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5 Ways To Become A Pro In Online Shopping

By
Mehak Zehra
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Online shopping was once a phenomenon that Pakistanis were most wary of. They couldn’t trust what they bought. But the fact that they could do COD (Cash on Delivery), some people would try and venture into it. Slowly and gradually, their trust started building up, more so from some specific sites. And with COVID bounding everyone within their houses, people started becoming more online shoppers than ever before.

If you think that you get wrapped up so much in this shopping that you end up spending more than you planned or you bought something you don’t need, then you need to become a pro.

But how to be a pro at online shopping? Here are five tips you can adopt:

1. Compare and contrast

Just like shopping in real life, you’ve got to think hard about what you’ve to buy. Shopping online for products like detergents and toiletries, compare the prices for the same product on different websites. Add the product to the cart only when you’re sure you are getting the best deal or one where you’re benefitting and not getting robbed. Buying things online means you’re not limited to one place; you can visit various online ‘shops’ with just a few clicks. Even if you’re sitting in one part of the world, you can order a product from miles away.

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2. The breathing exercise 

Sometimes most of us buy things just for the sake of it, only to feel the thrill of tapping on that big “BUY NOW” option. To deal with this, you have to make sure when ordering the product that you check the delivery date and the price while breathing deeply to calm your mind. Being calm will prevent you from purchasing things that you don’t need that you added to the cart randomly.

3. The check-out traps

You know those seemingly harmless questions that pop up the moment you have decided to buy your things and are checking them out; Questions about express shipping and whatnot that end up increasing your final price. You need to differentiate whether you need these, or are they just trap to open your wallet a bit more? All these checkout traps end up doing is tricking you into wasting your money.

4. The big picture 

Sometimes we tend to get distracted while online shopping, just like we did in real life shopping, moving towards the things we don’t need. A few experiments show that we tend to click on the product right in the middle of a row of five same products. Now that you know this change it up. Try to check the deals at the edge of the row too. Who knows? You might end up getting a deal that doesn’t waste your money as much as the other ones.

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5. Real money, real expenses 

When we shop in person, we pay with our own hands, either handing over the cash itself or the credit card. We feel a pain in spending with our own money. Online shopping numbs that feeling. We find ourselves more ready to spend that money; most of the time, we overspend because we have no checks placed on us. Try setting limits on your online shopping by setting your card in a way that you spend only a certain amount in a month. You either get a reminder if you’re exceeding that limit or you get to pay back the debt if you overspend.

So flex your fingers and get to the online shopping platforms. This time you will be much better at it.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!

Top 15 Funny Beauty Memes Every Woman will Relate to

By
Sidra Rizvi
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Applying flawless makeup is the goal of millions of girls across the world. For some, the perfection occurs naturally. While others strive hard not to cross the fine line that turns them into a clown. No matter which category you fall into, you have to agree we all have good days and bad. Here are some funny beauty memes that every woman who ever tried to apply makeup will relate to.

There are people who tell you, you wear too much makeup, and people who tell you to wear more. However, in reality, you should only do what you want. The following funny beauty memes have been complied to show you that you are not alone.

Your struggle is the struggle of millions of beautiful, smart and incredible women everywhere. If you love to spend each morning perfecting your makeup before you head out the door, good for you. If you would rather just brush your hair and leave, more power to you.

Regardless of what people think, you should only care about what you want to do! So sit back and get ready to laugh and nod.

Beauty Sleep?

You know that long sleep that you wake up from, not knowing what day, week, month, year, century it is? Yep, that is your beauty sleep.

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The best highlight/contour guide

Are you one of those people still learning how to highlight and contour? This might help.

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Because without contouring, your face feels like this.

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What women think they look like

When the so-called beauty sleep refuses to do its job.

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Makeup Veterans know the feeling

Not wearing makeup for a day will have people asking you if you are feeling well.

The real reason

Late for work again? We know why.

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Apply Makeup in 10 seconds

Try this trick and never be late again.

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The power of coconut oil

You know how they say coconut oil fixes everything? It really does.

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Is wearing Makeup considered cheating?

Does anyone really think that?

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Makeup makes you feel beautiful

If this is how you feel after applying makeup, keep doing it!

No one can resist applying some

If your makeup bag is full of gorgeous makeup palettes and incredibly lip colors, no one can resist applying some.

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Because Makeup Truly Transforms

It really can.

When you accidentally rub your eyes

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At the end of the day

If you’re tired of hearing people say you wear too much makeup, here are a few replies you can use.

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Have anything to add? Leave us a comment below.

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This Pakistani Watch Enthusiast Will Blow You Away With His Passion

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Muhammad Moiz Khan
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People rarely pursue their passion and instead opt for the orthodox definition of life, where they have to pursue other avenues in order to earn their livelihood. But in the case of Kashif Yusuf, it was the opposite.

The Journey of Kashif Yusuf and “Pakistan Watches Sale” Community

To give you a glimpse into his background, Kashif Yusuf had always been a watch enthusiast who also is also into rare gems and jewelry. Contrary to popular opinion, Kashif decided to pursue his passion, worked extremely hard to learn this craft and became a very successful dealer and a public figure amongst the Pakistani wristwatch enthusiasts, dealers and companies.

