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PM Shehbaz 'woos' Fazl as PTI, JUI-F join hands in parliament

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PM Shehbaz Sharif meets JUI-F supremo Maulana Fazlur Rehman on August 30, 2024. — PID Premier Shehbaz assures Fazl of addressing reservations.Govt "seeks JUI-F supremo's support to cope with challenges".President Zardari met Fazl to "discuss key legislation" last... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/TCFvoQz via IFTTT

Era of uninterrupted dialogue with Pakistan is over, says Indian FM

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Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar waits in front of the Polish Prime Minister’s Office in Warsaw, Poland on August 22, 2024 for the arrival of Indian Prime Minister Modi. — AFP India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Friday... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/1ciT4mO via IFTTT

Swiatek calls for more tools to help players combat online abuse

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Iga Swiatek after beating Ena Shibahara on day four of the 2024 US Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. — Reuters Five-times Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek on Thursday called for the sport's governing bodies to provide players with more... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/nleVr7k via IFTTT

PMD forecasts widespread rains, strong winds across country

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During the heavy rain in Lahore, a person going with own motorcycle from the flood on August 1, 2024. — AFP The Pakistan Meteorological Department on Thursday forecast more widespread rain with windstorm in all across the country during the next 24 hours. In a statement,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/dNiAuH7 via IFTTT

Karachi schools to remain closed tomorrow amid heavy rain forecast

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Children are on the way to their school. — APP/File KARACHI: The local authorities have announced the closure of all public and private schools in Karachi tomorrow amid heavy rain forecast. In a statement on later Thursday, Karachi Commissioner Hassan Ali Naqvi said the decision... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/mLlsnON via IFTTT

Shoaib Malik 'thrilled' to mentor Stallions ahead of Champions One-Day Cup

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Newly appointed mentor of Stallions Shoaib Malik. — AFP/File LAHORE: Former Pakistan captain and two-time ICC Event winner Shoaib Malik will mentor the Stallions in next month’s Champions One-Day Cup, which will be played at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad from September... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/9gpOjLZ via IFTTT

Earthquake tremors felt in Islamabad, KP cities

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A representational image of a Richter scale measuring an earthquake. — AFP/File Earthquake tremors Thursday have been felt in Islamabad and other parts of the country including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The KP cities rocked by the quake tremors include... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/auBwh1R via IFTTT

Heavy rain likely as strong monsoon system to hit Karachi, Hyderabad today

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Motorcyclists navigate through the city rain during the monsoon season in Hyderabad on August 2, 2024. — APPKarachi "may receive" 150mm to 200mm rain in next three days.Meteorologist says strong weather system present 270 km away.Surjani Town received highest amount of rain in city on... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/DxrmpAW via IFTTT

Paris Paralympics open in City of Light

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General view of athletes of France during the opening ceremony as the Obelisk of Luxor on the Place de la Concorde is seen on August 28, 2024. —Reuters PARIS: The opening ceremony of the Paris Paralympics got underway on Wednesday in the centre of the French capital,... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/1H6stui via IFTTT

Dawid Malan, England's top-ranked batter, retires from international cricket

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Dawid Malan watches another a six flying towards the boundary during his unbeaten 99 for England against South Africa in the third T20I. — Reuters After being dropped from the Australia series, England's former top-ranked ICC T20I batter Dawid Malan on Wednesday retired from... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/dtj80X3 via IFTTT

Cristiano Ronaldo likely to retire at Al Nassr — but when?

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Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo applauds fans after a match. — Reuters/File Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo said that he is likely to hang his boots while at his current club, Saudi Pro League giant Al-Nassr, but he isn't sure when that day will come. "I don't... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/Ltag6Rp via IFTTT

More rains with thunders expected in Karachi in next 24 hours

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In this undated photo, a road is seen submerged under rainwater. — APP/FilePMDA making efforts to minimise inconvenience: DG. PMD says heavy rains likely in some parts of Karachi. Highest rainfall, at 62mm, recorded in Gulshan-e-Hadid. Following normal to heavy rains... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/IzV4Mtv via IFTTT

PFF imposes lifetime ban on 22 former officials

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This undated photo shows Pakistan Football Federation house in Lahore. — Geo Super website/file KARACHI: The Pakistan Football Federation Disciplinary Committee has imposed a life ban on 22 former officials, including Syed Ashfaq Hussain Shah, Amir Dogar and Sardar Naved Haider, for... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/Fw2AOqG via IFTTT

