Sky News: 2013

Thursday 20 June 2013

7 year old Pakistani boy Muhammad Uzair World Youngest Microsoft Certified Training Specialist (MCTS) 2013

At this time of political crisis here comes a moment of Pride for the nation!! An seven years old boy ‘Muhammad Uzair’ became the world’s youngest Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist
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Zambeel Dramatic Readings Presents Bazm e Suboohi at T2F

It is heartening to note that in the last decade or so the tradition of dramatised readings and the art of storytelling (dastaangoi) have been undergoing a revival of sorts. For an hour on Wednesday evening at T2F, Zambeel Dramatic Readings transported the audience into the world of Dilli and...-art of storytelling, art workshops, artistic tendencies, Ashraf Suboohi, Bazm e Suboohi, dastaangoi, Deewani Aapa penned, Dilli and Dilliwalas, Eastern Europe, pakart, pakistan, pakistani art, short background, sketches Sahab Alam, students, Syed Wali Ashraf, T2F gallery, workshops in t2f, Zambeel Dramatic Readings, Zambeel Dramatic Readings Presents Bazm e Suboohi, Zambeel Dramatic Readings Presents Bazm e Suboohi at T2F-Zambeel Dramatic Readings Presents Bazm e Suboohi at T2F

Wednesday 19 June 2013

B.Com Part i part-ii result 2012-2013 Annual Examination Regular Karachi University announced

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Art, artists and ‘Emerging Talents’ at VM Gallery karachi June 18, 2013 to July 18, 2013

* Even in today’s world, many cities of Pakistan do not have a single art gallery

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KARACHI: The VM Art Gallery annual event hosting artworks by fresh graduates from throughout the country titled ’11th Emerging Talent’ commenced on Tuesday.
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Wazir Khan Mosque Photography exhibition displayed at Nomad Art Gallery

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A brilliant exhibition of photographs of the Wazir Khan Mosque by Kulsoom Aftab, a graduate of Lahore’s National College of Arts, opens at Nomad Art Gallery today (Wednesday).

The Wazir Khan Mosque has been photographed by numerous photographers over the years, but Kulsoom has...--Wazir Khan Mosque Photography exhibition displayed at Nomad Art Gallery

Art exhibition was at Serena Hotel on Sunday African women by Egyptian artist Naira El-Tablawi

Art exhibition at Serena Hotel on Sunday: Shining through adversity Egyptian artist Naira El-Tablawi has painted portraits of African women in Egypt
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Art exhibition at the Alhamra Arts Gallery graduates form National College of Arts (NCA) in Rawalpindi

Art exhibition highlights different styles of young artists at the Alhamra Arts Gallery graduates form National College of Arts (NCA) in Rawalpindi

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Tuesday 18 June 2013

Mac Pro Apple is 'Doing Something Really Different' for the New Future of the pro desktop. coming later this year

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Major Update to Adobe Creative Cloud Now Available

We couldn’t be more pleased to announce that our new family of Creative Cloud desktop apps, and many of the powerful publishing and collaborative features that we announced at Adobe MAX in May, are now available. These include:

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Monday 17 June 2013

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'True Blood' Season 6 Premiere Recap: Kill Bill pictures and videos

After drinking the blood of the first vampire, a new Bill has hit the town running (and flying).
As usual, True Blood starts up exactly where it left off at the end of the previous season.
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Sunday 16 June 2013

US Open 2013: Justin Rose wins first major championship in Merion

How could it have been any other way? A US Open that reached out to the past was won by a player who hit his approach to the last standing a metre from the Hogan plaque. The ball almost hit the pin, so true was the strike. Perhaps the spirit of old Ben had one hand on the club of Justin Rose,...-Justin Rose, Justin Rose champion US Open Golf 2013, US Open 2013, US Open Golf 2013, US Open Golf 2013 championship in Merion-US Open 2013: Justin Rose wins first major championship in Merion

Miss USA 2013: Miss Connecticut, Erin Brady, wins the title

Erin Brady, Miss Connecticut USA, has won Miss USA 2013. Miss New Jersey USA, Libell Duran, did not make the final.
Her “special talent” is cooking. She loves to bowl. And now, she’s trending on Twitter.
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Saturday 15 June 2013

700-Pound Snake — Giant Snake Found In North Carolina, Facts And Photos

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Buoyant Bolt confident of negotiating trials

OSLO: Usain Bolt dispelled any concerns over his early-season form by blasting to a convincing victory in the 200m at the Bislett Games. A top-three finish would see him qualify for the 100m and 4x100m relay team. “Now I’m heading back to Jamaica and will prepare for the world...-buoyant, confident, negotiating, trials-Buoyant Bolt confident of negotiating trials

Pakistan to host Asian baseball event

Ten countries to participate in West Asia Cup in November. “We still have to decide the venue for the West Asia Cup. We have three months to look for a better venue than the one at the Lahore Stadium,” says Secretary PFB. PHOTO: APP KARACHI: Despite foreign players showing their...-Asian, baseball, event, Pakistan-Pakistan to host Asian baseball event

Ton-up Sangakkara blows England away

LONDON: Kumar Sangakkara smashed an unbeaten 134 off 135 balls as Sri Lanka stunned England by seven wickets in a high-scoring thriller on Thursday to stay afloat in the Champions Trophy.The Islanders, chasing England’s seemingly impregnable 293-7, launched a spirited chase in the day-night...-blows, England, Sangakkara, Tonup-Ton-up Sangakkara blows England away

More than just a game, more than a few issues

Pakistan aim to counter India, overcome batting woes, hope for clear forecast . Misbah has scored more than the combined tally of the rest of the top-seven batsmen, highlighting the poor show of the side that spent time with legend Javed Miandad before Trent Woodhill took over as the...-issues-More than just a game, more than a few issues

ICC Champions Trophy: South Africa into semis after Windies tie

The Proteas joined already-qualified India as one of the two semi-finalists from Group B. Crucially, off what turned out to be the last ball of the match, with West Indies then ahead of their D/L target, Pollard was caught by Steyn off Ryan McLaren and his exit swung the match back to...-Africa, after, Champions, semis, South, trophy, Windies-ICC Champions Trophy: South Africa into semis after Windies tie

Malaysia fans offered cash reward to police FA Cup final

KUALA LUMPUR: Sick and tired of crowd violence marring matches, the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) will offer fans a financial reward if they catch hooligans causing trouble at the FA Cup final later this month.The FAM said supporters would be given 1,000 Malaysian Ringgit ($320) for...-final, Malaysia, offered, police, reward-Malaysia fans offered cash reward to police FA Cup final

