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A Custom Garage Gave a Honda CG 125cc an Impressive Makeover!

Customising your dream car is like a dream come true for many, however, not everyone has the talent to impress car owners by creating something out of this world.

Well, for this custom garage in Islamabad, that’s definitely not the case. Trio Customs turned a common CG 125CC into a 125CC Classic Cafe Racer and boy-oh-boy it is a sight to see!

The dramatic transformation of the bike is absolutely unbelievable, leading to a job well-done! The team at the garage hand-made all the new parts for the ride, excluding the lights. The custom-made Classic Cafe Racer features 4.10 – 18 rear tire and 110-90 – 18 front tires.

The total expense of this transformation was approximately RS. 85,000 according to the team.

Here’s what the 125cc Honda CG looks like after its savvy makeover!

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Honda CG 125cc

The Honda CG125 is a commuter motorcycle that was made by Honda of Japan. It was in production from 1976 to 2008 and was originally manufactured in Japan, but the source for European market was eventually moved to Brazil in 1985 and also Turkey for the W and M models. The CG125 is powered by a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) four-stroke, overhead valve, single-cylinder engine that has changed little over the years.

In Pakistan, it is still in production by Atlas Honda Ltd. The Pakistani version resembles most of the shape of original CG125. Two other variants, CG 125 Dream, and CG125 Deluxe are also available with some improvements, the later one has 5-speed gearbox, front disc brake, and wider rear wheel.

What do you think about this bike-job?

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Taimoor Salahuddin aka Mooroo Gets Engaged!

Love is in the air for many Pakistani stars! And with the wedding season taking the nation by storm, many of our favorite icons have been making headlines for tying the knot

And social media loves a lavish celebrity wedding! Luckily, we are getting to witness one almost every week!

This time in the news is the comedian Mooroo who has gotten engaged to his beautiful bae!

Im engaged to the woman I love. 💍❤️

A post shared by Taimoor Salahuddin aka Mooroo (@mooroosicity) on

The elated funnyman shared the good news with all his fans on Instagram and earned a lot of Mubarakabaads!

This follower hinted that she has appeared in on his videos!

We wondered in which video she appeared and then Voila, we hunted it down!

I don't want a haircut

A post shared by Taimoor Salahuddin aka Mooroo (@mooroosicity) on

We are so sure that’s her only! What do you guys think?

Nevertheless, congratulations to the happy couple!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates!

 

Pakistan Now has its Own Cryptocurrency!

The concept of cryptocurrency started off with one name which became an international sensation in 2017, Bitcoin.

Soon after, other currencies were introduced like Ripple, Ethureum, and others. This trend carried out worldwide including in Pakistan.

Even though the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has declared it as illegal, Pakistanis have a new currency called PakCoin.

Pakcoin is a peer-to-peer Internet currency that enables instant, near-zero cost payments to anyone in the world. Pakcoin is an open source, a global payment network that is fully decentralized without any central authorities. Mathematics secures the network and empowers individuals to control their own finances.

Pakcoin features faster transaction confirmation times and improved storage efficiency than the leading math-based currency. Its primary focus is on Pakistani users within and outside Pakistan, International users are welcome and can participate in its mining, trading or holding for long term.

PakCoin’s Growth Plan (BitMap)

Features

Name: Pakcoin
Symbol: PAK
PoW Algorithm: scrypt
Block Time: 60 Seconds
TX fee: 0 – 0.1 PAK depending on your amount
Difficulty Retarget: 24 Hours
P2P Port: 7867
RPC Port: 7866
Testnet: 17866
Premine: 10 % for development and Airdrop
Max Coins: approximately 182 Million PAK
Mining Reward: 50 PAK per block, halving every 3 years

Platforms

PakCoin is available for Linux, Windows, iOS (Mac), Paperwallet, Android, and E-Wallet.

Free PakCoins

Apparently, the website reads that the first 150,000 Pakistanis to sign-up for the cryptocurrency will get 50 PakCoins absolutely free. In order to get the coins, the user needs to register themselves.

