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• Iran earthquakes kill at least 180, injure 1,300
• Karachi police nab 5 murder, extortion suspects
• Karachi: Anti-polio campaign in 52 UCs to remain suspended
• Pietersen commits future to England
• Bolt leads Jamaica to 4x100m relay world record
• Germany win 2nd straight Olympic hockey gold
• Brazil stuns US for gold in women's volleyball
• US women win 4x400 relay to give Felix 3rd gold
• Olympics: Britains Farah wins 5000m gold
• Savinova of Russia wins women's 800m gold
• Keshorn Walcott wins Olympic javelin gold
• Chicherova wins Olympic women's high jump gold
• Taymazov of Uzbekistan wins 3rd straight Olympic
• China's Zou wins 2nd straight Olympic boxing gold
• 62 year-old man gets married with beloved

Iran earthquakes kill at least 180, injure 1,300 Posted: Two strong earthquakes leveled villages and damaged homes in northwestern Iran on Saturday, killing at least 180 people and injuring more than 1,350 others, state TV reported. Thousands of people spent the night outdoors as aftershocks rattled the area.The U.S. Geological Survey reported that Saturdays first quake at 4:53 p.m. (1223 GMT) had a magnitude of 6.4 and struck 37 miles (60 kilometers) northeast of the city of Tabriz at a depth of 9.9 kilometers (6.2 miles). Its epicenter was a region between the towns of Ahar and Haris, about 200 miles (500 kilometers) northwest of the capital Tehran, according to Khalil Saei, local Crisis Committee chief, the TV report said.The second quake with a magnitude of 6.3 struck 11 minutes later, the U.S.G.S. reported. Its epicenter was 29 miles (48 kilometers) northeast of Tabriz at a depth of 6.1 miles (9.8 kilometers).The quakes hit the towns of Ahar, Haris and Varzaqan in East Azerbaijan province, the TV report said. At least six villages were totally leveled, and 60 others sustained damage ranging from 50 to 80 percent, it said.At least 10 aftershocks jolted the same area and were felt in a wide region near the Caspian Sea, causing panic among the population.Saei urged people in the quake region to stay outdoors and spend the night at parks and open spaces in anticipation of more aftershocks. Authorities feared the death toll could rise as rescuers were still trying to reach people trapped under rubble and had not yet reacher some more remote villages.Iran is located on seismic fault lines and is prone to earthquakes. It experiences at least one earthquake every day on average, although the vast majority are so small they go unnoticed.In 2003, some 26,000 people were killed by a magnitude 6.6 quake that flattened the historic southeastern city of Bam.

Karachi police nab 5 murder, extortion suspects Posted: Police Saturday claimed to have apprehended five persons allegedly involved in serious crimes, including murder of security personnel and money extortion. According to the police, one suspect was caught red-handed while extorting Rs5 million. Police conducted raids in different areas of the city and nabbed Muhammad Yousuf alias Lahoti, Shahid, Tahir Mahmood, Shehzad Khaskheli and Abdul Rehman Baloch, SSP Khurram Waris told at a press conference.He said the suspects are involved in countless robberies and and other crimes in the old city area. Four Kalashnikovs, two TT pistols, one 9MM pistol, hand grenade and dozens of bullets were recovered from their possession, Waris added.Meanwhile, police have also issued photos of 10 most wanted extortionists who have turned the lives of traders and businessmen restless.It is the first time when Karachi police took solid measures against extortionists and issued photos of extortionists.Those whose pictures were released by police, included Ahmad Ali Magsi, Syed Kamran alias Kala, Malik Asif, Danish, Raju-ud-Din alias Bholu, Abdur Rehman alias Ashok, Farhan Qureshi, Muhammad Fakhar alias Pady, Shiraz alias Comrade and Sohail.

Karachi: Anti-polio campaign in 52 UCs to remain suspended Posted: According to sources, World Health Organization (WHO) anti-polio campaign will remain suspended in 52 Union Councils (UCs) of Karachi until the completion of investigation report in the murder of a UN health agency worker Dr Muhammad Ishaq in Gudap area.The World Health Organization asked Sindh government for cooperation in the investigation.

