Health & Care
Pakistan Confirms Sixth Polio Case of 2026 in Khyber District
A seven-year-old boy from Khyber district is the sixth polio case of the year. Five of the six…
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Trend & Society
‘Lore’ Crowned 2026 Social Media Word of the Year
Sprout Social says "lore" was mentioned over 10 million times in 2026, as users move from quick posts…
Health & Care
WHO Warns Lead Exposure Kills 3.5 Million People Every Year
Lead poisoning causes over 3.5 million deaths a year worldwide, the WHO says. Children face the greatest danger…
Business
Power Shortfall Crosses 4,000MW as Load-Shedding Returns
Pakistan's electricity shortfall has risen above 4,000 megawatts, forcing power cuts of three to four hours in many…
Health & Care
WHO Launches AI Tool to Help Doctors Talk About Alcohol Risks
The WHO has launched an AI-powered hub that helps health workers discuss alcohol risks with patients, including the…
Trend & Society
Oregon School Shooting: Three Children and Teacher Killed in Bend
A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, killing three children and a teacher before…
Health & Care
WHO and Cancer Doctors Join Forces to Improve Care Worldwide
The WHO and the American Society of Clinical Oncology have signed a deal to improve cancer care access…
Politics
ECP Rejects Punjab’s Bid to Delay Local Polls to 2027
The Election Commission has rejected Punjab's request to hold local government elections in April 2027 and ordered officials…
Health & Care
Punjab’s Free Treatment Bill Doubles to Rs36.5 Billion
Punjab has spent Rs36.5 billion on free treatment programmes, double the June figure, as transplants and heart surgeries…