vivo V20 Is Here To Smash All Your Notions About Premium Smartphones

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Nov 17, 2020

realme, a young and trendsetting technology company, has just been named by Counterpoint’s Q3 2020 smartphone shipment report to be the fastest-growing brand to reach the 50 million smartphone sales milestone. In continuation to bring remarkable devices at exceptional price ranges, realme partnered with Daraz.pk for the Daraz 10 10 sale and was ranked the 2^nd most sold brand.

The brand has recently launched its 65W fastest charging phone in Pakistan, realme 7 Pro and the 6000mAh powerhouse, realme C15 along with four smart AIoT products. All these newly launched products are on exclusive flash sale prices for Daraz 11.11 live till November 17, 2020.

realme Pakistan is recognized as the Top selling smartphone brand in the country on Daraz 11 11 Sale. The Gross Merchandise volume of realme on Daraz 11 11 is higher than leading smartphone brands. In addition to this realme secured Top 1 position in South Asia region for Daraz 11 11 as well.

realme 7 Pro’s battery gets charged to 100% in only 34 minutes thanks to its 65W SuperDart charging technology which comes with 6.5 Ampere adapter. Exemplifying the Latest Technology philosophy with realme 7 Pro it is truly the fastest charging phone in Pakistan. realme 7pro is available for offline sales nationwide from today & realme C15 600mAh powerhouse will be available for grab nationwide from tomorrow.

In Addition to the 50 Million units milestone, realme also recorded a history high level of quarterly shipments as 14.8 million and is the world’s fastest-growing brand in Q3 as it grew 132% QoQ for the quarter. Expanding the product lineup to the consonantly growing Pakistani market category N has been introduced for real fans which seamlessly makes people’s life cooler.

The trendy but economical smartwatch, realme watch S. It comes with a 1.3” touch screen round dial, auto-brightness adjust and 16 sports modes (more modes than alternate smart wearables) and gives real-time heart and oxygen monitor which expands into the smart lifestyle category. The realme buds air pro features active noise cancellation and water-resistance. TWS with these premium specs are hard to find in the offered price range.

Other products for the smart lifestyle is the realme sonic electric toothbrush. It has High-Frequency Sonic Motor and gives a 130-day battery life that means you can use it for a whole year by charging just three times. Smartcam 360 is the leap towards building a smart home. It gives clear footage, noise reduction algorithms and voice talkback with 128 GB memory card expansion, and a professional-grade WiFi chip.

realme Pakistan would like to thank its consumers & fans for all the support. They are an integral part of the success of realme, fueling realme’s growth In just 2 years to becomes the fastest growing smartphone brand in the world.

J. Frontline, J. Sherdil, J. Marine – Tribute to the Heroes of Pakistan

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Nov 17, 2020

J. was established in 2002 and has expanded across the world with 20+ international outlets across US, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, while having a network of 100+ outlets across Pakistan.

While making its mark in the world, J. has always strived to live up to the values given to us by our country. Throughout its journey, J. has never forgotten the core of its homeland and the heroes who nurture it with their ultimate sacrifice and blood. Therefore from time to time, J. has paid tribute to the spirit of Pakistan’s heroes.

J. is proud to launch three new fragrances; Frontline, Sherdil and Marine, in honor of Pakistan’s lionhearts. Honoring the sacrifice made by the martyrs of our nation, J. pays homage to the legacy of courage that remains alive in the pages of history, like an unforgettable scent.

“It’s about time we pay homage to the heroes who keep us safe,” said Ahmed Ali, Group Brand Manager at J., “Pakistan’s heroes are one of the most formidable on the planet and their glory deserves to be showcased and paid tribute to.”

The aforementioned fragrances, crafted exclusively for men, carry a masculine effect and convey the notes of Mandarin, Marine Accord, Cedarwood, Gaiac Wood, Moss, and more. Every note of these scents carry the sentiment of regard and respect. Although all gestures of gratitude and appreciation fall short in front of the magnitude of sacrifices made by our Heroes, J. will always proudly express its spirit of patriotism and pay tribute to the immense glory and courage of our heroes. The three newly released exclusive scents serve as a prime example of JDot’s love for Pakistan.

OnePlus 8 Pro Vs Samsung S20 Ultra – Which One’s Better?

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Nov 17, 2020

OnePlus 8 Pro Vs Samsung — Image Source: tomsguide.com

There is always some form of competition going on between technological parties. Even back in the 1960s, Ford and Ferrari had a go at it on the Lemans circuit. Ford’s vehicle had certain new advancements that allowed it to win. Plus, Ken Miles was an excellent, legendary driver! The Smartphone industry has had many races and battles of its own. Be it on the camera front or the chipset front, Smartphones have brawled it out.

So, we look at yet another brawl today. We observe who wins the battle of OnePlus 8T Pro Vs Samsung S20 Ultra! Both of these phones have impressive features and State-of-the-art technology embedded within them. The OnePlus has been quite successful in its own regard and Samsung is one you already know of. They are one of the oldest competitors in the race. Let us begin!

Oneplus 8 Pro and Samsung — Image Source: borg.com

The OnePlus:

OnePlus is a company that took hold of a stormy beginning. It’s like if you play chess using a technique known as Queen’s Gambit. The method involves an aggressive approach and keeps the opponent always under pressure. OnePlus is using this approach with its new OnePlus 8 Pro. The phone features a SnapDragon 865 Processor! You cannot get any more peak performance on chip sets than this one, allegedly. Additionally, the Quad camera array is no less of an achievement for the phone.