Kashif Yusuf

He is the founder and owner of Pakistan’s biggest watches-related online community and marketplace not only in Pakistan but in the world. Kashif describes a huge portion of his journey as diligent hard work, losses and experiences while the rest of it consisted of his eagerness to pursue his passion.

How Has The Community Assisted The Pakistani Wristwatch Enthusiasts & Dealers?

Kashif Yusuf has been doing a great job in managing this community of over 67,000 people which is still growing at an enormous pace. The community consists of dealers and sellers in the wristwatch industry and has helped numerous businesses connect with potential buyers.

Mr. Kashif has been managing this massive community and filters out hundreds of posts every day after verifying the legitimacy of their businesses and their merchandise as well as trying his best to cater to each member personally to help in their overall growth and or fix any issues that they might have. The community has increased transparency and has also enabled Mr. Kashif to teach this art to others too, who had lost their jobs during the pandemic and have now successfully started their own businesses after gaining the know-how from Mr. Kashif. Individuals from all walks of life have come forward, learnt and started working from home such as students, housewives, part-time job seekers, hobbyists, entrepreneurs and so on.

How Do The Buyers Know That The Dealers Are Authentic?

The group has an extensive scrutiny protocol, implemented by its founder who ensures that not a single fraudulent dealer gets to takes advantage of the platform. He has managed to create a list of dealers, who are referred to as, “Trusted Dealer List”. To get on the list the dealers have to fill a form after which Mr. Kashif scrutinizes them himself by answering them trick questions, the methodology of sales and how they would serve their customers if they face a problem after a wristwatch has been sold to them by the said dealer.

The answers to these questions help Mr. Kashif in filtering out the dealers who have tainted this industry with their bad customer and after-sales services. It is also ensured that the dealers have a clean record in the past and have not been involved in any fraudulent activities and after the consultation of renowned dealers, they are added to “Trusted Dealers List” which makes this group a great community for all watch enthusiasts.

The group has also facilitated hundreds of businesses and thousands of customers by not only connecting them but by also facilitating them by providing safe-payment options and courier options too which makes this community one of a kind.

How Has The Group Engaged Buyers, Sellers & Spectators?

The group constantly holds contests and games where every member has a chance to win exciting prizes which include watches, tool kits and even cash prizes. Kashif Yusuf also goes live after every two weeks on his group to ensure everyone is having a good time and gets to engage with the members by asking them to share their queries, problems or anything which could improve the community.

What Has Been Kashif’s Motivation Behind Running This Platform?

Kashif Yusuf has worked for more than 10 years in this field. He is adamant about eradicating the corrupt practices that have pre-existed for a long time. He made it his mission to clean this industry off of those who have tainted this field and create transparency between the dealers and the customers. He was sick of the price-fixing scams and poor customer services that were prevailing in the industry and he has been trying to remove such practices.

Kashif is well-equipped with the knowledge and skills required as a watch-dealer and enthusiast and can easily identify the counterfeit from the original which is a skill that takes years of practice and patience to master.  After seeing the vile practices taking place in the industry, Kashif decided to create an online community on Facebook and named it, “Pakistan Watches Sale” for the community and dealers to communicate and find out the best deals.

This small and exclusive online community which was made as a small platform for Kashif’s high-end clients is now a giant community with over 67,000 members, which makes it the biggest Pakistani wristwatch community and marketplace not only in Pakistan but in the world.

Be part of the Pakistani wristwatch community

If you want to be part of the biggest Pakistan wristwatch community, you can join Kashif Yusuf’s official Facebook group ‘Pakistan Watches Sale‘.

If you’re looking for more updates and insights from Kashif Yusuf, you can follow him on Instagram & Twitter.

Hilarious Twitter Reacts To The Gamestop Wall Street Drama

By
Mehak Zehra
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Twitter and, well, social media, in general, exploded with a few words, Gamestop, wall street, hedge funds, and wallstreetbet, the Reddit forum for stock talk. It was sudden and kind of unrelated to our region, but whatever happens in the US, we like to stay informed of it, don’t we. But if you are still having the below-mentioned reaction to the GameStop references, let me give you an overview of it.

Drama Context

GameStop was a regular shop for toys and consoles. Hedge funds apparently decided to sell it short. That means that you are intentionally making the company lose stock value. However, millennials got together on Reddit and decided to up it for GameStop. So they started buying it. When demand rose, so did Game Stop’s value.

The change became so noticeable that none other than Elon Musk also tweeted about it.

Why is this scenario tweetable by someone belonging to the Bloomberg Billionaire Index?

Because the Reddit millennials had basically made a fool our of hedge funds people, some even said that this was a payback for the 2008 financial crisis.

And you know when millennials are involved, they need to troll whoever they are up against. So right on time, toll memes about GameStop and against the hedge funds started appearing.

The Twitter Reactions

Considering its stock value, the brand is being named in the Fortune 500. Well, the rest of the fortuned 500 have occupied their place for quite some time. So the addition of GameStop amidst the old fortune 500s looks, according to some, like this:

Some chose to show where Hedge Funds and Reddit-ers would stand they starring in ‘Trading Places’.

This Simpson visual is the best suited for the current drama. Because let’s be honest, Twitter is only having fun with the drama between billion-dollar hedge funds and GameStop. This reminds us, Robinhood, the commission-free investing company, restricted the trading of GameStop shares.

Overall, this meme story just won the day!

