May 2026

Doctors warn against overconsumption of meat

LAHORE: Hospitals across Punjab are gearing up to welcome an expected influx of patients suffering from gastric disorders, hypertension, food poisoning and heart complications linked to excessive consumption of sacrificial meat during Eidul Azha. According to doctors, the provincial capital witnesses a recurring health problem every year after Eid prayers, when families start consuming large […]

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The economic crisis grips the bazaars of Bara and Tirah

Once-thriving trade hubs remain crippled by unemployment and crumbling infrastructure PESHAWAR: The historic trading centers of Bara Bazaar and major markets of Tirah in the Khyber tribal district continue to suffer from severe economic decline, widespread unemployment and lack of basic amenities, prompting strong demands from displaced local traders, laborers and businessmen for prompt government

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Thousands denied Zakat due to ‘funding gap’

More than 30,000 beneficiaries are waiting for help; scholarships and medical aid remain suspended RAWALPINDI: The Zakat department will not provide financial assistance to registered low-income families and widowed women in Rawalpindi division on the occasion of Eidul Azha, following the suspension of similar payments during Eidul Fitr amid acute financial crisis. Over 30,000 registered

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Bitcoin options are coming to Nadaq. Here’s what that means for you.

Nasdaq moves closer to offering cash-settled bitcoins BTC$77,307.73 index options, a move to democratize crypto risk management and eliminate legacy operational barriers. Last week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission granted Nasdaq PHLX conditional approval to list European-style options under the symbol QBTC. These will be cash-settled European-style options that track the CME CF Bitcoin

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Eid travel declines due to rising cost of living

Carriers report 40-45% drop in Eid passenger numbers; railways suspend eight trains RAWALPINDI: Soaring inflation, increasing transport fares and soaring prices of sacrificial animals have forced a large number of residents of the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad to celebrate Eidul Azha this year in Rawalpindi and Islamabad instead of traveling to their native

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Heritage site faces commercialization fears

Ownership dispute remains unresolved as historic structure’s future remains uncertain RAWALPINDI: A 200-year-old historic building located at Committee Chowk on Murree Road, opposite the Talian Shah shrine, has been vacated by the education ministry after more than six decades, reigniting speculation over a major commercial redevelopment plan reportedly backed by one of Rawalpindi’s most influential

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From split-tunneling to post-quantum crypto: NymVPN just received its biggest two-month update yet, and a new redesign is already underway

Split-tunneling and ad blocker come to beta on more NymVPN apps A first phase of post-quantum security has also been deployed A redesigned app will be available soon, promising a “cleaner and simpler” interface. NymVPN has spent the last two months in shipping mode. Between March and April 2026, the privacy-focused provider launched a series

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Meghan Markle issues statement as William Scones remark takes unexpected turn

Meghan Markle took a coy approach as she appeared to have doubled down on her stance after a new debate involving Prince William was sparked. The Duchess of Sussex was thought to have made a direct attempt to catch the future king’s attention with a bold move, knowing full well how crucial the dynamic between

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Railways launch digital transformation drive

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Railways is pursuing a major technological transformation as part of an ambitious digitalization program including a 1,700-kilometer fiber optic network and intelligent rail systems aimed at modernizing operations, freight management and passenger services across the country. According to official project documents available with Wealth Pakistan, the initiative is part of Pakistan Railways’ Railway

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