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Print - 2018-10-15
Gwadar to become hub of economic activities: Sanjrani

Gwadar to become hub of economic activities: Sanjrani

Chairman Senate Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani has said that Gwadar would become a hub of trade and economic activities and investors must explore new avenues for investment as the environment is conducive and enormous vistas still remain unexplored.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
India destined to fail in held-Kashmir: Baloch

India destined to fail in held-Kashmir: Baloch

Secretary General, Jamaat-e-Islami, Liaqat Baloch, has said that India was destined to fail in held Kashmir and the Kashmiris would soon secure their right of self determination and independence. He was addressing the annual General Council of the JI Azad
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
AJK government may allocate Rs 10 billion for link roads: Haider

AJK government may allocate Rs 10 billion for link roads: Haider

AJK Prime Minister Raja Farooq Haider Khan Sunday said that his government was serving population of the state without any discrimination or political affiliations. He made these remarks while addressing public and corner meetings in Hajirah sector.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Imran was unaware of depth of economic crisis, says Shujaat

Imran was unaware of depth of economic crisis, says Shujaat

PML-Q President and former prime minister Ch Shujaat Hussain has said that prior to coming to power Imran Khan had no idea about how much previous government had worsened the economy. Talking to the media after casting his vote in Muslim Abad Polling Stat
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
HACPL celebrates 400,000-unit production milestone

HACPL celebrates 400,000-unit production milestone

Honda Atlas Cars (Pakistan) Limited (HACPL) celebrated the 400,000 units of cumulative automobile production at its factory in Manga Mandi, Lahore. At the ceremony, BR-V rolled off from the production line, commemorating the 400,000th unit produced. This
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PTI government will overcome all challenges, says CM

PTI government will overcome all challenges, says CM

Chief Minister Punjab Sardar Usman Buzdar has expressed the confidence that the PTI government will overcome the economic, social, external and internal challenges and fulfill all promises made to the nation under the leadership of Prime Minister Imran Kh
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Anti-measles campaign in tribal districts begins today

Anti-measles campaign in tribal districts begins today

Anti-measles campaign in Tribal Districts and Sub-divisions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is starting on Monday (today) under the supervision and security provided by Deputy Commissioners, District Health Officers and security forces. The 12-day anti-measles camp
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Aleem Khan vows to retrieve government land from 'mafias'

Aleem Khan vows to retrieve government land from 'mafias'

Punjab Senior Minister Abdul Aleem Khan has established Public Secretariat in Lahore which has started working as well and where any citizen can visit from 10.00 am to 04.00 pm to file written problem on which concerned department will have to respond imm
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PPP will resist any move to roll back 18th Amendment: Bilawal

PPP will resist any move to roll back 18th Amendment: Bilawal

Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has warned government that PPP will stoutly and resolutely resist any move to roll back the 18th Amendment or the NFC Award. He was addressing late Asma Jehangir conference at a local hotel here on Sunday. "Constitution
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
KMC MC orders issuance of fair-rent notices to shops

KMC MC orders issuance of fair-rent notices to shops

Municipal Commissioner Karachi Municipal Corporation (KMC) Dr. Saif-ur-Rehman has directed for immediate issuance of fair-rent notices to shopkeepers and managements of markets under the KMC's Estate department so that the KMC could recover rent for its s
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
July-September: MCC Quetta exceeds tax collection target by 42 percent

July-September: MCC Quetta exceeds tax collection target by 42 percent

The Model Customs Collectorate (MCC) Quetta exceeded its tax collection target for July-September by 42 per cent, comparing to the corresponding period of 2017-18. Collector MCC Quetta Ashraf Ali said Quetta Collectorate generated Rs.5.9 Billion during th
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Anti-measles drive begins today

Anti-measles drive begins today

Nationwide measles eradication drive is set to kicked off from today (Monday) and continue till October 27. Dr Yasmin Rashid, Minister for Health Punjab, has appealed parents, teachers, civil society and the Ulema to come forward and strengthen hands of t
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Prices of essential items continue to rise

