‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Lenders Pitch Loans for Needs Like Electricity and Rent
[The rapid growth of pay-later loans raises questions about whether their popularity is driven by consumer preference or desperation.
From coffee to hotpot, brands race to grab a bite of China’s growing burger market
People queue at a Five Guys fast-food restaurant after the US burger chain opened its first two locations earlier this month, in Beijing, China, August 15, 2026. PHOTO: Reuters Burgers are having a moment in China, with budget-conscious diners and smaller households turning the humble sandwich into one of the country’s hottest fast-food battlegrounds, drawing … Read more
Babar fitness clouds Pakistan’s England opener
Babar Azam reached 50 runs during the first day of the first Test match between Pakistan and England at Old Trafford in Manchester, northwest England on August 5, 2020: Photo: AFP Pakistan face a late selection decision over Babar Azam ahead of the opening Test against England at Headingley on Wednesday, with the former captain’s … Read more
Trump Orders Pentagon to Curtail Military Exercises With Ally South Korea
In a social media post, the president scolded South Korea for not helping denuclearize Iran, and also praised North Korea and its leader.
Zahid Ahmed celebrates Pride of Performance with loved ones
Actor reflects on people who shaped his journey, paying tribute to veteran writer Anwar Maqsood Actor Zahid Ahmed marked a major milestone in his career by celebrating his Pride of Performance award with fellow celebrities, friends and family, while paying tribute to his longtime role model, veteran writer Anwar Maqsood. The actor shared moments from … Read more
Ye Announces Russia Concerts, Months After Western Europe Cancellations
Two St. Petersburg concerts by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West could become the first performances by a major Western act in Russia since the country invaded Ukraine.
India in charge despite Dinushau’s hundred
Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha celebrates after scoring a century (100 runs) during the third day of the first Test between Sri Lanka and India at the Galle International Stadium in Galle on August 17, 2026. Photo: AFP GALLE: Sonal Dinusha’s maiden test hundred kept Sri Lanka afloat, but India remained firmly in command after day … Read more
Wales hold Pakistan in World Cup thriller
Despite the outcome Pakistan still have a chance to progress in the 16-team event Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the second stage of the FIH Hockey World Cup remained alive after they were held to a 3-3 draw by Wales in a dramatic Group D encounter at the Wagener Hockey Stadium on Monday. Pakistan had been … Read more
How Wildfire Smoke Affects Your Health
Scientists have found that people are being exposed to more toxins than previously known.
AI Slop Is Everywhere. Spotify, LinkedIn and Others Have Had Enough.
[Spotify, LinkedIn and others are trying to dig out of a digital sewage heap full of low-quality content made with artificial intelligence.