Mindless Eating and What Leads Us to Snack Unconsciously

Have you ever looked down at an empty plate and thought, Wait—did I just eat all that? You’re not alone. This autopilot habit is called mindless eating, a pattern where we snack, nibble, or graze without really tasting, noticing, or even remembering the food. It’s the opposite of mindful eating—where every bite is savored, every …

Pakistani Rupee Shows Stability, Gains Slightly Against US Dollar

The Pakistani rupee has shown stability against the US dollar on Tuesday, showing a slight appreciation in early trading hours. By 9:50 am, the rupee traded at 277.63, marking a gain of Re0.05 against the greenback in the inter-bank market. This slight uptick followed Monday’s close, where the rupee had settled at 277.68, according to …

PSX Surges as Bullish Trend Pushes KSE-100 Index Past 91,000

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) continued its bullish trend on Tuesday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index surged past the 91,000 level during intra-day trading. By 1:20 pm, the KSE-100 was trading at 91,334.46, gaining 1,138.95 points or 1.26%. Investors poured capital into index-heavy sectors, with significant buying activity seen in cement and banking stocks, fueling …

JPMorgan Sues Customers Over Exploitation of ATM Glitch

JPMorgan Chase has filed multiple lawsuits against individuals and businesses accused of exploiting a viral ATM glitch that allowed them to withdraw large sums from checks before they cleared. The lawsuits, initiated on Monday, target two individuals and two businesses in Houston, Miami, and Los Angeles, seeking recovery of over $661,000 in allegedly misappropriated funds. …

Israel Accuses Al Jazeera Reporters of Links to Hamas

Israel has accused six Al Jazeera reporters based in Gaza of acting as operatives for Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The accusations come amid heightened conflict in Gaza, with Israel asserting that Al Jazeera journalists are aiding groups it considers terrorist organizations. Al Jazeera strongly condemned the allegations, calling them fabricated and an attempt to …

Israel Approves Bills Banning UNRWA Operations

The Israeli parliament has approved two bills that ban the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) from operating within Israel and areas under its control. The new laws, passed on Monday, could dismantle crucial aid operations in Palestinian territories where humanitarian needs are critical. The first law prohibits UNRWA from conducting …

Biden Administration Receives Letter Urging for Imran Khan’s Release

The Biden administration has confirmed it received a letter from over 60 US Congress members. The letter urges the White House to advocate for the release of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan. This collective appeal has amplified the international spotlight on Khan’s detention in Pakistan. During a briefing on Tuesday, US State Department Spokesperson …

NASA Administrator Calls for Investigation into Musk’s Alleged Contacts with Putin

In light of a Wall Street Journal report alleging Elon Musk has engaged in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on Friday advocated for an investigation into these claims. Nelson emphasized that if the report proves accurate, it raises concerns for NASA, the Department of Defense, and …

The Dark Side of TikTok in Pakistan

With its immense reach and ease of use, TikTok has undeniably revolutionized social media. In Pakistan, the app quickly gained popularity, especially among youth, giving rise to many influencers who have amassed considerable fame and influence. However, alongside its popularity, TikTok has also become a platform fraught with controversy and ethical concerns. A disturbing trend …

Veteran Actor Firdous Jamal Opens Up About Life Choices and Isolation

Renowned Pakistani actor Firdous Jamal, famous for his roles in classic dramas like Waris, Manchalay Ka Sauda, Sayebaan Seeshey Ka, Anaa, and Pyare Afzal, recently shared his life’s latest journey in an interview with YouTuber Ambreen Fatima. After a challenging battle with cancer, which he was diagnosed with in December 2022, Jamal emerged with a …

PTCL Group Faces Mounting Losses Despite Revenue Growth

ISLAMABAD: PTCL Group, Pakistan’s largest telecom entity, is grappling with financial struggles despite increasing revenues. Much like other troubled state-owned companies, including Pakistan Steel Mills, PIA, and Pakistan Railways, PTCL is facing mounting losses. The latest financial results reveal a revenue increase of 15.3% to Rs160.6 billion for the first nine months of 2024 compared …

