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This picture shows men and women working in a textile factory. — Reuters/FileGPG in Pakistan is 25 per cent based on hourly wages.Pakistan’s GPG is higher than that of regional countries.GPG here is however way better in the formal economy.Pakistan’s gender pay gap (GPG) remains a significant issue, with the country exhibiting a wide disparity in remuneration between men and women, states a report issued by the International Labour Organisation (ILO).As per the report, Pakistan presents one of the highest gaps worldwide between male and female employment rates. When considering the workforce composition, the GPG in Pakistan is 25% based…
People move through a dusty road, as air quality reduces ahead of the winter in Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 4, 2024. — ReutersOnly seven countries met World Health Organisation (WHO) air quality standards last year, data showed on Tuesday, as researchers warned that the war on smog would only get harder after the United States shut down its global monitoring efforts.Chad and Bangladesh were the world’s most polluted countries in 2024, with average smog levels more than 15 times higher than WHO guidelines, according to figures compiled by Swiss air quality monitoring firm IQAir. Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados,…
Emily Osment, Jack Anthony take major decision post separationEmily Osment has reportedly finalized her divorce from Jack Anthony, just days after filing for separation.According to TMZ, Osment submitted settlement documents on Monday, March 10, coinciding with her birthday. The filing came three days after she initiated divorce proceedings, citing irreconcilable differences. Moreover, Osment listed their separation date as December 7, 2024, marking the end of their marriage just two months after their October wedding.As per Daily Mail, Osment, known for her roles in Hannah Montana and Spy Kids, has not publicly addressed the split. However, on her birthday, she shared Instagram tributes…
India players celebrate with the trophy on the podium after winning the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 final against New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium in UAE on March 9, 2025. — ReutersPCB Chief Executive Sumair Ahmad Syed sidelined from ceremony.BCCI secretary took to stage despite not being designated individual.Pakistan also complains of special privileges for Indian cricket team.ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged a formal protest with the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the absence of a host nation’s representative on the prize distribution stage following the Champions Trophy final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (March 9).In…
Meghan Markle’s is starting to fall flat with motherhood and parentingMeghan Markle has just been warned about all she has going against her, when it comes to parenting, and her tips for birthday parties, among other things. All this has been said in a piece by Brande Victorian, for The Hollywood Reporter. It began with the writer making note of how, “To an already leery viewer, Meghan, lacking the openness and vulnerability that would allow a naysayer to connect with and change their opinion of her, doesn’t help.”And this has been said despite the fact that the while writer feels…
A series of taxi journeys in Japan reveal supernatural tales of unresolved trauma following the tsunami of 2011.The Japanese city of Kamaishi was almost entirely destroyed in the earthquake and ensuing tsunami of 2011. It was the biggest natural disaster to hit Japan, killing nearly 20,000 people. More than a decade later, local taxi drivers claim to frequently pick up “ghost fares” of the deceased. Passengers spot an increasing number of wild deer which some claim to be intermediaries between the physical and spiritual worlds. A night with Kamaishi’s taxi drivers reveals a community haunted by its loss while still struggling…
ABU DHABI/ WAM The Zayed Humanitarian Foundation, in partnership with the founder’s office, announced the official visual identity of the day of Zayed for humanitarian work, to reflect a renewed vision that enhances the established values of giving, solidarity and humanity that constitute the essence of the humanitarian approach to the UAE, in a move that reflects the firm commitment to the human heritage of the founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, “may God rest his soul”, And enhance his inspiring career in giving, humanitarian action and extending a helping hand to societies. Zayed’s day of…
PTI leaders comprising Salman Akram Raja, Asad Qaiser meet JUI-F delegation including Maulana Abdul Ghafoor Haideri and Senator Kamran Murtaza on March 10, 2025. — Screengrab via Geo NewsJUI-F’s Senator Murtaza, MNA Haideri meet PTI leaders.They convey Fazl’s concerns before formation of grand alliance.Meeting also focuses on collective working inside parliament.ISLAMABAD: The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) talked about bolstering the opposition parties’ platforms, The News reported on Monday.PTI Secretary General Salman Akram Raja and former speaker of the National Assembly Asad Qaiser were reportedly present during the meeting held at the Parliament Lodges. Senator Kamran Murtaza and…
Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte delivers a speech at Club Filipino in San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines, February 13, 2025. — ReutersDuterte served Interpol arrest warrant at Manila’s main airport.Arrest made on ICC’s request concerning extrajudicial killings.Int’l body has no jurisdiction over Philippines: Duterte’s ex-legal aid.MANILA: The Philippines’ firebrand former president Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on Tuesday at the request of the International Criminal Court (ICC) marking a key development in the probe concerning thousands of alleged extrajudicial killings in a bloody “war on drugs” that defined his presidency.The “war on drugs” was Duterte’s signature campaign policy that swept the maverick, crime-busting…
The Civil Hospital Karachi (CHK) in Karachi. — APP/FileKARACHI: Hospitals across the city are witnessing an influx of patients with respiratory illnesses as changing weather conditions take a toll on public health. As per Dr Ruth Pfau Civil Hospital’s emergency in-charge, over 150 patients suffering from respiratory illnesses are visiting the facility daily. Meanwhile, the number of respiratory patients has also exceeded 150 per day at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre as well, a health official from the hospital revealed. Medical experts said that children were the worst hit by increase in respiratory infections. Many patients are arriving with complaints of sore throat,…