England wait on Trott ahead of crunch NZ clash

CARDIFF, England: Jonathan Trott could miss England’s must-win Champions Trophy match against New Zealand in Cardiff with a quad injury.England view him as their one-day anchor man. It was the role Trott played in top-scoring for England with 76 at The Oval on Thursday in a total of 293 for...-ahead, clash, crunch, England, Trott-England wait on Trott ahead of crunch NZ clash

Edgbaston upbeat ahead of big game

BIRMINGHAM: Gareth Roberts, Commercial Director of Edgbaston cricket ground, is a happy man ahead of the eagerly-awaited Champions Trophy clash between Pakistan and India here on Saturday (today).He would have been happier had Pakistan been still allive in the tournament but still Roberts knows...-ahead, Edgbaston, upbeat-Edgbaston upbeat ahead of big game

Friday 14 June 2013

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Murray starts day with revenge win

LONDON: Andy Murray avenged last year’s embarrassing Queen’s Club exit against Nicolas Mahut as the world No 2 kicked off a hectic Thursday with a 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) victory in his rain delayed second round clash.Murray had suffered a shock defeat against Mahut at the same stage of the...-Murray, revenge, starts-Murray starts day with revenge win

Kristoff sprints to victory, Frank still in yellow

LEUGGERN, Switzerland: Norway’s Olympic road race bronze medallist Alexander Kristoff won the fifth stage of the Tour of Switzerland on Wednesday as Mathias Frank maintained his hold on the leader’s yellow jersey.The 176.4km ride from Buochs to Leuggern finished as expected in a bunch sprint...-Frank, Kristoff, sprints, still, victory, yellow-Kristoff sprints to victory, Frank still in yellow

Pistorius left off team as expected

JOHANNESBURG: As expected, Oscar Pistorius was left off South Africa’s team Thursday for the Paralympic athletics world championships next month in France.South Africa named a squad of 32 athletes for the event in Lyon from July 19-28. It will be the first major meet that the world’s most...-expected, Pistorius-Pistorius left off team as expected

Davis Cup tie issue cant be raised at ITF AGM

KARACHI: Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF) cannot bring their Davis Cup tie issue to the Annual General Meeting of International Tennis Federation (ITF) since the board has given final decision. Asked whether the PTF was allowed to bring this issue to the AGM, an ITF official told ‘The News’...-Davis, issue, raised-Davis Cup tie issue cant be raised at ITF AGM

Brazil will be ready for World Cup, says FIFA

Confederations Cup to help in testing facilities in Rio. FIFA Secretary General J r me Valcke, Hublot Chairman Jean-Claude Biver (C) and Brazil’s football legend Pel (R) talk during the ceremony of the unveiling clock to mark the one-year countdown to next year’s World Cup...-Brazil, ready, World-Brazil will be ready for World Cup, says FIFA

Federations disaffiliated, officials banned

KARACHI: The Interim Committee on Thursday imposed a five-year ban on several officials of different federations and disaffiliated a handful of bodies from the Pakistan Olympic Association’s (POA) general council for attending what it says “an illegal meeting” called by Lt General (retd)...-banned, disaffiliated, Federations, officials-Federations disaffiliated, officials banned

Manila protests to FIFA over Hong Kong abuse

MANILA: Philippine football chiefs said Thursday they had filed a complaint with FIFA about “physical and racist abuse” suffered by Filipino players and fans during a recent game in Hong Kong.Home fans hurled trash and insults at the rival players and fans during the June 4 friendly won by...-abuse, Manila, protests-Manila protests to FIFA over Hong Kong abuse

Warner suspended until Ashes, fined

Australia batsman charged after physical attack on England’s Root. Warner will miss the rest of Australia’s involvement in the Champions Trophy and their two warm-up matches ahead of the Ashes. PHOTO: AFP/ FILE BIRMINGHAM: Australia’s David Warner has been suspended until the...-Ashes, fined, suspended, until, Warner-Warner suspended until Ashes, fined

De Villiers vows South Africa will ‘come out firing’

Captain confirms Steyn’s availability for must-win game against WI today. South Africa captain De Villiers promised his side will come out all guns blazing when they take on the West Indies in a must-win match today. PHOTO: AFP South Africa face West Indies today in the two teams’...-Africa, firing, South, Villiers-De Villiers vows South Africa will ‘come out firing’

Judge asks government to appoint PCB acting chairman

ISLAMABAD: A judge on Thursday asked the Pakistan government to appoint an acting chairman for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).Zaka Ashraf was stood down from working last month as PCB chairman by judge Shaukat Aziz Siddique after a former Rawalpindi cricket official said the recent elections...-acting, Appoint, chairman, Government, judge-Judge asks government to appoint PCB acting chairman

Most players are mentally disturbed: Akhtar

Former fast-bowler bemoans ‘darkest era’ in Pakistan cricket. Shoaib Akhtar believes Pakistan players need a coach who can revitalise them as a team. PHOTO: AFP Bowling legend Shoaib Akhtar slammed Pakistan cricket, claiming most of the current players are ‘mentally disturbed’...-Akhtar, disturbed, mentally, players-Most players are mentally disturbed: Akhtar

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Fahim in STA championship semis By our correspondent KARACHI: Fahim Ramzan reached the men’s singles semi-finals at the 22nd STA Development Series Ranking Tennis Championship at Bath Island Club on Thursday. Fahim beat Muhammad Taimoor 6-0, 6-0 in the quarter-finals of this category. In the...-pieces-bits and pieces

Schuerrle close to Chelsea move

BERLIN: Bayer Leverkusen have signed South Korean forward Son Heung-min from Hamburg SV and have agreed with Chelsea for the transfer of winger Andre Schuerrle as they prepare for next season’s Champions League, the club said on Thursday.The 20-year-old Son, who was outstanding last season,...-Chelsea, close, Schuerrle-Schuerrle close to Chelsea move

Champions Trophy: India, Pakistan set to breathe life into 'dead' game

Tickets for the match were sold out within hours of going on sale last November. An old photo taken during a Pakistan vs India match in New Delhi. PHOTO : BCCI BIRMINGHAM: India and Pakistan clash in a Champions Trophy match in Edgbaston on Saturday that promises high-voltage action...-breathe, Champions, India, Pakistan, trophy-Champions Trophy: India, Pakistan set to breathe life into 'dead' game

Dhawan making up for lost time

India batsman shines with twin tons. Indian batsman Shikhar Dhawan. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE LONDON: India’s fearless opening batsman Shikhar Dhawan is doing the unthinkable at the Champions Trophy — making fans forget Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir.Those three were the...-Dhawan, making-Dhawan making up for lost time