This is no Danish versus Shahveer stock drama from Mere Paas Tum Ho, but the memes are hilarious that you would literally be laughing out loud.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!

Noor Bukhari Gives Haters A Chance To Let Out Their Frustration

By
Lyza Rashid
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Noor Bukhari has just made a post which is hilarious, much-needed yet jokes part, it is concerning.

Releasing The Pent Up Frustrations

The veteran actress who has now given up her life in media and preaches Islam took to Instagram to help her followers. You must remember that we reported at the end of last year that people hated on her profusely for setting up Christmas decorations. 

Her conversion to following Islam closely was questioned. The way she was raising her children was questioned. Even her children whose videos she shared were dragged into vile conversations discussing the dos and donts of religions. The comments under that post and many others led her to finally make this one.

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Noor Bukhari made a post on Instagram that specially asks people to hate. It asks them to release all their anger, frustration and negative emotions. Basically, it’s a call for a rant! The only difference is that people no longer have to do it without anyone asking them to do it.

Check out the post here:

 

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A post shared by Noor (@realnoorbukhari)

The Irony!

However, the irony has to be that the comments that started pouring in were not even quarter as bad. Her fans became concerned and sent messages of concern. While others just laughed and move on. Here’s your insight into the infamous comments section.

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The Depth of Truth

In the caption, Noor Bukhari writes that since people like to do this under every post, why not do it under one that especially asks for it? She also especially targets those who choose each celebrity’s post to attack, troll and hate them in the comments section.

The truth of the matter is, this post will not change anything but it shows the extent to which the receivers of such hate are affected by it. We can only imagine being exposed to the public in this way and then being bashed constantly for it.

Where Intolerance Starts

The comment sections under some posts are disturbing. From disgusting comments about women’s bodies to morally-condemning comments about religion and piety, there’s everything.

Truth be told, it seems as if this is most common and most intense in Pakistan. We all see pictures of Indian celebrities or Hollywood celebrities but none of them have comments as vile as ours. These comments then become an extension of aggression, hate and intolerance that people keep inside their hearts and minds in Pakistan. Will it not come out elsewhere?

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Toyota Takes Lead Over Volkswagen To Become World’s Top Car Seller

By
Muhammad Moiz Khan
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Japanese car manufacturer Toyota Motor Corporation took the lead over German-made Volkswagen in terms of sales. It ended up becoming the world’s top car seller for the first time in the past five years as the pandemic affected its German competitor.

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Margin Between The Sales Of Toyota and Volkswagen:

On Thursday, Toyota announced the global sales were decreased by approximately 11.3 % to 9.528 million vehicles in the year 2020. Simultaneously, Volkswagen’s sales declined by 15.2 %, which brought the German automaker to second place in terms of sales.

The automotive industry suffered severely amid pandemic when the initial phases’ lockdown brought the global imports & exports to a halt. The investors were hesitant to invest as social distancing and quarantines were encouraged, which lead to more people being vigilant of their excessive spending and not walking out to the showrooms to buy vehicles due to the uncertainty caused by the coronavirus.

Toyota took complete advantage of this gap as Japan was comparatively less impacted by the pandemic, and therefore this gave Toyota leverage against its European and American competitors.

Toyota also mentioned the growth in electric vehicle sales as the electric cars contributed to 23% of total sales in 2020, contrary to 20% in 2019.

It may also be important to note that Tesla got ahead of Toyota last year and became the world’s most valued automaker. Toyota also revamped its logo last year, which has not been reflected on the logo placed on its cars. Volkswagen has a more established position in the European Union countries that were severely impacted by the pandemic.

Toyota Pakistan’s Plan For 2021?

Last year, Indus Motor Company had an eventful year where they launched many new cars in the Pakistani market, including the Toyota Yaris and the Facelift version of Fortuner and Hilux. The company has been criticized for not making an effort to progress and innovate to bring the latest automotive advancements from Toyota, Japan, and recycling old models and features with minimum updates and advancements.

Let’s see how this year turns out for the Japanese automaker, who is now the top automotive company in terms of sales. You also might want to check out Toyota cars under 5 lac rupees in Pakistan for a more budget-friendly price range.

Do you think Toyota would be able to retain its position in 2021 too? Or will its competitors take the lead considering the pandemic is slowing down, and vaccines are being shipped around the world?

Let us know under the comments below.

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Karachi Circular Railway Service To Resume Shortly

By
Mehak Zehra
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The resumption of Karachi Circular Railway (KCR) was in the talks for some time. But having paused for ages, there had been numerous illegal settlements on its path. So before restarting the service, it was essential to clear out the logistics for it. However, now the action is being implemented on what was just the idea. And we know this because Pakistan Railways announced it on Thursday.

From Orangi to City Station

They said that on the directive of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, they would soon revive KCR from Orangi Town to City Station. Muhammad Hanif Gul, the new divisional superintendent of Karachi, visited the 14-kilometer circular railway track, and that marks the progress of the project.

Overseeing the removal of illegal settlements and encroachments, and rehabilitation of the tracks, the superintendent said:

“The KCR commuter service would be extended from City to Orangi stations.”

Gul got the brief of the project from the Project Director KCR Ameer Mohammad Daudpota. It is expected that once the track connects with KCR’s operational route, it will be a major achievement in the goal of reviving the local train service.

