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As far as Donald Trump is concerned, his primary job is not running the U.S. government. It is, rather, his starring role in the multi-media reality show that we’ll call The American President . Much of the commentary on the Trump presidency makes the very understandable mistake of trying to understand Trump’s decisions as part of a strategy for governance. That type of analysis assumes that Trump has a policy outcome in mind, even if it is one with which the commentator disagrees with. But the welter of contradictory policies and appointments, the staggering lack of information or consistency in Trump’s own statements, and the utter lack of attention to implementation tell another story. Trump is writing a script, with himself as the reality star, and the only thing that matters is the ratings. To get those ratings, a show needs dramatic tension. More than that, every episode needs a short-arc - a story that begins, climaxes and resolves within the episode – that fits wit...
Imran Khan
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Islamabad: Chairman National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has directed DG NAB Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to initiate inquiry of using of the provincial government's helicopters by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan. According to NAB communiqué, Imran Khan used government helicopters for private visits for 74 hours on cheap rates, adding that Imran used the Mi-171 for 22 hours and Ecureuil 52 hours. The accountability bureau added Chief Minister KP Pervaiz Khattak also misused his power. According to reports, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa administration had spent millions of rupees on Imran Khan's use of the provincial government's helicopters, official documents revealed. The documents obtained by Geo News from the KP administration department show that the PTI chief used the KP government's helicopters free of charge for a total of 74 hours to travel approximately 18,000 kilometres. The provincial government recorded in its books a total expense of Rs2.1 million at appro...
First ever skating marathon held at Yellow River
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National Mass Speed Skating Marathon was held recently at Laoniu Bay in China’s Shanxi province. The event took place on a frozen part of the Yellow River. More than 300 competitors including amateurs and professional skaters, took part in the one day event. Temperatures have varied from 20 degrees below freezing point. The temperatures are ideal in keeping the lake frozen. The ice is way thicker than the standard ice thickness. Du Yuqin, is a 60 year old participant from Herbei province who felt happy to take part in the race and expected to perform well. Another former skating athlete took part in all the games with her team and was appreciative of the natural view of the Laoniu Bay. The location of Laoniu Bay is ideal for winter sports due to its location and freezing temperatures. It lies between the intersection of the Yellow River and the Great Wall of China. China will also play host to 2022 Winter Olympics and aims to encourage more Chinese to take part in winter ...
Amir Khan
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LONDON: Renowned boxer Amir Khan responded by splashing water towards Lo Greco after he made personal comments about Faryal Makhdoom. Lo Greco unnecessarily pointed to Khan's family issues and made irritating personal comments that led Amir Khan throwing a glass of water in his future opponent's face. After security had calmed the clash on stage, promoter Eddie Hearn asked Lo Greco to apologise, while Khan later said his rival's behaviour would serve as motivation to "give this guy a beating". The pair will meet in Liverpool on 21 April. Khan, flanked by his father Shah at the media event, refused to apologise to Lo Greco for throwing water but said sorry to those in attendance. Lo Greco said: "After the Canelo loss you went on a losing streak - family, wife, and then you go out and tweet to the heavyweight champion of the world. What is wrong with you, mate?" Amir Khan, who has won 31 of his 35 professional bouts, has signed a three-fight d...