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J. JK 555 Inspired By Jahangir Khan

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J. was established in 2002 and has expanded over the world with 30+ international outlets across the US, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar while having a network of 100+ outlets across Pakistan.

J. is the leading perfumer in Pakistan with exquisite scents ranging from Oriental to French, for both men and women. During this course of time, J. has recognized the contributions of many influential personalities by introducing the concept of signature fragrances in the country.

Keeping that spirit of tribute alive, J. is all set to pay homage to the man who represented Pakistan in a positive light, a man universally recognized as the world’s greatest ever player and an athlete who transcended his sport to be acknowledged as world’s greatest ever sportsman. J. is proud to launch a fragrance of a champion ‘JK 555’, inspired by the success of Pakistan’s greatest ever squash player Jahangir Khan. We are honored that a great player like him is representing us,” said Ahmed Ali, Senior Brand Manager at J. “The ‘JK 555’ fragrance is an extraordinary scent carrying the essence of courage, determination, and success of the unbeatable champion Jahangir Khan.”

The olfactory journey of ‘JK 555’ is crafted with rich and sparkling notes of star anise, bergamot, mandarin, pepper, cardamom at the top, and an explosive bouquet of floral notes and rich notes of cinnamon and coriander at the heart. The fragrance trails off with warm and deep notes of amber musk, patchouli, and vetiver. ‘JK 555’, a scent that defines the aura of a champion, a scent made to win; is a successful new addition to the exquisite fragrance range of J. that sure can be a treat to the fans of Jahangir Khan.

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Nestlé for Healthier Kids Announces Winners of the Drawing Contest Campaign on World Health Day!

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Nestlé for Healthier Kids Program organized an exciting fun learning drawing contest for children between the age group of 10-14 years, to engage their creative capacities. The winners were announced on the World Health Day.

Families all over the country have started this term with the strain of school closure which continues to put the challenge of home-schooling on parents. During these challenging times, Nestlé for Healthier Kids launched drawing contest to provide children with an opportunity to focus on drawing while busy parents are juggling work, house chores, and childcare commitments.

This campaign has the following drawing themes: ‘I’m active, I exercise’; ‘I eat healthy’; and ‘I love water’. The thematic areas were selected after careful consideration since, one of the key purposes of this activity was to educate the children about healthy habits and give them an opportunity to become more aware of active lifestyle through drawing pictures under any one of the three drawing themes given.

This activity nurtured a healthy competition amongst children and during this entire activity they understood the importance of hydration, active lifestyle and role of healthy eating and how it contributes towards a healthier immune system hence, fortifies ones’ protections against any virus. This self-awareness helped children in becoming more conscious and careful about their health to make better nutrition decisions from an early age for a healthier future. The children participating submitted their artwork entries to the N4HK Panel of Judges via email. More than 1000 entries rolled in from across Pakistan as large number of children entered the contest by sending their creative and inspiring artworks.

One of the key successes of this initiative was that the school going kids who were confined in their homes spent their time in a productive and informed way. They were given a platform to communicate their imagination and showcase their creativity. This is the first time the Nestlé for Healthier Kids Program encouraged children to participate in an online drawing contest. The contest engaged their creative minds and gave participants a chance to prove and improve their skills while encouraging them to express their imagination and present self-expression through original pieces of artwork.

After a long, tough process and sifting through the unique, creative and stellar submissions of participants, the judges finally picked two winners from each theme. The artworks reflected strong creative expression by children on the given themes.

The competition was geared towards age group 10 to 14 years. Two winners were selected from each category. The top submissions in all three categories are published on Nestlé Pakistan’s website. First 100 entries will receive certificate of participation from the Nestlé for Healthier Kids team. Such recognition will pay off the efforts of the winners and motivate other children to work on their drawing skills, express themselves freely as well as educate themselves on pertinent issues.

Education is a powerful tool for ensuring that children understand the value of nutrition and physical activity and continue leading healthy lives as they grow older. The program is exemplary for other organizations to follow as it reflects the collective action in collaboration with other educational partners. In Pakistan, the program has reached out to about 250,000 children and 1,300 teachers and aims to reach out to more than 300,000 children in Pakistan by 2022.

Nestlé for Healthier Kids Program is part of Nestle’s commitment to UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3 of Good Health and Well-Being. The SDGs set a new course for nutrition and human development. As highlighted by experts, nutrition is both maker and a marker of development. Improved nutrition can be used as the platform for progressing in terms of health, education, employment, empowerment of women and the reduction of poverty and inequality.

Initiatives such as Nestlé for Healthier Kids help ensure multisectoral collaboration to improve the nutritional indicators of the country. Since nutrition is a multi-stakeholder approach, it is a collective responsibility and requires a joint effort from all the stakeholders, if not equally, at least substantially.

The program is continuously strengthening its efforts through various activities aimed at increasing nutritional knowledge and adopting healthier lifestyle habits.

N4HK is indicative of what we all need to do in an era of interdependence: share responsibility and take collective action. It may sound difficult, but it starts from home. Eat healthy, promote a healthy lifestyle and most of all, be kind to one another.

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Karachi’s Best Organisations Recognised For Their Relentless Commitment At KE’s KHI Awards

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Karachi: Pakistan’s largest city, Karachi has existed as a land of opportunities for more than a century. From a small fishing town, Karachi has become the country’s economic base, acting as an incubator for people and organisations which work for the benefit of the city. It is a land of opportunity thanks in no small part due to the efforts of countless welfare and community support organizations and NGOs whose work has or will positively impacted Karachi.

In recognition of their efforts, K-Electric (KE), Pakistan’s largest private electric supply company, recently hosted the “KHI Awards”.

