Mentos was and still is the ultimate candy and gum for children and adults alike. We still remember getting the multi-colored mentos packet and throwing all the yellow ones away. The purple ones were the best. Let’s not forget the mentos and coke challenge! However, while mentos may be nostalgic for us, the brand is stepping into the future in the best possible way. Read about their latest initiative here and why it matters!
Mentos is now available in a recyclable bottle which is brilliant. This new packaging is a 90-percent paperboard bottle and has been created for their sustainability initiative. This new paperboard bottle which currently only has Fresh Mint and Spearmint is on everybody’s mind. It can hold 80 pieces of gum and is available at all the Walmart stores in the US.
Building Sustainability, One Gum At A Time
Mentos also wants to involve their consumers in the whole process. So, everybody who buys the packet will find recycling instructions on the paperboard bottle. This will be achieved using typical U.S. curbside services or local drop-off programs. According to Perfetti Van Melle, the name behind the brand, Mentos is the first to achieve this. Mentos becomes the first in the market in the gum category to become sustainable to this extent.
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Although Walmart is the first and only U.S. retailer so far to stock the new paperboard bottle, others are interested. Perfetti Van Melle shared that it has received “high interest” from many other retailers to sell the product. Get on the bandwagon, this is the best one!
This new Mentos Pure Fresh paperboard bottle is a brilliant new step in the commitment towards environmental responsibility. As companies strive to bring sustainability to the cores of their businesses, Mentos provides a great example. The mega confectioner company will also be monitoring the response to this packaging. They aim to take this beyond to innovate their packaging further. The ultimate aim is to deliver their products with the least plastic consumption, most recycling.
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Such initiatives will definitely get the ball rolling. Other gum brands might already be considering this shift and Mentos will be the final decisive push. This is also because people today prefer sustainability over anything!
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Jeep will launch its first fully electric SUV early in 2023. Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares announced the news during the automaker’s Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan presentation.
Jeep has been slower to embrace electrification as compared to many of its rivals. The automaker has released plug-in hybrid versions of its Wrangler and Grand Cherokee SUVs. Meanwhile, the plans of an off-roading version of the Grand Cherokee, the Trailhawk, which also comes with a hybrid motor are also in the line.
Electric SUV -The Look
It features signature Jeep traits like a seven-section grille and aggressive, bulky look. The SUV’s rear door handles are placed up by the window, rather than in the conventional spot.
The brand’s signature seven-slot grille, will be the same feature. However, the grille is closed since there’s no gasoline engine under the hood.
The yet-to-be-named SUV seems to be on the smaller side of the Jeep Compass or Renegade but we won’t know its size for sure until the company releases more information.
Details like range, horsepower, and price are also a question mark at this point. Stellantis did not specify where the EV will be sold when it launches early next year, and a spokesperson did not immediately return a request for comment.
The Jeep Lineup
Serious efforts to electrify the Jeep lineup started last year with the Wrangler 4xe, a plug-in hybrid variant of the iconic Wrangler offering approximately 35 kilometres of EV range thanks to a 17.3kWh battery.
The next-generation Grand Cherokee is also getting the 4xe treatment in North America, while the smaller Renegade and Compass are already available as plug-in hybrids over in Europe.
Diabetes mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a chronic disorder. It occurs when the pancreas does not secrete enough insulin or when the body’s cells become resistant to insulin. In either case, the blood sugar cannot get into the cells for storage, leading to severe complications. Diabetes, perhaps more than any other disease, is strongly associated with the diet.
While diabetes in this country is rising quickly, many risk factors, including heavyweight, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, can be reduced by choosing a healthier overall diet. Certain foods are beneficial in giving you more control over the condition – or avoiding diabetes altogether.
1. Barley
If you’ve been you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes; you may think you need to stay away from carb-rich grains altogether if you want to keep your blood sugar levels under control. But some grains are pretty low on the glycemic index (GI), thanks to their high fiber content. Barley has a GI score of only 28, putting it deep into the “low GI” range. In addition to reduced blood glucose levels, barley may also help improve insulin sensitivity.
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2. Lentils
Just a half-cup of lentils will give you almost eight grams of fiber. That’s more than you get from a cup of brown rice. Fiber is a true friend because it can lower your blood glucose level – as well as your bad cholesterol while making you feel full. The insoluble fiber, in particular, seems to decrease the risk of diabetes.
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3. Sourdough Bread
Tangy sourdough bread dough is fermented from wild yeast and bacteria cultures. Sourdough bread is lower on the glycemic index than regular wheat bread, so it’s a better choice if you want to avoid sugar spikes after your sandwiches. The acid produced by the bacteria also helps keep the bread fresher longer.