Karachi Circular Railway

KCR line spreads over 29.41 km including the 13.69 km track of Pakistan Railway that extends from the City Station to Drigh Road Station.

Since it is a major project, KCR was only partially made operational last year in November, from Pipri for freight operations. But the work continued on the rest of the track and it is said the entire track, all the way to City Station will be operational. This will come as a piece of good news for many who have to persevere Karachi’s disastrous traffic every day.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!

Sony Xperia Compact Details Have Just Been Leaked!

By
Usman
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Are you a fan of spiderman? Do you remember when Tobey was the wall-crawling superhero? Everyone wanted to watch the second part when it came out. It was absolutely stunning in visuals and it had one of the best storylines ever. Spiderman has always been an all-around favorite superhero of a lot of people. His jolly nature and optimistic approach to dire situations make him a lovable hero. Do you know which company had spiderman rights? Yes, Sony did!

Up until Tom Holland took on the mantle of the spider, Sony had exclusive rights to spiderman. Sony has always been a company known for what it manufactures. It not only makes movies but robust electronics too. In recent news, however, it seems that a smartphone by Sony has had its details leaked! We are talking about the new upcoming Sony Xperia Compact. That name sort of rings a bell, no?

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Sony For The Win

You must already be aware of Sony if you are a fan of flagship products. There was a time when Sony cameras were the best ones on the market. Nikon and Canon had to compete with this brand because it kept releasing newer and newer tech embedded products. Even today, an LED tv by Sony will be considered costly but premium. It looks exactly as the experience it gives.

According to sources, Sony is set to bring back its compact series, now in the form of a new smartphone. Yes, the company might just be about to release a phone that gives Apple a run for its money! It is reported to be bringing back the ‘Compact’ line of phones that it once had. The phone’s dimensions have also been leaked!

A Compact Solution

There are a couple of things that we know about the Xperia Compact so far. Firstly, it has a screen size of about 5.5 inches. This lines up well with the size of the iPhone 12 mini! We thought that the mini was the only latest smallest phone yet. It seems that Sony is out to prove everyone wrong!

Additionally, it is said that the phone will have an 8-megapixel selfie camera, all fitted inside a tear-drop sized notch. That is barely any size for a camera, yet they manage to pull it off. It will also feature a 13-megapixel dual camera array as the main camera, with a 3.5mm jack and a side-mounted fingerprint reader on the power button. Are these not extremely interesting specs, considering it’s a compact?

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Sony Rising

Not a lot of software-related detail is known about this phone, though. One of the biggest queries by people is whether the company will be able to deliver exactly as promised. It can be quite a challenge to integrate the latest-gen in a small size, provided one does not compromise quality.

We hope that the company gets good, positive feedback on the phone. After all, it is unlike Sony to not be able to deliver on a product. They are a titan of their industry!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!

How to Protect Personal Files & Data Stored in Google Drive

By
Khizer Bin Saad
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In an effort to protect the data stored on drives which you do not want to get leaked, Google has introduced a new option for its Google Drive which limits downloading, printing and copying of any file in the Google Drive by the shared users.

Under the Information Rights Management (IRM), people will be able to enjoy more control over their content after the incorporation of this feature. Though a feeble addition to a much bigger upshot, this feature will give users a leg up.

Related: How to Factory Reset Settings on your Android Smartphone

The feature is applicable to all the apps in Google Drive; documents, spreadsheets, presentations, photos. And it is very simple it in motion.

1. Open your file in Docs, Sheets, Slides or Photos on Google Drive.

2. Click on the “Share” option on the right top corner of your file.1

 

3. Open Advance settings.

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4. Check the mark with “Disable options to download, print and copy for commenters and viewers” option.

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5. Save changes, and you have safeguarded your information against privacy invaders.

Simple and easily employable as it seems, Google avoids setting the developers off and enables them to administer it using Google Drive API.

However, these settings can be enabled by the file owner only and can be accessed through the website only. One disadvantage of this feature is that it will obstruct shared users from all three functions simultaneously.

Once activated other users will not be able to download, print and copy without owner’s permission.

In order to enable someone else to alter accessibility rights, the owner will have to share ownership rights with him/her. Although it will relieve the users but not completely, the people with whom the file is shared with can still take a snapshot or copy the content manually.

While Google acclaims this feature as “perfect” in situations you need to refrain leakage of information from your files containing “sensitive information.”

Twitter Reacts To WhatsApp Story Updates And It’s Hilarious!

By
Usman
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Social media is an interesting place to be in. Whether you’re an avid Facebook user or an Instagram scroller, it counts as social media. This can be referred to as a collection of platforms where people express themselves.

On Twitter, they express themselves using shorter sentences whereas Quora and Facebook are for long ones. If one wishes to express themselves visually, then Instagram and Snapchat are the go-to apps. As we know already, there is currently a war going on between Facebook and Apple.

Additionally, Facebook is receiving an immense amount of backlash due to its new WhatsApp update. A lot of people are shifting away from WhatsApp because of the rumours and news they are hearing. Newer apps are coming into the light. Speaking of WhatsApp, the new WhatsApp Story Updates have caused a rift on twitter! It is extremely hilarious to see people react.

A Privacy Issue:

It became quite the news when people began to see the ongoing battle. When they also saw the issues that were arising with privacy, people began to divert. WhatsApp started to be considered as an app that does not have a firm grip on privacy. There is proof that states they forward user info to other parties.