Prices of essential items continue to rise

A considerable increase in prices of important kitchen items, like vegetable, pulses, chicken meat, eggs, flour was witnessed in retail market, said a survey conducted by Business Recorder here on Sunday. An upward trend in prices of chicken meat i
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
By-polls on one NA, nine PA seats held peaceful in KP

By-polls on one NA, nine PA seats held peaceful in KP

Polling for by-elections on one National Assembly seat (NA-35) and nine provincial assembly seats remained peaceful in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Polling commenced at 8am and continued till 5pm, with 59 candidates - including seven for one National Assembly seat
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Pashto Mushaira held in Landi Kotal

Pashto Mushaira held in Landi Kotal

To promote local art and culture, a Pashto Mushaira was held in Landi Kotal Press Club on Sunday. Scores of Pashto poets gathered at the literary gathering organized under the banner of Landi Kotal press club. Poets in their poetic pieces stressed the nee
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PM to address nation next week: NA speaker

PM to address nation next week: NA speaker

National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser on Sunday said Prime Minister Imran Khan will address the nation next week. Talking to media in Swabi where he cast his vote in the by-polls, Qaiser said, "PM Imran will address people next week, adding that the PTI g
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Eight-year-old boy hurt as Indian troops resort to firing at LoC

Eight-year-old boy hurt as Indian troops resort to firing at LoC

Indian troops on Sunday resorted to unprovoked firing in Chiri Kot sector along the Line of Control (LoC), injuring an eight-year old boy. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said, "Indian troops from posts on Line of Control in Chiri Kot sector op
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Seven injured in ship's fire at Gadani

Seven injured in ship's fire at Gadani

Seven labourers were burnt when fire broke out inside a non-operational ship parked at Gadani ship-breaking yard on Sunday. The area police told a news channel that condition of the three injured was critical. The injured were being taken to Karachi for m
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Business deals worth Rs 7 million to 8 million signed during TOSS Show

Business deals worth Rs 7 million to 8 million signed during TOSS Show

Business deals worth Rs 7 million to Rs 8 million have been signed besides the sale of vintages, guns and other accessories during the recently concluded Target & Outdoor Shooting Sports (TOSS)-Show 2018 held at Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Business deals worth Rs 7 million to 8 million signed during TOSS Show

Business deals worth Rs 7 million to 8 million signed during TOSS Show

Business deals worth Rs 7 million to Rs 8 million have been signed besides the sale of vintages, guns and other accessories during the recently concluded Target & Outdoor Shooting Sports (TOSS)-Show 2018 held at Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
World Bank to provide financial aid for KP's three hydel projects

World Bank to provide financial aid for KP's three hydel projects

World Bank has agreed to extend financial support in energy sector to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by constructing three hydropower projects in Upper Dir and Swat districts. The development will not only bring a heavy investment to KP, but also prove as prime sourc
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
World Bank to provide financial aid for KP's three hydel projects

World Bank to provide financial aid for KP's three hydel projects

World Bank has agreed to extend financial support in energy sector to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by constructing three hydropower projects in Upper Dir and Swat districts. The development will not only bring a heavy investment to KP, but also prove as prime sourc
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
KP budget today

KP budget today

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government will present budget for financial year 2018-19 in the provincial assembly today (Monday) on October 15. A special session of the provincial assembly has been convened for the purpose at 3:00pm. The provincial government w
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Osama Qureshi bags CEO of the year award

Osama Qureshi bags CEO of the year award

Congratulations to Usama Qureshi, CEO, Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf) Pakistan upon being awarded the CEO of the Year 2018 from Consumers Association of Pakistan (CAP). Qureshi has played an integral role in rebranding the corporate image of Hamdard Pakistan
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Sindh's water shortage issue raised with Irsa, CCI: CM

Sindh's water shortage issue raised with Irsa, CCI: CM

Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah said the provincial government has raised the issue of water shortage in province with Indus River System Authority and on the platform of Council of Common Interests (CCI). Talking to the media in Bubak village in
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PTI wins three NA seats from twin cities

PTI wins three NA seats from twin cities

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) won three National Assembly's seats from twin cities Rawalpindi and Islamabad, however, the turn over was recorded low as compared to general election 2018. The two main competing parties were Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Indian minister denies MeToo claims

