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Temu Price Surge in Pakistan: New Tax or Company Markup?

The prices of goods on the Chinese online shopping app Temu in Pakistan have increased dramatically following the implementation of Pakistan's new 'Digital Presence Procedures Tax Act', which imposes a 5% tax on goods sold in Pakistan by foreign online stores. This has led to significant consumer fr...

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Pakistan Kills 30 Fighters After Border Attack

Pakistan's army reported killing 30 Pakistan Taliban fighters attempting to cross the border from Afghanistan in the last three days, seizing weapons and explosives, following a suicide attack last week that killed 16 Pakistani soldiers; Pakistan blames India for supporting the fighters.

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Czech Climber Dies on Nanga Parbat

Czech climber Klára Kolouchová died Thursday while descending Nanga Parbat in Pakistan after experiencing health issues at Camp 4; recovery efforts are underway.

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64 Dead in Pakistan Monsoon Floods

Monsoon rains in Pakistan have caused flash floods and house collapses, resulting in 64 deaths (nearly half children) in one week, with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces most affected; the national meteorological service warns of continued high risk.

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Bollywood Actress Dies Suddenly; Anti-Aging Injections Investigated

Bollywood actress Shefali Zariwala, known for the 2002 hit song "Kanta Laga," died suddenly at age 42 on June 27th, 2024 in Mumbai, India; police suspect anti-aging injections may have contributed to her death, prompting discussions about the risks of such treatments.

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Pakistan May Extend Deadline for Afghan Refugees

Facing international criticism, Pakistan is considering extending the June 30th deadline for 1.4 million Afghan refugees to return home, with a potential decision coming Tuesday; this follows a 2023 crackdown on undocumented foreigners, raising concerns about Afghanistan's capacity to absorb the ret...

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Czech Mountaineer Dies on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat

Czech mountaineer Klara Kolouchova died after falling on Nanga Parbat in Pakistan; a three-day rescue operation was unsuccessful due to the treacherous terrain, highlighting the mountain's reputation as the 'Killer Mountain' with a 23% fatality rate.

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Pakistan Kills Over 30 Militants in North Waziristan

Pakistan's military claims to have killed over 30 TTP-affiliated militants in a three-day operation in North Waziristan, following a suicide bombing that killed 16 Pakistani soldiers last week; Pakistan blames Afghanistan for allowing militants to operate and accuses India of supporting separatist g...

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Pakistani Climate Activist Deported from Canada Amidst Spousal Sponsorship Issues

Pakistani climate activist Zain Haq was deported from Canada in January 2024 after his student visa was revoked for ceasing his studies and missing a spousal sponsorship deadline; his Canadian wife returned to Canada after a month in Pakistan due to safety concerns, while he continues climate activi...

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UK-Pakistan Collaboration Leads to Life Sentences in Sara Sharif Murder Case

Following the murder of 10-year-old Sara Sharif in the UK, her father Urfan Sharif and stepmother Beinash Batool fled to Pakistan in August 2023; Pakistani authorities, facing pressure due to international attention and the importance of UK-Pakistan relations, facilitated their return to the UK in D...

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Pakistan's UN Security Council Presidency Amidst India Tensions

Pakistan assumed the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council on Tuesday, amidst heightened geopolitical tensions and a recent conflict with India over Kashmir. Pakistan's representative emphasized their commitment to peaceful conflict resolution, while India is preparing a counter-strategy fo...

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32 Dead in Pakistan Flash Floods; Government Response Under Fire

Flash floods in Pakistan caused by heavy rains killed at least 32 people, including 16 children, in the past 36 hours; a family of tourists died after being swept away by floodwaters while waiting over an hour for rescue, prompting outrage and investigations into the provincial government's response...

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