Ayeza Khan’s playful throwback sparks debate

Actor Ayeza Khan has sparked a debate on social media after sharing a humorous Instagram Story about ChatGPT, highlighting how the previous generation completed their education without artificial intelligence (AI). The actor shared a post on her Instagram Story that read: “Dear 90s kids, whenever you feel stupid, just remember we completed our degrees without…

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Hesson to complete Pakistan contract

KARACHI: Mike Hesson will complete his contract with the Pakistan team and has no intention of joining the England Test squad.  Recently, British media published a list of potential replacement coaches for the dismissed Test coach Brendon McCullum, which included Hesson’s name.  However, sources close to the Pakistani white-ball coach have confirmed that he is not interested in accepting…

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Can Pakistani dramas go global

Streaming talks renew hopes, but industry veterans warn international audiences demand much more than familiar family Pakistan’s ambitions to secure a stronger place on global streaming platforms have reignited debate over the future of the country’s entertainment industry, with government officials, filmmakers and directors broadly welcoming the prospect of international exposure while sharply disagreeing on…

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Déjà vu

I am reviewing my writings from the past eighteen years these days to compile them for a forthcoming book on Pakistan's fight against terror and wars in Afghanistan. It pains me to note we haven't progressed at all from where and how we were when these lines were first written and appeared in the press….

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China posts steady 4.7% growth, defies global headwinds

Strong H1 growth driven by innovation, high-tech sectors and resilient domestic demand despite global slowdown A worker checks automatic spool winders at a smart factory in Xin’an Town, Deqing County, Zhejiang province, China, on June 15, 2026. Photo: Xinhua China’s economy expanded by 4.7% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, demonstrating resilience amid global…

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French lawmakers back bill to remove statute of limitations for serious crimes against minors

France extends no time limit for prosecution to serious crimes against children, beyond crimes against humanity France’s parliament voted 93-51 to remove time limits for prosecuting the most serious crimes against minors. PHOTO: ANADOLU France’s National Assembly on Thursday voted to abolish the statute of limitations for the most serious crimes committed against minors, approving…

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Hamilton eyes Schumacher’s record

Lewis Hamilton returns to one of his favouritecircuits for the 20th consecutive year this weekend. Photo: AFP LONDON: Lewis Hamilton returns to one of his favourite circuits for the 20th consecutive year this weekend in pursuit of a victory for Ferrari to equal Michael Schumacher’s record six Belgian Grand Prix wins. After finishing third behind triumphant Ferrari…

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