Tue, 21-Oct-2025

“Floating pizza party at space”— Yes, you heard it right

"Floating pizza party at space"--- Yes, you heard it right

French astronaut Thomas Pesquet, onboard the International Space Station (ISS), shared a video of enjoying a floating pizza party. The astronaut shared a video with a caption,” Floating pizza night with friends, it almost feels like a Saturday on Earth  They say a good chef never reveals their secrets, but I made a video so … Read more

Meghan Markle’s racism charges have been accused of being ignored by the royal family

Meghan Markle files a complaint against BBC journalist

With the entire controversy surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s racism claims, the British royal family has been evasive. A royal specialist has lambasted the Firm for their handling of the incident, which included taking no action and simply ignoring it. In an updated edition of Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand’s book, Finding Freedom, an … Read more

Underrated Pakistani dramas you must re-watch

Except for the poetry of words and inevitably strong performances, what else makes a drama serial possibly the best? Let me give you some reasonable grounds: 1) Cast: It seems to reason that the more well-known people on the team, the better the odds of the project succeeding. 2) Channel: It is a fact that if … Read more

Iqra Aziz praises Kabir’s Nani for looking after him as she is back to work

Iqra Aziz baby

Actress Iqra Aziz, who recently stepped into the world of motherhood, has shared that how nanis [grandmothers] are the best support system ever.

Mommy Iqra Aziz had to leave for a shoot, leaving her newly-born baby boy Kabir with her own mother. “Missing my baby so much,” she said via her Instagram story.

Iqra Aziz

Praising her mother, the Qurbaan starlet said that although she misses her baby but, “he’s in better hands”.

Also, Iqra thanked her mother for always being so supportive as she’s now the working mom to her child.

Famed showbiz couple Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain have welcomed their first baby boy in July and received the heartiest prayers from fans and fellow celebrities.

Iqra Aziz shared her feelings after her son Kabir’s birth. In an adorable post on Instagram, she had shared her emotional feelings while holding her son for the first time.

She captioned the post as, “Can’t Explain the feeling Alhamdulillah.”

Soon after the arrival of Iqra and Yasir’s baby boy, several showbiz stars jumped in to wish the couple and extend sincere prayers for the newborn.

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Apple Watch Series 7 to have flat sides and bigger displays

Apple Watch Series 7 to have flat sides and bigger displays

The next-gen Apple Watch will feature the brand new hardware design in years, according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman. The reporter says that Apple Watch Series 7 will have flat sides and bigger displays. This shows that Apple‘s efforts to flatten the sides of every product in its lineup appear to be continuing. The display … Read more

Latest bridal couture features Ayeza khan and Danish Taimoor

Starlit on tv Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor are all set to shoot a Pakistani couture short film by Lajwanti.

Taking to Ayeza’s instagram handle she posted an amazing Mughlai photoshoot by showing a grand gesture of love with her husband.

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It is our first bridal shoot together says, Ayeza Khan.

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Woman dies in New Zealand after receiving Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine

New Zealand

New Zealand has reported the first death and it believes that the death is linked to Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine. The woman’s death was “probably” caused by myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle, according to an independent vaccine safety monitoring board. Other medical conditions could also have “influenced the outcome following vaccination,” according to the report. Myocarditis is … Read more

WATCH: Farah Khan replies to trolls ‘moti ke bachche itne sukhe kyun’

Farah Khan

Farah Khan will appear on the upcoming episode of Arbaaz Khan’s chat program, Pinch, where celebs discuss social media and respond to trolls. A preview for the entire episode was posted on Monday, and the complete episode will be aired on Wednesday. Farah opened the trailer by remarking on how everyone with a phone fancies … Read more

Tesla’s robot will make physical work a ‘choice’

After dominating the electric vehicle market and throwing his hat into the billionaire space race, Tesla boss Elon Musk announced the latest frontier he’s aiming at conquering: humanoid robots, the company said in a statement. The irascible entrepreneur said he would have an initial prototype of an androgynous “Tesla Bot” by next year. Based on … Read more

What type of mask is safest and most effective for kids?

What type of mask is safest and most effective for kids?

Both the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that children over the age of 2 must wear a mask inside the school. Dr Anne Liu of Stanford Children’s Health suggested that the best kind of mask for your kid is, “a mask that they can … Read more

PIA cargo flight with WHO medical supplies reaches Afghanistan

As part of the humanitarian air bridge, the first cargo flight of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) carrying medical supplies of World Health Organisation (WHO) landed in Mazar-e-Sharif on Monday. The PK-234 (Boeing 777 AP-BHV), flew from Dubai and landed at the Mazar-e-Sharif Airport – the first international flight to the country’s fourth-largest city after the … Read more

Atif Aslam discloses his longstanding wish of reciting Azaan at Holy Ka’aba

Atif Aslam Azaan at Holy Ka'aba

Pakistan’s acclaimed singer Atif Aslam is being praised by Twitterati after his longstanding wish to deliver Azaan at Holy Ka’aba begins to circulate all over social media.

