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Classic literature is enjoying a new surge in demand – not for its words, but for the soaring value of rare first editions. Pawnbrokers across the UK say they are seeing a dramatic rise in people cashing in on their bookshelves, with mint-condition copies of Harry Potter, Enid Blyton and even Fyodor Dostoevsky works becoming hot commodities. James Constantinou, owner …

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has unveiled a Casual Playing Agreement, a groundbreaking contract model designed to help the Black Caps retain their biggest stars while accommodating the booming demand of franchise cricket worldwide. The arrangement allows players to feature regularly in global leagues but ensures their commitment to New Zealand for high-profile series and major ICC events, including the 2026 …

On Wednesday, Lieutenant General He Lei, the former vice-president of the People’s Liberation Army Academy of Military Sciences, told Phoenix Television that there was “no explicit distinction” about whether mainland China’s advanced weaponry was aimed at Taiwan. Speaking on the sidelines of the Xiangshan military forum in Beijing, he added: “We do not wish to possess weapons for attacking Taiwan. …

شاہ رخ خان کے بیٹے، آریان خان اپنے ڈیبیو شو ’دی بیڈز آف بالی ووڈ‘ کے ذریعے شوبز کی دنیا میں قدم رکھنے کے لیے تیار ہیں ۔ بدھ کی شب ممبئی میں شو کی پریمیئر کے لیے بالی ووڈ کے بڑے ستارے جمع ہوئے۔ شاہ رخ خان اپنی بیوی گوری اور بچوں سہانا و ابرام کے ہمراہ بیٹے آریان …

Hollywood blasted the White House for targeting free speech after ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel’s show on Wednesday under regulatory threats from President Donald Trump’s administration, rallying behind the late-night comic after his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Walt Disney-owned broadcaster said it was yanking Jimmy Kimmel Live indefinitely after at least one affiliate said it …

سعودی وزیرِ دفاع خالد بن سلمان نے پاکستان اور سعودی عرب کے درمیان دفاعی معاہدہ طے ہونے کے بعد ایک اہم بیان جاری کیا ہے۔ سعودی وزیرِ دفاع نے سوشل میڈیا پلیٹ فارم ایکس (سابقہ ٹوئٹر) پر اپنے بیان میں کہا ہے کہ سعودی عرب اور پاکستان ہمیشہ کے لیے کسی بھی جارح کے خلاف متحد رہیں گے۔ انہوں نے …

A week after Israel bombed Qatar, Saudi Arabia has signed a mutual defence pact with Pakistan in what analysts say will be an extension of Islamabad’s nuclear umbrella over the Gulf kingdom and is a clear signal to the United States for failing to intercept Israeli missiles during the attack. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister …

The Asia Cup 2025 faced an unexpected controversy on Wednesday when Pakistan’s clash with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Dubai was delayed by an hour. PCB’s protest over Andy Pycroft causes match delay against UAE The delay stemmed from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)’s protest against the appointment of match referee Andy Pycroft, who had been at the center …

پاکستان کرکٹ بورڈ (پی سی بی) کے ایشیا کپ سے دستبرداری کی صورت میں پاکستان کو بڑا مالی نقصان پہنچ سکتا تھا۔ بھارتی میڈیا کی رپورٹ مطابق ایشیا کپ سے دستبرداری کے فیصلے پر پاکستان کو ساڑھے 3 سے ساڑھے 4 ارب تک کا مالی نقصان پہنچ سکتا تھا۔ ایشیا کپ کے بائیکاٹ کی صورت میں نشریاتی معاہدوں اور اسپانسرشپس …

The West Indies have unveiled a new-look squad for their upcoming three-match T20I series against Nepal in Sharjah, with left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein handed the captaincy. The series, starting on September 27, will mark the first time Hosein leads the senior men’s side across formats. Fresh faces headline West Indies’ squad The 15-member squad carries a strong mix of youth …

پاکستان کے انتہائی کم عمر مگر نہایت مقبول سوشل میڈیا اور ٹی وی اسٹار عمر شاہ کے چاچو نے اُن کے آخری لمحات کی تفصیلات شئیر کردیں۔ عمر شاہ کے انتقال کے بعد ان کے اہلخانہ اور قریبی رشتہ داروں کو شدید غم نے گھیر لیا ہے۔ حال ہی میں اُن کے چاچو نے میڈیا سے گفتگو کرتے ہوئے اُن …

Barbados Royals defeated Guyana Amazon Warriors by three wickets in a thrilling final at Providence Stadium on September 17, 2025, claiming their third consecutive Women’s Caribbean Premier League title in dramatic fashion. The final showcased exactly why cricket remains the Caribbean’s most beloved sport as two powerhouse teams battled until the very last ball. Aaliyah Alleyne emerged as the undisputed hero …