Pietersen commits future to England Posted: England star Kevin Pietersen on Saturday unreservedly committed his future to England, just days after dropping a bombshell by suggesting that the third and final Test against South Africa might be his last.In an interview posted on YouTube Pietersen insisted: I want to commit to all forms of cricket for England, because I love playing cricket for England.Im not going anywhere - I want to commit to all forms of cricket for England because I love playing for England, added Pietersen, who explained he wanted to provide confirmation and clarity regarding his situation.I love being part of a successful England team - we are a successful team, said Pietersen.It would be really sad to end a career like this so sitting down with my family, my advisers and my close friends weve decided and Ive decided that it would be a lot better to finish my career for England on a positive note rather than one thats being developed at the moment.On Monday he had stated: I cant rule out that my next Test may be my last, after winning the man of the match award in the drawn second Test at Headingley after a superb innings of 149, which he followed up by taking three wickets.On Saturday, he made a volte-face, saying he had recognised he realised his love for the international game was too great to let it go and said his earlier comments had been misguided.There was a press conference that I did Monday night which I didnt handle the right way. I was very emotional. I am who I am in terms of shooting from the hip occasionally. I bat like that - I bowled like that last week I do make mistakes.He added that the dressing room mood had been sorted out after a really really good long chat to an unnamed team mate on Friday.We went through everything ... we went through differences, we went through through loads of different things and I actually finished that conversation a very happy bloke and somebody who cannot wait to meet up with team on Tuesday, said Pietersen.He said that Monday I was in an emotional state - I did think that there was a possibility it was my penultimate Test match.I said things I probably shouldnt have said - Im sitting here today clearing things up, said Pietersen, saying he was returning unconditionally.I am wanting to play all three forms of cricket for England again.I want to make myself available for every single form of cricket for England.He added that he had had support from his marvellous franchise Delhi Daredevils, who had been understanding in recognising he would not play the whole Indian Premier League season.

Bolt leads Jamaica to 4x100m relay world record Posted: Usain Bolt cemented his place in Olympic folklore by claiming a second three-gold medal haul in successive Games as Jamaica stormed to a world record-breaking 4x100m relay victory on Saturday.It was the perfect send-off to a track and field programme at the Olympic Stadium dominated by Bolt, who became the first athlete in history to successfully defend his Olympic 100 and 200m titles earlier this week.His part in the podium-topping relay team means he has now replicated his treble gold showing in the Beijing Games in 2008.The quartet of Nesta Carter, Michael Frater, double Olympic sprint silver medallist Yohan Blake and Bolt scorched to 36.84sec, beating their previous record of 37.04sec set in the 2011 worlds in Daegu.The United States claimed silver in a national record of 37.04sec, with Trinidad and Tobago taking bronze in 38.12sec after Canada were disqualified.Its always a beautiful thing to end on this note, said Bolt. Last year we did it at the world championships, this year we did it again so for me its wonderful feeling to end on a high note.It was a great championships, Im happy. The team came out and gave it their all. I knew it (a world record) was possible, I wish we could have gone faster but I guess we leave room for improvement.Missing usual anchor man Asafa Powell through injury, the baton was passed from Carter to Jamaican team captain Frater and on to Blake with the ease of accustomed practitioners of the relay.Blake set a blistering pace around the bend, the crowd on their feet as Bolt positioned himself and set off.Taking the baton in his left hand just before the limit of the changeover area, Bolt swiftly transferred the yellow baton to his right hand.The US teams anchor man, Ryan Bailey, was neck-and-neck with Bolt, but the Jamaican dipped his head and pushed through his drive phase.After 20 metres, the head came up as he reached terminal velocity, Bailey by that stage trailing in his towering wake.Bolt flew up the home stretch and flung himself savagely across the line, which he later kissed in celebration, quickly enveloped by his team-mates to the cheers from an adoring public.The London Games are Bolts fourth global championship since 2008 and his record is startling.He has won seven titles in the eight individual events in which he has competed, his one blip coming when he was disqualified from the Daegu world championship 100m final last year after a false start.Bolt, also the world record holder in both the 100 and 200m, was in addition part of the Jamaican relay team that won four golds in that time.Hes a living legend, Lamine Diack, head of athletics world governing body the IAAF, said shortly before the relay.Hes a young man whos brought a great deal to our sport. Hes an extraordinary talent. Hes excellent for our sport. Were delighted we have him and we support him all the way.