Nuts are known to reduce the risk of developing type-2 diabetes, so you can’t go wrong on almonds, walnuts, and pistachios. High-protein peanuts are another good pick because they’re low on the glycemic index and packed with nutrients.
Adding a little spice to your meals doesn’t just enhance the flavor — it may also help you better manage your diabetes. Cinnamon, in particular, has demonstrated some impressive benefits. Studies found that consuming 1 to 6 grams per day of cinnamon significantly impacted subjects’ glucose levels. However, use cinnamon in moderation. Adding cinnamon to everything you eat can lower your blood sugar levels too much, causing potentially life-threatening hypoglycemia.
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6. Greens
Leafy green vegetables are highly nutritious and low in calories. Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are good sources of many vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C. Some evidence suggests that people with diabetes have lower vitamin C levels than people without diabetes, and they may have more critical vitamin C requirements. Vitamin C acts as a potent antioxidant and also has anti-inflammatory qualities. Increasing dietary intake of vitamin C-rich foods can help people with diabetes improve their serum vitamin C levels while reducing inflammation and cellular damage.
Regular egg consumption may reduce your heart disease risk in several ways. Eggs may decrease inflammation, improve insulin sensitivity, increase your HDL (good) cholesterol levels, and modify the size and shape of your LDL (bad) cholesterol. Research has linked egg consumption with heart disease in people with diabetes.
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Maggi lovers live in a world of their own, and when it comes to their favorite snack, there is no stopping them. They can combine maggie with anything or anything and come up with a bizarre recipe or, in this case, a totally genius one. Regardless of how it tastes, we have to give credit to the founder of this Noodle Pizza recipe.
Noodle Pizza
If you are a Maggi lover, then try this ingenious recipe to tantalize your taste buds. Here is everything you need to prepare it.
Take a wok, add 2 packets of noodles, add 1.5 cups of water, noodle masala, and let it cook until it becomes 80% done.
Now, add some chopped coriander and parsley. Once the noodles are 80% done with some water, switch off the flame because we don’t want to overcook it.
To make it crispy, add 2 tbsp of cornflour and mix it with 2 folks gently, make sure that there are no lumps in it.
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Now, heat the non-stick pan, and as it gets hot, add 1 tbsp oil and spread it evenly. Spread the oil with a brush and now add the prepared noodles mix into it.
Spread this noodle mix with the help of folks into a round shape. Make sure the noodles bind and stick together; otherwise, it will break while flipping it.
Now, add 1 tbsp oil of its surrounding and cook it for 3-4 minutes at medium flame until it gets golden color from the bottom and then flip this and cook it from another side similarly.
Apply 3 tbsp pizza sauce or Red Chilli Sauce on top of it and spread it evenly.
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Add mozzarella cheese and spread it evenly, followed by some chopped onions, capsicum, corns, Tomatoes.
Now, cover it with a lid and cook it for 4-5 minutes on medium flame.
The Homemade Maggi Pizza Recipe is Ready to Serve. Top it off with spices like oregano and cut it into pieces.
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PSX has been deadly for stock investors and companies as it continues to decline. The Russia-Ukraine war and other financial instabilities within the country have resulted in mega losses. However, we doubt any could be as major as TRJ’s recent loss which is 4 times greater than its profit last year. Here’s what’s going down:
TRJ Pakistan Ltd has recently shared a loss of Rs12.6 billion for October-December. This is a major point of contention in comparison to its net profit of Rs3.6bn, same time last year.
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According to stock analysts, the significant loss was experienced because of a net loss on investment in TRGIL. TRGIL is an associate company and its loss was estimated to be that of Rs14.8bn. The report published suggests, “This was due to (the) mark-to-market of investment in IBEX after its share price slid down by 34pc during October-December, resulting in a loss of Rs6.8bn,” it said.
TRJ is one of the most popular stocks on PSX hence, its major decline has shaken many.
PSX’s Decline
PSX is more volatile than most markets especially because it operates for a third-world economy. Pakistan is riddled with political conflicts, unfoldings and also impacted by other global events. As a result, PSX is always been influenced – nowadays mostly negatively – which is bringing in unprecedented losses.
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In February alone, PSX lost 1,200 points.
Unity Foods Is On The Rise
Another company, however, is in the green. Unity Foods Ltd posted an unconsolidated profit of Rs1.1bn for the last quarter which was 20pc greater than the same time last year. The total revenues of the company now stand at Rs20bn. Investors are suggesting that the major reason behind this increase is inventory gains. The company’s oil procurement price was quite low.
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BankIslami Profits Continue To Rise
Not all stocks are experiencing a fate the same as TRJ. BankIslami Pakistan Ltd reported its earnings for 2021. They were reported to be Rs2.1bn, up 25.1pc from the same time last year.