RULES:

  • Upload your picture holding NIC to get free coins. (see sample picture)
  • NIC should be clear in picture and readable
  • Only NIC scan will not be valid for Pakcoins claim
  • Those who have not filled the form correctly, or have not uploaded the right photo will get their claims deleted without notice
  • Picture should be less than 2MB

* ID Scans are for verification purposes only and will be discarded after verification. However, your ID number will remain on the record that you have claimed already claimed the airdrop.

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This Video is Hands Down the Best Way to Market your Brand

Big, bouncy beautiful hair! Yes, that’s definitely every desi girl’s dream – to have that naturally perfect magnificent mane without undergoing pricey treatments!

We often fantasize long luscious locks and imagine ourselves as the sultry supermodels we see in shampoo ads- flicking that bouncy hair from side to side and flaunting glamorous tresses like they were born with it!

Unfortunately, the reality is we live with a long list of typical hair struggles that eventually make our vision of silky shiny, windswept hair just a dream!

WINTER SEASON = THE ULTIMATE HAIR HORROR STORY!

Faiza Saleem vs Professionals. Watch till the end to see who wins #maslahEsel...

Weeps and sings ‘Bhoot Hun Mein… Bhoot Hun Mein!”

YOU LITERALLY FIND YOUR HAIR EVERYWHERE ALL THANKS TO THE UNLIMITED HAIR LOSS!

Breakage, breakage, breakage!

THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE BETWEEN YOUR HAIR AND A DESI JHAROO!

You don’t have a bad hair day… You have a bad hair life!

GOING TO EXPENSIVE BEAUTY ARTISTS AND PAYING A FORTUNE DOES NOT HELP!

It only ends up damaging your hair further! 

DYING YOUR HAIR MAKES IT ALL THE MORE WORSE!

Faiza Saleem vs Professionals. Watch till the end to see who wins #maslahEsel...

And then you are doomed!

HAIR GROWTH SUPPLEMENTS TOO END UP GIVING YOU A DHOKA!

Time to go bald?

YOU SEE YOUR FRIENDS HAVING THOSE RAVISHING LOCKS & YOU WONDER WHY CAN’T I HAVE THEM!

Why me Lord… Why me!

BUT WAIT!

There is hope after all! This magical oil can be the epic solution to all your hair woes!

THIS VIDEO BY VATIKA HAS JUST REVEALED THE SECRET OF PERFECT HAIR!

Vatika Pakistan

Faiza Saleem vs Professionals. Watch till the end to see who wins#maslahEselfie #faizasaleem #winterhairproblems #VatikaHairRemedy #VatikaHairOil #HairOil #BahanayNaBanao

Posted by Vatika Pakistan on Friday, January 12, 2018

DON’T YOU JUST LOVE THIS VIDEO? CAUSE WE TOTALLY DO!

Faiza Saleem really takes the Vatika’s DVC ‘Masla-E-Selfie’ to a whole new level. Her phenomenal acting keeps you craving for more comedy!

The addition of the other characters also leaves us in fits of laughter as you can easily make out which brands they are taking a ‘dig’ at. It’s subtle, its smart, witty, and almost genius!

Vatika has smartly made use of a rational marketing strategy to prove why its product stands out from all its rivals. With its humorous tone and the funny Faiza Saleem as its lead, the digital video commercial is successfully making waves on social media.

It has already over a million views and 2.3k shares, establishing the virality of the campaign!

WE TRIED VATIKA HAIR OIL, SO SHOULD YOU!

Oiling hair has been the oldest beauty secret in the east and now popular with women all over the world! And if you are really yearning that thicker hair, better growth, more shine and less hair breakage; then Vatika Oil is the REAL solution that you need to get your hands on!

WHY DO WE SAY SO?

While we find oiling a hassle, thinking about the weird smell and hair being greasy; it turns out Vatika just needs 30 mins to give me the bona fide hair makeover! It not only smelt good but was lightweight as well.

My hair looked super soft, super shiny and super nourished!

And their claim of natural nourishment within 30mins, beautiful fragrance & no stickiness is ACTUALLY TRUE!

Well, the brand has forever been the market leader is for a reason! Their oil seems to have been solving a host of hair problems for women of all ages.

In spite of several lifestyle changes, Vatika has continued to provide solutions to hair problems rather just maintain hair.

