China’s Robots Know Kung Fu and Can Scale Walls. Can They Woo Investors?
[Unitree Robotics wants to raise about $900 million in an I.P.O. that tests market interest in humanoid robots, a technology that wows but has yet to prove its viability.
Pakistani celebrities demand justice after toddler’s rape, murder in Karachi
Frieha Altaf, Adnan Siddiqui, Sanam Baloch join growing calls for accountability, stronger child protection measures Pakistani celebrities have spoken out following the rape and murder of an 18-month-old child in Karachi’s Qayyumabad area, calling for swift justice, stronger child protection measures and greater awareness of the dangers children may face, particularly from relatives and household … Read more
How Blundell’s tactic ended ‘Bazball’ era
Joe Root fell lbw once more in a huge boost to New Zealand. Photo: AFP WELLINGTON: Wicketkeeper Tom Blundell believes his standing up to the stumps in England — a move that helped kill off the “Bazball” era — was a case of New Zealand shelving their egos for the good of the team. Blundell’s … Read more
Imran Khan’s sons voice fears over his health on third jail anniversary
Kasim, Sulaiman tell CNN they have been unable to visit him while govt says he has access to visitors and medical care Sons of former premier Imran Khan interviewing with CNN. Photo: Screen grab Former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s sons, Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan, have expressed concern over … Read more
The ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Uplifts a Canadian Tire Bag
After the actor Hudson Williams was photographed carrying a plaid reusable shopping bag, priced under $2, the tote has become a viral fashion accessory.
Gold prices in Pakistan Today
[ Gold prices extend sharp gains for second consecutive day in global, local markets KARACHI: Gold prices recorded sharp gains in both international and local markets on Thursday, rising for the second consecutive day. In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $113 per ounce to $4,268 per ounce. According to the … Read more
‘Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender’ Shows How to Beat Franchise Fatigue
There have been ups and downs, including a widely reviled big-screen disaster. But the latest film shows a story that is headed in the right direction.
Former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib’s home attacked after Hasina media event
Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan during the match. Photo: REUTERS DHAKA: Windows were smashed and petrol bombs hurled at former Bangladesh cricket captain Shakib Al Hasan’s residence after he joined ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s first public media interaction since her 2024 removal from power, in which she vowed to returnin December. Police said a group of … Read more
Severe COVID may reactivate dormant viruses, study finds
Analysis of 1,154 hospitalised patients links viral reactivation to greater disease severity A covid test. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY Severe COVID-19 may reactivate viruses that have remained dormant in the body, with some of that activity associated with long-term symptoms, according to a study. Researchers detected renewed activity from several common viruses in nearly half of … Read more
What’s Behind the A.I. Shake-Up at Google
[A new role for Demis Hassabis, the head of Google’s artificial intelligence unit, reflects reality at the tech giant. Investors remain worried.