Of course, such information cannot and did not sit well with the people. Recently, a lot of people are switching over to the Signal Messaging app instead of WhatsApp. They are even considering it as an alternative to Facebook messenger. We all are already aware that Messenger has had privacy issues for quite a long while now. However, WhatsApp’s new story updates made Twitter go bezerk.

Twitter Explodes:

A lot of people are tweeting about the new WhatsApp Story Updates. There have been recent updates within the WhatsApp Story options. This is when you upload status to WhatsApp. The principle was taken from Snapchat due to it being the first in line to bring stories.

Despite everything happening, people are finding it as somewhat of a humorous topic. The Twitter platform has become the front grounds for jokes and funny tweets. Whether you’re an avid Twitter user or not, it is recommended that you check them out. Some more can be seen below!

A Most-Interesting Update:

We have yet to see how this update plays into the hands of the user. Despite the humor, we must remember that WhatsApp’s new update is nearly at our door. Maybe many of us accepted the terms without reading in detail. The writer of this article is sure that at least some of the tweets must have tickled your belly. They did seem quite funny!

We hope that online privacy issues don’t peak when it comes to more updates on WhatsApp. After all, these days, updates on that app always capture the attention of the user. They start to wonder what card Facebook has up its sleeve that it intends to play.

Stay tuned for more from Brandsynario!

Kraft Mac n Cheese Turns Pink & Twitter Is Exploding

By
Mehak Zehra
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Mac n Cheese
Image Source: Adage

One thing I know from watching all those American and Canadian dramas is that they love their Mac n Cheese. They can have it as breakfast, they can have it as a ‘get over your boyfriend’ snack, or they can have it for dinner. So it’s safe to assume that they would already be in love with Kraft’s Mac n Cheese as well. But that doesn’t limit the brand from trying new stuff.

Valentine flavor Mac n Cheese

And hence, this time, with Valentines Day right around the corner, they have decided to go all pink to portray the love in the air. To further emphasize it, the dish will be candy flavored. What’s more is that it is a limited supply product, so it will be a race, getting your hands on one from only a thousand.

What would the product look like?

It’s not so different. The package will have a standard Mac n Cheese. But it will be accompanied by the packet of the pink candy-flavor powder.

As you can expect, with only 1000 products, the company cannot accommodate its entire audience. So to get this product, people have to be part of a Sweepstakes. The process for it entails applying through the website CandyKraftMacandCheese.com

For Canadians, the website is CandyKD.ca. The deadlines are different as well; for the US, the deadline is February 8th; meanwhile, for Canada, it starts from Feb. 1 – Feb. 14. However, Canadians can still get it by “sweet-talking the brand on social media with one-liners and love poems.

Brian Neumann, senior brand manager, Brand Build & Innovation, Kraft Heinz, in a statement said:

“As the world’s most iconic mac & cheese brands, we are always looking for ways to insert ourselves into relevant conversations. By combining the color and flavor of Valentine’s day with our one of a kind iconic cheesy taste, we’ve created what might be the cheesiest Valentine’s meal ever, both literally and figuratively.”

Reactions on Twitter 

It’s evident that people were going to comment on them, and so they did. Apparently, some were just plainly in love with this innovative idea. They couldn’t wait to try this sweet And pink Mac n Cheese.

Some, on the other hand, wanted to know about its taste. And Kraft was pretty responsive on that.

But some couldn’t sit well with it. They thought it looked like raw beef.

Well, now that you say it…

Others outright rejected it.

 

 

And it is understandable. Sometimes, the mixture of the two things we love can totally gross us out. But it’s always good to give the benefit of the doubt.

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Pakistan’s First Ever Programmable Led Sequins By Sunsilk

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Web Desk
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Unilever revealed the world’s first-ever programmable LED sequins billboard for the launch of Sunsilk, Shaan se shine campaign in collaboration with Kinetic Pakistan. The billboard featured a programmable LED sequins billboard which brought the concept of shine to life. The billboard was the talk of the town and was visible from a very long distance as well. These billboards were deployed at high traffic zones in Karachi and Lahore.

Furthermore, Sunsilk deployed shimmer billboards with cut-outs at all major cities of Pakistan. Shimmer billboards were very eye-catching and represented the shine proposition of the brand.

Sunsilk also deployed LED Pole Signs and creative branded buses and made the top cities shine with the new brand launch. This new innovation has become a talk of the town on many Pakistani Advertising Platforms.

Have a look at this!

https://www.facebook.com/advertisingtoday/posts/4155489691132749

https://www.facebook.com/officialmetronome/posts/4034693353227942

 

Online Thrift Stores – Are Their Prices Justified?

By
Mehak Zehra
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Image Source: Prague Thrift Store

The idea of thrift stores emerges from the concept of charity. It used to happen so that retail establishments could get a chance to raise money and donate it for good causes. And with the whole world establishing its digital presence, it was expected that the thrift stores would also shift to online platforms.

Online Stores

So Instagram and Facebook, the most popular platforms for businesses, started seeing online thrift stores emerging. With thrift stores, what mostly happens is that the used products are obtained for free almost. Hence, they can be sold at competitive prices, which are still ‘almost’ minimal.

However, Gram’s recent trend is that these online stores emerge, but you will find the goods posted there at prices you would buy preloved goods.

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What is the difference between preloved goods and thrift stores?

