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Wait, Did Intel Just Leak Windows 11 Release Date?

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Tech companies often rely on big reveals as a marketing strategy. Apple is known for robust reveals and so is Samsung. When a new graphics card is on its way, a lot of hype is created around it. However, it can be different for every tech product. In recent news, it seems that Windows 11 release date might have been leaked.

While this may seem like a mistake, it must just be deliberate. Companies are known to leak information based on creating more hype. If a piece of info finds itself on the market, people will hunt for more. This causes more traffic and activity related to the product itself. So, how did Microsoft manage to let leak a piece of critical information? Let us dive further into the details.

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Windows 11 Leak:

If you are someone who follows tech news, you must have heard about Windows 11. It is one of the most recent anticipated things about Microsoft. The company has been making a steady rise since its advent. It now identifies as one of the biggest tech companies out there. However, even such big companies can have holes in their security, as this news tells us.

It seems that a report was released on the upcoming windows updates. This included updates for the existing Windows 10. However, it also included an update for the upcoming Windows 11. The document said that the Windows 11 update will roll out in ’21/H2′. The ‘H2’ indicates that this is going to be in the second half of 2021. After much consideration, people came to the conclusion that the month might just be October. Yes, the product will hit the computer and laptop screens by Halloween.

Anticipating New Windows

It is always fun to be able to experience new stuff in the tech domain. It is quite possible that upcoming laptops and desktop PCs will incorporate Windows 11. However, there may still be time before Windows 10 users are able to upgrade. If you want to check out the new windows early, you can go in for an early build of the software.

We hope that windows is not too buggy and gives a good experience to the user. How a user navigates and handles the update is something that matters quite a lot. We will inform you of more information as we are made welcome to it so keep in touch. For now, let us bask in the information that Windows 11 is just a handful of months away!

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King Of Charity To Focus On Pakistani Charitable Organizations

The cryptocurrency market is one of the hottest markets across the globe today. While many countries have endorsed the importance of cryptocurrencies, some countries are still behind in the race. Pakistan is among the list of countries that are far behind in acknowledging the use and importance of crypto trading on the state level. However, some recent developments have shown that youngsters and business communities are taking a lot of interest in investing in this side.

Leaving this piece of information aside, there is a piece of much bigger news for Pakistan’s crypto enthusiasts today. Few devs have jolted down plans to support countries like Pakistan with charity crypto. It’s worth mentioning that HOPE is a know charity crypto that is helping people in the west but none of these crypto projects are working for countries like Pakistan.

King of Charity, is a newly launched token that has mentioned Pakistan in their whitepaper along with few other MENA Countries.

King Of Charity Token

The primary idea behind this concept is to not only support the charity organizations operating in MENA regions but also encourage the practice of giving away a fraction of hope to save lives.

How Does It Work?

Every time an individual will buy the token, 4% of the transaction value will go to the charity division. While 2% of the transaction value will go to the marketing fund of the token at the same time. This way, a total of 4% transaction value per transaction will circulate and add to the charity net across the focused countries.

Charity Organizations

The King Of Charity token will circulate the charity amounts among the top 5 known charitable organizations of each country. For now, they have announced Pakistan as their area of interest.

For more information on How to buy King of Charity, you can visit their website KOC.LIFE

Suzuki Cultus Vs KIA Picanto – Which One Would You Buy?

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The world of automobiles is taking quite a turn in Pakistan. Brands are entering the country with swift speed and local production is going high. Companies like Suzuki and KIA are trying their best to appease the audience. Due to the new auto policy 2021, there is going to be a major change in car prices. Vehicles like Suzuki Cultus and Alto are sure to see a price change.

Just like that, Kia Picanto is going through some price changes too. Many people are looking to buy these cars and they want the best one. Of course, it depends a lot on the person’s preference. However, there are some features that put one over the other. Today, we take a look at a friendly comparison between Suzuki Cultus and Kia Picanto.

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Suzuki Cultus

Available in more than 5 colours, there is a lot to explore on this vehicle. Suzuki Cultus saw a change in design and variety after 2018. It was then that the vehicle entered into a new era of rebirth. It falls in the 1000cc category, which means the auto policy affects it greatly. There are currently three variants on the market,

  • VXR, Manual
  • VXL, Manual
  • Auto Gear Shift

Read more: Hyundai Elantra Vs Proton Saga – A Friendly Comparison

Of course, as you go towards more ease of drive, the price goes up too. With a city average of 18-19 km to the litre, this vehicle can be a good investment. The current prices of the variants are Rs.1,655,000 for the VXR, Rs.1,830,000 for the VXL. The Automatic variant is currently available at Rs.1,975,000.

