Actor says today’s comedies lack courage; praises classics like ‘Friends’, ‘Seinfeld’ Lisa Kudrow, best known for her Emmy-winning role as Phoebe Buffay on Friends, has voiced sharp criticism of modern sitcoms, claiming they are “too afraid” to make jokes that might make audiences uncomfortable. In a recent interview, Kudrow said she is not drawn to…
Official says excessive violence in game triggers aggressive behaviour among youth A Reuters file image. LAHORE: A letter written to the Punjab inspector general of police (IGP) on Saturday sought a ban on online game Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG). The letter was penned by SSP Liaqat Ali Malik on the instructions of CCPO Zulfiqar Hameed….
A win over Sri Lanka would tie Pakistan with New Zealand on points, with net run rate deciding semi-final progression England’s Phil Salt (2L) walks back after getting out as Pakistan’s players celebrate during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup Super Eights match between England and Pakistan at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium…
Hafiz Naeem reiterated that JI’s politics is focused on obtaining relief for people, whether anyone likes it or not Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan’s leader, Hafiz Naeem-ur-Rehman, has called on the government, and Prime Minister to heed the public’s demands. The JI chief emphasised that the ‘time for secretive government actions has passed.’ He said that, “The government team must come…
Climate change is fuelling crop disease and slashing yields for vulnerable farmers Listen to article WORLDWIDE: Climate change could render nearly two-thirds of banana-growing areas in Latin America and the Caribbean unsuitable by 2080, threatening the world’s most consumed fruit, according to a new report from Christian Aid. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, stronger storms, and fungal diseases…
Rapper has history of antisemitic statements, pro-Nazi references that have alienated corporate partners, politicians Kanye West, now going by Ye, is facing mounting backlash as multiple sponsors withdraw from the Wireless Festival, where he is scheduled to headline a three-night performance in July. The controversy centres on his history of antisemitic remarks and past pro-Nazi…
Programme will allow selected persons to attend month-long training in host country LAHORE: While educational opportunities have been few and far between for gender minorities in Pakistan, a local NGO has stepped in to create an international platform for the development of the country’s transgender persons. The Gender Guardian (TGG), a non-governmental organisation working…
12 Pakistani runners participated in event, highlighting the growing interest in endurance running within Pakistan A strong contingent of Pakistani distance runners proudly represented the country at the Tokyo Marathon 2026, one of the world’s most prestigious road races and a major fixture on the international marathon calendar. A total of 12 Pakistani runners participated…
PUBLISHED August 04, 2024 KARACHI: Once confined to the political periphery, far-right and nativist parties are now gaining ground across Europe, disrupting the Continent’s delicate equilibrium. From Helsinki to The Hague, their rise is reshaping the political landscape, with mainstream parties sometimes adopting more populist agendas to retain voters. In France, the spectre of far-right…
A growing industry faces new questions about long-term safety risks. Listen to article WORLDWIDE: Starch-based bioplastics, often marketed as sustainable and biodegradable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics, may pose similar health risks, new peer-reviewed research has found. Scientists who studied the effects of long-term exposure to bioplastics in mice reported toxic effects on organs, genetic functions, and gut…