WASHINGTON: The United States and Japan on Wednesday unveiled a new forum to strengthen ties and resolve trade friction between the economic powers, while countering the distortions caused by China. The US-Japan partnership on trade will begin regular meetings early next year, according to a joint statement, and represents the latest step by President Joe Biden’s … Read more
According to the new medical science research, there is a possible therapeutic link between drugs for treating heartburn and an improved outlook for people who have gum disease. The study finds a difference between the consumer who consumes heartburn medications and those who are only consuming the medicine for gum disease the results are different … Read more
DUBAI: Delays to the certification of Boeing’s 777X long-haul aircraft are costing billions and infuriating top customer Emirates, but the US manufacturer is banking on the model as air traffic rebounds. While still in its testing phase, the world’s largest passenger jet flew for the first time outside the United States this week at a major … Read more
KARACHI: The Pakistan equity market again observed a profit-taking session on the back of concerns regarding the ongoing joint parliament session and anticipated hike in the interest rates, dealers said on Wednesday. An analyst at Pearl Securities said despite the rupee appreciation, selling pressure persisted at the bourse. “The cement sector eroded 120 points from … Read more
ISLAMABAD: A meeting of the National Price Monitoring Committee (NPMC) on Wednesday reviewed the prices of wheat, sugar, pulses, chicken and other essential food items in the country. Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin presided over the meeting held at the Finance Division. The finance secretary briefed the meeting about … Read more
While Lady Gaga has had a lot of success as a musician, it hasn’t always been easy for her. The House of Gucci actress told The Hollywood Reporter that she had a “terrible” time during her auditions when she was a young aspiring actor. She admitted that she would “freeze” at auditions, ensuring that she … Read more
Darth Gator, a huge alligator, caressing a young woman who happens to be a zookeeper, wowed Instagram fans. Hugging a reptile might not be everyone’s cup of tea, given our phobia of creepy crawlies. However, a video of a keeper at the Lizard Zoo in California receiving a tight, passionate hug from a huge reptile … Read more
It is currently not feasible for users to add moderators to their Instagram lives. Instagram, the popular photo and video sharing network, is working on a new tool that will allow live broadcasters to add moderators to their streams while they are live. The new functionality is intended for the platform’s live content makers. The … Read more
From January 19th, 2022, Amazon will no longer accept payments made using Visa credit cards issued in the United Kingdom. Customers will continue to be able to use Visa debit cards issued in the United Kingdom, as well as MasterCard, American Express, and other credit cards. Amazon is refusing to accept Visa credit cards from … Read more
LAHORE: An accountability court on Wednesday granted the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) a 14-day physical remand of a close aide to PML-N president Shehbaz Sharif in the money laundering case. The NAB had arrested the absconding suspect, Ali Ahmad Khan, from Islamabad. The bureau produced the suspect before the court to obtain his physical remand. … Read more
According to XDA, Google has launched a surprise mid-month update for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro devices, which is expressly meant to improve the fingerprint scanner’s functionality. The new model’s position of that sensor has been a source of annoyance for users due to its sluggish and finicky operation. Users have complained about … Read more
Adele has admitted that as a celebrity, she had to relearn how to handle the dating environment. The Easy on Me singer, Adele opened up about her life since divorcing her ex-husband Simon Konecki in an interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music. “I’ve never been this well-known and been single,” she said. “So I … Read more
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Muhammad Amjad Khan Niazi on Wednesday highlighted Pakistan Navy’s efforts and various initiatives for ensuring maritime security in the region. The naval chief is on official visit to Kuwait during which he called on Commander Kuwait Naval Forces Brigadier General Hazza Al-Alati. Both the dignitaries discussed the matters of … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan will inaugurate the Track and Trace System of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for the sugar industry on November 23, 2021 at the PM House. The Track and Trace System will ensure electronic monitoring of manufacturing and sales of products of important sectors consisting of tobacco, fertilizers, sugar and … Read more