KIA Picanto

Kia is one of the fastest rising brands in Pakistan. Almost everywhere you go, you see their Sportage being driven on the streets. Despite there being so many brands available, a lot of people are going for this one. Picanto is the compact release by Kia and it comes in two variants. Set at 1000cc, the variants are,

  • 1.0 Manual
  • 1.0 Automatic

Yes, it is quite as simple as whether you want automatic or manual. It all depends on the driving style and preference of the driver. The seats are comfortable and the vehicle can really prevent back pain on long drives. With a fuel average between 18-20 kilometres, it is sure to give you a run for the money. This can be a good investment over the long term. The manual variant costs about Rs.1,781,000 and the automatic is Rs.1,922,000.

The Verdict:

While the Suzuki Cultus may give more room for selection, Kia runs ahead in its features too. Both of the vehicles are in tough competition and it all boils down to the driver. We recommend that you test both vehicles before making a decision. After all, buying a car can be a whole ritual on its own.

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Sehat Kahani’s Ceo & Cofounder Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram Selected As One Of The Five Awardees For The Global 2021 We Empower Un Sdg Challenge

KARACHI – The WE Empower UN SDG Challenge – a global business challenge led in partnership by Vital Voices Global Partnership and Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at ASU –  announced the five social entrepreneurs selected, amongst them was Sehat Kahani’s CEO & Co-Founder Dr. Sara Saeed Khurram.

Each entrepreneur was selected on the basis that they lead an enterprise committed to advancing one or more of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals, and leverage their businesses to push for progress in their communities. The opportunity recognizes entrepreneurs for their ground-breaking work. As Awardees, the five women leaders will participate in capacity-building training sessions, connect with renowned business experts from around the world and gain access to Vital Voices’ global network of more than 18,000 women leaders across 182 countries and territories. The WEEmpower Awardees will also participate in a dynamic pitch competition, hosted by philanthropist, activist and Vital Voices Board Member Diane von Furstenberg, to present their business for the opportunity to receive a $20,000 grant.

The WE Empower UN SDG Challenge aims to invest in the most inspiring and transformational women entrepreneurs – providing unique trainings, capacity building, a network of their peers, visibility and credibility for their work – and ignite awareness of the valuable contribution women entrepreneurs can make to the SDGs and the world’s greatest challenges. The program is led in partnership by Vital Voices and Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory at ASU, and supported by Bank of America, Bank of Montreal (BMO), Diane von Furstenberg, GroYourBiz, Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve & Garden, Mary Kay, Oxford University Said Business School, P&G, Salesforce, UN Foundation and the World Bank.

Alyse Nelson, President and CEO of Vital Voices.

“Over the past year, we have seen women leaders emerge out of the most extraordinary circumstances. In the midst of a global pandemic, women have spearheaded front-line efforts to reverse the effects of climate change, combat gender-based violence, diversify legislative assemblies, and lead the way in the fight against the pervasive impacts of Covid-19. We must recognize the women who, in the face of adversity, never stray from their mission to empower and improve the lives of others,” said Alyse Nelson, President and CEO of Vital Voices. “It is my honor to congratulate this year’s five WE Empower Awardees. These incredible women have demonstrated tenacity, innovation and compassion that are cornerstones of the Vital Voices leadership model. I am confident that our investment in their for-purpose businesses will not only improve their communities, but the world as a whole.”

Amanda Ellis, ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Lab and former UN Ambassador.

“The WE Empower UN SDG Challenge awardees are leading exemplars of sustainability, connectivity and inclusion in business, solving the world’s big problems through the planet and people-friendly business models,” said Amanda Ellis, ASU Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Lab and former UN Ambassador. “As the Covid-19 pandemic has disproportionately negatively impacted women, and women entrepreneurs still face over 1600 discriminatory laws globally preventing them from doing business on the same basis as their male counterparts, ASU Global Futures is so proud to herald the tenacity, innovation and achievements of WE Empower awardees. This outstanding group of WE Empower trailblazers embody Melinda Gates’ reminder: ‘Women are not just victims of a broken world, they can be architects of a better one.’”

Jazz Successfully Rolls Out Massive MIMO Technology To Deliver Premium LTE Experience

Islamabad-July 16, 2021: Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator and the largest internet and broadband service provider, has made a major innovative headway by becoming the country’s first operator to commercially rollout Massive MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) technology. This technological advancement helps enhance network capacities, benefitting customers through increased network coverage as well as higher data speeds and better user experience.

MIMO is conventionally a wireless technology that uses makes use of multiple transmitters and receivers to transfer more data at the same time while Massive MIMO takes a leap forward to supercharge MIMO with large number of transmitters and receivers (32TR, 64TR) and is regarded as a key 5G technology enabler.

Massive MIMO pushes 4G to limits comparable to 5G and is generally regarded as a 4.9G technology. A Dual-Band Massive MIMO solution is leveraging existing infrastructure and spectrum to fulfill the users’ extensive data capacity demands.