Awarded for their innovative skill sets and their aim to execute their projects with excellence, 34 organisations were awarded in the form of electricity bill rebates, valued from PKR 250,000 to 5 Million, for their contribution, often made in the face of insurmountable odds.

The event was held with all COVID-19 SOPs and in a video message for the winners and hosts, Governor of Sindh, Mr. Imran Ismail said: “The participants and winners of these awards are an integral part of the state, as they support the government in its efforts to help the people of the city across a number of different fields including education, public health, and sustainability.” He further added; “I appreciate KE’s step to recognize the efforts of these NGOs and I am sure that it will be a catalyst towards bigger plans. The process was conducted with utmost transparency and impartiality, and all organizations were evaluated on their performance alone.”

Speaking about the inaugural edition and KE’s association with the city, KE CEO Mr. Moonis Alvi said: ” KE’s relationship with Karachi extends over 107 years, and our work is embedded into the very fabric of this great city. It is heartening that so many competent and passionate organizations are working at the forefront to uplift the city.” These awards are KE’s humble effort to acknowledge their dedication and we are proud to extend our support for their ongoing efforts. KE is also grateful to the jury members who volunteered their time and expertise, as well as our audit partners, who ensured credibility and transparency in the evaluation process.”

Each of the winners were selected following a detailed review process which shortlisted 73 organization from around 140 entries that had been received. Each nominee was largely judged on the efficacy of their project and the way it was executed during the agreed time and within the allocated budgets. This process also included selecting organisations that demonstrated the adoption of best practices with regards to urban innovation and the use of technology and mobile solutions.

Speaking about the entire selection process, the Jury Chair,  Mr. Saad Amanullah Khan, who is also founder of #IAMKARACHI, appreciated the entire exercise: “We had an overwhelming number of entries to choose from for our first edition. The winners have been instrumental in making a tremendous impact on the city, and their total asset base stands at over PKR 54 billion, which is the welfare investment these organizations are making to drive progress in Pakistan and it’s largest metropolitan city. KE’s decision to honor these organizations and empower them on their journey is commendable.”

The nomination processes were audited by EY Ford Rhodes Chartered Accountants, a member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited, who served as the Official Award Auditors and monitored the end to end process of shortlisting and jury processes against the defined parameters developed by KE.

The final list of the winners includes:

1. Digital Accessibility & Financial Inclusion

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Moonis Alvi presenting award to Khaqan Sikander and Nazia Bilal

2. Education

Idara e Taleem o Agahi – Sehrish Farooq

Orange Tree Foundation – Omer Mateen Allahwala

Institute of Business Administration, Karachi

Naz Khan presenting award to Malahat Awan

Development in Literacy

Sadia Dada presenting award to Caroline Sharon

3. Empowering Women

Kiran Foundation – Sabina Khatri

The Citizens Foundation (TCF) – Amna Khalid

Behbud Association Karachi – Ms. Saira Naqui

4. Heritage & Culture

National Academy of Performing Arts – Moonis Alvi

Idara e Taleem o Agahai 

Mariam Shah receiving award from Moonis Alvi

Tehzeeb Foundation of Pakistan

Fatima Awan receiving award from Moonis Alvi

5. Inclusion

Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre – Marven Lobo

Family Educational Services Foundation (FESF) – Shahzad Zaki

Hands – Mr. Shaikh Maaz

6. Livelihoods & Vocational Training

The Hunar Foundation – Air CDR Retd. Muhammad Nasiruddin SI

Who is Hussain? Foundation – Ali Abbas

Karachi Vocational Training Center – Senator Abdul Haseeb Khan

7. New Organisations (less than 12 months old)

Pakistan Legal United Society (PLUS – Legal Aid) – Altaf Khoso

Pink Pakistan Trust – Dr. Zubaida Qazi

8. Public Health

Indus Hospital and Health Network (IHHN) – Syed Mashud Rizvi

Layton Rahmatulla Benevolent Trust (LRBT) – Mr. Najmus Saqib Hameed

ChildLife Foundation – Dr. Tabish Shehzad

Fatimid Foundation –  Dr. Shabneez Hussain

Lady Dufferin Hospital – Dr. Zaryab Setna

Bait ul Sukoon Cancer Hospital – Zainab Ebrahim

9. Safety (Road, Fire, Home, Personal)

Pakistan Life Saving Foundation (PALS Rescue) –  Ms. Sobia

Citizens Police liaison committee (CPLC) Sindh – Zubair Habib

10. Social Service

Ayesha Chundrigar Foundation

Sadia Dada presenting award to Mohammad Ali Chundrigar

AMTF Helping Blood Disorder Program

Sadia Dada presenting award to Dr Asim Qidwai

Roshni Research & Development Welfare Organization – Muhammad Ali

Panah Trust (Panah Shelter Home) – Ms. Uzma Noorani

11. Sports

Karachi United Football Foundation Trust – Talib Hussain

12. Sustainability & Environment

NED University of Engineering and Technology

Naz Khan presenting award to Saad Ahmed Qazi

13. Uplifting Communities

INFAQ Foundation – Sohail Ayub

The Biggest Nokia Phone Launch Yet Introduces A New Portfolio That Consumers Will Love, Trust And Want To Keep

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ESPOO, FINLAND, 8 April 2021 – HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones and accessories, is today announcing its biggest launch to date featuring six new smartphones – Nokia X20, Nokia X10, Nokia G20, Nokia G10, Nokia C20 and Nokia C10 – that have been streamlined into three distinct lines.

Top of the range Nokia X-series, intermediate G-series and entry-level C-series all deliver the quality experience that consumers have come to expect from the European mobile company. Products that are built to last inside and out thanks to industry-leading[i] security, superior durability, and the promise to provide the latest software, so you can keep your phone for longer.

