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Pakistan won the bronze medal at the International Tennis Federation Masters 45+ World Championship after defeating Germany 2-1 on Sunday, according to a statement by the Pakistan Tennis Federation (PTF). A total of 21 nations participated in the men’s team event that was held in Manavgat, Turkiye in the 45+ age category known as the Dubler Cup. Pakistan had dominated the group stage with emphatic 3-0 victories over Romania and the host nation, according to the PTF. “Pakistan’s tennis team made history by securing a bronze medal at the ITF Masters 45+ World Championship in Manavgat, Turkey. “Competing for the…

PUBLISHED March 16, 2025 KARACHI: As the holy month of Ramazan arrives and progresses, the energy of the people begins to wane. Fasting from dawn till dusk, the thought of venturing out into crowded markets to shop for essentials and Eid preparations can be daunting. The sweltering heat, the throngs of people, and the exhaustion of fasting – it’s a combination that can leave even the most enthusiastic shoppers feeling drained. As the days go by, the usual excitement and fervor of Ramazan shopping give way to fatigue and frustration. Narrow streets and bustling bazaars, once filled with the joyful…

PUBLISHED March 16, 2025 KARACHI: Running Point is a lesson in resigning to mediocrity. Once we enjoyed rewatching scenes and episodes and seasons of the hit shows Netflix offered. We bingewatched series after series, escaping life uninterrupted for at least half the day. Show after show would have us hooked as soon as they dropped. Now we are grateful for the forward option so we can skip through its shows that are at best lukewarm entertainment. Running Point is a new addition to the handful of comedy series on Netflix. It is loosely based on the Los Angeles Lakers’ owner…

Kylian Mbappe’s first half brace in the 2-1 away win against Villareal moves Madrid three points clear atop the standings.Kylian Mbappe has scored twice to help Real Madrid fight back to beat Villarreal 2-1 and move provisionally top of the LaLiga standings. The hosts opened the scoring in the seventh minute on Saturday when Alex Baena’s corner was deflected by Aurelien Tchouameni, allowing Juan Foyth to score from close range. Real Madrid levelled 10 minutes later when Mbappe pounced on Brahim Diaz’s blocked shot and the ball landed at his feet for a close-range finish. Six minutes later, the French…

Pakistan slumped to a nine-wicket loss to in the first Twenty20 against New Zealand in Christchurch on Sunday after failing to defend a meagre score of 91. The tourists began the five-match series in disastrous fashion, reduced to 11-4 at the end of the fifth over after towering paceman Kyle Jamieson ran amok with the new ball. They were eventually dismissed for their lowest score in a T20 on New Zealand soil and the home side had few problems in responding with 92-1 off just 10.1 overs. Jamieson claimed three of the first four wickets to finish with 3-8 off…

PUBLISHED March 16, 2025 THARPARKAR: To a Karachiite, Tharparkar likely conjures images of suffering farmers or malnourished children. While these hardships are real and often underreported, in many ways, it is urban centres like Karachi that are impoverished – not in monetary wealth, but in culture, tradition and gratitude. Thar, in contrast, seems blessed with infinite riches. Over the past decade, mainstream news has largely focused on the extreme drought that gripped Thar around 2014 and lasted nearly six years. Yet, beyond its struggles, there is much to learn from the region, its people, and their way of life in…

McLaren’s Lando Norris begins the 2025 F1 season with victory ahead of Max Verstappen in an eventful and rain-affected Australian Grand Prix.McLaren’s Lando Norris swept to victory in a wet and wild Australian Grand Prix, holding off defending champion Max Verstappen in a white-knuckle finish to a Formula One season opener littered with crashes and safety cars. George Russell of Mercedes was third on the slippery Albert Park circuit, where only 14 of the 20 cars finished in the treacherous conditions in Sunday’s race. Norris, the preseason favourite for the driver’s title, started the F1 season as he finished the…

The human body has evolved to shield its vital organs, from the brain’s hard skull and meninges to the ribs and sternum protecting the heart and lungs. Even abdominal structures are safeguarded by muscular layers. In contact sports, understanding these vulnerabilities can give competitors the edge, allowing them to take down an opponent with a knock-out or submission. HEAD AND NECK In many sports, a blow to the head is a quick route to a knock-out (KO). Strikes to the side of the head can lead to KOs — and, sadly, sometimes death. These blows can rupture vital blood vessels…

A plume of smoke billows during a U.S. strike on Yemen’s Houthi-held capital Sanaa early on March 16, 2025. Mohammed Huwais | Afp | Getty ImagesU.S. President Donald Trump launched large-scale military strikes against Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis on Saturday over the group’s attacks against Red Sea shipping, killing at least 31 people at the start of a campaign expected to last many days. Trump also warned Iran, the Houthis’ main backer, that it needed to immediately halt support for the group. He said if Iran threatened the United States, “America will hold you fully accountable and, we won’t be nice about…

By Asif Mahmood/Mahnoor Tahir Ali | PUBLISHED March 16, 2025 LAHORE: Imagine a hypothetical village where countless impoverished families are suffering under the dominance of a local mafia, which openly extorts money for fulfilling their basic needs. Finally, the state decides to interfere and rescue the oppressed people. However, contrary to popular expectations, instead of arresting the goons, the state simply gives a cheque to the extorter on behalf of the families and exits the situation, declaring itself a hero. Not much different is the role of the Punjab government in reinforcing the oppressive dowry culture through its Dhee Rani…