If referring to the battery capacity, the phone sits at 4510mah, which is ample for phones these days. If we look at the specifications even further, the phone has a 128/256 storage variant with either 8 or 12GB ram. However, the absence of the slot for an SD card does prove a form of drawback. Then again, does one need an SD card after 128 or 256GB?

OnePlus and Samsung — Image Source: theguardian.com

The Samsung:

This is one of the most powerful phones that Samsung has ever made. There are two notable flagship series of Samsung to date. As history dictates, the S series and the note series climb up on the top when it comes to premium. The S4 had the first retinal feature of the series, which baffled many users at the time. So, the Samsung S20 Ultra is the company’s wild card. Its chipset is the Exynos 990. It is an impressive processor, but it does not compete well with the Snapdragon 865.

The most robust feature of the phone is its 108-megapixel camera. You can shoot an apple of a person’s head at a distance using just this camera. Its battery is set at a high 5000mah capacity. Finally, the phone offers substantial storage alongside an SD card slot. This slot can support cards as high as 1TB! This phone is one to be trifled with.

The Victor:

Looking at the specifications overall, there are quite a few points to note. Even though Samsung has a good chipset, the OnePlus 8 Pro takes the cake on this one. In the camera region, Samsung wins the round. There is no comparison on the camera. The battery is slightly larger on the Samsung.

However, provided the price difference between the two, a lot of disagreements become blatantly apparent. The Samsung S20 Ultra is set to be at Rs.2, 27, 999/- whereas the OnePlus 8 Pro is to be at Rs.1, 50, 000/-

That difference of 1 lac, but a slight difference in the features make OnePlus 8 Pro the better buy. This is because you’re getting a whole lot of next-generation technology and features in a considerably less amount.

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Princess Diana Had A Secret Message For Prince Charles Engraved On Her Shoes

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Nov 17, 2020

It is possibly due to our colonial history that the happenings of the royal family of England affect us to date. We can easily recall watching any royal wedding air on our national television for hours and hours. We still discuss news related to them. But the most influential royal person would probably be Princess Diana. Even decades after her death, a piece of information would disclose, and the whole world almost would erupt at that.

Lady Diana got married at the age of 20 to Prince Charles and formally entered the royal family, attaining the title ‘Princess Diana’. She ensured that she was part of or initiated various social causes. It could be that more than those born in the royal family, people can relate to someone who marries into it, and so the connection that the ordinary public had with Princess Diana was and still is different.

Wedding of Princess Diana

People still strive to dissect any piece of information that has been missed out. When they do that, it helps them remember the lady with the same exquisite as when she was alive.

The marriage, although people followed for hours and hours, with 750 million of them watching it live worldwide, has many secrets and twists in it. One of them was that Princess Diana found that her future husband’s previous sweetheart was on the guestlist just as she was about to go down the aisle. She would be scouring the whole place instead of thinking about her marriage.

Another was the act that she wore a dress that had been secret for even her. So how the story unfolded was that her wedding dress was designed in utmost secrecy; the designs would be shredded to leave no paper trail right after the bride and groom were shown the dress. And yet the dress got leaked. But the designer couple David and Elizabeth Emanuel had for their peace of mind, made a backup dress that they hadn’t even shown the bride. And when the original dress got leaked, they were ready with the backup.

The Secret Exchange

Prince Charles’ secret note was another mysterious aspect of the wedding. Princess Diana stayed at Clarence House one day before the wedding when reportedly, she received a letter from Prince Charles. It is said to have read: “I’m so proud of you, and when you come up, I’ll be there at the altar for you tomorrow. Just look ’em in the eye and knock ’em dead’.”

And if we are to consider Prince Charles’s secret love confession, we can expect Lady Diana to reply in a similar mysterious manner. She gave a reply through her wedding attire. In her wedding shoes, she had engraved the message which was to date, not common knowledge. The message was on her shoes’ sole; ‘C’ and ‘D’, initials for their names, surrounding a heart.

These shoes that conveyed the love confession were low-heeled. Clive Shilton, the celebrity shoemaker, designed the shoes with sequins, pearls, satin, and lace.

Time and again, people remember the lady, sometimes draw comparisons of her with her daughters-in-law and other times just reminisce by uncovering information about her; this is all their way of love for the Princess who made an impact on several people through her extraordinary ways.

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New Medical AI Can Take Vitals Without Disturbing Patients

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Nov 17, 2020

The latest development in the healthcare industry will relieve nurses and help patients rest better. Can you guess what AI has done?

The Dreadful Rounds

If you have ever spent a night or day in a hospital with a loved one, you’ll know about the dreadful rounds. The nurses come almost hourly to check the patients’ vitals. While this may be necessary, it disturbs the patients and is too taxing work for the nurses. There’s never just one patient; they do it with tens of them.

New Research Says What?

A team of doctors at the Feinstein Institutes for Research in New York says that overnight disruptions cause more harm than good. They can result in cognitive impairment, hypertension, extra stress, or other negative impacts on patients. Moreover, it is far more increased work for nurses.

What’s The Solution?

To develop a better way to keep the patients safe and the workload of nurses to reduce, the team started their research. They studied vital sign measurements taken from patients at Northwell Health hospitals between 2012 and 2019. This humongous data collected included respiratory rate, heart rate, systolic blood pressure, body temperature, and age.