Florian Seiche, CEO, HMD Global: “Today is more momentous than a regular product launch. The past 12 months have no doubt been challenging, yet they also gave us a moment to pause, think and prepare for the next big step in our start-up journey. As a Finnish company, our approach to technology and business is human-first and that is reflected in this new smartphone range. We want people love their phones. The launch of HMD Mobile – a milestone in our journey to a holistic provider of all things mobile – amplifies this, and it is only the beginning. We want you to trust that we put security at the heart of everything we do – Nokia smartphones come with security and software updates for extra piece of mind. And we want people to keep their phones for longer, thanks to our signature durability.”

Stephen Taylor, CMO, HMD Global: “For our team, innovative thinking is about unlocking high-value experiences to those who may have not had access to them before. Millions of people rely on a Nokia device for their everyday needs, from basic connectivity, to payments and creativity. We care about people trusting their phone. That’s why our industry-leading security offering runs across the new X, G and C ranges – everyone deserves to feel safe. We care about people keeping their phone for longer. These products are built to last inside and out, thanks to our upgrade promises and superior durability. And we want people to continue to love their phone. The X-series allows us to offer the benefits of our high-end partnerships with Qualcomm and ZEISS Optics. Finding that perfect balance between specs and affordability is what the G-series is all about. The C-series, meanwhile, thrives on delivering ultra-high value tech to the smartphone market. I’m proud of the niche we’ve carved within this extremely competitive market.”

X-series launches with Nokia X20 and Nokia X10

Sitting proudly at the top of the new portfolio are the Nokia X20 and Nokia X10. Pushing the boundaries of the mid-range, these smartphones provide experiences and quality far above their price tag. Both powered by the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 480 5G Mobile Platform which delivers series-defying performance and truly global 5G.[ii] The signature Nordic design that inspires all Nokia smartphones, is matched with three years of security and software updates for extra piece of mind. Presented on the clean AndroidTM One interface, these handsets come with Android 11 straight out of the box. Renowned ZEISS Optics and innovative AI solutions are at the heart of the impressively versatile imaging options. With a wide 6.67” Full HD+ punch-hole display, all of your content will be delivered on a crisp, eye-catching screen. Nokia X20 and Nokia X10 also come with a 100% compostable case in the sales box – designed to be tough on the ground but soft on the earth, it reduces waste, so you can keep your phone out of landfill and in your hands for longer.

The Nokia X20 comes with an impressive 32MP front camera and 64MP quad camera on the rear. The all-new Dual Sight feature will activate two cameras simultaneously so you can capture multiple sides or multiple angles of the story. Then, enhance it further with a host of watermarking options.

Bringing exceptional value to the range, the Nokia X10 will please those with sub-€300 budgets. The 48MP quad-camera with Cinematic capture, is complemented with a full suite of pro editing tools, so you can personalise, style and share stand-out content that inspires others.

G-series launches with Nokia G20 and Nokia G10

The G-series represents the perfect balance of delivering on all your daily needs through straightforward problem-solving technology. Featuring on both phones in the G range is the three-day battery life[iii] – the longest yet on a Nokia smartphone. The Nokia G20 is supported by the signature Android promise available on Nokia smartphones. That’s three years of monthly security updates to help keep your data as secure as possible and two years of OS updates. The first members join the G-series with signature longevity, improved security thanks to face and side fingerprint unlock and an impressive 6.5” teardrop display with a handy brightness boost.

The Nokia G20 is an on-the-go creative studio that fits in the palm of your hand. With a stunning 48MP camera, ample storage and immersive OZO surround audio, you can capture then relive your memorable moments in all their glory.

Nokia G10 has a triple rear camera and advanced imaging with AI-enhanced shooting modes, so your memories are perfectly preserved even from tricky low-light settings.

C-series adds Nokia C20 and Nokia C10

Bringing amazing value, the C-series makes high-quality smartphone technology accessible to everyone. The latest additions to the popular range bring forward much-loved features like the wide 6.5” HD+ display, at amazing price points. With Android 11TM (Go edition), adding up to 20% faster speeds, and improved security features, as well as Nokia smartphone durability with quarterly security updates for two years.

The Nokia C20 is an ultra-high value smartphone that comes with standout features that include the front and rear LED flash to capture those special moments even in low-light.

Nokia C10 is the most affordable device of the new portfolio starting at just USD89. With superior build quality in a sleek Nordic design, it arrives to the portfolio as a result of rigorous testing. The ergonomic casing with a micro-texture finish will ensure it’s truly built to last.

HMD Mobile builds on the success of HMD Connect

Introducing the brand-new mobile network from HMD Global, HMD Mobile, offering simplicity and value to mobile customers. Entering its very first market as an independent mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), HMD Mobile follows the success of the brand’s global roaming solution, HMD Connect which launched in March 2020. The new service launches in the UK this month, with gradual global roll-out planned.

Janne Lehtosalo, VP of Services, HMD Global: “HMD Mobile is built on the foundation of trust, simplicity and flexibility where you only pay for the features you will use every day with no fixed-term subscriptions or premiums. This momentous launch presents our ambition to become the ultimate one-stop-shop for all your mobile needs.”

Nokia audio accessories range expanded with Nokia Lite Earbuds

Featuring easy-to-learn touch controls for music, voice assistant and calls, Nokia Lite Earbuds go on sale globally today. Echoing the premium design and impressive battery life on Nokia phones, the pocket-size case will carry around six additional charges to your trusty buds.[iv] The equivalent to 36 hours of blissful playback, almost double the industry standard.

