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Review: House of Dragon

House of Dragon

Game of thrones has left an untouchable legacy and although nothing about the story is a continuation in the most awaited show of the year “House of Dragons” – also referred to as the successor of the Game of Thrones, the expectations are very high. The first episode of the much-anticipated show has made the strongest hearts crumble with the violence showed on screen. Those who were expecting the gut-wrenching scenes in the show have also been shocked by the brutality, however, it has filled its purpose of giving a strong and bold message to the viewers about the future of the show.

The scenes where a realm prince is slitting throats and chopping limbs have given the audience an uncomfortable, yet thrilling experience by keeping them at the edge of their seat. The plot takes place 172 years earlier Daenerys Targaryen, during the reign of Viserys I Targaryen, the grandson of the prosperous King Jaehaery. Viserys, the second of the grandchildren of the king and the man to be hailed as King after Viserys’ death.

The new King of the Westernos is shown to be contended with how things are in the region with generous qualities. When Lord Corlys, Lord of Driftmark and the seventh richest man comes to Viserys for help, he refuses to wage war which could upset the Gods of the free cities. Visery is a loving father but his brother has a contradictory nature. Daemon is Viserys’ younger brother and a ruthless character, who is at the same time, charming and cold.

The King and Queen share a very happy and loving relationship as they both adore each other. The queen is pregnant with what they will know later, their long awaited male heir to the throne and the king throws feasts in order to celebrate the queen’s pregnancy. The night is filled with joy and their personal lives seem to be going well. However, the violence in the show indicate that this happiness might be short-lived. This indicates that the show can get vividly dark, and viewers might expect to see the smile on the couple’s face vanish sooner than they may think.

Viewers have pointed out how masterfully the creators have weaved in the details from the Game of Thrones to this show to link them both. The presence of white walkers and the threat they pose and the historical facts and figures established in the first few scenes have created a larger audience due to the shadowing story. The presence of external forces such as betrayal, honor and power have made each character a fortune’s fool. This gives the show a sense on unpredictability which many viewers enjoy watching.

Viewers have also pointed out the high emotional roller coaster that the first episode puts them through when Viserys is faced with a difficult choice of either saving his heir or his beloved wife. Many had suspect it coming as everything was picture perfect in the King’s family and there was an enveloping feeling of it all being too good to be true. There have been nothing but praises about the masterpiece and the audience is eagerly waiting for the remaining episodes.

PakWheels Under Fire For Taking a Dig At CarFirst

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PakWheels is a car-related entrepreneurial business that dominates the car industry in Pakistan. They not only help people access new cars for purchase but they also help you sell your old cars. PakWheels has become a household name. However, the company has recently come under fire for insensitive piggyback marketing. People are calling them out – is it justified?

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What Happened?

Recently, a car-selling company announced that they were shutting down operations in Pakistan. CarFirst used to sell used cars and allow a hassle-free experience for people. They made a long post on LinkedIn announcing that their business had become unsustainable. Many have lost their jobs and the owner has suffered a huge financial loss.

In all of this, PakWheels, a still thriving company, chose to take a dig at the shut-down business. They made an add saying, “Car First or Second, Try PakWheels Sell It For Me”. This ad got posted in Facebook’s largest marketing group in Pakistan called “KAMN” and Pak Wheels is being roasted.

Have A Look At The Ad:

 

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What Are People Saying?

People are coming at PakWheels like there’s no tomorrow. They are calling the company out for this insensitivity. So many people have lost their livelihood and are now without a source of income in this difficult time. Moreover, with Airlift also recently shutting down, this is a cause of concern. Why are start-ups failing? 

Have a look at people’s comments:

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Will PakWheels Respond?

PakWheels has not usually come under fire for any insensitive ads like this but this time, they really tested their luck. The car-based company may be experiencing bad PR but all publicity is good publicity in this field. Many might find out about their ad this way and learn about the company. Doesn’t that benefit them?

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In any case, PakWheels might respond with an apology if the hate gets out of hand. Seeing the comments so far it does seem like it will. Do you agree with the fact that this was insensitive or do you think this is just how marketing works? Let us know in the comments below.

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Top Android 13 Features You Need To Check Out

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Android 13 is the latest software release from Google and it has already made many people its fans. The new update is focused on efficiency, saving time, and convenience. Many features that were previously done with some effort are now simply effortless. The new features will be available to all Samsung smartphones in no time and will be pre-installed in the upcoming phones.

Here are the features you really need to incorporate in your use.

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Quick Action Shortcut 

The new and fantastic Quick Tap feature included in Android 12 has been improved. With Android 13 you can double-tap the rear of your phone to start a specific activity. Go to Settings > System > Gestures to access the Quick Tap feature. From there you can select Toggle flashlight at the bottom of the list after selecting Quick Tap to start activities.

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Do Things Without Unlocking Your Phone

Android 13 enables you to do many things without unlocking your phone. Go to Settings > Display > Lock screen > Control from locked smartphone to use this new Android 13 feature. 

Scan QR Codes Initially

Google has also introduced the Scan QR code panel with one-tap access. This is also a part of the Quick Settings menu in Android 13. All you have to do is tap the tile once and then scan the QR code to begin. No other app needs to be opened first.

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Edit Docs Easily

Google has added many convenient functions that launch a new drop-down menu in the lower-left corner. When you copy a text, you are sent to a screen with the copied text where you can make edits. Simply click done to save them.

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Change Display Features

Moreover, you can now change the font or display size, bold, and high contrast text selections. You don’t have to go anywhere to do this. All of it is available to do from a single page with the Android 13 upgrade. Navigate to Settings > Display > Display size and text to access this new feature.

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The rivals are at it again— the new release of iOS 16 and Android 13 come together. Which one are you more intrigued about?

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Do You Cry At Work? Here’s A Surprising Truth !

Most of us have had a bad day at work at least once a month. Likewise, most of us have had a good cry at work at least once in a lifetime during our job duration. According to a new study from job search company Monster, 8 out of 10 of us have shed a tear in the workplace. So if you’re feeling embarrassed by your workplace outburst, don’t worry – you’re not alone.

While we typically associate crying with loss and grief, it can be a reaction to anger as well. Many people cry when they feel frustrated, anxious, or deeply passionate about and invested in their work. Meanwhile, certain societal factors including family can also influence your emotions at the workplace.

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If you have ever cried at work, then you know it can be embarrassing. You may worry about what your colleagues might think of you or become concerned about how your outburst may jeopardize your professional standing (especially if you’re a woman). Yet the truth is far from it. A good cry at work is a sign of strength and is something that is now being normalized. However, if you need more proof, here are some myths busted for you.

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Myth: Women cry because they’re more sensitive than their male counterparts.

