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US and China extend trade truce by two months amid broader deal talks

The United States and China have agreed to extend their existing trade agreement through January 10. The decision came after talks between US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng. The extension is intended to give both sides time to assess China's adherence to its trade commitments. The two nations are also using this period to explore a wider trade deal. Upcoming meetings are expected to cover additional topics such as artificial intelligence and Taiwan relations.

Sam Konstas shrugs off Kohli clash, calls it part of cricket

Young Australian opener Sam Konstas made a striking Test debut in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, scoring 60 runs against Jasprit Bumrah. His debut was also marked by a high-profile on-field confrontation with Virat Kohli that drew widespread attention. Konstas has since downplayed the incident, describing it as a normal part of competitive cricket with no hard feelings. Despite a subsequent dip in form, the youngster remains confident and is currently playing for Australia 'A' in Puducherry.

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Pakistan Strikes 10 Afghan Sites After Intercepting Alleged Taliban Drones

Pakistan launched strikes on 10 locations inside Afghanistan on Wednesday, following what it described as drone attacks originating from Afghan territory. Pakistani security forces said they intercepted eight basic drones allegedly launched by the Afghan Taliban before they could reach the northwestern city of Kohat and the border town of Torkham. The incidents mark a significant escalation in tensions between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban-led government. The strikes reflect Pakistan's growing concerns over cross-border militant activity along its porous northwestern frontier.