Germany win 2nd straight Olympic hockey gold Posted: Germany successfully defended its Olympic mens field hockey title by beating the Netherlands 2-1 on Saturday, ruining hopes of a Dutch golden double.Jan Philipp Rabente scored two remarkable goals, a brilliant solo opener in the 33rd minute and the winner after running around behind the net with five minutes to go.Mink van der Weerden equalized for the Dutch in the 53rd with his tournament-best eighth goal.The Dutch had hoped to pull off the first Olympic double after their women beat Argentina 2-0 on Friday.Instead, the German men emulated the Dutch women: Both repeated as champions.The Germans fourth gold left them only in the shade of India, the eight-time champs.Coach Markus Weise earned his third successive gold after leading the Germany women in 2004 and the men in Beijing and here.The Dutch should have finished off the final by halftime. Germany goalkeeper Max Weinhold was the chief reason they didnt.He was called upon within minutes, with saves off Rogier Hofman, and stuck out his left knee to dismiss a backhand shot by Billy Bakker.When the Netherlands had the only penalty corner of the half in the 29th, Philipp Zeller blocked German marskman Moritz Fuerstes initial flick and Weinhold killed Robbert Kempermans rebound attempt.Weinhold wasnt impressed when, after tackling Dutch captain Floris Evers, Evers gave him a parting push of his head.But his mood improved three minutes later, two minutes before the break, when midfielder Rabente ran around Sander Baart into the circle, ran away from Robert van der Horst and slashed a goal between two defenders and past goalie Jaap Stockmann.The Dutch couldnt take their chances after the break either. Roderick Weusthofs pass to Valentin Verga went through his legs, and Wouter Jolie was blocked.Chris Zeller almost made it 2-0 when he hit the right post with a rasping shot.Van der Weerden finally scored, after his first penalty corner was blocked by Martin Haener. With his second chance, he scored from a rocket that sent Germany captain Max Mueller ducking for cover on the goal-line.Germany earned its first penalty corner soon after in the 56th but Stockmann saved Haener with his glove. Stockmann then saved from Thilo Stralkowski and Jolie, but Van der Weerden then conceded a penalty corner to the Germans, only for Zeller to hit the back of Jolie.With five minutes to go, Rabente shot and thought hed scored, and kept running around behind the net from the left side. But Stockmann stopped the shot and the ball was cleared, only for Tobias Hauke to fire it back in. Benjamin Wess gave it a nudge back toward the goal and Rabente came around from behind the goal on the right post to steer it in.

Brazil stuns US for gold in women's volleyball Posted: Brazil upset the US 3-1 for a second straight Olympic gold medal Saturday in womens volleyball, in a match that was the Americans only loss of the tournament.In a rematch of the 2008 Beijing final, which the Brazilians also won 3-1 for their first gold in the sport, second-ranked Brazil rebounded from a disastrous first set to win 11-25, 25-17, 25-20 25-17.Destinee Hooker, the second-best scorer in London and the star of the top-ranked U.S. team, was held to 14 points.Brazil became the third team to repeat as gold medalist. The Soviet Union won in 1968 and 1972, while Cuba won three straight starting with the 1992 Barcelona Games.Besides its Beijing and London golds, Brazil won back-to-back bronze medals in the 1996 Atlanta and 2000 Sydney Olympics.

US women win 4x400 relay to give Felix 3rd gold Posted: Allyson Felix won her third gold medal of the London Olympics, giving the United States a 20-meter lead after the second leg of the 4x400-meter relay and then watching teammate Sanya Richards-Ross bring home the victory Saturday night.The U.S. runners finished in 3 minutes, 16.87 seconds for the countrys fifth straight Olympic title in the event. Russia finished second in 3:20.23 and Jamaica was third in 3:20.95.DeeDee Trotter ran the opening leg for the United States and built a lead before handing to Felix, who more than doubled the advantage by the time she passed to Francena McCorory.Richards-Ross had a stress-free anchor leg to add this gold medal to her 400-meter gold. Felix earlier won the 200 and 4x100 relay.

Olympics: Britains Farah wins 5000m gold Posted: Britains Mo Farah clinched an Olympic long distance double here Saturday, storming to a pulsating victory in the 5,000m just one week after his triumph in the 10,000m.The Somalia-born runner timed his kick to perfection to cross in 13min 41.66, fighting off Ethiopias Dejen Gebreskel, who took silver in 13:41.98, and Kenyas Thomas Longosiwa, who claimed bronze (13:42.36).Farah is only the seventh man to achieve the 5,000m-10,000m double, adding his name to an illustrious list of runners which includes Czech Emil Zatopek, Finlands Lasse Viren, Ethiopian Miruts Yifter and Kenenisa Bekele.Im just amazed - two gold medals, who would have thought that? said Farah, who moved to Britain at the age of eight after being born in Somalia and spending some years in Djibouti.I got great support from the crowd. It means a lot to me and those two medals are obviously for my two girls who are coming, he said of the twins his wife is expecting.I didnt feel great in the heats, but it was pretty good. The American guy tried to come past me but I knew I just had to hold on.Its been a long journey of grafting and grafting.Moroccan Abdalaati Iguider led through the first lap in a pedestrian 1min 11sec, with Farah seemingly soaking up the atmosphere two metres off the tailender.