Pricing and availability

  • The Nokia X20 will be available in select markets globally starting May in Midnight Sun and Nordic Blue colour options and comes in 6/128GB and 8/128GB configurations. Check local availability. MSRP 349 EUR
  • The Nokia X10 will be available in select markets globally starting June in Forest and Snow colour options and comes in 6/64GB, 6/128 GB and 4/128GB configurations. Check local availability. MSRP 299 EUR
  • The Nokia G20 will be available in select markets globally starting May in Night and Glacier colour options and comes in 4/64GB and 4/128GB configurations. Check local availability. MSRP 159 EUR
  • The Nokia G10 will be available in select markets globally starting late April in Night and Dusk colour options and comes in 3/32GB and 4/64GB configurations. Check local availability. MSRP 139 EUR
  • The Nokia C20 will be available in select markets globally starting June in Sand and Dark Blue colour options and comes in 1/16GB, 2/32GB Check local availability. MSRP 85 EUR
  • The Nokia C10 will be available in select markets globally starting May in Light Purple and Grey colour options and comes in 1/16GB, 1/32GB and 2/16GB Check local availability. MSRP 75 EUR
  • The Nokia Lite Earbuds (BH205) will be available in select markets globally starting today in Polar Sea and Charcoal colour options. Check local availability. MSRP 39 EUR

[i] Nokia phones lead trust rankings, Counterpoint, 2020:

[ii] 5G coverage is limited and might not be supported by your network service provider. Actual speed depends on network and other factors.

[iii] Based on a real life usage test by HMD Global. See more info at [add product webpage]

[iv] Earbud play time is up to 6 hours on one charge. Fully charged case gives up to five additional charges, which makes the total play time up to 36 hours.

Yasir Hussain Is All Praises For His Wife Iqra Aziz & Mother-in-law

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Iqra Aziz
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Iqra Aziz is a talented actress who has won the audience’s heart as the spontaneous Jia at times and at times as the headstrong Noori. Whichever character she dons, you would just know that she would do justice to it. And seeing a recent post by Yasir Hussain, its clear where she gets her sense of hard work.

Yasir Hussain and his Insta Post

Iqra’s husband, Yasir took to Instagram a picture of Iqra with her mother Asiya Aziz. Both of them are seated in a car. A picture that would look like a random casual moment becomes so much more because of its caption.

The caption reads:

”My beautiful wife @iiqraaziz with her proud mother Asiya Aziz (First female careem driver) sitting in her daughter’s new car MASHAALLAH…”

Why is the post so powerful?

This caption makes the moment so much powerful because we come from a society where even now if a woman is driving we form negative opinions about her. And a job as a driver for a woman is never endorsed. In that society, Iqra’s mom, a very strong woman herself, defied stereotypes and became the first female careem driver.

Not to mention, owning a vehicle in current times is so hard because of the rates. So if you buy a car it shows that you have put in tons of effort in your work to finally be able to own a car.

So the first female careem driver who must have faced taunts on the street and negative reactions, persevered all that and was finally able to sit in a car that her daughter bought, is a double achievement.

Yasir Hussain goes to lengths praising the wife and the mother-in-law for their power. And he also left a message for his followers. He said that real men do not believe in imposing restrictions on the women in their family.

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Disrespecting The Pakistan Army Can Land You In Jail Now

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Usman
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Pakistan army and new law on disrespecting
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There have been many instances where the world has been taken aback a bit. Whether it is related to politics or pop culture, some news just seem to be a bit surprising. Of course, that does not mean that the news itself is something bad, though. It can be a good thing too. Speaking of news, a new bill has passed. It is related to the Pakistan Army and people disrespecting it.

Pakistan has an army that is quite worthy of a mention. They are quite impressive and come among the top five or ten armies of the world. Our soldiers are some of the bravest and boldest to have ever walked this Earth. Pakistan’s history is full of accomplishments that highlight the strength of the army.

Pakistan Army new ruling
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Pakistan Army Zindabad:

When we refer to the army here, we think about those that are stationed at the borders. Not being able to visit home because of a responsibility is something not everyone can take. It takes quite a lot of will power to lay down your life for a cause, towards the good of the people. The soldiers deserve our utmost respect for trying to make sure the world doesn’t fall apart.

If we look as special areas of the Pakistan Army, we may just be impressed. Have you ever heard of the SSG? It refers to ‘Special Services Group’ and it’s a unit that houses some of the toughest commandoes ever trained. The training itself is unforgiving and those who make it across are surely considered people of steel.

Passing A New Bill:

So, in recent news, a bill has passed. It states that one cannot disrespect the armed forces of Pakistan, in any manner. Be it memes or slander or hate speech, it is now illegal to do so. If anyone is caught doing it, they will be sentenced to up to 2 years in prison. That or they may also be fined about Rs.5 Lac.

If anyone out there is thinking to bad mouth the armed forces, we urge them to reconsider. One small joke or insult can land them in deep waters. The writer of this article does not want to be someone who steps in their way. It is better to be safe than sorry.

Pakistan army cannot be disrespected
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Law Abiding Citizens:

While we do think of making memes, we must remember that none of those should blatantly insult people. If it is making fun of an entity, then its intention is not good humour and must not be promoted. Additionally, if someone speaks out against the entities and speaks out slogans, they are promoting civil unrest. It’s not immediately unrest but it’s a whole chain of events that starts at disrespecting.

It is quite a commendable bill that has been passed. We hope it does bring about good change. After all, the Pakistan Army is doing a tremendous job and they deserve our support on every corner.

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5 Things You’re Doing Wrong In A Job Interview

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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5 Things You're Doing Wrong In A Job Interview
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Still waiting for the response on your interview? The chances are you were not the perfect fit for the position. Clearing job interviews are crucial to land your dream job. Most of the time, we make small mistakes that tend to leave a not-so-great impression on the interviewer. Suppose you have been through the same or someone who wants to apply for a job. Then here are some tips to help your ace your next job interview.