So try it, we bet you won’t regret it! And those glorious tresses are just a bottle away !

2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid Images Revealed!

The 2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid was one of the most anticipated cars to launch in Pakistan.

However, the Indus Motor Company did not do a grand event and launch of the vehicle but stuck to a soft event where selective people were invited.

However, the pictures of the Camry Hybrid are now at and you can finally take a look at what the hype is all about!

IMC Unofficially Launched Toyota Camry Hybrid 2018 in Pakistan!

The company has taken the model forward by equipping it with the best features, comfort for all passengers, and all of this and more for a reasonable price.

It now also includes slim headlights, bold grille, wide air intake which runs along of the front bumper. The hood features of multiple character lines which have been set lower compared to its predecessor.

The Toyota Camry 2018 is being expected to come out in 2 different variants, TRD and Modellista body packages. The Modellista will (reportedly) feature a subtle body kit accented with a different front apron and new side skirts, as well as special alloy wheels.

On the other hand, TRD, meanwhile, is expected to lean towards trendy and sporty looks thus, featuring extended sports bumper with integrated LED DRL, aggressive side skirts and low profile alloys.

Price

The prices are as following;

  • 2018 Camry Hybrid (high-grade): Rs. 8,499,000/- ex factory
  • 2018 Camry Hybrid (low-grade): Rs. 8,299,000/- ex factory

Colors

The Camry Hybrid is available in the following colors;

  • Attitude Black
  • Steel Blonde
  • Dark Blue
  • Emotional Red
  • Graphite
  • Silver
  • Platinum White Pearl

2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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PTI Website Hacked: Hacker Leaves a Hilarious Message for Imran Khan

Hacking websites have become a trend in Pakistan!

The phenomenon is becoming quite widespread and it is only going to become more common. While the main motive can be a technical curiosity to simple theft of data, various hackers do it for the laughs.

A lot of times it can be pretty repulsive, extremely rude, and even straight up evil!

Just recently, the website of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (www.insaf.pk) was hacked by a group of hooligans calling themselves:

 “Pak Cyber Attackers”.

The hackers left the following message:

Tehreek e Insaaf Pakistan Mein Tabdeeli Aye Naa Ayee, Website Main Tabdeeli Aagye Hai

They even took a jibe at Imran Khan by posting:

Go Nawaz Go Tou Chala Gaya Ab Ro Imran Ro

Check out the complete message here!

The website has now been restored and is fully functional.

However, this is not the first time PTI’s website was hacked!

Earlier, the website came under attack by a group called “Voice of Pakistan; Death Adders Crew” after Ayesha Gulalai’s allegations against PTI’s Chairman, Imran Khan.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates

 

Map of Pakistan Lake in Lahore Under Construction [Pictures]

Pakistan’s map is no longer a map anymore! The beautiful outline of our homeland is now also a lake in Lahore! The Greater Iqbal Park opened its doors to the public on August 14th, 2017!

The second phase of the project is now currently being constructed, which also includes a lake in the shape of Pakistan.

However, it will be some time before we see the final results of the beautiful creation.  According to LDA, the project will assure the renovation of Minar-i-Pakistan Complex and the extension of Iqbal park by adding in more space which will form a circular garden around the road between the Lahore Fort and the Park.

There will also be elaborate walkways, thematic food courts, and art gardens. The food court is being designed in the park is based on the heritage and culture of all the four provinces of Pakistan including Gilgit Baltistan. Fountains and lighting will also be added.

A launch date has not been shared, however, the lake and museum have almost reached their completion.

First Look at ‘Pakistan Lake’ & Museum

What do you think of this awesome idea?

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Japanese Fashion Brand Expands Rapidly in Pakistan!

Pakistan’s local bazaars are a heaven for shopaholics and people have welcomed popular international brands with open arms too! The more the better seems to be the philosophy being carried out in the country.

A latest Japanese retailer, MiniSo has gained quite the attention after launching its stores in Pakistan. The stores boast a wide array of products from household items, tiny knick-knacks to clothing and accessories, you can find it all in one place.

How Cute are These Stuffed Toys? We’re Absolutely in Love!

