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Surtaal Music Academy: Meet the young voices of androon Lahore

From learning the fundamentals of singing to performing in front of audiences at the Pakistan Super League, these young artists are already taking their first steps towards bigger stages

TV & Film
American Actress Hayden Panettiere dead at 36 as family confirms tragic passing

American Actress Hayden Panettiere dead at 36 as family confirms tragic passing

Actress Hayden Panettiere dead at 36, her father, Skip Panettiere, confirmed in a family statement as law enforcement investigates her passing

Music
Grammys reconsider Asian Pop category after BTS Grammys boycott

Grammys reconsider Asian Pop category after BTS Grammys boycott

The Recording Academy is reconsidering its new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category after BTS declined to submit music for the 2027 Grammy Awards

Food

From Mughal cure to comfort classic: The story of nihari

Nihari began as medicine for Mughal laborers before evolving into one of South Asia’s favorite dishes

Celebrity
Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Legendary Indian actor Nana Patekar died of a cardiac arrest at 75 in Goa on Thursday, October 8, 2026, just four days after reflecting on mortality, personal purpose, and civil dissent during his final public appearance in Dona Paula

Fashion
Giorgio Armani unveils the late designer's last collection

Giorgio Armani unveils the late designer's last collection

Conceived to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the fashion house, the show turned into a tribute to the late designer

The collection was titled "Pantelleria, Milan", referencing two places dear to the designer

Models walked under the porticoes in fluid, lightweight outfits, accompanied by live music

Gucci unveils Demna's debut collection on Instagram

Gucci teases Demna's debut

Beauty & Wellness

Is Neuro-Linguistic Programming actually effective?

We explore one of the most frequently asked questions around the practice: Is NLP genuinely useful, or is it just another trending buzzword?

NLP is a practical, personal and professional development tool, not therapy.

Its effectiveness depends on the individual and their willingness to take responsibility.

NLP is gaining popularity in Pakistan due to rising pressure and performance-driven environments.

Common myths around manipulation and hypnosis are largely misunderstood.

Travel
George Clooney and Netflix take center stage in Venice

Clooney, Netflix shine at Venice

The actor returns to the watery city for the unveiling of the comedy "Jay Kelly," directed by Noah Baumbach

Rainy skies dampened the red carpet at Wednesday's opening night of the 11-day festival

Local film professionals called on organisers to condemn Israel's bombardment and siege of Gaza