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Pakistan U19 skipper eyes World Cup glory after Asia Cup win over India
DUBAI: Pakistan Under-19 captain Farhan Yousaf has set his sights on World Cup success after leading his side to victory over India in the Asia Cup 2025 final, underlining the team’s growing confidence on the international stage.
“Our next aim is simple,” Yousaf said in an interview with Geo News after the victory. “We want to be world champions.”
Yousaf said the team remained composed despite losing the toss, adding that being asked to bat first proved decisive on a pitch that favoured batting.
“We were disappointed to lose the toss, but once we were put in to bat, we were happy because the wicket looked good,” he said. “We stuck to the plan we had discussed and executed it well.”
Pakistan posted a formidable total of 347 runs, a score that allowed the captain to demand an aggressive approach from his bowlers.
“After we got that total, I told the bowlers to think as if they were defending 250 and to attack from the start,” he said. “They kept that mindset, took wickets and applied pressure.”
The final was played in front of a packed crowd that included both Pakistani and Indian supporters, adding to the intensity of the occasion.
“Playing such an important match with fans from both countries in the stadium made it even more enjoyable,” Yousaf said.
With the Asia Cup secured, Pakistan’s Under-19 side will next compete in a tri-nation series in Zimbabwe before turning their attention to the Under-19 World Cup.
Born in Kasur, Punjab, on December 15, 2006, Yousaf is a right-handed middle-order batter and one of Pakistan’s emerging leaders, now focused firmly on translating continental success into global silverware.
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Colin Jost forced to make another joke about wife Scarlett Johansson on ‘SNL’
Colin Jost got set up by Michael Che on SNL once again, a year after the pair sparked uproar for comparing Scarlett Johansson to a roast beef sandwich.
The moment came during Saturday Night Live’s annual Christmas episode on December 20 with a special segment called “Weekend Update” joke swap.
“Tonight is our Christmas show, and we have a tradition where me and Colin give each other jokes to read that neither of us have ever seen,” Che explained the segment for viewers.
Jost, however, protested, saying he didn’t think they were doing the joke this year. “And you know that I did not write any jokes for you,” he said, prompting Che to reply, “Well, I guess you’ll just have to read mine.”
After delivering several jokes, Jost landed on the one aimed squarely at his wife of five years. “New research shows that millions of women leave the work force due to menopause. Which means there’s only a couple years left on my gravy train,” he read, laughing as a photo of Johansson appeared onscreen.
“My girl already be like, ‘Colin, I’m warm. Colin, I’m sweating.’ B****, you having a hot flash,” Jost continued. He then followed it up with another punchline: “But don’t worry about me, I got a backup. They don’t call Wednesday hump day for nothing.”
The moment echoed last year’s viral joke swap, when Jost delivered another Che-written jab that left Johansson visibly stunned backstage.
Reflecting on that moment earlier this year, Johansson admitted, “It was so vulgar. I just can’t believe that they went there.”
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Young People's Chorus of New York City: "Jolly Toyland"
To mark the Christmas season, “Sunday Morning” presents a performance by the Young People’s Chorus of New York City, of “Jolly Toyland,” arranged by Francisco J. Nunez.
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Liza Minnelli breaks silence on Rob Reiner’s shocking passing
Liza Minnelli shared an emotional message after the deaths of actor and director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Reiner.
In her post, she spoke about grief, addiction and the lasting impact substance use can have on families.
The message came after the couple were found dead in their Los Angeles home on December 14.
Police later confirmed that Rob and Michele Reiner died from “multiple sharp force injuries.”
Their son, Nick Reiner, was arrested and charged with two counts of first degree murder. However, the news shocked the entertainment world and deeply affected many people who knew the couple.
Minnelli shared the message on Instagram along with a black and white photo of herself drinking and smoking.
She explained that the photo was not about her appearance but about starting a serious conversation around addiction and loss.
She also spoke about her upcoming memoir, Kids Wait Till You Hear This, which is set to be released in March 2026.
Minnelli said she wanted to be honest about addiction and recovery so others would feel less alone.
“Recovery is possible. You are not alone. Asking for help is strength not weakness,” she wrote.
Many fans responded with kind messages, as they thanked Minnelli for her honesty and for speaking openly during a time of sadness and reflection.
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