For an average breadwinner struggling to fulfil multiple financial obligations in the current economy, the sudden appearance of a flashy online advertisement offering an instant loan would probably seem like divine assistance. However, unaware of the hidden devilish motives of the loan lenders, the desperate debtors are easily entrapped in an endless cycle of exorbitant […]
The first group of 300 agricultural graduates will depart for China on April 16 as part of a government-funded international training programme aimed at modernising Pakistan’s agriculture sector, the Ministry of National Food Security and Research said in a statement on Monday. The initiative, titled the Prime Minister’s Initiative for Capacity Building of 1,000 Agricultural […]
A 38-year-old man is in custody after allegedly setting fire to the official residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in Harrisburg late Saturday night, forcing the evacuation of the governor, his family, and guests. Cody Balmer, of no fixed address, was apprehended Sunday in the Harrisburg area and is facing a litany of charges, including […]
The Pakistani government is likely to raise taxes on several food and beverage items in the upcoming 2025–26 federal budget, in a bid to boost tax revenue, Express News reported. Under the proposed changes, excise duty on soft drinks, sweetened beverages, juices, carbonated soda water, flavoured or non-sugar sweets may be increased from 20% to […]
Blue Origin’s upcoming flight on April 14, 2025, will carry an all-female crew to the edge of space for a brief yet groundbreaking mission. The New Shepard rocket, launching from West Texas, will take the crew—comprising Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, Gayle King, Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen, and Kerianne Flynn—on a suborbital journey. […]
Leslie Odom Jr. is set to return to the Broadway stage as Aaron Burr in a limited engagement of Hamilton, from September 9 to November 23, 2025. The announcement coincides with the 10th anniversary of the musical’s Broadway debut, marking a significant homecoming for the Tony Award-winning actor. Reflecting on his return, Odom said, “Returning […]
Islamabad United won the toss and chose to bat first against Peshawar Zalmi in the fifth match of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 season, as both teams look to build early momentum. Islamabad United, the three-time PSL champions, are coming off an eight-wicket win over Lahore Qalandars. The side chased down a target […]
Beyoncé and Jay-Z are no longer named in a civil lawsuit filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs, after the plaintiff, Joseph Manzaro, filed an amended complaint that omits any reference to the couple. Manzaro had initially claimed in an April 1 lawsuit that he was drugged, transported against his will, and sexually assaulted at a 2015 […]
As the summer heat intensifies, watermelon emerges not just as a refreshing seasonal treat, but as a powerful source of hydration and nutrition. Here are ten science-backed benefits of incorporating watermelon into your summer diet: Hydrates the body Watermelon is composed of over 90% water, making it one of the most hydrating fruits available. It […]
Chinese manufacturers are gaining attention on TikTok by sharing videos that reveal the production costs behind high-end consumer goods. These posts, which have gone viral amid ongoing US tariff increases, showcase how much it actually costs to manufacture items such as Hermès Birkin bags, Lululemon leggings, and Tide Pods-style laundry capsules. Known informally online as […]