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OKARA: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced empowering Al-Qadir University’s students with laptops, scholarships and e-bikes, as Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi have been convicted in the £190m Al-Qadir Trust case on Friday. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched the “CM Honhaar Scholarship” in the Okara division, handing over cheques to the students and unveiling brand new Core i7 laptops for the students. CM Maryam announced the construction of a medical college, girls’ hostel and underpass in Okara. A total of 1,438 students of the division will receive Honhaar scholarships worth more than Rs72.9 million and many more students from other universities like Sahiwal University, the University of Okara, and the University of Veterinary Animal Sciences also benefit. She said, “The people should have direct access to public office holders. The talented students are getting scholarships without any discrimination. I thank Allah Almighty for granting me t...

Actor Justin Baldoni has filed a $400 million lawsuit against Hollywood couple Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, accusing them of civil extortion, defamation, and invasion of privacy. Baldoni alleges that the couple sought to hijack his upcoming film, It Ends With Us, by fabricating allegations of sexual misconduct. The 179-page complaint, filed by Baldoni against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and others mentions a “megastar friend” believed to be Taylor Swift, according to court documents. “This is a case about two of the most powerful stars in the world deploying their enormous power to steal an entire film right out of the hands of its director and production studio.” Justin Baldoni also claims that Taylor Swift and Reynolds pressured him into accepting Lively’s script rewrites, which conflicted with his vision for the movie, particularly a pivotal rooftop scene. The ongoing feud reportedly began in December 2024 when Lively accused Baldoni, his company CEO Jamey Heath, and ...

STOCKHOLM: Swedish table tennis players Emil Ohlsson and Fredrik Nilsson have shattered the Guinness world record for the longest table tennis rally. Known as the Spin Duo Emil Ohlsson and Fredrik Nilsson set a new record which lasted an astonishing 13 hours, 37 minutes and 6 seconds. The record-breaking feat took place at Slice Malmö, a ping-pong bar in Malmo, Sweden. Both players underwent intense physical and mental training over four months which ultimately paid off. They lobbed the ball back and forth without a single break, fueled by determination and cheered on by friends and family who celebrated at the finish. The players even managed to eat while keeping the ball in play, showcasing their unwavering focus and multitasking skills. The record-breaking rally was closely monitored by technical support to ensure that it met the strict criteria of being continuous with no breaks between passes. When Ohlsson and Nilsson surpassed the previous record, held by two players from...

LAHORE: The Punjab Home Department has introduced a digital system for managing arms licenses, enabling citizens to apply for and modify their licenses online. This initiative aims to enhance transparency, efficiency, and convenience in the process. Previously, citizens had to physically visit the Home Department to make changes or modifications to their arms licenses. However, with the new online facility, license holders can now submit applications for changes in category, number of bullets, and other modifications from the comfort of their own homes. The online system, developed in collaboration with the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), allows citizens to manage tasks such as license transfer, renewal, and issuance of duplicate licenses digitally. This eliminates the need for in-person visits, saving time and effort for applicants. Key Features of the Digital System: Online Applications: Citizens can apply for new arms licenses or modify existing ones onl...

Netflix has dropped the trailer for its upcoming anime film, The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep, based on Andrzej Sapkowski’s short story, A Little Sacrifice. The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep takes inspiration from Sapkowski’s world but presents it with a fresh visual style, where characters have strikingly perfect, almost “superhero-like” appearances. In The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep trailer, Geralt of Rivia, the famous monster hunter, stands out with a more emotional portrayal than usual. His animated face looks closer to Henry Cavill, who played Geralt in Netflix’s live-action The Witcher series, though fans may notice differences from the grittier, less polished Geralt in Sapkowski’s books. The English voice cast features familiar names. Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt in The Witcher video games, reprises his role, adding a nostalgic touch for fans of the games. Joey Batey, who played Jaskier in the live-action series, is also back to voice the animated version of the bard. In...

The trailer for The Alto Knights, the latest Mafia drama starring Robert De Niro, has officially dropped, and it’s already causing a stir among fans and film enthusiasts. The film The Alto Knights, directed by Barry Levinson and written by Goodfellas scribe Nicholas Pileggi, marks Robert De Niro’s return to the world of organised crime. A realm he’s made iconic with roles like Vito Corleone in The Godfather Part II, Al Capone in The Untouchables, and James Conway in Goodfellas. In The Alto Knights, Robert De Niro takes on a truly unique challenge: playing both of the central characters, notorious crime bosses Vito Genovese and Frank Costello. Set in 1950s New York, the film chronicles their once-close friendship, which unravels due to jealousy and betrayal. This eventually leads to the infamous moment in 1957 when Genovese orders a hit on Costello, a pivotal event in Mafia history. The newly released The Alto Knights trailer gives viewers a glimpse of the intense drama to come. ...

Famous Indian film director and screenwriter Ram Gopal Varma has sparked a storm on social media following the claims about Game Changer’s box office collection. The big-budget film, starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani, hit theatres on January 10.” The movie Game Changer, directed by S Shankar, was expected to perform well at the box office, especially given the recent success of South Indian films. While Game Changer did not manage to make the same explosive start as Pushpa 2: The Rule, it still garnered an average response in its opening days. As of the latest reports, the film has earned approximately INR96.15 crore in India. However, its worldwide earnings have raised eyebrows, especially after the film’s makers claimed an opening day collection of INR186 crore worldwide. This statement quickly attracted criticism from trade experts, who accused the filmmakers of inflating the numbers. According to trade site Sacnilk.com, Ram Charan’s movie earned around INR80 crore on its ope...