Political Bombshell
Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s recent allegations have sent shockwaves rippling through Pakistan’s political landscape. The idea that high-ranking military officials allegedly meddled in the political affairs of the country raises serious concerns about our democratic principles and how much they matter on a national level. We cannot afford to dismiss these allegations as mere political manoeuvring; they strike at the heart of our democratic process and demand the attention of the public as well as those in power. Pakistan stands at a political and economic crossroads, and the choices we make now will shape the future of our nation. It is high time that the nation stands up for transparency and the principles of democracy that form the bedrock of our society.
Source:The Nation
February 17, 2024 00:36 UTC
Harbor Custom Development, Inc., Announces Intentions to Liquidate via Chater 11 Plan
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Source:The Express Tribune
February 17, 2024 00:06 UTC
HTHS postpones fundraiser following medical issue with student
From Tribune staff reportsTRUSSVILLE — Hewitt-Trussville High School students were sent back to class during a Valentine’s Day fundraiser on Friday that was sponsored by the Student Council. HTHS principal notified parents by email, updating them on the situation and explaining his decision. “I am writing to inform you that today during the Student Council Valentines Fundraiser we had a student have a medical related issue; that student is doing better at this time,” King wrote. It is our intention to reschedule the fundraiser for another date.”Trussville Fire and Rescue Chief Tim Shotts said his department responded to the incident to administer aid. The condition of the student is not known at this time.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 16, 2024 22:34 UTC
Peter Jacob’s contribution to human rights acknowledged
The event was joined by journalists, lawyers, teachers, human rights activists, and representatives of diplomat missions including; USA, UK, Canada, France, and European Union. The human rights challenges persist due to the disturbing interventions carried out religio-political forces misusing the religion for their vested interests, which result in causing religion-based intolerance and violence. We need to galvanize our strengths and sense of justice to make positive contribution to improve implementation of human rights in the country. The award bestowed upon Peter Jacob is a recognition of the efforts in the field of human rights carried out by civil society in Pakistan. He stated that Pakistan face multiple challenges from human rights, security to geo-political.
Source:The Nation
February 16, 2024 19:13 UTC
OpenAI introduces AI model that turns text into video
Microsoft-backed OpenAI is working on a software that can generate minute-long videos based on text prompts, the company said on Thursday. Sora can create videos of up to 60 seconds featuring highly detailed scenes, complex camera motion, and multiple characters with vibrant emotions. Apart from generating videos from text prompts, Sora can animate a still image, the company said in a blogpost. Social media giant Meta Platforms beefed up its image generation model Emu last year to add two AI-based features that can edit and generate videos from text prompts. OpenAI said it was also developing tools which can discern if a video was generated by Sora.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 16, 2024 18:24 UTC
Female store clerk takes down robbery suspect in Fultondale
From Tribune staff reportsFULTONDALE — A Birmingham man picked the wrong Fultondale business to target for a theft and found out the hard way, according to the Fultondale Police. “On Sunday, Adolph Grimmett, 61, of Birmingham, thought it was a good idea to come to Fultondale to steal beer from a local business,” police said. Grimmett was confronted by a female clerk and he assaulted her in an attempt to flee, according to police. He discovered that this was a major mistake when the female clerk fought back. “When we arrived on the scene the clerk was sitting on top of the offender,” police said.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 16, 2024 18:13 UTC
Indigenisation and Technological Sovereignty: Key to Pakistan’s Defence Evolution urge CASS Seminar Speakers
Air Marshal Farooq Habib (Retd), Senior Director at CASS, opened the seminar by stressing the complexity and unpredictability of technological evolution in military contexts. He emphasised the necessity for Pakistan’s defence sector to adaptand evolve in response to these advancements to maintain strategic and tactical superiority. He called for an indigenisation strategy that supports the development of homegrown technologies, ensuring that Pakistan’s defence sector remains competitive and innovative. The seminar underscored the urgent need for Pakistan to embrace indigenisation and support homegrown technologies for enhanced national security and defence autonomy. As emerging technologies continue to reshape the landscapeof modern warfare, strategic, policy-oriented approaches are essential for Pakistan todeal with the challenges and opportunities presented by this new era of conflict.
Source:The Patriot
February 16, 2024 15:47 UTC
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10 times Pakistani musicians were unhinged
Here’s a rundown on the times Pakistani celebrities treated fans with pure, unhinged content on X, formerly Twitter - musicians edition. Abay inkay baap ka mulk thori hai — hasan raheem (@hasanraheeem) May 9, 2023Sorry meri dard ki goliyon ka asar utar raha hai — hasan raheem (@hasanraheeem) January 2, 2024Remember back when you could get away with drawing the most horrendous fan art? Of course, like many fans of the Pakistani cricket team, emotions run high (with higher odds of disappointment). “Nihayat hi koi toxic relationship hai Pakistan cricket aur qudrat ke nizam ka” (There’s a very toxic relationship between Pakistan cricket and the order of universe). Nihayat hi koi toxic relationship hai pakistan cricket aur qudrat ke nizam ka — Asim Azhar (@AsimAzharr) November 1, 2023Have something to add to the story?
