120 Starlink satellites burn Up in January 2025, creating stunning meteor showers
Listen to article A surge in reentries of SpaceX’s Starlink satellites has sparked concerns over their environmental impact, as 120 satellites burned up upon reentry in January 2025 alone. This marks an increase in the frequency of artificial meteor showers caused by the decommissioning of first-generation Starlink satellites. According to Jonathan McDowell, an astronomer at the Harvard […]
Fear, shock shroud Tirah after killing of abducted traders – Pakistan
KHYBER: The killing of abducted Tirah traders’ leader Haji Sher Mohammad and his colleague on February 4 by proscribed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has largely dampened the spirits of locals with most of them remaining in a state of constant fear and shock since the occurrence of the gruesome incident. Local sources told this scribe that […]
Transporters protest, block entry points after trucks set on fire in Karachi
Listen to article Transporters in Karachi have launched a protest in response to a series of incidents involving heavy vehicles being set on fire, Express News reported. Protesters blocked major city entry points, including roads leading to Port Qasim, Hub Chowki, and New Sabzi Mandi, leading to disruptions in trafficThe transporters have demanded enhanced security measures from […]
Google Messages could soon support WhatsApp video calls
Listen to article Google is preparing to introduce a highly anticipated feature for its Messages app, allowing users to make WhatsApp video calls directly from within the app. This integration will eliminate the need to switch between apps, streamlining the video-calling process and improving overall convenience for users. Currently, Google Messages only supports video calls through Google […]
World’s highest penthouse in Burj Khalifa listed for $51 million
Listen to article Dubai’s luxury real estate market has introduced a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with the listing of the world’s highest residence: a 21,000-square-foot duplex penthouse in the iconic Burj Khalifa. The penthouse is now available for $51 million, offering an unparalleled lifestyle with panoramic views of the Dubai skyline, the Arabian Gulf, and the vast desert beyond. […]
Wedding halls light up sombre nights in Kabul – World
KABUL: As night settles over Afghanistan’s capital, only a few small lights and neon signs pierce the darkness and thick blanket of winter pollution. But on some street corners, glittering colossal wedding halls loom out of the gloom, a rare display of opulence in the Afghan capital. The city of more than six million people […]
Pakistan’s ranking on corruption perception index slides 2 spots: Transparency International – Pakistan
Pakistan’s ranking on the Corruption Perspective Index (CPI) 2024 has dropped by 2 spots from 133 in 2023 to 135 in 2024 out of 180 countries, according to a report released by Transparency International on Tuesday. The CPI ranks 180 countries and territories by their perceived levels of public sector corruption on a scale of […]
Sanya Malhotra’s ‘Mrs’ becomes most searched film on Google after record debut
Listen to article Bollywood actor Sanya Malhotra’s latest release, Mrs, has made a significant impact on streaming platforms, breaking records. The film achieved the biggest-ever opening on ZEE5 and became the most searched film on Google, further solidifying its success. Directed by Arati Kadav, Mrs is the official Bollywood remake of the Malayalam film The Great Indian […]
‘Pakistan needs to exploit IT potential’: industry leader – Business
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan needs to focus on specialised IT skills and international branding as there is significant potential for growth in this sector, said Saquib Ahmad, Country Managing Director SAP Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq and Bahrain. Talking to the media on Monday, he added that to unlock its full potential, Pakistan needs international branding of its IT […]
Hania Aamir shares fun pre-birthday moments
Listen to article Pakistani actress Hania Aamir is gearing up for her 28th birthday on February 12 and has already begun her celebrations in style. The actress shared glimpses from her pre-birthday party with her fans on social media, showcasing fun-filled moments of joy with her close friends. In the images, Hania radiated happiness as she posed […]