This information was then used to develop a deep-learning predictive clinical tool that uses AI. The device can predict a patient’s overnight stability, eliminating the need for multiple vital checks. The study revealed that the AI only misclassified two out of 10,000 patients overnight hospital stays. The team also remarked that nurses could quickly fix those misclassifications on typical rounds.

Hear From Them

This is not to say that nurses will not be around to check anymore in the case of exceptions. The predicted model will be used and confirmed, but instead of 6 rounds, there might be a need for just two now.

“Rest is a critical element to a patient’s care. It has been well-documented that disrupted sleep is a common complaint that could delay discharge and recovery.” Zanos also noted that the team’s findings highlight the safety and accuracy of machine learning-based solutions.

How Does AI Help Nurses?

The AI tool can also potentially help overburdened nurses and hospital staff. According to the research team, nurses spend 20-35% of their time documenting vitals only. Additionally, approximately 10% percent of their shift is spent collecting them. They must do an average of four to five hours of work per patient. The researchers said that the new tool could mean a 20-25% workload reduction for nurses in one overnight shift.

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Muneeb Butt Gets Bashed For Trying Something ‘Unusual’

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Nov 17, 2020

Amal Muneeb and Muneeb Butt have flown off to the hub of tourists this year, none other than Turkey! However, Muneeb Butt’s ‘unusual’ activities there aren’t sitting well with the public.

What’s Unusual?

The famous actor and model posted a photo on his Instagram, which he thought must be cold. Or perhaps it was posted for no purpose at all. The star is smoking a cigar in the photo, and he captioned it as trying something “unusual.” Check out the picture:

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A post shared by Muneeb Butt (@muneeb_butt)

No Encouragement In The Comments

His comments immediately became littered with negative ones. There are many people who pointed out the dangerous and long-term side effects of smoking. Others also pointed out how him trying it and ‘making it cool’ sent a wrong impression to several young boys and girls.

The Comments Say It All!

Was Muneeb Butt Being Irresponsible?

Yes, actors and actresses have a strong duty to be responsible for the impressionable individuals in their audience. However, we can not police every small thing that they do on this basis. The guy picked up a cigar, that too once on a vacation. He’s not that influential that just over this picture thousands will start purchasing and smoking cigars.

Is Smoking Cool?

In this day and age, unfortunately, smoking has become “cool”. Many of us would agree that most of us’ fathers or grand-fathers smoke. In their generation it had become a rite of passage– that is something that men just did.

On the other hand, today it has become “cool” which means even more girls and boys fall prey to the addictive habit. In shoots, male models are shown smoking. What’s the point? Is it aesthetically pleasing? Even Sheheryar Munawar in his latest shoot has a smoking photo.

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A post shared by Sheheryar Munawar Siddiqui (@sheheryarmunawar)

The Access Is Undeniable

Though with developing technology there have come many solutions to the addiction of smoking, it is still just as dangerous and prevalent. For instance, did you know that now there are small filters you can attach to a cigarette? Doing so while smoking reduces your consumption of nicotine by a great percentage.

At the same time, this is also the age of ‘vapes’. Electronic cigarettes which became the ultimate sign of ‘cool’ amongst the youth. Not only have vapes shown to have serious side-effects, but their use is also seriously unhygienic. You’ll know that if someone whips a vape out, everyone in the room will take a turn. How many mouths are too many mouths on a vape?

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Infinix Note 8 – Revamping The Smartphone Experience!

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Nov 17, 2020

Infinix is renowned in Pakistan for bringing the latest technology for the masses and it’s all set to release its latest offering, the Infinix Note 8. Owning up to its predecessor Note 7, Note 8 an upcoming device offers Pakistan’s first 64MP quad rear cameras, supports ultra-night mode and steady video recording expected under 30k price range.

It’s an incredible phone inside out with6.95” dual Infinity-O HD+ display. Powered by an upgraded MediaTekHelio G80 chipset that makes devices incredibly fast and provides a smooth performance which is known for power gaming with improved ANTUTU ranking.

The phone is surely going to demonstrate superior gaming performance in heavier games like PUBG, Call of Duty and Asphalt to name a few. Infinix Note 8’s AI-based power management leads to even longer gameplay. It has 6GB of RAM & 128GB of internal storage. The other amazing feature is split-screen with a one-hand mode that enables multi-tasking.

The upcoming Infinix Note 8has64MP quad ultra HD camera that supports ultra-night mode and steady video recording which you can zoom up to 6X with crystal clear clarity. The new device also has a 16MP front punch hole dual selfie camera that supports Eye focus and AI beauty recording mode. It has also improved AI document mode 2.0, faster debris removal technology.

Moving forward, the new device has a 5200 mAh powerful battery with unique power marathon technology to enhance battery performance. Which stays up to 45 hours call talk time, 141 hours music playback time, 1347 hours standby time and most important 17 hours gaming time. Isn’t amazing??? Not only this but, It supports supercharge technology of 18W with type C and has a Dual charge engine, 8 degrees lower temperature during charging than the last generation.

Who is excited about this upcoming Infinix Note 8 device? The company has yet to release further information later. Stay tuned for more updates we will be revealed soon!

Emax Media To Launch First Urdu OTT Platform “Urduflix” In Pakistan

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Nov 17, 2020

Karachi, 16 November 2020: Emax Media, the internationally acclaimed digital network has forayed into the on-demand streaming segment with the announcement of Pakistan’s first Urdu OTT platform UrduFlix, offering original and exclusive content in Urdu worldwide.