Atif Aslam has disclosed his wish of reciting the Azaan at Ka’aba. He wishes that someone recommends him to give Azaan at the holy place.

In response to a question, while speaking to a TV program, the singer said, “I am trying to keep both the religion and the world. I am human, human beings make mistakes.”

When asked about quitting his career, he responded, “I am not going to quit music. There is no such thing in my mind to quit my career.”

Atif Aslam further added that I always pray to have such a chance to be the voice of  Masjid-ul-Haram. “I am ready to work for the person for the rest of my life whoever do the favour to recommend this for me,” he added.

The Doori singer also shared his feelings during recording ‘Azaan’ which collected immense praise from his fans.

“A day before recording it, I couldn’t sleep at night and couldn’t hold my eagerness. The feeling was beyond words. I never thought I’d be blessed enough to get a chance like this,” he said.

Earlier, Mustafa Jaan e Rehmat, Atif Aslam’s soulful rendition of the famed naat of Hazrat Imam Ahmed Raza Khan has shattered YouTube records with over 2.1 million views.

Recited with reverence and dedication, the beautiful video begins with the title Mustafa Jaan e Rehmat along with NAAT E RASOOL E MAQBOOL written in white colour to complement the video’s overall theme.

Along with the singer, Ali Pervez Mehdi, Nouman Javed, Ahsan Pervaiz Mehdi, and Kumail Jaffery, too, took part in the recitation. All of them were seen standing with their hands respectfully folded.

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Sarwat Gillani and Zahid Ahmed to collaborate on a web series

Zahid Ahmed

Sarwat Gillani is a phenomenal actress who has appeared in a slew of noteworthy dramas, telefilms, and films. Her popular Zee5 online series was well-received by fans. Sarwat Gillani has just teamed up with star actor Zahid Ahmed, who has a long record of incredible productions under his belt, including recent hits like Ishq Zahe … Read more

Abbas bowled brilliantly with the new ball: Rameez Raja

Abbas bowled brillianty with the new ball: Rameez Raja

Former Pakistan captain Rameez Raja praised seamer Muhammad Abbas. He said that the pacer has been bowling brilliantly with the new ball. His comment came right after Abbas made his comeback to the Test cricket. He showed outstanding performance during the 2-match Test series against West Indies which ended in a draw. Abbas portrayed a … Read more

Here is what netizens think about Zaviyar Ejaz’s acting debut

Nauman Ejaz is a legendary Pakistani actor who is regarded as an institution in his own. Nauman Ejaz has appeared in a number of blockbuster dramas. Zaviyar Ejaz is Naumaan Ejaz’s eldest son. Zaviyar has grown into a handsome young man. This year, Zaviyar walked the runway alongside his father at HUM Bridal Couture Week. … Read more

WATCH: Taimoor Khan sings adorably with Saif, Kareena in viral video

Taimoor Khan

Taimur Ali Khan, the son of Kareena Kapoor and Sai Ali Khan, is enthralling audiences with his sweet voice. Along with Saif and Kareena, the 4-year-old munchkin is seen singing birthday greetings to a family friend. Taimur starts the song ahead of their parents in the video before Saif tells him to sing sweetly. Kareena … Read more

Sonakshi Sinha accentuates her curves in these stunning traditional attires

Sonakshi Sinha

Sonakshi Sinha, Bollywood’s Dabangg actress, who often gets trolled for everything from her acting to fashion and weight, has beautifully enhanced her body and accentuated her curves in a recent photoshoot.

The actress plays bride for the radiantly stunning attires by a famed designer. Sonakshi Sinha usually keeps her fans entertained with her regular dose of video and picture updates and this time it’s a treat.

She opted for gorgeous lehengas and proved that she can seamlessly transition from one to another.

The actress paired her attires with intricate neckpieces and earrings and looked no less than a goddess beauty.

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The Akira starlet then glammed up for the day with soft smokey eyes, contoured cheeks and matte lip. She styled her long honey-brown mane in a centre-parted crimped hairdo.

The actress also accessorised her tresses line with traditional Maatha Patti.

From sarees with capes to unusually draped pants, she has done it all and this time around it proved to be no different as Sonakshi Sinha made a stunning statement in all of the above bridal outfits.

Earlier, Sonakshi Sinha had quit Twitter last year after repeated attacks from naysayers. She spoke about it in a post on Instagram. “How i got myself off Twitter and away from the negativity. Some people are celebrating like they won something… im happy for you, tumhe laga raha hai na… lagne do, kisi ko koi farak nahi padh raha (I am happy that you feel this way. Continue feeling like that, nobody cares).”