The retention of profits is being credited to an improvement in its deposit base. In addition to it, the earning assets of the bank also showed growth. Islamic financing increased 39.2pc while the investments registered a growth of 31.1pc. These factors overall contributed to BankIslami’s strong performance.
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There is no wedding season really when it comes to Pakistan. You will see weddings happening all year round. Of course, when there is a wedding, there is also the hunt for the perfect dress for the bride. While any business remotely linked to the wedding industry will flourish none does quite as much as the bridal dress designers. The bridal studios at Tariq Road are the topic of today’s discussion, however.
In a recent online interaction with a certain bridal studio at Tariq Road, a customer got the price quote of PKR 375,000 for a dress. But when the customer visited the shop the very next day, the price quoted became PKR 400,000. All that was different was that the customer was present and the shopkeeper could gauge their appearance. Upon referring to the online conversation, the owner moved away to assist other customers while the salesperson refuse to attend to them. Such is the case with almost every studio at Tariq Road!
Tariq Road is geographically at a prime location. It caters to people from all over Karachi (or as we say, from both sides of the bridge). This is why you will find a variety of bridal dress outlets in this market. This variety is spread out on the basis of the quality of work and to the price bracket. As a result, people who need to buy the dress for PKR 35,000 can also get to this part of Karachi, as well as those who need to boast that they bought the dress for PKR 800,000.
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“Designer Studios”
The designer studios are usually found at the main Tariq road, almost in front of the Dolmen Mall. These alleged designer studios have their price range almost similar to the designers catering to the rich. They will start quoting the price from PKR 3.5 lac. If you even ask for a price below that or ask them to bargain, they will look at you with the dirtiest of stares. But the fact of the matter is that they do not follow the ethical guidelines either.
Since there is no standard price for a particular design, the ‘designers’ are free to quote whatever price they want. And they don’t shy away from it. As a customer enters, they see if they will signal the customer to the basement where they do their actual business. If the person entering looks like a potential customer they will quote the price they want but if they do not see the person completing their checklist, they quote a higher price for the person to move on.
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Preying on the mindsets of the middle class who feels it is necessary to have a brand tag attached; becoming attractive to the rich with their price range and Instagram following; these studios are making money left, right, and center. While this may be their right, their business model is sure inducing anxiety in many people hoping to get married in today’s times.
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Etihad is undoubtedly one of the most premium airlines out there. However, aside from offering the best air traveling experience, the airlines are now pulling themselves ahead of the curve. Their latest campaign is something that hasn’t been seen before and we never knew how important this could be. Read about it here:
The airline has partnered with the theme park, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to bring something spectacular. It has brought the launch of a one-of-a-kind family-friendly experience to its planes. We know for one that parents will be beyond ecstatic to hear about it.
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The “Little VIP” Campaign
Etihad’s latest campaign is for little travelers. The campaign recognizes that young travelers are very important people for whom the traveling process must be made easier. Children can struggle to find security, comfort, and safe spaces during flights. So, what can be done for them?
To help with this, the park’s iconic characters are being brought to flights. Characters that we have all grown up with like Scooby-Doo and Looney Tunes are found on new activity packs. These fun and nostalgic activity packs will be given to children on longer flights with Etihad.
There Are Many Age Ranges
You might be thinking that this is something already done. So, what’s new? What has changed is that the airline’s new children’s gifts are designed in three age ranges. There is the smallest age range which is for infants up to 2 years old. In this, parents will be given a soft fleece blanket decorated with the faces of the characters.
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Besides this, there will be the young flyers range which is for travelers aged 3 to 8 years. They will be given a drawstring bag which will include an activity book, crayons, memory card game, and passport holder.
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Lastly, the tweens and teens aged between 9 to 13 will be provided with a Scooby-Doo-themed backpack. This backpack will be featuring the Museum of Mysteries board game to promote Yas World in Abu Dhabi.
In addition to these inflight changes, Etihad has a lot more planned for families. Etihad is will be initiating a better family experience through cabin crew and ground crew. This will be done through special training to identify and support family travel needs to enhance experiences. At Abu Dhabi International Airport, a new and special family check-in space will be available for families.
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PSL 7 brand value is estimated to have increased almost 20 times since its first tournament. According to Daraz, during the first 2 weeks of the PSL 7, viewership of PSL crossed 200 million views. PSL officially joined hands with TikTok as the official entertainment partner and sponsor of the tournament’s anthem.
PSL 7 came to an end but we still feel the waves of excitement around us. What’s great is to hear an announcement by Ramiz Raja to expand PSL to Multan, Peshawar, and Quetta for the next edition.