Warner row could unite Aussies

BIRMINGHAM: Shane Warne said the fall-out from David Warner’s controversial attack on England batsman Joe Root could yet “bring Australia together” as they bid to regain the Ashes.“In a funny sort of way this could bring Australia together. I think it is a chance for them to gel...-Aussies, could, unite, Warner-Warner row could unite Aussies

Trott, Root lift England to 293-7 against Sri Lanka

LONDON: Jonathan Trott hit 76 and Joe Root made 68 off 55 balls as England piled up 293-7 after being sent in to bat by Sri Lanka in the Champions Trophy at the Oval on Thursday.Skipper Alastair Cook chipped in with 59 and Ravi Bopara smashed 28 runs from the final over for the hosts, who will...-against, England, Lanka, Trott-Trott, Root lift England to 293-7 against Sri Lanka

Title not impossible, says Hamilton

Mercedes driver optimistic despite trailing Vettel by 55 points. Hamilton believes a win at Silverstone might be a distant possibility but winning the championship with Mercedes isn’t. PHOTO: AFP Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton believes it is ‘not impossible’ for him to win the...-Hamilton, impossible, title-Title not impossible, says Hamilton

Lone boo for Garcia at US Open

ARDMORE: Sergio Garcia received a warm welcome from US Open spectators on Thursday despite his recent racist remark toward Tiger Woods, but US star Phil Mickelson was the clear fan favorite.Philadelphia sports fans have a reputation for toughness across the United States, notoriously having...-Garcia-Lone boo for Garcia at US Open

Fans query Guardiola treble chances

BERLIN: German football fans are doubtful that newly appointed Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola can repeat the historic treble achieved by his predecessor Jupp Heynckes, according to a survey published on Thursday.Some 44 per cent of fans did not believe the former Barcelona coach would win the...-chances, Guardiola, query, treble-Fans query Guardiola treble chances

Selector blames coaches for poor show

No board official, selector willing to accept responsibility of Champions Trophy failure . Commenting on different players’ performance, one of the national team selectors stated that Kamran Akmal was more adept in the batting department rather than in his primary role as the...-blames, coaches, selector-Selector blames coaches for poor show

Pakistan beat New Zealand

KARACHI: Fourteenth seeds Pakistan beat twelfth seeds New Zealand 2-1 in the 9 to 16 place play-offs in the World Squash Team Championship at Mulhouse, France, on Thursday. Farhan Zaman beat Evan William 3-0 and Farhan Mehboob defeated Paul Coll 3-0, but Nasir Iqbal lost 0-3 to Martin Knight....-Pakistan, Zealand-Pakistan beat New Zealand

Sindh tennis authorities criticised

KARACHI: Former Pakistan Davis Cupper (1986) Reza Ali Mirza has lamented fast declining quality of tennis in Sindh and held provincial authorities responsible for it. “Last week [at the Indus Pharma national open at Karachi Gymkhana] we won the title of over 35 doubles category without even...-authorities, criticised, Sindh, tennis-Sindh tennis authorities criticised

Strikers deliver as Uruguay, Colombia and Chile all win

Argentina, Ecuador play out 1-1 draw in World Cup qualifier. Edinson Cavani scored a crucial goal as Uruguay registered an important win to boost their chances of qualifying for the 2014 World Cup. PHOTO: AFP BUENOS AIRES: Strikers Falcao, Alexis Sanchez and Edinson Cavani all scored as...-Chile, Colombia, deliver, Strikers, Uruguay-Strikers deliver as Uruguay, Colombia and Chile all win

PSG to open title defence at Montpellier

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain will begin their defence of the Ligue 1 title next season against the previous year’s champions, Montpellier, according to fixtures for the French top flight published on Thursday.The capital club have yet to confirm their coach for the upcoming campaign, with Carlo...-defence, Montpellier, title-PSG to open title defence at Montpellier

Interim committee disaffiliates sports federations

Decision made as officials attended meeting called by banned POA chief. An interim committee official stressed that the athletes have nothing to worry about with regards to the ongoing saga. PHOTO: FILE/APP KARACHI: The interim committee, backed by the government, the Pakistan Sports...-committee, disaffiliates, Federations, Interim, sports-Interim committee disaffiliates sports federations

Whatmore says reasons for defeats ‘identified’

Head coach aiming to finish tour on a high note with win over India. It is almost like a giant cliche when Pakistan’s batsmen are criticised but their woeful performance at the ICC Champions Trophy has been the main reason behind the team’s twin defeats. PHOTO: AFP KARACHI: With no hope...-defeats, identified, Reasons, Whatmore-Whatmore says reasons for defeats ‘identified’

Rain adds to Australia’s anguish

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Australias David Warner suspended until Ashes, fined

BIRMINGHAM: Australia’s David Warner has been suspended until the start of the Ashes series and fined after attacking England’s Joe Root in a bar, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday.“@davidwarner31 has been suspended up until the First Test of #TheAshes and fined $11,500,” (#7,000,...-Ashes, Australias, David, fined, suspended, until, Warner-Australias David Warner suspended until Ashes, fined

Court Orders: Appoint acting chairman, directs IHC

The court adjourned the case until June 20. The court upheld the suspension of Ashraf and ordered the ministry to appoint an interim official after counsel representing the PCB, maintained that the chief needed to attend the ICC meeting next week. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: Amid the ongoing...-acting, Appoint, chairman, court, directs, Orders-Court Orders: Appoint acting chairman, directs IHC

Messis polished image faces first scandal

MADRID: Lionel Messi’s spotless image as the world’s greatest footballer and a humble man has taken a stunning blow with accusations that he cheated on his taxes, the Spanish media said on Thursday.Newspapers reacted with shock to news that the Barcelona star and Argentina international has...-faces, first, image, Messis, polished, scandal-Messis polished image faces first scandal

Sri Lanka seek revival in crucial match

Side to face England in make-or-break fixture today. Sri Lanka need to defeat both England and Australia to keep their semi-final hopes alive in Group A. PHOTO: AFP LONDON: Sri Lanka will look for a vastly improved batting performance against hosts England today as they try to stay afloat...-crucial, Lanka, match, revival-Sri Lanka seek revival in crucial match

Ton-up Sangakkara blows England away

Sri Lanka are now level with England on two points each, one behind group leaders New Zealand. Sangakkara hits the winning runs and celebrates after winning by 7 wickets with 17 balls remaining. PHOTO: AFP LONDON: Kumar Sangakkara smashed an unbeaten 134 off 135 balls as Sri Lanka...-blows, England, Sangakkara, Tonup-Ton-up Sangakkara blows England away

