As we grow older, the inevitability of that influence can weigh heavily on our minds. According to recent research in the United States, Our body may have the anti-aging power and slow down aging and live healthier lives. This groundbreaking study is based on a commonly used drug. Many of us may already be taking it regularly…
Pakistan has implemented an 8.7% increase in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices for October 2023, equivalent to Rs20.86 per kilogram, affecting both domestic and commercial consumers. The new pricing, effective from October 1, 2023, establishes a rate of Rs3,080 for an 11.8 kg cylinder. This move represents the third consecutive month of LPG price hikes….
Consider Temu for budget-friendly online shopping. Let’s dive in. A Chinese online store has gained fast popularity for its ultra-low prices, with items like sunglasses for $2, necklaces for $1, and glow-in-the-dark pet collars for $3, often under $30. While it’s likened to Shein, Wish, and AliExpress, Temu stands out from a wider product range. Shein…
Pakistan and the GCC signed this historic free trade agreement after negotiations in Riyadh. The FTA, the first by the GCC since 2009, symbolizes a significant step in economic cooperation. Pakistan and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) signed a free trade agreement (FTA) on Friday, marking a significant development following the conclusion of the final…
In a significant development, China inaugurated its high-speed rail line, spanning various bays and tracing the southeastern coastline of Fujian province near the Taiwan Strait, according to reports from state media on Thursday. The maiden voyage of a bullet train took place on Thursday morning, departing from Fuzhou, the provincial capital of Fujian in eastern…
In a covert operation disguised as refugee aid, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been providing substantial support to one faction in the ongoing Sudan conflict, a recent investigation by The New York Times revealed. Multiple sources, including both current and former officials hailing from the United States, Europe, and various African nations, have asserted…
In southwestern Pakistan, a powerful bomb struck a mosque during a rally celebrating Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, resulting in a tragic toll of over 50 dead and nearly 70 injured in a devastating terrorist attack. The devastating event unfolded in Mastung, Baluchistan province, where a large crowd had gathered for the Eid Miladun Nabi procession. Victims…
Brazilian Scientists have Uncovered Promising Findings in Banana Spider Venom’s Potential Solution for Erectile Dysfunction. About thirty years ago, Brazilian scientists began researching a strange side effect caused by the bite of a banana spider. Marcia Helena Borges, a researcher at FUNED (Ezequiel Dias Foundation), noticed that people bitten by this spider often experienced priapism,…
Meta AI: Meta’s Proprietary Chatbot Meta, a longstanding leader in the field of artificial intelligence, has made a significant foray into the realm of AI chatbots with the unveiling of Meta AI. This marks a noteworthy departure for Meta, as the company had not previously ventured into the chatbot domain, setting the stage for a…
Iran’s recent rejection of Pakistan’s Force Majeure notice adds uncertainty to the gas pipeline project, compounded by Islamabad’s challenge of navigating US sanctions on Iran, potentially resulting in an $18 billion penalty from Iran. The United States’ response to the Pakistani government’s request for a waiver on its long-stalled Iran-Pakistan gas pipeline is causing concern,…
These tech giants, including Alibaba, Baidu, China Mobile, Tencent, and Xiaomi, were responsible for emitting 87 million tonnes in the 2021-22 fiscal year, surpassing Hong Kong’s annual emissions of 34.7 million tonnes, which can collectively eliminate emissions equivalent to 2.5 times that of Hong Kong. Five major Chinese ICT giants – Alibaba, Baidu, China Mobile,…
Anti-Muslim hate speech incidents in India surged by over one per day during the first half of 2023, with a total of 255 documented cases primarily concentrated in states gearing up for upcoming elections, as detailed in a report by Hindutva Watch. Hindutva Watch, an organization headquartered in Washington, dedicated to monitoring attacks against minority…
When I First Saw It, I Thought This Can’t Be Real Archaeologists have unearthed what is believed to be the world’s oldest wooden structure, suggesting that woodworking predates our species by at least 175,000 years. A research team made this remarkable discovery near Zambia’s Kalambo Falls, an area renowned for yielding wooden artifacts and stone…
Congress is facing a government shutdown in five days, with hard-right Republicans pushing for spending cuts, even at the expense of federal services. Speaker Kevin McCarthy is struggling to find a way forward. The House plans to vote on funding bills, but McCarthy’s support is uncertain. The Senate is working on a bipartisan stopgap measure…
ChatGPT services are to undergo a significant upgrade. It will bring it closer to the realm of artificial intelligence “assistants” like Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and Google’s voice assistant. OpenAI has announced that the upcoming update is set to be rolled out to Plus and Enterprise subscribers over the next two weeks. It will introduce…
This Debt is Three Times Higher Than Pakistan’s Defense Budget And is Increasing. Islamabad Considers Private Management of State-Owned Power Companies for Up to 25 Years Pakistan’s energy sector faces an imposing challenge as its circular debt has ballooned to a staggering figure, nearing US$17.5 billion. This sum is nearly double the combined budget allocations…
Renowned virologist Shi, known for her virus research, has issued a warning in collaboration with colleagues, stressing global preparedness against future diseases akin to Covid-19. The study, conducted by Shi’s team at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, assessed the human spillover risk of 40 coronavirus species, designating them half as “highly risky.” Six of these have…
Facebook Has Become the Leading Social Networking Platform, Attracting Half of the Nation’s Users, While Others Compete for the Rest Utilizing social networking services (SNS) for marketing is undeniably the most effective way to grow a brand. So, every brand and business should be aware of the existing social media trends and identify the platform…
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov At UN Dismisses Ukraine’s Peace Talks, Warns of Conflict, and Rejects Grain Deal Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in his UN address, criticizes Western nations and specific Ukrainian peace proposals amid the Russia-Ukraine war tensions. He dismissed Ukraine’s 10-point peace plan as “completely not feasible,” and suggested that if Ukraine and…
“ I just keep shaking my head—how am I talking to someone who has a pig heart?” Surgeons have transplanted a pig’s heart into a dying man in a bid to prolong his life. This is the second patient to ever undergo such an experimental procedure. Notably, earlier, the first man who transplanted the pig’s…