Alizeh Shah criticises 'cute' beauty standards
Actor Alizeh Shah is once again at the centre of a social media storm, but this time, it's not for her outfit or makeup. On Tuesday, Shah posted a thought-provoking note to her Instagram story, calling...
View ArticleCharli xcx has been nominated for the Ivors
Charli xcx's hit album Brat and Wham!'s perennial festive hit Last Christmas are among the musical works nominated at next month's Ivors, Britain's annual awards honouring songwriters and screen...
View ArticleTurkish influencer accuses Maria B of evading payment
In posts shared on Instagram on Sunday, Turkish content creator Türkan Atay accused Pakistani clothing brand Maria B for evading payment that the influencer claims the two parties agreed on. Türkan...
View ArticleWeinstein made victims 'feel small'
Prosecutors opening Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's rape and sexual assault retrial described Wednesday how he ignored his victims' pleas to stop and abused his position to make them "feel small",...
View ArticleFawad on Bollywood co-stars
Cross-border film star Fawad Khan, who has worked on a number of Bollywood films, told Nukta Dubai what he admires about the Indian heroines he has starred with. Beginning with Sonam Kapoor, who was...
View ArticleNew Type 5 diabetes officially recognised, impacts 25m people worldwide
A rare and long-overlooked form of diabetes, linked not to obesity but to malnutrition, has been formally recognised by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) as “Type 5 diabetes” — a landmark...
View ArticleOscar award voters must watch all nominated films
Oscar voters will be required to demonstrate that they have watched all the films in each category before they cast their final ballots, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on...
View ArticleChef Zakir Hussain dead at 58
In an Instagram post shared on Monday, Chef Samia Lari informed that Chef Zakir Hussain has died at 58. The statement read, "We are deeply saddened to share that Chef Zakir Hussain, one of Pakistan's...
View ArticleSeven ways to lower your AC bill without losing comfort
As temperatures rise across the country, electricity bills tend to follow suit, largely due to increased use of air conditioners. While modern AC units are more energy-efficient than earlier models,...
View ArticleOsman Khalid Butt reflects on Orkut days
Osman Khalid Butt, who turned 39 earlier this February, stirred a wave of early-internet nostalgia on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday with a short but sentimental post: "I miss Orkut and waking up one...
View ArticleSix benefits of rubbing watermelon peel on your face
With rising summer temperatures, skincare experts and enthusiasts are turning to an unexpected source of hydration and glow: watermelon peel. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and hydration-boosting...
View ArticleUstad Bashir dead at 80
Renowned tabla maestro Ustad Bashir Khan passed away on Thursday after a short battle with illness at age 80, sources close to the musician's family have revealed. As a towering figure from the Punjab...
View ArticleHollywood's iconic Demi Moore named 'world's most beautiful person' of 2025
People Magazine has announced Hollywood icon Demi Moore as the "Most Beautiful Person of 2025" in its latest issue, recognizing the 62-year-old actress for her timeless beauty and resilience. Moore...
View ArticleEmmad Irfani calls 'Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum' a career high
On Thursday night, Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum actor Emmad Irfani appeared on a talk show with host Waseem Badami and was candid, calm, and composed, especially when the conversation steered towards co-star...
View ArticleYashma Gill's family loves Hania Aamir
On Sunday, Yashma Gill posted a lighthearted update on her Instagram story featuring her close friend Hania Aamir. The post read, "When visitors have to go through your entire family before getting to...
View ArticleSharmila Faruqui slams Khalilur Rehman Qamar, says his dramas should be...
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) politician Sharmila Faruqui has made her stance crystal clear regarding writer Khalilur Rehman Qamar. During her appearance on TV host Waseem Badami’s show, Faruqui...
View Article'60 Minutes' producer resigns amid Trump row
The executive producer of 60 Minutes, the storied US primetime current affairs show, resigned on Tuesday, blaming attacks on his independence in recent months as President Donald Trump has waged a...
View ArticleI never wanted to do films'
In an interview on Mazaq Raat, film actor Khushboo Khan opened up about certain secrets she's held close to her heart. She admitted that she has been betrayed before, which caused her to lose faith in...
