Visiting South Korea? You must spend a weekend in Yeosu on June 8, 2023At first glance, Yeosu seems like a city right out of a movie set. Just a ferry ride away from Jeju Island, which is known to be a lovers’ spot, Yeosu makes for the perfect romantic pit stop. With illuminated cable cars, a glowing lighthouse, and sea-side food joints brimming with crowds and laughter, at […]
Dubai’s Department of Economy & Tourism’s latest campaign invites Pakistani visitors By: News Desk on June 7, 2023Dubai’s Department of Economy & Tourism (DET) is thrilled to unveil its latest campaign, Chalo Dubai, which is aimed at Pakistani travellers. For the first time, the campaign video exclusively targets this market by featuring actors speaking in Urdu. Dubai is the ultimate family vacation destination, offering world-class attractions and a variety of indoor and […]
From Golden Age to melancholy and back — a journey through Pakistani film industry By: Ozan Khan on June 7, 2023Pakistan’s film industry has had its fair share of ups and downs over the years. The industry, which dates back to the 1930s, flourished in the 1960s and 1970s, producing films that were loved not only in Pakistan but also across the border in India. However, the industry went through a period of decline from […]
Increasing prospects for Pakistani youth in data science and technology on June 7, 2023Information and Communications Technology has been the fastest-growing segment in Pakistan over the past few years. Between 2019 and 2022 alone, the industry has grown by a staggering 150 percent, a figure that is larger than any other industry in the country during this time. In the last six months of the year 2022, ie […]
Momina’s Mixed Plate’ Season 3 – a recap of raw and powerful truths shares by guests By: Staff Report on June 7, 2023Momina’s Mixed Plate Season 3, powered by Insignia Shoes, hosted a diverse range of guests to share their personal journeys and experiences, providing a window into their unique perspectives. Looking back at the season, from artists to activists and entrepreneurs, each guest brought something special to the show, enriching the conversations and shedding light on […]
Forster’s own world By: Dr. Zia Ahmed on June 6, 2023Edward Morgan Foster is one of the few shining stars after Kipling, who influenced the formerly colonized world of the Indo-Pak subcontinent through their writings. Foster represented two worlds in his novel ‘A Passage to India’; one of the Whiteman and the other of the brown man, and made equal justice with both. He mainly […]
‘Micky’ — Salmaan Bokhari’s upcoming tale of perseverance & passion By: Noorulain Ali on June 6, 2023Salmaan Bokhari, a Hollywood filmmaker, actor and artist known for brilliant acting skills and masterpieces films such as Tainted Love and The Donut Shop, is now occupied with his upcoming project for Pakistan called Micky. Trained and mentored by some of Hollywood’s best including Ivanna Chubbuck and legendary figures of theater and film like Diane […]
Pakistan under spotlight By: Staff Report on June 6, 2023Countering Violent Extremism in Pakistan Local Actions, Local Voices Anita M Weiss This book identifies and analyzes the impact of the various ways in which local people are responding, taking stands, recapturing their culture, and saying ‘stop’ to the violent extremism that has manifested over the past decade in Pakistan. Local groups throughout Pakistan are […]
Punjab University students explore artistic marvels at Alhamra Art Museum’ By: Staff Report on June 6, 2023A delegation of 29 female students from the Department of Textile Design at Punjab University recently had the privilege of visiting the Alhamra Art Museum, Cultural Complex at Gaddafi Stadium. During their visit, the students were warmly received by the staff of the Museum, who provided them with a fascinating tour of the Museum’s remarkable […]
Grief may increase the risk of heart problems shows new study By: Agencies on June 5, 2023Losing loved ones may have a significant impact on both psychological and physical health. The University of Arizona researched the influence of grief on heart function and discovered that intense grieving might induce a significant increase in blood pressure. According to the data, grieving may be a risk factor for cardiac events. The study, published […]