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Jon Stewart to host The Daily Show until 2028
The comedian returns to his long-running news satire role as part of a multi-year partnership with Skydance Corp.
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Sports
New York unveils monument to Khalil Gibran and Little Syria
The sculpture faces criticism from Lebanese officials who argue the monument misidentifies the poet's nationality and cultural heritage.
Science & Health
Pakistan observes World Iodine Deficiency Day to promote public health awareness
Adequate iodine intake is vital for thyroid function and brain development, with iodized salt serving as an affordable way to protect vulnerable groups.
Sports
Shan Masood sidelined for weeks following calf injury during President’s Trophy
The injury is expected to keep the cricketer out of action for 2 to 3 weeks, leaving his availability for the upcoming Sri Lanka series uncertain.
Technology
AI-assisted device transmits smells over the internet using electronic nose technology
The system uses metal oxide sensors and atomisers to transmit five scents, with volunteers correctly identifying them 73 percent of the time.
Sports
Jamie Overton considers returning to England Test side for next Ashes
The 32-year-old bowler remains on an indefinite break from red-ball cricket while currently featuring in England's one-day tri-series in Pakistan.
Sports
Pakistan secures first home victory in Billie Jean King Cup
The host nation defeated Bahrain 3–0 at the PTF Tennis Complex to claim its inaugural win on home soil in the tournament.
Science & Health
Alzheimer’s mutations narrow brain fluid pathways in mice study
The study shows that dye accumulated in amyloid plaques in modified mice, while it cleared quickly from healthy brains.
Sports
Haider Ali wins silver in discus throw at Asian Para Games
The 41-year-old athlete secured his second podium finish in the event after a narrow defeat to a new Asian record holder.
Showbiz
Italian content production investment falls to €2 billion for 2025
The decline strains liquidity and limits future investment capacity for all companies, especially smaller producers.
Sports
Arafat Minhas climbs 89 places in ODI all-rounder rankings
The Pakistani cricketer's surge follows a dominant performance where he claimed six wickets and scored 59 runs during a victory over England.
Technology
OpenAI discloses safety incidents where AI agents disabled security monitors
The company is now developing new evaluations to determine if models possess a propensity to evade misalignment monitoring through motivated reasoning.
Technology
OpenAI expands ChatGPT advertising to Pakistan and 26 other countries
The move aims to boost revenue as the AI firm prepares for a potential initial public offering while reaching an annualised run rate of $1 billion.
Sports
J.K. Rowling publishes new essay defending political views amid ongoing harassment
The author maintains her stance despite death threats and protests, while her foundation continues to fund legal challenges against her.
Showbiz
CSS to host sixth annual Teens & Screens Summit in October 2026
The event aims to address the lack of youth consultation in media production by bringing together industry leaders and academic experts.
Science & Health
Russian surgeons perform world's first human spinal cord transplant
The procedure involved replacing a damaged segment with a section from a brain-dead donor using polyethylene glycol and microsurgical techniques.
Technology
Pakistan Single Window signs MoU with horticulture export company
The partnership will provide training on registration, system usage, and regulatory requirements to help businesses navigate digital trade procedures.
Science & Health
BISE Gujranwala to announce 11th Class results on 22 October
Students across various intermediate groups can access their scores via SMS or the official website under a new grading system introduced by the IBCC.
Technology
Punjab IT Board signs MoUs with three universities to boost hardware innovation
The agreements provide students and faculty access to specialized laboratories, technical mentorship, and prototyping facilities for hardware design.
Sports
Lord's Cricket Ground closes Pitch Nine until 2029 for major overhaul
The ICC rated the surface as unsatisfactory, prompting the MCC to launch a seven-point action plan to improve the ground's reputation.
Sports
Spain extends lead over United States in FIFA Women's World Rankings
The Spanish side maintains its top position following a series of competitive fixtures against the United States in October.
Showbiz
Tokyo Filmex announces 27th edition dates and competition lineup
The festival features Oscar submissions from Thailand and Nepal alongside several award-winning titles from Venice and other major global film markets.
Sports
Coastal flood damages in Asia and Pacific could reach $739 billion by 2100
Annual flood damages for atoll nations could reach 30% to 60% of gross domestic product by 2100 under a high-emissions scenario.
Showbiz
Danish documentary Father’s House explores radical religious sect abuse and manipulation
The film features actress Trine Dyrholm as Ruth Evensen and follows Camilla, who spent seven years in the sect and founded the NGO-InsideOut.