Robert Patton, a seasoned farmer from Ballycarry, Northern Ireland, has made a significant investment of over £1 million to transform his traditional beef farming operation into a modern dairy unit. The new facility, known as Old Mill Dairies, represents a major shift in the farm’s focus and demonstrates a commitment to both technological innovation and […]
Internet Services to Remain Slow Until Early October Internet speeds across Pakistan are expected to remain sluggish until early October, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The slowdown is attributed to faults in submarine cables that are still under repair. Current Impact on Internet Speeds Users have reported significant declines in internet speeds over […]
Australia has introduced a new “right to disconnect” rule, granting employees the ability to ignore work communications outside of their regular hours without facing penalties from their employers. This legislation aims to address the issue of employees being pressured to respond to calls or messages after work, providing much-needed relief for work-life balance. Details of […]
In North Korea, jeans are banned because they are seen as symbols of Western culture and rebellion. The regime, determined to maintain strict control over its citizens, enforces this ban through rigorous dress codes and the so-called “fashion police.” This measure reflects the broader efforts of the North Korean government to control all aspects of […]
Pakistan has successfully conducted a training launch of the Shaheen-II surface-to-surface ballistic missile, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) confirmed on Tuesday. This test was critical for evaluating the missile’s performance and validating various technical parameters to enhance its accuracy and survivability. Observation and Oversight Senior officers from the Strategic Plans Division, Army Strategic Forces Command, […]
Despite significant advancements in Windows laptops this year—thanks to innovations like Snapdragon X chips in the Copilot+ PC line and the powerful AMD Ryzen 300 AI chips—the MacBook Air with the M2 chip remains a standout. Although it’s not the latest model, its performance and value continue to set it apart. Competitive Landscape Recent Windows […]
In a recent meeting with foreign business representatives, including a significant number of Chinese investors, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the importance of deepening the partnership between Pakistan and China across various sectors. Sharif underscored the potential for growth in agriculture, information technology, mines and minerals, and infrastructure. Prime Minister Sharif described the Pak-China relationship […]
NEW DELHI: Veteran Bollywood actress and Member of Parliament Jaya Bachchan has voiced her frustration at being addressed by her husband Amitabh Bachchan’s name in Parliament. During a recent Rajya Sabha session, Jaya Bachchan was referred to as “Shrimati Jaya Amitabh Bachchan.” In response, she pointedly asked, “Thank you, sir. You do know what Amitabh […]
Tehran, Iran: Iran declared on Monday that it has the “legal right” to respond to the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, an act attributed to Israel amidst the ongoing Gaza conflict. “No one has the right to doubt Iran’s legal right to punish the Zionist regime,” said Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser […]
Germany has issued a total of 80,000 work visas to foreign skilled workers between January and June 2024. This includes 40,000 visas granted specifically to skilled professionals, marking an increase of 3,000 visas compared to the same period in 2023. Response to Labour Shortages The increase in visa issuance is a response to Germany’s significant […]
