A new and concerning study has revealed that constant exposure to artificial light at night can dramatically increase the risk of heart disease in people over the age of 50. The research, conducted by Australia’s Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, analyzed 88,905 individuals from the UK Biobank. Participants wore wrist-mounted light sensors for one week, allowing scientists to analyze over 13 million hours of light exposure data and track their heart health outcomes. The results were alarming. According to the study, individuals who were exposed to light at night showed a significantly higher risk for several cardiovascular events:…
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A dramatic and emotional scene unfolded outside the Hali Road General Hospital in Hyderabad when a woman gave birth in the back of an auto-rickshaw just moments after arriving at the facility. According to details, the woman’s husband had rushed her to the hospital in the rickshaw as she was in active labor. Dr. Abdul Qayyum, the Medical Superintendent (MS) of the hospital, confirmed the incident. He stated that when the woman arrived, she was already “very close to the final process of delivery.” He explained that the woman’s condition was critical, leaving no time to even move her…
Green tea is celebrated worldwide for its powerful health benefits. Experts confirm it is packed with nutrients and potent compounds, and research has shown it can reduce the risk of serious illnesses, including cancer, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and Alzheimer’s. It is also a popular aid for weight loss and improving metabolism. However, health experts warn that several common mistakes in how it is consumed can easily negate these benefits. Instead of improving health, these habits can lead to discomfort and potential harm. Here are 8 common mistakes to avoid: Drinking on an Empty Stomach: The antioxidants…
LAHORE – A police service center in Lahore, established to facilitate the public, has been exposed as an alleged hub for corruption, following a sting operation that revealed driving licenses were being issued in exchange for bribes. Police officials have confirmed the arrest of an 8-member gang involved in the scheme, which shockingly includes three active traffic wardens. A formal case has been registered at the Gulberg police station based on a complaint filed by a Senior Traffic Warden. According to police, the operation was initiated by sending an informant with 10,000 PKR to obtain a license at the Liberty…
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Minister of State for Interior, Talal Chaudhry, has hailed the joint communique from the recent Pak-Afghan Taliban negotiations as a “victory for Pakistan’s principled stance.” Responding to the outcomes of the Istanbul talks, the minister expressed optimism that “things will move forward in a positive way.” Chaudhry reiterated Pakistan’s fundamental position, stating that the nation demands that “no one’s territory be used against Pakistan.” He emphasized that peace in Afghanistan is directly linked to the peace and stability of Pakistan. However, the Minister of State also delivered a stark warning. He cautioned that if Afghanistan “becomes…
LAHORE – Millions of residents in Pakistan’s central Punjab province are once again grappling with a severe public health crisis as toxic smog blankets the region. Air quality has deteriorated to such an extent that it is classified as “extremely unhealthy” across multiple districts. According to the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded this morning, the Qadir Puran area of Multan was the most polluted, registering an alarming 719 particulate matter (PM). Other major cities are also suffering: Kasur recorded 668, Faisalabad 562, Gujranwala 550, and both the provincial capital Lahore and Sheikhupura registered 480. The air quality in Lodhran and…
ISTANBUL – In a significant step toward regional stability, negotiations between Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban, held under the mediation of Turkiye and Qatar, have concluded in Istanbul. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the development in an official communique. According to the statement, the talks, which ran from October 25 to 30, resulted in an agreement by all four parties to continue the existing ceasefire. The communique highlighted that all parties are committed to sustaining the peace process. In a crucial development, it was also agreed that penalties would be established for any party that violates the…
KARACHI – The city of Karachi was struck by grief on Friday night as three individuals lost their lives in a series of unrelated traffic accidents and a violent shooting incident across different parts of the metropolis. The first heartbreaking incident took place in the affluent Clifton Block 2 area, where a speeding water tanker struck and killed a motorcyclist. The impact was reportedly so severe that the victim died instantly at the scene. According to authorities, the identity of the deceased man could not be immediately established. Tragically, the driver of the water tanker fled the scene on…
PESHAWAR – After a period of anticipation, the formation of the new provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has been finalized. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has given his formal approval to the members of the new cabinet. The governor finalized the appointments by signing the official summary sent to him by the provincial Chief Minister, a crucial step in formalizing the new administration. Following this approval, a formal oath-taking ceremony for the new cabinet members is scheduled to take place today at 3 PM at the Governor House in Peshawar. Governor Faisal Karim Kundi will administer the oath of office…
ISLAMABAD – The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has agreed to schedule a hearing for a controversial petition that challenges the legality of the appointment of the very judge who convicted the PTI founder in the high-profile 190 million-pound NAB case. On Friday, IHC Chief Justice Sarfraz Dogar presided over the hearing of a miscellaneous application filed by petitioner Usama Riaz. The application sought an early hearing for the main case due to its significance. The court accepted the request and has now directed that the central petition, which challenges the appointment of Sessions Judge Nasir Javed Rana, be scheduled for…