World Cups countdown clock unveiled in Rio

RIO DE JANEIRO: A clock designed by the late architect Oscar Niemeyer to mark the one-year countdown to next year’s World Cup was unveiled on Rio’s Copacabana beach on Wednesday in the presence of football legend Pele.The device, made by Hublot, the official timekeeper for the 2014 finals,...-clock, countdown, unveiled, World-World Cups countdown clock unveiled in Rio

Pakistan to play against Lesotho ahead of SAFF Cup

KARACHI: Pakistan football team will play a handful of matches against Lesotho and some other countries in a bid to prepare for the SAFF Cup, ‘The News’ learnt through reliable sources on Thursday. Lesotho, an African country, currently playing the 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in Group D,...-against, ahead, Lesotho, Pakistan-Pakistan to play against Lesotho ahead of SAFF Cup

Australia tarnished by Warner incident

BIRMINGHAM: Former England captain Michael Vaughan said David Warner had “tarnished the whole Australia cricket team” with his alleged attack on Joe Root.Opening batsman Warner was dropped from the Australia side for their rain-marred no result Champions Trophy match against New Zealand at...-Australia, incident, tarnished, Warner-Australia tarnished by Warner incident

Bravo ramps up pressure on South Africa chokers

CARDIFF, England: West Indies captain Dwayne Bravo hopes that South Africa’s habit of ‘choking’ at major tournaments will work in his side’s favour when they meet in a winner-takes-all Champions Trophy clash on Friday (today).Whichever team comes out on top in Cardiff will join already...-Africa, Bravo, chokers, pressure, ramps, South-Bravo ramps up pressure on South Africa chokers

Punjab win netball title

KARACHI: Punjab beat Sindh to lift the title of the Inter-Provincial Netball Championship 2013 here at the Mini Sports Complex in Nazimabad on Wednesday. The final score remained 21-14 in favour of Punjab. In the first semi-final Punjab defeated Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 26-12, while Sindh overwhelmed...-netball, Punjab, title-Punjab win netball title

Army, Police, Sindh, Punjab in netball semis

KARACHI: Army, Police, Sindh and Punjab cruised into the semi-finals of the National Men’s Netball Championship started here at the Sea View in Clifton on Thursday.Sindh won two matches when they beat Balochistan 19-0 and FATA 18-3. However, Sindh were beaten by Army in their third match 5-11....-netball, police, Punjab, semis, Sindh-Army, Police, Sindh, Punjab in netball semis

Nigeria qualification put on hold

JOHANNESBURG: Nigeria failed to reach the final round of 2014 World Cup qualifiers in Africa after a 1-1 draw in Namibia on Wednesday.The African champions needed a win in Windhoek to take an unassailable four-point Group F lead with one game to spare.But the ‘Super Eagles’ had to settle for...-Nigeria, qualification-Nigeria qualification put on hold

Thursday 13 June 2013

UAE announces 150 million euro aid package for World Expo 2020 bid and new market status buoy UAE economy

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Wednesday 12 June 2013

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Check out this comparison chart of old iOS 6 icons versus the new iOS 7 icons.
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Monday 10 June 2013

Concluding Ceremony of Margalla Festival

Capital Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Syed Tahir Shahbaz has said that Islamabad will be made a hub of cultural activities, as these activities are the best source of recreation and amusement for the people. Addressing the concluding ceremony of Margalla Festival, Shahbaz said the CDA...-CDA, Concluding Ceremony, Concluding Ceremony of Margalla Festival, cultural activities, hub of cultural activities, Margalla Festival-Concluding Ceremony of Margalla Festival

Sunday 9 June 2013

You make money in the world (wide web) go around

KARACHI: a giant electronic billboard on the Reuters building in the very heart of Manhattan, New York, welcomes Facebook to the NASDAQ exchange. On the other side of Manhattan, on Wall Street, I am trying to crunch some numbers regarding this initial public offering, after seeing companies...-Goldman, NASDAQ exchange, social network, US Apple App Store, web-based service, World Wide Web-You make money in the world (wide web) go around

Saturday 8 June 2013

Boundless Informant: the NSA's secret tool to track global surveillance US agency collected highest digital data Iran first Pakistan second country

The NSA’s powerful tool for cataloguing data – including figures on US collection
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Thursday 6 June 2013

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RAC Show Features Work

For encouraging new talent in the field of fine arts, the Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) organised a group exhibition here on Wednesday in which 24 artists of RAC fine arts painting class showcased their work.
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Wednesday 5 June 2013

Miss World 2013

JAKARTA – Contestants at this year’s Miss World beauty pageant will not wear bikinis in the parade in a bid to avoid causing offence in Muslim-majority Indonesia, organisers confirmed Wednesday.
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Works of Eight Artists and a Sculptor Currently on Display

There’s enlivening realism, semi-abstractism and everything in between at the art exhibition that opened on Tuesday evening at the Grandeur Art Gallery.
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Tuesday 4 June 2013

Summer Art workshop 2013

Expression Art gallery kicked off their ‘Summer Art workshop’ for art lovers, showcasing calligraphy, paintings, drawing and other art works for a month here on Monday.
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Margalla Festival in full swing

The 10-day Margalla Festival being held at the Art and Craft Village is in full swing and providing a rich source of recreation and entertainment to the residents of twin cities.

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Monday 3 June 2013

First ever Environment Museum to open on June 5, 2013

Karachi will make history on Wednesday June 5, 2013 with the inauguration of Pakistan’s first ever Environment Museum located near NIPA opposite Sindbad. Vice Chancellor Karachi University Dr Muhammad Qaiser will open the joint venture of UNIKARIANS and Gul Bahao, a non-government organisation...-First ever Environment Museum, First ever Environment Museum to open-First ever Environment Museum to open on June 5, 2013

ICC Champions Trophy: Pakistan getting final batting dose

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Books launched on Benazir Bhutto

Historians would write about Benazir Bhutto in the times ahead and the books published by the Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Chair at the University of Karachi would play an important role.
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End-of-season Exhibition of Paintings at Nomad Gallery

An exciting, end-of-season exhibition of paintings by Syed Faraz Ali and Irum Khokhar, dynamic young artists who are out to make a difference, opens at the Nomad Gallery here today (Monday), with the Ambassador of Argentina to Pakistan Rodolfo M Saravia performing the inauguration...-art events, Asian artists, calligraphy, Ceramics, cultural paintings, End-of-season Exhibition of Paintings, End-of-season Exhibition of Paintings at Nomad Gallery, exhibition at Nomad gallery, exhibition of paintings by Irum Khokhar, exhibition of paintings by Syed Faraz Ali, global politics, international events, Irum Khokhar, landscape, miniature, Nomad, Nomad Art Gallery, Nomad Gallery, Nomadartgallery, oil colour, painting exhibition at Nomad gallery, pakart, pakart.org, pakistan art, pakistani art, pakistani artists, pakistani painters, pakistani paintings, pastel colors, pen work, portrait, shape of symbolism, still life, Syed Faraz Ali, water colors-End-of-season Exhibition of Paintings at Nomad Gallery

Sunday 2 June 2013

Samsung launches Galaxy S4 Mini ahead of June event a smaller and cheaper version of its flagship smartphone.

