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Pakistan workforce output per worker rises by only half in three decades

In contrast, output per worker in China grew more than fivefold and quadrupled in Vietnam during similar periods.

COL Group and partners unveil 2027 vertical drama slate in Singapore

The expansion leverages a new operating model to distribute short-form content across 200 countries as the companies scale their global reach.

UAF and Punjab Agriculture Department to mobilise 30,000 students for wheat campaign

The 10-day initiative aims to boost national food security by bringing scientific research directly to farmers across six Punjab divisions.

Arsenal exit League Cup after Fleetwood Town penalty shoot-out defeat

The Premier League side suffered a 5-3 penalty loss, ending a strong run of form and marking a rare cup exit for the club.

Pakistan requires $18 billion for water infrastructure over next decade

The government plans to boost water use efficiency to 70 percent as the Indus Basin Aquifer becomes one of the world's most overstressed systems.

Pakistan targets 70 percent water-use efficiency by 2029

US military spends over $47 billion on Iran war

The total includes over $29 billion to replace expended munitions and $6 billion for equipment losses, though base repair costs were excluded.

Gulf states negotiate multipart peace deal to avert Iran-US war

The diplomatic effort seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift sanctions while reducing the United States' military presence in the Middle East.

Pakistan raises mandatory cash transaction reporting threshold to Rs 3 million

The move expands the limit for reporting large cash movements by 50 percent while expanding the scope of crimes targeted by anti-money laundering laws.

Amy Poehler interviews Noah Wyle on Good Hang podcast

The actors discussed Wyle's award-winning role in The Pitt and the show's upcoming third season scheduled for 2027.

Hilary Rosen appointed as chair of BAFTA following Sara Putt's tenure

The leadership shake-up includes new appointments for the games, television, and diversity committees to oversee major industry funds.

Documentary 40 Watts From Nowhere debuts on Amazon Prime Tuesday

The film explores the history of a pirate radio station in Silver Lake, featuring vintage footage and interviews with music icons.

Elon Musk accuses Ukraine of violating Starlink terms for offensive drone strikes

The tech mogul claims a loophole used for lethal strikes was closed last week, while Kyiv officials deny any breach of service agreements.

Pakistan registers 29 REIT schemes by March 2026

The SECP is exploring these trusts to unlock value from public assets and finance development projects while reviewing property taxes to support growth.

Movistar Plus greenlights eco-thriller Patagonia starring Itziar Ituño

The six-episode series is produced by María Elena Wood and Pereira, with oversight from Sebastián Krekeler, Susanne Frank, and Peter Nadermann.

You Can See Everything ineligible for Directors Guild of America top prize

HBO develops limited series adaptation of The Birds starring Sarah Snook

The project reimagines Daphne du Maurier's 1952 novella and Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 film with a new cast and production team.

Mozilla adds automated form filling to Smart Window browser feature

The update uses data from open tabs and external profiles to streamline job applications and web interactions for beta users.

Takegei Company Limited seeks funding for Japan-Canada film project Wild Zero Overdrive

The production team is pitching the project at the Tokyo Gap-Financing Market to secure international distribution and sales partners.

HRCP warns of rising online sexual abuse of children in Pakistan

In 2021, reports of suspected child sexual abuse material in Pakistan exceeded 2,000,000, highlighting the scale of the digital threat.

Indonesia and Kyrgyzstan launch first co-production film The Land of Jinn

The horror project seeks international partners to bridge a financing gap and secure distribution for the multi-language production.

Crystal Lake becomes Peacock's fourth-most-watched scripted original series

The series also ranked as the third-most-streamed first-season show across all of television during the week of October 19.

Anduril and Qualcomm partner to launch BlueChip laptops in 2027

The laptops will be designed and assembled in the United States, with the US military serving as the first potential customer.

Ford unveils Fathom electric pickup with bidirectional charging capabilities