Egypt gets rid of malaria after 100 years
Egypt has officially put down malaria after 100 years in what the World Health Organisation (WHO) described as a “truly historic” moment for the transcontinental nation. The UN body certified Egypt’s malaria-free status on Monday, nearly a century after the former nation of pharaohs successfully eliminated the mosquito-borne disease. WHO
Egypt unveils free transit visa to boost tourism
Egypt has unveiled a set of new immigration policies aimed at increasing tourism and attracting more international visitors. Among the most significant changes is the introduction of a 96-hour free transit visa, now available at all Egypt airports. The visa, previously limited to EgyptAir passengers, has been expanded to include
Ancient Egyptians may have used hydraulic lift to build pyramid: Study
A new study published in PLOS ONE proposes that the builders of Egypt’s Step Pyramid of Djoser, dating back nearly 4,700 years, may have employed a sophisticated hydraulic system to aid in the construction of the pyramid. This ancient marvel, located at Saqqara, is considered the earliest known pyramid and
Dengue outbreak in Bangladesh claims over 400 lives
DHAKA: Bangladesh is grappling with a deadly surge in dengue fever, with at least 400 fatalities reported in 2024, according to official data. The number of patients admitted to hospitals nationwide has reached 78,595, with 4,173 still under treatment as of mid-November. The ongoing outbreak has been exacerbated by unusual
‘Shalini na Hania ko bhi impress kar diya’: fans react to Hania’s lip-sync video
Pakistani actress Hania Aamir recently delighted her fans by sharing a playful video on social media, lip-syncing to Shalini Passi’s iconic lines from Netflix’s Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives. The video quickly gained traction online, sparking humorous reactions from fans. One commenter quipped, “Aapko India mein overacting queen kaha jata
Hazim Bangwar removed as assistant commissioner
Hazim Bangwar has been removed from his position as Assistant Commissioner and directed to report to the Sindh Services and General Administration Department. Hazim Known for his eccentric personality and vibrant fashion sense, Bangwar was serving at the Karachi Commissioner’s office as the Assistant Commissioner General when he attracted significant
Simple flaxseed gel recipes for beautiful, shiny hair
Bulky synthetic polymer products or frizz fighting serums are perfect for people who have problems with frizz control or wish to improve their natural curls. This age-old crop, treasured for its nutrition and medicinal value has found its way into the hair care market. Hair girls… Flaxseed has been mostly
NIH issues advisory for Chikungunya virus control
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has issued an advisory on the prevention and control of Chikungunya Viral Infection, following outbreaks in Karachi and other parts of the country. Chikungunya, now endemic in many regions, is caused by the Chikungunya Virus (CHKV) and transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, which also spread
Law minister clarifies 26th constitutional amendments package is temporary until cabinet approval
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has stated that the constitutional amendments package currently circulating is temporary. A draft is not finalised until it is approved by the cabinet. Addressing a meeting of representative organisations of lawyers, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar expressed his gratitude to the Supreme Court Bar
WATCH:UK woman celebrates 102nd birthday with scary skydive, breaks skydiving record
A 102-year-old British woman has set a new record as the oldest person in the country to complete a skydive, marking her milestone birthday with a daring leap from a plane. Manette Baillie, a military veteran from Benhall Green in Suffolk, took to the skies over Beccles on Sunday to