Preloved goods are also second hand, but the name has been allotted to make it sound less harsh. However, they are only assigned to the preloved category if they have been kept in prime condition, actually loved by the previous owner. Only then can you charge what you yourself bought for PKR 2000 at PKR 1400.

However, thrift store products should also be in good condition, but they don’t have to be almost new. And honestly, it is an act where the idea is that people give some reimbursement for anything that they would like to possess, and the buyers actually feel nice for contributing to a good cause.

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But what is actually happening in the Gram stores?

Or rather, what seems like it is happening on the online thrift stores.

People are going to the thrift stores and shopping at negligible prices. Later on, they take those products and put them up on their online pages at two or three times higher than the actual cost. What someone bought for PKR 2000 and donated to the thrift stores was priced at PKR 200. Another person bought it and put it up on the gram for PKR 1200.

Here is the thing, though. Had this money been actually going to the charity proceeds, one would not mind, not really. But if someone is choosing to exploit a good cause, that is just sad. Keeping this in mind, if we were to answer the question ‘Are prices justified?’ The answer would plainly be a no.

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This Kulki Soda In Karachi Is The Next Best Thing You Should Try!

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Lyza Rashid
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Image Source: Facebook: Rehan Tanveer

In the latest street finds of Karachi’s foods, here’s your low-down on the Kulki soda many enjoy.

What Is It Basically?

Essentially, it is a refreshing drink best for summers. It is full to the brim with ice cubes and cold, refreshing sodas. However, what sets it apart is the strange pairing of flavors in this kulki soda. The secret ingredient, when unveiled, will surprise you entirely!

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How To Make It?

The recipe is fairly singer but let’s get to the secret ingredient first. It’s none other than a green chili! We don’t know about you, but we like to keep our chillis in with our handis. Are you brave enough to dry a drink that’s literally made with green chili?

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The recipe calls for a cup more than half full of ice cubes. Squeeze the juice of a lemon or two in it, depending on your taste. Next, as we see in the video, the green chilies are being de-seeded. So proceed to add a de-seeding chili in the cup. The green chili is often also put into giving the drink the “smell” of it. Although we’re not sure, this smell is a tantalizing one, yikes!

Next, you will need either Pakola (if you’re a fan!), or you can have a Sprite or another soda you’d like to add it. If you also like ginger’s taste, add a pinch of ginger to it to taste another level. What better combination than green chilies and ginger?

See How It’s Made Here!

Karachi Street Food

We’ve all had street-side vendor soda before, and just between us, despite how unhygienic it may be, it’s the best thing ever. We take ours with heaped spoons of Kala namak too! This kulki soda, however, is not an innovation. It is a fairly known recipe for a drink made by many, although as you can tell, it is an acquired taste.

kulki soda karachi
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The video speaks for itself, be it the speed of those making it or those standing to get it in line. Don’t miss the playful banter between boys and the vendor, usually at any roadside vendor’s place in Pakistan.

This drink is best enjoyed in summers given the combination of flavors and the fact that it is best when served cold. However, if you’re looking for a good ol’ spice kick, by all means, try it!

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7 Ways To Discipline Your Kids The Right Way

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Lyza Rashid
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One of the biggest issues people have faced during quarantine is how to discipline their child. As children lose their routines and remain at home with all forms of entertainment, they can become indisciplined. Here’s how to best go about it

1. Establish Family Rules Clearly

Family rules are essential for each household with children. Establishing them early on and making them clear to your children is important for their well-being.

However, know that children will test them wherever they can. Be prepared to commit to them!

2. Set Boundaries In Time

Several child psychologists have suggested that as toddlers, children should start becoming aware of boundaries. However, keep in mind that they are not aware of the link between actions and consequences at that age.

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Let them know gently about what is unacceptable or what is appropriate.

3. Explaining The Consequences, Not Enforcing Them

Children need to link that there are consequences for bad behavior. Explaining them initially in a gentle manner is a good way to start than jumping onto enforcing them.

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4. Positive Enforcements Create A Balance

Just as establishing negative consequences is important, so is positively enforcing your child’s behavior. If they have shown kindness to someone or shared something, praise them and encourage them.

Most importantly, children pick up what they observe. Create an environment in your home that is encouraging.

5. Be Honest About Your Feelings

Children are just as sensitive about their parents as vice versa. Hence, one way to curb their tantrums is, to be honest about your feelings with them. Let them know their bad behavior makes you feel upset; they are sensitive to hearing from you.

6. Do Not Smack

Smacking is, especially in desi households, something far too common. However, most studies have shown that children do not react positively to being smacked as a form of punishment.

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Smacking may often cause them physical pain or distress, which can easily turn into trauma. Instead, opt for the traditional “time out” approach.

7. Limit The Time-Outs

Keep the time-outs only for serious incidents. Giving them time outs for eating sour candy or not washing their hands may desensitize them to the punishment. This can make them start taking one form of punishment for granted, necessitating a higher form in the future.

Let us know how these tips work out for you in the comments below!

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HEC Denies Viral Notification On Social Media For Online Exams

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Mehak Zehra
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[Update]: There was a fake viral notification making rounds on social media that Shafqat Mehmood has ‘directed’ all universities to conduct online exams only. HEC has denied this saying it is not compulsory for universities to only conduct online exams. They have instead told the universities to understand their capacity and take exams in the format that suits them the best in terms of readiness which includes but is not limited to technological readiness.

