Health
CDA Approves Rs. 24.5 Billion 11th Avenue Project and Three New Sports Arenas in Islamabad
The Capital Development Authority (CDA) Development Working Party (DWP) has approved several major development projects for Islamabad, including the Rs. 24.5 billion 11th Avenue road project and three new sports arenas in different sectors of the capital. The approvals are part of the authority’s ongoing development programme aimed at improving road connectivity and expanding recreational…
GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Face Lawsuits Over Rare Vision Loss Claims
Popular GLP-1 medicines used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes are facing growing legal scrutiny in the United States after more than 90 lawsuits alleged a connection between the drugs and a rare form of sudden vision loss. The lawsuits involve medications including Ozempic and Wegovy, made by Novo Nordisk, as well as other…
Faisalabad Plans Monument to Honor Bhagat Singh and Preserve Historical Heritage
The Faisalabad district administration has announced plans to construct a monument dedicated to Bhagat Singh as part of wider efforts to improve the city’s appearance and preserve sites and figures connected to its history. The proposed monument is expected to become part of Faisalabad’s broader urban development and beautification initiatives. The project also reflects an…
Why Petrol Prices in Pakistan Do Not Fall Immediately When Global Oil Prices Drop
Global crude oil prices can fall sharply in a short period, but Pakistani consumers may have to wait before those international price declines are reflected at local petrol stations. Brent crude recently dropped below $100 per barrel, raising expectations of lower fuel prices. However, changes in the international oil market do not immediately translate into…
Pakistan to Host Global Mental Health Summit Next Month
Pakistan is set to host the Global Mental Health Summit on October 1 and 2 as the Ministry of Health moves forward with preparations for the international event. The summit is being organized in connection with World Mental Health Day and will focus on strengthening mental health systems to address the challenges faced by children,…
Study Suggests the Human Brain Evolved as Two Separate Organs
A new study from Stanford Medicine is challenging the traditional understanding of the human brain as one unified organ, suggesting that it may have evolved from two distinct developmental systems with separate origins. Published in Nature Neuroscience, the research examined how different parts of the brain develop during embryonic growth and found important differences between…
Scientists Identify New Wild Cat Species in Bolivia’s Cloud Forests After More Than 100 Years
Scientists have formally identified a previously unknown wild cat species in Bolivia, marking a significant development in the study of the world’s feline species. The small cat, known locally as Tilcayo, inhabits the cloud forests of Bolivia’s Yungas region. Researchers have named the species Leopardus tilcayo, preserving the animal’s traditional local name. The discovery is…
Gold Prices Fall in Pakistan After Reversing Previous Gains
Gold prices in Pakistan recorded a notable decline on Thursday, reversing part of the gains seen in the previous session as international bullion prices also moved lower. According to the All Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of 24-karat gold fell by Rs. 3,800 per tola to close at Rs. 453,436. The…
FBR Acknowledges IRIS Portal Issues as Tax Return Filing Deadline Nears
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has acknowledged that taxpayers are experiencing intermittent problems with its IRIS online tax portal as the deadline for filing tax returns approaches. The issue has created difficulties for taxpayers attempting to access the system and complete their tax-related submissions through the online platform. In a statement posted on X,…
Troy: Explore the Ancient City Where Mythology and History Meet
Troy remains one of the world’s most fascinating ancient destinations, bringing together mythology, archaeology and more than five millennia of human history. Located in Türkiye’s Çanakkale province, the legendary city continues to attract travellers fascinated by the stories of Homer and the civilizations that once occupied the site. Interest in Troy is also receiving renewed…