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  • King Charles Diagnosed With Cancer

    King Charles Diagnosed With Cancer

    Buckingham Palace said Britain’s monarch King Charles will suspend his public duties to undergo treatment for cancer. The palace has not disclosed what form of cancer the King has.

    Charles, 75, who became king in September 2022 following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth, is feeling ‘positive’ and looking ‘forward to returning to full public duty as soon as possible’, the palace said.
    Charles spent three nights in hospital last month where he had a corrective procedure for an enlarged prostate.

    No further details were given about the type of cancer the King has.

  • Divorce breaks you, shouldn’t be an ‘easy way out’: Juggan Kazim

    Divorce breaks you, shouldn’t be an ‘easy way out’: Juggan Kazim

    Actress and television host Juggan Kazim has made a comeback in the mini-series Gunah, proving that she still has the ability to captivate audiences. Despite facing challenges, including a difficult divorce, she now has a wonderful family with her second husband and openly shares her experiences.

    During a guest appearance on Masarrat Misbah’s show, Juggan shared valuable advice for singles considering remarriage, especially moms. She emphasized the importance of taking the time to meet the person, involving the kids in the process, and making a thoughtful decision. Juggan herself followed this approach with her second husband, Faisal Naqvi, taking six months before committing to the relationship. Although Faisal’s kids initially took time to accept their relationship, things eventually worked out.

    She said, “Women with children should take a cautious approach, and involve their children in the decision-making process.”
    The actress-turned-host highlighted the significance of investing time and effort into blending families, especially when stepchildren are involved. According to Kazim, “Patience is key, as it took time for Faisal’s grown-up children to warm up to their new family dynamics.”

    Juggan also expressed her concerns about the trend of easy divorces in today’s society. She shared her personal struggle and highlighted the toll it takes on individuals internally. While she discouraged stigmatizing divorce, she expressed worry that society is normalizing the easy way out, which could influence younger generations. Juggan stressed the importance of making a genuine effort to make a marriage work, as she believes that commitment is lacking in today’s culture.

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  • Gohar Rasheed sparks conversation on color bias in entertainment industry

    Gohar Rasheed sparks conversation on color bias in entertainment industry

    Popular actor Gohar Rasheed has talked about a concerning trend in the entertainment world, stating that just having fair skin is seen as enough to become an actor. He pointed out that some people even spend a lot of money on injections to lighten their skin quickly and get roles in the industry.
    The actor from ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ highlighted, with a bit of criticism, that having fair skin might be the only thing that matters in getting good opportunities in the entertainment field.

    “No matter how good someone is at acting, they will be chosen for roles just because they have fair skin,” he said.

    Pointing out that someone with fair skin might not even know how good they are at acting, Gohar said that the production company still recognizes their talent and tells them about their skill in acting.
    “After the fair complexion injection, the person’s journey to becoming an actor begins, and they are offered a variety of roles,” he said.

    He asked everyone to recognize biases and deal with the fact that there is racism in our nation. He said, “We need to admit that we are a racist nation.”
    When someone asked Gohar how long it took for him to realize he doesn’t meet traditional beauty standards, he said, “I used to mention I wasn’t conventionally good-looking, but I have realised that I am the most conventional.”
    Explaining further, he said, “Being conventional means being like most people, and I feel like I connect with most folks.” This implies that his personality fits in with what’s typical in society, unlike those who stand out mainly because of their exceptionally good looks, particularly fair skin.
    “People with fair complexions are unconventional and unique,” Gohar stated.

    Many actors in the entertainment industry have admitted that having fair skin helped them get chances, while others have shared that they initially faced rejection because of their darker complexion.

  • Bilawal promises to change Karachi if elected

    Bilawal promises to change Karachi if elected

    Former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has promised to change the map of Karachi if he comes into power after winning the upcoming general elections set to take place on February 8.

    The Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) chairman promised to ensure Karachi receives its fair share of rights by securing representation in both the provincial and national assemblies.

    “Other parties are contesting polls for their benefits, but the PPP will work for Karachi and protect its mandate,” he said.

    Bilawal Bhutto also stated that everyone other than PPP is engaged in the politics of hatred and revenge.

  • Mayor of Karachi lambasted on social media following Karachi rains

    Mayor of Karachi lambasted on social media following Karachi rains

    The recent rains in Karachi have sparked heavy criticism of the city’s governance on social media.

    With the main arteries blocked following the rain on Saturday, the city has been flooded while movement has been disrupted.

    Karachi’s mayor Murtaza Wahab of the PPP is under fire on social media, especially now that the elections are around the corner.

  • More than 120 million people will vote on February 8, says Murtaza Solangi

    More than 120 million people will vote on February 8, says Murtaza Solangi

    The Caretaker Information Minister, Murtaza Solangi, said on Monday that over 120 million people will vote on February 8, as the general elections are scheduled on the same date.