Jazz believes that investment in technologies like Massive MIMO foster innovation and digitization to enable the delivery of more advanced services. An aggressive rollout campaign for the technology is already underway, bringing major throughput and capacity gains in the network. Jazz has achieved peak throughput of 960Mbps in commercial deployment carried out across eight handsets simultaneously connected to a single Massive MIMO cell site.

Jazz Chief Technology Officer, Khalid Shehzad said, “We see that our customers are increasingly using high-bandwidth applications which resultantly puts pressure on existing network capabilities. Massive MIMO essentially allows us the freedom to provide more data at greater speeds, enabling our customers to use the enhanced services on their existing 4G devices. Network speeds will be faster than ever, which will significantly improve the end-user experience. Jazz is committed to developing an ecosystem that supports the government’s Digital Pakistan vision and the evolving technology needs of individuals and businesses.”

Jazz continues to ensure provision of high-speed connectivity to all facets of the society through various technology enhancements that optimize utilization of the available spectrum. In the past, Jazz has taken steps to future proof its network against the growing data demand by successfully launching 400G, 200G and 100G technologies on its long haul optical transport network and metro networks.

Careem Attracts Criticism As Its Bakra Salon Ad Goes Live

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A great marketing tactic is to cash on the ongoing trends, seasons, and events among other things. But the trick is to do it right. While a brand may be able to get it right most times, sometimes it is not perceived the way they intend. This situation is exactly what Careem Pakistan is in after their Bakra salon ad.

Careem Bakra Salon Ad

The Eid ul Azha centric ad went live yesterday evening. The moment, its notification must have pinged on my phone, your knee-jerk reaction would have had you look on the phone and then look away. A moment later you would have registered what you just read, and then, you looked again. Did the events transpire just like that, because it did for me?

Read more: Careem’s ‘Drone’ Food Delivery Is Raising Serious Questions

Did I find it weird? At the first glance, yes. But when you think about it, it’s not something that other-worldly. Almost everyone who goes to buy sacrificial animals gives them a funky makeover before taking them out into public. There is henna on the animals alongside bells, bracelets, and jewelry.

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With the service Careem is providing, the makeover artists come to the household. First of all, it is easier for animal owners. Moreover, because of COVID, everyone remains safe. The only strange part is where they call it a salon. Probably because humans frequent salons, they feel weird if this noun is shared with animals.

Read More: Eid ul Adha 2021: 7 Places To Book Your Sacrificial Animal Online

People respond to the promotional offer

There was a mixed response to this promotion. Some people were absolutely flabbergasted at this promotion. They were of the opinion that Qurbani or sacrifice should be given the respect it deserves. Meanwhile, there were others who said that this was just another offer that has a set target market. Giving an example of another such offer from last year, they said people do avail such offers.

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Like every issue, there are two opposing sides; one side finds it nonsensical while the other finds it not a big deal.

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Which side do you belong to? Do you like this promo? would you be the one availing it? Or do you find it disrespectful? But most importantly, who defines the scale for judging whether a trend is non-sensical or an on-point matter. Isn’t it all very subjective? And if this is the case, then why are we so intolerant of the happenings around us?

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Eid-ul-Azha 2021: 7 Ways You Can Slay Your Outfit In This Heat

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We look forward to Eid all year round. It’s safe to say the planning of outfits, trips to malls and putting together everything is more exciting than the event itself. However, most of our Eids have been in sweltering hot weather. Makeup can melt and clothes can stick. If that’s one of your concerns, keep reading!

1. Get Ready In Time

Getting ready can be chaotic too with all the work you have to do to host guests. Best tip? Finish everything earlier and leave the hour or two before guests’ arrival for getting ready. This way your outfit and makeup will remain intact at the right time.

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2. Sweat Control Tricks

Phitkari is a natural salt that helps control sweat naturally. Make sure you use it on Eid days to especially control your sweat. Keep a blotting paper nearby to wipe the oil off your face. Sweat control means you get to slay in your outfit despite the heat!

Read more: 7 Best Loose Powders For An Oil-Free Look This Eid

3. Keep The Dupatta At Bay

Find a way to style your dupatta effectively. Simply draping it in front only adds a huge new layer to your outfit which can make you feel hotter. Go for the loop from the back of the drape on one shoulder to look fashionable without feeling hot.

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4. Prioritise Comfort

We’d all like to break into our new heels with our Eid outfit. However, due to the heat and for the sake of slaying your outfit, hold onto it. Opt for flats or some fancy khussas to complete your look. When you’re at ease, you’re more confident.

5. Accessorize Minimally

Accessorising minimally will help your outfit shine through while also helping you feel breezy. Go for minimal earrings and a bracelet or simply kaanch ki chooriyan to complete the look.

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6. Hairdo Sorted

Avoid curling your hair and straightening them. It’s incredibly hot and your hair will become even more frizzy. Nobody wants that! Plus, open hair makes you feel hotter and we all want to avoid that. Go for a nice braided hairstyle or an updo that complements your outfit.