Due to COVID, almost all educational institutes shut down, and education went online. Online classes to assignments, lectures, and meetings with professors and teachers were happening through Zoom or similar portals. But now that COVID is taking a back seat, it was announced that even though semesters happened online, online exams won’t be the way to go. Instead, they will be conducted on-site.

Online Exams Are a Go?

Students freaked out at this and had to be part of protests. The news was trending on Twitter and there were protests as well. Later, Shafqat Mehmood, Federal Minister of education, has taken to Twitter that online exams are happening, and they will occur through a proper set of guidelines. However, not every university has to do it. Universities can “conduct exams based on their capacity and need for a fair assessment.”

The highlights of these guidelines are that universities should opt for open book exams, end of semester written work, and oral exams and presentation. In the guidelines by HEC, it is mentioned that closed-book examinations are being discouraged in the present conditions.

HEC Notification

The document read:

“In terms of approaches to assessment, the present situation requires thinking beyond the conventional methods typically used in our universities. The most common method used is the closed-book examination, which no longer remains appropriate under the circumstances.”

HEC has also notified all universities that they are to announce transparent assessment policies by June 1, 2020. They have also ensured that these policies are on the following basis:

  • No Promotion without Assessment
  • Semesters Not to Be Wasted
  • Consideration of Pass/Fail Option
  • Prevention of Cheating, Unpermitted Collaboration, and Plagiarism
  • Use the Same Method of Assessment for Students in a Course
  • Grievance Mechanism

The grievance mechanism entails that students who are facing difficulties should be attended to by a committee. This committee can be formed of three individuals: at least one faculty member and one senior administration individual.

The pdf document issued by HEC can be found here!

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Woman In Multan Comes Back To Life After Being Declared Dead

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Muhammad Moiz Khan
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Image Source: Arab News

Things have been pretty crazy in Multan lately. After a video of a child under the age of ten went viral yesterday, another news from Multan is how a woman who was declared dead by the hospital and medical staff came back to life.

Image Source: Arab News

When And Where Did This Incident Take Place:

A woman in Multan was brought to Nishtar Hospital for treatment after she got shot in a crossfire. As per sources, the woman could not recover and passed away while undergoing the treatment and was officially pronounced dead by the doctors and the medical staff.

After she was declared “deceased” by the medical staff, the woman’s dead body was kept in a morgue where the woman came back to life. Doctors have been providing her proper treatment, and it is being investigated whether declaring her dead was a mistake or did she really undergo a rare situation called the Near-Death Experience (NDE), where people literally come back to life after all signs declare them as being dead.

Plot-Twist From The Hospital’s Senior Management:

The Director of Nishtar Hospital, Dr. Amjad Chandio, claimed that the woman was not pronounced dead, but someone in the hospital issued her a death certificate, and the issue is being investigated whether this incident was an intentional lapse created by someone.

The incident is currently being investigated, and we will be sharing more as we find out more.

Is It Actually Possible To Return After Being Dead?

Yes, there have been numerous incidents in Pakistan and around the world where people have come back after being dead. The incident is not always necessarily a lapse and has occurred many times.

There have been hundreds and thousands of cases where people came back to life after being declared dead by the hospital.

Check this compilation of videos where people who were allegedly declared dead came back to life.

Last year, another incident went viral where a man named Scott Drummond returned to life after being pronounced dead. He shared his Near-Death Experience, which was met with curiosity and surprise by the viewers. Watch the video below to find out more about his experiences in detail.

Do you think the incident that took place with the lady in Multan was similar to the videos shared above?

Or do you think it was an incident of carelessness on the hospital’s part?

Let us know under the comments.

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Sarwat Gilani’s Recent ‘Confession’ Has Made People Angry

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Web Desk
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Sarwat Gilani
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Actress Sarwat Gilani appeared on a show with Mira Sethi and had an enlightening conversation there. And it is not unexpected considering the host of the show herself is an amazing person who is known for her sophisticated and learned style of talking to people.

The Feminist Drama and Sarwat Gilani

Following Sarwat’s statement, Mira assumed her to be a feminist, so she asked her. To which, Sarwat denied it right away. She said she is not a feminist and that she believes men have their own place. Confused, right? So, Mira tried to explain to her that feminism, or rather, the original feminism, does not deny men their rightful place. However, Sarwat stuck with her initial statement, and she added that she thinks everyone has a rightful place.

Mira whispers, ‘Then you are a feminist, Sarwat.’

Find the full interview below:

I think what Sarwat meant was that the interpretation of feminism in Pakistan is what she does not align with. But people picked her statement about her wanting to rely on men and how she is not a feminist and started giving her opinion on that. While some people agreed with it, others bashed her.

Let’s have a look at the reactions, shall we?

Most Pakistanis did not like the web series Churail, and they were not hesitant in letting everyone know. They assumed it to be anti-men, so they rejected the series outright. Some of the audience started hating on the actors who signed for the project as well. So it’s safe to assume that Sarwat Gilani and Yasra must have lost their followers, too, unless they watch the show, that is.

So the Pakistanis labeled this, her denouncing ties to feminism, to regain the lost followers.

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They also understood it as her not very educated in the phenomenon of feminism.

