Torkham Border reopens after several days of closure
PESHAWAR: Pakistan-Afghanistan crossing border at Torkham reopens after several days of closure. The Torkham border has finally been opened after a 20-day-long closure; however, the crossing is currently being used only for the return of Afghan refugees, while restrictions on commercial activities and general movement remain in place. Following the
Explosion at CTD police station confirmed as accidental
PESHAWAR: The Explosion at the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) police station in Peshawar was accidental, caused by a short circuit, says an official. Peshawar Capital City Police Officer (CCPO) Dr Saeed stated that the explosion was caused by a short circuit in explosives stored at the station. He rejected rumours
Crucial bridge linking Kumrat Valley collapses, halting traffic
Dir Bala: Crucial Bridge linking Kumrat valley collapsed on Sunday, cutting off traffic and land route to the holiday spot. According to local authorities, a heavily loaded vehicle crossed the bridge, causing it to collapse and the vehicle to fall into the river below. Two individuals were injured in the
Abbottabad admin seals park after tragic incident
ABBOTABAD: The Additional Assistant Commissioner of Abbottabad takes serious action against unsafe rides at Harno Amusement Park. Abbottabad administration seals park over violations of safety standards. Abbottabad Administration has ordered the immediate sealing of Harno Amusement Park following an unfortunate incident in which a woman was injured in a swing
COVID-19 infection during pregnancy raises Autism risk by 16%, study finds
NEW YORK: A new research made in the United States has caused a wide-ranging worry about how COVID-19 might have affected the neurodevelopment of the kids whose moms got the virus while they were expecting. The research indicates that such children may have a higher likelihood of autism spectrum disorder
The hidden struggles: How obesity impacts mental health
ISLAMABAD: The relationship between obesity and mental health is a complex and intertwined issue. A study found recently that obesity has a significant impact on psychological well-being besides obstructing physical health. The experts also indicate the co-existence of obesity and depression. Excess weight may lead to different emotional disorders, such
Android users safer from digital fraud than iPhone users, study finds
CALIFORNIA: A recent study has shown that problems caused by the online community through scams and frauds are more likely to happen to iPhone users than to users of Android phones, which makes the matter of security features in mobile operating systems a question of necessity rather than of choice.
Pakistan moves closer to resuming direct flights to the U.S.
ISLAMABAD: After several days of deliberations, the sources have confirmed that the Pakistan-U.S. direct flight restoration is getting unblocked step by step. The next in-person visit of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to verify the progress after the audit of September 2025 is scheduled for January 2026 and will
Umar Akmal accuses Waqar Younis of jealousy, blames him for career setback
LAHORE: Umar Akmal, a Pakistani cricketer, has blamed ex-head coach Waqar Younis for hating him and trying to destroy his career. Umar during the interview with a local broadcaster mentioned that a lot of times it was happening that The conversation soon went viral and became a talking point between
Ex-premier Shahid Khaqan Abbasi hospitalized after heart attack
ISLAMABAD: Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, the ex-PM of Pakistan, after suffering a heart attack, has been admitted to a hospital. There is also a report that he was rushed to Al-Shifa Hospital, Islamabad after he had severe pain in the chest. Heart attack is what the medical sources say that they