1. Coming In Late 

Showing up late for the job interview could be a deal-breaker for you. If you are lucky, you might get a slot for an interview later on, but the organization does not rely on people who can not show up on time. It shows a lack of respect and interest from the employee and can leave a grave impression on the employers.

5 Things You're Doing Wrong In A Job Interview
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2. Not Coming Prepared 

Doing your research is the key before going in for the job interview. If you do not know the company’s basic requirements or the basic requirements of your work, the interviewer might get an idea that you are not interested in the role. The knowledge about the work culture, products, and services a company offers will show you are motivated and competent enough to do the job.

3. Not Being Honest

Being upfront and confident about the job is key to ace any interview. If you know the answer to the question, then explain it, but if you do not know something, then straight up own it. Lying about something you have no idea about could only land you in trouble, and you might lose the employer’s trust.

5 Things You're Doing Wrong In A Job Interview
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4. Not paying attention

If you have a lower attention span or can not focus, then change your habit. Being in an interview, it is demanded that you clearly understand and respond to the questions. Playing with your phone could also seem very rude and disrespectful during the interview.

5. Saying irrelevant things 

Talking about irrelevant stuff can really put the interviewer off guard. Do not talk about your previous job or your previous employer. Do not come off as someone obsessed with perfection, as perfection is a myth, and mistakes are expected of people. Always know why you can be the greatest asset to the company but do not go overboard.

5 Things You're Doing Wrong In A Job Interview
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5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime

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Dr. Rida Qamar
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Dreamy destinations
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Whether you are a city person or a country person, the chances are you are a wanderlust for the dreamy destinations. Traveling is the window to the soul. It opens your mind to endless possibilities. Allows you to communicate and learn from different cultures and people.

If you want to grow as a person, then traveling could be the best option to do so, from enhancing your creativity to relieving your stress and boosting your self-confidence. Travelling could be the best option if you want to break free from everyday stressors. But the question is, where would you? If you want to travel but not confident about the place, then look at this list of the dreamy places you should visit at least once in your lifetime.

1. Austria 

If you are someone who likes the best of both worlds, then Austria is the best option for you. Known for its rich cultural heritage and lifestyle, Austria is one of Europe’s hidden gems. The beautiful capital Vienna embodies cultural heritage and art with lots of museums and immense beauty. The scenic mountains with water bodies look like something out of the fairytales. Whether you are into music, arts, or culture, Austria could be the dream location for you.

5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
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2. Paris 

This might sound cliche, but Paris is on everyone’s bucket list. However, there is a reason why you must visit Paris at least once in your lifetime. If you enjoy the finer things in life, then Paris is for you. From small roadside cafes serving croissants and aesthetically pleasing desserts to the trip to Eiffle tower and museums. The hub to fashion, music, and history with long roads where you can walk and be in awe of the city. Paris will for sure satisfy the inner wanderlust in you.

5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
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3. South Korea

Search for your soul in Seoul. A small country that came into the tourism industry’s limelight after the K-POP scene dominated the world charts. Now South Korea is a most sought-after destination. From Incheon to Seoul or Daegu to Busan, South Korea is one of the most beautiful places to be on your bucket list. The nightlife of Seoul is once in a lifetime experience. If you like to study different cultures, then the pulsating culture of South Korea will satisfy your inner geek. The generosity of the locals towards tourists is the most raved-about thing of South Korea.

5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
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4. Prague 

Another city filled with fairytale vibes, Prague should be on your list to be visited at least once. From historical bridges to castles and colorful buildings, Prague is one of the world’s biggest castle complexes. The best part visiting Prague will not leave your pocket empty as it is one of the cheapest capital in Europe.

5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
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5. Bora Bora 

The epitome of romance Bora Bora is a heavenly place for you encased in one of the planet’s most beautiful lagoons. Emerging from the ocean 13 million years ago, Bora Bora is an extinct volcano. From French-inflected cuisines to underwater activities, Bora Bora has a variety of things to offer. The majestic coral gardens and underwater creatures will be a sight for the eyes.

5 Dreamy Destinations You Should Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
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OPPO Holds It Service Day To Provide High Quality Repair Services To The Consumers

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8th April, 2021: OPPO Service Day will take place as per schedule at authorized service centers to provide multiple repair services to its users on the 12th of April.

Service is more than repair

OPPO believes that service is not just about repairs. The brand hopes to make customers feel warm in their daily life. So, on OPPO Service Day, in addition to enjoying the basic maintenance discount, users will be welcomed by a free drink while arriving at OPPO service center. In order to make it easier for users to manage their time, OPPO service centers will extend the business hours on OPPO Service Day. Moreover, all OPPO users can enjoy free cleaning and software upgrade on this day to renew your phone.

OPPO Service Day is by your side

In Pakistan, OPPO Service Day covers 16 service centers. In the future, more service centers will join OPPO Service Day, so that more OPPO users can enjoy the privileges of service day near home every month.

Avoid the risk of the epidemic, safe accompany

OPPO always puts users’ safety in the first place. The brand organized activities and set business hours in strict accordance with government requirements. The staff of the service center were required to wear face masks and check body temperature, clean and disinfect the store every day, and provide hand sanitizers for customers to use.

If you want to experience OPPO Service Day, come to the nearest service center and enjoy the special day for you!

We Just Found Agha Mustafa’s Lebanese Doppelganger

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Lyza Rashid
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agha mustafa lebanese doppelganger
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Agha Mustafa’s doppelganger has been found in Lebanon and the resemblance is uncanny!

Agha Mustafa is a celebrated Pakistani actor mostly known for his stellar performances. In Sang-e-Mar Mar, Moray Saiyan and Band Khirkian, his performances helped him gain fame and reverence with many amongst the Pakistani audiences.

