Protein shakes: How essential are they for young gym-goers?
The growing trend of fitness and bodybuilding has led to increased use of protein shakes and supplements among young people. However, medical experts say most healthy youngsters do not need additional protein and that unnecessary use of supplements may do more harm than good. A medical review published in the
Danish Taimoor breaks silence on separation rumours with Ayeza Khan
Pakistani actor Danish Taimoor has addressed ongoing rumours about his alleged separation from his wife and fellow actress Ayeza Khan, dismissing the reports as baseless. Responding to the speculation, Danish said that he and Ayeza are living a happy married life. He described Ayeza as his wife and the mother
KP government recommends 50 personalities for civil awards
PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has recommended 50 personalities from the province for Pakistan’s civil and gallantry awards, with the recommendations sent to the federal government for consideration. According to sources, the recommendations were made after the federal government sought additional names from KP following criticism over the province being
Get ready for a spectacular sky show as moon turns orange
ISLAMABAD: A partial lunar eclipse will occur overnight between August 27 and 28, with most of the Moon expected to take on a striking orange-red hue as it passes through Earth’s shadow. Astronomers say around 96% of the Moon’s surface will move into Earth’s umbral shadow during the 2026 eclipse,
Send Money on TikTok? New Feature Could Make It Possible
ISLAMABAD: TikTok may be preparing a new feature that would allow users to send money directly to one another through private chats, potentially expanding the platform’s role beyond social media and online shopping. According to media reports, the new payment feature could be based on the use of TikTok Pay,
Imran Khan Shifted to Shifa International Hospital from Adiala Jail
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has been shifted from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for medical assessment and treatment, under tight security. The development comes after the Supreme Court directed authorities to transfer the incarcerated PTI founder to the private hospital following concerns over his
Police convoy leaves Adiala Jail with Imran Khan for Shifa Hospital
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan left Adiala Jail on Friday in a police convoy for Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad, amid tight security arrangements. According to media reports, Khan was escorted by police as the convoy departed the jail in Rawalpindi for Islamabad. Additional police personnel were deployed along
Imran Khan’s Hospital Transfer Begins Following Supreme Court Order
ISLAMABAD: The government has begun the process of transferring former prime minister Imran Khan to a hospital in compliance with the Supreme Court’s directives, according to government sources. The sources said the administration was implementing the court’s order and had consistently taken measures concerning Khan in accordance with the Constitution
Petrol, Diesel Prices Rise Again in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: The federal government has approved an increase in the prices of petroleum products on the recommendation of the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), with the Petroleum Division issuing an official notification. Under the revised rates, the price of high-speed diesel has been increased by Rs1.64 per litre, taking
UAE Travel Alert: Don’t Travel Without Checking These Rules
ISLAMABAD: Pakistanis planning to travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for work, business or tourism have been advised to check the country’s regulations on carrying medicines before departure. The UAE imposes specific rules on medicines, particularly narcotic, psychotropic and other controlled medications. Travelers are required to ensure that the