‘UrduFlix’ will provide viewers with access to original Urdu films, series, documentaries, cartoons, and Urdu dubbed Turkish dramas. The new platform brings in a plethora of new-age content- from original to already popular dramas and films, making Emax Media the first-ever independent network in Pakistan to launch a dedicated Urdu OTT platform.

Talking about the launch of the platform, Farhan Ghauhar, founder of UrduFlix shared, “We are excited to announce the launch of Pakistan’s first Urdu OTT platform that will have a recognizable connection to our unique entertainment offerings. With the on-demand streaming culture on the rise around the world, we want to play our part in putting Pakistan and Pakistani content on the global market as well, and compete with international players.”

Emax Media, the highly successful entertainment network has made significant contributions to expand its horizons within Pakistan and abroad by engaging in exclusive activities and pushing to put Pakistan’s work in the global market. Emax Media have also globally partnered with Fox, Disney, Star, and other networks, and have proved to be a great addition to the Pakistani entertainment scene.

The OTT platform is officially expected to launch in mid-January 2021.

5 Mid-Range Phones With Amazing Battery Life!

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Nov 17, 2020

Mid-Range phones with good battery life — Image Source: techthelead.com

It is often said that if you take good care of things, they last even longer. This means that care compels them to last slightly beyond their dedicated timeline. Humans want things to last longer, so they can dwell in their depths longer. Similarly, smartphones should be long-lasting. This does not apply just to the smartphone life itself. It also applies to battery power.

However, many phones are quite expensive when they have a large battery capacity. The Samsung S20 ultra has an amazing battery but it’s well beyond your usual flagship phones. In Pakistan, its price is set at more than Rs.1.5 Lac! So let us take a look at some Mid-Range Phones with good battery life.

Xiaomi Mid-Range Phones — Image Source: techradar.com

1. Xiaomi Redmi Note 8:

Xiaomi is one of the long-standing titans of the budget industry. It is not as old as Samsung or Apple, but it is cementing itself well in history. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 was one of the best budget phones to have ever been released. Similarly, the Note 8 has a fantastic battery life too.

The phone comes with a capacity of 4000mah! This will easily last you a day and more on excess usage. It may even stretch to two days if use is minimal. Going a day or two without the need to charge seems like a good bargain. This is good considering the price of the Phone is currently at Rs.30, 000/-

2. Realme 5i:

Now, this is the contender that is giving Xiaomi Redmi a hard time. Oppo released Realme as a competition to Redmi phones. Where Redmi phones are available on a low to mid-range budget, so are realme phones. Realme 5i is one of the most optimized phones to have ever been released by the company. It comes fitted with a decent Snapdragon processor as well as 4GB ram and 64 GB storage. Additionally, it has a quad-camera array.

The battery life on this phone is at a staggering 5000mah! This can easily last you the phone for two days and can even go three days on minimal use. The writer of this article has used this phone for three days after a full charge!

Realme 5i Mid-Range — Image Source: netmag.pk

3. Tecno Pova:

This can be regarded as a new entry to the market. However, its specifications make it a worthy mention on this list. Due to its features, it is currently being regarded as a gaming mobile. What is the one thing all gamers require, besides the internet? They need a device that does not shut down mid-game. This mid-range phone offers precisely that kind of experience.

The phone comes with a battery capacity of 6000mah! Forget charging your phone for four to five days if you’re going for minimal use. Heavy usage can easily last two to two and a half days! This Mid-Range phone is currently set at a price of Rs.24, 000/-

4. Realme 6:

Realme 6 is the next form of the Realme 5i. It has an even prettier display as well as a chipset. Its battery power is not as strong as 5i, but it’s still worthy of being mentioned.

The phone stands at a capacity of 4300mah. It is only 700mah behind, but that can make a small difference. Nevertheless, this phone can last you for more than two days on minimal usage. On standard and slightly excess usage, you can go on for nearly two days. The price of this set in Pakistan is currently Rs.37, 000/-

Realme Mid - Range phones with good battery — Image Source: root-nation.com

5. Xiaomi Redmi Note 9s:

This is one of the lesser-known phones on this list. Xiaomi Redmi itself is quite a known brand. However, this phone was released with quite a bit of stealth. It is competent in the hands of smartphone users. With its predecessors having a good battery life, it’s no surprise that this one does too.

The Redmi Note 9s is a Mid-Range Smartphone with a battery life of 5020mah. This is slightly more than the Realme 5i and guarantees the same usage time, if not slightly more. The price of this phone is set at Rs.38, 000/- and it is definitely worth the investment!

These are merely a handful of phones with good battery life. They are mid-range, and the battery capacity they provide is worth the investment!

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PSL 2020 Final: Live Streaming, Time & Everything You Need To Know

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Nov 17, 2020

PSL Final 2020 — Image Source: Dunya News

Karachi and Lahore are famous for their eternal need to be on top. Be it a fight of foods, Karachi’s biryani against Lahore’s Chargha, or be it cricket, Karachi vs. Lahore garners quite an audience. I wouldn’t go as far as comparing it with Pakistan India’s cricket match, but they have their hype. And this year, well, PSL has given them another chance at it with the PSL 2020 finale between Karachi Kings and Lahore Qalandars.

The Details of the PSL Finale

So let’s see what it is you need to know about this match. Firstly, the game will be held in the National Stadium on 17th November, that’s today. And you can imagine the traffic that Karachi will see because of that. So please use the routes as indicated by the Karachi Police. The match will start at 8:30 pm but we know how obsessed we are as a nation about cricket so try to get done with your work and rush home way before 7!