Indian minister denies MeToo claims

India's junior foreign minister Sunday dismissed sexual harassment allegations made against him by several women, mostly journalists, and ducked calls for his resignation as the country's fledgling MeToo movement gathers pace.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Trump respects Fed's autonomy despite 'crazy' remark: Kudlow

Trump respects Fed's autonomy despite 'crazy' remark: Kudlow

White House economic adviser Larry Kudlow defended his boss Sunday, saying that Donald Trump respects the Federal Reserve Bank's autonomy despite last week's remark that the Fed had "gone crazy" raising interest rates. Kudlow, speaking on "Fox News Sunday
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
South African newspaper apologises for 'tainted' scoops

South African newspaper apologises for 'tainted' scoops

One of South Africa's leading newspapers admitted Sunday it had run "tainted" scoops during the presidency of Jacob Zuma which turned out to be largely false, but insisted it had been the victim of political manipulation. "We admit here today that somethi
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Iran arrests member of military over Ahvaz parade attack

Iran arrests member of military over Ahvaz parade attack

Iran has arrested a member of its military in connection with a gun attack on a military parade in the city of Ahvaz last month which killed 25 people, semi-official Fars News agency reported on Sunday. An Iranian ethnic Arab opposition movement called th
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Iran arrests member of military over Ahvaz parade attack

Iran arrests member of military over Ahvaz parade attack

Iran has arrested a member of its military in connection with a gun attack on a military parade in the city of Ahvaz last month which killed 25 people, semi-official Fars News agency reported on Sunday. An Iranian ethnic Arab opposition movement called th
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
US wants 'regime change' in Iran: Rouhani
Currency

US wants 'regime change' in Iran: Rouhani

The United States is seeking "regime change" in Iran, President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday, adding that the current US administration is the most hostile that the Islamic Republic has faced in its four decades. Tensions have increased between Iran and
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
US wants 'regime change' in Iran: Rouhani
Currency

US wants 'regime change' in Iran: Rouhani

The United States is seeking "regime change" in Iran, President Hassan Rouhani said on Sunday, adding that the current US administration is the most hostile that the Islamic Republic has faced in its four decades. Tensions have increased between Iran and
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
22 killed as truck carrying migrants crashes in Turkey

22 killed as truck carrying migrants crashes in Turkey

Twenty-two people, including children, were killed when a truck carrying migrants crashed in the western Turkish province of Izmir on Sunday, the state-owned Anadolu news agency reported. The mangled wreckage of the open-topped truck lay toppled over in a
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
18 Afghan soldiers killed in Taliban attacks

18 Afghan soldiers killed in Taliban attacks

At least 18 soldiers were killed in Taliban raids on two military posts in western Afghanistan, officials said Sunday, as militants step up attacks ahead of parliamentary elections.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
18 Afghan soldiers killed in Taliban attacks

18 Afghan soldiers killed in Taliban attacks

At least 18 soldiers were killed in Taliban raids on two military posts in western Afghanistan, officials said Sunday, as militants step up attacks ahead of parliamentary elections.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
'It's time to move on' ATHAR KHAN (KARACHI)

'It's time to move on' ATHAR KHAN (KARACHI)

This is apropos a Business Recorder editorial "It's time to move on" carried by the newspaper the other day. The newspaper appears to be quite sympathetic insofar as the handling of economic issues by the PTI government is concerned. It has argued,
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
When right is wrong

When right is wrong

Acts of outrage, anger, retaliation, reactivity, etc, constitute moods and behaviours normally associated with a violation of law, rights, values and principles. When people are treated unfairly, when injustice persists, when laws and principles are viola
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
All will be well!

All will be well!

