Pakistan

Makkah: Tonight, Saturday, 28 February 2026, the Ramadan moon will create a breathtaking astronomical moment as it aligns directly above the Kaaba in Makkah. According to the Jeddah Astronomical Society, the moon will cross the local meridian at 10:24:40 PM Saudi Standard Time, reaching roughly 90 degrees above the horizon positioned perfectly over the Masjid al-Haram. Engineer Majed Abu Zahrah …

A dramatic showdown in the global entertainment industry reached its climax as Netflix stepped away from a fierce takeover battle for Warner Bros. Discovery, sending shockwaves through financial markets. Investors responded instantly, pushing Netflix shares sharply higher, relieved that the streaming giant refused to overextend itself in an increasingly expensive contest. The victory instead went to Paramount Global, which outmaneuvered …

President Trump stated that Pakistan is handling the situation well and that he does not intend to intervene. Web Desk February 28, 2026 Washington: US President Donald Trump, speaking to the media outside the White House, commented on the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. President Trump stated that Pakistan is handling the situation well and that he does not …

Key points from the briefing include: 297 Afghan Taliban personnel killed, over 450 injured, 89 Taliban check posts destroyed. Web Desk February 27, 2026 ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information, Attaullah Tarar provided a detailed update on Operation Ghazab‑Lil‑Haqq, highlighting significant achievements of Pakistan’s security forces as of 11 PM. Key points from the briefing include: 297 Afghan Taliban personnel killed, …

KARACHI: Pakistani women’s rights advocate Mahnoor Omer has been named among TIME magazine’s Women of the Year 2026, recognised for her legal and social activism challenging gender inequality, particularly the taxation of menstrual products in Pakistan. Omer joins a global cohort of 16 other influential figures, including Oscar-nominated filmmaker Chloe Zhao and Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. Her activism began …

COLOMBO: England cricket team defeated New Zealand cricket team by four wickets in a gripping Super 8 clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, keeping Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals alive. After winning the toss, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner opted to bat first. The Black Caps posted a competitive total of 159 for 7 in their allotted …

The Season 4 finale of Bridgerton, which premiered on February 26, paid a heartfelt tribute to two cherished members of its production team. Just before the end credits rolled, an on-screen message appeared reading: “In loving memory of Nicholas Braimbridge and Tony Cooper.” The tribute quickly drew attention from fans, sparking conversations across social media about the lasting contributions of …

Analysts are predicting an unprecedented downturn in the global smartphone market in 2026, driven by soaring memory prices and constrained chip supplies. A report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) warns that the global PC and smartphone markets could contract by 11% and 13%, respectively, as the memory crisis intensifies. Meanwhile, Counterpoint Research forecasts a 12% year-on-year drop in smartphone …

Analysts are predicting an unprecedented downturn in the global smartphone market in 2026, driven by soaring memory prices and constrained chip supplies. A report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) warns that the global PC and smartphone markets could contract by 11% and 13%, respectively, as the memory crisis intensifies. Meanwhile, Counterpoint Research forecasts a 12% year-on-year drop in smartphone …

A growing field of science suggests that when you eat may be just as important as what you eat. Known as chrono nutrition, this emerging discipline explores how the timing, frequency, and consistency of meals interact with your body’s internal clock to influence overall health. Rooted in chronobiology  the study of biological rhythms chrono nutrition shifts the focus away from …