KARACHI: If you’ve ever had a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), you know how annoying and painful it can be. A UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system — could be your kidneys (a condition called pyelonephritis), ureters, bladder (a condition called cystitis) and the urethra (a condition called urethritis). Most infections … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The two-centuries old Bedi Mahal is in complete ruins and the three-storey iconic building of Kallar Syedan may collapse entirely if measures are not taken on a war-footing to restore it, Bol News has learnt. Situated in Kallar Syedan some 40 kilometres away from Islamabad, in Rawalpindi district, the old palace still has the … Read more
BEIJING: During the 2022 Munich Security Conference (MSC) which concluded on February 20, 2022, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar warned countries of “debt trap” created by Chinese assistance, a false cliché that the US and its close allies often use to discredit China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the mutually beneficial economic and … Read more
Lady Gaga in Armani Privé Echoing the style of classic Hollywood veterans, Gaga paired her vintage look with sky-high white platforms and an ornate Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace. Saniyya Sidney in Zuhair Murad Enchanting as always, Sidney wore a blue aster off-shoulder organza gown featuring layers of gauzy fabric that made for a … Read more
RIO DE JANEIRO: Major mining companies are seeking to expand to currently protect the indigenous lands in the Amazon rainforest, bolstered by billions of dollars in financing from international banks and investment firms, a report found. Nine mining giants including Brazil’s Vale, Britain’s Anglo American and Canada’s Belo Sun have filed applications seeking authorisation to … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The provision of healthcare services to the citizens at the grass-root level is the basis of a true welfare state and requires enormous struggle to ensure the well-being of citizens. The task becomes more challenging especially at the time when a nation undergoes or comes across a challenge like Covid-19 as it has to … Read more
Australia cricket great Shane Warne, widely regarded as one of the greatest Test players of all time, died on Friday of a suspected heart attack aged 52. According to Warne’s management company, the retired leg-spinner was found lying in Koh Samui, Thailand. “It is with great sadness we advise that Shane Keith Warne passed away … Read more
LAHORE: Into its fourth year of rule in Punjab, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government has announced to reinitiate the historic multibillion rupee project of constructing the Sheikh Zayed Complex also known as The Mubarak Centre in Lahore that has been pending for the last 16 years. With a cost of $450 million, the project to … Read more
BEIJING: Continuing geopolitical tensions like those involving Russia and Ukraine have further tightened global energy supplies and are expected to push commodity prices higher, which will make the ongoing fragile global economic recovery more challenging, analysts said. Any escalation in hostilities will likely pose a significant risk to commodity exports and supplies and further inflate … Read more
The world began with the white man at its helm, daring to take a leap of servicial support in an effort to save people of colour from their own societies, cultures, and practices – or so the story is often weaved to the masses. Albeit, grossly misrepresented by omission and a certain bias, or rather … Read more
Since the inception of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in 2016, it has become a norm that the tournament will give birth to a star every season that can rock the world stage. In the previous six seasons, almost at least one player went on to represent Pakistan after performing at the PSL in the … Read more
BEIJNING: The escalating situation in Ukraine will likely push global corn and wheat prices higher and affect China’s agricultural imports from the country, which supplies around 30 per cent of China’s corn imports, though the impact will be limited, industry analysts said on Thursday. In addition, certain trade between China and Ukraine may also be … Read more
LAHORE: Weather plays an indispensable role in motivating and putting one’s mood in a positive direction. Spring is that time of the year in which our ecosystem and atmosphere goes through a massive weather transition. During this season, the celebratory festival known as Jashn-e-Baharan is held at Jilani Park every year. This spring festival involves … Read more
The prestigious New York institution on Monday will launch the second half of its programming with another milestone — although this one appears designed primarily to satisfy its older guard. The company will perform Giuseppe Verdi’s “Don Carlos” in its original French — the language the epic opera was first performed in when it premiered … Read more
RAWALPINDI: The seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) came to an end on February 27 with a glittering final at the Gaddafi Stadium where the home team Lahore Qalandars thrashed defending champions Multan Sultans by 42 runs to clinch their maiden title. Just like every year, this edition also witnessed the rise of some … Read more
To know thy roots; in what can be surmised as a cultural renaissance in a post-colonial world, many artists from the second-third generation from South Asian diaspora are giving birth to a vibrant underground music scene in an effort to diverge from the mainstream structures that aim to alienate them, but at the same time … Read more
LAHORE: The Lahore Development Authority’s (LDA) chief metropolitan planner is currently seeking proposals from the general public and stakeholders for objections or suggestions on planning policies or scenarios of the draft master plan of Lahore District, Bol News has learnt. It is pertinent to mention here that integrated spatial or master planning of Lahore is … Read more
A 26-year-old successful tech-entrepreneur, who had started and sold a media company at the age of 17, said he will never send his children to university, Emirates News Agency WAM reported. “I have actually made a resolution to myself that when I have children I’m not going to send them to university. I know, it’s … Read more
We’ve lost countless phenomenal women over the years, and like every year, strong women who made an impact in others’ lives are remembered. They can be from the field of writing, direction, or even music, and their contribution is immense considering all these fields are male-dominated. We pay tribute to eight such women, who came, … Read more
RIYADH: In Saudi culture, a diwaniya is typically a place where men gather in a home or casual setting to engage in dialogue. While sitting on sofas, they dive into conversation and friendly exchanges to resolve the political and social issues affecting their community. The diwaniya held on Friday night in an opulent residence a … Read more
MULTAN: Policing has always been a tricky affair to manage in South Punjab — an area of varied topography and landscape with a diverse population mix with more dwelling in rural areas. Comprising three divisions including Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan and Bahawalpur, previously policing in the region was in the administrative control of the Punjab … Read more
KARACHI: Once considered the most important department in pre-war, war and post-war situations, the Sindh Civil Defence Department has lost its significance, Bol News has learnt. The government body once known for giving remedy during and after natural and man-made disasters, is now amongst the most neglected ones for the past 20 years. Directorate Civil … Read more
When the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bank governors gather in Jakarta, in person and virtually, this week, they can take inspiration from the Indonesian phrase, gotong royong, ‘working together’ to achieve a common goal. This spirit is more important than ever as countries are facing a tough obstacle course this year. The … Read more
Karachi: He may have grown older, but Liam Neeson still gets the job done. What if he is a grandfather in this low-budget Taken wannabe where he plays an off-the-books freelance FBI fixer who does his boss’s dirty work, he still doesn’t miss when someone threatens his family. Just like his last few flicks Honest … Read more
KARACHI: The appointment proposal of Dr Asim Hussain’s wife as executive director (ED) in Sindh Higher Education Commission (SHEC) has raised questions about the meritocracy of the education commission. Frequent questions on the process and eligibility of Dr Samreen’s appointment are making the issue more controversial; and as a wife, there is serious concern about … Read more
KARACHI: Earnings of the KSE-100 Index increased significantly, displaying a jump in quarterly profit of 19.9 per cent. However, almost all listed companies involved in manufacturing, assembling and production activities have complained of the supply chain challenges, which would take a toll on the demand and profitability. According to industry sources, the freight for spot … Read more
Karachi: The idea of love and passion that is promoted, supported, and projected on mainstream media today is a lethal mix with uniform recipe — one that we have seen, ingested, and unknowingly internalised ad nauseam. From extramarital affairs to defending misogyny, everything is justified in the content that we see and the currently trending … Read more
The seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) was not just a huge success in the country but also abroad where it was followed by cricket lovers. Although Lahore Qalandars emerged as the victorious side, it was Multan Sultans who had a flawless tournament, besides two matches against the eventual winners. If one looks … Read more
