Apple Unveils Smartwatch With a Focus on Fitness
Apple has unveiled a new smartwatch with a strong focus on fitness and health, reinforcing its commitment to active lifestyles and personal well-being. The latest device features advanced workout tracking, improved heart-rate and sleep monitoring, and enhanced sensors designed to deliver more accurate health insights. With personalized fitness goals, real-time performance feedback, and seamless integration…
How Science Failed to Unlock The Mysteries of the Human Brain
Despite major advances in neuroscience and technology, science has so far failed to fully unlock the mysteries of the human brain because of its extraordinary complexity. The brain contains billions of neurons and trillions of connections, creating a system far more intricate than any machine humans have built. While tools like brain imaging, AI modeling,…
Tech Weapons We Need To Combat Global Warming
To combat global warming, the world urgently needs advanced technological solutions that reduce emissions, restore the environment, and support sustainable living. Clean energy technologies such as solar, wind, and green hydrogen are essential for replacing fossil fuels, while carbon capture and storage systems help remove existing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Smart grids, energy-efficient buildings,…
The rupee in 2026
Who remembers 1998, when Pakistan’s currency market broke down? The trigger was nuclear testing and the sudden pullback of external financing. The foreign exchange (FX) market melted, confidence evaporated, and multiple exchange rates emerged. You may call that a black swan. But Pakistan’s FX crises did not end there. If we look at the major…
Motorcycle licences at 16 in Punjab: mobility, maturity and the burden of responsibility
The newly proposed initiative has opened a deeper debate about accountability, maturity, enforcement and whether the state is regulating reality or retreating from responsibility. LAHORE: In early December 2025, a province-wide traffic enforcement drive in Punjab created a controversy after police registered over 4,600 cases and arrested around 3,100 people in 72 hours, with officials later stating…
Punjab’s roads, reality and responsibility
Beyond legal frameworks and official statements lies the reality of Punjab’s roads, which are crowded, chaotic and unforgiving. On these roads, underage riders are not anomalies but part of daily traffic. For many families, motorcycles are tools of mobility in cities where public transport is patchy and often unsafe. Public transport systems across Punjab’s urban…
Terms and conditions for 3-day Basant celebrations in Lahore notified
LAHORE: The Lahore deputy commissioner (DC) on Monday formally notified the terms and conditions for celebrating Basant, which will only be celebrated in Lahore district from Feb 6 to 8. The notification, a copy of which is available with Dawn, did not specify any particular area for flying kites, implying that the government had allowed festivities…
Business and finance: prioritise a nature-positive
In business and finance, prioritising a nature-positive approach means going beyond sustainability to actively protect, restore, and enhance the natural environment while creating long-term economic value. By investing in renewable resources, biodiversity protection, and environmentally responsible supply chains, companies can reduce risks linked to climate change and resource scarcity while strengthening resilience and profitability. Nature-positive…
Cultural Heritage Sites: Preserving the Past for Future Generations
Cultural heritage sites are the living testament to our collective history, embodying the values, traditions, and achievements of past civilizations. These sites, which include ancient ruins, historic buildings, monuments, and landscapes, are invaluable resources that offer insight into our cultural identity and historical development. Preserving these sites is crucial not only for honoring the legacy…
21 Trendiest Fashion to Follow in 2026
Fashion in 2026 is defined by a powerful blend of innovation, sustainability, and expressive style, where futuristic minimalism meets nostalgic glamour. Sculptural silhouettes, luxe knitwear, and tailored trousers dominate wardrobes, while sheer fabrics, dramatic outerwear, and bold accessories add artistic flair. Sustainability is no longer optional, with eco-friendly materials and regenerative fashion leading the industry,…
