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Allied against terrorism

Allied against terrorism    Pakistan Observer A failed state that evokes skepticism    Free Press Journal Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2BlBWP8

War Criminal Dies After Drinking 'Poison' in Court

Croatian state TV reported Wednesday that a convicted Croat war criminal has died after swallowing what he said was poison seconds after a United Nations judge confirmed his 20-year sentence from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2kaoytO via IFTTT

Missing Teen Girl Might Have Had 'Blossoming' Relationship With Soccer Coach, Police Say

A 17-year-old Florida girl and her soccer coach have both been missing for days from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2jwaJlI via IFTTT

Bail cancellation case: IHC summons Capt (retd) Safdar on Dec 14

Bail cancellation case: IHC summons Capt (retd) Safdar on Dec 14    Geo News, Pakistan LHC merges contempt of court petitions against Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz    DunyaNews Pakistan Nawaz influenced Hudaibiya case appeal, SC told    Daily Times reference - The Nation    The Nation IHC expresses reservations over agreement between government, protesters    Geo News, Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i0tDRk

Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) to be celebrated tomorrow

Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) to be celebrated tomorrow    DunyaNews Pakistan Religious zeal: Eid Miladun Nabi preparations gain momentum    The Express Tribune Pakistanis attacked for celebrating Eid Milad-un-Nabi in Greece    Business Recorder A prayer for migrants    The Nation Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i2bGl9

Ex-Qatari premier holds separate meetings with Sharifs

Ex-Qatari premier holds separate meetings with Sharifs    Daily Times Sheikh Hamad meets Nawaz, Shahbaz; Offers investments    Pakistan Observer Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i0tBca

The Far-Right Group Trump Amplified On Twitter Has A History Of Open Anti-Muslim Hate

Britain First is a far-right, anti-immigrant political party in the U.K. The fringe group is known for spreading hoaxes about Islam, conducting aggressive “mosque invasions” of Muslim worship spaces and campaigning for an outright ban on Islam in their country. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2BxDfLK via IFTTT

David Duke celebrates Trump's sharing Britain First anti-Muslim video

Former Ku Klux Klan leader David Duke praised President Trump on Wednesday after he retweeted a series of anti-Muslim videos, saying "Thank God for Trump!" from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2BmQyxK via IFTTT

Turkish Gold Dealer Pleads Guilty in Politically Explosive Sanctions Trial

Reza Zarrab may reveal a sprawling bribery scheme touching the highest levels of the Turkish government. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2zyqteL via IFTTT

Trump says 'we will handle' North Korea after launch

“We will take care of that situation,” President Trump told reporters, after meeting with Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Speaker Paul Ryan. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2iitOv8 via IFTTT

Saudi prince freed in $1 billion settlement agreement: official

Senior Saudi Prince Miteb bin Abdullah, once seen as a leading contender to the throne, was freed after reaching an "acceptable settlement agreement" with authorities paying more than $1 billion, a Saudi official said on Wednesday. The official, who is involved in the anti-corruption campaign, said Prince Miteb was released on Tuesday after reaching "an acceptable settlement agreement". "The amount of the settlement was not disclosed but it is believed to be more than one billion US dollar equivalent," the official said. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2j2a1gi via IFTTT

PM Abbasi rejects US accusations of safe havens in Pakistan

PM Abbasi rejects US accusations of safe havens in Pakistan    Geo News, Pakistan Pakistan rejects US complaints that it provides sanctuary to militants    The Express Tribune Pakistan rejects US accusations about safe havens    The News International Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2BxMGLf

Pakistanis attacked for celebrating Eid Milad-un-Nabi in Greece

Pakistanis attacked for celebrating Eid Milad-un-Nabi in Greece    Business Recorder Religious zeal: Eid Miladun Nabi preparations gain momentum    The Express Tribune Punjab govt to celebrate Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH) with full religious fervour: CM    Daily Times Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2Bwd20a

Peshawar University students' protest continues on third day

Peshawar University students' protest continues on third day    DunyaNews Pakistan UoP students carry on protest for third day    Pakistan Today Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2kbCfbU'-protest-continues-on-third-day

The Birther's Back: Trump Reportedly Reignites Racist Lie About Obama

President Donald Trump is reportedly reviving the racist “birther” conspiracy theory, which claims that President Barack Obama wasn’t born in the United States. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2juf74J via IFTTT

Roy Moore Backers Say George Soros Is Paying Women To Lie About Him

― Two weeks before Alabama’s Senate election, some of Roy Moore’s supporters say they are giving him a pass on the allegations of sexual misconduct against him because they think his female accusers are lying and being paid by billionaire Democratic donor George Soros. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2zNzeWn via IFTTT

Gold trader tells US court: I paid ex-Turk minister over Iran deals

A Turkish-Iranian gold trader paid millions of dollars in bribes to Ankara's former economy minister to facilitate illegal gold transactions with sanctions-hit Iran, the trader testified on Wednesday. Reza Zarrab had been due to go on trial Tuesday in Manhattan federal court, but the prosecution made clear that Zarrab was, instead, their star witness. The lone man in the dock is now Turkish banker Mehmet Hakan Atilla, accused of violating sanctions against Iran, bribery and money laundering. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2k99PQ2 via IFTTT

