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January 17, 2026

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Another increase in electricity tariffs is coming for consumers under the December FCA

A representational image of an electricity meter. — Reuters/File Utilities are seeking Nepra approval for Re0.4781 per unit. Dec Report Cost Rs 9.1419. actual cost Rs.9.62. Total generation 8,487 GWh at Rs 77.7 billion. Islamabad: Electricity consumers may face another hike in their electricity bills after utilities asked the National Electricity Regulatory Authority (Nepra) to allow an additional Re0.4781 per unit charge, The News was mentioned. Utilities sought recovery in the December 2025 monthly fuel cost adjustment (FCA), citing higher-than-expected generation costs. If approved, the extra amount will be collected by the February accounts. In a petition filed on behalf

January 17, 2026

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An era of “Star Wars” is coming to an end after 14 years

Kathleen Kennedy. Photo: archive Kathleen Kennedy, who has shepherded the sci-fi franchise throughout its Disney ownership, is stepping down from her role as president of Lucasfilm after nearly 14 years. Disney confirmed Kennedy’s departure on January 15 and said she would return to full-time production. She will be succeeded by Dave Filoni, who will oversee creative as president of Lucasfilm, while Lynwen Brennan will serve as co-president. “When George Lucas asked me to take over Lucasfilm after his retirement, I couldn’t have imagined what would come next,” Kennedy said in a statement. “It’s been a true privilege to spend over

November 22, 2025

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The luxury price spiral is coming full circle

. Luxury price spiral. Photo: file PARIS/MILAN: The global luxury goods sector, long defined by rising prices, booming demand and an air of exclusivity, is entering a moment of reckoning as new forecasts suggest a modest recovery in 2026 while warning that years of aggressive mark-ups have left buyers feeling alienated and even “betrayed”. Bain & Company’s latest study, prepared with Italian luxury group Altagamma, says the industry is expected to grow by 3% to 5% next year after stagnating in 2025, helped by steady momentum in the United States, resilient consumers in Europe and Japan and gradually improving conditions

November 15, 2025

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Fear, rejection and coming of age in ‘Alpha’

French filmmaker Julia Ducournau has channeled personal emotions and collective trauma into her new drama, “Alpha,” which centers on an unruly teenager who navigates a world overrun by a virus that turns patients’ bodies into marble. Best known for the Palme d’Or-winning body horror Titane, Ducournau’s latest features 13-year-old Alpha (Melissa Boros) getting a tattoo from a possibly contaminated needle at a house party. Her mother (Golshifteh Farahani) panics at the risk of infection and Alpha soon faces rejection at school. Ducournau, who wrote and directed the film, said the story reflects a "dark circle" in current world events, interwoven

October 30, 2025

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Monster Hurricane Melissa is coming to Jamaica

. Hurricane Melissa. Photo: Reuters KINGSTON: Strong winds and torrential rain battered Jamaica on Tuesday as Hurricane Melissa made landfall, the worst storm to ever hit the island nation and one of the strongest hurricanes on record. The extremely violent Category 5 system was still dragging through the Caribbean, promising catastrophic flooding and life-threatening conditions as maximum sustained winds reached a staggering 185 miles per hour (295 kilometers per hour). “This is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation!” warned the US National Hurricane Center, urging residents to stay sheltered and as far away from windows as possible, even during the

September 10, 2025

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Trump, Modi to talk about trade in the coming weeks

Donald Trump meets India Prime Minister Narendra Modi in White House in Washington, DC, United States, February 13th 2025 – Reuters Trump hopes for successful US-India trade agreement. Modi also invites us to India close friends, partners. Trump previously imposed 50% invoices on Indian goods. US President Donald Trump said his administration is continuing negotiations to tackle trade barriers with India and that he will speak with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, increasing hopes of agreement after weeks of disagreement. Trump, in a remarkable shift in the tone, said he was looking forward to talking to Modi in the “coming weeks”

August 12, 2025

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James Cameron warns AI revelation coming to Hollywood

James Cameron decides to “learn” AI in front of the potential danger of James Cameron warned that dealing with genetics AI is the biggest challenge facing the film industry today. In an interview with Projectorically While we work for post-production in the next Idol The film in New Zealand, the 70 -year -old Canadian director, admitted that “we did not learn how to control” genetic AI in the films, calling the current situation in Hollywood “The Wild West”. Cameron continued to further express his thoughts on the use of AI in the world of entertainment and was afraid of his

March 10, 2025

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SBP ceases rhythm cuts, Uptick inflation straps in the coming months

A Pakistani State Bank logo (SBP) is depicted in a reception at the Central Office in Karachi, Pakistan on July 16, 2019 – Reuters Karachi: The Pakistani State Bank (SBP) possessed its key policy rate at 12% on Monday, choosing stability despite the relaxation of inflation, which is expected to be temporarily increased in March and May. The decision comes after a delegation of the International Monetary Fund (of the IMF), reviewed the Pakistani $ 7 billion rescue package, discussing new revenue targets and tax measures that may affect inflation and monetary policy. The Central Bank’s relaxation cycle, one of

February 14, 2025

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The study finds pleasant scents coming from ancient Egyptian mummies

Listen to the article When one thinks of mummies, the first image that comes to mind is often a preserved corpse with a mold, decomposed smell. But recent research has revealed a stunning twist: well -preserved Egyptian mummies emit truly pleasant aromas. Cecilia Bembibre, director of research at the University of London’s Sustainable Heritage Institute, led a group of scientists who studied the odors of ancient Egyptian residues. They found that the smell of mummified bodies was “woody”, “spicy” and “sweets”, with flowers of notes that may come from pine and breeders resins used during the tap procedure. The study,

January 19, 2025

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TikTok ban in the US is coming

WASHINGTON: After months of legal battles, the US Supreme Court on Friday upheld a law that would have banned the popular video-sharing platform in the name of national security unless its Chinese owners strike an 11th-hour deal to sell it to non-Chinese buyers until Sunday. Only months after overwhelming support for the law, lawmakers and officials are now worried about the ban, with all eyes on whether US President-elect Donald Trump can step in and find a way to save the implementation. From teenage dancers to grandmothers sharing cooking tips, TikTok has been embraced for its ability to transform ordinary

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