Stormzy, 31, has been spotted kissing American singer Victoria Monét, 35, at London’s Heathrow Airport, just three months after his split from TV host Maya Jama. An onlooker revealed, “Both Stormzy and Victoria looked absolutely smitten with each other. They kissed, and when he hugged her, he picked her up in the air.”Victoria Monét and Stormzy spotted kissing in London. Stormzy’s split from Maya Jama, 30, was announced in July, with the former couple issuing a joint statement emphasizing their respect and friendship for each other. The public display of affection between Stormzy and Monét has fueled speculation about their relationship, although neither has commented publicly on the rumors.

Minister for Information declared that no one will be allowed to disrupt the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Islamabad, scheduled for October 15-16. Responding to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) planned protests on the same day, Tarar hinted at strict action against any attempts to disturb the event. Speaking to the media, Tarar emphasized that Islamabad has been fully secured to welcome foreign delegations, including 12 heads of state. He assured that the summit will proceed as planned and will boost Pakistan's international image and economic growth. Meanwhile, PTI has announced a protest at D-Chowk on October 15, calling for the release of detained workers and leaders, while condemning what they term 'unlawful' raids and arrests by the government.

It could’ve provided help, an insurance goal, in what turned out to be a 2-1 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets. I played that position a lot in my career, when I was in Jersey and I had my really good season. “Sometimes you don’t have to score on the power play to give a team momentum. “I thought we got in the zone decently, like our entries were all right, which is good,” Bedard said before the game Thursday about the opener. “But I think right now, earlier (in the power play), the simpler the better.”

While claiming that Pakistan made policy mistakes, IMF Resident Representative in Pakistan Esther Perez on Thursday said strong policies are necessary for the successful implementation of the new loan programme. The IMF representative emphasized the need to create a better and more effective tax system while protecting the social sector. "The new IMF programme is designed to promote growth led by the private sector. In response to a question, the IMF representative said they have tried to assist Pakistan in every way possible. Perez said the tax system is crucial for any country.

favorites against the Oklahoma Sooners for the 120th Red River Showdown Rivalry. Texas has a better quarterback (and backup QB), better players at the skill positions, and a better offensive line. So none of this matters because it’s the Red River Rivalry. One of those turnovers came in the redzone, with Texas reaching the red zone three times and only scoring three points. Score Prediction for the Red River Rivalry: Texas (-14) or Oklahoma?

England won the firt Test against Pakistan by an innings and 47 runs after dismissing the home team for 220 on the fifth and final day of the first Test at the Multan Cricket Stadium here on Friday. Pakistan entered record books by becoming the first cricket team to lose a Test match after scoring more than 500 runs in the first innings. Pakistan have played 11 Test without a win. Pakistan resumed their second innings at 152 for six – needing 115 runs to avoid an innings defeat. Leach pulled off a stunning catch off his own bowling to remove Shaheen Afridi before having Naseem Shah stumped to seal the victory.

A documentary team discovered human remains on Mount Everest apparently belonging to a man who went missing while trying to summit the peak 100 years ago, National Geographic magazine reported on Friday. Climate change is thinning snow and ice around the Himalayas, increasingly exposing the bodies of mountaineers who died chasing their dream of scaling the world’s highest mountain. Briton Andrew Irvine went missing in 1924 alongside climbing partner George Mallory as the pair attempted to be the first to reach Everest’s summit, 8,848 metres (29,029 feet) above sea level. Mallory’s body was found in 1999 but clues about Irvine’s fate were elusive until a National Geographic team discovered a boot, still clothing the remains of a foot, on the peak’s Central Rongbuk Glacier.

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“Pakistan’s stabilizing economy is on a path of recovery. “Pakistan’s recovery is expected to continue, with real GDP growth expected to reach 2.8 percent in FY25,” said Mukhtar ul Hasan, lead author of the report. Growth in imports is expected to exceed growth in exports, leading to a wider trade deficit. Downside risks remain high: the outlook depends on the new IMF-EFF program remaining on track, continued fiscal restraint, and obtaining additional external financing. The Special Focus section highlights the challenges in Pakistan’s power sector, including the escalating CD, operational inefficiencies, and a lack of investment.

Speaking at a seminar on World Mental Health Day at Ayub Medical College, Mr. Ali expressed concern over the rising mental health issues in Pakistan, with over 50 million people affected. He emphasized that the government is focusing on creating a healthy environment for youth and developing drug rehabilitation centers. Experts at the seminar discussed the causes of mental health problems and suggested solutions, while participants appreciated the government’s ongoing healthcare reforms. The event aimed to raise awareness about mental health and highlight government efforts. The seminar was attended by Ayub Medical College CEO Dr. Saqib Malik, Prof Aftab Alam, Founder PHP Sikandar Zaman, and other professionals.

Tank - At least two police personnel were martyred, and three others were injured when unknown gunmen ambushed a police mobile vehicle near an under-construction checkpoint in Pathan Kot on Thursday, according to district police. He also wished for the swift recovery of the injured officers and assured that financial assistance would be provided to the families of the martyred policemen under the Shuhada Package. Funeral prayers for the martyred policemen were held at the Police Lines Tank, attended by a large gathering, including civil society members and senior officials from the Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps (FC), and police. The ceremony, conducted with full official honors, saw law enforcement officers placing floral wreaths on the coffins of the martyred personnel, and a contingent presenting a salute. Sector Commander South Sohail Bajwa and District Police Officer Aslam Nawaz Khan, along with other officers, met with the families of the martyred officers to express their deep grief, sympathy, and solidarity, assuring them of full cooperation.

The Pakistan national women’s football team is scheduled to depart for Nepal on to compete in the SAFF Women’s Championship 2024. The team has been participating in an intensive training camp in Islamabad, led by head coach Adeel Rizki. The camp will continue for the next few days to finalize preparations ahead of the tournament. Pakistan will begin its campaign against arch-rivals India on October 17, followed by a match against Bangladesh on October 20. Both matches will kick off at 4:45 pm Pakistan time.

World Mental Health Day, celebrated annually on October 10th, serves as a crucial reminder of the often-overlooked importance of mental well-being. This year’s theme, “Mental Health at Work,” underscores the urgent need to address mental health within professional environments. In Pakistan, the prevalence of mental health issues is alarmingly high, with an estimated 20 million people affected. For a developing country like Pakistan, where the workforce is already strained due to economic pressures, addressing mental health at work is critical. On this World Mental Health Day, the message is clear: mental health at work must become a priority.

Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said that in the first phase, they are terminating power purchase agreements with five independent power producers (IPPs) promising relief to the inflation-hit people. The federal cabinet under the chair of Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has started terminating the IPPs agreement. Speaking at the Federal Cabinet meeting, Shahbaz Sharif said that by the grace of Allah, the country’s economy is rapidly moving towards stability. He said that five IPPs owners preferred national interest to personal interest, they voluntarily agreed to terminate these contracts, and these IPPs played a key role in the initiation of public relief. The whole cabinet including me is grateful to these IPPs owners.