We just found his doppelganger and can’t help but go crazy over the resemblance. Stick around to truly believe that there are, after all, 7 people who look like you!

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The Doppelganger 

Ayman Moussa is a Lebanese public figure. It appears that he is a model by profession who enjoys a large number of followers. Moussa has over 6000 people following him and his profile is full of perfectly posed shots. Here’s the man in question:

Isn’t The Resemblance Uncanny?

If you’re still not convinced, let us bring the persuasion to you on a plate. Seeing the two side by side really puts the resemblance into perspective.

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What is most intriguing is not just their physical resemblance, but also in their demeanour and social personality. 

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The two also have the same build and beard which is making it difficult for fans to put them apart!

Especially this collage really and truly brings the resemblance home. Could it be that they were twins separated at birth? Cue: the wildest doppelganger theories from fans!

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The Doppelganger Business 

The doppelganger theories have circulated on social media for the longest time. Time and time again fans come across resembling personalities of their loved figures whom they can’t help but share.

This creates a chain of events that can be doubly productive! Many people who may not know Agha Mustafa from before may know now after this doppelganger news comes to light. Moreover, even Moussa’s fan following/publicity may increase.

Agha Mustafa’s Fan Following

Agha Mustafa’s social media account is full of his two adorable little nieces. The star can not stop putting up the cutest of photos with them and we can not help but gush over them. He has said time and time again that he would happily die for them and is there a better mamu out there?

He also has a sense of humour his fans come to enjoy on his profile. Be it posting “rishta pictures” or posting fan edits in which he disassociates himself from crazy captions— the guy can take a joke.

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Nationwide Retailer Competition Jazz Sajao 2020 Concludes On A High Note

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Karachi – 12 March 2021: Jazz, Pakistan’s number one 4G operator and largest internet and broadband service provider, has concluded its nationwide retailer competition, Jazz Sajao 2020. Vehari’s Al-Madina Mobile was declared the winner and was handed over the winning prize by Jazz’s Head of Channel Planning & Distribution Umer Afzal and Regional Business Head Tariq Durrani at the closing ceremony in Lahore.

A first-of-its-kind initiative by a mobile operator, the idea behind this competition was to engage the retailer community in a fun-filled activity that improved brand visibility and consumer accessibility. For more than two months, 8,500 retailers from Chitral to the coastal banks of Baluchistan adorned their shops with Jazz’s colors, uploading pictures and videos on social media.

The Future of Air Travel: Standing Seats and Designated Sleep Areas

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Foldable, booster-style seats, self-cleaning toilets, and newly defined aircraft cabins are among some of the most interesting aircraft innovations that could take off in the near future.

Winners of the Crystal Cabin Awards were announced at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg Germany this week, which recognizes innovations in aircraft cabins across eight categories.

Here are some of the highlights:

Foldable, ‘booster’ seats

Rebel.Aero’s design for foldable seats similar to the ones found in movie theaters took the award for best Passenger Comfort Hardware this year. The concept is multi-pronged: Foldable seats enable passengers to stand in their own “footwell” space more comfortably and offers easier access to fellow seatmates.

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The result? Quicker boarding and turnaround times. Likewise, long-legged passengers can fold up part of the seat pan into a booster-style arrangement, giving them more leg room. The new standing seat configuration also allows passengers to straighten their legs and stretch their lower backs during short-haul flights.

Self-cleaning toilets

Boeing’s much buzzed-about “self-cleaning” toilet took the award in the category of Greener Cabin, Health, Safety and Environment for its slew of features, including a system that can disinfect the bathroom in three seconds and a hands-free experience.

Boeing's self-cleaning toilet

Ultraviolet lights are positioned to shine on surfaces like the toilet seat, sink and countertops once the occupant leaves the loo. Toilet seats are being designed to open and close automatically, while hands-free door latches and faucets are also in development.

Lifestyle Cabin

Zodiac Aerospace dared to reimagine conventional cabin categories which are traditionally divided by fares. Instead, designers propose a new “Lifestyle Cabin” that divides cabins by different needs and desires.

Lifestyle Cabin by Zodiac Aerospace

The lounge area, for instance, would be designed to allow passengers to move about freely and socialize, while the sleeper cabin would be reserved for flyers who want nothing but to snooze. Private berths, meanwhile, would be akin to First Class, offering passengers a boutique hotel-like experience with banquet seats that morph into lie-flat beds.

Worldwide Air Passenger Traffic Up By 7 Percent

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Camon 17 Became Official By TECNO; The Flagship Phone Will Be Launching Soon

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The news we all had been waiting for, is now confirmed! TECNO Mobile officials say they shall soon be bringing a new phone for their flagship Camon series, Camon 17. It is going to be the “Selfie-Portrait Camera Phone” with a 48MP selfie camera and 64MP back camera. It will come as the latest from the brand’s Photography king series with high-tech features and the best quality.

Camon is TECNO’s famous flagship series that stands out for its exceptional quality and photography tools. Camon 17 is confirmed to be equipped with the best features yet seen in the Camon series. It is going to be the selfie king with the biggest 48MP selfie camera with ultra-clear imaging. Other high-end features include a bigger 720×1600 pixels display, better battery performance with up to 5000mAh battery, fast charging with a USB Type-C charger, smooth performance with an 8GB RAM, and a powerful MediaTek Helio G95 chipset.

As all phones from Camon are equipped with the exclusive TAIVOS technology, this new Camon 17 has an advanced version of this, TAIVOS 2.0. This improved technology will provide users ultra-clear imaging and support multiple smart photography functions to give professional-looking pictures.