Action plan ready to bring down electricity tariff: Leghari

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Federal Minister of Energy Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari. — PID/FilePower minister calls power theft major shock to economy.Says apolitical members deputed in Discos to check pilferageExpresses hope that theft will soon be down by additional 40%. FAISALABAD: Claiming that the... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/3KSRxeO via IFTTT

Heavy to moderate rain lashes parts of Karachi

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People commute during heavy rain in Karachi. — APP/File KARACHI: Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds lash parts of the urban port city on Monday night as the Meteorological Office forecast possible occurrence of showers from August 27 till 31 in the Sindh province. Rain... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/sjuienz via IFTTT

PPP, PML-N make headway in Punjab power-sharing talks

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Coordination committees of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and Pakistan People's Party hold meeting at Governor House, Lahore on August 25, 2024. Screengrab/Geo News PML-N agrees to consult PPP in advance on policy matters.Hassan Murtaza denies PPP's interest in seeking govt... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/fyjCOoi via IFTTT

No financial package for corrupt employees after PWD closure, PM says

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting in Peshawar on March 6, 2024. — PID Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed that the financial package for Public Works Department employees, who will be laid off due to the institution's dissolution, will not apply to those proven... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Ted3iy9 via IFTTT

PTA clarifies fake news around closure of ATMs

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A man uses an ATM for cash withdrawal. — Reuters/FileOperations of expired LDI licensees not suspended or shutdown.No such issue of non availability/ closure of LDI networks: PTAFake news circulated on WhatsApp, social media in Pakistan. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority ... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/wW8TiZD via IFTTT

11 pilgrims die after bus plunges into ditch on Makran Coastal Highway

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The ill-fated bus carrying pilgrims from Iran lies upside down after plunching into a ditch at the Makran Coastal Highway on August 25, 2024. — Reporter HUB/LASBELA: In another heart-wrenching tragedy, a bus carrying pilgrims plunged into a ditch at the Makran Coastal Highway... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/bYkNUFg via IFTTT

Amid closure report, minister says utility stores 'being restructured'

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People stand in a queue while waiting for their turn outside a utility store in Hyderabad. — APP/File Federal minister stresses need to bring reforms for utility stores.Some USC employees benefitting from subsidy, says Tanveer.Govt’s move prompted strong... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Rw9VqKT via IFTTT

WATCH: New father Shaheen Afridi celebrates wicket with 'rock-a-bye-baby' gesture

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Shaheen Shah Afridi celebrates after taking the wicket of Bangladesh’s Hasan Mahmud during the fourth day of the first Test cricket match between Pakistan and Bangladesh. — AFP Pakistan's ace pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi, who welcomed his first child, a baby boy, earlier on... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/nMLKxFj via IFTTT

Al-Raed vs Al-Nassr match draws after Ronaldo's goal ruled out by referees

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Al Nassr unveil new signing Cristiano Ronaldo at Mrsool Park, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on January 3, 2023. — Reuters Al-Nassr got off to an embarrassing start in the Saudi Professional League, failing to secure victory in their first match against Al-Raed on Thursday. Cristiano... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/cv1tmg6 via IFTTT

Govt requested Gandapur to postpone PTI's Islamabad rally, reveals spokesperson

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Government's spokesperson for legal affairs Barrister Aqeel Malik addresses a press conference in an undated picture. — APP/file Gandapur asked to postpone rally amid security concerns: Malik. Says PTI given conditional permission to hold jalsa on Sept 8.PTI workers can't be... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Fpjihgu via IFTTT

Bangaldesh's Shakib Al Hasan booked on murder charge

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Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan attends a practice session at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on August 15, 2024. —AFP A case of murder has been filed against Bangladeshi cricketer and ousted lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka. According... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/nyR0t6x via IFTTT

18,479 passengers coming from abroad 'screened' amid monkeypox scare

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Federal Secretary Health Nadeem Mahbub visits the Peshawar International Airport to review mpox arrangement, in Peshawar, on August 21, 2024. —PPISources say 4,595 passengers screened at Karachi airport.4,964 passengers screened at Lahore airport, say sources.About 4,790 passengers... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Tq3fvjQ via IFTTT