Considering there is a pandemic, you have to resolve to watch the match through live streaming. Now that could be through the internet. BSports YouTube channel and Jazz TV, Tapmad and Mjunoon.tv, these are some internet channels you can stream the match. You can use these channels to root for your favourite team to win.

Who is playing?

So who will you be watching on the screens?

From the side of Karachi Kings, you will see Imad Wasim as captain, Mohammad Rizwan as wicketkeeper. Other members include Ali Khan, Awais Zia, Iftikhar Ahmed, Sharjeel Khan, Umer Khan, Aamer Yamin, Arshad Iqbal, Babar Azam, Mohammad Amir, Umaid Asif, Usama Mir, and Waqas Maqsood. Some other players for Karachi Kings are Wayne Parnell, Sherfane Rutherford, Cameron Delport, Chris Jordan, Chadwick Walton, and Alex Hales.

For Lahore Qalandars the team has Sohail Akhtar and Ben Dunk as captain and wicketkeeper respectively. We also have Fakhar Zaman, Tamim Iqbal, Mohammad Hafeez, Samit Patel, Muhammad Faizan, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Dilbar Hussain, Agha Salman, Usman Shinwari, Abid Ali, Jaahid Ali, Maaz Khan, and Raja Farzan. The team also includes David Wiese and Dane Vilas.

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Lahore Qalandars have reached the final after beating Multan sultans on Sunday night. While Karachi Kings had also qualified for the finale after beating Multan. Now the two teams will be at each other’s toe. Interestingly, both of the teams have never won PSL before so any who wins will win a title they have been playing for, for the past 5 years. So best of luck.

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Nike’s Latest Campaign #YouCantStopUs Is Eye-Opening!

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Nov 16, 2020

Usually known for its sportswear line, Nike is a brand everyone aspires to buy from. With such an influence, any brand should make a statement. And so Nike is on the same track. Through their recent ad, they have made a very powerful statement and the statement is multiple folds if one looks at it closely.

#YouCantStopUs

In their new advertisement campaign, ‘#YouCantStopUs’, the brand weaves a narrative for athletes overcoming the obstacles they faced. They made epic use of their signature split-screen montage. In this narrative named ‘Victory Swim’, the story is about Middle-Eastern women leaving the shores to swim into freedom. The ad is crafted by Wieden+Kennedy Amsterdam, where they pay tribute to numerous water sports ranging from surfing to swimming, from scuba diving to rowing, etc. The ad features footwear, apparel, and accessories, among other things.

Dissecting the Ad

The duration of the ad is 90 seconds. And these seconds are comprised of a monologue by a mother who is found teaching her daughter to swim. Throughout the lesson, she gives tips and encourages metaphors for more women to move into and with the water. The montage makes it seem like the water absorbs that piece of advice from that mother and conveys it to so many more aspiring athletes and inspiring women to continue doing what they excel in.

The inspiring female athletes featured in the ad are UAE national rower Maha Al Ameri, amputee swimmer Zainab Al-Eqabi, and triathlete Manal Rostom in training. These three and many more are role models for girls to look up to.

Overcome the mindset

Zainab Al-Eqabi experienced severe pain due to her prosthetic gait. And yet, she didn’t let it stop her and decided to swim. This was in 2011.

It’s an essential message that Zainab, as well as Nike, conveyed. And it is a promise too that they seem to be making. While Zainab says overcome your mindset because that’s what stopping you and not anything else, it is Nike, which is presenting with a swim collection line for hijabi women. It seems that they are saying, “Do not let others tell you that you cannot swim because of your hijab. If you want to swim, well, here is the swim hijab!”

The ad ends with a rendition of Nike’s usual statement, ‘Just do it.’ The mother speaks the rendition at the beginning of the ad. She says to her little girl, who is already swimming in the ocean, “You’re doing it.”

And that’s how the campaign, ‘You can’t stop us,’ makes a statement to be reckoned with.

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COVID-19: Education Minister To Discuss How To Keep Students Safe

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Nov 16, 2020

schools closed — Image Source: The National

While the offices went into work from home, schools also had to shut down courtesy of COVID-induced lockdown. With the entire country in lockdown mode, people were adapting to the new normal. And hence, students as well, be it the school going or university going, were supposed to stay at home. They had to complete their courses, assignments and attend their classes all through online platforms.

The second wave of Covid

But then, as the first wave passed and with proper measures, we could control the spread, the lockdown ended. The schools opened, the workplaces shifted back to the brick and mortar model, and people started having gatherings. Many people would be seen gathering in smaller spaces, making them the hub of the virus spread.

Looking at all, it is not a surprise that the second wave of Coronavirus is once again booming. A significant amount of covid positives are emerging. Those who were safe the first time are also getting it. But the COVID-19 survivors who have been through it once are also prone to getting it once again. And so, this current situation is all the scarier.

Recovered COVID-19 — Image Source: Sciencemag.org

Covid and the schools

Moreover, while offices employ adults, schools have young children or teenagers. The health of these younger Pakistanis should be our utmost priority. And therefore, the tweet by the Ministry of Federal Education met with positivity. The tweet read:

“Federal Minister Education @Shafqat_Mahmood will chair an important meeting of provincial Education Ministers at #NVOC today to discuss the latest #coronavirus situation in the country. Minister has stated categorically that the health of students is our top priority.”