Fact: Women’s crying sessions are not influenced by their gender but the amount of prolactin hormone their body releases. Which is said to be six times more than males. Hence, it is no surprise that women tend to shed a tear or a few. While women are wired to cry more frequently than men, it has everything to do with their biology and nothing to do with mental toughness.

Myth: Crying hurts your professional reputation and makes you look weak.

Fact: Research has concluded that crying doesn’t equate with a lack of professionalism. Contrary to popular belief it is a sign of strength and courage and once you have had the time to gather your emotions you can display maturity rather than feeling embarrassed by acknowledging your emotions. Asking for space is also a good way to distance yourself from the trigger. Meanwhile, avoid saying sorry and trying to communicate why you cried in the first place.

Myth: Crying at work derails productivity and is bad for workplace dynamics.

Fact: Crying is as natural as it can get and while certain aggressive and toxic behaviors might ruin someone’s day – crying is just a glitch on everyone else’s radar.

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Remember, it’s human to have emotions. What makes you a great leader is how you choose to respond and communicate when those emotional reactions do arise. If you take ownership of your feelings and reactions, it conveys strength and confidence that others will respect.

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According To Research, Here Are The Top 10 Countries For Car Theft

Outside of keeping your car fuelled, clean, and in good working order, one of the main concerns for drivers is always going to be the risk of your car getting stolen.

Often resulting in the owner never seeing the car again, or the motor being joyridden and crashed, meaning it needs to end up in the scrap yard.

However, like with other types of crime, there are places where your car is more likely to get stolen with grand theft auto particularly prevalent in certain cities. But which country has it worst?

Which Countries See The Most Car Theft In The World?

The research was conducted to find 2,57,268 tweets including terms such as ‘car was stolen from cities and countries around the world, to highlight where people are most frequently discussing the topic and using the platform to try and locate their stolen motor, as a result of being victims themselves.

The tweets were ranked according to their location to reveal which cities and states are the worst hit by car theft.

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Which Capital Cities See The Most Car Theft?

When the research was directed to find which capital cities in the world experience the most thefts. The UK’s capital London ranked in the top 10 overall, behind the likes of Dublin, New York and Rome.

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Cities Affected Commonly In USA

Car theft is a worldwide issue, with every single country experiencing it on some level. The United States for one has long been a country where car crime can be a particular issue, with dangerous high-speed police chases becoming a notorious fixture of American news broadcasting.

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Cities Affected Commonly In UK

Looking at key cities across the United Kingdom, it’s Glasgow that takes the unfortunate crown of the car theft capital of the UK, with more than 2,000 people taking to Twitter to tweet about their stolen car.

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OPPO’s new era of Leadership in Image Technology

Innovation alone is not enough in today’s era of rapid tech advancements – speed to market (STM) has become a critical success factor in the innovation industry, differentiating the pioneers from contenders and mere pretenders. As a global leader in smart devices, OPPO has always strived for the perfect balance between pioneering innovation and business growth – the precise zone that defines a decisive competitive advantage.

OPPO has been continuously focusing on the development and implementation of its imaging technologies as a way of providing users with an even better experience on OPPO smartphones. Based on over ten years of analysis of the needs of users, and the acquisition of its extensive know-how in cutting-edge technologies, OPPO has unveiled a series of technological breakthroughs.

As OPPO’s exploration of imaging technology goes deeper, new challenges appear. Most breakthroughs in imaging technology these days result from advances in computational photography. But despite some advances, the smartphone industry as a whole has so far failed to unlock the true power of these algorithms. However, this comes at the obvious drawbacks of using deficient image formats, which contain less information than uncompressed formats and offer less room for algorithms to make an impact.

To address this problem, OPPO believes that only by applying advanced computing power to every possible part of the image processing pipeline can we truly unlock the power of computational photography needed to bring about features such as 4K AI Night Video.

Based on this, OPPO has spent the last three years developing its first Cutting-edge Imaging NPU, MariSilicon X.On December 2021, OPPO unveiled its first self-designed, game-changing NPU. With the launch of this breakthrough, OPPO announced its new global brand proposition, a beautiful summation of OPPO’s vision for the future: Inspiration Ahead.

MariSilicon X is OPPO’s first fully self-designed Neural Processing Unit (NPU). Built on 6nm process technology, MariSilicon X is a groundbreaking pairing of advanced NPU, ISP, and Multi-tier Memory Architecture. It delivers superlative image processing with ultra-high power efficiency., MariSilicon X boasts real-time RAW processing of 20bit Ultra HDR and 4K AI Night Video at the pixel level, amongst other cutting-edge capabilities. Debuting on the flagship Find X Pro, MariSilicon X promises the most advanced and powerful Imaging experience ever.

The development of cutting-edge AI tech like MariSilicon X is no mean feat, certainly comparable to a dive in the deepest part of the sea. The very name of MariSilicon X is derived from the Mariana Trench – the deepest known part of the world’s oceans, where even the most experienced and skilled divers hesitate to tread. Conviction and rational need of a specific kind is surely a prerequisite for a journey that deep, the kind often also called madness.

With all due credit to the external chipset manufacturers, the need for the sharpest cutting-edge technology is getting bigger, especially in the case of flagship devices. The consistent evolution of AI is also opening many design avenues that may not currently be feasible for general Android platforms. Global smartphone giants utilizing their resources to address those needs on a platform level is a strategic approach that aims for the future.

OPPO integrated its software and hardware services in 2019 as part of its new strategy, investing serious sums in R&D since 2020 over a 3-year horizon. The move has already borne fruit with the revolutionary MariSilicon X.

OPPO has filed patents in more than 40 countries and regions. In 2021, OPPO ranks 3rd among global patent assignees, ranks 13th globally or 2nd among Chinese companies for Europe patent applications, and ranks among the top 50 US patent assignees. As of June 30, 2022, OPPO has filed over 80,000 patent applications and has more than 40,000 granted patents globally. Among these, 72,000 were utility patents, accounting for 90% of all OPPO patent applications. According to World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), OPPO ranks among the top 6 PCT filers in 2021.

If we look back, OPPO unveiled a myriad of Imaging technological advancements including OPPO’s next-generation RGBW sensor, the 85-200mm Continuous Optical Zoom, Five-axis OIS technology, and next-generation under-screen camera with a series of proprietary AI enhancement. Utilizing these new technologies, OPPO has achieved a great leap in smartphone imaging technology covering various imaging capabilities, including light-sensitivity, zoom capability, stabilization, future product form factor pre-research, and more.

Before the launch of MariSilicon X, there were only three Chinese manufacturers with the capacity to mass-produce and commercialize 6nm chips. But for 6nm imaging NPU, there was no reference at all. That means that OPPO has entered a no-man’s land, and MariSilicon X is a highly risky project: high R&D expenses, high R&D difficulty and extremely high risk of failure. No one knew if it will succeed, or fail.

