A new trend is also gaining momentum in Vietnam where societal as well as familial pressures thrust young women to seek desperate solutions. Hiring partners in Vietnam has become one of the most popular strategies for young women trying to navigate culturally expected marriage and family obligations. Minh Thu, a professional who is 30 years […]
A team of innovative students from the University of Karachi has developed the world’s smallest nebulizer, marking a groundbreaking achievement in medical technology. The compact device, which fits comfortably in the palm of a hand, promises to revolutionize respiratory care by making treatment more portable and affordable. The nebulizer is designed to provide efficient delivery […]
Russia has criticized the U.S. for its support of Taiwan, alleging that Washington’s actions are destabilizing Asia. The comments, though directed at U.S.-China relations, carry significant implications for Pakistan, given its close ties with both Beijing and Moscow. Russia’s stance resonates with China’s position that the U.S. is meddling in the region’s affairs by bolstering […]
In a dramatic escalation of political tensions in the Philippines, the presidential palace has accused Vice President Sara Duterte of issuing an active threat against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The startling allegations have stirred controversy, with critics and supporters weighing in on the potential ramifications for the country’s governance and political stability. According to sources […]
Tennis is preparing to bid an emotional farewell as one of the sport’s greatest icons, Rafael Nadal, prepares for retirement after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, who is now 38, will play for Spain in their group-stage match against the Netherlands on November 19, ending what he calls the […]
Iran finds itself at a critical crossroads as domestic challenges compound its external confrontations. Reports suggest that Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, is gravely ill, and his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, has been quietly designated as his successor. This decision could significantly impact Iran’s political landscape, especially in the volatile West Asian region. According to Persian-language […]
In an electrifying moment, tomorrow, the boxing world breathes ahead for a sensational showdown as Mike Tyson faces Jake Paul. According to Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), the bout is considered a “heavyweight boxing mega-event,” and will feature the legendary “Baddest Man on the Planet,” Mike Tyson, against the younger and outspoken Jake “The Problem Child” […]
In a surprising development, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to appoint tech mogul Elon Musk to lead a proposed government efficiency department. This choice has sparked discussions in Pakistan and across the globe, given Musk’s unconventional approach to business and his success with companies like Tesla and SpaceX. Pakistani tech enthusiasts […]
Iraq is said to be moving in the direction of reviewing a law on marriage that can technically allow males to marry girls as young as nine, following powerful Shia Muslim blocs in the country’s parliament pushing for changes to the personal status law that would allow them to lower the legal age of marriage […]
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg won a federal judge ruling that makes him personally not responsible in 25 lawsuits accusing the company of allowing social media addiction in children. Cases allege Facebook and Instagram expose younger users to “significant risks” to mental health. U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers in Oakland, California, dismissed claims that Zuckerberg […]
The latest casualty in the spate of violent ransom attacks on crypto leaders is Dean Skurka, CEO of Canadian cryptocurrency firm WonderFi. Reports indicate that Skurka was taken at rush hour Wednesday and put into a car before being forced to transfer CAD 1 million to his captors. Skurka was released without harm, according to […]
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has been stuck in space for months after a malfunction on her spacecraft left her and fellow astronaut Barry Wilmore stranded on the International Space Station (ISS). Initially scheduled to return after an eight-day trip in June, NASA now estimates they may not make it back till February 2025. Recent […]
Republican candidate Donald Trump won the 2024 US presidential election after defeating his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. He took the lead by winning some of the battleground states such as Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and Georgia, which gave him electoral votes for a second term. Trump’s history-making successes in these significant regions have made it a […]
A polio vaccination campaign in north Gaza is to resume on Sunday, one day after the World Health Organization reported injuries from a strike on the Sheikh Radwan clinic. Among the injured were four children. WHO has not identified who conducted the strike, though Gaza’s civil defense agency attributed it to an Israeli quadcopter. Israel […]
The Indian Army has been granted direct supervision to manage the social media content about its operations and public image, an important step in controlling the online narratives about military activities. This move has been followed by the Indian Defense Ministry’s decision to appoint a senior officer from the Additional Directorate General of Strategic Communications […]
X, which is formerly known as Twitter and owned by Elon Musk, suspended a Hebrew X account belonging to Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The suspension of the account has sparked a conversation about content moderation on the platform, especially when it comes to political figures. The account was made for Khamenei’s messages […]
NASA has invited out-of-this-world creative minds to take on the LunaRecycle Challenge. The prize purse, worth $3 million, or around Rs 25 crore, is being solicited by the agency for recycling innovations for the waste created when the missions to the moon are longer. Sustainability becomes a top priority as NASA prepares for a crewed […]
The US has sent a strong letter to Israel, urging them to boost humanitarian aid in Gaza within 30 days, warning that failure to do so could result in cuts in US military assistance. This letter marks the most forceful written warning to Israel from the Biden administration amid the ongoing Israel-Gaza war update. The […]
In the harsh warning that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued to Lebanon, saying this may be its future, just like Gaza. However, he said the country still has a chance to save Lebanon from such a dismal fate. In the video message, he addressed the people of Lebanon on October 8, 2024, in which […]
In defiance of international calls for a ceasefire, Israel has continued its military operations near the Lebanon border ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations General Assembly. The escalating tensions have raised concerns in Pakistan and across the globe, as fears of a wider conflict loom. The Ceasefire Debate: A Regional […]