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7. Keep The Slip Strategic

Does your outfit require you to wear a slip underneath? If yes, do not opt for regular polyester camisoles. Instead, get a pure lawn camisole available at any market and dye it your outfit’s colour. Doing this will ensure you don’t feel like you’re in hell in your eid outfit. The end result? Total slaying in the Eid outfit.

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Hajj 2021: Do You Know What Happens To Old The ‘Ghilafe-e-Kaaba?

Hajj 2021: Do You Know What Happens To Old 'Ghilafe-e-Kaaba?
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The ‘kiswa’ or otherwise known as Ghilafe-e-Kaaba, is that piece of brocade that covers the Holy Kaaba. The annual replacement of the kiswa is one of the essential pilgrimage highlights and is done on 9 Zil-Haj, marking the second day of Hajj.

The History Of Kiswa 

After the conquest of Makkah in the ninth Hijri year, the Prophet (PBUH) covered the Kaaba in Yemeni clothes as he performed his farewell pilgrimage. This was the first time the Kaaba was covered, and it marked the beginning of the ritual.

Read more: Hajj 2021: Breathtaking Pictures & Videos Live From Saudi Arabia

The choice of color for the Kiswa is black, which was the optimal choice since it is practical or long-lasting. However, the previous colors include red, green, and white. The choice of color was based on the financial means in every era. The financial means of the different ages were one of the most critical factors in the fabric and the color choice for the kiswa.

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Previously, kiswa was made in Egypt and Yemen as the kings of these territories took turns. However, as soon as the political dispute was raised, kiswa’s production in Makkah began.

Muslim kings and sultans continued to cover the Kaaba and kept taking care of it. However, it was not until the Saudi era, the Ghilafe-e-Kaaba started receiving significant attention.

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The Makeup Of Ghilafe-e-Kaaba

The parts of the kiswa are the most sacred and holy objects in Islamic art. The fabric is adorned with Islamic verses written with the help of 220 kg of gold and silver threads. The material consists of 670 kilograms of pure black silk, which covers approximately 658 sqm. It takes 137 workers around eight months to create the Kiswa align with heavy machinery and technology, which is upgrading simultaneously.

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What Happens To Old Ghilafe-e-Kaaba?

As soon as the Ghilaf is removed,  it undergoes an evaluation to minimize any damage done by the bacteria or chemicals. It stays in a warehouse before processing further. If granted, the kiswa is distributed as gifts to different museums and given to specific individuals visiting foreign Muslim dignitaries and organizations.

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This Madrassa Teacher Treating His Students Right Is Going Viral

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Every now and then, we come across disturbing news about our surroundings. Sometimes, it is a mother who gets raped in front of her children, while other times, it is a female celebrity who gets harassed by a mufti. That said, even the boys are not safe. Not too long ago, a teenage boy was molested by his Madrassa teacher. In this troubling world, a feel-good video went viral that will refresh you to the core.

Madrassa teacher – viral video

In this video, you can see a madrassa teacher with a number of students studying on the floor all around him. At first glance, it seems that he is hitting them. But looking closely, you see that he is actually fanning them as they study. As you watch it, you can’t help but smile.

Here’s the video:

Not only is it sweet but also admirable. The madrassa teacher prioritizes the room full of students instead of fanning himself. Considering, we have seen the inclination of madrassa teachers satisfying their desires and not caring about their students, this teacher is surely setting a great example.

Read More: Child Molester Madrasa Cleric Confesses To Allegations

Reception of the video

The reception has been amazing for this video because it is like a breath of fresh air for most people. Instead of triggering videos of a Mufti molesting his teenage student (yes, the entire video went viral), when you see teachers not exploiting their position, it feels nice. Moreover, the video shows that the teacher is qualified for the title; he owns the responsibility that comes with it.

Teachers play a very important role in grooming the students. As our culture is, when it’s the time for a certain teacher to teach, they come to class, dispense a lecture on the subject, and leave. It is their responsibility to educate the students in a way that inculcates not only critical thinking in the students but also makes them better people.

This video is the perfect reminder of it.

Hopefully, such incidences of kindness will continue spamming our social media walls. It feels good whenever we get to see such light instances going viral.

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“Get Off Instagram!” – Yashma Gill Loses Her Cool On Internet Trolls

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Yashma Gill just ranted against the vicious internet trolls on Ahsan Khan’s shows. What is agreeable and what isn’t, you’ll have to find out!

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The Conundrum

The usual situation which arises when a celebrity post a picture of themselves is strange. They will be enjoying their lifestyle, their likes and dislikes and will share it on social media. A naysayer and an internet troll casually scrolling by will decide to come and protest against it.

Read more: Humaima Malick Dancing On Ahsan Khan’s Show Time Out Is Raising Eyebrows

Questioning the celebrity’s style of clothing, sitting, breathing and living. Some comments are particularly nasty and personal which also encourage others to do the same.