Samsung’s strategy of producing its devices in various shapes and sizes is effective, analysts say
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Friday 31 May 2013

American poetry ‘Mushaira’ Poetry for Peace

US Consul General Karachi Michael Dodman hosted an American poetry ‘Mushaira’ entitled ‘The Dawn of Freedom: Poetry for Peace’, at American consulate here on Friday.
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Three Biographies on Shaheed Benazir Bhutto launched

Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Chair, University of Karachi in collaboration with Arts Council Pakistan has organised a launch ceremony for three books regarding the life of assassinated leader Benazir Bhutto.
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Picture Competition Against Child Marriages and Safer Motherhood

Rutgers WPF, an International NGO working for protection of reproductive health and rights of young people and women, has launched a picture competition against child marriages and safer motherhood.
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EDF Energies Nouvelles, Alstom to deliver wind turbines to France

EDF Energies Nouvelles and wpd offshore, two players in European offshore wind energy, have announced the signing of a partnership agreement.The agreement formalizes both groups’ decision to combine their expertise in the French government’s second call for tenders, with a view to continuing...-Alstom, deliver, Energies, France, Nouvelles, turbines-EDF Energies Nouvelles, Alstom to deliver wind turbines to France

Tesla's Elon Musk says network of electric car superchargers will enable cross-country drives

Elon Musk, CEO and founder of Tesla Motors, said a network of electric vehicle “superchargers” would enable EV owners to drive from New York City to Los Angeles.Musk said this network of fast-charging stations would be in place by the end of 2013. Tesla Motors’ own network of...-crosscountry, drives, Electric, enable, Network, superchargers, Teslas-Tesla's Elon Musk says network of electric car superchargers will enable cross-country drives

DOE awards research grant to geothermal solar hybrid system

Department of Energy (DOE) approved Rappaport Energy Consulting for a Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) Phase 1 grant proposal of $149,900.The research will study retrofitting a concentrated solar thermal array to the existing geothermal electrical generation system currently installed...-awards, geothermal, grant, hybrid, research, solar, System-DOE awards research grant to geothermal solar hybrid system

Minnesota Power dedicates 101-turbine wind power project

Minnesota Power, a unit of Allete, opened the Bison Wind Energy Center, which delivers renewable energy east to Minnesota across a dedicated transmission line.Since construction began in 2010, Minnesota Power installed 101 Siemens direct-drive wind turbines producing 292 MW of renewable energy...-101turbine, dedicates, Minnesota, power, project-Minnesota Power dedicates 101-turbine wind power project

Senators say outgoing FERC chair Wellinghoff worked to transform power grid

Jon Wellinghoff, chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, worked to integrate renewable energy into the power grid and protect consumers from manipulation of energy markets, according to U.S. senators commenting on Wellinghoff’s planned departure.Wellinghoff, who has served as...-chair, outgoing, power, Senators, transform, Wellinghoff, worked-Senators say outgoing FERC chair Wellinghoff worked to transform power grid

Two workers hurt in biomass power plant accident

Two workers were injured when a boiler ruptured at a biomass power plant in California, according to The Sacramento Bee. One of the injured was airlifted to a hospital with burns and cuts, while the other was treated at the scene.Investigators said in the article that they think a...-accident, biomass, plant, power, workers-Two workers hurt in biomass power plant accident

Biomass power should be capable of 82 GW worldwide by 2020

Biomass power generation, already used to energize industrial facilities and distributed generation customers, currently accounts for some 3 percent of global electricity generation capacity.While the technology offers dispatchable, baseload support to the grid, biomass energy is still largely...-biomass, capable, power, should, worldwide-Biomass power should be capable of 82 GW worldwide by 2020

U.K. will support E.U. carbon cutting targets, but not renewable energy requirement

The U.K. will throw its support behind emissions reduction targets outlined by the E.U., but British Energy Secretary Ed Davey said his country would oppose similar targets for new renewable energy sources.According to a statement from Davey’s office, the U.K. government’s is...-carbon, cutting, energy, renewable, requirement, Support, targets-U.K. will support E.U. carbon cutting targets, but not renewable energy requirement

China signs deal with Pakistan on 969 MW hydroelectric project

The Export-Import Bank of China signed an agreement with the Pakistani government to provide $448 million for construction of the 969 MW Neelum Jhelum hydropower project.The project is being developed by Pakistan’s Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA), which said it hopes to...-China, hydroelectric, Pakistan, project, signs-China signs deal with Pakistan on 969 MW hydroelectric project

Lithium ion batteries poised for growth in Asian-Pacific market

The market for lithium ion batteries is experiencing changes across consumer, automotive and industrial segments. One of the contributing factors is the price reduction of lithium ion batteries due to industry over-capacity and competition.The proliferation of new consumer gadgets and rapid...-AsianPacific, Batteries, growth, Lithium, market, poised-Lithium ion batteries poised for growth in Asian-Pacific market

Apple hires former EPA head Lisa Jackson

Apple, Inc. hired former Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson to be vice president for environmental initiatives, according to reports.Jackson stepped down as EPA administrator in February 2013 after serving four years during President Barack Obama’s first...-apple, Former, hires, Jackson-Apple hires former EPA head Lisa Jackson

Energy companies join Smart Cities Council

More than a dozen energy and technology firms have formed the Smart Cities Council to provide cities with tools and best practices.The council is gathering together firms in areas such as smart energy, water and transportation. These firms, which make up the Council’s Steering Committee,...-cities, companies, Council, energy, smart-Energy companies join Smart Cities Council

Australian politician sleeps underneath wind turbine to 'assess noise'

Mark Parnell, an Australian politician, camped and slept underneath a wind turbine May 28 at the 111 MW Waterloo wind farm in South Australia.Parnell is a member of the South Australian Legislative Council and a member of the South Australian Green Party. He also serves on the Windfarm Select...-assess, Australian, noise, politician, sleeps, turbine, underneath-Australian politician sleeps underneath wind turbine to 'assess noise'