How can we miss out on the thrilling drift by Red Bull athlete Abdo Feghali, the most safest and incredible stunt to bring in the PSL trophy from the royal fort to the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium. Is this the new beginning of Pakistan’s motorsport? We are excited to see more of such activity motorsport community in Pakistan.
How amazing is this? What a way to showcase the beauty of Lahore.
After Qalandars’ first PSL victory in home ground, Shaheen Shah Afridi became the youngest captain to win the PSL title becoming the top wicket-taking bowler of PSL 7.
“We have struggled to get the trophy but finally everything came together for us.” Hafeez said after being given the man-of-the-match award.
Chairman PCB Rameez Raja said that the fans of Karachi and Lahore gave their lives in PSL Seven. We are all excited about PSL 8.
Adjungle.pk is a new buy & sell classified ads platform where people from any part of Pakistan can sell their old or used easily.
Those items can be their old or used mobiles, cars, motorcycles, furniture, fashion clothing, and accessories like jewelry, handbags, and much more. In addition to this, companies in Pakistan can post their job ads as well.
The founders of Adjungle.pk felt that were not many options for the people of Pakistan to sell their old or used things easily except for 3 or 4 big players in the market.
Unlike current industry giants who only offer 1 or 2 free ads, Adjungle.pk offers unlimited free ads. Meaning you don’t have to pay anything for any number of ads you post on the website. Following is what you get as soon as you sign up.
Easy one page Ad posting experience on both mobile and desktop.
Unlimited Free Ads.
Post YouTube video links of your items while creating the ads.
Get real-time ad views.
Put your item location on Google Maps so people can reach to you easily.
Affordable ad boosting packages to Feature your ads or bump them up to the top spot.
You also get a choice to choose any one of the following price types…
Fixed Price
Negotiable
Price on Call
So far, the website has been receiving great responses from all over Pakistan. Especially people from Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad have been selling the most amount of their old or used items.
We encourage you to sign up today and sell your car, mobile, property, furniture, fashion accessories, and more on Adjungle.pk.
In a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Air Link informed the inauguration ceremony It’s Mobile Device Manufacturing Facility. The company will be responsible for the production of Xiaomi handsets in Pakistan. The launch will take place on March 4, 2022 at Quaid-e-Azam Industrial Estate, Kot Lakhpat, Lahore.
Pakistan’s Air Link Communication Limited on announced the news on Monday.
Xiaomi Production Facility
“It’s a historic event for our country where Xiaomi, one of the largest smartphone companies, is kicking off production in Pakistan by joining hands with Select Technologies (Pvt) Limited” read the statement.
“This production facility is a step forward in the direction of PM’s vision of ‘Make in Pakistan’. It will have a huge impact on Pakistan’s economy resulting in the export of locally-produced Xiaomi mobile phones,” Air Link added.
President Pakistan Dr. Arif Alvi is expected to inaugurate the production facility near Lahore. Last year in November. According to the reports, the initiative will generate a sale volume of $550 million per year. Meanwhile, creating thousands of jobs in Pakistan.
A Hit For The Company’s Stocks
The company’s share price nearly increased by four per cent on Monday, after the information was shared with PSX. Its stock price moved from Rs54.75 to Rs56.87. Meanwhile, the Adviser to Prime Minister for Commerce and Investment, Abdul Razak Dawood informed that realme mobiles has also started producing mobiles locally at their unit in Lahore.
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“I would like to congratulate RealMe mobiles which has started producing mobiles locally at their unit in Lahore. This has not only created employment but it has also decreased the cost of their locally made smartphones,” Dawood tweeted on Monday.
“The new development aligns with MOC’s (Ministry of Commerce) Make-In-Pakistan policy of promoting industrialisation and import substitution,” he added.
Chairman, Engineering Development Board (EDB), Almas Hyder said that 30 companies took permission to set up mobile assembling plants and out of the 30, 19 companies have already started assembling. “We are expecting the remaining companies would also soon be starting their operations at their respective plants,” Hyder said.
Air Link also started to manufacture mobile phones locally in Pakistan in April. The monthly capacity of 400,000 units per month, will reach up to 550,000 units per month by the year 2023.
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NFTs have taken the world by storm. Be it the fashion world, wall street, or the corporate sector, everything is now being NFT-ified. While you may or may not be aware of the concept yet, USA is going above and beyond with the metaverse creation. New York has become the first place to get NFT vending machines. Here’s what you need to know:
Near the infamous Wall Street in New York City, an NFT platform brought something interesting. They just set up the city’s first non-fungible token vending machine. Yes, now vending machines will no longer give you food or toiletries. Get up to speed!