Smith edges England ahead in first Test against Sri Lanka

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England’s Jamie Smith celebrates his half-century on day two of the first Test match between England and Sri Lanka at Old Trafford cricket ground in Manchester, north-west England on August 22, 2024. — AFP MANCHESTER: Jamie Smith's latest Test fifty took England into... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/tA1nj6E via IFTTT

Ruling PML-N takes key ally PPP into confidence 'ahead of crucial legislation in parliament'

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif speaks as PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari looks on in this undated image. — AFP/File Sources say matters related to Punjab, Centre discussed in meeting.PPP shares concern over "constantly being ignored in Punjab".Sanaullah says another... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/GDsI3Ph via IFTTT

PTI rally: Islamabad schools to remain closed today

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Children are on the way to their school. — APP/File In view of a scheduled jalsa of the former ruling Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and a protest call by a religious party, the Islamabad district administration has decided to keep all the public and private educational institutions closed on... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Y6Tsnh2 via IFTTT

Cristiano Ronaldo's YouTube channel draws over 4.5m subscribers within hours

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Cristiano Ronaldo during a Saudi Super Cup match wearing the jersey of Al Nassr football club. — AFP/File Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo launched his YouTube channel on Wednesday and hundreds of thousands of subscribers signed up within a couple of hours. The... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/PqMv029 via IFTTT

Non-stop calls from Gujrat for Adnan Hussain who broke UK's Labour 70-year record

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The 34-year-old British Pakistani lawyer, Adnan Hussain. — Author LONDON: Independent candidate Adnan Hussain who broke a nearly 70-year record by unseating a Labour candidate in the northwestern ex-industrial town of Blackburn has said that Gaza was the issue that... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/2ziwLtN via IFTTT

35 Pakistani pilgrims killed in Iran bus accident: report

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Rescue workers are shifting the injured and the bodies to the hospital in this still taken from a video. — YouTube/Geo News TEHRAN: At least 35 people were killed and 15 others sustained injuries after a bus carrying Pakistani pilgrims met with an accident in Yazd,... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/VxnrJcs via IFTTT

Pakistani cueist Shahram Changezi 'makes history' at US snooker event

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In this undated photo, Pakistan's star snooker player Shahram Changezi aims a ball during a snooker match. — Geo News/reporter Karachi: Pakistani snooker player Shahram Changezi "created history" in American Snooker by becoming the first cueist to chalk a maximum 147 break... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/AJfL8HV via IFTTT

Mueed Baloch wins gold in World Cadet Games

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Pakistan Air Force's sprinter Abdul Mueed Baloch. — Author Pakistan’s sprinter Abdul Mueed Baloch has brought honour to the country by winning a gold medal in the 400-metre race in the ongoing games in Venezuela. The fourth International Military Sports Council ... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/3n4jucy via IFTTT

JI won't become part of any political alliance: Hafiz Naeem

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Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman addresses a press conference at the Idara Noor-e-Haq in Karachi on August 19, 2024. — Geo News/reporter KARACHI: Jamaat-e-Islami Emir Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Monday reiterated that his party would not become part of... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/bamXuTA via IFTTT

Cricket Players' Union to review the sport's 'broken' structure

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Pakistan players look dejected after South Africa win the match by 1 wicket.— Reuters/file The World Cricketers’ Association has launched a ground-breaking review into the sport’s "broken and unsustainable" schedule, AFP reported. The players’ union,... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/4AricPL via IFTTT

Gen (retd) Faiz caused more harm to PTI than good: Marwat

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PTI leader Sher Afzal Marwat is seen seated in his office in this still taken from a video. — X/@sherafzalmarwatMarwat says 70% of KP is facing lawlessness after TTP militants returned.Says PTI will hold rally on August 22 at all costs. Claims KP's caravan for August 22 rally to be... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/67lZGyc via IFTTT

Ronaldo's Al Nassr loses to Al Hilal in Saudi Super Cup final

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Cristiano Ronaldo during a Saudi Super Cup match wearing the jersey of Al Nassr football club. — AFP/File Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr has lost the Saudi Super Cup 2024 trophy to Al Hilal as his club just managed to score a single goal on Saturday. Al Hilal scored all of... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/Pqorgcs via IFTTT

