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  • Parents arrested for starving 10-year-old son

    A couple in Georgia have been arrested for starving their ten-year-old son.

    Tyler and Krista Schindley were taken into custody and are being held in jail after a judge denied them bail.

    Their 10-year-old son was found searching for food in their neighbourhood, leading to his parents’ arrest.

    They boy weighed just 36 pounds.
    “We aren’t releasing any photos of this child for obvious reasons, but I will tell you, the photos are absolutely horrible, and anybody with a human heart who looks at them should be shaken to their core,” District Attorney Marie Broder said.

    She added: “It is my true belief that had he not gotten out of the home, this case would be a very different one.”

    According to an arrest affidavit, the couple purposefully denied the youngster food and allegedly kept him sequestered in his bedroom without access to lighting, toilet paper or human contact.

  • Game is over, Maryam Nawaz tells Imran

    Game is over, Maryam Nawaz tells Imran

    In an explosive speech, Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) Senior Vice President Maryam Nawaz attacked Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, calling him the mastermind of the May 9 riots.

    While addressing a public gathering in Vehari, Maryam condemned the May 9 incident, saying, “My heart cries tears of blood over the events that happened on May 9. I dedicate this rally to martyrs and their parents, children and widows.”

    She alleged that the “terrorist plan” was hatched in Zaman Park, Imran Khan’s Lahore residence where he has been living for the past several months. “The May 9 attacks were pre-planned,” she alleged.

    “Why didn’t the groups of people attack the shopping centre in front of the Corps Commander’s House?” she questioned, accusing “mastermind” Khan of instructing the protesters about which places to attack.

    Talking about the recent string of PTI leaders leaving the party, she told Imran Khan that the “game is over”.

  • No audio leak commission: Supreme Court suspends govt notification

    No audio leak commission: Supreme Court suspends govt notification

    In a significant development, the Supreme Court issued an order on Friday, suspending the operation of the federal government’s notification regarding the constitution of a judicial panel to investigate audio leaks which included alleged calls made to judges or by their families, that have emerged on social media over the past few months.

    The top court also prohibited the commission from conducting further proceedings.

    Last week, the federal government formed the judicial commission to probe leaked audio clips allegedly involving some current and former members of the superior judiciary and their family members to determine their “veracity” and “impact on the independence of the judiciary”.

    The government said the audio leaks raised serious apprehensions about the independence of the judiciary in the public interest.

  • Karachi needs Shehbaz Speed: BBZ

    Karachi needs Shehbaz Speed: BBZ

    Foreign Minister (FM) Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said that Karachi needs Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif’s speed.

    Shehbaz Speed was a term popularly used for projects completed in a short duration when Sharif was the Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab.

    While giving a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony of K-IV project, Bilawal addressed PM Shehbaz, stating, “We are looking at you, you should form your own team to solve these problems being faced by Sindh including Karachi.”

    He added that the prime minister has the support of the two major parties of Sindh and all partners of the coalition government want to solve the problems of the country together. “When we all continue to work together, all of Pakistan’s problems can be solved,” he said.

    Talking about Karachi, he said that if the government pays attention to the metropolis according to its potential, then not only the IMF could bid farewell, but the whole nation could also stand on its own feet.

    About the May 9 episode, he warned that if serious crimes like setting fire to Jinnah House Lahore, demolishing martyrs’ memorials and attacking military installations are neglected, then running this country will become not only difficult but impossible. He also asked that if the conspiracy of May 9 events had been hatched either in Bilawal House, Raiwand or Nine Zero, what would have been the reaction to it.

    Bilawal said that when the police went to comply with the court notice in March this year, Zaman Park had been turned into a battleground. He added that even during PTI’s long march, participants had arms, but the government did not take action, adding that the Prime Minister could have banned PTI on the basis of foreign funding case and Al-Qadir Trust case if he wanted. “But we didn’t want the impression of political vendetta and setting a bad precedent,” he said.