Prime Minister Imran Khan in an attempt to calm the jitters subsequent to the erosion of the rupee by nearly 10 rupees in one day advised calm. Reforms including broadening the tax base, actions against money launderers, incentives to revive the closed te
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Sacking of a judge

Sacking of a judge

The removal by the President of senior puisne judge of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui, on the unanimous opinion of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), comes as no surprise. The ousted judge, better known for making provocativ
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Mega housing Initiative

Mega housing Initiative

Prime Minister Imran Khan while addressing the launching ceremony of Naya Pakistan Housing Programme (NPHP) committed to setting up a Housing Authority within 90 days that would act as a facilitator, by providing a one-window facility, to constructing the
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
KSA''s investment team arrives by October 18

KSA''s investment team arrives by October 18

An investment and business delegation led by senior government functionaries from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will visit Pakistan by October 18 to negotiate on investment opportunities in different sectors.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
KSA's investment team arrives by October 18

KSA's investment team arrives by October 18

An investment and business delegation led by senior government functionaries from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will visit Pakistan by October 18 to negotiate on investment opportunities in different sectors.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
KSA's investment team arrives by October 18

KSA's investment team arrives by October 18

An investment and business delegation led by senior government functionaries from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will visit Pakistan by October 18 to negotiate on investment opportunities in different sectors.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

A mini budget is a forgone conclusion given that the Finance Supplementary (Amendment) Bill 2018 does not go far enough either in raising revenue or reducing expenditure as required by the economy.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

A mini budget is a forgone conclusion given that the Finance Supplementary (Amendment) Bill 2018 does not go far enough either in raising revenue or reducing expenditure as required by the economy.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

Mini budget unlikely to bear fruit

A mini budget is a forgone conclusion given that the Finance Supplementary (Amendment) Bill 2018 does not go far enough either in raising revenue or reducing expenditure as required by the economy.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PM meets Businesspeople

PM meets Businesspeople

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday held a meeting with leading businessmen and economy experts to discuss current economic situation and growth of the economy. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Asad Umar, Adviser to PM Abdul Razzak Dawood, Hussai
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PM meets Businesspeople

PM meets Businesspeople

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday held a meeting with leading businessmen and economy experts to discuss current economic situation and growth of the economy. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Asad Umar, Adviser to PM Abdul Razzak Dawood, Hussai
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PM meets Businesspeople

PM meets Businesspeople

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday held a meeting with leading businessmen and economy experts to discuss current economic situation and growth of the economy. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Asad Umar, Adviser to PM Abdul Razzak Dawood, Hussai
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PM meets Businesspeople

PM meets Businesspeople

Prime Minister Imran Khan Sunday held a meeting with leading businessmen and economy experts to discuss current economic situation and growth of the economy. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Asad Umar, Adviser to PM Abdul Razzak Dawood, Hussai
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Futures spread down by 381bps

Futures spread down by 381bps

The futures spread declined by 381bps to 2.71 percent on the last day of the outgoing week.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Futures spread down by 381bps

Futures spread down by 381bps

The futures spread declined by 381bps to 2.71 percent on the last day of the outgoing week.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure during the outgoing week ended October 12, 2018 due to selling from both local and foreign investors. BRIndex100 lost 246.52 points on week-on-week basis to close at 3,935.45 points from last week''s close a
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure during the outgoing week ended October 12, 2018 due to selling from both local and foreign investors. BRIndex100 lost 246.52 points on week-on-week basis to close at 3,935.45 points from last week's close at
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Rollercoaster ride witnessed

Pakistan Stock Exchange remained under pressure during the outgoing week ended October 12, 2018 due to selling from both local and foreign investors. BRIndex100 lost 246.52 points on week-on-week basis to close at 3,935.45 points from last week's close at
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Trump says Mattis 'could be' leaving as US defence chief

Trump says Mattis 'could be' leaving as US defence chief

US President Donald Trump said in an interview airing Sunday that Defence Secretary Jim Mattis "could be" leaving, referring to him as "sort of a Democrat." Mattis, seen as one of the steadiest but also more independent members of Trump's cabinet, has ser
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Trump says Mattis 'could be' leaving as US defence chief

Trump says Mattis 'could be' leaving as US defence chief

US President Donald Trump said in an interview airing Sunday that Defence Secretary Jim Mattis "could be" leaving, referring to him as "sort of a Democrat." Mattis, seen as one of the steadiest but also more independent members of Trump's cabinet, has ser
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is likely to share details of tax evasion by the sugar industry with the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Tuesday (tomorrow), well informed sources told Business Recorder. Finance Minister, Asad
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is likely to share details of tax evasion by the sugar industry with the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Tuesday (tomorrow), well informed sources told Business Recorder. Finance Minister, Asad
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Tax evasion by sugar industry: FBR to share details with ECC tomorrow

