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Champions Trophy: Ben Duckett’s heroics propel England to 351 against Australia

Champions Trophy: Ben Duckett's heroics propel England to 351 against Australia

LAHORE, FEB 22 /DNA/ – England set a massive 352-run target against Australia courtesy of Ben Duckett’s explosive innings of 165 runs and Joe Root’s fifty despite a shaky start in the fourth group-stage clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 being played at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. Put into bat first, England registered 351/8 on the board in their allotted 50 overs, courtesy of a marathon third-wicket partnership between Duckett and Joe Root. The 2019 World Cup winners, however, had a contrasting start to their innings as BenRead More


Serena Hotels hosts invitational golf tournament 2025 to promote sports diplomacy

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ISLAMABAD, FEB 22 /DNA/ – Serena Hotels Invitational Golf Tournament 2025 under its sports diplomacy initiative held at Margalla Green Golf Club. Scores of participants and spectators turned up to enjoy the great game of golf and admired Serena Hotel’s efforts to promote healthy sports activities and the spirit of community engagement. The event brought together golf enthusiasts from various backgrounds, showcasing Serena Hotels’ dedication to using sports as a platform to connect people and celebrate athletic excellence. The tournament featured four categories: Diplomats, Government & Armed Forces, Corporate, andRead More


PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit Azerbaijan for two-day state visit on Feb 24

PM Shehbaz Sharif to visit Azerbaijan for two-day state visit on Feb 24

ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (DNA): At the invitation of President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will pay a two-day state visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan from 24-25 February 2025. This marks Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s second visit to Azerbaijan since assuming office in March 2024. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including Deputy Prime Minister/ Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and other key members of the Cabinet, reflecting Pakistan’s strong commitment to deepening its engagement with Azerbaijan. During the visit, the twoRead More


The U.S. and Europe: Parting Ways

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By: Qamar Bashir Vice President J.D. Vance’s unwarranted, harsh, and undiplomatic remarks to European leaders deeply wounded the longstanding alliance between the U.S. and Europe. His speech was not just a critique—it was an outright attack on European traditions, governance, and society. He accused European nations of curbing illegal migration, suppressing democracy, restricting freedom of speech, and running inefficient institutions comparable to third-world countries. Furthermore, he charged Europe with exploiting U.S. taxpayers by using American funds to bolster European infrastructure, stockpile foreign exchange reserves, and strengthen military capabilities—all at theRead More


Champions Trophy: Australia dominate as England lose two early wickets, Salt falls cheaply

Champions Trophy: Australia dominate as England lose two early wickets, Salt falls cheaply

LAHORE: England’s Phil Salt made an aggressive start in the opening over, striking a boundary and a towering six. However, his stay at the crease was cut short in the following over after a stunning one-handed catch by Australia’s Alex Carey in the fourth group-stage clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday. At the 10-over mark, Jos Buttler’s men stood at 72-2, with Steve Smith’s Australian side keeping the pressure on early in the innings. Earlier, Australia won the toss and opted to fieldRead More


NUML launches nationwide “EnglishWorks” training to boost youth employability skills

NUML launches nationwide "EnglishWorks" training

ISLAMABAD, FEB 22 /DNA/ – The National University of Modern Languages (NUML) inaugurated the Country-wide Training of EnglishWorks: Administrators and Teachers at local hotel. The event marks a significant step in enhancing employability skills and English proficiency among Pakistani youth. “EnglishWorks” is a U.S.-funded initiative under the Regional English Language Office (RELO) that equips young Pakistanis with essential skills for professional success. The program focuses on English communication for business and various professions, critical thinking, problem-solving, personality development, and 21st-century digital and soft skills. To date, 6,000 youth have benefitedRead More