Reports: FERC Chairman Jon Wellinghoff to step down

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Jon Wellinghoff, 63, has presented his resignation letter to President Barack Obama, according to reports.
Wellinghoff will remain in his position until a replacement is named and approved by the Senate.
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Connecticut legislation would count hydropower as renewable energy

A piece of legislation to include large-scale hydropower generation in Connecticut’s definition for renewable energy was passed by the House May 28, according to a report by the Hartford Business Journal.The legislation was earlier approved by the Senate, but the House changed parts of the...-Connecticut, count, energy, hydropower, legislation, renewable, would-Connecticut legislation would count hydropower as renewable energy

China to support 7 GW hydropower project in Indonesia with $17 billion

A Chinese state-owned utility wants to offer $17 billion in support to a 7 GW hydropower facility in Indonesia.China Power Investment Corp. said the hydroelectric power project would be located in Indonesia’s North Kalimantan region and built in several phases along the Kayan River....-billion, China, hydropower, Indonesia, project, Support-China to support 7 GW hydropower project in Indonesia with $17 billion

Quantum Fuel Services sells 10 MW wind energy project

Schneider Power Inc., a unit of natural gas storage company Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide Inc., agreed to sell the Trout Creek Project, a 10 MW wind energy project.The first phase of the sale will result in the unnamed purchaser buying about 75 percent of ownership interests in the...-energy, project, Quantum, sells, Services-Quantum Fuel Services sells 10 MW wind energy project

Mexican distributed generation market ready for growth

The distributed power generation market in Mexico is expected to grow steadily despite the monopoly of one company, which has limited market potential to an extent through subsidies and strong grid interconnection regulations. The market will witness strong demand from oil, gas and mining...-distributed, Generation, growth, market, Mexican, ready-Mexican distributed generation market ready for growth

Pacific Green Tech buys 49 MW biomass project in U.K.

U.S. Pacific Green Technologies Inc. completed the acquisition of a 49 MW biomass project at Sutton Bridge in England’s Lincolnshire county for an undisclosed price.More specifically, the company had taken over Pacific Green Energy Parks Ltd, the sole owner of Energy Park Sutton Bridge...-biomass, Green, Pacific, project-Pacific Green Tech buys 49 MW biomass project in U.K.

First Wind proposes 62-turbine Maine wind farm

First Wind is proposing building a 186 MW wind farm in Maine, according to a report from the Maine Public Broadcasting Network.
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Wind energy forecasting market will generate $300 million by 2020

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Thursday 30 May 2013

Visa likely to launch mobile financial services next year Visa’s Country Manager for Pakistan and Afghanistan

KARACHI: Visa Inc, a global payments technology provider, is expected to launch its own mobile financial services (MFS) platform in Pakistan next year, according to Kamil Khan, Visa’s Country Manager for Pakistan and Afghanistan.

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Financial gurus hail book on economic revival

Dr Ishrat Hussain, State Bank of Pakistan’s former governor and Director of IBA Karachi called for bridging the gap between policy-making and research. He also called for a balance between civil servants who should look at pure technical feasibility of proposals, and politicians, who should...-Financial gurus hail book, Financial gurus hail book on economic revival-Financial gurus hail book on economic revival

Multi-cultured activities at Lok Virsa

The ethnicity and indigenous cultures of the country have been artistically showcased through three-dimensional creative dramas and visual presentations at Lok Virsa.
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Launching ceremony of three books on Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto

Launching ceremony of three books on Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, organized by Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutoo Chair, University of Karachi, in collaboration with Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi, will be held on Friday, 5:00pm, at Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi. Dr Muhammad Qaisar, Vice...-Book launching ceremony, Launching of books on Benazir, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto-Launching ceremony of three books on Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto

Yingli to supply Indonesia solar power project with 10 MW of solar modules

Yingli Green Energy, a solar energy company and photovoltaic manufacturer, will supply 10.2 MW of multicrystalline PV modules to Amcorp Power, which is a unit of Amcorp Group Berhad, an investment holding company based in Malaysia.Located at Gemas, Negri Sembilan, the 10.26 MW photovoltaic...-Indonesia, modules, power, project, solar, Supply, Yingli-Yingli to supply Indonesia solar power project with 10 MW of solar modules

Monday 27 May 2013

Liberty Reserve Raids take digital cash firm forced offline site down or Hack

Liberty Reserve – a Costa Rican-based digital currency service – has been shut down after the reported arrest of its founder.
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Online Banking Account big scam All Bank account Holders Be Alert

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Sunday 26 May 2013

Sydney opera house 'collapses' in spectacular light show covers city landmarks - timelapse video

Vivid Sydney: a spectacular canvas of light covers city landmarks – timelapse video
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Saudi Arabians in 'sidewalk skiing' craze – video

Motorists in Saudi Arabia demonstrate a new trend of driving cars using only two wheels. ‘Teams’ congregate on the country’s many desert roads to do tricks, including passengers changing wheels while the vehicle is in motion. A member of Impossible Team says the feat is not as...-craze – video, ride car two wheels, Saudi Arabians, sidewalk skiing-Saudi Arabians in 'sidewalk skiing' craze – video

Saturday 25 May 2013

Explosion and fire in Gujrat school van bus after CNG cylinder blast kills 17 children with teacher

GUJRAT:
An explosion in a travelling school van in Gujrat’s Koh Fateh area killed a teacher and 17 schoolchildren, reported Express News on Saturday.
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Friday 24 May 2013

Rhythmic Illusion by Salman Farooqi

A colourful exhibition titled ‘Rhythmic Illusion’ by Salman Farooqi was inaugurated at Artscene Gallery.
Almost 40 paintings by the artist are on display for the delight of art enthusiasts.
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French ambassador inaugurates thesis display

Ambassador of France Philippe Thiebaud, on Thursday inaugurated the “Thesis Display” at Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design. He appreciated the work of students and hoped that graduates will enter the local as well as global market whereby contributing new ideas and energies to...-French ambassador inaugurates thesis display, Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design, students of the Department of Fashion Design, thesis display, work of students-French ambassador inaugurates thesis display

Brilliant Paintings by Three Women Artists at Nomad Gallery

An exhibition of brilliant paintings by three women artists, Tayyaba Aziz, Sumera Jawad, and Ufaq Ehsan, whose work epitomises their inner strength and sensitivity, opened at Nomad here on Wednesday.
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Thursday 23 May 2013

Pak-China nuclear cooperation

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Wednesday 22 May 2013

China to be Pakistan’s friend

Chinese Premier Li arrives, accorded Nishan-e-Pakistan

Both sides agree on building Gwadar-China economic corridor

Several agreements, MoUs inked for cementing strategic partnership

Zardari says Gwadar project to improve connectivity for economic, trade corridor

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Indo-Persian miniature painting workshop