    According to PTV, he passed the remarks while addressing a ceremony.

    Murtaza Solangi also said that the caretaker government helped the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) to make the election process smooth.

    “Elections are just two days away,” he added. “People will choose their representatives by exercising their right to vote.”

    The information minister also said that according to the constitution, elected representatives will run the country.

  • Pakistanis observe Kashmir Solidarity Day

    Pakistanis observe Kashmir Solidarity Day

    People across Pakistan are showing support for their Kashmiri brothers and sisters’ fight against human rights abuses in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) by observing Kashmir Solidarity Day on Monday.

    The Ministry of Kashmir Affairs issued a press release, stating that they have made all necessary arrangements to observe Kashmir Solidarity Day.

    The ministry is organising solidarity walks all over the country, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir. In Islamabad, a rally on Constitution Avenue showed support for the Kashmiri people.

    A minute of silence was also observed at 9:30am to pay homage to the martyrs of Kashmir.

    “Posters and billboards have been displayed around important Avenves, airports, and railway stations to highlight the plight of Kashmiri people,” said the statement.

    Additionally, educational institutions across the country have arranged debate and declamation contests along with essay writing competitions for the occasion.

    President Dr Arif Alvi has said that the right to self-determination is a cardinal principle of international law, but regrettably, the Kashmiri people have not been able to exercise this inalienable right.

  • Hania Aamir surprised by Babar Zaheer’s playful joke about her marriage

    Hania Aamir surprised by Babar Zaheer’s playful joke about her marriage

    No, Hania Aamir is not getting married next month. No, Babar Zaheer was not lying when he said Hania was getting married.
    Confused? Let us explain.

    It all started when makeup artist Babar Zaheer cracked a joke about the actress getting married. “Hania Aamir is getting married next month.”

    A video featuring Zaheer and Hania is going viral on social media platform Instagram.

    In the viral video, the makeup artist can be seen doing the actress’ hair. At one point, he smilingly says that Hania Aamir is getting married next month.

    The actress herself gets confused.

    Seeing Hania’s expression, Babar asks, “Is it funny,” to which Hania says that it is not funny at all.
    Babar says that he had tried to arranged Hania’s marriage multiple times, to which Hania responds that this series should now come to an end.

    Babar Zaheer then promises that he will not spread such rumors in the future.

    So there you have it. Just two friends cracking jokes about marriage. There’s no reason wedding happening next month.

  • Gold price in Pakistan falls by Rs1,200 per tola, breaking winning streak

    Gold price in Pakistan falls by Rs1,200 per tola, breaking winning streak

    In a reversal from its recent gains, gold prices in Pakistan opened the new week in the red, witnessing a decline of Rs1,200 per tola for 24-karat gold, bringing it to Rs214,800 on Monday.

    The Karachi Sarafa Association reported a decrease of Rs1,029 in the 10-gramme 24-karat gold, settling at  184,156. The 10-gramme 22-karat gold closed at Rs168,810.

    This comes after a notable surge last week, where gold prices rose by Rs2,100 per tola due to an upswing in international prices. Contrary to gold, silver prices remained steady in the domestic market, with 24-karat silver selling at Rs2,600 per tola and Rs2,229.08 per 10-gramme.

    The international context reveals a 0.8 per cent drop in spot gold during today’s early trade session, amounting to $16.18.

    This decline is attributed to a rise in US Treasury yields and the dollar, fueled by diminished expectations of a rate cut. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell dismissed the idea of lowering interest rates in the spring, expressing confidence in inflation returning to the 2 per cent target, according to Reuters.

    Adding to the pressure on domestic gold prices is the Pakistani rupee’s continued success against the US dollar. As the PKR maintains its positive trajectory, it further contributes to the challenges faced by the domestic gold market.

  • Bilawal urges people to vote for “arrow” if they want to stop lion

    Bilawal urges people to vote for “arrow” if they want to stop lion

    Just days before the February 8 general elections, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari launched criticism at all opposing political parties as election campaigning reached its peak.

    While addressing an election rally in Hyderabad, Bilawal asked his audience to vote for arrow, the symbol of the PPP, if they want to block the lion, the symbol of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N).

    Stressing the need for hard work, the ex-foreign minister asked the participants, “You just get PPP to win [elections]. I will handle this lion.”

    The PPP chairman also criticised the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P). “If people ask you to vote for ‘kite’, then tell them, ‘We will not vote for those who raise anti-Pakistan slogans.’”

    Reply that the kite will be ripped apart, he added. The PPP leader urged the people not to waste their vote on any independent candidate — an apparent reference to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed candidates.

    PTI candidates are taking part in the upcoming general elections as independent candidates after the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) didn’t allot them their election symbol (bat).