Buying #NFT becomes as easy as shopping at the grocery store. @neon_gallery, a convenience store built on the #Solana blockchain, New York is advancing an NFT ATM that can be considered the “world’s first NFT vending machine.” pic.twitter.com/ARnttlvx4x
The American company Neon that brought this initiative to life is an NFT marketplace. It is also a gallery built on the Solana blockchain. The company is known to be one of the fastest and most environmentally friendly in its sector.
So how does the vending machine work? The idea is basically that all passers-by can get their NFTs using their normal credit cards.
What Is The Reason Behind It?
This platform wanted to democratize access to NFTs. Before such initiatives, NFTs could be only accessible to the elite or the ultra-technologically capable people. This vending machine by the Neon crypto startup brings it to everyone.
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Their mission is to set up NFT ATMs in the entire Manhattan Financial District. This also ensures that you do not need a cryptocurrency wallet to purchase an NFT.
The process is simple. Once you decide which one you want, you can insert your card. You will then receive a box containing a unique code with which you can “activate” your NFT. If you would like to get more, know that the ATM will be open for 24 hours.
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The Larger Purpose
This vending machine also does a lot more than just make NFTs accessible. It allows young artists and designers to make money from their work. By allowing purchase from normal and accessible forms of payment, the NFTs become more popular in the mainstream.
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Lahore, February 28, 2022: – OPPO recently launched its latest family of flagship smartphones, the Find X5 Series, marking another decisive step into the high-end market for the leading smartphone brand. The new addition to the Find X Series is the first smartphone series to be powered by OPPO’s MariSilicon X imaging NPU and other industry-leading features. With its futuristic design, seamless ceramic back panel, and premium International Warranty Service, every aspect of the Find X5 Series has been tailored to deliver the best possible user experience.
“At OPPO INNO DAY 2021, we announced our brand proposition of ‘Inspiration Ahead’, defining our commitment to constantly redraw the boundaries of the smartphone experience to make life better for everyone, regardless of the challenges and uncertainties faced,” said William Liu, Vice President and President of Global Marketing at OPPO. “With the Find X5 Series, we have raised the bar for flagship smartphones in terms of style and performance, while never stopping in our exploration of new possibilities.”
Taking the end-to-end smartphone experience to the next level
The OPPO Find X5 Series raises the bar for flagship smartphone performance across the board with OPPO’s best-ever technology, product experience, and customer service.
MariSilicon X — OPPO’s recently-unveiled self-designed imaging NPU — makes its debut on the Find X5 Series. The NPU and its advanced in-house algorithms, including AINR, deliver a leap in computational photography performance. With MariSilicon X, the Find X5 Series is the first flagship smartphone series capable of capturing clear 4K Ultra Night Video that can rival what is seen by the human eye. Following its long-held mission to bring both natural and professional colors to smartphone imaging, OPPO has joined hands with Hasselblad to bring its Natural Color Calibration to the Find X5 Series, empowering users to unlock more emotive moments.
Elsewhere, many of OPPO’s breakthrough innovations can be found on the Find X5 Series. OPPO’s upgraded 360° Smart Antenna 3.0 ensures stable connectivity, with greater signal strength and range than other models. The series also features enhanced Flash Charging technology for faster charging, while a multi-tier cooling system ensures smooth overall performance and efficient dissipation.
Beyond the phone itself, OPPO has turned its attention to the entire customer experience. Find X5 Series owners will have access to OPPO’s premium International Warranty Service, which can be used at over 2,500 service centers in 62 countries and regions worldwide.
A standout flagship, driven by OPPO’s human-centric insights
Guided by OPPO’s brand mission “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, the Find X5 Series represents OPPO’s pursuit of human-centric product features and designs aimed at improving the day-to-day lives of its users.
The design of the Find X5 Series reflects every aspect of the user experience. Built with advanced manufacturing technology, the curved and continuous ceramic back panel is anti-fingerprint and comfortable to hold while also providing greater protection and heat dissipation.
OPPO’s thoughtful consideration of its users is also manifested in ColorOS 12.1, which includes features such as the O Relax digital relaxation suite and Color Vision Enhancement for those who perceive color differently or have color vision impairments.
With the new Find X5 Series, OPPO is breaking new ground in technological innovation and human-centric user experience in the high-end market while sticking to its core values — a trait that OPPO will maintain as it continues to explore new possibilities in technology and products that help make life better for users worldwide.
President & CEO U Microfinance Bank Limited (U Bank) Mr. Kabeer Naqvi and President & CEO MCB Bank Limited (MCB) Mr. Shoaib Mumtaz signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) of a strategic partnership to promote financial inclusion in the country.
This collaboration between the institutions will establish a long-term, stable, and mutually beneficial strategic partnership. This strategic partnership creates a platform for strengthening U Bank’s capability to provide a comprehensive range of banking services and promote various forms of cooperation including medium to long term Debt Finance, Housing Finance, Microfinance Funding, and various other funding options.
Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Kabeer Naqvi, President & CEO of U Bank said, ”We are delighted to enter into this partnership with MCB, with whom U Bank has collaborated on a number of successful syndications in past years. This partnership will help stimulate U Bank’s financial inclusion agenda and help the underserved segments of the country. Furthermore, this will allow us to create efficient synergies with both entities to design and introduce innovative financing solutions.”
President & CEO of MCB Mr. Shoaib Mumtaz said, “We appreciate our relationship with U Bank and look forward to further strengthening our engagement with them to promote financial inclusion. Facilitating housing credit to low-income segments is a major priority of both the Government and the banking industry and we look forward to working in tandem with industry leaders to deliver quality services and financial solutions to the masses.”
The ceremony was held at MCB Bank’s Head Office with representation by senior management of both institutions. From MCB, Mr. Muhammad Nauman Chughtai – Group Head Risk Management Group, Mr. Salman Zaidi – Group Head Treasury & FX, Mr. Hammad Khalid – Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Shahzad Ishaq – Group Head Consumer & Digital Banking, Ms. Natasha Ahmed – Head Corporate North, Ms. Maziya Hussain – Division Head Marketing and Ms. Aqsa Omer Khan – Department Head Corporate Banking attended the ceremony. Ms. Mariam Pervaiz – Chief Commercial Officer & Chief of Staff, Ms. Ambreen Malik – Chief Business Officer & Chief Digital Officer, Mr. Farooq Kamran – Chief Corporate & Investment Banking, Mr. Mohsin Aslam – Head Budgeting Planning & Corporate Finance, Mr. Syed Muhammad Omer – Head of Business Analytics, Liabilities and Ms. Madiha Latif – Assistant Manager Corporate Finance represented U Bank.
Aamir Liaquat has taken a dig at his first wife yet again, and the post is going viral on social media for all the wrong reasons.
Aamir Liaquat’s Latest Post
If there is one thing Aamir Liaquat is good at, it is how to stir controversy again his ex-wives. The TV host has been at it time and again ever since he got married for the second time to Tuba Anwar. Recently, he posted a picture on his social media calling out his first wife for sharing a hashtag with her son’s name.
“My son #ahmedaamirsonofaamir, but you will not see this hashtag because his mother grew up with this tag #ahmedaamirsonofbushraaamir. Now you can imagine the mental creation. No one in this world can claim that ‘she is Hazrat Maryam’ without man. Women cannot be able to be called herself a ‘Mother’. That’s all.” He captioned the post.
The statement isn’t just insensible but also wrong on so many levels. Being an Islamic scholar, how can someone use an Islamic occasion to compare it to their misery? Moreover, women all over the world who are single and raising kids are doing it all without a man in their lives. So, apparently, it isn’t impossible.
The MNA and popular host have two children with his first wife, Syeda Bushra. At the same time, the kids have asked the public to refrain from commenting on their personal lives.
What are your thoughts on the above statement? Let us know in the comments below.
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Islamabad, 28 February 2022 – Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator, and the largest internet and broadband service provider invested PKR 13.9 billion under its ‘4G for all ambition’ during 4Q21. Jazz’s total customer base grew by 9.2% YoY to 72.6 million including 35.0 million 4G subscribers and approximately 1,500 additional 4G sites were added during the last twelve months.
Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz, said, “Under our digital operator strategy, we are pursuing a three-pronged approach; expanding the outreach and capacity of our 4G network specially in semi-urban and rural areas with consistent investment; strengthening our digital services portfolio to serve as our customers’ digital lifestyle partner; and driving financial inclusion with Pakistan’s leading fintech JazzCash. The growing engagement levels on our digital platforms, and the fact that nearly half of the industrywide 4G subscriptions in 2021 were contributed by Jazz, validate our customer-centric operating model.”
Pakistan’s leading fintech JazzCash, witnessed a strong growth reaching 15.2 million (+24.9% YoY) monthly active users, and 105,000 active agents. JazzCash also introduced a unique digital-first shopping experience, AlaCart, on its mobile app, allowing users to purchase products and pay using their JazzCash accounts.
Jazz’s self-care app, Jazz World, continued to enjoy strong levels of customer adoption, monthly active user base reaching 9.8 million customers. Other streaming and entertainment platforms such as Jazz TV, Bajao, Jazz Cricket, and Deikho, also enjoyed further growth as their monthly usage increased by multiple times YoY.
While the metaverse, bitcoin, and NFT are all the rage, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it is for you. Until and unless you understand what is about, these terms certainly are not to be played around with. And if you plan to dive into the world extensive research is needed. However, a Pakistani brand didn’t seem to understand the market behind metaverse as they name their latest collection.