Studio Irfan Hasan’s Indo-Persian miniature painting workshop was established in 2012. It is an opportunity for a wide range of artists and students to work within the special atmosphere of miniature painting. The Summer Workshop creates an excellent ambience within which artists and students...-Indo-Persian miniature painting workshop, miniature painting workshop, students to work, Studio Irfan Hasan, Studio Irfan Hasan workshop-Indo-Persian miniature painting workshop

22 Artists Artwork Show at Koel Gallery

An exhibition of a collection of artwork by 22 artists opens at the Koel gallery on Tuesday May 21, 2013 at 5pm.
The show titled “Summerscape 2013” will continue till July 27, from 11am to 8pm on a daily basis.
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‘Here and Now’ goes on exhibition at Lahore Art Gallery

Exhibition of five contemporary artists titled ‘Here and Now’ inaugurated on Monday at Lahore Art Gallery. Many artists and art lovers were present on the occasion.
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The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Tuesday sharply reacted over the report that the caretaker government is contemplating to announce a mini-budget before the Federal Budget 2013-14. President FPCCI, Zubair Ahmed Malik said that the caretaker government is...-budget 2013-14, caretakers government mini-budget 2013-2014, Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Federal Budget 2013-14 Pakistan mini-budget 2013-2014 FPCCI slams caretakers Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, FPCCI, FPCCI slams caretakers, mini-budget 2013-14, Pakistan budget 2013-2014, Pakistan mini-budget 2013-2014, SROs a mini-budget-caretaker government announce a mini-budget 2013-14 Pakistan bfor Federal Budget budget 2013-2014(FPCCI)

Chief Minister for preservation of art pieces at Alhamra Gallery

CARETAKER Chief Minister Najam Sethi has said that there is need for solid measures for preservation of historical and cultural heritage and paintings of renowned artists are a precious asset and their upkeep is a national responsibility.
He said a complete record of historical paintings should...-Chief Minister, preservation of art pieces at Alhamra Gallery-Chief Minister for preservation of art pieces at Alhamra Gallery

Tuesday 21 May 2013

Pakistan v Ireland 1st ODI at Dublin May 23, 2013 Schedule live match PTVSports

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1st ODI: Ireland v Pakistan at Dublin
May 23, 2013 (10:45 local | 09:45 GMT | 13:45 GST)

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May 26, 2013 (10:45 local | 09:45 GMT | 13:45 GST)
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1st ODI: Ireland v Pakistan at Dublin
May 23, 2013 (10:45 local | 09:45 GMT | 13:45 GST)

2nd ODI: Ireland v Pakistan at Dublin

May 26, 2013 (10:45 local | 09:45 GMT | 13:45 GST)
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I can only play for Barcelona: Messi

Argentine believes being part of the team trumps personal accolades. Messi joined Barcelona when he was still just 13 and climbed through the Catalans’ ranks, making his first team debut at just 17. PHOTO:FILE
DOHA:
Argentine football star Lionel Messi said he could...-Barcelona, Messi-I can only play for Barcelona: Messi

David expecting difficulties at British Open

HULL, England: Nicol David may have to cope with uniquely tricky conditions caused by a large temperature drop if she is to avoid trouble early on during her British Open title defence.Although David has been world number one for an amazing seven years, she encounters greater opposition in depth...-British, David, difficulties, expecting-David expecting difficulties at British Open

Hearing set for Warner over Twitter rant

SYDNEY: Australia opening batsman David Warner will face a disciplinary hearing this week into an alleged code of conduct breach after a Twitter rant directed at two of the country’s leading cricket writers.Cricket Australia said on Monday the hearing would take place on Wednesday via...-Hearing, Twitter, Warner-Hearing set for Warner over Twitter rant

Life after Fergie begins as Moyes arrives

LONDON: David Moyes started the post-Alex Ferguson era at Manchester United on Monday as the Premier League champions’ new boss arrived at the club’s training ground for the first time.United are under new management for the first time since 1986 following Ferguson’s retirement and Moyes...-after, arrives, begins, Fergie, Moyes-Life after Fergie begins as Moyes arrives

Zhang clinches hat-trick of world titles

China player downs Wang Hao 4-2 in men’s table tennis final at Bercy. It is the fifth time in a row that the men’s singles title was won by a Chinese player since Austrian Werner Schlager was crowned in Paris in 2003. PHOTO: AFP
PARIS:
Zhang Jike sealed a remarkable hat-trick of major...-clinches, hattrick, titles, World, Zhang-Zhang clinches hat-trick of world titles

India mulls spot-fixing law after arrests

NEW DELHI: India is mulling a law to deal with the issue of spot-fixing in sport following last week’s arrest of cricketers and bookmakers, government officials said on Monday.Former India Test bowler Shanthakumaran Sreesanth and two other players were arrested along with 11 bookmakers on...-after, arrests, India, mulls, spotfixing-India mulls spot-fixing law after arrests

English Premier League: United focus on future as Fergie signs off

Chelsea will challenge for the title next year, says manager Benitez. The English Premier League season finale witnessed the highs and lows for the clubs who would now have to prepare for the changes as well as challenges for next season. PHOTO: AFP
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Briefs....

bits and piecesHopkins-Murat set for July in New YorkNEW YORK: Bernard Hopkins, the oldest boxer to win a major world title, will defend his International Boxing Federation light-heavyweight belt against German Karo Murat on July 13 in Brooklyn.Hopkins broke his own world record by nearly two...-Briefs-Briefs....

Cricket: Asif yet to convey plans to PCB

“The board is unaware about his plans for rehabilitation,” says a top PCB official. Asif is yet to show his consent with regards to taking part in the anti-corruption rehabilitation program of the PCB. PHOTO: AFP/FILE
KARACHI:
While Salman Butt was quick to show...-convey, cricket, plans-Cricket: Asif yet to convey plans to PCB

SHC summons officials of parallel SOA

KARACHI: Sindh High Court has summoned the parallel Sindh Olympic Association’s (SOA) president Osama Qadri and secretary Mudassir Arain on May 23, it was learnt on Monday.The summon has been issued on the writ petition filed by the SOA secretary Ahmed Ali Rajput a few days ago in which he had...-officials, parallel, summons-SHC summons officials of parallel SOA

McCullum backs batsmen after hour of madness

LONDON: New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum insisted he still had faith in his batsmen after an “hour of madness” cost the team dear in a thumping first Test defeat at Lord’s.England went 1-0 up in the two-match series, with more than a day to spare, after dismissing New Zealand for just...-after, backs, Batsmen, madness, McCullum-McCullum backs batsmen after hour of madness