View ArticleTahira Kashyap reveals breast cancer relapse
In an Instagram post shared Monday, Indian writer Tahira Kashyap revealed that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time. "Seven-year itch or the power of regular screening - it's a...
View ArticleAre VTubers the future?
Fans waved glow sticks at an animated character on stage, having packed a sold-out Hollywood concert hall to see their virtual idol perform — showcasing the global ambitions of Japan's "VTuber"...
View Article'BTS: A Little Golden Book Biography' teases first look
K-pop group BTS are the latest stars to earn their spot in the nonfiction series, Little Golden Book Biographies. The release, titled BTS: A Little Golden Book Biography, is penned by Jan Ann and...
View ArticleFawad Khan shows love to all his former leading ladies in Bollywood
awad Khan was once the darling of Bollywood, winning hearts across India with his charming screen presence and nuanced acting. However, his flourishing career in the Indian film industry came to a halt...
View ArticleBen's affection for geniuses
There was a time when Ben Affleck was known as more than just the dashing Hollywood leading man who married women called Jennifer. He has, for one thing, also been the public and avowed best friend of...
View ArticleThe biggest blockbusters hitting our screens in summer 2025
After a rocky start to 2025, the year’s summer blockbusters might just rescue the box office. Marvel is still on shaky ground, and some highly anticipated horror releases have missed the mark. But with...
View ArticleNo talk of past loves at the family dinner table
Veteran Pakistani actor Nayyer Ejaz, often dubbed the man with a thousand faces, recently peeled back the curtain on his personal life during an appearance on Wasi Shah's talk show. Known for his...
View ArticleThe uncanny in 'Black Mirror S7'
To say that the latest instalment of Black Mirror broke the internet would be a no-brainer. When the show's first season dropped in 2011, it forever changed the landscape of sci-fi story-telling on the...
View ArticleMashal Khan discusses the withdrawals of a broken heart
In an interview with Adnan Faisal, Mashal Khan shared that there are physical manifestations of grief, especially when it comes to relationships where love diminishes on one person's end. "There are...
View ArticleThe 7 fashion trends set to dominate 2025
As we close the chapter on rhinestone-covered holiday looks, the fashion world is already turning the page to a fresh new year — and it’s coming in hot. 2025 is shaping up to be a year of contrasts and...
View ArticleDuran Lantink appointed as new permannet creative director of Jean Paul Gaultier
Another major fashion shake-up has arrived. Dutch designer Duran Lantink has officially been appointed the permanent creative director of Jean Paul Gaultier, making history as the first sole successor...
View ArticleKendrick Lamar officially joins Chanel as brand ambassador
Kendrick Lamar has officially signed on as Chanel’s newest ambassador, with the French luxury house unveiling the partnership through its upcoming eyewear campaign, set to launch tomorrow. Lamar, the...
View ArticleJonathan Anderson to take the reins as creative director at Dior Men
After months of swirling rumours and whispered anticipation, it's now official—Jonathan Anderson is the new creative director of Dior Men. The news was confirmed today, 17 April, by none other than...
View ArticleLouder than it looks
There's a certain irony in the way beauty has moved this season. Where last year dazzled with gleam, gloss, and conspicuous shine, Spring 2025 arrives with something altogether quieter —a mood of...
View ArticleRags to Rap: The Asif Balli story
“If I weren’t a rapper, I would have been a criminal or dead by now” were some of the first words I heard Asif Balli say. Son of a scrap collector and a housemaid, Asif was born and grew up in the...
View ArticleNo shikwa with Talhah Yunus so far
Guess who's back? That's right, it's Young Stunners' Talhah Yunus with an album of Iqbal-esque complaints, and let's just say, I'm bopping my head even as I write this. There's something delightfully...
View ArticleProtest, pop, and pandemonium
Each year, Coachella serves as a cultural temperature check, and in 2025, that temperature read fierce, political, and gloriously chaotic. From calls for justice in Gaza to a mic-wielding Lady Gaga and...
View ArticleMaster of misery
If you are yearning for feel-good television that spreads a warm glow of sunshine and contentment, you would be advised to give a wide berth to anything involving Stephen Graham. Connoisseurs of bleak...
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