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Day: March 29, 2021

North Korea Accuses UNSC Of ‘Double Standard’ Over Meeting On Missile Test

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North Korea Accuses UNSC Of 'Double Standard' Over Meeting On Missile Test

North Korea has slammed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) over its recent missile tests, accusing it of double standards. According to the international news agency, North Korea launched a new type of short-range ballistic missile last week, on which Washington had requested the UN Security Council’s sanctions committee. According to Jo Chol Su, director-general … Read more

Holi 2021 In Pakistan: Tharparkar Celebrates The festival of Colours

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Holi 2021 In Pakistan: Tharparkar Celebrates The festival of Colours

Like the rest of the country, the colours of Holi spread in the Tharparkar district of Sindh where the Hindu community celebrated its religious festival with great devotion and respect. In Tharparkar, colourful festivals of Holi were celebrated in Mithi, Islamkot, Nangarparkar, Chachro, Cheelhar, Dahli, Diplo, Chloe, Kantio, Kasbo and other cities. The main Holi … Read more

“Hafeez Shaikh carried out financial affairs With Full Efforts”: Shibli Faraz

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Hafeez Shaikh replaced as Finance Minister

After Hammad Azhar’s appointment as Finance Minister replacing Hafeez Shaikh, several political leaders extend congratulatory messages to him over his new position.

Whereas, other Opposition leaders termed Hafeez Shaikh’s replacement as a victory.

Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the federal government move to sack the finance minister Hafeez Shaikh is the victory of the Pakistan Democratic Movement.

While took to Twitter Bilawal said, “PTIMF minister needed to be elected to continue in post & senate defeat made that impossible. Now government admits inflation is skyrocketing because of its failed policies. The parliamentary opposition has proven most effective vs this regime.”

Replying to Bilawal, Minister for Information Shibli Faraz in his tweet said that the former finance minister is a very sophisticated and hardworking man. As a financial advisor, he carried out government affairs with diligence and national spirit.

“Despite difficult circumstances, he contributed to the economic betterment of the country. We fully appreciate his efforts,” he added.

Note that, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz has said that Minister for Industry and Production Hamad Azhar has been given the portfolio of the Finance Ministry in place of Abdul Hafeez Shaikh.

According to sources, the Prime Minister was also worried about inflation while Abdul Hafeez Sheikh as Finance Minister failed to control inflation. He is also the head of the National Price Control Committee.

The second reason for removing Hafeez Shaikh is the order of the Islamabad High Court that only elected representatives can head the cabinet committee.

Following the court’s decision, Shaikh was promoted from Finance Adviser to Finance Minister, while Hafeez Sheikh was sworn in as Finance Minister on December 10.

Under the constitution, the minister was to be elected to the National Assembly or the Senate within six months. Hafeez Sheikh’s six-month term as finance minister will expire on June 9.

The Prime Minister has decided to give the pen to the elected representative for negotiations and budget with the IMF.

Sources said that Hamad Azhar is being made the finance minister in view of his double budget presentation.

The move by the federal government comes just weeks after the defeat of Abdul Hafeez Shaikh by joint PDM candidate Yousuf Raza Gilani in the March 3 Senate general election in Islamabad.

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Old picture of wasim Akram celebrating holi in India goes viral on internet

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wasim

Former skipper of Pakistan Cricket team Wasim Akram is known as the magnificent all-rounder in the world, through his brilliant batting and bowling skills. An Indian cricket analyst shared a photo with Wasim Akram which has gone viral on the internet, Pakistan team celebrated Holi in India back in the 1980s. The cricket fans of … Read more

Humayun Saeed Prays For President Alvi’s Speedy Recovery

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President Alvi

Actor Humayun Saeed, who has been honored with the pride of performance award on Pakistan Day, wished for President Arif Alvi’s health. Earlier on Monday, President Dr Arif Alvi was tested positive for the novel Coronavirus. The President took to Twitter and wrote, “I have tested positive for Covid-19. May Allah have mercy on all … Read more

Suez Canal blockage could affect the smartphones industry

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canal

Egypt’s Suez Canal which is one the most important sea route was blocked by Panama-registered vessels. As per reports, the blockage has delayed for almost a week and has left many of ships waiting on both sides of the canal which is a 200km shortcut from Asia to Europe, connecting the Red sea to the … Read more

Hammad Azhar’s Childhood Photo Makes Rounds On Internet

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Hammad Azhar

A childhood photo of newly appointed Finance Minister Hammad Azhar is making rounds on the internet.