Yashma Gill’s Thoughts On The Situation

Gill went off about this on Ahsan Khan’s show. She has had enough of the hypocrisy of internet trolls and also their courage to say whatever comes to mind. Passionately speaking, Yashma Gill says, “if you don’t like it, just don’t see it”. Why do you have to deliberately focus on something you do not like? Simply move past it. Forcefully seeing it and taking your anger out on the celebrity is wrong. 

Hypocrisy

Yashma Gill has also had enough with the hypocrisy of these trolls. She said many cill comments on your clothes or your behaviour etc. However, if you go and see their DPS, you will not find something very different. Why be so cruel and hateful towards celebrities then?

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Moreover, Gill also had a very important piece of advice to give. “Get off Instagram!”. She wants to say to the trolls that if you really hate what you see on Instagram, simply leave the app. “Why are you on the app to begin with? To see girls’ photos?”

Does She Have A Point? 

Yashma Gill has hit the nail on the head with this rant. It is totally understandable how she is intolerant of these comments and behaviour now provided that she deals with it on a daily basis. It can not be easy to put up with nasty comments day in and day out.

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What she said has weight to it: if someone doesn’t like what a celebrity has posted, unfollow them! Why take out the time to write something mean? Unfollowing what is disliked and distancing from ‘haram’ content can actually ensure they have a better life too. At the end of the day, it’s live and let live.

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Hajj 2021: Breathtaking Pictures & Videos Live From Saudi Arabia

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Hajj is the most auspicious time for all Muslims around the globe. Every year, people pray to be one of the shortlisted who can go for Hajj. Not only is it expensive, however, but because of COVID, Hajj 2021 has also become inaccessible for millions.

Hajj in the past

This year (2021) and the last (2020) witnessed a very small number of Hajis because of COVID restrictions. Last year, only 10,000 people were allowed to perform Hajj. And this year, the number has only gone up to 60,000. This is a very small number if you compare it to the usual Hajj crowd, which would easily come up to a few million.

Read More: Hajj 2021: Must-Have Guidance Apps You Should Check Out

Viral tweets from Hajj 2021

Ever since Hajj 2021 proceedings began, Muslims, who are not a part of the event, are virtually following it through the stills and videos shared on Twitter.

The most amazing moment that has the viewers saying MashaAllah is the moment of Ghilaaf e kaaba change. As the old kiswa (as the ghilaaf is called) falls down and the new one takes its place, you can’t help but admire the people who have the good luck of participating in this.

Read More: Could Hajj 2021 Be The Most Expensive For Pakistanis?

Instead of millions going for Hajj this year, only a few thousand make their way to the Kaaba. As we pray for being selected next year-round, let’s ensure that we follow all COVID SOPs so that the pandemic nears the end, and the restrictions lift in Saudi Arabia.

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Floods In Germany Wreak Havoc Killing People & Destroying Infrastructure

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Tragedies, one after the other, keep striking the world. After the pandemic, the forest fire, the rat infestation, and whatnot, there are floods in Germany now. The flood has been, for a lack of a better word, disastrous. It has left numerous dead, infrastructures in ruins, and many people are still missing.

Floods In Germany

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As the water struck the German cities with full force, it created huge ditches in the middle of the road. Not to mention, how the streets were covered with fast-flowing water, restricting movement. Due to this, numerous people were unable to get to safety. In the pictures surfacing, it is clear that they sought refuge in hurry at any high altitude they could find, in hopes that ‘their’ building would not be swept with the water.

Read more: Karachi Floods: Situation Worsens as Heavy Rains Continue!

As we compiled a list of videos and pictures of the affected areas, we were left with goosebumps wondering how people would have navigated life in those few days. They must have experienced fear of the unknown; how much water would flood the house, would the house floor give way, or maybe a ditch is formed in the center of their abode.

Videos and pictures of Germany reshared on social media

The people stuck, started making videos and shared them on social media. Those videos began going viral. We have compiled the videos that will jerk you awake at the tragedy of the poor residents.

Flooded Rhineland Palatinate; Nicos Panoptikum shared a horrifying video of how you cannot see even a glimpse of land with all the water.

Breaking of a dam is the scariest for people living nearby.

This is the stuff of nightmare, surely.

Read more: Blind Baba Vanga And Her Mysterious Predictions For 2021

One thing that does not make sense, however, is that floods are not new for Germany. Then, why did their emergency alert system not work?

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Chinese Vaccine’s Efficacy Against COVID-19 Delta Variant

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New research shows that a COVID-19 vaccine, developed by a unit of China’s Chongqing Zhifei Biological Products, can reduce the chance of virus replication. However, there is a slight reduction in the delta variant as opposed to the previous variant.

Delta variant of the coronavirus spreads its wings while it takes over to affect a large sum of the population.

The infection rate of the delta virus is much high as compared to the former variant. This has led scientists to question the efficacy of vaccines and treatments against the new variant.

