In Pakistan, unpaid student internships have become the norm – particularly in competitive fields such as media, marketing, technology and finance. Recent graduates are frequently told that these internships are the “golden ticket” to securing a proper job. But let’s be honest: many of these so-called opportunities are simply unpaid labour in disguise. According to […]
On May 15, 2025, a fire broke out at the historic Nottoway Plantation, now known as Nottoway Resort, in White Castle, Louisiana. The blaze began around 2:00 p.m. in the mansion’s south wing, quickly engulfing the 53,000-square-foot estate. Despite efforts by more than 40 firefighters, the iconic antebellum structure was completely destroyed. No injuries were […]
Chief of the Army Staff General Asim Munir was formally handed the ‘Baton of Field Marshal’ at a special ceremony held at Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad Thursday evening. Attendees at the ceremony included President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, members of his cabinet, PML-N Quaid Nawaz Sharif, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto, provincial governors and […]
James Corden is set to return to Broadway next summer, taking on the role of Serge in a new production of ART, Yasmina Reza’s acclaimed comedy about friendship, ego, and modern art. The limited three-month run will mark the British comedian and presenter’s much-anticipated stage comeback. The 46-year-old actor, known for hosting The Late Late […]
Flash flooding on Australia’s southeast coast has killed three people and cut off towns, isolating tens of thousands of residents, as officials on Thursday warned more downpours were expected over the next 24 hours. Major flooding hit several rural towns in the Hunter and Mid North Coast regions of New South Wales, Australia’s most populous […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that Pakistan is in no hurry to hold talks with India, but ready for dialogue if New Delhi shows seriousness. Addressing a news conference in Islamabad on Thursday, Dar asserted that Pakistan’s narrative on the Kashmir dispute has been based on truth and that Pakistan has […]
Gold prices in Pakistan fell on Thursday, mirroring a decline in international markets. The local price per tola dropped by Rs1,900 to Rs347,500. Similarly, 10-gram gold declined by Rs1,629, selling at Rs297,925, according to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). Internationally, gold fell by $19 to $3,291 per ounce (with a $20 premium), […]
Kanye West has publicly disavowed antisemitism through a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), signaling a stark departure from his previous inflammatory statements. The artist, professionally known as Ye, wrote: “I am done with antisemitism,” while simultaneously seeking forgiveness for past actions and offering forgiveness to others. I am done with antisemitism — ye […]
In a high-level meeting at General Headquarters (GHQ), Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, met with Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC), to discuss the future of the country’s digital economy, with a core focus on empowering the youth through blockchain, cryptocurrency, and artificial intelligence. The meeting underscored […]
Top military leadership has vowed to take decisive action to dismantle terrorist proxies backed by India and resolved that Pakistan will never allow its peace to be compromised by externally sponsored terrorism, according to a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Thursday. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir chaired the 270th Corps Commanders’ […]