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HBO’s blockbuster “Game of Thrones” actor Kit Harington has acknowledged that the popular show’s ending was rushed after eight seasons. In a recent interview with a US media outlet, the actor, who played Jon Snow in the show, said that it was not possible to continue the show as the cast members were exhausted. ‘Game of Thrones’ ended the final season after six episodes compared to the usual ten as fans slammed the showrunners for allegedly rushing the ending of the show. While Kit Harrington agreed with fans that the ending was rushed, he said that all of the actors were tired and could not continue any further “I think if there was any fault with the end of ‘Thrones,’ is that we were all so f–king tired, we couldn’t have gone on longer,” said Harington. “And so I understand some people thought it was rushed and I might agree with them. But I’m not sure there was any alternative. I look at pictures of me in that final season and I look exhausted. I look spent. I didn’t have anoth...

ISLAMABAD: Following the arrest of former DG-ISI Lieutenant General (retd) Faiz Hameed, Senator Faisal Vawda asserted that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its founder will now get on back foot, ARY News reported on Monday. Speaking to ARY News, Senator Faisal Vawda suggested that Faiz Hameed’s case is merely the beginning of a much larger investigation, as more names might emerge as the investigation is underway in the Top City case. “Many ‘idols’ are yet to fall,” Vawda remarked. He stressed that the situation surrounding Faiz Hameed, who is now facing court-martial under the Pakistan Army Act, is just the start of a broader crackdown on those who have previously considered themselves above the law. READ: Former DG ISI Faiz Hameed to face trial by court-martial Vawda also hinted at further scrutiny for those involved in the events of May 9, asserting that they too will be held accountable. The senator praised the army’s leadership, particularly the army chief, for initia...

PARIS: Against all odds, the Paris Olympics have delivered. Just a few weeks ago, the chances of a successful Games in the City of Light seemed slim. France was in a political crisis. Security officials were fearful of an attack. Many French people seemed nonplussed. The International Olympic Committee, under pressure from sponsors and broadcasters after COVID led to largely spectator-less Games in Beijing and Tokyo, could barely afford another miss. But as the Games draw to a close with a ceremony at the Stade de France on Sunday, those fears appear little more than historical footnotes, with Paris rejuvenating the Olympic brand. “France surprised people,” said Michael Payne, a former IOC marketing chief who has also worked with bid cities and sponsors, especially as recent Paris events such as the 2022 UEFA Champions League final had been marred by trouble. It worked beyond anyone’s wildest dreams.” By avoiding costly white elephants, and prioritising temporary stadiums nestled...

Ali Mohammad Khan, a central leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), emphasized that the issue at hand is not about re-election but about reclaiming the mandate, ARY News reported on Sunday. Speaking on ARY News’ program, “Aiteraz hai”, Ali Mohammad Khan stated that while Maulana Fazlur Rehman and PTI may share the view that there was ‘fraud’ in the electoral process, their perspectives are not entirely aligned. He pointed out that on February 8, PTI received a clear mandate, which he believes was manipulated by the Election Commission and its procedures. He mentioned that Form 45, which is crucial in the election process, was discarded, leading to what he describes as the theft of PTI’s mandate. He asserted that if the mandate is restored, PTI would secure a majority in Parliament. The PTI leader also addressed past allegations against the party in the 2018 and 2013 elections, questioning the legitimacy of the 2024 elections, and reiterated that PTI’s mandate, especially in Kar...

Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has revealed how his signature “arms out” pose was invented with the help of a notable choreographer. In his decades-long career, the “Dunki” actor has given multiple iconic performances, however, his signature “arms out’ pose remains permanent in almost all of his movies. Now, Shah Rukh Khan has given credit to senior Bollywood choreographer Saroj Khan for the pose. When asked about the pose during the 77th Locarno Film Festival, the “Raees” actor revealed that Saroj Khan told him to just stretch his arms out when he could not perform a specific dance step. According to Khan, Bollywood actors in the 90s were supposed to know how to ‘dip’ during dance performances. However, Khan could not perform the step and was left ashamed on set. “Then I felt very ashamed of myself and all night I kept doing this.” Read more: Shah Rukh Khan confirms movie titled ‘King’ Khan recalled going to the shoot the very next day and telling choreographer Saroj Khan that ...

SOUTHAMPTON: Veteran West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard smashed Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan all over the park in The Hundred 2024. Kieron Pollard, representing Southern Braves in The Hundred, launched a brutal attack on Rashid as he hit the Afghan spinner for five consecutive sixes towards the back end of the run chase against Trent Rockets. Prior to his surreal thrashing of Rashid Khan, Kieron Pollard was taking his time to get settled as he was on six off 14 balls. He, however, made an astounding recovery and went on to score a 23-ball 45, paving the way for the Braves to chase down the 127-run target with a ball to spare. For his quickfire knock, Kieron Pollard was adjudged the Player of the Match. The Braves had slipped to 78/6 after 80 balls when Sam Cook dismissed Akeal Hosein. Rashid Khan came to bowl the next over with Kieron Pollard on strike. The leg-spinner bowled a shorter delivery on the middle stump which Pollard comfortably launched for a six by backing aw...

KARACHI: Remittances sent by overseas Pakistanis recorded an inflow of US$ 3 billion during July 2024, the first month of the current fiscal year, ARY News reported citing the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). In a statement issued here, the central bank said that in terms of growth during July 2024, remittances increased by 47.6 percent on a year-on-year basis “Remittances inflows during July 2024 were mainly sourced from Saudi Arabia (US$761.1 million), United Arab Emirates (US$611.1 million), United Kingdom (US$ 443.5 million), and, the United States of America (US$300.1 million),” the SBP’s statement read. Read More: Workers’ remittances increased by 54.2pc YoY in May Earlier, the SBP reported  the workers’ remittances increased by 10.7 percent during the fiscal year 2023-24 compared to the inflows of the fiscal year 2022-23. According to latest SBP data, workers’ remittance were recorded at US$ 30.3 billion during the fiscal year 2023-24 as compared to the inflows of US...