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The Results Of The Study

This study was done with serum samples from people vaccinated with Zhifei’s three-dose regimen. The results showed a 1.2-fold reduction in neutralizing effect compared with an older variant. However, the researchers mentioned that the data is limited and more research needs to be done to evaluate the results thoroughly. Moreover, the results from the phase three clinical trial are yet to be published.

Zhifei’s vaccine is approved for emergency use in china and Uzbekistan. The number of doses administered has now exceeded 100 million to date.

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Here Is Everything You Need To Know About The Delta Variant

1. More Contagious Then Previous Strains

Initially found in India and Britain, the delta strain was the culprit of third waves, leading to thousands of deaths in both territories. However, India faced a massive health crisis in light of the third wave of the virus. The exponential and quick growth rate has led it to the fastest and the fittest by WHO.

2. Unvaccinated People Are At High Risk

Delta seems to be impacting younger age groups more than previous variants. Younger people are more likely to get an infection since the older age groups are now receiving the vaccines.

3. Delta Can Lead To Hyperlocal Outbreaks

A low vaccinated area surrounded by a high vaccinated read can result in “hyperlocal outbreaks“. This can result in a large no of hotspot areas around the country.

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Kraft Launches A New Limited Edition Ice Cream Flavor

Twitter Reacts To A Newly Launched Mac And Cheese Ice-cream Flavor
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Cheese and ice cream are probably not the best of two combinations. But what if you found a cheese-flavored ice cream? Either you would barf at the thought of it, or you might be excited to try it. However, if you belong to the latter category, we have a piece of news for you.

A New Ice Cream Flavor 

Kraft, a food and beverage company, has partnered with Van Leeuwen for a limited edition mac and cheese ice cream flavor. Safe to say it is a limited-edition flavor, but the fact that the ice cream was sold out is still confusing. The company launched the flavor on July 14, on account of National Mac and Cheese Day. The flavor comes in a formulation of natural ingredients with no artificial flavors.

The companies “wanted to combine two of the most iconic comfort foods to create an ice cream with the unforgettable flavor of Kraft Macaroni & Cheese we all grew up with,” said Emily Violett, senior associate brand manager for Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, in a news release.

The Twitter Reacts 

Twitter was having a field day ever since the brand posted the new ice cream flavor news. The majority of the people were outraged at the idea. Some of them had very fiesty things to say; take a look.

Our thoughts exactly! 

While most of them did not have enough courage to try it, some even took this chance to fill up their carts and order a few pints. They definitely need some brownie points for their bravery. 

The Weird Concoction 

Mac and cheese is a portion of comfort food for when you are not sure what to eat, yet we, like everyone else, are no amused by the idea of a frozen dessert.

Let us know if you would like to try it in the comments below.

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5 Ways To Clean Your Makeup Brushes Without Any Hassle

5 Ways To Clean Your Makeup Brushes Without Any Hassle
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If you like makeup, then chances are, you own multiple makeup brushes to make your application smoother and flawless. But do you face the hassle of cleaning them every once in a while and have no idea what to do? Or are you tempted to buy one of those fancy cleaning tools so that you can make the process easier?

Well, do not worry because today, I’m sharing some hacks which will help you clean your brushes with minimal effort. But before we do that, let’s take a look at why you should be cleaning your brushes quite often.

How Often Should You Clean Your Brushes?

Well, as often as you use them. Even if you have your makeup brushes enclosed in a case miles away from the dirt, there is already so much bacteria and oil that tends to accumulate on it. That bacteria can often cause skin problems, including acne, which is not so welcoming. According to dermatologists, you should clean your brushes every 7-10 days. But sometimes it becomes a little bit difficult.

So, make sure to clean the brushes for liquid products often, which is once a week, and the brushes for powder and shadows every two weeks.

1. Use Makeup Wipes 

Since makeup wipes have now become outdated to be used on the fave thanks to the beloved oil cleansers, use these makeup wipes to clean your brushes to remove the leftover makeup after every use. This will lower the chances of dirt and bacteria accumulation and will allow you extra time between washes.

5 Ways To Clean Your Makeup Brushes Without Any Hassle
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2. Use A Dishwash Or Facewash Liquid 

Do not be alarmed with the word dishwasher liquid since it is a wash-off product, and it should not cause you any problem as long as you are rinsing the brushes properly. Just foam up the liquid on your hands, rub the brushes between your knuckles, repeat, and voila!

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3. Give Them A Bath

If you have some extra time, block that big tub of yours to give your brushes a warm bath. Mix some soap in the water and leave your brushes for an hour or so. This will melt off all the stubborn makeup from the brushes, making it easier for you to clean them off.

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4. Buy a Brush Cleaning Pad 

A brush cleaning pad is an easy to use and cheap tool if you do not want your hands to get irritated from all the rubbing. The ditches and spikes help clean each brush’s fiber while removing all the build-up makeup inside the brushes.

