PESHAWAR: In an effort to boost the tourism sector, which has been hit hard by the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic, the provincial chief executive has directed for expediting efforts for opening the newly established provincial tourism authority. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Mahmood Khan issued these orders while presiding over the 22nd board meeting of the…
Premier aims to address past diplomatic tensions, promote cultural and environmental cooperation SYDNEY: Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Australia on Saturday, saying relations were “back on track” as he started the first visit by a Chinese premier to the major trading partner in seven years. Australia is “uniquely positioned to connect the West and the East”…
A unique way of life may open doors for medicine beyond cultural preservation. Listen to article WORLDWIDE: A study published in Cell Reports has revealed that the women of Jeju Island, South Korea, known as Haenyeo, may hold key genetic insights that could lead to breakthroughs in human biology, particularly in the treatment of blood pressure disorders….
KARACHI: Pakistani actor and model Omer Shahzad has publicly addressed criticism surrounding a video he shared from Makkah with his wife, Shanzay Lodhi, saying the couple’s intentions have been misunderstood. In a statement posted on social media, Shahzad said the video, which documented moments from their Umrah journey, was meant to preserve personal memories rather…
A Reuters file photo. ISLAMABAD: The Balochistan government has collected Rs2.5 billion from the minerals sector during the current financial year, despite coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent lockdown that was imposed to curb virus spread. The government has collected the huge amount from mining sector and deposited in the provincial treasury, an official of the…
Former education minister says the decision was not influenced by any ‘external pressure’ Federal Minister for Education Shafqat Mahmood. PHOTO: RP Former Education Minister Shafqat Mahmood has officially announced his retirement from politics after a 34-year-long career, stating that he would dedicate his remaining years to writing and teaching. In his statement, Mahmood clarified that…
Study offers fresh insight into how natural products may affect medical treatments. Photo: The study offers fresh insight into how cinnamon may affect medical treatments. Listen to article Cinnamon may be a beloved spice in kitchens and health stores alike, but a new study has found that overconsumption could interfere with how the body processes prescription drugs….
Melissa Gilbert, famed for her role as Laura Ingalls on Little House on the Prairie, spoke publicly for the first time about her husband Timothy Busfield following his arrest on child sexual contact charges. In a tearful interview on Good Morning America, Gilbert defended Busfield’s character and insisted she trusts him completely with their children…
MIANWALI: A mother of seven children ended her life by consuming poisonous pills along with her two daughters over a domestic dispute in Mohalla Selwan, Kundian on Saturday. A sense of shock and mourning spread in the neighbourhood after the incident. As per details obtained by The Express Tribune, Muhammad Tahir Qureshi, son of Allah…
Says Babar is ‘well aware that his strike rate in the power play in the World Cup is less than 100’ “We brought Babar back in for a specific role post the Asia Cup,” said Hesson. PHOTO: AFP/REUTERS Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson said on Friday that batting great Babar Azam was dropped lower down…