what did Hania Amir answer the astrologer?
Pakistan’s playful and playful actress Hania Amir was predicted to get married and divorced this year. Hania Amir gave a sarcastic reply to the astrologer in her signature style that left fans laughing out loud. Hania Amir is Pakistan’s most followed Instagram celebrity. Recently, Hania Amir shared a video of a local TV channel on her Instagram account, in which an astrologer was seen making predictions about her personal life. This unusual prediction did not go unnoticed by Hania Amir.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Blockage in the brain's nerve waste drainage pathway
Experts have warned that blockages in the drainage pathways in the brain could be a warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers said that expanded perivascular spaces (EPVS) are more common in people who are showing early signs of Alzheimer’s. He said that the relationship between EPVS and Alzheimer’s was previously unclear, so the NTU team compared EPVS with other recognized indicators of Alzheimer’s disease. The report said the study also fills an important gap because it includes people from different ethnic groups in Singapore. However, in people with mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s biomarkers were more strongly associated with EPVS than with white matter damage, indicating that EPVS may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
First virtual tour of Gandhara civilization in Islamabad
According to Arab News, in the modern digital Gandhara gallery established in the Islamabad Museum, history is alive as facts behind glass. The gallery presents the history of Gandhara in an artificial intelligence, 3D technology and virtual environment. Visitors to the gallery feel like they are in the virtual Gandhara era as soon as they enter here. This project is also being highly appreciated by domestic and foreign tourists, students and researchers who visit the Gandhara gallery. This gallery will help history students understand the Gandhara civilization and enhance Pakistan’s global identity.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Gold prices surge; rates reach new historical highs
Gold and silver prices have reached new historical highs in global and local markets. The US’s tensions with Venezuela and Iran, the echo of the US Federal Reserve’s further interest rate cut this year, and geopolitical tensions have caused global and local gold and silver prices to touch new historical highs intermittently. After the increase in the global market, the price of gold per tola in the country also increased by Rs7,700 to Rs480,962. In addition, the price of gold per ten grams increased by Rs6,602 to Rs412,347. The price of silver per tola increased by Rs 430 to a new high of Rs 8,895, while the price of silver per ten grams increased by Rs 369 to Rs 7,626.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Pakistan's 15-member squad for T20 World Cup ready
Lahore: The selectors have prepared a possible 15-member list for the three-match series against Australia in Lahore and the ICC T20 World Cup. The national team for the three-match series against Australia in Lahore and the T20 World Cup will be announced soon after the approval of the PCB Chairman, Salman Ali Agha will lead the national team. Before the World Cup, the Pakistani team is to play a three-match T20 series against Australia, which will likely be hosted by the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. After this, both the teams will leave for the World Cup campaign. According to sources, the PCB selection committee has consulted on the 15-member squad in consultation with head coach Mike Hussain and captain Salman Ali Agha.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
major changes in local government system; ordinance issued
There has been a major breakthrough in the local government system in Islamabad, in which the local government elections in Islamabad have been postponed once again, while the President has issued the Islamabad Local Government Ordinance. According to Express News, the President has issued a presidential ordinance amending the Islam Local Government Act regarding the establishment of local government. The ordinance clarifies that local government will mean the union council and town corporation, while where the local government is not functional, the government will appoint an administrator. In addition, each town corporation will include four women, one farmer or worker, one trader or businessman, one youth and one non-Muslim member. At the union council level, general members will be elected through secret ballot, for which the entire union council has been declared a multi-member ward.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Venezuela and his foreign minister the president of Cuba
After declaring himself the president of Venezuela, US President Donald Trump hinted at making his Secretary of State Marco Rubio the president of Cuba. US President Trump shared this post and gave a surprising reply, “I like this idea.”It is not yet clear whether President Trump said this jokingly or whether he really intends to do so. However, the importance of President Trump’s post has also increased because he has warned that Cuba will no longer receive oil from Venezuela. President Trump threatened Cuba to make an agreement with the US or else be prepared to face serious consequences. President Trump said that the Cuban economy was running because of Venezuela’s oil and money, but now that support has ended.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Trumpism or International Law?
Under international law, the immunity remains intact. It was an illegal act and constitutes a crime under international law. This ambition is also invalid under international law. The United States has trampled international law. The United Nations must decide whether the world will be governed by international law or by Trumpism.
