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K00117 Travel

Malaysia Set to Host First Muslim-Friendly Travel Fair–MATTA 2025

  • September 30, 2025
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Malaysia is preparing to host its first Muslim-Friendly Travel Fair in October 2025. The event, organized by the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), highlights the growing importance of faith-based travel. It also aims to offer inclusive travel experiences that welcome families and respect Muslim values. The fair will take place on October […]

K00118 Travel

Islamabad-Haripur Travel Time to Drop to 10-15 Minutes

  • September 30, 2025
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Islamabad and Haripur are about to feel much closer than ever before. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved a landmark project that will build twin tunnels through the Margalla Hills. Once completed, the drive between Haripur and Islamabad will shrink to only eight kilometres. As a result, travel time will drop to about ten to […]

K00119 Travel

Expedia Unveils Key Fall Travel Dates for Budget Seekers

  • September 30, 2025
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Expedia has released its Fall Travel Outlook with key dates for budget-savvy travelers. The report shows times when flights and hotel rates tend to be lowest. It points to a “shoulder season” window between summer and winter when demand drops. In the UAE, the best days to fly are November 11 and November 19. These […]

G00098 Business

Federal Workforce Brain Drain as 154,000 Employees Exit

  • September 30, 2025
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The United States is facing a major shake-up in its federal workforce. More than 154,000 government employees have left under resignation and buyout programs. Officials claim the move helps taxpayers, but experts worry about lasting effects. Impact on Agencies and Services The federal workforce makes up less than 1.5% of all U.S. jobs. Therefore, the […]

G00099 Business

Rupee Rises Against Dollar Amid Global Market Uncertainty

  • September 30, 2025
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The Pakistani rupee made slight gains against the US dollar on Tuesday. It appreciated by 0.01% in the inter-bank market. At close, the rupee settled at 281.32, up by Re0.03. On Monday, the currency had closed at 281.35. This upward move came as the US dollar weakened globally. Investors grew cautious ahead of a possible […]

G00097 Business

IMF Presses Pakistan on Asset Disclosure and Flood Relief Talks

  • September 30, 2025
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) pressed Pakistan to accelerate governance reforms. It insisted that IMF asset disclosure for government officers must take effect by December 2025. Asset Disclosure and Accountability The IMF mission directed Pakistan to publish the Governance and Corruption Diagnostic (GCD) Report on time. Officials noted that amendments to the Government Servants (Conduct) […]

J00115 Gaming

EA Goes Private After $55 Billion Saudi Investment

  • September 30, 2025
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Electronic Arts (EA), the publisher behind FIFA, The Sims, and Battlefield, has been acquired in a $55 billion deal by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners.This makes it one of the largest buyouts in gaming history, second only to Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard. The move marks a turning point for […]

J00116 Gaming

Teemo is Joining 2XKO in October

  • September 30, 2025
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Riot Games has confirmed that Teemo will be joining its new 2v2 fighting game, 2XKO, on October 7, 2025. The reveal coincides with the title’s entry into early access, giving fans fresh reasons to dive into the roster. Teemo’s arrival has sparked immediate discussion across the community, from excitement about his playstyle to debates over […]

J00117 Gaming

Halo Studios Prepares for October 24 Reveal

  • September 30, 2025
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Halo fans are circling October 24 on their calendars. Halo Studios, formerly known as 343 Industries, announced it will share updates at the Halo World Championship. The studio has worked quietly with Unreal Engine 5 since last year, and anticipation is high about what it may finally reveal. At last year’s championship, the team unveiled […]

I00107 Health

Blood Type A1 May Raise Stroke Risk Before Age 60, Study Finds

  • September 30, 2025
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Recent research shows a surprising link between blood type and stroke risk. People with blood type A1 may face a higher chance of stroke before turning 60. This discovery offers fresh insight into how genetics affect our health. Most people know the common blood types: A, B, AB, and O. These are defined by antigens […]