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5. Baby Shampoo

A straightforward way to clean up your makeup brushes is to dip them in a glass of baby shampoo for about 30 minutes. Rinse them with warm followed by cool water and pat dry. However, this can be used for only those relatively clean brushes and do not have much product buildup.

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Eid-ul-Azha 2021: 7 Breakfast Ideas You Need To Try

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Eid-ul-Azha 2021 is right around the corner and everyone is gearing up for the lunches, brunches, and dinners. If you, however, are unsure of what to cook for your family, here are the best ideas. These breakfast ideas are a must-try:

1. Raan Roast

Gone are the days (on Eid) when breakfast is a simple cup of chai. On Eid days, we eat like there’s no tomorrow, especially with mutton. One such dish that can knock your socks off is raan roast. 

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The trick for a soft and succulent leg roast is in the choice of meat. Opt for the leg of a younger goat as opposed to an older one, you won’t regret it!

2. Lamb Karahi Gosht

Karahi is the OG dish when it comes to Eid. Making a lamb or mutton Karahi definitely ups the game on Eid breakfasts because the flavour bomb is rich and addictive. Have it with naan and a lassi on the side.

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3. Mutton Kunna

Kunna has also been known as Matka gosht and it is a spectacular dish. The meaty rich flavour keeps you coming back for more. Having this in breakfast on Eid ul Azha 2021 will definitely make your day.

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4. Nihari

Nihari aka beef stew is one of the most popular desi breakfast dishes. We all know some people who would sacrifice their own lives for nihari in the breakfast with lassi. Nihari and kulcha in the morning is a luxury, don’t miss out!

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5. Kaleji Masala

A contentious dish but a popular one nonetheless. Kaleji masala has been said to be very light by many. The trick is to keep it soft and juicy and spices are supposed to take a backseat because the liver is so flavourful regardless. Go for it!

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6. Lassi with Camel Milk

Camel Milk has been said to have incredible nutritional value. Many desis enjoy camel milk on Eid by making a lassi with it. It’s saltier than regular milk so it is perfect for plain lassi. However, if you’re a sweet person, add more sugar to it.

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7. Beef Haleem

Haleem is also one of the most popular dishes for a heavy, Eid breakfast. It’s not too heavy but just as flavourful. For an Eid breakfast on Eid ul Azha 2021, make your haleem with beef and watch it become even more amazing.

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The options are endless, however, with these ideas you can host a breakfast people can remember for years!

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Bakra Eid 2021: 8 Edible Treats To Gift Your Loved Ones

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Bakra Eid is all about eating yummy treats. However, the real fun is in sharing those treats with your loved ones. Covid-19 may restrict us again from sharing happy times with our loved ones. But you can still make Eid joyful and warm by sending family and friends these edible treats as a gift.

1. Pie In The Sky

Pie Inn The Sky is known for its delicious cakes and desserts. Pictured here is their blueberry flavoured cake that can be the perfect addition to Bakra Eid feasts. What better than a 40% discount on Eid?!

 

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2. Lals Chocolates

Lals is the most renowned chocolatier in Pakistan. They manufacture their own chocolates in a range of flavours, all of which are equally delicious. Lals also has something for you on Eid. Their Eid hampers with chocolates and treats are the perfect gift on Bakra Eid.

 

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3. Mana’s Cookies

We all know a cookie or brownie lover in the family. Mana’s cookies are easily in the top 5 cookie businesses you can order from. Avail of their Eid packages already to gift your family and friends. 

 

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4. Ganache By Madiha

Ganache is one of the oldest and most famous places in Lahore for the best treats and desserts. Their cakes are a class apart and you get the same flavour in their cupcakes also. Have a look at their Eid range— it’s the best edible treat for Eid.

 

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5. Aleeha’s Pantry

A small business that packs big flavour, Aleeha’s pantry is a must-try on Eid. Her cupcakes and cakes taste incredible and the best part is their packaging! The Eid range at Aleeha’s pantry can be the perfect gift on Bakra Eid.

 

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6. The Teacake Co.

The teacake and company is a great option for edible treats on Bakra Eid. Their teacakes have a large fan following because of obvious reasons, they’re moist and flavourful. Aside from that, they also have dessert jars that are a perfect treat. Have a look.

 

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7. On The Table by Rabia

This is a great savoury option! A mezze box with hummus, pita chips and much more. Not everyone has a sweet tooth so this is another great edible treat to gift family and friends on Bakra Eid.

 

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8. Plate a Platter

Cheese platters are a great investment! Best things to gift to others as they come with a host of options and are perfect for snacking. An incredible option for savoury treats.

 

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Here’s How Your WhatsApp Account Can Be Suspended

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Social media has impacted human lives quite a lot. If you are a photographer, Instagram is the perfect place for you. If you wish to follow trending news or simply want to rant, Twitter is the place to be. Similarly, WhatsApp is used to communicate with loved ones through chat or call.

