The photo and video-sharing platform Instagram has rolled out a highly practical feature for its Reels users, aimed at solving the common frustration of losing a video after an accidental refresh. Many users frequently experience the problem of losing a Reel they enjoyed but had not saved, simply because their feed refreshed unexpectedly. To address this, the Meta-owned platform has now introduced a “Watch History” option. Adam Mosseri, the Head of Instagram, announced the new feature on Friday. He explained that users can now navigate to their profile Settings and select the ‘Your Activity’ option. Within this menu, they…
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The technology giant Apple has decided to drastically cut the production of its new “iPhone Air” model, a move prompted by significantly weaker-than-expected demand from consumers. According to multiple reports, the demand for the iPhone Air, which was only launched in October 2025 as a new, slim, and lightweight offering, has failed to meet market expectations. Indicating the severity of the situation, production for the model is set to plummet to less than 10 percent of its September levels starting in November. In the industry, such a massive reduction is often interpreted as signaling the end of a product’s…
The European Commission has stated that Meta’s major social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, have violated European Union laws. The accusation centers on their failure to provide users with a simple and accessible way to report illegal content. In preliminary findings from an investigation released on Friday, the EU’s executive body highlighted that Meta has placed “unnecessary hurdles” in the reporting process for users. The Commission noted that both platforms appear to utilize “misleading designs,” which can cause confusion and may discourage users from completing a report. According to the findings, both Facebook and Instagram fail to offer an…
News: Pakistan’s Federal Ministry of Industries and Production has strongly refuted reports claiming the government is considering a temporary ban on the export of mutton and beef. These clarifications follow speculation that a ban on exporting meat, eggs, and chicken was proposed to help reduce prices in the local market. This was highlighted by a recent decision in Lahore aimed at providing cheaper meat to the public. According to the ministry, no such proposal is under consideration at the federal level. A spokesperson clarified that if any such suggestion was made at a provincial level, it has not been…
A deeply concerning report on Pakistan’s economy has emerged, revealing that the nation’s public debt has surged from 60% to 71% of its GDP over the last decade. However, the more critical challenge lies in the servicing of this debt. In the fiscal year 2025, debt payments consumed a staggering 89% of the total net federal revenue, leaving minimal funds for public development and essential services. This follows an even more severe situation in FY2023, when debt servicing payments reached 120% of the net revenue. While countries like Japan have a much higher debt-to-GDP ratio (around 200%), Pakistan’s crisis…
In a significant move to strengthen their bilateral partnership, Pakistan and Qatar concluded their 6th Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) meeting in Islamabad. During the session, Qatar reaffirmed its strong commitment to a $3 billion investment in Pakistan. According to a spokesperson for the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the meeting was co-chaired by Pakistan’s Commerce Minister, Jam Kamal Khan, and Qatar’s Minister of Commerce, Sheikh Faisal bin Thani. The session culminated in the signing of several protocols for economic and technical cooperation between the two nations. A key development from the talks was the agreement to enhance direct ties between…
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has confirmed that approximately 495 transit vehicles are currently waiting to cross the border at the Torkham and Chaman crossings, following a temporary suspension of bilateral trade due to security concerns. According to the FBR, 23 import vehicles are awaiting clearance at Torkham, as their importers have not yet filed the required Goods Declarations (GDs). These vehicles are carrying non-perishable items such as cloth, paint, and pulses. Additionally, 255 export vehicles are parked inside the Torkham terminal, with another 200 stuck on the Jamrud-Landi Kotal road, all awaiting movement. At the Chaman border,…
The price of gold continued its upward trend in both local and international markets today, pushing domestic rates to a new high. In the international bullion market, the price per ounce of gold increased by $18, reaching a significant level of $4,113 per ounce. Reflecting the global trend, the price of gold in Pakistan also saw a major hike. The rate for one tola of gold increased by Rs 1,800, bringing its new price to Rs 433,662. Similarly, the price for ten grams of gold rose by Rs 1,543, settling at a new high of Rs 371,795. The price…
The threat of dengue fever continues to rise in Rawalpindi, as 19 new cases were confirmed in the last 24 hours alone. This latest surge brings the total number of patients this season to 1,196. Currently, over 40 patients are receiving treatment in various city hospitals, while health teams intensify their anti-dengue operations in affected areas. In a positive development, the health department has confirmed that no deaths related to dengue have been reported so far this season. However, the scale of the challenge is immense. Inspections of over 5.9 million buildings this year revealed the presence of dengue…
Speaking at a breast cancer awareness session at the Memon Medical Institute in Karachi, Federal Health Minister Syed Mustafa Kamal highlighted a stark reality. He stated that approximately 150,000 women in Pakistan lose their lives to breast cancer annually, emphasizing that most of these precious lives could be saved with timely diagnosis and treatment. Addressing the root of the tragedy, the Health Minister said, “Women do not talk about this disease due to shame and fear,” which he identified as the single biggest obstacle to early treatment. He urged the men in society to step forward and play their…
