Uchal — a festival of shepherds and farmers of the Kalash tribeBy: Kashif Jamil on August 19, 2019The kalash tribe is one of those tribes who have the least population of just 3,500 people. They reside in three valleys ramboor, bamborit and barir. Though initially they were scattered in 12 valleys of Kalash district Chitral of KPK but with the passage of time they were pushed in these three valleys. Their mysterious and wonderful culture attracts the people of world towards these valleys that … [Read more...] about Uchal — a festival of shepherds and farmers of the Kalash tribe
Exploring the most amazing places of the worldBy: Raana Kanwal on August 19, 2019The world is full of beautiful and amazing places, a collection of the attractive, the natural and the mysterious.Today we will tell you about some of the most fascinating and amazing places that you must visit once in your entire life.You will surely never forget these places after seeing them.FOUR SEASONS RESORT, BORA BORA — this beautiful and attractive resort is located on Bora … [Read more...] about Exploring the most amazing places of the world
I starred in ‘Ansoo’ when I was four: ElysèeBy: By Muhammad Ali on August 19, 2019I caught up with actress Elysèe Sheikh to ask her a few questions about her first film 'Sacch' which is to be released around December 2019. The actress talked about her character in the film and her experiences of performing in an Urdu language project and working under her father, Zulfikar Sheikh's direction.Is this your first acting experience? If so, how difficult was the whole process of … [Read more...] about I starred in ‘Ansoo’ when I was four: Elysèe
UIT students celebrate the spirit of independence through wall painting driveBy: Staff Report on August 19, 2019The students and faculty of Usman Institute of Technology (UIT), one of the country's top technology institutions, got together to celebrate the spirit of independence through a wall painting drive in Karachi.Hundreds of UIT students converged on different street spots in Karachi to beautify the city's walls and paint messages of love, peace, patriotism and civic sense in a commendable effort … [Read more...] about UIT students celebrate the spirit of independence through wall painting drive
The name Abdallah ‘worshipper of Allah’ existed in pre-Islamic periodBy: News Desk on August 19, 2019The name Abdallah, which means "worshipper of Allah", existed in the pre-Islamic period. In an interesting thread on Twitter, epigraphist and philologist Ahmad Al-Jallad said epigraphic records show that the name was in use many centuries before Islam in north-western Arabia and southern Levant - a large area in the eastern Mediterranean. Jallad said the name is written as ?bdlhy and ?bdlh in the … [Read more...] about The name Abdallah ‘worshipper of Allah’ existed in pre-Islamic period
The legacy of a storytellerBy: Muhammad Omar Iftikhar on August 18, 2019He spoke with such exuberance that each one of his sentences had a deep meaning that revealed one of life's many truths. His mind pondered upon the simplest and the complicated facades of our society and his narratives - mostly his personal experiences - showed us life's intricacies, facts, and mysteries. What he shared with the world as a speaker and as a writer were guidelines for the present … [Read more...] about The legacy of a storyteller
Observing World Humanitarian DayBy: Sana Samad on August 18, 2019World Humanitarian Day is celebrated across the world on August 19 to highlight the public awareness about humanitarian assistance activities and the importance of international cooperation.The day is observed for the humanitarian who have justified worked in the promotion of humanitarian cause and for those who have sacrificed their lives in the course of their work to acknowledge the ongoing … [Read more...] about Observing World Humanitarian Day
‘People who love life and music’ — dance parties return to BaghdadBy: Agencies on August 18, 2019Members of rival Iraqi biker gangs, clad in studded leather and black berets, burst out of their semi-circles to break dance, their tattoo-covered arms waving neon glowsticks. The Mongols Motorcycle Club dance circle was one of several at the Riot Gear Summer Rush event, a car show and concert held at a sports stadium in the heart of Baghdad.The scene was a far cry from the usual images … [Read more...] about ‘People who love life and music’ — dance parties return to Baghdad
Urdu is the way to goBy: Saqlain Soomro on August 18, 2019Ask anyone what you should be doing to brighten your future and the answer will be "learn English" Speaking of Pakistan, English language has tighten its shackles in the minds of people. It has not just become the compulsory language but the language that feeds you. And what our critics are doing, biting those hand that feeds.Our critics are wise. They know how to deteriorate the reputation of … [Read more...] about Urdu is the way to go
Lego celebrates 25th anniversary of ‘Friends’ by releasing a Central Perk set on August 18, 2019It was nearly 25 years ago that Friends Chandler, Ross, Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, and Joey first gathered for coffee and hilarious conversation in Central Perk. To celebrate this impressive anniversary, LEGO is commemorating the occasion with a special themed set that fans are sure to love. The beloved coffee shop has been reimagined as a charming 1,070-piece LEGO Ideas Central Perk set. The … [Read more...] about Lego celebrates 25th anniversary of ‘Friends’ by releasing a Central Perk set