OPPO’s first self-designed NPU Marisilicon X delivers an incredible 18 trillion operations per second (TOPS), more than enough computing power to support our AI algorithms. Processing images at the pixel level in real-time is a crucial requirement for high-performance algorithms, and OPPO’s experience has led it to the conclusion that this can only be done when the computing power dedicated to image processing exceeds 10 TOPS (trillion operations per second.

In order to be able to process RAW data in real-time, MariSilicon X includes a powerful ISP. The dynamic range of conventional HDR images is around 16-18bit, however OPPO has taken this a step further to an incredible 20bit 120db dynamic range with the MariSilicon X.

It also sports innovative Multi-tier Memory Architecture. With MariSilicon X, OPPO designed a multi-tier memory architecture that is more than capable of keeping up with the high-speed NPU.

It helped in bringing RAW domain real-time processing to an Android Smartphone for the first time. As a Cutting-edge Imaging NPU, MariSilicon X is an important step towards fully integrating OPPO’s image processing pipeline to deliver truly professional performance.

This revolutionary NPU brings about an all-new high in smartphone imaging performance, making ultra-high-definition 4K video a reality in the RAW domain using completed data and unleashing the full potential of OPPO’s AI noise reduction algorithm for the first time to create clearer, sharper videos.

Self-developing chip is an incredibly complex process. Riding the wave of rapid technological evolution –5G, AI, cloud computing, IoT, etc. – OPPO’s transition from a trendy brand, to a smart-tech pioneer is an inspiring study in strategic pivoting and innovation management. It certainly befits the brands proposition of providing long-run solutions and Inspiration.

MariSilicon X, a truly incredible invention, is OPPO’s decisive step toward global leadership in Imaging technology. The fact that it’s developed in-house is a testament not only to OPPO’s cutting-edge R&D but also to its sheer corporate heft and staggering physical capacity. Its super-optimized processes and manufacturing operations ensure a clear and formidable edge in several key areas – the much desired and envied “ Competitor Advantage” that all companies aspire towards, yet few actually achieve.

This commitment to consistently raise the industry bar further, while bringing unprecedented power and freedom to the hands of end users – is proof – not of a methodical madness, but of the simple, unwavering belief that there is indeed nothing, but only Inspiration Ahead.

 

 

Catch the cast of Maula Jatt on TikTok

The trailer of the most anticipated film of the year, Maula Jatt, has finally been unveiled, and film lovers cannot wait to watch the epic battle of Maula and Noori on the theatre screens. As the fans eagerly wait for the theatrical release, the star cast of Maula Jatt has joined TikTok to share all the insights about the film and interact with them.

The Maula of the classic clash, Fawad Khan, joined one of the most popular video platforms by sharing the official release announcement of the film. The heartthrob hero who holds an image of a romantic prince has announced his transition into an action giant on his TikTok account.

@fawadkhan81

Are you guys ready for August 14th? #MaulaJatt2022 #thelegendofmaulajatt

♬ original sound – Fawad Khan

What makes a protagonist great is an antagonist that equally matches his strength. Hamza Ali Abbasi as Noori is set to blaze the screens and made his entry to TikTok with a silent warning for the Maula.

@iamhamzaaliabbasi

Its On.. Aug 14 @fawadkhan81 #maulajatt2022 #ThelegendofMaulaJatt #MeraPakistan

♬ original sound – Hamza Ali Abbasi

Glamour queens Mahira Khan and Humaima Malick have also arrived on the platform. Fans have wasted no time in following the Lollywood queens on their TikTok accounts, who’ll portray the character of Mukkho and Daro.

@mahirahkhan

#MaulaJatt2022 #thelegendofmaulajatt @thelegendofmaulajatt

♬ Trailer (Trailer): Action Movie – Ken Nakagawa

The powerful supporting cast of Maula Jatt has also launched their TikTok accounts to share all the powerpack moments of the most awaited movie. Farish Shafi as Mooda, rock star Ali Azmat are welcomed by fans on the most loved video platform. Mirza Gohar Rasheed as Maakha, is ready to portray a fierce character but didn’t shy away to share fun moments with Ukhano on the release of the film’s trailer.

@mirzagoharrasheed

#TheLegendofMaulaJatt theatrical trailer is out now #MaakhaNatt

♬ original sound – MirzaGoharRasheed

A series of special effects, features and challenges are also released on TikTok so the fan base can connect with the cast and show their love and enthusiasm for the film. They will also find an exclusive account with the title “The Legend of Maula Jatt” to access more exciting content. The remake of the 1979 movie with the same title is directed by Bilal Lashari.

Maula Jatt will release across Pakistan on October 13, 2022.

KitKat’s ‘Breaks For Good’ Initiative Is Definitely Worth A Praise

KitKat has taken breaks to a new level by installing benches for students and youngsters to take a break. The initiative ‘Breaks for Good’ is handled in accordance with Ricron Panels, the plastic waste recycling company, as well as the winners of the Global Nestlé Creating Shared Value Prize.

‘Breaks For Good’

The initiative offers Break Zone benches developed and installed in different schools and colleges across India. These benches constitutes of recycled plastic packaging in collaboration with Ricron Panels.

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“We wanted to bring alive the brand belief of Kitkat of breaks are good for you into our sustainability initiatives as well. By placing recycled break zones across youth hangouts, we want to communicate to the youth that these ‘break zones’ not only serve as a break for them but the environment too. This initiative is the first step in our commitment and journey toward sustainability. Meanwhile, we intend to keep having more conversations and actions around it.” Says Rupali Rattan, Head Confectionery Business, Nestlé India.

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The Campaign 

The Breaks for Good was observed on social media with the campaign launch on the official KitKat media pages.

Commenting on this initiative, Rahul Chaudhary, director of Ricron Panels, said,

“As a leader in innovative plastic waste recycling, we are proud to be associated with Kitkat. As we use our expertise to make these recycled plastic benches. This collaboration shows how post-consumer plastic waste can be part of the circular economy when stakeholders across the entire value chain work together.”

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This is not the first time KitKat has launched an impressive campaign while raising environmental awareness. Previously, KitKat installed giant boards with hanging hammocks reminding the customers to ‘Take a Break’ – the slogan which always reminds us of KitKat.

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Is It Unprofessional To Use Emojis For Workplace Communication?

Emojis have become a driving force behind texting. While the majority of our conversations are incomplete without emojis, it remains a significant problem whether they are appropriate for a different setting or not. While emojis have become commonplace in text message marketing campaigns and social media, how or if they should be used in business communications is still something to consider.

Emojis At Workplace: Good Or Bad?