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January 12, 2026 16:41 UTC
Tarar vows to block terrorist narrative, says nation united against militancy
Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Monday said that terrorist elements would not be allowed to promote their narrative or ideology, reiterating the government’s resolve to eliminate the menace of terrorism. Addressing a conference of the Qaumi Paigham-e-Aman Committee in Islamabad, the minister said the entire nation was united in its determination to root out terrorism and that the challenge would be confronted through both kinetic and non-kinetic means. Tarar said terrorists had nothing to do with Islam, Pakistan or humanity, and stressed that their distorted narrative must be countered at all levels. He said the Paigham-e-Aman Committee was an inclusive body with representation from minorities as well, adding that it was the state’s responsibility to protect the rights of minorities. The information minister said the fully empowered committee would play an effective role in countering extremist narratives and strengthening social harmony across the country.
Source:The Nation
January 12, 2026 15:28 UTC
No one will be allowed to sabotage law and order situation: Home Minister
KARACHI - Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar has taken strict notice of an attack on an Aaj News vehicle near Numaish Chowrangi, here on Sunday. He directed the SSP East to immediately brief on the details of the initial police action.The Sindh Home Minister said that mischief-makers should be dealt with strictly. He said that no one would be allowed to sabotage the law and order situation. Lanjar said that using modern monitoring systems, the culprits should be identified and arrested. Police should further tighten surveillance and monitoring, he said adding that they wanted peace and value peace.
Source:The Nation
January 12, 2026 13:25 UTC
LHC admits petitions against killing stray dogs with firearms, poison
LAHORE : The Lahore High Court has accepted a petition for hearing challenging the use of firearms and poison to eliminate stray dogs. The petition was filed by Advocate Izzat Fatima, and the court issued notices to the Punjab government, the Secretary of Livestock, and the Secretary of Local Government. The petitioner argued that the government’s operations to kill stray dogs were endangering citizens’ lives, citing an incident in Khanewal where a young girl was injured by a bullet during a dog-killing operation. The petition further emphasized that using firearms and toxic substances in residential areas posed significant risks. The petitioner called for the court to order the enforcement of this policy and halt the harmful practices of shooting and poisoning dogs.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 08:43 UTC
Death toll in Iran protests reaches more than 500, rights group says
Iran has not given an official toll and Reuters was unable to independently verify the tolls. Israel and Iran fought a 12-day war in June last year, which the United States briefly joined by attacking key nuclear installations. Alan Eyre, a former US diplomat and Iran expert, thought it unlikely the protests would topple the establishment. Iranian state TV broadcast funeral processions in western cities such as Gachsaran and Yasuj for security personnel killed in protests. US READY TO HELP, SAYS TRUMPTrump, posting on social media on Saturday, said: “Iran is looking at FREEDOM, perhaps like never before.
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January 12, 2026 08:43 UTC
Motorway sections closed as fog descends on Punjab, KP, Sindh
LAHORE : Heavy fog in plain areas of Punjab, Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on night between Sunday and Monday forced closure of several motorway sections after visibility dropped, Dunya News reported. According to the Motorway Police spokesperson, Motorway M1 from Peshawar to Burhan, Motorway M2 from Thokar Niaz Baig to Chakri, Motorway M3 from Faizpur to Darkhana, Motorway M4 from Shershah to Pindi Bhattian, Motorway M5 from Rohri to Shershah and Motorway M11 from Lahore to Sambrial have been closed for all kind of traffic. Motorway Police spokesperson said the closures were necessary to protect lives and property amid hazardous weather conditions. Authorities have warned that lane violations during fog can lead to serious accidents, urging drivers to strictly follow lane discipline. The Motorway Police has defined safe travel timings between 10:00am and 6:00pm, when visibility is relatively better.
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January 12, 2026 08:43 UTC
Forensic report exposes PTI's false narrative: Tariq Fazal
ISLAMABAD : Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry on Sunday said that the Punjab Forensic Science Laboratory’s report on videos of the May 9 incidents in Peshawar has once again exposed the false narrative of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Tariq Fazal Chaudhry said that the attack on Radio Pakistan and other government installations was in fact an attack on the state of Pakistan. A party that claims to be a champion of democracy, he said, cannot be associated with setting institutions on fire. The federal minister emphasized that the law should now be equal for everyone, regardless of how big a name one may have. He further stated that no one can be allowed to attack the dignity of Pakistani institutions and the supremacy of the Constitution.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 08:43 UTC
Three Judicial Commission meetings to be held today
ISLAMABAD : Three important meetings of the Judicial Commission will be held today (Monday) at the Supreme Court, Dunya News reported. In the first meeting, the confirmation of three additional judges of the Islamabad High Court will be considered. The meeting will review the permanent appointment of Justice Muhammad Azam Khan, Justice Muhammad Asif, and Justice Inam Amin Minhas. The meeting will consider the permanent appointment of Justice Ayub Khan and Justice Najmuddin Mengal of the Balochistan High Court. Additionally, in the third meeting, deliberations will be held on framing rules for the appointment of judges to the Federal Constitutional Court.
Source:The Patriot
January 12, 2026 08:43 UTC