The newly appointed Finance Minister can be seen sitting next to Prime Minister Imran Khan in his childhood photo.

According to the details, Prime Minister Imran Khan was unhappy with former Finance minister Hafeez Shaikh’s performance due to “rising inflation” across Pakistan.

Taking to Twitter, the minister wrote, “I am honoured to be entrusted with the additional charge of Finance by the Prime Minister. Pakistan’s economy has made significant gains towards stabilization since 2018. We shall continue to consolidate these gains and strengthen the growth momentum.”

He further added, “We navigated econ fallout of covid-19 fairly well. The world is witnessing supply chain disruptions and the rise in food prices. We shall endeavour to protect our people from these shocks. With hard work and integrity, we will InshAllah build Naya Pakistan under the leadership of PM Imran Khan.”

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Shab-e-Barat: Pakistani celebrities give special message on 15 Sha’ban

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Shab-e-Barat Pakistani celebrities

Shab-e-Barat, the Night of Forgiveness is being observed today on 15 Sha’ban in Pakistan with religious zeal. 

Shab-e-Barat holds immense significance among Muslims. The night is celebrated every year in the mid of Shaban-on the night between the 14th and 15th of Sha’ban.

What Is Shab-E-Barat?

In South Asia, Nisf Shaban is known as Shab-e-Barat. In Arabic, it is called Lailatul Barat. In Indonesia, it is called Nisfu Syaban. It is called Berat Kandili in Malaysia and Turkey.

Muslims considered Shab-e-Barat as a night of forgiveness. Muslims especially prayer the whole night to seek the blessings of Allah almighty and ask forgiveness from him. 

Shaban is the eighth month of the holy Islamic calendar. According to sources,

Aishah bint Abu Bakr (R.A.) reported that:

“The Messenger of Allah did not fast in any month of the year more than he did in Shaban. He used to fast all of Shaban.” (An-Nasai: 2180)

Pakistani Celebrities Extend Shab-e-Barat Wishes:

Saba Qamar:

Ali Zafar:

Sadaf Kanwal:

Shahroz Sabzawari:

Noor Bukhari:

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Sacking Finance Minister Is Victory of PDM: Bilawal

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PPP Chairman

Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the federal government moves to sack the finance minister Hafeez Sheikh is the victory of the Pakistan Democratic Movement. While took to Twitter Bilawal said, “PTIMF minister needed to be elected to continue in post & senate defeat made that impossible. Now government admits … Read more

Shab-e-Barat: Political Leaders Convey Heartfelt Greetings To All Muslims

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Shab-e-Barat political leaders

Shab-e-Barat, the Night of Forgiveness is being observed today on 15 Sha’ban in Pakistan with religious fervour. 

Shab-e-Barat holds immense significance among Muslims. The night is celebrated every year in the mid of Shaban-on the night between the 14th and 15th of Sha’ban.

What Is Shab-E-Barat?

In South Asia, Nisf Shaban is known as the Night of Forgiveness. In Arabic, it is called Lailatul Barat. In Indonesia, it is called Nisfu Syaban. It is called Berat Kandili in Malaysia and Turkey.

Muslims considered Shab-e-Barat as a night of forgiveness. Muslims especially prayer the whole night to seek the blessings of Allah almighty and ask forgiveness from him. 

Shaban is the eighth month of the holy Islamic calendar. According to sources,

Aishah bint Abu Bakr (R.A.) reported that:

“The Messenger of Allah did not fast in any month of the year more than he did in Shaban. He used to fast all of Shaban.” (An-Nasai: 2180)

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“We shall endeavour to protect people from shocks of inflation”: Hammad Azhar

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Hammad Azhar

Federal Minister for Industries Hammad Azhar has been appointed as the new Finance Minister here on Monday.

Prime Minister Imran Khan was unhappy with former Finance minister Hafeez Shaikh’s performance due to “rising inflation” across Pakistan and is replaced by Hammad Azhar.

