. LOS ANGELES: When director and screenwriter Clint Bentley decided to adapt “Train Dreams” for the big screen, he hoped he could captivate audiences with the tale of an ordinary man living in extraordinary times — the early 20th century. Now, that vision — starring Joel Edgerton and Felicity Jones — is up for four Oscars, including the…
Bunker fuel prices surge over 40% as tanker transits through Strait of Hormuz down 90% from last week Shipping vessels and oil tankers line up on the eastern coast of Singapore in July 2015. PHOTO: REUTERS Fuel oil traders in Asia are struggling to secure alternative supply as the Iran war curtails shipments from key…
Pakistan need to win by 65 runs or inside 13 overs to overtake Kiwis and deny them place in the final four Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to field first in the Super Eights Group 2 clash of the T20 World Cup against Pakistan at Pallekele on Saturday, with Pakistan’s qualification for the semi-finals…
Study finds feline cancers mirror human disease, offering clues for new treatments The ideal candidate must have “gentle hands capable of petting and stroking cats for long periods of time.” PHOTO: AFP/FILE Owning a cat offers many health benefits, including reduced stress and emotional support, and new research suggests our feline friends might also offer…
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A statue of William Shakespeare stands outside his birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, Britain. Photo: Reuters STRATFORD-UPON-AVON, ENGLAND: On a cloudy winter’s day, visitors stream into what was once William Shakespeare’s childhood home in Stratford-upon-Avon and the nearby Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, the family residence of the bard’s wife. Hathaway’s Cottage is one of the settings for the…
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LCCI presses for sector-specific industrial parks as development budget rises to Rs1.24tr The export-oriented industries. Photo: file LAHORE: The Punjab government is working on pilot programmes to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and export-oriented industries, with preparations under way for the next annual development plan, Secretary Planning & Development Board Punjab Rafaqat Ali said…
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Out of 169 identified chemicals, many were associated with risks of cancer, developmental issues, reproductive health According to a study published in Environment & Health on February 11, this was “the most comprehensive testing of hair extensions publicly reported.” The concern arose 11 from testing 44 hair samples and detecting dangerous chemicals, including flame retardants,…
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Agreements focus on technology transfer and B2B partnerships across farm value chain FAISALABAD: A delegation of Chinese agricultural experts and industry leaders has concluded a visit to the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), with the signing of several memorandums of understanding (MOUs) paving the way for enhanced technological collaboration and market integration between the two…
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The Kelly Clarkson Show is set to conclude after its seventh season, as Clarkson prioritises her family following the 2025 death of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, who was also the father of her two children. The decision, announced on February 2, 2026, comes from Clarkson herself, who said stepping away from the daily schedule felt…
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Says it won’t replace filmmakers, laws already protect actors’ names and likenesses Ben Affleck. Photo: file Actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck has pushed back against growing fears about artificial intelligence reshaping the film industry. He argued that the technology is more likely to serve as a practical tool than a replacement for human creativity. Speaking…
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