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White House outlines TikTok deal that would give US control of algorithm
The White House has announced that US companies will now control TikTok’s algorithm and Americans will hold six of seven board seats for the app’s US operations in a much-anticipated deal with China. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said a deal could be signed “in the coming days”, but Beijing is yet to comment. The US…
Membership Surge Accelerates as Major Trade Groups Align with PIAF
By Farzana Chaudhry — Lahore, Pakistan LAHORE: The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) is witnessing a remarkable surge in its membership as prominent business bodies, trade groups and market associations from across Lahore continue to join the organization. A series of joining ceremonies held at the PIAF Head Office in Gulberg has underscored…
Khokhar Congratulates Pakistan U-19 Cricket Team for Asia Cup Triumph Over India
By Muhammad Shahzad, Lahore, PakistanLahore, Pakistan — Provincial Sports Minister Malik Faisal Ayub Khokhar congratulated the Pakistan U-19 cricket team for defeating arch-rivals India in the Asia Cup final, securing the prestigious title and bringing pride to the nation.In his congratulatory message on Sunday, Khokhar said the magnificent victory is a testament to the extraordinary…
Punjab Bans Private Ownership of Lions Following Child Mauling Incident
LAHORE, Pakistan – Punjab’s Chief Minister has ordered a complete ban on private ownership of lions across the province after an eight-year-old boy lost his arm in a mauling incident.The Chief Minister took serious notice of the attack, which resulted in the child losing his limb, and immediately directed authorities to revoke all permissions for…
Pakistan Government Secures Majority Support for 27th Constitutional Amendment
ISLAMABAD: The number game has taken center stage in Pakistan’s Parliament as the government moves to secure approval for the 27th Constitutional Amendment. According to parliamentary sources, the ruling coalition currently enjoys the backing of 237 members in the National Assembly, where 224 votes are required for the passage of a constitutional amendment. In the…
