Pakistan reports sharp decline in polio detection

Pakistan reports sharp decline in polio detection

Environmental monitoring reports show that most districts in Pakistan are now free from the polio virus, indicating important progress in the country’s efforts to eliminate the disease. Officials said the latest data reflects a clear decline in polio detection across the country. In January 2026, environmental samples from 67 out of 87 districts tested negative, while only 24 out of …

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James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after cancer battle

James Van Der Beek dies at 48 after cancer battle

In 2024, the actor publicly revealed that he had been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, which was discovered during a routine colonoscopy the previous year. Web Desk February 12, 2026 James Van Der Beek, best known for his role in the hit 1990s teen drama Dawson’s Creek, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 48 following a battle with cancer. …

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MasterClass deal: Get half off subscriptions ahead of Presidents’ Day

MasterClass deal: Get half off subscriptions ahead of Presidents’ Day

MasterClass is offering 50 percent off its annual memberships right now, cutting the cost of its plans in half for a limited time. That brings the Premium tier down to $10 per month when billed yearly, while the Plus and Standard plans are also discounted to $8 monthly and $5 monthly, respectively. Each tier unlocks the full catalog of classes, …

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Laser eye surgery: What you should know

Laser eye surgery: What you should know

Laser eye surgery has become one of the most popular solutions for people who want to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses or contact lenses. Advances in medical technology have made these procedures safer and more effective, but it is still important to understand how laser eye surgery works, who it is suitable for, and what risks may be …

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Renowned Naat- Khawan Tabinda Lari passes away in Karachi

Renowned Naat- Khawan Tabinda Lari passes away in Karachi

Tabinda Lari had been suffering from a heart condition and was under treatment at the NICVD for the past few days. Web Desk February 12, 2026 KARACHI: Prominent Pakistani naat reciter Tabinda Lari has passed away, hospital authorities confirmed on Thursday. According to officials, Tabinda Lari had been suffering from a heart condition and was under treatment at the National …

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Apple’s Siri relaunch is reportedly behind schedule

Apple’s Siri relaunch is reportedly behind schedule

Apple’s long-delayed AI-powered Siri redesign may not be rolling out this year, at least in the way the company had planned. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple found problems with its software upon testing, such as the virtual assistant taking too long to accomplish tasks or even not processing queries properly altogether. Siri’s new version was also reportedly so sluggish …

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Dancing found to improve mood and ease depression symptoms

Dancing found to improve mood and ease depression symptoms

Aerobic exercises such as jogging, swimming, and dancing have the most significant impact on reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Web Desk February 12, 2026 A new study has found that dancing may be as effective as antidepressant medication in treating symptoms of depression, offering fresh evidence for the powerful role of physical activity in mental health care. Australian researchers …

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Dancing is best exercise to treat depression, study finds

Dancing is best exercise to treat depression, study finds

Researchers further suggested that public health policies should include exercise. Web Desk February 12, 2026 A new study has found that dancing may be as effective as antidepressant medication in helping treat depression. According to Australian researchers, aerobic exercises such as jogging, swimming, and dancing show the most significant impact in reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety. The study also …

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Liberty Power Plant engineers convert diesel bus into electric vehicle

Liberty Power Plant engineers convert diesel bus into electric vehicle

Chairman of AsiaPak Investments, Shaheryar Chishty, will formally launch the vehicle. Web Desk February 12, 2026 Dharki: The engineers at Liberty Power Plant in Dharki, Sindh, have achieved a significant technological milestone by successfully converting a conventional diesel passenger bus into a fully electric vehicle, marking a pioneering development in Pakistan’s transport sector. According to plant officials, the converted vehicle …

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