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Obviously, the statement would be enough to trigger toxic feminists because real feminists would not take things at face value and actually do proper research on exactly how the conversation unfolded in the interview.

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And even if we do not agree with someone and want to add our own comments, it is better to do that in an educated and sophisticated way. There is absolutely no need to bash someone for the opinions they hold.

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KIA Sportage Vs Honda Vezel – A Head-To-Head Comparison

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Usman
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The world of automobiles is an interesting one. It leads one across the dimensions of length and time and leaves one wanting more. If you’re a fan of sports cars, you already know which brand to go for. People who love muscle cars either go for Dodge or Mustang. We know American muscle to be quite superior in quality and they have the ability to shock us. After all, it would be quite a boring place to be on earth if cars had not existed.

Similarly, there are vehicles that are of similar leagues but certain differences set them apart. That does not mean that either of them is bad but one must know these differences. Maybe your preference lies in one and not the other. In light of this, we have here a detailed comparison between KIA Sportage and Honda Vezel!

KIA Sportage and Honda
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KIA:

We are all familiar with the rise that KIA has taken over the years. Even if we don’t know how it worked in the past years, we know KIA has made a comeback. The KIA Sportage is a vehicle that deserves to be seen in the spotlight. It has features that make it a beast of a vehicle and is worth a drive. KIA, with Picanto, has even changed how we look at compacts.

Honda:

The writer of this article is not even sure whether Honda needs an introduction. Honda is a brand that has always been known for the ground clearance of its vehicles. The lower height of its cars allows it to run at better stability and faster speed. This is also why Honda Civic is one of the best-known cars of today. Even the 2021 variant has dropped jaws. Honda Vezel is now another vehicle, by the company, that stands as a worthy ally.

Honda and KIA comparison
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Under The Hood:

When it comes to the KIA Sportage, it is a monster beneath the bonnet. All its variants feature a 2000cc engine, with an automatic transmission. That is one powerful engine, considering its in-line configuration. The KIA Sportage has enough space to house the whole family and even comes with comfortable seats. It runs on petrol and has a fuel average stretching from 12-14 kilometers to the litre. This is more than enough for inside the city and outside it.

When it comes to specifications, the Honda Vezel features a robust 1500cc engine. This makes it no less of a vehicle in performance, though. The Honda Vezel is known to withstand weather and terrain at extreme ends. Its quality of manufacture allows it to run under any form of strain. It has an automatic CVT transmission with a five-person seating capacity. This, too, is feasible for the family.

The Price:

When talking about the KIA Sportage, it is currently being sold within a range of Rs.44 Lac to Rs.54 Lac. This seems quite affordable considering the features it has and the power it holds.

The Honda Vezel has a set price of about Rs.42 Lac. This seems like an extremely reasonable price considering what the vehicle offers.

At the end, it all boils down to which vehicle sets well with your preference. Both of these are worthy runners in this league.

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Rooh Afza’s Latest TVC Is All About The Beauty Of Life

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Lyza Rashid
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Rooh Afza

A recent TVC by one of Pakistan’s favourite beverages has caught our eye and stolen our hearts. Here’s the rundown on Rooh Afza’s latest advertisement which is equal parts celebratory and sentimental.

Celebrating Life

Rooh Afza’s TVC is an ode to life, simply put. The TVC uses different vignettes and ties them together with the beverage at the heart of it. There are young siblings playing with toys, gathered around nani for stories, kindness towards neighbours and love for a spouse all mixed together. 

At the core of each story is a message: life is something to cherish and celebrate each day. And the lyrics add the perfect touch to the TVC because truth be told, they’re poetry.

Rooh Afza – Reimagined

If there is anything that quarantine has taught us, it’s that anyone can cook up a storm in the kitchen. The best part is that this experience encourages people to experiment with their pantry basics and reimagine them. The same goes for Rooh Afza as this thoughtful TVC imparts the message that it is not just a drink! 

It can be the best syrup to drizzle on freshly made waffles and pancakes or you could also create a thin layer of it on top of vanilla cheesecakes to create the perfect balance of tart and sweetness. Like everyone else, we’re sure you have a bottle in your kitchen right now too. So, what are you waiting for? Start experimenting!

Have A Look!

https://www.facebook.com/Roohafzapk/posts/3559435194171425

Capturing the magical moments

The TVC is an aesthetic delight for its viewers. It has frames capturing everyday moments with soft light and heartwarming vibes, yet this reminds us how we take them for granted and they will become our cherishable memories.

Our favourite part has to be where the grandfather is shown feeling alone in his new home. Just then, the door opens and two kids bubbling with joy and energy barge in with a treat to cheer up their dada who’s sad about leaving his old home. It’s the cutest scene ever!

Moreover, the melodious voice of Komail Anam is also working its charm on everyone. He is an emerging actor and singer and is currently the favourite of many. We firmly believe that his voice and the lyrics only add to the charm of this video— Zindagi Mubarak to you!

Social Media Users Are Absolutely Loving It!

Uniting Nations

At a time when a pandemic and political revolutions divide us, this TVC also somehow manages to impart a message of harmony in relation to that. The perfect ending is executed as people from various nationalities sing “Zindagi Mubarak”. This symbolises the over 30 countries where Rooh Afza is loved and consumed.

All in all, this TVC is the most heartfelt ode to time.

What are your thoughts about this heartwarming TVC? Let us know in the comments below.

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