In today’s modern world, long hours spent seated are becoming an inevitable part of daily life, whether at office desks or in the comfort of home. However, while the short-term effects of this sedentary lifestyle often go unnoticed, the long-term consequences on the spine can be severe and debilitating. Leading orthopedic specialist Dr. Surbhi Bhagat highlights the four common spinal problems caused by prolonged sitting: Degenerative Disc Disease: Sitting for long periods, especially in improper postures, puts excessive pressure on the spinal discs, leading to degeneration and chronic back pain. Herniated Discs: Prolonged sitting increases pressure on the discs, making…
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Another case of polio has been reported in Pakistan, bringing the total number of cases this year to 69. The latest case involves a 13-month-old girl from Tank, where the National Institute of Health confirmed the presence of the virus. According to reports, this is the fifth polio case reported in Tank since 2024. Since last year, the number of polio-affected children in Balochistan has reached 27, while 19 cases have been reported in Sindh and 21 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Islamabad and Punjab have also recorded one case each. Authorities have urged the public to ensure their children receive polio…
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has publicly denied serious allegations from his sister, Ann Altman, who filed a lawsuit accusing him of childhood sexual abuse. The lawsuit, filed on January 6, claims the abuse occurred between 1997 and 2006, starting when Ann was just three years old, with the final incident allegedly taking place after Sam had reached adulthood. Ann Altman’s legal claim includes allegations of regular sexual abuse and rape, and she seeks damages exceeding $75,000. The accusations have shocked the tech world, given Sam Altman’s prominence as the co-founder of OpenAI and the head of the company that…
Speculation about the design of the iPhone 17 Pro has been ignited by a recent leak from the iPhone supply chain. Reports suggest that the next-generation iPhone will feature a rectangular camera bump, diverging from the square bump used in previous models. Additionally, the phone’s frame may be made of a mix of aluminum and glass, with rumors that the titanium material used for the Pro models will be abandoned. Leaked iPhone 17 Pro Frame The leak, which surfaced on Weibo, shows an image of what is claimed to be a bare iPhone 17 Pro frame. The cameras are reportedly…
Starlink, the satellite internet service pioneered by SpaceX under Elon Musk’s leadership, is on the verge of launching in Pakistan. Elon Musk mentioned in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, “We are waiting for approval from the government of Pakistan.” Starlink’s mission is to provide high-speed broadband in regions with unreliable or non-existent internet connectivity. The service has revolutionized internet accessibility by deploying thousands of small satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and integrating them with ground transceivers in various countries. Estimated Packages for Pakistan: Although Starlink has not officially launched in Pakistan, here are the possible internet…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed the staggering financial losses caused by excessive VPN usage during internet disruptions. According to an investigative report by the authority on the causes of internet disruptions, the country was losing approximately $10,000 every minute in lost productivity and strained internet infrastructure. The report highlighted that bandwidth usage through VPNs spiked to an unprecedented 634Gbps in August 2024, before gradually decreasing to 378Gbps in November. By December, there were notable improvements in internet services, and VPN usage dropped slightly to 437Gbps. “The country lost $10,000 every minute due to the increase of one terabyte…
Social media giant Meta has announced its decision to abandon independent fact-checkers on Facebook and Instagram in the United States, opting instead for a user-driven moderation system modeled after Elon Musk’s “community notes” on X (formerly Twitter). This move, ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, has drawn criticism from campaigners and safety groups. In a video accompanying the announcement, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg defended the decision, citing concerns over “political bias” in third-party moderation. “It’s time to get back to our roots around free expression,” he said. The company clarified that the changes would first roll out in the US,…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially unveiled the list of foreign players in the Silver category for the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 draft, featuring a diverse pool of talent from across the globe. Players from various cricketing nations, including the USA, West Indies, and Zimbabwe, are among those named in the list, eager to impress franchise teams ahead of the draft. The Silver category encompasses players from countries such as Australia, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Belgium, Canada, England, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Oman, Scotland, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Uganda, and the UAE. In addition to…
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest rankings for Test, ODI, and T20I players. In the Test rankings, England’s Joe Root continues to dominate as the world’s top-ranked batsman. Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam climbed five places to 12th, while Mohammad Rizwan improved two spots to 19th. Captain Shan Masood made an impressive leap, moving up 12 places to 45th in the Test batsmen rankings. Australia’s Travis Head maintained his top position in the T20I batsmen rankings, with Babar Azam advancing one place to sixth. However, Pakistan has no place among the top 10 T20I bowlers. In ODIs, Babar…
Pakistan cricket team’s opener, Saim Ayub, who sustained an ankle injury during the Cape Town Test against South Africa, has begun his treatment at Cleveland Hospital in London. The 21-year-old Saim Ayub, sent to London on the special instructions of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, was warmly received by officials from the Pakistan High Commission upon his arrival. Medical evaluations, including X-ray and MRI tests, have been conducted at Cleveland Hospital. The results will be obtained tomorrow, after which a panel of expert doctors, including top orthopaedic specialists Dr. Lucky Jeyaseelan and Dr. David Redfern, will treat his…
