AKUH to make 3D-printed PEEK implants

Pakistan’s Drug Regulatory Authority (DRAP) has granted Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) permission to produce custom 3D-printed PEEK implants, advancing the hospital as the first in Pakistan to locally manufacture these specialised implants. This approval enables AKUH to address complex bone reconstruction needs in patients, particularly for facial and skull fractures, through tailored, biocompatible implants. … Read more

Teenagers in America seeking AI friends

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Nearly three in four American teenagers have used AI companions, with more than half qualifying as regular users despite growing safety concerns about these virtual relationships, according to a new survey released on Wednesday, as per AFP. AI companions – chatbots designed for personal conversations rather than simple task completion – are available on platforms … Read more

£71 million deal agreed with Brentford, find out Mbeumo salary

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Brentford for the transfer of Bryan Mbeumo, with the deal reportedly worth upto £71 million altogether. The Cameroon international could undergo his medical at Old Trafford before joining the squad for their pre-season tour of the United States, which is set to depart on Tuesday, 22 July. Mbeumo, 25, … Read more

Pakistan, Azerbaijan to establish joint working groups

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Azerbaijan on Saturday agreed to establish joint working groups (JWGs) aimed at strengthening bilateral connectivity and elevating their relationship into a strategic economic partnership focused on rail and trade infrastructure. The announcement followed a high-level meeting held at the Ministry of Railways, with Minister of State for Railways and Finance Bilal Azhar … Read more

IT exports hit record at $4.6b

[ Listen to article ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s information technology, IT-enabled services (ITeS) and freelancers’ exports hit an all-time high of $4.6 billion in fiscal year 2024-25, higher by 26.4% from the previous year, but stakeholders still complained about the lack of government support. The total exports included $3.8 billion in services’ exports and $779 million in earnings from … Read more

CA turns positive on remittances

[ Listen to article KARACHI: Pakistan recorded a current account surplus of $2.1 billion in the fiscal year 2025, marking a significant improvement from the $2.07 billion deficit posted in FY2024. However, the positive annual picture was marred by a current account deficit of $84 million in June 2025, reflecting renewed pressure from rising imports and weaker … Read more