  • Billo gone home: Abrar-ul-Haq, Imran Khan’s relative leave PTI

    More leaders continue to leave the embattled Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as Friday’s toll reaches four members.

    After former federal minister Firdous Ashiq Awan and former provincial minister Murad Raas announced that they’re leaving PTI in the afternoon, Abrar ul Haq and Saifullah Niazi also held press conferences to say that they have quit the party.

    Saifullah Niazi, a relative and close confidant of Imran Khan’s, said in the presser that he wants to focus on his life, his family and his health. “The last one year has been very stressful,” he said, condemning the May 9 attacks. He left immediately afterwards, without replying to questions.

    In his presser, Abrar ul Haq said that he’s quitting politics altogether. He then sang a poem he had written, bursting into tears at the end of the recital.

  • Pakistani rupee maintains upward trend for fourth consecutive day, closes at Rs285.15 against dollar

    Pakistani rupee maintains upward trend for fourth consecutive day, closes at Rs285.15 against dollar

    According to the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the Pakistani currency has maintained its upward trend against the US dollar for the fourth consecutive working day in the interbank market.

    The local unit (PKR) has recovered Rs0.59 against the USD, closing at Rs285.15, while the US dollar closed at Rs285.74 on the previous day.

    In contrast, the open market has seen the dollar being sold at over Rs300. Last week, the rupee reached a record low of Rs298.93 against the US dollar.

     Experts attribute the fluctuation in the dollar rate to the deadlock over the IMF deal and ongoing political unrest in the country.

    Due to the delay in the revival of the $6.5 billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout programme, Pakistan is now seeking additional funding from friendly nations.

    The staff-level agreement between the International Monetary Fund and Pakistan, initially scheduled for February 9, has been postponed.

  • ‘Stop body shaming’: Twitter gets ugly over politics

    As the political crisis in the country continues, social media has been set ablaze with feuds between users and public figures. One such recent altercation took place between Iffat Omar and Sara Taseer.

    Taseer, who has been a staunch supporter of Imran Khan, had tweeted in favor of the former cricket player by asking him to pack his bags and escape the country to avoid her late father Salmaan Taseer’s fate.

    However, actress and former model Iffat Omar, who has publicly condemned Imran Khan on social media, mocked the tweet.

    To which Taseer responded by saying

    “Someone get this C grade “has been” model @OmarIffat off my case. May the excessive lip filler causing her mouth to look like a giant balloon help her to float off into the sunset, far away from civilised society where she doesn’t belong.”

    Iffat Omar retorted:

    “Was not taking to u ugly woman just asked your mad leader to listen to pathetic woman like u so chill and lay of, criticizing my lips you have some nerves woman. I mean just look at u.”

    Twitter users criticised the response to Omar as the incorrect way to respond to someone whose political beliefs are different from yours.

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  • Army ahead after winning most gold medals at National Games 2023

    Army ahead after winning most gold medals at National Games 2023

    Pakistan Army has won most gold in the ongoing 34th National Games in Quetta.

    Army is on the top after winning most gold medals. They have won 101 gold medals, 65 silver medals and 29 bronze medals.

    Wapda is on the second spot as they bagged 54 golds, 50 silvers and 43 bronze medals.
    Navy’s team stands third in a row as they have 89 total medals they have won 26 gold medals, 27 silver medals and 36 bronze medals.

    Moreover other teams like Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Higher Education Commission (HEC) are also in the race for gold.

    Pakistan Army has maintained its dominance in the ongoing 34th National Games as they won the National Games shooting competition.

    Army completely dominated the shooting competition as they bagged 17 gold, 14 silver and five bronze medals.

  • Top 7 AI tools every content creator should try

    Top 7 AI tools every content creator should try

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved, revolutionising various aspects of our lives. Chatbots, in particular, have gained immense popularity, providing virtual assistants that can engage in meaningful conversations.

    Whilst ChatGPT is undoubtedly a remarkable AI chatbot, there are several other free alternatives that surpass its capabilities in specific domains. In this article, we will explore seven of the best AI chatbots that offer unique and impressive functionalities.