Bareeze has launched its spring/summer ready-to-wear collection 2022. The line features kurta in the perfectly curated color palatte with modern silhouettes. However, the campaign’s design and name seem very irrelevant and do not even begin to make sense.
The collection is launched under the name ‘Metaverse Ready.’ While the metaverse is a buzz word it doesn’t mean it sits well with everything.
Brands like Gucci, Nike, and Adidas have hopped on the trend to open their outlets in the metaverse. It is uncommon for a Pakistani brand to do the same but if Bareeze is moving in the same direction then they better hurry. However, if this is just an attempt to create a viral marketing campaign then they sure have succeeded.
Netizens have been wondering if Bareeze knows what metaverse means which is quite impossible. At the same time, comments are pouring in that how the brand is just being plain stupid in the name of creativity.
“It is simply a copy put together to seem relevant with no contextual understanding. Either that or it is just a very vague way of launching a collection called metaverse.” One user wrote.
The 3D virtual world has caused quite a stir on social media. However, even the people who talk about it almost don’t even understand the concept clearly. It isn’t just a fancy term used for clout, it is a whole new world and the ones who understand it only can benefit from it the most.
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The realme 9i’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 Processor allows for a faster, smoother user experience along with a 90Hz refresh rate display. The 50MP AI Triple Camera comes with multiple tools to help you capture the perfect shot! Watch the full review to find out what else the realme 9i has to offer!
WBM Care – a globally recognized US-based brand launches in PSL 2022. Headquartered in Flemington NJ, WBM Care is a sub-brand under WBM Group of Companies. It was established in 2008 as a natural and organic personal care brand holding an extensive list of distinctive products. Initially, the goal was to include the benefits of Himalayan Pink Salt in most of the product lines. Brand’s slogan ‘Care from Nature’ indicates the product’s manufacturing as natural and organic. After receiving great admiration in the USA, Europe, China, and other 100+ countries, WBM Care Personal Care Products now has shifted the direction towards Pakistan.
As a sub-brand of WBM Group, WBM Care also yearn for complete customer satisfaction. The slogan – “Quality is our Passion with a 100% money-back guarantee” similarly vows for quality products and services.
Over the years, WBM Care has expanded its product range from the basic Liquid Hand Wash to a complete series of body, hair, and skincare products. Today, the brand includes more than 100 products under its roof. The brand is driven by the mission to provide the best and most natural solutions to skin, body, and hair-related concerns. It minimizes the harsh chemicals infusion as much as possible.
“Nature has a solution to every problem”, says CEO, WBM Care.
“There is nothing nature cannot resolve. You just have to think a little different”, he adds.
WBM Care products hold worldwide recognition. The major product categories include daily care, skincare, body care, hair care, baby care, home care, personal hygiene and much more.
WBM Care personal product selection includes daily use tissues holding a premium and soft texture. The Hand Sanitizers effectively fulfill hygiene purposes with their natural and safe composition. Body Care and Hair Care selection incorporates natural botanical extracts and Himalayan pink salt. This nurturing mix optimizes the due levels of nutrients in the skin and hair. Hand Creams and Body Lotions leave the skin feeling deeply nourished. WBM Care reaches all aspects of personal care to cure everything the natural way. Besides, the brand keeps Himalayan Pink Salta as a key ingredient in all the products. Recalling the history of the company, Pink Salt was the thing that marked the history of WBM Group. It performed and fulfilled the role to present Himalayan Pink Salt to the world in the most innovative ways.
“Our brand hold’s the promise of quality close to the heart. There is not a single event in the whole life cycle of the product that one can doubt of quality”, says Quality Control Expert at WBM Care.
The skincare regimen by W-Beauty has a natural basis, keeping a major focus on botanical extracts. This segment covers all the skincare products and focuses majorly on more than 50% of Pakistan’s population – ‘Women’.The product range revolves around providing the best and safest products. It broadly covers Facial Creams, Cleansers, Toner, Moisturizers, Serums, Wipes, Beauty Tools and much more. The innovative technology and unique ingredients blend to deliver this exceptionally distinctive product line.
WBM Baby Care – a personal care brand for babies –stands out in the market holding the label of being the safest and purest quality of baby care products. The brand keeps in mind that babies and their bodies are vulnerable to even the slightest external alteration. To cut down the struggle of mothers and satisfy them with their concerns, WBM Baby Care is presented in the name of safety and trust. The brand keeps its complete product range in close connection with nature. Plant-derived ingredients ensure the product’s premium and natural fabrication.
Who doesn’t want a clean home with the least effort involved? W Home – pledges that you will love and adore every corner of your home. The purpose of the brand is to provide a complete range of household products. These aim to be the most efficient, innovative, and effortless products of the time. Major categories revolve around cleaning tools, dishwashers, laundry, detergents, and so on. Again, the brand keeps the promise of presenting the safest home solutions for you.