Taking to Twitter, the minister wrote, “I am honoured to be entrusted with the additional charge of Finance by the Prime Minister. Pakistan’s economy has made significant gains towards stabilization since 2018. We shall continue to consolidate these gains and strengthen the growth momentum.”

He further added, “We navigated econ fallout of covid-19 fairly well. The world is witnessing supply chain disruptions and the rise in food prices. We shall endeavour to protect our people from these shocks. With hard work and integrity, we will InshAllah build Naya Pakistan under the leadership of PM Imran Khan.”

Furthermore, Prime Minister Imran Khan will also reshuffle the portfolios of several other federal ministers in the coming days after recovering from COVID-19.

Hafeez Shaikh’s Defeat Against Gilani in Senate Elections:

Moreover, the decision regarding Shaikh’s replacement came after a major electoral battle, former Prime Minister and Opposition Leader Yousaf Raza Gilani had secured victory against PTI’s Dr. Abdul Hafeez Shaikh.

Gilani had gained 169 votes whereas Abdul Hafeez Shaikh could only gain 164 votes.

Back in 2019, Hafeez Shaikh had been appointed Advisor on Finance amidst the cabinet reshuffle, after Minister for Finance Asad Umar tendered in his resignation.

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Multi-National Air Exercise Aces Mate-2021 Launched at PAF Operational Air Base

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Multi-National Air Exercise Aces Mate-2021 Launched at PAF Operational Air Base

The Multi-National Air Exercise Aces Mate-2021 has commenced today at an Operational Air Base of Pakistan Air Force (PAF). The air forces of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the United States are taking part in the exercises, while the air forces of Bahrain, Egypt and Jordan have been invited to participate as observers. Air Vice-Marshal Waqas … Read more

Virat Kohli fears about the ‘lengthy covid-19 bubbles’

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kholi

Indian Skipper Virat Kohli said that staying in lengthy ‘bubbles’ is not sustainable as it takes a toll on players’ mental well-being. Kohli said at the post-match presentation ceremony, “As I said, a couple of days ago as well, scheduling is something that needs to be looked at in the future.” “Because playing in bubbles … Read more

This Video Will Make You Cry Out Of Love

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You may have watched several romantic videos, but we bet, you have never watched such a heart-touching video ever in your life. For some people love is just a feeling but for some, love is everything. A TikTok video is making rounds on social media in which an elderly couple is celebrating their togetherness and … Read more

Hammad Azhar Appointed As Finance Minister, Hafeez Sheikh Removed From Office

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Hammad Azhar Appointed As Finance Minister Hafeez Sheikh

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz has said that Minister for Industry and Production Hamad Azhar has been given the portfolio of Finance Ministry in place of Abdul Hafeez Sheikh. According to sources, the Prime Minister was also worried about inflation while Abdul Hafeez Sheikh as Finance Minister failed to control inflation. Abdul … Read more

PM Imran reiterates Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity

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PM Imran Saudi Crown Prince

Prime Minister Imran Khan has on Monday received a telephone call from the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

The Crown Prince inquired about the Prime Minister’s health and wished him a speedy recovery. PM Imran also inquired about the well-being of Mohammed Bin Salman since he had recently undergone a surgical procedure.

During their conversation, the premier lauded the transformational “Green Saudi Initiative” and the “Green Middle East initiative” recently announced by the Crown Prince in Saudi Arabia.

He also highlighted Pakistan’s “10 billion Tree Tsunami” initiative, which is underway in the whole country, and its potential dividends to restore the ecosystem and combat climate change.

While highlighting the complementarities between both countries’ environmental initiatives, the Prime Minister hoped for enhanced bilateral cooperation and knowledge sharing in this field.

Furthermore, Prime Minister Imran Khan conveyed warm wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

PM Imran, however, reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire to further strengthen amiable and fraternal ties with Saudi Arabia and also reiterated Pakistan’s support for the Kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Also, both the leaders agreed to work together to further augment bilateral ties in all spheres.

The Crown Prince also invited the Prime Minister to undertake a visit to Saudi Arabia in the near future.