PM Shehbaz reiterates govt's resolve to tackle power issues on priority

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs the meeting on the matters related to Power Division, Ministry of Energy on August 18, 2024. — APP Corrupt elements in Discos will be dealt with iron hand: premier.Orders coordination with provinces on energy-related issues.Discos... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/rnOuvd9 via IFTTT

PCAA directs all airlines to adopt preventive measures against monkeypox

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People are gathered at the Islamabad International Airport. — Geo News/ FileStaff of airlines, ground handling service 'must' wear masks.Authority instructs sanitising hands of staff and passengers.Luggage should also be disinfected, directs PCAA. KARACHI: The Pakistan Civil... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/O3ZXWaz via IFTTT

Eight killed as heavy rains batter parts of country

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Residents use a raft to move along a waterlogged street in a residential area after a heavy monsoon rainfall in Hyderabad. — AFP/File Monsoon rains wreak havoc in parts of country.Flash floods damage houses and crops. 10 injured in different parts of Balochistan. At... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/w6SPxhr via IFTTT

NDMA issues flash flood warning amid heavy rain forecast in parts of country

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Women walk amid heavy rainfall in Pakistan. — AFP/File ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority on Saturday issued an advisory for potential heavy rains and flash flooding in many parts of the country, anticipating that severe weather conditions expected to... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/nGzZswL via IFTTT

Karachi likely to witness heavy rain, thunder today

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Motorcyclists navigate through the city rain during the monsoon season in Hyderabad on August 2, 2024. — APPCloudy skies to persist over Karachi for next 24 hours.Port city to experience heavy rain both today, tomorrow.Monsoon spell in country likely to continue till August 25. KARACHI:... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/Kul89FE via IFTTT

FO urges Kabul to avoid unprovoked acts against Pak-Afghan border

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Zahra Baloch addresses a weekly press briefing in Islamabad on February 9, 2023, in this still taken from a video. — Facebook/MoFANo talks taking place with India for resumption of trade, says FO.Islamabad expects Kabul to take action against... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/iJHdrtc via IFTTT

PFF serves notices to over 100 individuals for being part of 'parallel association'

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The Pakistan Football Federation's logo. — PFF website KARACHI: The Disciplinary Committee of the Pakistan Football Federation's Normalisation Committee has issued notices to over 100 individuals for allegedly being part of 'unapproved and parallel... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/WXD8qLy via IFTTT

Authorities 'ensuring mpox screening' at Karachi airport amid spread risk

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Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. — Facebook/Jinnah International Airport/File KARACHI: The authorities are ensuring the mpox screening at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport, a spokesperson of the Pakistan Airports Authority said Friday, as the risk of disease... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/jqGAxD1 via IFTTT

KP minister Shakeel Ahmad resigns over 'corruption, bad governance'

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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Communication and Works Shakeel Ahmad Khan. — KP Assembly website/File Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Communication and Works Shakeel Ahmad Khan resigned from his post while levelling allegations of corruption and bad governance against... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/uoDTrRZ via IFTTT

Gen Bajwa threatened to impose martial law, reveals Khawaja Asif

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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif. — AFP/File Khawaja Asif says Bajwa sought extension for second time.Says Bajwa wanted extension to defuse deadlock.Says he, Malik Ahmed Khan are speaking about different situations. Defence Minister... from GEO NEWS - Pakistan https://ift.tt/LkK2Zsz via IFTTT

Champions Trophy 2025: BCCI secy says no decision yet on India's participation

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Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma in this undated photo. — Reuters Talking about the possibility of the Indian cricket team's tour to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy in February 2025, Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India Jay Shah said that the... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/cLjDezh via IFTTT

After Olympic triumph, Arshad Nadeem aims to break javelin throw's world record

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Pakistan's javelin thrower posing with his Olympic gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on August 9, 2024 at the Men's Javelin Throw Victory Ceremony in Stade de France, Saint-Denis, Paris, France. — Reuters KARACHI: Arshad Nadeem, who created history for Pakistan by... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/cZFY4mg via IFTTT

Spainish football star Yamal's father stabbed: report

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Mounir Nasraoui, father of soccer player Lamine Yamal, smiles in Bar El Cordobes at Rocafonda neighbourhood in Mataro, north of Barcelona, Spain, July 11, 2024. — Reuters The father of teenage Spain and Barcelona star Lamine Yamal was stabbed and left in a serious but stable condition,... from GEO NEWS - Sports https://ift.tt/sVZeQHK via IFTTT