U.S. general sees no change in Pakistan behavior despite Trump tough line

By Idrees Ali WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The top U.S. general in Afghanistan said on Tuesday that he had not seen a change in Pakistan's support for militants so far, despite President Donald Trump taking a tougher line against Islamabad. U.S. officials have long been frustrated by what they see as Pakistan’s reluctance to act against groups such as the Afghan Taliban and the Haqqani network that they believe exploit safe haven on Pakistani soil to launch attacks on neighboring Afghanistan. In August, Trump outlined a new strategy for the war in Afghanistan, chastising Pakistan over its alleged support for Afghan militants. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/C8tiqh via IFTTT

Matt Lauer Is Focused on Family After Being Fired, Source Says

Matt Lauer is putting his attention on his family after he was terminated from NBC over allegations of “inappropriate sexual behavior in the workplace” from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2AfHOMv via IFTTT

Trump's attacks on CNN helped their revenues far more than his praise helped Fox News, new figures suggest

Donald Trump’s favourite channel Fox News has experienced a year-on-year drop in advertising revenue, while CNN and The New York Times continue to grow despite the President attacking them as “fake news” and “failing”. Despite the President constantly tweeting his love of Fox News, the right-wing, unashamedly pro-Trump network suffered a 2 per cent drop in advertising revenue for the third quarter of 2017 compared to the same period last year, analysts Standard Media Index (SMI) have revealed. By contrast, CNN – repeatedly branded “fake news” by Mr Trump – saw its third quarter ad revenues grow by 9 per cent year-on-year. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2AJHYgf via IFTTT

Teaching Activities for: ‘Lurking in Toilets, Swimming the Streets: Snakes of Bangkok Move In’

By CAROLINE CROSSON GILPIN from NYT The Learning Network http://ift.tt/2ApVyF1

Parties lethargic to comply with new election laws

Parties lethargic to comply with new election laws    The Express Tribune IHC suspends clauses 202, 204 of Election Act 2017    DunyaNews Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2jxNzLv

UoP students carry on protest for third day

UoP students carry on protest for third day    Pakistan Today Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2k920d3

SC is the custodian of minority rights, says CJP

SC is the custodian of minority rights, says CJP    The Express Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2jyPu2C

PSO suspends oil supply to PIA due to non payment

PSO suspends oil supply to PIA due to non payment    The Nation PSO Suspended PIA's Fuel Supply Over Non-Payment of Dues    RS-Tech (press release) (blog) Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2kbAcVg

Threat From North Korea No Longer Hypothetical, Arms Experts Warn

Global arms experts say North Korea’s latest test of a ballistic missile was an expected but troubling development that further solidifies Kim Jong Un’s role as a nuclear-backed strongman. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2zzGfWB via IFTTT

NBC’s Mitchell: We will be reporting on ‘time of reckoning…vigorously’

In the wake of Matt Lauer’s dismissal from NBC News following a complaint of of inappropriate sexual behavior, Andrea Mitchell says NBC news and Msnbc will be “reporting on it vigorously according to the highest standards.” from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2zPVI9d via IFTTT

Don Lemon On Trump: 'Every Single Day, I'm At A Loss For Words'

CNN’s Don Lemon could not hide his sheer bewilderment Tuesday night as he reported that President Donald Trump has still been privately questioning the authenticity of former President Barack Obama’s birth certificate. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2j1HS9r via IFTTT

Suspected serial killer arrested in McDonald’s over Florida murders

A suspected serial killer was arrested in Florida after one of his McDonalds co-workers found a loaded gun in one of his food bags. Howell Donaldson III, 24,will be charged with four counts of first degree murder in relation to fatal shootings in the Seminole Heights region of Tampa, said the city's Police chief Brian Dugan. Mr Donaldson III's arrest affadavit said one of his co-workers at the fast food restaurant had called them after he handed them a food bag with a loaded .40 caliber Glock firearm inside. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2ndCiFy via IFTTT

Japan detects radio signals pointing to possible North Korea missile test: source

TOKYO/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Japan has detected radio signals suggesting North Korea may be preparing another ballistic missile launch, although such signals are not unusual and satellite images did not show fresh activity, a Japanese government source said on Tuesday. After firing missiles at a pace of about two or three a month since April, North Korean missile launches paused in September, after it fired a rocket that passed over Japan’s northern Hokkaido island. Japan's Kyodo news agency reported late on Monday that the Japanese government was on alert after catching such radio signals, suggesting a launch could come in a few days. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2Acc22Z via IFTTT

ECP adjourns hearing of petitions challenging Nawaz's PML-N presidency for indefinite period

ECP adjourns hearing of petitions challenging Nawaz's PML-N presidency for indefinite period    Pakistan Today Nawaz wants action over sit-in debacle, govt doesn't    The Express Tribune ECP adjourns petitions against Nawaz's PML-N presidency for indefinite period    DAWN.com Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2Am3Zyw