“Our W Home product range helps you make your House a Home” CEO WBM Group.
All WBM Care products ensure ecological sustainability and health. The zero-waste model of product manufacturing and distribution keeps everything in accordance with the principles of sustainability. Following the 3R approach, the WBM Group tries to keep it all minimal in terms of packaging and pressure towards the planet. The materials used in manufacturing are responsibly sourced even without a negligible ecological impact. The distribution chain is considerably narrowed down. The transparency between manufacturer and consumer ensures the quality and sustainability of the products. The packaging material is minimized at every life cycle phase. Major packaging types are Craft Packaging, Glass Jars, Reusable and Biodegradable PlasticContainers. All of these appreciably reduce the overall ecological footprint.
WBM Foundation – a non-profit organization – collaborates with WBM Group of companies to work for the greater cause i.e., ‘to ensure environmental health for present and future generation’.
“Whatever we offer our mother nature, it gives us back. If we give nature care and love, we get back the same. If we do otherwise, we get nothing but loss”, says the Head of WBM Foundation.
All the ingredients linked with the product are rigorously tested for being safe and secure. WBM Care is one of the few brands in the world that holds the maximum number of certifications all along. Major ones include Natural, Responsibly Sourced, Dermatologically Tested, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, FDA, PSQCA, USDA Organic, Vegan, Non-GMO, Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free, SLS-Free, Paraben-Free, RoHS, MSDS and so on. All of these notable documentation stands out for the product’s nobility and excellence.
WBM Care joins hands with the most well-recognized retailers around the world. Amazon, Walmart, Sam’s Choice, Walgreen, Kroger, etc. are the few major ones. In Pakistan, WBM Care catches all the limelight in the most notable e-commerce marketplaces. Daraz, Airlift, OLX, and GrocerApp are significant to name. Authentic and reliable payment methods are available for customers’ convenience.
Apple is working on a foldable iPad/MacBook hybrid with a large 20-inch display. Mark Gurman, a reporter with an impressive track record reports the news.
The tech giant is looking at the idea of making a dual-screen, foldable MacBook/iPad hybrid that would use “one side of the display serving as a virtual keyboard,” according to Gurman’s unnamed source.
Without the virtual keyboard, the device would perform like a giant iPad that can be folded for greater portability, or when one half of the display offers sufficient space for the user to perform their desired task.
The iPad/MacBook Hybrid
The next foldable device of Apple will be an iPad and iMac hybrid that will help in the portability of a massive display for users’ needs. The device would most likely stow or fold into the size of a 10-inch iPad, which is the regular size of its classic variant, and would unfold to a massive display of as much as 20 inches like the iMac.
However, it is yet unknown if the display will be a Mac or an iPad with a touch screen.
According to the sources, the anticipated device will not be released anytime soon. Since the projected time frame is later than 2025, the device could come out in 2026 or 2027.
Gurman reports that iPad/MacBook hybrid might be released at around the same time as the Apple car and Apple AR glasses. Fans are advised to wait for more updates about these gadgets.
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It’s a new year, and people are hungry for more Apple gadgets. Fear not, Cupertino will likely not disappoint in that arena; rumors point to a March event with a refreshed iPhone and iPad, as well as upgraded MacBooks.
Apple has held an event in the Spring of each year for a good long time now. Its early-year events have become a key part of its yearly product release cycle.
The rumored date for the Apple Spring event is March 8, this comes according to noted high-profile insider Mark Gurman. Mark Gurman is the authority on Apple’s plans, so if anyone knows when this event will take place before the official announcement, it will be him.
Spring Apple Event
The event is expected to at least include the announcement of updated versions of the iPhone SE and the iPad Air.
The new iPhone SE has been repeatedly rumored to look the same as the iPhone SE from 2020. It looks very similar to the iPhone 8, but it will add the A15 Bionic chip, an improved rear camera, and 5G connectivity.
The new iPad Air is also expected to feature a newer A-series chip and 5G connectivity, with no major design changes. At least one new Mac with Apple-designed chips could also be introduced at the event. Meanwhile, the rumors have suggested that this might be the Mac mini.
The iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 updates may be tied to the March event and the launch of new devices, so it is plausible that the update could be released in the first half of March.
The March event won’t see the launch of the iPhone 14. We’ll have to wait until September for that. Next month’s event will focus on an update to Apple’s budget smartphone, the iPhone SE.
The March event is expected to be streamed digitally only, rather than be held with an in-person audience. Instead of the other Apple events that have taken place over the past two years. It will likely be followed later this year by WWDC, where Apple will introduce new software, and several keynote events later in the year.
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