Cristiano Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for sixth World Cup
ristiano Ronaldo will lead Portugal national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coach Roberto Martínez included the veteran forward in Portugal’s 27-man squad announced on…
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Seminar highlights nurses’ role and Pakistan’s medical tourism potential
ISLAMABAD: Maroof International Hospital and Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad jointly hosted an International Nurses Day seminar in Islamabad to recognise the contribution of nurses…
Over 400 farmers attend maize seminar in Swabi on modern agriculture practices
SWABI: More than 400 farmers participated in a maize cultivation seminar in Swabi organized jointly by Fatima Fertilizer and the Agriculture Extension Department, as…
Islamabad Kabaddi Association appoints Rukhsanda Tasneem as women’s wing vice president
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Kabaddi Association has appointed social and sports personality Rukhsanda Tasneem as vice president of its women’s kabaddi wing in a move…
Five breathing exercises that may improve stress, sleep and overall health
New research into breathwork is highlighting how controlled breathing exercises may help reduce stress, improve mental focus and support long-term health, as scientists continue…
Smartphone addiction and sleep deprivation to rising mental health concerns among youth
A growing number of international studies are warning that excessive smartphone use and poor sleep habits are contributing to mental health and lifestyle problems…
Shahid Afridi receives Hilal-e-Imtiaz for services to Pakistan cricket
ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has been awarded the Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Pakistan’s second-highest civilian honour, in recognition of his contributions to cricket and sports.…
The National Assembly approves fines for refusing polio vaccine, makes NADRA certificate mandatory
ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly has approved new legislation introducing stricter measures to support Pakistan’s polio eradication campaign, including fines for parents or guardians who…
Pakistani women clear first step to become international sailing judges
LAHORE: Two Pakistani women have achieved a milestone in the country’s sailing history after successfully completing the first stage toward becoming international sailing judges,…
12-year-old boy dies after eating watermelon
A 12-year-old boy died and three other children from the same family were hospitalised in India’s Chhattisgarh state in a suspected food poisoning case…