LHC declares contempt petition against Nawaz Sharif admissible

LHC declares contempt petition against Nawaz Sharif admissible    Pakistan Today LHC merges contempt of court petitions against Nawaz Sharif, Maryam Nawaz    DunyaNews Pakistan Nawaz influenced Hudaibiya case appeal, SC told    Daily Times reference - The Nation    The Nation IHC expresses reservations over agreement between government, protesters    Geo News, Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2AoXFc3

NAB to focus on the 'big fish'

NAB to focus on the 'big fish'    The Express Tribune NAB chief returns money to 175 people affected by fake housing schemes    DAWN.com Fight against corruption tantamount to jihad: NAB chief    Daily Times Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2Aoxa6I

Khairpur: Three killed in firing incident during Eid Miladun Nabi procession

Khairpur: Three killed in firing incident during Eid Miladun Nabi procession    Daily Pakistan Preparation for celebrating Eid Milad in full swing    Business Recorder Four killed,10 injured in clash between groups in Khairpur    The Express Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2AkYoss

PFA launches drive as deadline ends for micro-nutrient sample check

PFA launches drive as deadline ends for micro-nutrient sample check    The Express Tribune PFA swoops on food adulterators    The Nation Salt processors asked to complete reform process    Business Recorder Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2ApUelB

Trump attacks UK's May after criticism of anti-Muslim videos

Trump attacks UK's May after criticism of anti-Muslim videos    Pakistan Today British, Dutch censure Trump for reckless racist re-tweets    The Sydney Morning Herald Trump attacks May, defends Britain First tweets    Aljazeera.com 'Thank God for Trump': Former KKK leader David Duke praises the president for sharing anti-Muslim videos    Daily Mail You don't have to be a Muslim to be horrified by Trump's anti-Muslim bigotry | Opinion    NJ.com Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2An9aRj

Joining forces: Chinese want cooperation with PU

Joining forces: Chinese want cooperation with PU    The Express Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2Am3NiM

The Far-Right Group Trump Amplified On Twitter Has A History Of Open Anti-Muslim Hate

Britain First is a far-right, anti-immigrant political party in the U.K. The fringe group is known for spreading hoaxes about Islam, conducting aggressive “mosque invasions” of Muslim worship spaces and campaigning for an outright ban on Islam in their country. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2BxDfLK via IFTTT

Turkish Gold Dealer Pleads Guilty in Politically Explosive Sanctions Trial

Reza Zarrab may reveal a sprawling bribery scheme touching the highest levels of the Turkish government. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2zyqteL via IFTTT

Trump's attacks on CNN helped their revenues far more than his praise helped Fox News, new figures suggest

Donald Trump’s favourite channel Fox News has experienced a year-on-year drop in advertising revenue, while CNN and The New York Times continue to grow despite the President attacking them as “fake news” and “failing”. Despite the President constantly tweeting his love of Fox News, the right-wing, unashamedly pro-Trump network suffered a 2 per cent drop in advertising revenue for the third quarter of 2017 compared to the same period last year, analysts Standard Media Index (SMI) have revealed. By contrast, CNN – repeatedly branded “fake news” by Mr Trump – saw its third quarter ad revenues grow by 9 per cent year-on-year. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines http://ift.tt/2AJHYgf via IFTTT

The Tale of My Life (or Yours)

By VICTORIA GOMELSKY from NYT Fashion & Style http://ift.tt/2Aoww9g

Govt made amendment to please foreign lobby: Imran Khan

Govt made amendment to please foreign lobby: Imran Khan    The Express Tribune From Faizabad to the new year    The Nation Govt should thank Pakistan Army for defusing tension in capital: Imran Khan    Daily Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i2HDtG

Supreme Court vows to ensure protection of minorities' rights

Supreme Court vows to ensure protection of minorities' rights    Geo News, Pakistan SC protects minority rights, says CJP in Katas Raj case    Pakistan Today SC is the custodian of minority rights, says CJP    The Express Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2AJz6Hu

IHC suspends ECP notice on Article 202 of Election Act 2017

IHC suspends ECP notice on Article 202 of Election Act 2017    DAWN.com Parties lethargic to comply with new election laws    The Express Tribune IHC suspends clauses 202, 204 of Election Act 2017    DunyaNews Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i2LR4o

Punjab govt to celebrate Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH) with full religious fervour: CM

Punjab govt to celebrate Eid Miladun Nabi (PBUH) with full religious fervour: CM    Daily Times Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) to be celebrated on Friday    SAMAA TV News Pakistan Four killed,10 injured in clash between groups in Khairpur    The Express Tribune Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2jySKLd

Nelson Mandela's grandson arrives in Lahore with non-political motives

Nelson Mandela's grandson arrives in Lahore with non-political motives    Daily Pakistan Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2i1mSib

ADB approves $140m to improve roads in KP

ADB approves $140m to improve roads in KP    Pakistan Observer ADB approves $140m loan to rehabilitate K-P's road network    The Express Tribune ADB approves $140 million in loan for KP roadways    The News International Full coverage from More Top Stories - Google News http://ift.tt/2jydxPf