Federal Minister Education @Shafqat_Mahmood will chair an important meeting of provincial Education Ministers at #NVOC today to discuss latest #coronavirus situation in the country.Minister has stated catagorically that health of students is our top priority #Schools #Pakistan

— Ministry of Federal Education/ProfessionalTraining (@EduMinistryPK) November 16, 2020

People’s Reactions

People reacted to this news in affirmation. One such responder signaled to numerous positive cases in his school. According to him, there was no policy regarding 14-day quarantine for positive patients. So all those individuals might have become carriers for the spread.

The schools should be closed , we have many cases in our schools but the school doesn’t even care to give us 14 days of to quarintine ourselves.

— random kid (@shamirwaseem2) November 16, 2020

Sir not only schools but Universities must be closed immediately. As several of bright students had lost their lives to Covid. Unfortunately all of their past achievements are gone with the wind.Can anyone of us afford any further casualties because of this wrath of God.A big No!

— Xeenat Bahar Xeerak (@Serene_Aqua) November 16, 2020

Another person talked about how even students, young people, have succumbed to coronavirus—all their struggles to attain education, all gone because of the pandemic.

So it is high time the ministry meets up to discuss the current situation. Whatever the solution they come up with, be it the closure of schools or a better way of containing the virus without closing the schools, it will probably be better than how the educational institutes are currently dealing with COVID-19.

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Hyundai To Launch 10 New Hybrid, PHEV And Electric Vehicles By 2022

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Nov 16, 2020

The world is progressing quite faster than expected at times. Where Alan Turing was breaking the enigma using the computer, now Quantum computing is becoming a thing. Even in space research, Elon Musk is pushing the limits of the human approach. Mars Colonization seems more and more like a possibility now. Of course, none of us wants to end up like the characters from Doom or Dead Space!

In the automobile industry, complete combustion is being replaced by electric and hybrid vehicles now. Tesla is a swiftly rising company in this regard. From Model S to Model Y, all vehicles employ State-of-the-art technology. With the speed this is progressing, the flying cars of ‘Back to the future 2’ may not be entirely impossible! Speaking of automobiles, Hyundai is making another power move. Hyundai intends to Launch 10 New PHEV, Electric and Hybrid Vehicles by 2022!

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The Automobile Era

There was a time when people preferred to drive manual vehicles quite a lot. But that was a time when Manual was the prime option for people. It was nearly impossible to get one’s hands on an automatic. Now, Automatic vehicles are more common than the number of McDonald’s in the US. Similarly, when Hybrid Vehicles came out, they were all the rage.

You’d often find yourself wondering how exactly does the hybrid work. Vehicles like Aqua and Prius are capable of running at an average of 20+km to the liter. That is more than your run-of-the-mill impressive. So Hyundai recently announced its decision to release 10 New vehicles. Three of those are electric, and one is even a fuel cell.

Hyundai And The Milestone

The three electric has two Ioniq models in them. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ioniq 6 are scheduled to be released as electric vehicles. Seven of the ten are to be SUVs. Hyundai also intends to upgrade some of its previous models as well as bring more models to light. Among some of the hybrid models are, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson, and Hyundai Santa Fe. That last one’s name seems familiar!

The newer models of Tucson in 2021 and 2022 both are set to impress and baffle the audience. It is quite a massive bound forward for the company, and it deserves a round of applause. When talking about fuel cells, Hyundai intends to release one of those too. It goes by the name of NEXO, and it is due for an upgrade by next year.

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Glancing At The Future

We cannot promise how efficient the vehicles maybe, but they surely cannot disappoint. Hyundai has had a history of releasing up-to-date and efficient cars. It even has a long-running line of commercial vehicles from twenty years ago that still function.

This recent news development has set Hyundai on the track of the electric era. It is an ongoing race with more and more brands joining every day. Who knows, maybe we see Hyundai electric and hybrid more commonly in the country now!

Now, this can be considered as quite a significant step for Hyundai. This is because the company is moving precisely towards the same place that the world is moving.

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COVID-19 Survivors Fight Insomnia & Anxiety After Recovery

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Nov 16, 2020

The pandemic has been quite on the rise for some time now. It took over the word halting tourism, and operations of many more industries that require mobility. And for some time, many countries even locked their borders. But even with restrictions on movements slowly easing up, people are still wary about even leaving their refuge, their houses. While almost everyone had to lock themselves up, the covid victims had to exercise complete isolation. And so, the COVID-19 survivors were bound to undergo stress.

Numerous researches have been conducted on this pandemic, physiological as well as psychological. And all of them have stated that a certain percentage of them get subjected to one or the other mental disorder, it could be depression, and it can also be dementia. Now that this one virus has infected 54.4 million people and counting, any percentage of this will be a large number.

Covid results in mental disorders

And when the number is as large as 18.1%, one can only dare imagine the number of survivors who just recovered from a significant illness only to be subjected to another disease. Khaleej Times reported that according to a recent Lancet study, about 18.1% of COVID-19 survivors develop a mental disorder within 14 to 90 days of the virus.

Someone who has gone through the COVID-19 process will relate that the illness restricts their breathing. But while one is dealing with difficult breathing and diarrhea, they start having anxiety. Considering that there have been deaths as a result of covid, the anxiety is not baseless. The loneliness, insomnia, depression all together makes one anxious.

What professionals have to say

“The virus might be directly affecting the brain in some ways, maybe through the immune system, which leads to the mental health problem,” Paul Harrison, professor of psychiatry at the University of Oxford, told a publication.

