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TV shows with positive mental health stories may reduce negative attitud
May 17, 2026
A new study by the USC Norman Lear Center has found that responsible and positive portrayals of mental health in television and film can…

Islamabad Kabaddi Association appoints Rukhsanda Tasneem as women’s wing vice president
May 17, 2026
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…

Babar Azam set to return for second Test against Bangladesh
May 17, 2026
Babar Azam is available for Pakistan’s second and final Test against Bangladesh national cricket team in Sylhet after missing the opening match due to…

The Pak–Panda Bond Purview: When Nations Borrow More Than Money
May 19, 2026
The evening wind moved lazily through the old tea stalls where Babā Tāl sat beneath a fading electric bulb, the tiny brass bells stitched…

High-fibre diets linked to better brain health and longer life, researchers say
May 17, 2026
A diet rich in fibre may help improve overall health, support brain function and reduce the risk of chronic diseases, according to researchers studying…

Türkiye ambassador calls for stronger Pakistan-Türkiye academic partnership
May 15, 2026
ISLAMABAD: Türkiye’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Irfan Neziroglu, called for expanding academic, research and cultural cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye during a visit to…

Papa John’s top operator backs investor bid to buy company
May 17, 2026
NEW YORK: Investment firm Irth Capital is working with the largest U.S. franchisee of Papa John’s International on a potential bid to take the…

HEC makes GRE/HAT tests mandatory for MPhil and PhD admissions
May 17, 2026
The Higher Education Commission has centralised the admission process for MPhil and PhD programmes by making GRE/HAT tests conducted through its Education Testing Council…

Abdul Salam Afridi criticises federal government over KP development funds
May 17, 2026
MARDAN: Member of the Provincial Assembly Abdul Salam Afridi said public service and the supremacy of the Constitution remained central to his party’s politics,…