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is likely to share details of tax evasion by the sugar industry with the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Tuesday (tomorrow), well informed sources told Business Recorder. Finance Minister, Asad
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Dar, others: Akbar to visit UK for pending extradition cases

Dar, others: Akbar to visit UK for pending extradition cases

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Accountability, Shahzad Akbar will leave for United Kingdom (UK) next week to pursue the pending cases of extradition from the Britain, including that of former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Dar, others: Akbar to visit UK for pending extradition cases

Dar, others: Akbar to visit UK for pending extradition cases

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Accountability, Shahzad Akbar will leave for United Kingdom (UK) next week to pursue the pending cases of extradition from the Britain, including that of former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Nawaz leaves polling station without casting vote

Nawaz leaves polling station without casting vote

Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif failed to cast his vote as the ousted premier did not carry his National Identity Card (NIC) when he arrived at the polling station, Aaj News reported. Nawaz Sharif, his daughter Maryam Nawaz and other family members inc
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Nawaz leaves polling station without casting vote

Nawaz leaves polling station without casting vote

Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif failed to cast his vote as the ousted premier did not carry his National Identity Card (NIC) when he arrived at the polling station, Aaj News reported. Nawaz Sharif, his daughter Maryam Nawaz and other family members inc
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
'Imran wave' subsides?

'Imran wave' subsides?

The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and rival Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) were neck and neck on 11 National Assembly seats, projecting to win four each in the bye-elections held on Sunday, according to the unofficial and unverified results.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
'Imran wave' subsides?

'Imran wave' subsides?

The ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and rival Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) were neck and neck on 11 National Assembly seats, projecting to win four each in the bye-elections held on Sunday, according to the unofficial and unverified results.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PTI, Communist Party of China sign MoU

PTI, Communist Party of China sign MoU

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) and Communist Party of China on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) here Sunday to further strengthen links between the two parties. The document was signed by PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mehmoud Qureshi and the he
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
PTI, Communist Party of China sign MoU

PTI, Communist Party of China sign MoU

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) and Communist Party of China on Sunday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) here Sunday to further strengthen links between the two parties. The document was signed by PTI Vice Chairman Shah Mehmoud Qureshi and the he
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
The Weather

The Weather

The weather report on Sunday (October 14, 2018) and the forecast for Monday (October 15, 2018).

Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Your rupee last week
Currency

Your rupee last week

Following currency fluctuations took place in foreign exchange rates during the last week. (October 8 to 12, 2018).

Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
German press hammer Loew after Dutch mauling

German press hammer Loew after Dutch mauling

The German press turned on Joachim Loew after the hammering by the Netherlands left the future of Germany's head coach in doubt with world champions France looming on Tuesday. "Not at the moment," Loew replied in the post match press conference when asked
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Djokovic wins Shanghai Masters

Djokovic wins Shanghai Masters

The "new" Novak Djokovic warned that he was gunning for Rafael Nadal's world number one ranking after winning the Shanghai Masters with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over Borna Coric on Sunday. The 14-time Grand Slam champion has been imperious all week and barely o
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Azhar admits pressure will be on Pakistan to beat Australia

Azhar admits pressure will be on Pakistan to beat Australia

Senior batsman Azhar Ali admitted Pakistan will be under pressure of expectations in the second Test against Australia starting in Abu Dhabi from Tuesday. Pakistan dominated much of the first Test in Dubai but failed to get the last two wickets as Austral
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Kenya down Ethiopia to edge towards Nations Cup spot

Kenya down Ethiopia to edge towards Nations Cup spot

Kenya beat Ethiopia 3-0 in their Africa Cup of Nations Cup Group F qualifier on Sunday to move closer to a place in next year's finals in Cameroon. The two countries drew 0-0 in Ethiopia last Wednesday, but Kenya took the initiative early on in Kasarani a
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Final South Africa-Zimbabwe T20 abandoned