Simon Wessely, regius professor of psychiatry at King’s College London, said:

“COVID-19 affects the central nervous system, and so might directly increase subsequent disorders. But this research confirms that is not the whole story, and that this risk is increased by previous ill health.”

A senior pulmonologist, Dr. Parkar, a famous doctor in Mumbai, contracted the virus as well. The 62-year-old diabetic said he experienced memory loss after discharge from the hospital. In talks with a publication, he said:

“I rarely cry, except when my mother died. But Covid-19 was pure trauma… like seeing death and coming out of it. While I was in the hospital with Covid, I would break down and cry every time a colleague called me.”

The whole ordeal with Covid-19 is a new phenomenon considering doctors, researchers, and the general public are also struggling to understand it. Now and then, other research surfaces that associate a news problem or a troubling consequence of COVID-19. So we need to be supportive of all the COVID-19 survivors while researchers do their best to understand the pandemic on our behalf.

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Deepak Perwani just Celebrated Diwali & Pakistanis Have A Lot To Say!

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Nov 16, 2020

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Deepak Parwani celebrated Diwali with some friends and family and Pakistanis are not happy…

What’s Diwali?

Diwali is basically a festival of lights. It is one of the major festival celebrated mainly by Hindus, Jains and Sikhs. The festival usually lasts five days and celebrated during the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika. So in other words, just like Muslims have Eid, Hindus have Diwali. They are happy events for both the communities which they anticipate and want to spend with joy.

Deepak Perwani, the famed designer, held a Diwali party!

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Is It Wrong For Us To Celebrate?

In matters as sensitive as this, we need to approach the labels of ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ with caution. Can it be wrong to celebrate any religious event even if it is not your own? In a larger sense, no it can not be.

There are many who have Hindu friends and family. Celebrating this festival is a good gesture towards them and also a sign of respect towards them. If someone in Pakistan is holding a Diwali get together for their Hindu acquaintances, how is it wrong? Would we not love someone holding an Eid dinner for us if we were not at home?

Such gestures do nothing to one’s own faith but they go a long way in moving beyond political animosities.

However, Is It Unnecessary At Times?

On the other hand, if people are celebrating it without being from the religion that actually believes in it then yes it can be unnecessary. If one also has no relations to anyone who celebrates it or if one is doing simply as an excuse to dance the night away, it is problematic.

Diwali, like other religious events, is not a Halloween. Dressing up as part of the community and celebrating it without having any connections with them is not different from Halloween at all. The attendees at Perwani’s party can be seen wearing sarees and bindi:

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People Didn’t Hold Back From Commenting!

Hopping On The Bandwagon Too Much

Same goes for Christmas in Pakistan too! In our society, it is becoming increasingly common for us to celebrate all events that foreigners do. There are Christmas parties and lunches too. However, Christmas is also an event for Christians that is affiliated with their religion. When and if you have no connection with a Christian, or aren’t one yourself, what’s the show for?

Would we like non-Muslims, having no Muslim friends, celebrating Eid the usual way? We’re not sure. Many would jump to gun and start bashing them for undermining Eid’s religious implications. So why don’t we use the same idea there?

Syra Yousuf & Sheheryar Munawar’s New Photoshoot Sets Internet On Fire!

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Nov 16, 2020

Syra Yousuf and Sheheryar Munawar’s latest shoot has everyone sweating and speculating and we’re here for the chemistry!

A Moment of Chance

What happens when two of the most good-looking people in Pakistan’s acting industry come together? This shoot, this heat and this chemistry come about. For OK Pakistan’s Fall edition, they have come together against the backdrop of ‘Fall Romance’.

Syra Yousuf is one of those women whose beauty can never be dulled by anything. She could be wearing a dress made out of rags and still look as ethereal as it is humanly possible. The grace, the elegance and the effortless look she has is just to die for!

On the other hand, we have none other than Shehryar Munawar who not only is a great actor but also a heartthrob for Pakistan! Ever since his debut in acting, he’s also amassed several thousand fans because of his dashing looks.

Now, when both of these come together, we see a first-of-its-kind shoot that is beyond this world.

Don’t Believe Us? Check Out The Pictures!

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Social Media Can Not Handle It

Social media users across all platforms can not handle this heat. Many have leapt to asking for ‘Nikkah pics’! Check out their reactions here:

a photoshoot i never knew i NEEDED till i got it #SyraYousuf #SheheryarMunawar pic.twitter.com/fbY7MvLVlb

— ᵇᵃʳᵉᵉʳᵃʰ (@bareeeeeerah) November 15, 2020

hello yes where do I sell my soul to be syra yousuf?

— punkistan (@pvnkistan) November 15, 2020

Can’t believe that Syra Yousuf photoshoot brought out everyone’s loneliness 😭😭

— Taaaa (@T_A_101) November 15, 2020

Ab is awam ka maqsad Syra Yousuf Aur Sheheryar Munawar ki shadi karwana hai.
Nida Yasir se kam nai ho tum loog bhe

— Abbas Ibne Gohar 🇵🇰 (@abbasszaidi110) November 16, 2020

syra yousuf & sheheryar munawar’s photoshoot is giving me life rn 🥵🔥

— megha ❄️ (@GirlBerryman) November 16, 2020

Why Is This Shoot So Special?