However, there are certain applications that can get your WhatsApp account suspended. If you have any of these installed on your phone, we urge you to reconsider and remove them. WhatsApp has a policy that these applications go against. It will automatically suspend your account if they are installed. The account will first be suspended and then removed completely.

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Whatsapp Suspension:

So, what exactly are these applications that we are making you aware of? Firstly, the social media platform, itself, encourages you to use the official version. WhatsApp versions made by third-party software and applications are not deemed alright. Since the applications are third-party, they do not follow protocols set forth by the official one.

So, if you are found with any of these counterfeit Whatsapp versions, your account will be suspended. The app itself shared a message with its users regarding this. Applications that violate their terms of service are highly dangerous for Whatsapp and the user. Some of these are,

  • Whatsapp Plus
  • GB Whatsapp

If your phone has these installed, we urge you to remove them as soon as possible. The company is cracking down on such software and they will not tolerate installations. WhatsApp does not endorse the use of these applications because one does not know what goes on behind the curtain. They may be stealing the user’s data and leaving them exposed to attacks.

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Security Measures:

We hope that you are able to stay away from such applications and not use them in any way. It would be an unpleasant moment if you find your account suspended. Additionally, after suspension, you must access your account only through the official version. If you don’t, your account could be removed permanently.

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Pakistan Receives Shipment Of COVID-19 Vaccine ‘AstraZeneca’ In Fight Against Pandemic

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Islamabad, July 17, 2021: Pakistan today received 1,236,000 doses of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca through COVAX.

COVAX, co-led by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), Gavi (the Vaccines Alliance), and the World Health Organization, is a global initiative that works with governments and manufacturers to ensure COVID-19 vaccines are available worldwide to both higher-income and lower-income countries.

Sameh Elfangary, Country President for GCC and Pakistan, AstraZeneca, said: “I was delighted to see the arrival of further doses ofCOVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca to Pakistan. This is wonderful news for the people of Pakistan. On behalf of AstraZeneca, I would like to thank our partners at COVAX for making this possible. All partners are working round the clock to ensure that as many COVID-19 vaccines can get to as many people as soon as possible. This milestone further demonstrates the value of governments, industry and others working together to fight against the pandemic.”

AstraZeneca is committed to providing the vaccine broadly and equitably across the globe, at no profit during the pandemic. COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca has helped to save tens of thousands of lives and prevent thousands of hospitalizations since the start of this year. To date, nearly 700 million doses have been released for supply to 170 countries worldwide, and AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine accounts for approximately 90% of COVAX supply to date, with more than 80 million doses released for supply to 127 countries.

Toyota Yaris – The Impressive Rise Through A Raging Pandemic

The pandemic has certainly slowed down a lot of things, which includes businesses. Places that were usually bustling with crowds before lay deserted. However, between all this, Toyota decided to release the new ‘Yaris’ in Pakistan. Initial impressions of the vehicle were not well received. On top of that, their introduction to the market was hindered by the lockdown.

Many of the opinions that people had were based on Word of Mouth (WOM) rather than test drives or showroom visits. They said that people claimed Yaris to be an inconvenient buy. Many claimed it to be overpriced and too big for its functionality. However, after the lockdowns eased, something happened.

Toyota Yaris

The Yaris is a vehicle with tremendous capabilities. It houses an engine with a 4 cylinder in-line configuration. If we look at the engine capacity, we can see two variants, so there are options. The first one is set at about 1.3L, which is quite well for a sedan. The second one, however, is set at an even higher capacity. Now, that one is about 1.5L, which is something that can give competition in the market.

Apart from the capacity, the transmission variants are 5-speed manual and 7-speed CVT. When the lockdown eased in Pakistan, people decided to visit the showrooms, and they began to test the car themselves. Yaris started to receive positive reviews after test drives. People loved the way the vehicle handled itself in situations. Additionally, it even gave competition to the Corolla XLI and GLI in a rural location.

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Toyota Rising

There are many features in the Yaris that make it a formidable contender. The car has a push start and smart entry as well as an infotainment system. People feel like they have stepped into the next generation of automotive when they drive this car. It also has hill-start assist control and traction control.

Now, if we take a look at statistics, we might be taken aback. The Toyota Yaris has sold almost 30,000 units in the last year and above making it the highest selling sedan of FY20-21. The counterparts of Yaris, Corolla, and City were even left behind in sales; the vehicle had certainly made a daring comeback. Not many people were expecting it to rise that high in a pandemic era.

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Yaris And The Future

This development shows that a vehicle must not be judged too fast. If the initial impression had continued, we might never have known what gem of a car the Toyota Yaris is. Additionally, the new auto policy is sure to make an impact on the price of the vehicle. Who knows, maybe we would get to see even more of them being driven around Pakistan.

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