With TECNO’s “Expect More” vision, there are now very high expectations with this upcoming Camon 17. The previous phone from the series, Camon 12, Camon 15, Camon 16, and 16 premier, had all been equipped with the latest tools and became an instant hit securing a tremendous sale record for the brand. The new phones from the series always come out with even better features than their predecessor be it design, body, or the latest technology.

Let’s wait and see how this unfolds and what more will TECNO be bringing for its fans with this Camon 17 phone. Fans are excited and the speculations can be sensed from the talks on social media. The phone shall be one of the most high-end phones available in the market, giving a tough competition to its competitors.

Stay tuned for more on this in the coming days!

Jemima Calls Imran Khan Out On His Recent Comment On “Pardah”

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Mehak Zehra
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The problem with our society is that we are very perceptive and reactionary. What that means is that when we look at something, we form our own perception of it and then react without delving into the root cause of it. A similar occurrence took place on Twitter yesterday concerning Jemima Goldsmith, Imran Khan, and the Pakistanis.

PM Imran Khan and the telephonic conversation

Prime Minister Imran Khan has initiated an interesting idea where he talks to the general public through telephone. This way, the masses have the opportunity of being listened to. Amongst those conversations was a telephone call where he gave an answer. The answer got misconstrued and consequently, it spread like wildfire.

What he had referred to in his answer was the vulgarity shown in the media that was leading to frustration within the public and that is why, he said, criminal activities were increasing. This is to note that he did not say anything about hijab or “pardah” of a woman because he also referred to the decades-old British TV content and, well, Britain could not have hijabi women on TV decades ago, could they?

Jemima Reacts

Taken out of context, a mistranslation of the speech went viral where people assumed that the PM was commenting on women’s dressing. And Jemima, too, responded to that without going into the details of what had really happened.

She said that the Imran she knew would never say such a thing. She also quoted a verse from the Quran saying that the Book asks men to practice ‘pardah’ of eyes.

And that was it! Without research, Pakistanis reacted to the tweet. They talked about how women should practice pardah and started quoting different verses from the Holy Quran.

And it was not just the people reacting against Jemima. There were some who took this misquote as a reality as well because they ‘thought’ this must have been what happened given the past events.

Fewer in number but there were people who tried to correct this misinformation.

But we know that those spreading misinformation would always get more eyeballs.

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Japanese Automaker Subaru Is Designing A Flying Motorcycle

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Usman
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If we take a look at individual inventions, it would be quite interesting to see the world. In each era, there have been people who have put their minds to their best. They have tried to make a contribution to the world and they have come up with amazing results. Now, in automobiles, Subaru seems to be coming up with another new invention. Yes, they have a new motorcycle under development.

The world of automotive is seeing more and more development every day. We may just be nearing a future that has been depicted in ‘Tron’ or ‘Back to the future II’. It is one thing to see an electric car on the road, but it is another thing to see a flying car. Now, we may not have reached as far as flight in terms of cars, but recent news tells us that we may be getting there. It is something that we may not have seen in real life but have heard of it before.

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Subaru is setting standards:

When the roadster came out in 2008, people did not quite grasp what Tesla was up to. Now, we understand that this is a company hell bent on paving the way to the future. Similarly, Subaru is joining this race. They have had an impressive run, since their advent, and continue to manufacture capable vehicles. If you pass by a Subaru on the street, you cannot help but glance at that logo on the front. Subaru BRZ is one of the best vehicles to have ever crossed the hands of the public. It was featured in numerous drag races and it performed quite well.

Now, it seems that Subaru is moving towards the future with a huge bound. Yes, they are working on a new motorcycle, as we have already mentioned. However, the special part about this is that it is going to be a flying motorcycle! Is that not a news fit for the history books. Up until now, we have seen BMW make advancements in the motorcycle domain. Now it seems that Subaru has stepped up their game yet again.

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The flying motorcycle:

The Japanese company has recently filed a patent for the research and development of a flying motorcycle. Now this motorcycle will have functionality similar to either a helicopter or an airplane. While the patent application was revealed on April fool’s day, it is definitely no joke. Subaru really is going to go through with this motorcycle!

It seems that the vehicle is going to have a vertical takeoff and landing capabilities (VTOL). It might be something similar to what we have heard and seen from hydra planes. What is more interesting is that this motorcycle is not going to be powered by all electricity. Rather, it is going to run on an internal combustion engine!

We hope that the company continues to rise through the ranks and makes more similar inventions. You never know what comes after flying motorcycles.

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Oppo Soon To Release Phone With Invisible Selfie Camera

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Usman
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Development is taking place in nearly every domain today. Whether it is the health sector, the business one or the technological one, there is no end to innovation. Wherever we turn our heads, we see people moving forward with ingenious ideas. If we talk specific to smartphones, the companies are making newer and newer models with each passing day. It seems that one of them, Oppo, has recently started development on a new concept smartphone. There are some features of it that are worth mentioning.

Oppo rose out of the smoke as one of the greatest brands of all time. While it may not have started off as a famous one, there aren’t others that have. It started to give competition to other titans and released entire lines of phones. OnePlus and realme are both products of Oppo. Pakistan has a lot of fan following for Oppo and people love buying their phones. They offer flagship capabilities in a reasonable range. So what is the news that has been leaked?

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Where Oppo Stands:

If we look at just the events of the last two years, Oppo has accomplished quite a lot. Where it used to be an underdog, it now resides among the champions of smartphones. They offer such a huge variety and range that everyone wants to be a part of their technological revolution. There are phones, under their brand, that have innovative cameras as well as robust quality. realme is one of the best functioning brands in Pakistan. It is a budget titan right now and there aren’t many that dare to question its capability.