Source:The Express Tribune
February 16, 2024 13:30 UTC
Playing with Public Mandate
In the realm of academic theory, the concept of the public mandate holds a significant position, especially within representative democracies. It embodies the perceived legitimacy to govern, derived from popular support expressed through electoral processes. Yet, in Pakistan’s tumultuous political landscape, the notion of a public mandate has often been elusive, tangled within a history marked by prolonged periods of martial law and a political legacy steeped in martyrdom. They vehemently argued that despite allegations of rigging, the overwhelming support for Khan and his party was undeniable, positioning PTI as the rightful inheritor of the people’s mandate. Amidst the chaos of an unpredictable and disappointing electoral outcome, PTI crafted its own narrative, one that portrayed the party as the aggrieved party whose mandate was being stolen.
Source:The Nation
February 16, 2024 08:52 UTC
Attention-grabbing
The nation barely made it through the teaser; apparently, PDM 2.0 will have a full five-year spectacle. Despite botching their initial attempt at “saving” Pakistan, this motley crew of “patriotic” politicians will soon try again. The way this agreement came to be would irritate PML-N supporters as well as PTI supporters who voted for change. They were informed that Nawaz Sharif would take office for a fourth term as prime minister following these elections. It was a sombre reminder of all that he had accomplished and was forced to forfeit over his career when he chose to hand over the government to Shehbaz Sharif instead.
Source:The Patriot
February 16, 2024 05:27 UTC
Two Muzaffargarh girls burnt alive in house fire
MUZAFFARGARH - Two minor sisters burn to death while another girl sustained injuries as hut of wood caught fire in Basti Goram Pitafi Chowk on Thursday. According to Rescue officials, three minor girls including two sisters were present into their house when suddenly fire erupted in hut made with wood near Basti Goram Pitafi Chowk, Mondka Road. As a result, seven years old Hijab daughter of Ansar and eight years old Nayyab daughter of Ansar burnt alive while eight years old Dua Fatima daughter of Abid sustained serious burn injuries as 84 percent body burnt. MEDIATOR KILLED IN BRAWLMediator in the fight was killed by repeated strike of dagger at Alipur Road, Chowk Munda here on Thursday. However, the move to resolve the brawl enraged Muhammad Hassan further, who attacked Naveed Iqbal with the dagger, and killed him on the spot.
Source:The Nation
February 16, 2024 03:25 UTC
2 men dead in fiery crash in Jefferson County
From Tribune staff reportsJEFFERSON COUNTY — Two people were found dead in a vehicle following a fiery crash in north Jefferson County, according to Lt. Joni Money of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. According to Jefferson County Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates, the two deceased individuals were adult males. Yates is still working to identify the victims and determine the exact cause of death. At 1:53 a.m. Thursday, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a vehicle crash in the 5000 block of Snowville Brent Road in North Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Traffic Accident Reconstruction Team was activated and will be conducting the investigation into this incident.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 16, 2024 02:23 UTC
Search underway for 13-year-old missing in Jefferson County
From Tribune staff reportsJEFFERSON COUNTY — Deputies from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office are asking the public to be on the lookout for a 13-year-old Jefferson County boy missing since Tuesday, according to Lt. Joni Money of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Money said Jason Gonzalez was last seen around 10 p.m. in Quinton. He is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 135 lbs. The sheriff’s office is currently searching the area near Bluff Creek Road, but have public is asked the public refrain from entering the woods in the area due to hazards. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Gonzalez, you are asked to contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 15, 2024 23:22 UTC
Petrol and diesel are likely to be expensive today
ISLAMABAD: The caretaker government may increase the price of petrol and diesel after the exchange adjustment for the next 15 days starting from February 16, 2024. However, without the exchange adjustment, petrol prices are likely to increase by Rs 1.97 per liter with the ex-depot sale price rising to Rs 274.86 per liter from Rs 272.89 per liter. Similarly, without exchange adjustment, diesel price is likely to increase by Rs 9.20 per liter from Rs 278.96 to Rs 288.16 per liter. Kerosene prices are also likely to increase by Rs 1.57 per liter from Rs 186.62 per liter to Rs 188.19 per liter if the dollar-rupee exchange rate is not adjusted. According to official sources, the caretaker government may increase the price of petrol by Rs 1.47 per liter and the price of High-Speed Diesel (HSD) by Rs 7.50 per liter after the exchange adjustment.
Source:The Patriot
February 15, 2024 18:02 UTC
PTI nominates PM and CMs, announces protest movement
The announcement follows a meeting at Adiala Jail with PTI founder Imran Khan, according to acting PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan. Barrister Gohar announced the initiation of nationwide protest demonstrations on Saturday against perceived rigging in the general election. He cautioned the public against potential harassment and false flag operations during the protest, urging massive participation for the future of Pakistan. Meanwhile, PTI leader Asad Qaiser has labeled the February 8 elections as the worst in Pakistan's history and called for concerted action against electoral malpractice. The coming days are likely to witness heightened political tensions as PTI mobilises its supporters and engages in nationwide protests against perceived election malpractice.
Source:The Express Tribune
February 15, 2024 17:02 UTC