Savinova of Russia wins women's 800m gold Posted: Russian world champion Mariya Savinova held off a fast-finishing Caster Semenya of South Africa on Saturday to win the 800 metres Olympic title.Savinova, who was winning a fifth successive major title, made the decisive break coming round the bend and while the young South African came from fifth to second she had given herself too much to do.Savinova timed 1min 56.19sec to Semenyas 1:57.23 while another Russian, Ekaterina Poistogova, took bronze.Its just amazing. Right now I cant feel anything, but Im amazed, said the 26-year-old champion.Semenya accepted that she had not run the greatest tactical race of her life -- she was last going down the back straight.We all make mistakes, hopefully the next race will be better, said Semenya.It was a good race, I am happy with the result. I left it a bit late, but I am happy with the silver. But my coach (former Olympic champion Maria Mutola) is not really happy but Savinova is a good athlete, a good competitor.I just need to train harder. I must let the (Russians) know Im there.Kenyas defending champion Pamela Jelimo had taken the pace up 300 metres out but was overwhelmed by Savinovas burst and the 22-year-old was passed by Semenya and edged out on the line by Poistogova.I knew the Russians were very strong, said Jelimo.What can you do? You have to accept that sometimes you are at the top and sometimes you are not.My body did not stick to the task, but for me its the best I can do.For Semenya it was a second successive silver medal at a major championships - she was second in last years world championship - after being cleared to return after a traumatic time following her world championship win in 2009.Semenya had to undergo drug tests followed by gender tests following that magnificent victory in Berlin.

Keshorn Walcott wins Olympic javelin gold Posted: Keshorn Walcott won the javelin gold medal on Saturday to give Trinidad and Tobago its first Olympic title in a field event.Walcott, the world junior champion, threw a national record 84.58 meters with his second attempt and nobody improved on the mark for the remainder of the final.Oleksandr Pyantnytsya of Ukraine was second with a throw of 84.51 and Antti Ruuskanen of Finland took third.Two-time defending champion Andreas Thorkildsen of Norway finished sixth.

Chicherova wins Olympic women's high jump gold Posted: Anna Chicherova of Russia won the womens Olympic high jump gold medal Saturday.Chicherova, who returned to competition and won the world title last year after taking the 2010 season off to have a baby, cleared 2.05 meters to win the title.Brigetta Barrett of the United States won the silver with fewer misses than Svetlana Shkolina of Russia. Both cleared 2.03 meters.Tia Hellebaut, the 2008 Olympic champion, placed fifth. World indoor champion Chaunte Lowe of the United States was sixth.

Taymazov of Uzbekistan wins 3rd straight Olympic Posted: Artur Taymazov of Uzbekistan won his 3rd straight Olympic wrestling gold in mens 120-kg division, beating Georgias Davit Modzmanashvili to become the third male wrestler to win gold medals in three straight Olympics.Taymazov joins Alexander Medved of the former Soviet Union and Russian legend Alexander Karelin as three-time winners.Taymazov, by virtue of his silver in Sydney in 2000, also equaled Karelins Olympic medal haul.Japans Kaori Icho and Saori Yoshida each won their third straight Olympic golds in womens freestyle earlier this week.

China's Zou wins 2nd straight Olympic boxing gold Posted: Light flyweight Zou Shiming of China has won his second straight Olympic boxing gold medal, beating Thailands Kaeo Pongprayoon 13-10 Saturday night.Zou defended his gold medal from Beijing, the first light flyweight to accomplish the feat. He is a three-time Olympic medalist, also winning a bronze in Athens eight years ago.Zou is the only boxing gold medalist in Chinas history.Pongprayoon vehemently protested the result, flopping to the canvas in pain and anger. The Thai boxer was hit with a two-point penalty for an unclear offense with 9 seconds left in the bout, increasing Zous margin of victory.

62 year-old man gets married with beloved Posted: Forty years ago, Muhammad Sharif fell in love with Nasim Bibi, who was his neighbor. She was then married with a man named Rafiq.Nasim’s husband died five years ago and Sharif again proposed her and got her willingness for marriage.Sons, daughters and family members of Nasim Bibi also participated in the wedding ceremony that was arranged with simplicity. The old couple is living very happily.

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