Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are experiencing significant sales declines in Muslim-majority countries due to consumer boycotts linked to political tensions and perceptions of their associations with the U.S. and Israel. In Egypt, Coca-Cola’s sales have plummeted, while local brand V7 has seen its exports triple. Similarly, in Pakistan, local brands like Cola Next and Pakola have gained popularity, with Cola Next’s market share rising from 2.5% to 12% amid the boycott. The backlash follows the Gaza conflict and widespread criticism of U.S. support for Israel. Market researcher NielsenIQ reports a 7% drop in sales for Western beverage brands in the region…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
An Islamabad district and sessions court has issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur in connection with a 2016 case involving allegations of carrying alcohol and unlicensed weapons. On July 29, Civil Judge Shaista Khan Kundi had summoned Gandapur to provide his testimony. Despite being directed to appear on September 4 for a statement under section 342 of the criminal procedure code (CrPC), Gandapur missed five previous hearings. Today, the judge rejected Gandapur’s request for exemption from physical appearance on medical grounds and ordered Station House Officer (SHO) Bhara Kahu to arrest Gandapur and…
Ben Affleck is reportedly distressed by rumors of a romantic connection with Kick Kennedy, the daughter of U.S. politician Robert Kennedy. Sources close to the “Gone Girl” actor told TMZ that the speculation has been weighing on him, especially as he prepares for potentially messy divorce proceedings from estranged wife Jennifer Lopez. The rumors began circulating after Affleck and Kennedy were seen together shortly after Lopez filed for divorce. The media attention is said to be “annoying” Affleck as he navigates this challenging period. Kick Kennedy, however, has clarified that she is “definitely not dating Ben.” A source previously mentioned…
Brian May, the 77-year-old guitarist of Queen, recently revealed that he suffered a “minor stroke” about a week ago. In a video posted to YouTube and Instagram on Wednesday, September 4, May opened up about his health scare while discussing his new documentary, “Brian May: The Badgers, The Farmers and Me.” “The good news is that I can still play guitar after the events of the last few days,” May shared, adding, “It was in doubt because of that little health hiccup I mentioned. About a week ago, I had a minor stroke, and suddenly, out of the blue, I…
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has taken a step back from her royal duties due to her cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy but has found time to write a heartfelt letter to Kirsty Kerr, whose six-year-old daughter Isla suffers from celiac disease. Kirsty, deeply moved, broke down in tears after receiving the touching letter just two weeks ago. In her original message, Kirsty explained to the Princess how Isla often struggles with feeling different from her friends due to her strict diet and reduced energy levels. Princess Kate responded, offering her well-wishes to the family. “Thank you very much for…
Kim Kardashian is celebrating a big milestone for her son, Saint, following an extensive agreement. The reality star and mom of four recently announced on her Instagram Stories that her eldest son, Saint West, now has his own YouTube channel, “TheGoatSaint.” Encouraging her followers to subscribe, Kim explained that she allowed Saint to have the channel only after establishing strict rules. “I finally allowed Saint to have a YouTube Channel after signing an extensive contract!” she captioned. Previously, Kim shared a touching update about Saint’s adventure in Spain, where she made his dream come true by arranging for soccer players…
Meghan Markle has encountered another obstacle in her effort to launch her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The Duchess of Sussex’s trademark application was recently denied, giving her just three months to amend her request or face removal from the register. As she navigates this urgent deadline alongside her impending brand launch and its related Netflix series, Meghan reportedly faces waning support from her Hollywood connections. According to a source, Kris Jenner, the Kardashian matriarch, has distanced herself from Meghan and excluded her from her circle of A-list friends. “Kris hasn’t exactly cut ties, but she has certainly cooled off…
Cardi B and Offset have decided to part ways, but there is no animosity between them. According to a source cited by TMZ, the couple remains on good terms, though they have no plans to reconcile. The estranged pair recently came together to celebrate their son Wave’s third birthday at DreamWorks Water Park in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Cardi B and Offset share two children—Wave, 3, and Kulture, 6—and are expecting their third child. The source indicated that both musicians have committed to co-parenting their children amicably, as the decision to divorce was carefully considered. A friend of Cardi B…
Lady Gaga is opening up about the debut single from her highly anticipated seventh studio album, *LG7*. The 38-year-old star shared her week’s schedule on Instagram, where she expressed excitement for the premiere of *Joker: Folie à Deux* and hinted at key dates in October, including the release of the first single from *LG7*. The upcoming track will follow her recent collaboration with Bruno Mars, “Die With a Smile,” but Gaga confirmed that the song will not be included in the sequel to her 2020 album, *Chromatica*. Recalling her collaboration with Bruno Mars, the *Shallow* singer revealed, “I was finishing…
Hailey Bieber, who recently became a mother, showed off a dazzling diamond “mom” ring in a new social media update. On September 3, the Rhode skincare founder shared a picture on her Instagram story, highlighting her freshly manicured nails for the fall season. However, what caught the attention of her followers was the stunning ring, sparking speculation that she added the piece to her jewelry collection after the birth of her baby. The 27-year-old model was also seen wearing another ring with the initials “MOM” engraved on it, further fueling excitement among fans. Hailey and Justin Bieber, 30, welcomed their…