MiniSo has now become one of the fastest growing brands in the country with operating 9 stores simultaneously in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.

Store Locations:

Islamabad

Karachi

Lahore

The fashion brand has started the new year 2018 with a bang by opening their 10th store at Emporium Mall in Lahore 

More About the Brand

MiniSo was founded by a Japanese designer, Junya Miyake and a Chinese entrepreneur Ye Guofu in 2011. The brand has a total of 1,800 stores worldwide with a revenue of $1.5 billion.

 

 

 

Pictures of Alia Bhatt in Hijab Go Viral

The bubbly beauty and the feisty firecracker, Alia Bhatt is on a roll!

She is forever oozing with confidence and why won’t she be! She is a diva both in real and reel life, clearly making herself the most-wanted actress in India.

Soaring-high, Bhatt is all set to rock the silver screen in a never-seen-before-avatar with her upcoming movie ‘Gully Boy’

Recently, some pictures of the haseena have gone viral on social media, in which Alia has been spotted wearing a head cover!

INTERNET WAS PRETTY SHOCKED TO SEE  THE BOLLYWOOD BABE IN HIJAB!

WONDERING WHAT’S COOKING?

APPARENTLY, THESE ARE BTS FROM THE SHOTS OF HER FILM GULLY BOY!

THE STARLET LOOKS ADORABLE CLAD IN HIJAB, A DECENT KURTI & CHURIDAAR!

The pretty pair of Alia and Ranveer will be seen together in the flick. The duo has de-glammed their look for Gully Boys, which revolves around the lives of slum rappers.

Gully Boy is due to be released sometime this year!

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Internet Cannot Stop Trolling Urwa & Farhan’s Photoshoot

Pakistani power couple Urwa Hocane and Farhan Saeed have always set couple goals for the rest of us! From a grand wedding, beautiful wedding pictures to their latest sizzling couple photo shoot, they are able to rock it all.

Just recently the two have been spotted in a gorgeous photo shoot for the Home Interiors brand, Dolce Vita. 

Of all the photos from the Dolce Vita campaign, this picture has become the Joke of the town!

The strange pose where Urwa is sitting on the top has received quite a hilarious response from the general public.

Memes have been made to make fun of the star-couple!

We’re pretty sure those who are afraid of cats will definitely agree with this!

LOL!

This seems a bit harsh

The internet trolling continued, here’s what people had to say about the picture. 

Have anything to add to the story? Let us know in the comments below.

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Zamzama Park to Transform into Amusement Park; Angry Residents Protest!

Greenery is always a sight for sore eyes ! Mother nature has always been a scarce sight in Karachi which is a bustling metropolis. Unfortunately, hardly any attention is given to building green public places like parks where seasonal flowers bloom and trees are planted to give some respite from busy urban life.

Instead, we see piles  of trash being burnt, releasing deadly gasses like carbon-dioxide, causing health hazards and preventing the growth of plants surrounding the area.

There are few NGOs working on protecting the remaining natural parks. One of them severely condemned the decision of the city’s municipal authorities to host Karachi Eat Festival at a local park in Clifton after hosting the annual event at Frere Hall.

Lately, a decision was made to commercialize the Zamzama Park, to which residents have protested. The park is used by locals residents walking,  jogging and other forms of exercise. Recently, the condition of the park also appears to have deteriorated with hardly any upkeep.There is news that the authorities wanted to convert it into an amusement park with commercial benefits.

Protesters were seen holding signs and chanting that they do not want their park to be destroyed and replaced by something that will prove to be chaotic to its surroundings and spread noise pollution and litter.

Former civil servant Aslam Sanjrani had to say;

“Zamzama Park was a gift to the residents of Defence by the Pakistan Army after they converted the place into a park from barracks, it is a public place now. So technically, we all own it. The army thinks they are the custodians of this park but we have not returned it to them. They will be doing a grave injustice to us by handing it over to someone who will turn it into a commercial venture,”

The signs read slogans like Custodians, please don’t commit breach of trust’, ‘Please corps commander save environment, our request no commercialization’ and ‘save families park’.

