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Drake equation approaches 65th anniversary as scientists reflect on SETI origins

Drake originally sketched the formula to spark discussion at the first scientific conference on the search for extraterrestrial intelligence.

Brazilian bricklayer travels 2,000 km to meet AI-generated woman

The man sold his belongings to reach the location, only to discover the persona was a digital fabrication with 300,000 followers.

Paradise Lost sells to 118 countries ahead of US premiere

The film follows a mother searching for her son who disappeared nine years prior and has already secured sold-out screenings in major festivals.

Islamabad Traffic Police to launch online driving licence services 19 October

The digital shift aims to eliminate physical visits to police offices by delivering renewed and duplicate licences directly to residents' homes.

Pakistan Establishment Division mandates degree verification and financial surety for returning officers

The new rules aim to ensure civil servants repay state costs and maintain active service after completing foreign scholarships or local studies.

Pakistan cricket board employee dies from electric shock before tri-series

The death occurred while the national team prepares for an ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and England starting in Rawalpindi.

Pakistan reports $18 billion trade data discrepancy to IMF

The gap emerged from inconsistent reporting systems between 2020 and 2025, prompting a government investigation into bilateral trade figures.

World Food Programme to cut Gaza aid as funding falls short

The cuts will reduce daily hot meals from 250,000 to 150,000 and leave families near the Yellow Line with food every other day instead of daily.

Resident Evil leads mainland China box office during weekend frame

The film topped the weekend charts as the total box office for the period reached $26.7 million, trailing the same period in 2025 by 29.2 percent.

Theft of cables and equipment leaves 33 Karachi traffic signals dysfunctional

The city has 94 total signals, and more than Rs10 million in contractor payments remain outstanding despite a Rs100 million government release.

Funding shortage delays restoration of Lahore's Walled City

The Walled City of Lahore Authority is requesting billions of rupees to complete infrastructure projects and underground parking plazas.

Lahore Zoo launches animal adoption scheme to raise funds and awareness

Adopters can choose terms from one month to one year and receive certificates while zoo staff remain responsible for all animal care.

Supreme Court allows convict to file petition without surrendering to police

The ruling clarifies that convicts may approach the court directly for appeals if they surrender to the bench rather than to jail authorities.

England face Pakistan in ODI cricket after Sri Lanka victory

The match follows a rule change that has increased ball swing and lowered pace bowlers' economy rates in the final five overs.

PTI forms committee to probe failed long march and internal leadership

CPPA-G owes CPEC power projects Rs 498 billion in unpaid dues

Delayed payments to Chinese-backed energy firms risk triggering loan defaults and threatening the financial viability of national power generation.

Sébastien Lecornu convenes crisis cabinet meeting following violent protests in France

The meeting follows a weekend where 1,000 police officers were injured and an estimated 1,500 shops and businesses were looted and destroyed.

Austrian Airlines flight from Israel diverts to Bulgaria over bomb threat

The Bulgarian air force scrambled a MiG-29 fighter jet to escort the plane, which carried 51 passengers and suffered no reported injuries.

Luxury vessel with swimming pool spotted off North Korea coast

GEPCO proposes 50 percent increase to share capital limit

The move follows government directives to expand the utility's capital base ahead of a scheduled extraordinary general meeting in October.

World Bank explores collaboration with Smeda to develop Pakistan's small businesses

The partnership aims to formalise support for underserved areas and address critical challenges like export readiness and green finance.

Uzbekistan raises minimum monthly salary for foreign employees to UZS 1.36 million

The hike follows a presidential decree aimed at adjusting national wages and student stipends across the country.

Foreign Secretary Asim Iftikhar Ahmad highlights innovation in national diplomacy

The official urged diplomats to move beyond reacting to global shifts by proactively shaping international trends through technology and public engagement.

Brazil deforestation rates hit record lows in Amazon and savanna regions

The Cerrado savanna saw a 23.8% drop in deforestation as President Lula works toward a goal of zero illegal deforestation by 2030.