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FM Calls On Turkish Counterpart On Sideline Of `Heart of Asia` Conference

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FM Calls On Turkish Counterpart On Sideline Of `Heart of Asia` Conference

Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi meets with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu on the sidelines of the 9th Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process Conference in Dushanbe. During the meeting, issues of mutual interest including bilateral relations and law and order situation in the region were discussed. Turkish Foreign Minister appreciated Pakistan’s efforts for peace in … Read more

Video: Ajay Devgn Beaten Up Outside Club? Find Out!

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A video is making rounds on social media in which many netizens claimed that Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn was beaten up outside Delhi’s Aerocity mall. However, the Singham actor’s team has issued a clarification on the viral video. Ajay’s team in the clarification statement said that the person in the viral video is not him … Read more

Shab-e-Barat: Pakistan’s Cricket Fraternity Extend Greetings On 15 Sha’ban

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Shab-e-Barat greetings by cricketers

Shab-e-Barat, the Night of Forgiveness is being observed today on 15 Sha’ban in Pakistan with religious fervour. 

Shab-e-Barat holds immense significance among Muslims. The night is celebrated every year in the mid of Shaban-on the night between the 14th and 15th of Sha’ban.

What Is Shab-E-Barat?

In South Asia, Nisf Shaban is known as Shab-e-Barat. In Arabic, it is called Lailatul Barat. In Indonesia, it is called Nisfu Syaban. It is called Berat Kandili in Malaysia and Turkey.

Muslims considered Shab-e-Barat as a night of forgiveness. Muslims especially prayer the whole night to seek the blessings of Allah almighty and ask forgiveness from him. 

Shaban is the eighth month of the holy Islamic calendar. According to sources,

Aishah bint Abu Bakr (R.A.) reported that:

“The Messenger of Allah did not fast in any month of the year more than he did in Shaban. He used to fast all of Shaban.” (An-Nasai: 2180)

Cricket Fraternity Extends Shab-e-Barat Greetings:

However, the entire cricket fraternity has extended greetings and prayed for all those who are going through tough times.

Babar Azam wrote, “This Shab-e-Barat, the night of blessings, remember us and everyone around you in your special prayers. May Allah bless you with health, protection, happiness and love for the whole year.”

Celebration:

On this auspicious night, people tend to distribute sweets and other delicacies to each other. People also pray to Allah Almighty in the congregation. Men visit graveyards and pray for the departed souls. Mosques and homes are decorated as well.

Fasting:

Fasting in Shaban is not a Farz. However, some people keep fast on 15th Shaban as nafl worship. Fasting in Shaban is Sunnah.

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India goes ahead against Pakistan in ICC CWC Super League points table

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Indian team goes ahead against Pakistan team in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Super league points table. As per reports, the Indian Cricket Team gained 20 points after beating England 2-1 in the three-match one-day international (ODI) series on Sunday. Cricket World Cup Super League is qualifying round for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, … Read more

Defence Minister Parvez Khattak Tests Covid Positive

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Parvez Khattak

Defence Minister Parvez Khattak has tested positive for coronavirus,  the Sindh Governor has confirmed in a Tweet. Sindh Governor Imran Ismail also sent good wishes to the federal minister and prayed for a speedy recovery. Perwaiz Khatak is diagnosed with Covid positive. Get well soon PK — Imran Ismail (@ImranIsmailPTI) March 29, 2021 Earlier today, … Read more

When will Ramadan begin In Pakistan This Year?

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Ramadan 2021

When will the Muslims observe the first fast of Ramadan and when will be Eid-ul-Fitr celebrated in Pakistan this year? Meteorologists have made big predictions in this regard.

According to the details, regarding the first fast in Pakistan, the meteorologist said that this year the first fast will be on April 14 while Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on May 14.

Meteorologists say there will be 30 days of fasting across Pakistan this year, and Ramadan will begin on April 14.

On the other hand, the Saudi government has announced that Iftar gatherings and I’tikaf will not be allowed in the Masjid al-Haram and Masjid al-Nabawi during Ramadan.

However, Masjid-e-Nabawi will reopen two hours before Fajr prayers and close half an hour after Taraweeh prayers.

Moreover, except during the last ten days of Ramadan, when the mosque will be open for 24 hours.

