Tea paired with biscuits has long been a tea-time ritual across many households. But health professionals are now raising red flags about the metabolic impact of this combination. Recent findings reveal that combining tea—especially with sugar or milk—with biscuits can lead to elevated blood sugar levels, sudden energy crashes, and even long-term digestive issues. The…
The Power Division of Pakistan is preparing to implement one of the most significant changes to its renewable energy policy to date: the replacement of net metering with gross metering. The proposed shift is part of a larger, newly drafted solar energy strategy now awaiting clearance from NEPRA and the federal cabinet. Gross metering, unlike…
In a strategic effort to bolster transaction safety, PayPal has launched a next-generation fraud alert system powered by adaptive artificial intelligence. The company aims to mitigate the increasing threat of online scams that exploit generative AI by deploying smarter, faster AI on the defensive front. The new system is already rolling out across PayPal’s global…
For months, Temu carved a place for itself in the carts of Pakistani shoppers by offering suspiciously cheap prices on everything from kitchen gadgets to fake Crocs. Now, that honeymoon appears to be over. Since the start of July, shoppers across Pakistan have reported massive and abrupt price increases on Temu – some as high…
In a recent interview reflecting on his work in F1: The Movie, actor Brad Pitt shared previously unknown details about an ambitious but unrealized project that once had both him and Tom Cruise attached—‘Ford v Ferrari’. Pitt revealed that he and Cruise were initially considered for the biographical sports drama nearly a decade before its…
Karachi, July 4, 2025 – Bank Makramah Limited (BML) is making significant strides in its recapitalization efforts, reinforcing its commitment to long-term financial stability and growth. This progress is supported by a recent PKR 5 billion deposit from His Excellency Nasser Abdulla Hussain Lootah, BML’s esteemed Sponsor. This amount, to be recorded as an advance…
Punjab’s latest environmental campaign is catching attention for all the right reasons. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the government has teamed up with a private company to bring cash-based plastic recycling to the heart of Lahore. At the core of the program is the Green Credits Initiative, which aims to cut back…
Global music sensation Lana Del Rey is poised to deliver a stunning live experience as she prepares to perform two back-to-back concerts at London’s Wembley Stadium on Thursday, July 3, and Friday, July 4. Known for her haunting vocals and cinematic style, Lana’s return to the UK capital promises to be a spectacle. The singer,…
Hania Aamir has made a powerful cinematic debut in Punjabi cinema, as her first cross-border collaboration, Sardaar Ji 3, has opened to packed theatres across Pakistan. The horror-comedy, starring Indian sensation Diljit Dosanjh, launched globally on June 27, but was not released in India due to political restrictions. Despite calls for boycotts and backlash surrounding…
The iconic symbols of Squid Game—the triangle, square, and circle—have captivated fans around the globe. From masks to Dalgona candy and invitation cards, these shapes are deeply embedded in the show’s universe. But what do they actually signify? During a recent press conference, Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk finally shared the origins of the mysterious…