US Vice President J.D. Vance, visiting Israel alongside Special Envoy Jared Kushner, has delivered a conditional offer to Hamas leaders while reassuring Israeli leadership and warning that the recovery of hostage bodies from Gaza remains a “very difficult” and patience-testing operation. According to Israeli media, after meeting the president and prime minister, Vance toured devastated areas. At the end of his visit, he spoke of the grim reality that the bodies of 15 Israeli hostages remain in Gaza, and their recovery “is not possible overnight.” He explained some bodies are “buried under thousands of pounds of rubble,” while others…
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WASHINGTON: In a significant strategic move aimed at countering China’s growing global influence, the United States and Australia have finalized a major agreement on rare minerals. The deal was signed at the White House by President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. During the meeting, the two leaders also announced a massive 8.5 billion dollar project related to this initiative. To kickstart the project, both the US and Australia will make an initial investment of one billion dollars each within the next six months. According to news agencies, a key provision of the new agreement is that…
ATLANTA: A new medical study presented in the US has revealed a troubling racial disparity in the fatality rates of a dangerous intestinal infection. According to the research, Clostridioides difficile (C. diff), a bacterium that causes severe diarrhea, is proving to be significantly more lethal for white patients compared to Black or Hispanic individuals. The stark findings were presented on Sunday at IDWeek, a major joint annual meeting of America’s top infectious disease professional societies. Researchers reported that approximately 84% of all deaths attributed to this infection occurred among white people. This figure stands in sharp contrast to the…
A recent US medical study has revealed a concerning disparity in Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections, suggesting that white individuals are at a significantly higher risk of contracting the dangerous intestinal illness compared to other groups. C. diff is a severe infection that causes debilitating diarrhea, fever, abdominal swelling, and, in some cases, life-threatening complications. It notoriously strikes after courses of antibiotics. While antibiotics fight off harmful bacteria, they can also wipe out the “good” bacteria that protect the gut, allowing C. diff to thrive. The research, published in the Journal of Infection and Public Health, points to potential reasons…
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s fight against polio has suffered another setback, as a new case of the crippling virus has been confirmed in a 12-month-old girl in the Torghar district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The case was officially confirmed by the Regional Reference Laboratory at the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Islamabad. The affected child, who belongs to Union Council Ghari, is the second child to contract the virus from Torghar district this year. This latest diagnosis brings the total number of children paralyzed by polio in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province alone to 19 for 2025, highlighting the severe transmission risk.…
Science and psychology have both confirmed that human connection, friendship, and the act of helping others are fundamental needs not just in youth, but especially for maintaining mental and physical health in old age. Recent medical and psychological studies clearly show that seniors who remain socially active and engaged with others experience significantly lower rates of depression. Furthermore, these individuals tend to have better memory, improved cognitive function, and a notably reduced risk of heart disease. The biological reason for this is fascinating: helping others triggers the release of positive hormones like oxytocin and endorphins. These chemicals are known…
The 22nd Health Asia International Exhibition is set to begin at the Karachi Expo Center from October 23-25, an event described as a milestone for global cooperation in strengthening Pakistan’s health system. The expo is supported by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and jointly organized by E-commerce Gateway Pakistan and the Ministry of Health. Delegations from 24 countries, including China, Russia, Iran, the UK, Turkey, and Hungary, are expected to attend. The three-day event is anticipated to generate a significant business volume of $150 million USD. More than just a trade show, the expo will feature special conferences…
In a move that could provide minor relief to consumers nationwide, the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) has filed a petition with NEPRA. The request is for a reduction of 37 paisas per unit, sought on account of the fuel price adjustment (FPA) for September. NEPRA officials have confirmed that a public hearing to consider the request will be held on October 29. If approved, the decision will apply to all consumers across the country, including those served by K-Electric.
A looming petroleum shortage crisis across Pakistan has been temporarily averted, providing a brief relief to the public. The Sindh government has allowed Pakistan State Oil (PSO) to clear its oil shipments for 15 days without furnishing a bank guarantee. The decision provides a temporary solution to an escalating dispute over the “Infrastructure Development Cess.” One of PSO’s ships has been cleared based on the old “undertaking” method, and other oil marketing companies (OMCs) expect the same 15-day concession. OMCs argue that the matter is already being heard by the Supreme Court. They warned that forcing them to provide bank…
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) has strongly refuted reports of a fuel shortage in the country, which had caused public concern. In a clarifying statement, an OGRA spokesperson acknowledged that there was a “temporary delay” in the clearance of imported petroleum products. However, the spokesperson clarified that the issue has been resolved, and ships carrying PSO (diesel) and Wafi (petrol) have been cleared. The spokesperson assured the public that fuel distribution across the country is proceeding as usual, and business activities related to petroleum products are continuing uninterrupted. According to the statement, “full control” has been established…
