Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has indicated that there is scope to reduce the interest rate, but any such decision rests solely with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). In its last meeting, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) maintained the key policy rate at 11%, citing inflationary risks and external uncertainties triggered by the Iran-Israel conflict. The central bank had previously lowered the interest rate by 100 basis points (bps) to 11% on May 5. Overall, the central bank has cut the rate by 1,100 basis points since June from an all-time high of 22%. Speaking to journalists in…
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Nicolas Cage has shared surprising claims following Sarah Jessica Parker’s confirmation that she dated the actor more than three decades ago. For those unfamiliar, Parker and Cage starred as a couple in the 1992 rom-com Honeymoon in Vegas and also briefly dated in 1991 while filming the movie. After over three decades, during a recent discussion on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen on Sunday, July 13, the 60-year-old actress confessed to having a fling with Cage. Confirming years of speculation, Parker simply stated, “Um, yes I did,” when Andy Cohen inquired about the rumors. Now, Cage has alleged…
Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey are currently enjoying a romantic retreat in Italy. The 31-year-old singer shared a series of photos from his evening boat ride with Hailey, 28, on Monday. The carousel included several selfies of the couple, with no sign of their baby, alongside some distant shots of the water and a few solo pictures of Justin. This boat date night took place just days after the Grammy winner released his seventh studio album, Swag, in which he addressed and dismissed rumors of marital strain in their seven-year union. In the song “Walking Away,” Justin sings, “Baby,…
Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner had valid reasons for not attending their half-brother Brody Jenner’s wedding. Over the past weekend, Caitlyn Jenner’s 41-year-old son exchanged vows with Tia Blanco in a private ceremony. For those unaware, the wedding was a small affair, with only 60-70 guests, and took place at the Malibu residence of ‘The Hills: New Beginnings’ reality TV star’s mother, Linda Thompson. However, the absence of Brody’s half-sisters, Kylie and Kendall, sparked curiosity. According to a report by TMZ, sources revealed that the Kardashians stars were indeed invited to the wedding but opted to skip it for a…
Sofía Vergara’s sister, Sandra Vergara, is slated to make her debut on Selling Sunset. Netflix recently introduced the actor-turned-realtor in a press release, announcing that Sandra will be joining the Los Angeles-based cast of Selling Sunset for season 9, alongside three other new faces. “Oh and if that last name rings a bell: Yes, she’s the cousin and adoptive sister of fellow actor Sofia Vergara,” Netflix added. Sandra also hinted at the news in an Instagram Stories post after the announcement, simply writing, “I guess the cat’s out of the bag.” In the press release, Sandra shared her anticipation for…
Kim Kardashian has once again addressed a persistent rumor concerning her daughter, North West. The 44-year-old reality television personality tackled the speculation on her Instagram account in a social media post that has since expired. The rumor claimed she had forgotten North, then one year old, at a Paris hotel in 2014. “I wanted to show off the look before holding her bc her outfit didn’t match mine!” Kim wrote on her Stories on July 11, as reported by E! News. In the decade-old paparazzi video, Kardashian is seen exiting the hotel in a powder pink two-piece suit with a…
Paige DeSorbo has reportedly found a new boyfriend following her breakup with Craig Conover. On Monday, an insider revealed to Us Weekly that the 32-year-old TV personality is dating marketing executive Joe D’Amelio, and their relationship is “going really well.” “It took a few months for Paige to warm up to being in another relationship again, but she moved on after Craig and is genuinely happy,” the source added. Joe holds the position of senior vice president of football marketing at the sports agency, Klutch Sports Group. Back in January, Paige and Joe were seen together in a VIP box…
Justin Timberlake was filmed expressing his anger at his stage crew during a recent concert in England. The 44-year-old singer lost his composure when his performance at the Lytham Festival on July 5 was unexpectedly cut short due to an audio malfunction. A fan’s clip, widely circulated on TikTok, shows Timberlake yelling at two crew members who informed him that resolving the technical issue would take some time. The incident occurred while he was in the midst of performing his popular song, “Cry Me A River.” Following the video’s viral spread on social media, fans criticized Timberlake for his unprofessional…
Beyoncé found herself in a significant predicament after her unreleased music was reportedly pilfered from her team’s rental vehicle in Atlanta. On Monday, an arrest warrant was issued for an unidentified individual suspected of stealing hard drives containing the “Halo” hitmaker’s private tracks from her team’s car on July 8. Choreographer Christopher Grant and Dancer Diandre Blue informed the police that the stolen hard drives were located inside suitcases, which also contained two MacBooks, Apple headphones, along with high-end clothing and designer sunglasses. “Mr. Grant advised he was also carrying some personal sensitive information for the musician Beyoncé,” the Atlanta…
https://youtu.be/XqmT4IpuJxo?si=RHAFVRZUctve-U2y Future of Democracy in Pakistan? A Thought-Provoking Event in the U.S. Attended by Physicians from Across the Country By: Raja Zahid Akhtar Khanzada Dallas, Texas:U.S. Congressman Marc Veasey has stated that a democratic Pakistan is in the interest of not only the United States but the entire world. He emphasized that transparent elections and respect for public opinion are essential for a stable and prosperous future. He made these remarks while speaking at an important intellectual forum titled “The Future of Democracy in Pakistan,” jointly organized by the Center of Excellence for Community Services (CECS) and Doctors for Democracy…
