Unexpected benefits of peppermint tea revealed

Scientists observe increase in blood flow to brain’s frontal cortex A recent British study has revealed that drinking peppermint tea can significantly enhance brain health and cognitive function. According to the Nutritional Neuroscience journal, British scientists conducted research to examine the effects of peppermint on health. The study involved 25 volunteers and found that consuming…

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Meta, Alibaba explore e-commerce and AI expansion in Pakistan

Alibaba official praises role of Pakistan’s business community in global e-commerce ecosystem Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday met with a high-level delegation from the international e-commerce giant Alibaba Group, led by James Dong, president of international markets, to explore opportunities for expanding Pakistan’s e-commerce sector. During the meeting, the prime minister emphasized the growing…

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Pakistan, Russia sign agreement for revival of steel mills

The restoration of steel mills will not only boost industrial output but also generate employment opportunities Pakistan and Russia have signed an agreement for the revival of Pakistan Steel Mills, marking a significant step toward strengthening industrial cooperation between the two countries. According to an official statement, a Pakistani delegation led by Prime Minister’s Special…

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PIA completes post-Hajj flights, brings back 41,500 pilgrims

The Hajj return flights were operated from Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Quetta, Multan, and Peshawar Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has successfully concluded its post-Hajj operation, bringing back more than 41,500 pilgrims to Pakistan through 147 flights. According to the PIA spokesperson, the month-long operation began on June 10 and ended on July 10. The final post-Hajj…

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IHC warns of contempt action against PM, cabinet over Aafia Siddiqui case

The court adjourned the hearing until July 21. Islamabad High Court Thursday expressed strong displeasure over the federal government’s failure to submit a report regarding Dr. Aafia Siddiqui’s release, health, and repatriation. During the hearing, Justice Sardar Ejaz Ishaq Khan questioned why the reasons for Pakistan’s refusal to assist in Dr. Siddiqui’s U.S. court proceedings…

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Mahmoud Khalil seeks $20m from US over immigration arrest

Khalil, a 30-year-old permanent U.S. resident of Palestinian descent, was arrested in March Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by U.S. immigration authorities for more than 100 days, is seeking $20 million from the Trump administration over what he says was his false imprisonment and malicious prosecution. Khalil’s lawyers…

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National tennis Championship starts in Karachi

KARACHI: The 21st Westbury National Tennis Championship commenced at the Karachi Club on Thursday, with organisers confirming more than 230 entries across various events. Results from Thursday included qualifying matches in the men’s singles and juniors Under-18 singles categories, alongside the opening round of the men’s singles main draw. In men’s singles qualifying, Arham Shahzad…

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