Another resident added the trees were removed, emptying the park from its natural beauty. She said, “They were very old trees from the time when this place used to be barracks, it is the right of citizens to have a patch of green in the shape of a park near where they live. It will be hurting the environment if they give way to commercial construction here,”

PPP leader Syed Najmi Alam also joined residents in the protest. He said, “From what we have seen of the theme park in Gulshan, they may also want to build a shopping centre on this land,”

“It is such a misfortune that amenity plots and parks in our country become victims to China-cutting and the construction of marriage halls,” said well-known businessman Mirza Ikhtiar Baig, who was also there.

“I come to jog in this park. When I do I see children from katchi abadis coming here to play and enjoy the greenery and clean, fresh air. Parents come with their kids to relax after a busy day in the office. It is also a good thing that the current management has waived off the Rs20 ticket fee for children. Entry is also free in the morning,” he said.

“It is a decent place for decent people. It should not be turned into a business venture,” he added.

 

Armeena Rana Khan Takes a Dig at Lux Style Awards 2018!

Celebrities and critics are never happy with the Lux Style Awards!

With every passing year, Pakistan’s most coveted award show keep on increasing its fair share of critique, confusion, and cynicism.

Time and again, the credibility of LSA has been questioned, its nominations always create a debate and celebrities end up boycotting the show.

Not to forget, there have forever been issues with the script, format and of course, the hosts of the evening.

The nominations for the year 2018 have been revealed and as predicted, many Pakistani bigwigs are miffed by the list rolled out!

The Janaan haseena, Armeena Rana Khan is amongst them and is going against LSA with full force!

Khan did NOT make it to any category and the actress made sure she raises her voice to oppose the nomination list!

Dubbing it as lobby awards, Khan’s savage reaction literally made us ROFL! 

Last year, it was Saba Qamar who totally boycotted Lux Style Awards even though she was nominated for three different dramas!

Speaking to the Express Tribune, the Hindi Medium actress revealed her reasons for the strong action:

“They never bothered to honor me during the past 12 years and now that I have the Bollywood stamp, everyone is acknowledging me all of a sudden.”

In 2015, Faysal Quraishi too protested against the body for not including the top-rated drama, Bashar Momin in any category.

“Seriously, I have no idea what to say as we were expecting a lot from Bashar Momin. I am not talking about me being nominated as the Best Actor, but my other team members from the writing and direction department”

What more drama is yet to unfold this year, let’s wait and watch!

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates!

 

 

Samsung Launches New Galaxy A8, A8+ & Grand Prime Pro Smartphones in Pakistan

The global leader in technology – Samsung has launched its highly advanced smartphones – Samsung Galaxy A8, Samsung Galaxy A8+, and the Grand Prime Pro-2018 in Pakistan.

A glitzy launching ceremony was held at a local hotel in Lahore on Monday, 15th of January, 2018, where the President Samsung EC Pakistan– Mr. Y.J. Kim was the chief-guest, accompanied by many Samsung dealers and distinguished personalities.

The President of Samsung Pakistan – Mr. Y.J. Kim stated that:

“With the objective of expanding the Galaxy A8 family, the A8 and A8+ are the perfect mid-ranging smartphones for the consumers. The value of these devices lies in their advanced features and functions that offer more convenience than ever before. The Grand-Prime Pro is enriched with many fascinating technologies, including a Super AMOLED screen that delivers crystal-clear viewing, whereby this phone also enjoys great popularity among the Pakistani consumers.”

Samsung Galaxy A8 & A8+

The A8 has a 5.6-inch touch-screen, while the A8+ comes with a 6-inch touch-screen, comprising of 2.5D glass on the front and 3D curved glass on the back for added durability.

These Infinity display screens deliver a crisp HD resolution (1,280 x 2220), to bring out the finest detail while offering a wide horizontal view and stunning cinematic experience. The ‘Always On Display’ keeps the user informed at all times, as it allows you to view information at a glance without unlocking your phone.

These smartphones are powered by 1.6GHz Octa-core processor and both the devices come with 4GB of RAM. They have an internal storage capacity of 64GB, that can be expanded up to 256GB via an external memory card.  The ‘Samsung Pay’ feature enables you to complete financial transactions more quickly and easily, using your phone.