Slack conducted a poll to analyse the use of emojis and their meaning in over 9000 hybrid workers. According to the results, emojis are an integral part of communication and about 58% of messages are incomplete without a single emoji.

Meanwhile, it was reported that choosing the right emoji can speed up communication by 54%. Nearly 46% of young adults—18 – 29 years old think emojis are work-appropriate, while only 28% think they’re inappropriate to use.

Which Emojis Are Work Appropriate?

While the meaning behind certain emojis can be argued – around 31% of Gen-Z and 34% of millennials reports that the recipient has misunderstood the emoji they sent.

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Some of the most common emojis at a workplace include smiley, flying money, praises, and thumbs-up. Meanwhile, it was reported that emojis could also fluctuate depending on the type of social setting. During the pandemic and lockdown, the most common emojis reported were the heart and similar emojis to dictate compassion and support at the workplace.

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According to young professional respondents using emojis in the workplace makes work more fun. “Using emojis at work is Ok and makes everything easier.” Young professionals also see others in a more positive light when they use emojis.

Using emojis at work can help you set the tone, and bond more closely with your coworkers. It shows that you’re a caring team member. When your written communications have that human touch, you’re bound to create a more positive work environment for yourself and everyone you work with.

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Are you an emoji user? Let us know in the comments below.

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Asia Cup 2022 Live On Tapmad

Looks like August got even more exciting – for all cricket fans, here’s some good news!

The 15th edition of the Asia Cup 2022 has been scheduled from August 27 to September 11. After a 2-year delay, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has finally announced the Asia Cup 2022 cricket schedule.

5 teams have been locked so far, that include Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. One more team is yet to join the others, a qualifier round will take place amongst the following:

  • Hong Kong
  • Kuwait
  • UAE
  • Singapore

Whoever wins, will grab the 6th spot in the Asia Cup tournament.

The Pakistan squad is looking pretty strong this year with players like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Muhammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman, and many more onboard – this is going to be one exciting tournament!

Wondering where you can witness all the action?  Watch the Asia Cup tournament live in HD and without any Ads now only on tapmad.

In case you don’t know, tapmad is Pakistan’s first OTT platform, with the rights to live streaming over 100 live channels in the categories of entertainment, news, and sports along with several On Demand videos. You can easily download the app, available on both, Android and iOS.

They have a standard subscription of PKR 199 per month, with a promotional offer of PKR 1 for the first week. Once subscribed, not only can you enjoy watching Asia Cup but you also get access to their entire media library which includes multiple channels such as Tensports, The Hundred, etc.

How to Subscribe:

  • Go to https://bit.ly/3PoIgLq
  • Choose your desired payment method
  • Enter your credentials
  • Set your pin
  • Login and enjoy streaming!

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For schedule updates and news, stay tuned to the tapmad Sports Facebook page!

 

BARD Foundation celebrating Success of Naila Kiani after summiting K2, Gasherbrum I and II

BARD Foundation hosted a press conference at the Lahore Press Club to highlight Naila Kiani’s experience during her 2-month long mountaineering feat. The Dubai-based banker by profession and mother of two, Kiani, became the first Pakistani female climber to summit three 8000+ peaks in her first attempt. Her original expedition commenced in June 2022 from Skardu, where she was accompanied by Sirbaz Khan & Suhail Sakhi, as she summited  K2 and Gasherbrum I.

Speaking at the conference, Naila said, “It’s very important to have a strong support system during times like this and I’m proud that my nation, my fellow climbing community and the BARD Foundation, did not fail me. The foundation’s unconditional faith in my endeavours is proof of its vision to enable the Pakistani sports ecosystem. Even though this was one of the most difficult challenges I’ve undertaken, I pledge to continue to take on more mountaineering adventures and encourage aspiring climbers to experience this amazing quest for themselves.”

During her talk, Mehreen Dawood said, “Naila has inspired and motivated women across the nation to pursue their sports careers with zeal. She has also promoted gender equality in the sports community and proven, through her conviction, that women can surpass any challenge in their path. The foundation encouraged by Naila’s success will continue to nurture young athletes so that they can be stars for Pakistan.”

Previously, in 2021, Kiani also set a record by becoming the first Pakistani woman to climb Gasherbrum-II (8,035 meters), the world’s thirteenth highest mountain. She was presented with an award in December 2021 by the President of Pakistan in acknowledgement of her achievements and contributions to mountaineering.

‘The problem is not the focus on cricket, but the lack of focus on other sports’

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For those who thought Pakistan was only a cricket-crazy nation, the recent success of Pakistani athletes in the Common Wealth Games (CWG) has proven that our love of sports is not just restricted to cricket but other games as well.

Arshad Nadeem and Nooh Dastgir Butt are the two names that trended on top on all social media platforms recently after winning gold medals in javelin throw and weight-lifting respectively.

However, the surprising part is that although both of them had represented the country earlier in different tournaments across the globe, they only shot to fame after their recent wins. Nadeem has won a gold earlier at the South Asia Games in 2019 as well, but did not get the kind of recognition back then as he did now. This, raises eyebrows and makes one wonder why do these athletes do not get the same promotion and media limelight as our cricketers. Why do they not get featured in adverts and why are they not treated as celebrities as our cricketers are?

To find answers to the questions above, we need to dig deep into the rotten corrupt system of the Pakistan Sports Board and their treatment of athletes. The reality is that most athletes train and prepare themselves on their own, without much support from sports boards or the government. Even after winning, they do not get the deserved appreciation, except for a few cash prizes from the government or private organizations. It is because of this, that Pakistan is perceived as a cricket loving nation only and our youngsters choose cricket for a career.

It is important to look into our strengths in sports other than cricket and hone the upcoming talent so that we can benefit everyone involved, from sports boards to athletes and the audience.

If we look back on Pakistan’s sports history, the country has had her fair share of glory in terms of sports other than cricket, and this could be a driving force for the next generation to pursue them.

Squash

Pakistan ruled squash for almost 50 years, from Hashim Khan to Jansher Khan. Between 1950 and 1997, Pakistan amassed over 30 British Open titles, 14 World Open titles, and many more PSA professional titles.

Hashim Khan laid the foundation of Pakistan’s dominance in Squash with his first British Open Title in 1951. The family had ‘squash’ in their blood as they went on to produce many great squash players throughout the decades.

Jahangir Khan, who is arguably the greatest ever squash player, also came from Hashim Khan’s family. Khan holds the record for the longest undefeated streak in any sport for winning 555 consecutive games of squash. He was the last to dominate the sport from the family.

However, the dominance of Pakistan didn’t end there, as the torch was passed to Jansher Khan, who won the World Open a record eight times, and the British Open six times. He was ranked number 1 in the world from January 1988 till January 1998, for almost ten years. His nephew Amir Atlas Khan also rose to prominence but could not bring back the past glory to Pakistan.