McCullum has faith despite ‘hour of madness’

New Zealand’s top six were dismissed for under 40 for the third time this year, highlighting the problems being faced in the batting department. PHOTO: AFP
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Van Garderen captures TOC title

SANTA ROSA, California: Tejay van Garderen, fifth in last year’s Tour de France, captured the eighth Tour of California cycling race on Sunday, sealing his first career stage-race triumph in the final stage.Slovakia’s Peter Sagan won the eighth and final stage, which took the riders out of...-captures, Garderen, title-Van Garderen captures TOC title

Mourinho to leave Real at end of the season

Club president Florentino Perez confirmed Mourinho’s exit. Jose Mourinho will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season after a turbulent three-year spell in charge of the Spanish giants PHOTO: AFP

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Real meet as Mourinho exit speculation grows

MADRID: Real Madrid directors called a board meeting on Monday as speculation mounts that coach Jose Mourinho is heading for the exit after a season he himself described as the worst of his career.Directors brought forward a weekly meeting, usually held later in the week, to Monday, a club...-grows, Mourinho, speculation-Real meet as Mourinho exit speculation grows

Cueists train ahead of Doha events

Pakistan players start preparations for Asian Team, 6-Red events. IBSF world champion Asif will be under pressure after his failure to do well at the Asian Championship. PHOTO: EXPRESS
KARACHI:
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US Open door opens for Thongchai

VARNA, Bulgaria: Thongchai Jaidee’s disappointment in losing out in the final of the Volvo World Match-Play Championship has been eased knowing he will qualify for next month’s US Open in Pennsylvania.Jaidee was at Varna Airport in Bulgaria early on Monday when he checked the updated World...-opens, Thongchai-US Open door opens for Thongchai

Hockey players end Malaysia league stint

Imran stars in KL Hockey Club’s title win. Thirteen Pakistan players participated in the league after featuring in the Azlan Shah Cup. PHOTO: REUTERS/FILE
KARACHI:
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Ashraf Sugar Mills clinch first win

PACA stunned in Challenge Cup football. KRL beat HBL 1-0 to qualify for the quarter-finals. Kaleemullah scored the winner in the 17th minute. PHOTO: FILE
KARACHI:
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Talha, Nazif enter NBP Open last four

KARACHI: Top seed Talha Zubair and Nazif Ahmed reached the semi-finals of the 2nd NBP Open National Junior and Senior tennis Championship at Karachi Gymkhana on Monday.In the category of under-18, Talha Zuair got a walk-over against Aaiman Ashok while Nazif Ahmed beat Murad Khan 6-4, 0-6, 10-8....-enter, Nazif, Talha-Talha, Nazif enter NBP Open last four

Exhibition of their artworks attracted art lovers

They are young and ebullient. It is only two years back that they passed out from the Arts Council Institute of Arts and Crafts. What drives them in life is their creative urge to interpret nature as they see it. And it is precisely for this reason that an exhibition of their artworks attracted...--Exhibition of their artworks attracted art lovers

Tornado devastates Oklahoma town

OKLAHOMA: A massive tornado tore through the Oklahoma City suburb of Moore on Monday, killing at least 51 people with winds of up to 200 miles per hour (320 kph) that flattened entire tracts of homes, two schools and a hospital, leaving a wake of tangled wreckage.
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Monday 20 May 2013

China thrash India in Sudirman Cup

KUALA LUMPUR: China thrashed India 5-0 in the Sudirman Cup on Sunday, but the defending champions were given a tough workout by their unfancied opponents while Taiwan managed a surprise win against Malaysia.So distraught were the Chinese officials over their players’ lacklustre performances in...-China, India, Sudirman, thrash-China thrash India in Sudirman Cup

Arsenal win race for fourth, Fergie bows out

LONDON: Arsenal won the race for fourth place in the Premier League with a 1-0 victory at Newcastle, while Alex Ferguson’s extraordinary career ended in remarkable fashion as Manchester United drew 5-5 at West Bromwich Albion on Sunday.Arsene Wenger’s side needed three points to guarantee a...-Arsenal, Fergie, fourth-Arsenal win race for fourth, Fergie bows out

Chinas global table tennis reach tests world talent

PARIS: China’s long-standing table tennis supremacy is nothing new to fans and administrators, but the threat of migrant Chinese players stifling opportunities for homegrown talent around the world has cast a dark cloud over its future. The outflow of Chinese talent is particularly evident at...-Chinas, global, reach, Table, talent, tennis, tests, World-Chinas global table tennis reach tests world talent

Amir exempted from trials for World Championship

KARACHI: Pakistan, six times winner of Men’s World Squash Championship, are facing a crisis in sending a team to this year’s world championship to be held in France due to a row over trials players don’t want to appear in. “The things took a new twist on Sunday as it was found that...-Championship, exempted, trials, World-Amir exempted from trials for World Championship

Nadal dominates Federer; Serena wins

ROME: After all these years, Rafael Nadal still knows how to dominate Roger Federer.In the 30th meeting between the two tennis greats, Nadal controlled the final from start to finish to win 6-1, 6-3 on Sunday for his seventh Italian Open title.It was the most lop-sided win in the series since...-dominates, Federer, Nadal, Serena-Nadal dominates Federer; Serena wins

Pune consign Delhi to last place

PUNE: Pune Warriors beat Delhi Daredevils comfortably here on Sunday, consigning the visitors to the last place in the IPL points table. Robin Uthappa began Warriors’ charge with some lovely drives through the off side before his stay ended with the score on 38. Finch then took over, opening...-consign, Delhi, place-Pune consign Delhi to last place

McDowell tames Thongchai to win first World Match Play

KAVARNA, Bulgaria: Britain’s Graeme McDowell came from behind to win his maiden World Match Play Championship with a 2 & 1 victory over Thailand’s Thongchai Jaidee on Sunday.Former US Open Champion McDowell, the highest-ranked player in the field, battled back from two holes down after...-first, match, McDowell, tames, Thongchai, World-McDowell tames Thongchai to win first World Match Play

Seven-up Broad leads England rout of New Zealand

LONDON: Stuart Broad bowled England to victory in the first Test as New Zealand suffered a dramatic fourth-day collapse at Lord’s on Sunday.New Zealand, chasing 239 for victory, were dismissed for just 68 in under two hours, with Broad taking seven wickets for 44 runs in a mere 11 overs.South...-Broad, England, leads, Sevenup, Zealand-Seven-up Broad leads England rout of New Zealand