World Rugby announced a new global education campaign on Wednesday “to increase understanding of the importance of brain health” for players. The initiative, in conjunction with the International Rugby Players union, follows the revelation this month that former All Blacks prop Carl Hayman has early-onset dementia aged just 41. Hayman has joined a concussion legal action launched by ex-players … Read more
England fly-half George Ford will leave Leicester to join Premiership rivals Sale ahead of the 2022/23 season, the clubs announced on Wednesday. The 28-year-old, who has won 77 caps for England, has signed a three-year deal at the club, based in the northwest of the country. “It has been the most difficult decision of my … Read more
Ireland have to perform as well when they are favourites as they are to beat Argentina on Sunday as they did as underdogs in the 29-20 win over New Zealand last weekend, said captain James Ryan. The 25-year-old skippers the side, as he has done on several occasions since the 2019 Rugby World Cup when Johnny Sexton … Read more
Nora Fatehi, the Bollywood glitter, and glam dancing beauty said she sweated and wounded for the making of her latest hot single Kusu Kusu. The Dilbar dancer, Nora Fatehi became open about the lavishly adorned shimmery bodysuit with a veil cape that almost strangled her when discussing the uncomfortable wardrobe and busy shooting. The 29 … Read more
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Tuesday it will not set competition criteria for intersex and transgender people and has passed the subject on to individual sports’ governing federations. The IOC has struggled to establish a uniform position after a two-year consultation with over 250 participants which included the publication of a framework on the … Read more
Usman Mukhtar’s success in Pakistani dramas is unrivaled, and he has established a position for himself as the industry’s chocolaty hero in a short period of time. Now, the Anaa actor, Usman Mukhtar is preparing to play renowned Umro Ayyar in his new film, which is based on century-old Persian folklore and features fantasy, magic, … Read more
The idea of a “diplomatic boycott” by the United States of the winter Olympic Games in Beijing in February — to protest human rights violations by China — is gaining traction among some lawmakers in Washington. According to a report by The Washington Post Tuesday, citing sources close to the situation, the White House will soon … Read more
KARACHI: Administrator Karachi Murtaza Wahab assured the citizens that an inquiry would be conducted to determine the cause of the fire that erupted in Victoria Market of Saddar. While briefing the media on the fire, Wahab claimed that fire tenders had rushed to the scene as soon as they received the information. “The fire erupted … Read more
The Harry Potter reunion is happening and we can’t stay calm on our favorite wizards from the movie who are returning to the OG school of magic. HBO Max took to social media to announce the big news for Harry Potter fans, on the 20th anniversary of the film, a reunion of the cast is happening and … Read more
Falak Shabir and Alizeh Shah, two Pakistani superstars, are set to bond for their upcoming film, and the first photo of the pair has got the internet buzzing. While it is unclear whether the performers are working together on a music video or a commercial campaign, fans are adoring the new onscreen partnership. Shah and … Read more
Double Olympic figure skating champion Yuzuru Hanyu said Wednesday that he has not “even reached the starting line” as he races to recover from injury in time for February’s Beijing Games. The 26-year-old Japanese star will miss a tournament in Russia next week, having also pulled out of his home NHK Trophy last week because of … Read more
ISLAMABAD: Information Minister Fawad Chaudhary congratulated the nation and overseas Pakistanis for the passage of “historical bills” in the joint session of Parliament that he claimed would ensure free and fair elections in the country. Talking to media outside the Parliament House in Islamabad on Wednesday evening, the minister said that the Parliament has today … Read more
For their wedding photoshoot, a newlywed Pakistani couple goes “Super Saiyan,” recreating an iconic Dragon Ball Z scenario. The newlywed couple’s innovation has been praised by netizens. Dragon Ball Z is a prominent anime series known for its insane and over-the-top combat, which has made it the most popular battle shonen (a Japanese comic genre) … Read more
Roger Federer is targeting a return to the circuit in mid-2022, the Swiss star said Wednesday, hoping to play some big matches once again before bowing out in style. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, who turned 40 in August, is working his way back from a persistent right knee injury that restricted him to just … Read more