Unfortunately, despite our dominance in squash for so many decades, we failed to promote and market the game as it should have been. Our legends, post retirement, went across the globe to coach players but in our country, they were not used to their full potential. If the relevant departments took the sport seriously and invested in it, we could have prepared another generation of champions this game even bigger in our country.

Hockey

Hockey is the national sport of Pakistan, and at one point, it was the most popular sport in the country – even more than cricket. Pakistan is considered to have the most successful team in the history of field hockey World Cup, for having won the World Cup a record four times, in 1971, 1978, 1982, and 1994.

That’s not all… Pakistan has also won three Olympic gold medals, in Rome 1960, Mexico City 1968, and Los Angeles 1984, as well as eight Asian Games and four Champions Trophy tournaments. Though Pakistan dominated the hockey world from the late 1950s to the mid-1990s, the 70s and the 80s are considered the golden years of Pakistan hockey.

The country produced some of the greatest players in hockey history, notably, Hanif Khan, Hasan Sardar, Samiullah, Mansoor Ahmed, Manzoor Hussain Jr., Shahnaz Sheikh, Shahbaz Ahmed Sr., etc., who ruled the hockey world and helped Pakistan stay at the top for decades. Sohail Abbas was the last superstar of Pakistan hockey, holding a record for the highest number of goals in international field hockey.

Our hockey players have also trained and coached many international teams notably China, South Korea, Japan, and Malaysia, who are currently ranked higher than Pakistan in the world ranking.

Despite the above, today Pakistan ranks 18 in world rankings, meaning they cannot directly play the final rounds of any major tournament, be it the World Cup, Olympics or Champions Trophy. They have to first compete in a qualifying round to advance to the finals.

Pakistan’s history in hockey is a perfect example of ‘falling from grace’; a team who once dominated the sport has now been relegated to play qualifying rounds for every major tournament. The lack of government support and modern infrastructure, and falling sponsorships, have all contributed to the gradual decline of hockey in the country.

Tennis

Tennis has never been as popular a sport in Pakistan as hockey or squash, however, it has a massive following. We have witnessed glimpses of brilliance in the sport, starting from Haroon Rahim, who was the youngest ever singles national champion as well as the youngest to play for Pakistan in the Davis Cup competition at the age of 15. He was also the highest-ranked singles player in Pakistan’s history, ranking 34th in 1977.

After him, Aisam ul Haq rose to prominence as the only Pakistani player ever to reach a Grand Slam final, having done so in both men’s and mixed doubles at the 2010 US Open. Along with him, Aqeel Khan was also a major tennis player during the same time. They have often spearheaded Pakistan’s Davis Cup campaigns, partnering with each other in doubles and competing each other in singles.

Aisam ul Haq was quite popular in his peak days, he was the first Pakistani non-cricketer sportsman to star in a Pepsi advert and become one of their brand ambassadors. He was a major motivation for young players to take up the sport, but the government as well as other relevant departments, as usual, did not pay much attention.

Tennis has a huge potential to grow in our country as there are many young players at the national level who can go on to become international players if trained properly.

Snooker

Snooker is a popular street sport in Pakistan; you will find several snooker clubs in almost every locality. Pakistan has won IBSF World Snooker Championship four times. Mohammad Yousuf won it in 1994, Mohammad Asif in 2012 & 2019, and teenager Ahsan Ramzan in 2022.

Our snooker players have left a mark on almost every international tournament in which they participated and some of our notable Pakistani snooker players have been are Asjad Iqbal, Babar Masih, Saleh Mohammad and Mohammad Sajjad, to name a few. However, none of them got recognition within Pakistan.

Most of these players trained and participated in international tournaments on their own, without any sponsorship or support from the government. Unfortunately, it is the same story as that of every other sport in our country except cricket.

The talent exists, but since there is no direction, it is being wasted on the street side snooker clubs.

Conclusion

Pakistan has become a single sports nation, courtesy of the popularity of cricket among the masses. The passion for cricket in Pakistan is on another level… there is a lot of emotion, enthusiasm, and jingoism involved in the game of cricket. This is the reason, the government and other relevant bodies invest more in the game and players get sponsorships, fame and whatnot.

Hence, the problem is not the focus on cricket, but the lack of focus on other sports. At one point, hockey was as popular as cricket today, but today it is laying helplessly on a ventilator; the same is the case with squash. Our nation – that revels in its cricket victories and celebrates them for years – seems to have forgotten the achievements of other sports too soon.

I hope Arshad Nadeem and Nooh Dastgir Butt would not be forgotten as soon, and sink into oblivion like athlete Abdul Khaliq or snooker players Mohammad Yousuf, and Mohammad Asif, along with so many other sports stars who brought glory to Pakistan but earned no recognition.

Free Fire vs PUBG, the ultimate comparison.

Moving towards the digital era, advanced gaming functions have become a commonplace expectation from smartphone devices. The gaming & esports culture in general has been on the rise in Pakistan, even before the offset of the pandemic where it peaked on a global scale. The growing trend presented a vacuum that 2 leading battle royale games captured, namely Free Fire and PUBG.

Gamers and fans from both sides have often sparked debates on which game is superior. We’re here to settle the debate:

Free Fire:

Free Fire is a world-class mobile shooting game with a very fun and diverse gameplay that offers gamers numerous modes such as Battle Royale & multiplayer. The game is renowned for its ingenious matchmaking system which makes it suitable for all kinds of players (newbie to pro) pairing you with similarly ranked players. Its inherent optimization makes it compatible with all kinds of devices (1Gb-12Gb RAM). As such, it’s been the indisputably most downloaded game globally for 3 consecutive years, with more than 1 billion downloads to date.

Free Fire has become more than just a game to a social platform where individuals can interact with each other. Garena Free Fire focuses on providing a wide variety of content and experiences allowing the gamer to explore new and engaging adventures before even the game starts.

PUBGM:

PUBGM is a player versus player shooter game which offers upto 100 players inside its battle royale mode. PUBG has amassed a great feat of 500M+ downloads globally, from its release in 2017. The game is renowned for its ‘real’ concentration on gun play, with their gun classifications & recoil standing out from the rest. PUBGM offers a number of unique options to mobile gamers such as the mini zone mode, war mode, and sniper mode in the arcade mode which are available for both TPP and FPP servers.

Despite being in the same genre, the two battle royale games are vastly different from each other. While the Krafton classic has more ‘real’ gameplay that is rooted in gunplay, Free Fire’s character abilities and numerous engaging game modes add additional elements to the mix.

Let’s compare the two:

PUBG is more inclined towards replicating real life battle scenarios and does a great job displaying it on a mobile screen using the Unreal Engine. Free Fire has a more fun-based theme which includes animations to attain their perfect blend of realism and fantasy.

