Brazil thrash Panama 6-2 in World Cup send-off

LONDON: Brazil turned on the style with a 6-2 drubbing of Panama on Sunday in a lopsided World Cup send-off at the MaracanaStadium in Rio de Janeiro. Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr fired the Brazilians into the lead inside the opening minute, collecting a pass from veteran midfielder Casemiro before lashing in a thunderous strike from 25 yards. The five-time…

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Sharae Faisal goes under automated lane watch

E-challans issued for violations as right lanes reserved for private vehicles and left for bikes, commercial traffic Sharae Faisal, which spans approximately 14 kilometres, has been selected for the pilot project due to its importance as Karachi’s main traffic artery and the relative ease of monitoring compliance. PHOTO: ET KARACHI: Traffic authorities have formally launched…

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‘Pakistan’s role central to US-Iran talks’

Says present phase should not be viewed as a tactical pause before renewed hostilities ISLAMABAD: ISLAMABAD. Former Azad Jammu and Kashmir president Masood Khan said on Sunday that Pakistan emerged as the central facilitator in ongoing efforts to secure a diplomatic settlement between the United States and Iran. In a statement, he expressed confidence that…

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‘I’m leaving Liverpool among Europe’s elite’

Arne Slot expects Liverpool’s new signings to keep improving. Photo: AFP LONDON: Arne Slot says he is leaving Liverpool “exactly where it belongs: amongst Europe’s elite”, in an emotional letter to fans after his sacking as head coach. The Dutchman was fired on Saturday, 12 months after winning the Premier League, following a miserable title defence which…

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Nawaz Sharif set to visit Gilgit-Baltistan tomorrow for election campaign after ECP issues NOC

Marriyum Aurangzeb says the party chief will hold consultations with ticket holders on electoral situation in G-B Former prime minister Nawaz Sharif. Photo: Screen grab Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif was cleared to visit Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) tomorrow to launch his election campaign after the Election Commission issued a No Objection Certificate (NOC) on…

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Kohli steers RCB to second IPL crown

Virat Kohli became a two-time IPL champion. Photo: AFP NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 and inspired bowling led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second straight Indian Premier League title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans on Sunday. Bengaluru restricted Gujarat to 155-8, a total they chased down with 12 balls to spare after Kohli reached his fifth…

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