Healthy Diet Linked to Gum Disease Risk in Women, Study Finds

A new study by the University at Buffalo has found a strong link between diet quality and the oral microbiome in postmenopausal women. This marks the first time researchers have explored this relationship using the Healthy Eating Index 2020 (HEI-2020). The research, published in the Journal of Nutrition, examined 1,175 women. Those with healthier diets …

NEPRA Slashes Electricity Prices by Rs1.71 per Unit Across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: In a major relief for power consumers, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a Rs1.71 per unit reduction in electricity tariffs across Pakistan, including Karachi. The price cut will apply from April to June 2025, easing the burden of rising inflation. This decision follows a formal request from the federal government, …

National Savings Conducts Rs750 Prize Bond Draw in Peshawar

PESHAWAR: The much-anticipated Rs750 Prize Bond Draw 102 is happening on April 15, 2025, at the National Savings Office in Peshawar. This draw gives thousands of participants a chance to win big cash prizes, including a grand reward of Rs1.5 million. First Prize Worth Rs1.5 Million The draw will take place on Tuesday morning, with …

Korangi Fire Extinguished After 17 Days, But Gas Emission Continues

KARACHI: The massive fire that raged for more than two weeks in Karachi’s Korangi area has finally been extinguished. However, gas emission from the site still continues, raising ongoing safety concerns. The blaze broke out on March 29 after a deep bore-drilling operation went 1,200 feet underground. Since then, thick smoke and flames alarmed nearby …

US Bombing in Yemen Kills 123, Injures 247 Civilians

SANAA — The United States’ bombing campaign in Yemen has killed at least 123 people since mid-March, according to Yemen’s Ministry of Health. Most of the victims were civilians, including women and children. The ministry announced on Monday that 247 others had been injured in the strikes. US attacks, it added, have targeted families, homes, …

World Must Act: UNICEF Pleads for Immediate Access to Starving Gaza

Gaza: In a heartbreaking scene that reflects the worsening humanitarian crisis, a Palestinian mother is forced to feed her children stale, mould-infested bread to keep them alive. Hanadi, a mother living in a tent shelter in Gaza, spoke with UNICEF in an interview. “I never expected I would go back to using it,” she said …

Israel’s History of Broken Promises

Throughout history, nations have been tested with responsibilities—some divine, some diplomatic. Among these, the story of Bani Israel (Children of Israel) stands as one of the most repeated and cautionary tales in the Holy Qur’an. Known for being recipients of divine blessings and guidance, they were also reprimanded for one recurring sin: breaking their covenants. …

Historic Surge in Gold Prices: One-Day Hike of Rs10,000 Shocks Pakistan’s Markets

Karachi – April 11, 2025: Gold prices in Pakistan skyrocketed on Thursday, recording the highest-ever single-day increase in history. The price of per tola gold surged by Rs10,000, hitting a new record of Rs338,800. This massive jump has shaken both the local market and consumers nationwide. Gold Hits All-Time High in Pakistan In Karachi’s local …

Pakistani Scholars Declare Military Jihad Against Israel an Obligatory Duty

Islamabad – April 11, 2025: At a powerful National Palestine Conference in Islamabad, Mufti Munib Ur Rehman, Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani, Saad Rizvi, and several leading Islamic scholars from across Pakistan declared that military jihad against Israel is now an obligatory duty for all Muslim governments. The historic gathering brought together influential voices who strongly …

Israeli Forces Arrest Palestinian Journalist Samer Khuwaira in Nablus

Israeli forces arrested well-known Palestinian journalist Samer Khuwaira at his home in Nablus on April 10, 2025. A video widely shared on social media shows over a dozen soldiers entering his home and taking him into custody. The arrest took place in the occupied West Bank city, where Khuwaira has lived and worked for years. …

Macron Says France May Recognise Palestine in Coming Months

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France could recognise a Palestine in the coming months. He made the statement during an interview with France 5 television on Wednesday. Macron plans to finalise the move at a United Nations conference in June. France will co-chair the event alongside Saudi Arabia. The focus will be on …

Why Do Media Outlets Say “Gaza” Instead of “Palestine”?