It’s hard to judge which one is better since they have 2 different art style directions, but we still give PUBGM the edge as it’s our personal preference of the realism art style. Nonetheless, if you want to play a fun game with vibrant graphics and colors, we would still recommend Free Fire who did a better job at this.

Gameplay: (PUBG – 4/5, FREE FIRE – 4.5/5)

Both games are market leaders which they do have their fun and superior gameplay to thank for. Free Fire has the edge in terms of having varied gameplay with a well-developed character system and many more fun and creative modes such as Craftland & Lone Wolf. PUBGM, on the other hand, focuses on serving the hardcore Battle Royale players, with many similar function to the hit PC version of the game.

Overall, we’ve given Free Fire an additional 0.5 points because the gameplay is more diverse, game duration is a lot shorter. Hence it’s well-catered to gamers with all type of experience, from soft to hardcore.

Performance and Stability: (PUBGM 2/5, Free Fire 4/5)

For this one, Free Fire is a clear winner. PUBG Mobile is often under fire for its game lagging and app crashes, users have often complained about how the game only runs well on higher-end phones. Free Fire has optimized its game to run smoother on all phones with lower reports of glitches.

Gaming Community in Pakistan: (PUBGM 3.5/5, Free Fire 4.5/5)

Free Fire has a rampant community, with regularly scheduled meet-ups, online tournaments and unique initiatives like the Campus Challenge and Battle of Cities. PUBG too has a sizeable community and also engages its user through localized community campaigns like the Campus Empower Challenge.

Overall, judging from the size and the frequent engagements of the community, we have to give it to Free Fire in this category.

Free Fire has been visibly investing in esports in Pakistan, by setting up the first professional esports league of Pakistan and their winners, HOB represented Pakistan at the grand World Series in Singapore and have other national tournaments such as the Soobai Series. PUBGM has recently affiliated itself with Galaxy Racer where they too will host a large scale esports tournament with a sizable prize pool. We look forward to both games raising the level of esports in Pakistan.

PUBG Mobile has made some notable international collaborations with the likes of Liverpool FC, Tesla, Neymar and Spiderman (which featured in-game as well). They timely captured the Ertugral craze in Pakistan when they announced their collaboration. Free Fire itself has numerous noteworthy collaborations worldwide, such as Christiano Ronaldo for their in-game ‘Chrono”, BTS and Hrtihtik Roshan. They have shown a more local approach in Pakistan with more local collaborations such as cricketing icons Babar Azam & Shadab Khan. Perhaps it is just the difference between the marketing approach of the game publishers. However, we still give it to PUBGM for this category because of the frequency and how deeply integrated the collaboration is in the gameplay of the game.

In conclusion, Free Fire earns 25/30 points, whereas PUBGM earns 22/30 points. This is just an aggregate score of how we would rate the game functions overall, it does not necessarily mean one game is better than the other. Afterall, some gamers might just choose to play a game over just one of the factors above and everyone has their own unique preferences. Hence, we’ll leave it to you to decide whether a Booyah or Chicken Dinner suits you best.

Kashee’s Bridal Festive 2022

Karachi, August 19, 2022: After receiving an overwhelming response for his debut bridal collection at the 18th edition of HUM Bridal Couture Week, makeup expert and bridal wear designer, Kashif Aslam of Kashee’s presented his latest collection titled ‘Bridal Festive 2022’ in a grand solo showcase in Karachi.

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Keeping in mind the wedding festivities of the subcontinent, the show was divided into four parts, featuring a wide range of designs for Mayoon, Mehndi, Baraat, and Valima. The collection was an ode to our rich culture and traditions. All the designs embedded beautifully crafted floral motifs in Zari and Swarovski crystals and traditional embroidery work. The pieces were a perfect combination of traditional sensibility, cut and tailored with a modern edge. The colour palette shuffled between vibrant tones of wedding festivities and the classical red.

Like the brand’s debut showcase in HBCW which featured a long list of celebrities as showstoppers, Kashee’s solo show also had a fantastic line-up of celebrities sashaying down the catwalk. Film star Sana Fakhar opened the show for Kashee’s while TikTok star Rebecca, Madiha, Saba Faisal, and Sarwat Gillani closed the Mayoon segment of the show. Shagufta Ejaz, Benita David, Nadia Hussain, and Sehar walked as show-stoppers in the Mehndi segment, whereas Saba Faisal, Rebecca, and Neelam Muneer graced the ramp in the Baraat segment.

The final segment of the show was opened by Dr Shaista Lodhi, whereas Suneeta Marshal, Sana Fakhar and Benita also graced the catwalk. The show came to an end as the ever gorgeous Reema Khan walked down the ramp in thunderous applause from the attendees.

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The event was organized by HUM Special Projects & Events. The stage and catwalk for Kashee’s solo showcase were opulent and grand in scale. The set theme was in perfect sync with the collection pieces, adding grandeur to the collection and enhancing the overall catwalk experience.

 

iOS 16: All The Features You Need To Know About

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iOS 16 has made a debut and it’s making people excited. The new software comes with many advanced features and this annual upgrade gets people at the edge of their seats. Will the new iOS entice you enough to get the iPhone 14 or not? iOS 16 comes with a new lock screen with widgets, significant Messages improvements, a shared photo library for families, and other features that are part of the iOS 16 preview. Read all about it here:

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The New Features

Your iPhone will get the new Memoji customizations in iOS 16.

Lockscreen Work

In the new software, the lock screen receives a major upgrade. The typeface, color, and wallpaper for the clock will all be customizable. Moreover, you can rotate pictures and add widgets. The lock screen is enticing to many because of how focused it will be. You can make your own focus modes with it!

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Messages Upgraded

Besides that, editing and deleting messages will now be possible in Messages. You can collaborate on documents, spreadsheets, and more directly from the chat app. This is all made possible due to SharePlay’s integration with Messages.

Apple Pay Making Lives Easier

In addition to that, Apple Pay has also enabled contactless payments at merchant locations with just an iPhone. You will need no further hardware. The new ease in payments has been brought by Apple Pay Later. This enables people to divide a purchase into four interest-free payments spread out over a period of six weeks.

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iCloud Sharing

If you have always struggled with iCloud sharing know that your difficulty is about to come to an end. Now, people can easily share photos in a different iCloud library with the use of the Shared Photo Library.

When Can We Use This?

The final version of iOS 16 is anticipated along with the release of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro. A date has not been released yet. However, many critics and Apple-lovers suggest September is the month to be betting on.

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As for how to use iOS 16, these updates will be made to existing iPhone models. But here’s the exciting part for new iPhone users, the new iPhone 14 models that will come with this version of the iPhone OS pre-installed.