    Google Bard

    Google Bard is an advanced AI chatbot that combines natural language processing and internet access to provide comprehensive answers, summarise articles, and even generate images. Its ability to leverage vast online resources allows users to obtain accurate and up-to-date information swiftly. Whether you seek answers to complex questions or require an AI-powered image generator, Google Bard delivers exceptional results.

    Vidyo.ai

    Vidyo.ai specialises in converting YouTube videos into short clips with captions and editing options. This AI chatbot streamlines the process of extracting relevant portions from lengthy videos, enabling users to share concise and impactful content. By facilitating video editing and captioning, Vidyo.ai empowers content creators, educators, and marketers to enhance their video-based communication effectively.

    Beat Oven

    For music enthusiasts, Beat Oven is a game-changer. This AI chatbot possesses the ability to generate royalty-free music tailored to the user’s preferences. By analysing the input, Beat Oven can create unique and high-quality compositions, allowing artists, content creators, and even casual users to access a vast library of original soundtracks. The convenience and versatility offered by Beat Oven make it a must-have tool for those in need of background music.

    Scribble Diffusion

    Scribble Diffusion harnesses the power of AI to transform simple scribbles into realistic drawings. This chatbot uses advanced image generation algorithms to convert rough sketches into visually appealing illustrations. Furthermore, Scribble Diffusion can also generate captions for these drawings, making it an excellent tool for artists seeking inspiration or individuals interested in exploring their creative potential.

    Runway.ml

    Runway.ml is an AI chatbot that excels in video editing and object removal. Leveraging state-of-the-art inpainting techniques and other magical tools, this chatbot allows users to edit videos seamlessly. With Runway.ml, unwanted objects or blemishes can be effortlessly removed from footage, enabling content creators and video enthusiasts to enhance the visual quality of their projects.

    Tome

    Tome is a powerful AI chatbot that utilises ChatGPT and DALL-E to create stunning presentations from a single prompt. By combining text generation and image synthesis, Tome can generate slides, infographics, and visual aids that complement the user’s content. This chatbot simplifies the presentation creation process, allowing individuals to convey their ideas effectively and professionally.

    Flair

    Flair.ai is an AI-powered design tool that generates high-end product photography in minutes. It is a cloud-based platform that allows users to create high-quality product images without the need for professional photography equipment or skills.

    Whilst ChatGPT undeniably possesses exceptional conversational abilities, it is essential to recognise the wealth of alternative AI chatbots that excel in specialised domains. From Google Bard’s comprehensive information retrieval to Beat Oven’s music generation capabilities, each of these chatbots offers unique functionalities that can cater to specific user needs.

  • Quratulain Baloch, Hassan and Roshaan set to release music video for ‘Bandhan’

    After the success of ‘Duur Se’, pop songwriting duo Hassan and Roshaan are set to release the video of their song ‘Bandhaan’ which features Quratulain Baloch. The video is set to release today, and will be directed by Saad Yratta from Yratta Media, who was also the director of ‘Sukoon’ featuring Shae Gill.

    Speaking on the collaboration with the ‘Humsafar’ star, Hassan Sheikh from the singing duo said:

    “We are thrilled about this collaboration with Quratulain Balouch, whose unique sound has been a true inspiration to us. Sharing the screen with her is an exhilarating experience.”

    Yratta, who had previously been a wedding cinematographer, expressed his excitement about the project, stating:

    “It is always fascinating to witness how people interpret visuals and reflect ongoing real-world conversations through abstract works of art. Similar to our previous collaboration, this video will be open to interpretation, allowing the artists to truly shine through.”

    The music video will also feature Ahmed Randhawa, who is known for his role as Behram in the Hum TV drama ‘Agar’, as well as the actor and model Waqar Ali Zulfiqar, who starred in Ali Sethi’s ‘Chandni Raat’ music video.
    An ensemble of performers from the LUMS Dance Society, will also be gracing their pressence in the video.