The power of language cannot be overstated. Words shape perceptions, guide public discourse, and influence political stances. In the context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the shift in terminology from “Palestine” to “Gaza” is far more significant than it may initially appear. This subtle yet significant change has profound implications not only for how we understand …

We Asked ChatGPT About Its Take on Palestine — Here’s What It Said

In a time when silence often speaks louder than words, we decided to ask ChatGPT — one of the world’s most advanced AI tools — a simple yet heavy question: What is your take on Palestine? The answer we received wasn’t just insightful — it was deeply human, emotional, and thought-provoking. ChatGPT began by calling …

Bushra Bibi Seeks Better Jail Facilities at Adiala

ISLAMABAD: Bushra Bibi, wife of PTI founder Imran Khan and former first lady of Pakistan, has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking improved facilities in Adiala Jail. She is currently serving a seven-year sentence in the high-profile £190 million corruption case. Bushra Bibi filed the petition through her legal team, asking the court to …

90,000 Pakistanis to Perform Hajj 2025 Under Govt. Scheme

LAHORE: Federal Minister for Religious Affairs, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, announced that 90,000 Pakistanis will perform Hajj this year under the official government scheme. During a press conference in Lahore, Yousaf shared details about the upcoming pilgrimage. He confirmed that the Hajj flight operations under the government scheme will begin on April 29. Pilgrimage Preparations in …

Viral Video Highlights Devastating Impact of Israeli Airstrike in Gaza

The video, shared by local journalists, depicts bodies hurled high above destroyed buildings amidst plumes of smoke and dust from multiple Israeli strikes. One Gaza-based journalist remarked, “US rockets used by Israeli occupation to send both SOULS and BODIES of children to heaven!”​   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Islamic …

Gaza Bombardment Intensifies: 32 Died Amid Netanyahu’s U.S. Visit

The Gaza conflict has escalated, worsening an already devastating humanitarian crisis. Israeli airstrikes intensified across the Gaza Strip, killing at least 32 Palestinians on April 6. The dead include over a dozen women and children. These strikes coincided with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the U.S. to meet President Donald Trump. In response, …

KSA Temporarily Bans Visas for 14 Countries Ahead of Hajj Season

RIYADH: Saudi authorities have announced a temporary visa suspension for 14 countries ahead of the upcoming Hajj season. The move affects Umrah, business, and family visit visas. The restriction will likely remain in place until mid-June, diplomatic sources said. Officials clarified that Umrah visa holders can still enter the Kingdom until April 13. The affected countries …

War Leaves Scars That Echo Across Generations

In the heart of Gaza, the sun rises like any other day. Yet, for the people living there, it’s not just the beginning of a new day. It’s another battle for survival. Life in Gaza is a stark contrast to the world outside. Here, survival is not a given, and every moment is filled with …

Thousands Rally in Washington Against Trump-Musk Government Overhaul

WASHINGTON: Over 20,000 people gathered on Saturday in downtown Washington to protest President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally Elon Musk’s attempts to reshape the U.S. government and expand presidential powers. The demonstration took place at the National Mall. It marked the beginning of what organizers called the largest single-day protest against Trump’s sweeping executive …

Understanding Accelerated Aging: What Happens at 44 and 60?

Aging is usually seen as a slow and steady decline, but new research reveals that it doesn’t happen at a uniform pace. Scientists have discovered that our bodies experience bursts of accelerated aging, especially around the ages of 44 and 60. These discoveries change how we understand the aging process and offer new strategies to …

Janhvi Kapoor’s Ramp Walk Criticized, Tamanna Katoch Steals the Spotlight

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor walked the ramp for designer Rahul Mishra at Lakmé Fashion Week. She wore a black Bandhani bodycon gown with a flowing black coat. Her look was styled to impress. But the audience had mixed reactions. Social media users quickly expressed their views. Many called her walk “hasty” and “bouncy.” One user …

Fawad Khan Targeted Again as Abir Gulaal Nears Release

Pakistani superstar Fawad Khan, set to return to Bollywood with Abir Gulaal alongside Vaani Kapoor, has found himself at the center of a fresh political storm in India. Indian right-wing figures, led by veteran filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, have targeted Khan with renewed outrage, calling for protests and condemning his participation in Indian cinema. Ashoke Pandit, …

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