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Academic Burnout: 7 Ways You Can Prevent It

Burnout happens in the middle of life. No matter how cohesive you are, there comes a time in life when things seem out of control, and you can’t cope anymore. That’s also true for academic life. According to research, students have been experiencing more burnout than ever. Academic burnout happens when your academic life and general settings feel overwhelming. The feeling of anxiousness and irritation becomes more usual, and you can’t manage to handle day-to-day tasks.

With classwork piling up, the rocky transition to online learning and the added stress of the pandemic, burnout is widespread amongst students. The physical and emotional strain of keeping up with lectures, exams, and assignments causes burnout.

While there are many reasons behind academic burnout, the key is to negate the factors and work on them actively to spiral out of the zone. Here are a few tips that can help you prevent academic burnout.

1. Make Priority Lists 

Making priority lists can help you evaluate the essential tasks that can be delayed for a bit. By clarifying your priorities to yourself and others, it will be easy to know which activities should be done first on your list. It will also enable you to make decisions when faced with multiple tasks and invitations quickly.

2. Find Practical Solutions

It is prevalent to face problems in your daily life. However, finding solutions for those problems simultaneously is key. Breaking down your tasks into manageable chunks, will reduce your stress levels and the impact of burnout. Meanwhile, you can always ask for help if you don’t find a way to break out of a problem.

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3. Work On Your Wellbeing 

We always neglect our needs when faced with multiple tasks and errands. Allowing your mind to relax and taking small breaks can impact your mental health. Skipping meals, exercising, and not drinking enough water can eventually decline your performance; leaving you prone to burnout. Make sure you get enough sleep to sharpen your focus and relax your mind and body from the tension you experience.

4. Learn To Say No

As a youth full of energy, you may fall into accepting every invitation and task. If you keep saying ‘yes’ to everything, you might get burnt out by thinking about how you can accomplish them in so little time. Learning to say ‘no’ to things that are not that important is a good step in avoiding burnout. This will also give you more time for yourself and the things you need and want to accomplish.

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5. Take Regular Breaks 

The 20-20-20 technique is incredibly beneficial when spending long days staring at a computer. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 metres away for 20 seconds. This technique reduces the strain on your eyes and allows you to clear your mind before returning to work. It’s an easy way to reduce stress and prevent eyestrain-induced headaches.

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6. Focus On Other Activities 

Admit it or not, academic activities may not be something you always enjoy doing. If you’re suffering from decision fatigue and student burnout, recover by setting time once a day to do what you want. This may include going to the beach, watching movies, playing with your dog, or painting. When you do what you enjoy, you get motivated and feel a sense of purpose.

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7. Limit Contact With Negative People 

If surrounding yourself with positive people will help you recover from burnout, being with negative people can induce burnout and drag your mood. While working with negative people may not be helped, you can choose to limit the time you spend with them; so that your positive energy will not be sapped.

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5 Healthy White Sugar Substitutes For Cooking & Baking

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Having sugar is the ultimate treat— the rush, the satisfaction, and the comfort are unmatched. However, sugar is a deadly thing to consume and has been linked to various diseases. So, where do the people with sweet tooth go? Do they not have feelings? We know the pain that comes with being healthy so we’ve put together the best five healthy white sugar substitutes.

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Why Should You Avoid White Sugar?

Those with a sweet tooth can consume more sugar than is advised. WHO advises that 6 Tbsp/day is the maximum limit. Eating too much sugar contributes to weight gain, tooth decay, elevated triglycerides and blood pressure, insulin resistance, and cardiovascular disease. So here’s what you can use to cut this out:

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1. Stevia

The South American native plant stevia is 200–300 times sweeter than normal sugar. However, it has no calories and does not affect blood sugar levels. It’s the perfect substitute for diabetic people or people looking to have a healthy life!

2. Honey

Honey is one of the oldest natural sweeteners. This natural ingredient can range from light and mildly flavorful to dark and powerfully scented. It all depends on the plant it comes from.

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If you opt for raw honey, you will also enjoy all of its incredible health advantages. For instance, improved sleep, a stronger immune system, and relief from seasonal allergies.

3. Coconut Sugar

This may sound unusual but it’s an excellent substitute for white sugar. Coconut sugar, which has a flavour and appearance similar to brown sugar, is made from the nectar of coconut palm flower buds. The best part is that it doesn’t cause a blood sugar increase as quickly as white sugar because of its low glycemic index. It also has minerals including potassium, zinc, iron, or calcium.

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4. Dates

We all already know how precious dates are. They are one of the best natural sweeteners. They facilitate digestion and lower blood sugar absorption because of their high fibre content. Moreover, this dry fruit has nutrients like selenium, calcium, folate, and vitamin K.

5. Maple Syrup

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Last but definitely not the least. This is maple syrup– the yummiest white sugar substitute. It is made from the sap of the North American native maple tree which is boiled. It gives your recipes a caramel-like flavour and (did you know?) is a great source of manganese and zinc.

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7 Interesting Documentaries On Netflix That Are Worth Watching

Netflix has many great documentaries that cover various subjects, from true crime to sports to even filmmaking. Besides, fun documentaries are a great way to bring awareness to a broader audience and inspire and inform people.

Below, we’ve assembled a list of what we believe are the best documentaries on Netflix.

1. The Girl In The Picture 

The Girl in the Picture is the latest true crime documentary from Netflix. It’s up there with its absolute best work. It feels like, after a period of needlessly bloated multi-episode documentaries, Netflix has started trimming the fat, rereleasing lean, incredibly compelling documentaries. First Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey and Our Father, now this.

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The Girl in the Picture tells the story of a young girl, murdered, aged 20. To say too much would spoil the impact, but this is a layered, brutal documentary with endless twists. It needs to be seen to be believed.

2. Our Father 

As good as Netflix documentaries are, there’s been a tendency to drag true crime into these bloated multi-episode series. Thankfully Our Father is the opposite of that. It’s a lean, perfectly executed documentary focused on Donald Cline, an Indiana fertility Doctor who used his sperm to inseminate a ridiculous amount of women against their will. This is an incredible piece. One of those stories that escalate and escalates to the point where you’re jaw is dropping in disbelief.

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3. Miss Americana

One of the best celebrity documentaries on Netflix, Miss Americana follows the famous singer and songwriter Taylor Swift and her career. Miss Americana is for sure one of the best documentaries on Netflix to watch, especially for music lovers, as it shows how difficult it is to record music and the hurdles faced by celebrities.

This celebrity documentary movie also focuses on sensitive subjects such as eating disorders, the toxic social media culture, Taylor’s battle with an eating disorder, and media scrutiny.

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4. Made You Look: A True Story About Fake Art

This crime documentary movie is about a famous art fraud in American history that took place in New York. When a woman walks into a New York art gallery with various works from unknown people, a story begins in the world of art and greed.

