last four matches of the one-day international series against England earlier this month, might not...

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