The Quiet Pursuit: Joe Root’s Historic Ascent Toward Cricket’s Ultimate Record

In what many consider tennis’ greatest torch-passing moment, a 19-year-old Roger Federer stunned seven-time Wimbledon champion Pete Sampras in 2001. Few recognized then that the ponytailed Swiss would surpass his idol’s legacy. Similarly, when young Joe Root debuted against India in 2012, no one imagined the fresh-faced Yorkshireman would one day challenge Sachin Tendulkar’s untouchable […]

Health minister inspects Mayo Hospital, stresses zero tolerance for negligence

LAHORE :Punjab Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafique conducted a surprise visit to Mayo Hospital on Friday, and made it clear that negligence in patient treatment would not be tolerated. During the visit, he reviewed the Outpatient Department (OPD), pharmacy, and other facilities, while interacting with patients to gather feedback on medical services. The minister highlighted […]

COMSTECH signs MoU with Tang Chinese Education and Technology Ltd. to promote educational cooperation

ISLAMABAD :The OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH), Pakistan, and Tang Chinese Education and Technology Ltd., Beijing, China, have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in science, technology and education between China and OIC member states. The MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, Coordinator […]

Bushra Butt to advance educational legislation, inclusive policy initiatives

ISLAMABAD : Chairperson of the Senate Standing Committee on Federal Education and Professional Training, Senator Bushra Anjum Butt, on Friday chaired a significant meeting, focused on key legislative proposals and educational reforms aimed at enhancing quality, accessibility, and inclusivity across Pakistan’s education system. The meeting began by considering the private member bill titled “The Federal […]

Avalanche Acquire Danil Gushchin from Sharks in Swap of Young Forwards

The Colorado Avalanche and San Jose Sharks completed a one-for-one forward trade on Friday, with 22-year-old Russian winger Danil Gushchin heading to Colorado in exchange for 21-year-old Swedish prospect Oskar Olausson. Gushchin, a 2020 third-round pick by San Jose, showed promise during his limited NHL action, recording 2 goals and 5 points in 18 games […]

MLS Suspends Lionel Messi for One Game After All-Star Absence

NEW YORK – Major League Soccer has suspended Lionel Messi for one match after the Inter Miami star skipped Wednesday’s All-Star Game without prior league approval, a decision that has sparked controversy and promises of policy review. The Argentine icon and teammate Jordi Alba—both healthy but rested by their club—will miss Saturday’s crucial home match […]

Defense AI Startup Spear AI Secures Funding for Submarine Threat Detection System

SAN FRANCISCO – Spear AI, a Washington-based defense technology startup founded by former U.S. Navy specialists, has raised its first external funding to advance artificial intelligence systems that help military submarines interpret underwater acoustic data. The $2.3 million investment, led by Cortical Ventures and Scare the Bear, will fuel expansion as the company executes a […]

Tesla to Launch Human-Driven Ride Service in Bay Area Amid Robotaxi Regulatory Hurdles

Tesla plans to roll out a chauffeur-style ride-hailing service with human drivers in the San Francisco Bay Area, according to California regulators, contradicting earlier reports that the company would debut a robotaxi operation. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) confirmed Friday that Tesla lacks the necessary permits to operate autonomous vehicles commercially and has not […]

Meta Hires ChatGPT Co-Creator Shengjia Zhao to Lead AI Superintelligence Lab

NEW YORK – Meta Platforms (META.O) has appointed Shengjia Zhao, a key architect of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, as chief scientist of its newly formed Superintelligence Lab, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Friday. The high-profile hire signals Meta’s intensified focus on advanced AI development as it seeks to compete with rivals like OpenAI and Google DeepMind. Zhao, who […]