For the first time in the Galaxy, A series, the Galaxy A8 and A8+ feature a 16MP+8MP F1.9 Dual Front Camera, with an impressive bokeh effect. The ‘Live Focus’ feature allows you to adjust the background blur.

16MP F1.7 rear cameras with low-aperture lenses capture high-quality images in low-light conditions. The Digital Video Image-Stabilization technology eliminates shaky footage, while the camera also offers a hyper-lapse feature to create time-lapse videos.

These devices give amazing power to multi-task swiftly. The Galaxy A8 has a 3000 mAh battery, while the A8+ is powered by a 3500 mAh battery, enabling the phones to perform consistently for many more hours. Both devices have an IP68 rating for water and dust-resistance.

This Star Studded Celebrity Wedding Has Taken Social Media by Storm

The year 2018 has started off with a huge bang, with one celebrity wedding after the other it has definitely been a dazzling start to the year!

After Asad Siddiqui and Zahra Noor Abbas, another star-studded wedding has created waves over social media. Libah Chaudhry, a model by profession is actress Maya Ali’s best friend tied the knot over the weekend. The wedding was attended by various showbiz personalities including Sanam Baloch, Nimra Khan, and singer Amanat Ali.

Meet the Beautiful Couple Libah Chaudhry and Humza Ghauri

The Bride and Groom Look Picture Perfect at their Reception

Maya Ali shares a special message for her bestie Libah just before the shaadi kicked off!

Sanam Baloch and Maya Ali Pictured with the Bride

@libahch18 @official_mayaali @sanamabaloch @sehrkhosa @mehrrunnisa

A post shared by HS Studio by Bilal Saeed (@bilalsaeedphotography) on

Isn’t this just adorable?

The bride posted a video of her fun-filled Dholak night!

💛💛💛 #dholaknight

A post shared by Libah Ch (@libahch18) on

We were blown away by Maya Ali’s groovy moves on the dance floor!

This beautiful dance number of Maya Ali and Sanam Baloch with the bride will melt your heart!

Emmad Irfani at Libah Chaudhry’s Reception with Maya Ali

The bubbly actress Nimra Khan was spotted at the star-studded wedding

Umar Akmal

Sanam Baloch looked absolutely gorgeous at the Mehndi where she was also seen performing alongside Maya and Libah.

The Mann Mayal actress organized a bespoke bridal shower as well!

Libah Bridal Shower 😍

A post shared by HS Studio by Bilal Saeed (@bilalsaeedphotography) on

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Careem is Looking for Losers; Leaves Social Media Confused!

Careem has made our lives easier, you can call for a ride anytime, anywhere nowadays. The company has used out-of-the-box campaigns to catch the attention of individuals all over Pakistan.

From ‘Rishta Aunty’ to ‘Bakra on Wheels’ and its #TakeOff campaign, the marketing strategies have been quite impressive. However,  this time around, their subliminal message has stirred some confusion, debates, and backlash on social media!

Apparently, the ride-hailing service sent a text message to its customers, asking, “know any losers?”

While some awoke to this weird message, others were shocked that a reputed company like Careem has asked this question! Many people took out different reasons behind the service provider’s strange message.

While some are convinced they have been hacked, given that their recent Twitter status is not something we’d expect from them; others are calling it another marketing strategy.

Many individuals have also spoken out that this is not the right way to market your product as calling someone a loser is unethical and can affect their customer base!

Then there are those who are claiming that Careem is subliminally targeting their drivers in Islamabad who are protesting against the company because of the sudden hike in prices, which has discouraged customers to travel in a Careem, affecting the income of the drivers.

That’s not all, Careem has become the new Wendys as its trolling its customers on Twitter!

We wonder what is going on at Careem Pakistan HQ! Is it actually a new marketing strategy or has Careem’s social media analyst lost their mind!

Stay tuned to Bransynario for more news and updates!

Spirit of Math is Closing The Education Gap in Pakistan

Spirit of Math (SoM) is Canada’s largest after-school math enrichment program with over 8500 students and 40 campuses spread across Canada, United States and now Lahore, Pakistan. Spirit of Math started classes in Lahore at the end of August 2017 in two locations, and are now opening two new locations this month. For more than 30 years, SoM has met the needs of high-performing and gifted students with its unique elite after-school mathematics enrichment program.