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President Arif Alvi Contracts Coronavirus; Prays For All Covid Affectees

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President Israeli Bombardment

President Dr Arif Alvi has tested positive for the novel Coronavirus here on Monday (today).

Taking to Twitter, the President wrote, “I have tested positive for Covid-19. May Allah have mercy on all Covid affectees. Had 1st dose of vaccine،but antibodies start developing after 2nd dose that was due in a week. Please continue to be careful.”

President Alvi has also prayed for all the COVID-19 affectees and urged the masses to stay very careful as the new wave is more serious than the previous two.

Earlier, the President of Pakistan and First Lady Samina Alvi had received shots of the COVID-19 vaccine doses in Islamabad.

President Dr. Arif Alvi along with his wife Samina Arif Alvi had reached Tarlai Vaccination Center for COVID-19 vaccine doses.

He had said that the vaccine is being administered to senior citizens in Pakistan as per age categories.

The President said that he got himself registered on the Helpline 1166 and received the shots as per turn.

Dr Arif Alvi said that the government has introduced an easy and the best mechanism to avoid long queues.

The President had advised the people that they should continue wearing face masks, frequent hand washing, and maintaining social distancing to curb the virus spread.

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C-category Passengers’ Entry Into Pakistan Is Subject To ‘Special Permit’

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C-category Passengers' Entry Into Pakistan Is Subject To 'Special Permit'

The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has relaxed the ban on passengers coming to Pakistan from C-category countries. Passengers from 12 C-category countries will now be allowed to travel under special permits. The government of Pakistan had decided to impose a complete ban on the entry of travellers from C-category countries from March 23 to April … Read more

PM Imran Determined To Eradicate Corrupt Mafias: Shibli Faraz

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Shibli Faraz

Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shibli Faraz has on Monday (today) said that Prime Minister Imran Khan is determined to take on the mafias.

Taking to his Twitter, Faraz wrote, “Crusade against the mafias who exploit poor people of Pakistan. PMIK determined to take them on.”

Earlier, Shibli Faraz said that the PML-N Vice President Maryam Nawaz had harmed the party with her childish politics.

Shibli Faraz had claimed that these Opposition leaders are only trying to save their corrupt forefathers, however, they know very well about their parents’ tactics in blaming the National Accountability Bureau (NAB).

He further added that the Opposition never focused on providing relief to the masses, but they are well aware of mishandling the country’s situation for their own benefits.

The minister further urged the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) leaders to help the masses in this difficult time as the third COVID strain is more dangerous than the previous ones.

Also, he urged people to get vaccinated as soon as possible. “We are taking every step to control inflation and trying to expand the targeted subsidy policy to facilitate general masses,” Faraz added.

“Under our universal health care program, we are going to provide health cards across Punjab on the pattern of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Faraz had urged the JUI leader Maulana Fazalur Rehman not to misguide the people about the Coronavirus situation and the vaccination.

Lambasting at the Opposition, Shibli added that “the government is not worried about their plans but they should do something positive that can serve masses in the pandemic”.

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Shab-e-Barat: Muslims Observe The Night of Emancipation

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Shab-e-Baraat

Muslims around different countries of the world are observing the night of Emancipation “Shab-e-Baraat” mostly known as the night of forgiveness today (15 Shab’an). What Is Shab-E-Barat? Shab-e-Barat holds immense significance among Muslims. The night is celebrated every year in the mid of Shaban-on the night between the 14th and 15th of Shaban. Several countries … Read more

PIA denies reports of ATR planes being grounded

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PIA To Operate Two-Way Flights From Islamabad To Manchester

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) on Monday denied the reports of ATR planes being grounded. PIA Spokesperson in a statement today said, ‘All PIA ATR aircrafts are part of the flight operations, and not a single aircraft has been grounded. They perfectly safe and airworthy.’ According to the Spokesperson, all the reports related to the grounding … Read more

Govt Initiates Drastic Measures To Control Inflation In Country

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Inflation

The National Price Control Committee has taken steps to control inflation, as per the directions of Prime Minister Imran Khan. The Prime Minister will chair the Price Control Committee meeting four times a month to ensure the supply of food items at government rates. It has also been decided to create cheap markets on a … Read more

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