The effortlessness and the balmy effect that’s constructed in this shoot is giving it its appeal. The shoot is by no means ‘vulgar’ or provocative. The two are well-dressed and keeping their space yet it just screams comfort and chemistry. It’s in the expressions, in the small touches and just perhaps, the overall vibe they created on the set.

People Are Rooting For Syra

People were confused after Shehroz Sabzwari got married a few moons after his divorce from Syra. Why? Because firstly, how does one think about letting go of a human as ethereal as her? Secondly, if there’s anyone who deserved better, it was her!

Yet that woman even in that hour of such intense public scrutiny remained decent and classy and won more hearts. She did not take a single jibe at her former husband or his new wife. That’s also exactly why people are all on board the Syra-Sheheryar train. There’s no couple that can look as good as they did together!

Is this meant to be for her? We guess we’ll have to find out later. Until then, we’ll be getting these pictures framed!

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PTCL Implements Attendance-On-The-Go For Contactless & Safe Working Environment

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Nov 16, 2020

As there is no ‘playbook’ for organizations attempting to maneuver a crisis on the scale of a global pandemic, companies like PTCL understand the importance for the business to transition back to routine gradually and it is even more vital to keep employees safe at the workplace.

PTCL, in a step towards digitalization of its processes, has launched ‘Attendance-on-the-Go’ to record the daily attendance of employees at its Headquarter in G-8/4 Islamabad.

Electronic attendance can be marked through smartphone devices, using in house developed mobile application, known as PTCL Vibe App – an Employee Self Service Application, within the geo-tagged office premises to ensure smooth contactless Attendance Management.

The company is striving to automate its processes to enhance Employee Digital Experience. The organization has successfully geo-fenced its office buildings and is using google marker to locate the employee’s location in order to mark attendance.

In phase 1, this new e-attendance feature was launched at PTCL HQ in October 2020 to support employees as they transition back to work from ‘work from home’. Going forward, the company plans to implement this system in more than 100 other office buildings in the next phase across the country.

In order to facilitate its employees, PTCL is constantly working to develop a comprehensive portfolio of digital services to raise efficiency and reduce human factor in transactions. Its endeavor is to promote innovation and technological advancement by upgrading electronic systems and applying the best available modern and latest solutions.

PSL 2020: Pakistanis All Set For Lahore Qalandars Vs Karachi Kings!

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Nov 16, 2020

What do people do when they need to kill time? How do they get across the daily grind of their lives? As Stephen King’s ‘Shining’ tells us, all work is not good for anyone. So, we invented sports. The concept of football is so old, it dates back decades and decades. There was a time when children used to play stickball on the street as well as other similar games.

The Afghans used to play a horse-riding game, which resembled polo, back in the 70s and 80s. Similarly, the English came up with a game known as cricket. Following up years of evolution, Cricket became one of the most widely played games ever. So, with the PSL going on, Lahore Qalandars Vs Karachi Kings is a much-anticipated match. They fight over Biryani and Pulao and now they are going to face each other in cricket!

Two Teams Collide:

With PSL season in the country, every cricket fan seems to be enveloped by it. Be it World Cup fans or people who regularly follow cricket, the PSL fever is upon all of them. You’d see the cities ripe with spirit and rejoice as they anticipate the upcoming final. The final is scheduled to be between two of the hyped-over teams of the league.

It is not just because of the line up of the teams that the final is anticipated. It is also because it is between Lahore and Karachi. Lahore Qalandars Vs. Karachi Kings is going to be a match with a higher audience than usual. Matches like these can be rare to see, so it’s going to be huge. Even Twitter has exploded with tweets and memes, which are simply hilarious!

Can't wait enough to watch this thriller.😭#Qalandars #LQvMS #LQvsKK pic.twitter.com/WGNHCjiobU
— Rabbia Shahzad (@dr_optimist_) November 15, 2020

Just imagine how happy this Man will be right now.. Rana🖤#LQvsKK pic.twitter.com/iu4QKhfh24
— Syed Muhammad Anees 🇵🇰🖤🇨🇳 (@Za_maraaaaa) November 15, 2020

The Ground Is Set:

With everything set, the match is said to take place sooner than later. Being a fan, you already know the date! The writer of this article has the chance to ask some cricket fans for their views on the PSL final. Many said that Lahore is a good team, according to statistics. On paper, it is quite brilliant, but they cannot disregard Karachi Kings at all. This is because that team also has a lot of support.

Of course, there are always fans on either side. Lahore Qalandars have fans sitting here in Karachi and vice versa. It gives everyone a sense of healthy competition and spirit to partake in team support. It doesn’t matter which side one is on, so long as they don’t launch personal attacks on the other party.

Are You Ready For A Big Final! 💚😂#LQvsKK pic.twitter.com/v9y4gTuS0T
— ʜᴀᴍᴍᴀᴅ 🚬 (Laraib) 🎂 (@Kharoos_Hun_Yar) November 15, 2020

Karachi and Lahore fans right now..#LQvsKK #PSL2020 pic.twitter.com/E9BBmEe0qF
— Ziᴀ (@ziarayman) November 15, 2020

Onwards Towards Victory:

That being said, the Pakistanis are all set to witness a battle of the provinces. It is recommended you don’t take this beyond the spirit of sport. Now that could be disastrous. Each team has a good line up, and a lot of people see this is a credible win for Lahore Qalandars.

With this, we wish both the teams the best of luck. May the best team attain a glorious victory!

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TikTok Star Romaisa Khan Opens Up About Leaked Video Allegations

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