“But let’s face it, I’ve cut the direct source of insult and abuse in my life. Ive taken away YOUR power to be able to say whatever it is that you want to me, my family and my friends. Ive taken away that access you had to me, that i had given you so trustingly. So theres only one winner here. Me,” she had added.

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Thousands of people protest in Berlin against coronavirus policies

Berlin

On Saturday, thousands of people rallied in Berlin to protest against the government of Germany against coronavirus policies. As helicopters observed from above, riot police moved alongside demonstrators, the majority of protesters  were unmasked. Across Berlin, large but scattered groups of demonstrators waved German flags and chanted anti lockdown slogans of Querdenker group — a movement which … Read more

US hospitals overwhelmed by Covid-19 surge, more vaccinations needed

NEW YORK: The number of Covid-19 pandemic related hospitalisations in the United States reached above 100,000 last week for the second time, overwhelming caregivers capacity in several states and spawning an urgency to vaccinate more of the eligible. “Keeping ahead of demand is harder now than during earlier surges,” reported The Washington Post on Sunday … Read more

Forming Afghan govt responsibility of the locals: Fawad Chaudhry

Forming the government in Afghanistan is the responsibility of the Afghan people, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry said stressing that regional powers will have to help to stabilize the country. In an interview with TRT World, the information minister said that Pakistan’s efforts for inclusive government in Afghanistan must be supported. “Pakistan is working with regional … Read more

Yashma Gill reveals the role she was offered in ‘Phaans’

Yashma Gill

Yashma, a name that first appeared in the Pakistani television industry in 2016, is now recognized by practically everyone thanks to her talent and growing fan base. She is a model and a VJ in addition to being an actress. Yashma has gradually established herself in the industry despite having no industry connections. Yashma Gill … Read more

Pakistan’s loses another 66 to coronavirus

Coronavirus Pakistan

Pakistan lost another 66 people to the coronavirus, showed the data issued by the National Command and Operation Centre (NCOC) on Monday. The new deaths take the nationwide death toll from Covid-19 to 25,670. In the last 24 hours, there were 56,279 tests conducted across the country out of which 3,800 returned positive. The new … Read more

World cannot abandon Afghan children now: Unicef official

afghan children

A senior official of the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), after a visit to Afghanistan, said that the world “cannot abandon Afghan children now” when their needs are greater than ever before. UNICEF Regional Director for South Asia George Laryea-Adjei said children have paid the heaviest price in recent weeks of increased conflict and insecurity in … Read more

Zarnish Khan puts her weight behind Abrar ul Haq after his comments on modern mothers

Zarnish Khan Abrar ul Haq

Pakistani showbiz’s rising star Zarnish Khan has recently backed the renowned singer Abrar ul Haq through her indirect Instagram post after his statement criticizing young mothers went viral.

Abrar ul Haq, the singer turned politician, pointed out young mothers of the modern era for handing over gadgets to their kids from a very early age rather than focusing on their nourishing and Islamic teachings. He, singing the ‘Baby Shark’ poem, went viral all over social media and the people enjoyed his way of criticizing.

 

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He also gave his opinion on Pakistani women who he said were being careless bringing up their children. Meanwhile, the celebrities have mixed reviews of his statement. Some found him right while others began to call him out.

Model Nadia Hussain questioned how Abrar-ul-Haq went from listening to his mother recite the kalima to his famous songs Nach Punjaban and Billo de Ghar after he shamed current mothers for not raising their children properly.

After intense backlash, actress Zarnish Khan came out in support to defend Haq’s opinion. She suggested to take a point holistically before passing any judgement.

Agar koi achi bata keray tu uski baat ko acha kahen,” she wrote on her Instagram story.

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Agar aesa hi chalta raha tu hum sub ko gounga rehney ki practice kerni pareygi,” she further added.

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Together, we can and we must end all enforced disappearances: UN chief

UN chief calls for injection of liquidity into Afghan economy

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged countries to fulfill their obligations to prevent and prosecute cases of enforced disappearance, a “cowardly practice” which the coronavirus pandemic has made even more difficult to combat. The UN chief made the appeal in his message to mark the International Day honouring victims of this serious human rights violation, … Read more

Netizens hail Sanam Chaudhry for ‘turning to Allah’

Netizens hail Sanam Chaudhry for 'returning to Allah'

Popular Pakistani TV drama actress Sanam Chaudhry deleted all her photos from her Instagram account. Sanam Chaudhry started her journey in 2013 and showed the essence of acting in several dramas. However, she got fame from the drama serial ‘Ghar Titli Ka Par’. She has been away from the drama industry since 2019 and has … Read more

Pakistan wants inclusive political settlement in Afghanistan, reiterates FM Qureshi

India’s terror-financing

Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Monday said Pakistan wants an inclusive political settlement in Afghanistan in which all partners are united for durable peace. Talking to different delegations in Multan, he said peace in Afghanistan is very important for the region. “Pakistan is moving forward with the desire for peace in the region,” the … Read more