Ex-CJP Qazi Faez Isa Departs for Istanbul Post-Retirement

Former Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa departed for Istanbul on Friday, a day after his official retirement. He was accompanied by his wife and left from Islamabad airport on a Turkish Airlines flight, according to airport officials. Justice Isa utilized the regular international lounge before boarding, with assigned protocol staff present to assist. …

NEPRA Approves Rs3.03 Per Unit Electricity Hike for Karachi

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has hiked electricity rates for Karachi by Rs3.03 per unit. This increase, announced as part of the monthly fuel price adjustment for July 2024, will impact consumers in Karachi under K-Electric. K-Electric initially sought a rate hike of Rs3.09 per unit, citing increased fuel costs. NEPRA reviewed the …

PCB Announces Squads for Australia and Zimbabwe Tours

The Pakistan cricket selectors have announced 15-member squads for their upcoming tours to Australia and Zimbabwe. Pakistan will play three ODIs and three T20Is in each country. The Australia tour runs from November 4 to 18, while the Zimbabwe tour will be from November 24 to December 5. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will reveal Pakistan’s …

WHO Alarmed by Gaza Hospital Crisis Amid Ongoing Military Operations

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has voiced serious concerns about military operations around health facilities in Gaza. He highlighted that ongoing shortages of medical supplies are preventing life-saving care for patients in the region. Dr. Tedros issued a statement describing a harrowing situation at Kamal Adwan Hospital, located …

UK Parliamentarians Urge Release of Imran Khan from Adiala Jail

A group of 20 British parliamentarians has called on UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to advocate for the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan from Adiala Jail. The cross-party appeal urges the UK government to engage directly with Pakistan to secure Khan’s freedom. Kim Johnson, MP for Liverpool Riverside, authored the letter upon …

NASA Astronaut Hospitalized After SpaceX Mission Return

WASHINGTON: A NASA astronaut was hospitalized Friday after returning from an eight-month mission on the International Space Station (ISS). NASA has withheld the astronaut’s name and the specific health issue for privacy. The astronaut landed off Florida’s coast aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon capsule, accompanied by two other NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut. The spacecraft, …

Trump Joins Rogan, Criticizes “Disloyal” Staff, Clashes with Ex-Aide Kelly

Former President Donald Trump appeared on Joe Rogan’s podcast for a three-hour interview on Friday, discussing his past presidency, staff choices, and the upcoming 2024 election. Trump shared that hiring “disloyal people” was his “biggest mistake” in office, indirectly referencing former Chief of Staff John Kelly. Days earlier, Kelly described Trump as a “fascist” and …

Pakistan Clinches Test Series Against England with Nine-Wicket Win

Lahore: Spinners Noman Ali and Sajid Khan led Pakistan to a resounding nine-wicket victory over England in the deciding third Test on Saturday, sealing a memorable 2-1 series triumph. The duo’s powerful performance left England’s batting lineup in tatters and crowned Pakistan’s first home Test series win in three years. Pakistan’s dominance began with a …

New Polio Case Detected in Pakistan, Taking 2024 Tally to 41

Islamabad: A day after World Polio Day, Pakistan reported another polio case, raising this year’s total to 41. The latest case was identified in the Loralai district of Balochistan, marking the first reported case in that area for 2024. Health officials disclosed that the patient is a 42-month-old girl who showed signs of paralysis on …

FBR Introduces Daily Update System for Active Taxpayers List

Karachi: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has made a significant amendment to the Income Tax Rules, 2002. 8 The FBR issued a notification on October 18, 2024, under an SRO, detailing these amendments. This new policy falls under Section 237 of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001. According to the FBR, taxpayers who file their …

Justice Afridi Elevated from PHC Chief to Supreme Court Justice

Justice Afridi was born on January 23, 1965, in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan. He belongs to the Adam Khel clan of the Afridi tribe and grew up in Kohat’s Babari Banda village. Coming from a family with a tradition of public service, Justice Afridi was encouraged to pursue education and contribute to his community. He …

Israel Strikes Iranian Military Targets After Killing Hezbollah Leaders

In response to escalating tensions, Israel launched precise strikes on Iranian military facilities. This action followed the killing of Hezbollah’s top leaders in Lebanon by Israeli forces. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced that their strikes specifically targeted Iranian military infrastructure. However, they did not aim at energy or nuclear facilities, according to a U.S. …

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