Final South Africa-Zimbabwe T20 abandoned

Rain and a wet outfield caused the abandonment of the third and final Twenty20 international between South Africa and Zimbabwe at Willowmoore Park on Sunday. South Africa won the series 2-0 after winning an earlier one-day series 3-0.
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Thais dominate in first Pakistan golf tour for decade

Thais dominate in first Pakistan golf tour for decade

Jubilant Thai golfer Tirawat Kaewsiribandit soared to victory Sunday in the first international golf event to be held in Pakistan for over a decade. "It was difficult in the beginning but I believed that I could win," Kaewsiribandit told the media after w
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Schumacher Jnr lifts F3 title

Schumacher Jnr lifts F3 title

Mick Schumacher is tipped to carry the famous surname into Formula One as the newly-crowned European Formula Three champion finished the season with his 14th podium placing on Sunday. The 19-year-old son of stricken Formula One legend Michael Schumacher t
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Yastremska blitzes Wang to claim first title in Hong Kong

Yastremska blitzes Wang to claim first title in Hong Kong

Ukrainian teenager Dayana Yastremska said Sunday she was dreaming of a Grand Slam after she crushed Chinese number one Wang Qiang 6-2, 6-1 at the Hong Kong Open to claim her first ever title. The 18-year-old comprehensively outplayed the world number 24 t
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Australia's Hastings struggles with mystery lung condition

Australia's Hastings struggles with mystery lung condition

Australian international John Hastings said his cricket career could be over after struggling with a mystery illness that causes him to cough up blood whenever he bowls. The 32-year-old all-rounder, who has represented his country in all three formats of
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
India seal 2-0 West Indies series sweep

India seal 2-0 West Indies series sweep

Paceman Umesh Yadav claimed a match haul of 10 wickets to lead India to a series sweep against the West Indies with a win inside three days in the second Test on Sunday. The hosts chased down their 72-run target in just 16.1 overs in an extended final ses
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Chernobyl begins new life as solar power park

Chernobyl begins new life as solar power park

Ukraine launched Friday a park of photovoltaic panels at the former Chernobyl power plant as the country seeks to use solar power to give the scene of the world's worst nuclear disaster a new lease on life. The 1 million-euro ($1.2-million), one-megawatt
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
How European cities are battling diesel-polluted air

How European cities are battling diesel-polluted air

A Berlin court ruled Tuesday that older diesel cars must be banned from some major roads in the German capital. Here is how other major cities around Europe are looking to bring down harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) pollution. Hamburg: full steam ahead
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Cost of climate-linked disasters soars: UN

Cost of climate-linked disasters soars: UN

The economic cost of climate-related disasters hit $2.25 trillion over the last two decades, an increase of more than 150 percent compared to the previous 20 years, the UN said Wednesday. The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR) note
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
As world warms, 'half a degree' will worsen suffering

As world warms, 'half a degree' will worsen suffering

Many more people - besides the world's poorest - will face sweltering heatwaves, more extreme rainfall, shrinking harvests and worsening water shortages unless unprecedented efforts to slow climate change start now, scientists warned on Monday. Without st
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
World must slash meat consumption to save climate

World must slash meat consumption to save climate

The world must drastically reduce its meat consumption in order to avoid devastating climate change, scientists said Wednesday in the most thorough study so far on how what we eat affects the environment. As humanity grapples with tough choices to offset
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
Huawei unveils new AI chips amid Chinese technology ambitions

Huawei unveils new AI chips amid Chinese technology ambitions

China's Huawei Technologies Co Ltd, the world's largest telecom-equipment maker, unveiled an AI chip on Wednesday that will power its servers, in a push to boost its nascent cloud-computing business. China wants locally made chips inside 40 percent of all
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
AT&T to launch streaming service, latest to counter Netflix

AT&T to launch streaming service, latest to counter Netflix

AT&T's WarnerMedia said Wednesday it will launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service in late 2019, becoming the latest challenger to fast-growing operators such as Netflix and Amazon. The US telecom giant, which recently acquired media-entertainment co
Published 15 Oct, 2018 12:00am
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