FIFA Removes Thousands of Harmful Social Media Comments During World Cup
FIFA says it has removed more than 388,000 harmful or inappropriate social media posts and comments since the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as part of its wider effort to curb online abuse during the tournament. According to the global football body, the monitoring campaign has reviewed millions of posts since June 11, […]
Pregnant Women Exposed to Dozens of Chemicals, Study Finds
Pregnant women are exposed to dozens of chemicals through everyday products, food, water and air pollution, according to a new scientific study that examined chemical exposure during pregnancy. The study found that several of these chemicals were linked to health risks including premature birth and low birth weight, raising concerns about the impact of routine […]
Mufti Qavi Clarifies Relationship With Influencer Fareeha Farrukh After Viral Video
Mufti Abdul Qavi has clarified his relationship with social media influencer Fareeha Farrukh after a video featuring the two circulated widely online. In the viral video, Mufti Qavi described Fareeha Farrukh as his granddaughter and warned social media users against making inappropriate comments about her. The video drew public attention because of Qavi’s past association […]
Pakistani-Origin Footballer Zidane Iqbal Makes World Cup History
Pakistani-origin midfielder Zidane Iqbal made history at the FIFA World Cup 2026 by becoming the first footballer of Pakistani heritage to appear in a men’s World Cup match. Iqbal came on for Iraq in the 59th minute during their opening match against Norway, which Iraq lost 4-1. The moment was significant for Pakistani football fans […]
Walking a Friendship Across Generations: Reflections from Xinjiang
By Syeda Zainab Gillani Some journeys do not begin with the traveller. They begin decades earlier, carried quietly across generations until someone finally walks them into the present. This trip to Xinjiang, as part of a delegation of the Pakistan-China Friendship Association, was, in a sense, also a continuation of my late father, Syed Ali […]
Messi Red Card Debate Raises Questions Over World Cup Officiating
Argentina captain Lionel Messi avoided a red card during his side’s 3-0 win over Algeria in the FIFA World Cup, prompting debate over the consistency of refereeing decisions at the tournament. The controversy emerged after Messi appeared to make contact with Algerian defender Aïssa Mandi during a challenge. Several analysts and fans said the incident […]
How Many Times Should Rice Be Washed Before Cooking? Research Offers New Insights
Washing rice before cooking is a common kitchen practice in many parts of the world, but experts say rinsing it repeatedly until the water runs completely clear may not be necessary. Recent research suggests that washing rice before cooking can help remove surface dust, reduce some contaminants and lower microplastic levels, but excessive rinsing may […]
Rs50m trout farming project launched in GB
ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (ABC):Gilgit-Baltistan is implementing a Rs50 million trout farming project in District Ghizer as part of efforts to strengthen food security and support economic growth in the region. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the Government of Gilgit-Baltistan has directed its development resources towards food and nutrition security through fisheries, trout […]
Pakistan to establish Green University to build climate-skilled workforce
ISLAMABAD, Jun 18 (ABC):Pakistan plans to establish a Green University aimed at developing climate-resilient human capital, promoting green innovation and supporting the country’s transition toward a sustainable and low-carbon economy. According to official documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC) is advancing the initiative to equip young professionals […]
FTO holds RTO Hyderabad guilty in Rs7.3 million tax case
ISLAMABAD, June 17 (ABC): The Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) has held officials of the Regional Tax Office (RTO) Hyderabad responsible for maladministration in a withholding tax case involving a Matiari-based rice mill and directed the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to conduct fresh proceedings after providing the taxpayer a proper opportunity of hearing. According to […]