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5. Return To Space 

Return to Space is a documentary movie that follows SpaceX engineers and Elon Musk’s 20-year journey to send NASA astronauts back to space and revolutionize space travel.

The documentary was released in 2022 and opened to a positive response from film critics and the audience.

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6. Seaspiracy

Have you ever wondered how much humans harm ocean life? This is one of the best nature documentaries on Netflix that will show you how marine life is disturbed by the activities of humans. Seaspiracy is about a filmmaker who is passionate about ocean life and embarks on a journey to document the harm that human beings do to marine species.

Watch the trailer:

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7. What The Health 

This is one of the best documentaries on Netflix about food that explores the link between dietary habits and disease. What The Health? is a documentary that criticizes meat, eggs, and dairy products and also questions the practices of pharmaceutical organizations. It is a must-watch if you want to gain some insight into diet and its effect on our health.

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realme Will Create 15 “1 Million Shipment” Markets Within the Next Three Years While Entering the Second Stage of Entrepreneurship

realme is fast approaching the four year anniversary of its debut as an independent brand in the smartphone market. The upcoming occasion of the realme 828 Fan Fest provides a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the long, arduous path the tech democratizer has taken to reach this stage and look forward towards what realme has in the pipeline. realme started off with the mission to empower the next generation of youth by providing them with access to leap-forward technology and trendy design concepts. Over 140 million loyal fans around the globe have been satisfied with the innovation, accessibility, and community that realme brings to the table. The task that realme had entering the market was an intimidating climb, with a highly saturated mobile phone market awaiting them and long-established players occupying the majority of the market.

Possessed by the “Dare to Leap” spirit, realme persevered in their quest to fulfill their mission, never faltering along the way. The desire to serve the youth with the innovative tech and design they need helped fuel the rising smartphone brand to keep going despite any challenges. As of now, realme still remains the only smartphone brand that is fully focused on the youth and empowering them to get ahead. With the complex and ever-changing market landscape that realme has found itself in, it is pertinent to ask whether the global smartphone brand can maintain its pace of growth, continue to surprise its user base, and mold itself according to changing times and economic conditions. After analyzing its global strategy, Sky Li is confident that they will be able to rise to the challenge.

Over time realme has gained confidence as a brand with its fan base sprawling across the globe. At present time realme has a firm foothold in the global smartphone industry and data shows that their comprehensive market rollout has been remarkable effective. While it is fun to recall the glory days of past, realme never dwells on them for too long as it has a forward-thinking focus. According to Sky Li, “realme is now entering its second stage of growth as a startup, and in this next phase of our journey we will further refine our focus on targeted, long-term growth. This means an added focus on product quality and market focus”. In order to better understand this new strategy, we have to delve a little further into what strategic changes realme is going to make going forward.

On the product side, realme is going to adopt the “Simply Better” strategy which will place a premium on product by increasing investment in R&D by 58% year-over-year in order to further advance its abilities of making essential tech innovations more accessible. With this strategy, realme is placing a greater emphasis on its number series of phones, which have famously been realme’s vehicle for tech-democratization in the past and are realme’s most essential product line. Number series phones pack high-tech features into a visually attractive design with an affordable price tag. In addition to an increased focus on improving product quality, realme will also be streamlining their operations by pooling their resources into global unified development to be more in line with the “Simply Better” strategy. Product improvement is seen as the cornerstone of realme’s growth moving forward.

The market side will be seeing positive changes as well. Now that its core markets have been defined, realme will place a new emphasis on stability over expansion. This new market focus goes by the name of “Market Cultivation” strategy, which will place particular focus on its two 10-million shipment markets while working towards building a core of fifteen 1-million shipment markets. Currently, realme has seven markets with annual shipments exceeding 1 million units with a spot in the Top 5 in certain markets. realme isn’t afraid of dreaming big and stands strong in its belief that it can climb even further to the very top.

The broad market uncertainty that the industry is currently facing does not phase realme. The smartphone brand is confident in their place in the industry and believes that difficult moments do not last forever so it is important to keep persevering even through stormy weather. In today’s age, smartphones have made us more capable than ever with AIOT expanding these capabilities even further. The future realme is working to build is one where technology brings youth around the world closer and inspires them to do great things in their lives. realme will remain to see this dream into fruition, no matter how many years it may take.

In a bid to promote e-commerce exports Alibaba.com Host First Faisalabad Seller summit at FCCI

Alibaba.com a global platform for B2B e-commerce organized 1st Faisalabad seller summit in collaboration with Faisalabad chamber of Commerce and Industries (FCCI). The event focused on huge potential of Faisalabad exporters to tap into the digital B2B buyer base. With over 600+ registrations of the event more than 200 attendees visited FCCI to witness the session and 200+ people joined online.

Faisalabad seller summit event themed “Go Export with Alibaba.com” was attended by Mr. Atif Munir Sheikh- Honourable President, Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industries as guest speaker. Whereas other speakers included Mr. Song Song- Business Head, Alibaba.com Pakistan, Mr. Syed M. Safwan- Owner, Syed & Sons (10+ years Alibaba member) , Mr. M. Haider Zaidi- Export Law Specialist, AUC| Law, Mr. Tariq Mehmood Mian- VP, & Board Raaziq International Logistics.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Atif Munir Sheikh President, FCCI, said “On behalf of Faisalabad business community we are thankful to Alibaba.com for unlocking e-commerce export opportunities for local SMEs. There is a lot of untapped potential for the growth of e-commerce in Pakistan therefore we urge Alibaba.com to help unlock it for Pakistan’s sustainable economic growth.”

While addressing the session Head of Alibaba.com Pakistan Mr. Song Song, said “Faisalabad has traditionally been the manufacturing city of Pakistan with a lot of traditional manufacturers in textile and other industries with superior product. Faisalabad in particular, contributed US$3.2 billion in export volume or 12% of the country’s total export volume in fiscal year 2021-22. However, participation of Faisalabad exporters in Alibaba.com is just 1.2%. We are promising to invest as much resources as we can to create and enable the eco system to make Faisalabad the next digital trade hub in the world.’’

Pakistan is one of Alibaba.com’s most important supplier markets given its geographical advantage, skilled labour force and budding entrepreneurial SMEs looking to export. Since fiscal year 2019-20, after establishment of a Alibaba.com team dedicated to the local market, company has been enhancing support for Pakistani suppliers by forming collaborations with local channel partners, making Pakistan-specific platform enhancements and creating curated training modules for sellers here. As a result, Alibaba.com is glad to see a notable growth in Pakistani supplier base over the past few years, and Pakistan has now become No.1 overseas supplier market in terms of number of paying suppliers.