On Monday, January 15, 2018, Spirit of Math held a Press Conference at Pearl Continental (PC) in Lahore, where the legendary Bushra Ansari, announced a SoM bursary for ten high achieving students of grades 1-5 from underprivileged backgrounds studying at welfare schools in Lahore. Each high-performing student is selected based on their report card average being B+ or higher and that they successfully passed the qualifying SoM interview process. Ms. Ansari, an advocate for SoM’s mission, added that her own granddaughter attends Spirit of Math.

Ms. Kirsti Langen, Academic Director for SoM Pakistan welcomed all attendees and briefed them on the work SoM has been doing in Pakistan. Nathan Langen, Vice President Campus Operations, introduced World Mathematical Olympiad (WMO) Pakistan, an upcoming initiative by SoM to select and train high-achieving students nationwide to participate as Team Pakistan at the WMO. Mr. Langen went on to state how in August 2016, SoM trained Team Canada that went on to win gold, silver and bronze awards at the World Mathematical Olympiad in Beijing, China. In 2018, the Olympiad will be held at Stanford University in California, USA.

Spirit of Math CEO and Co-Founder, Mrs. Kim Langen, led an engaging panel with Pakistani educators and leaders to discuss crucial skills needed for future success of students in Pakistan and how educators can instill these skills in each student, new skills that teachers will need to learn, new skills parents will need to acquire to ensure future success of their children, and corporate responsibility and how their involvement is crucial to the success of Pakistan’s economy.

Bushra Ansari, Actor, Presenter, Comedian, and Singer spoke on the Spirit of Math, 

“We have an outdated education system with an outdated syllabus and method of teaching. So this is something new and incredible. I am thankful to my Canadian friends for introducing Spirit of Math to Pakistan. For the sake of our children, we need to keep making advances in our education system and apply new methodologies in teaching. We need to innovate a healthy, enjoyable and nurturing learning environment not just in Math but in all other subjects as well.”

For interviews or inquiries about the event and our Spirit of Math Pakistan (SMP) program, please contact:

Kirsti Langen, Academic Director SMP
Zorain Masood, Operations Manager SMP at 0306-9386880

About Spirit of Math Schools Inc.

Spirit of Math Schools Inc. is an innovative and exclusive global leader in after-school mathematics enrichment education with more than 8,400 students in grades Kindergarten to 11 attending 40+ campuses across Canada, in the United States and in Pakistan.

Spirit of Math offers an after-school math enrichment program for high-performing and gifted students in Kindergarten to grade 11, Summer Camps for all students grades 1 to 9, an expanding publishing series of math workbooks for Levels 1 to 6 and Teacher Training programs for Elementary and Intermediate Educators.

Spirit of Math is taking students from the top of their class to the top of their world with our unique curriculum that focuses on mathematics Drills, Problem Solving, Core Curriculum and Cooperative Teamwork

CREATING PROBLEM SOLVERS OF TODAY AND LEADERS OF TOMORROW!

Philip Morris Pledges To Give Up Cigarette Production!

As 2017 came to an end, we all made our new year resolutions, as they say ‘ a new year, a new us’. While some vowed to start exercising, others promise to eat healthily!

Philip Morris International, an American cigarette and tobacco manufacturing company, also made a New Year resolution. Thousands of people each year decide to give up on smoking, hence the cigarette manufacturing giant decided to give up on manufacturing cigarettes.

The tobacco company recently placed full-page adverts in several UK newspapers claiming that the firm’s “New Year’s resolution” for 2018 is to “stop selling cigarettes.”

Philip Morris stated:

“Our ambition is to stop selling cigarettes. It won’t be easy. But we are determined to turn our vision into reality. There are 7.6 million adults in the UK who smoke. The best action they can take is to quit smoking”.

“Philip Morris is known for cigarettes. Every year, many smokers give them up. Now it’s our turn,” reads the ad.

The company now aims to help people give up on smoking by not only quitting manufacturing cigarettes but also by stopping the production of any tobacco product. However, they have decided to come up with other smoking-free alternatives like e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products.

The company claimed;

“It can achieve a significant public-health benefit only when a large number of these smokers switch from cigarettes to better products.”

Peter Nixon, managing director of Philip Morris, reported:

“We believe we have an important role to play in helping the UK become smoke-free. The commitments announced today are practical steps that could accelerate that goal.”

“We recognize that never starting to smoke — or quitting altogether — are always the best option. But for those who continue to smoke, there are more alternatives than ever available in the UK.”

The company, since its start, had invested billions of dollars for the production, and manufacturing of the cigarettes. But now, suddenly, they have decided to close its core business and switch into the production of its alternative in which they have already invested d £2.5 billion into the research and development of smoke-free products to date.

What are your views on this decision? Let us know in the comments below.

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Indians React to Pakistani Drama ‘Khaani’

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Pakistan’s latest heartthrob, Feroze Khan has taken the country by storm with his drama Khaani aired on Geo Television. His character, ‘Meer Haadi’ has created a frenzy over the country and fans cannot get enough of Khan.

Feroze Khan stars alongside the beautiful actress, Sana Javed who is known for her superb acting skills in various Pakistani TV shows.

The actor is known for his suave looks and dapper style has gained popularity not only in Pakistan but across the border in India too!

Popular Indian YouTubers have given a thumbs up to ‘Khaani’ and could not help praising the storyline and the drama’s OST which has been sung by the legendary, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan.

The team of Indian Youtubers by the name ‘Swaggy D’ talked about Khaani and the video has received more than 300k Views! 

This reactor is definitely head over heels for the bubbly actress, Sana Javed who plays Feroze Khan’s love interest in the drama. 

The video has received more than 21k views on YouTube.

Pakistani content is always appreciated across the border, however, unfortunately hardly any of the Pakistani movies or TV shows are aired in India.

Keeping in mind the booming popularity Khaani has gained in a short time, we wouldn’t be surprised if Feroze Khan or Sana Javed would be seen in an upcoming Bollywood flick.

Another video reacting to Khaani posted by ‘Gautam’ has received over 70k views!


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Hoax Alert: Emirates is NOT giving Away Free Tickets!

Scams have gotten even easier nowadays! While some call individuals and fake to be belonging to different organizations and sectors, others use the vast platform of the internet! Because of the lack of awareness, many even fall into their trap!

One popular scam is free airline tickets, and it’s surely not the first time where free tickets by Emirates were offered. However, the official page denies its evolvement and says they have no such competition or scheme going on.

While, on the other hand, a hoax website claimed that Emirates is offering free tickets to everyone. The website read “We are giving away two free tickets to everyone to celebrate our 33rd anniversary.” Followed by a question asking “Do you think Emirates is the best?”

To counter this Emirate’s official spokesperson said; “Emirates has become aware of fraudulent websites purporting to offer free airline tickets to those who take an online survey. We advise anyone not to click on any links or share these links on social media. Emirates is investigating the source of the scam and will take appropriate legal action against the perpetrators.”

These hoax links are popularly shared amongst groups and chats through WhatsApp and on Facebook. The website claims that in order to win these tickets, the individual has to fill a survey with only 196 tickets remaining.

Do NOT fall for this trick, it is not authentic and is a scam!

Stay aware, stay alert!

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Karachi Weather Update: Rain Expected in the Upcoming Week!

Winters has successfully taken Karachi under its wing and the city has been hit by a vicious bout of flu!

While we all cannot stop sneezing and coughing, latest weather updates surely will not make us any happier.

According to Pakistan Metrological Department, normal rainfall throughout the country is expected during the month, along with cold and dry weather prevailing in most parts of the country.

Reports by Weather Updates Karachi reveal that an intense Western Disturbance (WD) is likely will affect various areas of Pakistan including Sindh by early next week.

Heavy rains are expected with heavy snowfall over mountainous regions.

Karachi will also experience shower under the influence of the upcoming. However, there is only a 40% chance of rain in Karachi and the probability is bound to increase in the next few days.

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Posted by Weather Updates Karachi on Sunday, January 14, 2018

 

Let’s keep our fingers crossed and hope the rain turns out to be a blessing for the nation.