Now, the new phone that they have in mind is quite a unique one. The world is moving away from a lot of wired technology. This was predicted by Nikolai Tesla back in the mid-20th century. Now it’s just that people are looking more and more towards wireless. Oppo’s new phone is said to have not even one port on it. Yes, it will be completely smooth, with no ports on the whole body.

The Portless Phone:

While it has been stated that there will be no ports on the phone, it is not entirely true. The phone is said to come with a wire and wireless charging option. It is just that the port will be so neatly concealed that it will give the illusion of no port. The concept of the phone is similar to the Apex concept phone of 2020.

The information leak also states that the camera on the rear end will be tucked under electro chromic glass. Additionally, it is said that the front camera will be an under-display camera. This is quite an interesting feature as it saves space and gives more room to the screen. The buttons on the side are said to be pressure sensitive.

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While we still have some information from the leak, it is not apparent as to what the specifications are. Let us find those out and keep you update as news develops. However, we can inform you that Oppo is also working on two foldable phones.

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Worldwide Air Passenger Traffic Up By 7 Percent

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Passenger air traffic grew by 6.8 per cent worldwide in 2015, the UN’s International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) 2015 Air Transport Yearly Monitor has revealed.

The preliminary version of the study, released Thursday by the agency, also shows that planet’s top three busiest airports by numbers of passengers are Atlanta (ATL), Beijing (PEK), and Dubai (DXB), in that order.

The top three airlines by revenue-passenger kilometers are all based in the United States, with American Airlines topping the chart. Emirates, which has experienced a growth of 8.8 percent, has overtaken Air France to claim fourth place.

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7 Health Apps You Should Have In Your Smartphone

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Lyza Rashid
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This lockdown life has us binge-eating, stuck on our couches and off our workout plans. If you’re looking to revamp your lazy life, here are the best apps to help you keep your health in check. There is nothing more important than that right now!

1. HealthTap

Any questions about your health? You get to browse more than 2.6 million answers from doctors with access to 700,000 topics and articles about 850 conditions. You can ask a question for free and also get confidential advice from qualified doctors.

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2. HealthPal

Health Pal has all the features in an app that you would ever need to keep your life healthy. There is a step counter and diet reminders throughout the day with many food and exercise trackers. The Health Pal houses essential info on your diet, your fitness, and many other health resources in one place.

3. Health and Nutrition Guide and Fitness Calculator

Trying to actively eat healthy and right can seem like a herculean task only fit for a mathematician. This app helps you understand how the choices you make about your overall diet. Hence, rather than fixating on certain nutrients, you affect your health and nutritional intake. 

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It also provides detailed information about the benefits of many healthy foods according to your likes. You can also calculate your BMI and other body measurements to see track the changes in your body.

4. Moodpath: Depression and Anxiety

Mental health is just as important as physical health. This app helps you understand the mood changes you are experiencing and allows you to deal with them in a healthy way. It helps you get insights on specific moods to better learn how to grasp what’s happening in your mind.

Moreover, it gives you access to proven techniques, like cognitive behavioural therapy, to work against negative behaviors.

5. Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock

This app uses the accelerometer, with the phone placed under your mattress, to monitor the depth of your sleep. This is essential to keep in check because your sleep has a myriad of effects on your body. The manufacturer claims that the app wakes you up within a 30-minute window of a light sleep phase too.

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6. Instant Heart Rate 

This app measures your heart rate. It works by sensing slight changes in the colour of your fingertip which occur with each heartbeat so this is technology at its best. Moreover, a few apps also use the camera lens to estimate the oxygen saturation (concentration) in your blood.

7. Sworkit

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Lastly, this app lets you work out wherever you are! The fitness app gives you access to personal trainers and no-equipment workouts on the go so there are no more excuses.

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5 Weirdest Turkish Foods That You ‘Might’ Want To Try Or Maybe Not

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Mehak Zehra
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Turkey is one of those very few countries that have tourism open even in this COVID rigged world. And so, everyone who can is opting to fly to Turkey. For tourists, as travel ethics suggests, it is essential to taste the delicacies of their destination country. So if you are in Turkey, by default, you just have to try the Turkish Foods. Or do you?

If you are from South Asia, your taste buds cannot accept just any food. Or just the idea may make you want to vomit. But liking something, let alone food, is a very subjective concept. So we will give you a list of Turkish foods, and you can decide for yourself if you want to taste them or vomit on them.

1. Cig kofte

The cig kofte is your meatballs, just raw. They must have been low on fire when they invented this dish. And we know Turkey is a cold country. Whatever the reasoning, just imagine chewing on to a piece of meat that has a residue of blood absorbed in it, and you can even smell it.

2. Tavuk Göğsü

This is easier to explain than to pronounce. It is kheer. You are familiar with kheer, aren’t you? Rice or some other element is cooked in milk and sugar. Well, with this dish, that ‘some other element’ is chicken. It is cooked and cooked to such an extent that it gets shredded. Turkish people promise that it may sound gross to you, but it is delicious.

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3. Kokorec

If you have seen the entire process of sacrificing a goat during Eid-ul-Azha, you would have come across a strange scene. Things like spaghetti, very large spaghetti coming out of the goat. Those are the intestines. Kokorec is made of those intestines. They wrap it up, cook it. And once it’s cooked, they shred it and put it in a bun or bread.

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4. Cilbir

It is made out of egg yolk and yogurt primarily. You can add butter sauce to it. This sounds eatable with nothing gross. But it’s weird, eating poached eggs with yogurt.

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5. iskembe corbasi

It is Tripe soup!!! Tripe is stomach lining. And they make a soup out of it. Just make sure that you are very aware of that when you order ‘iskembe corbasi’ at a Turkish restaurant.

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For me, Cig Kofte seemed the weirdest. I mean, who even eats raw meat. Indeed they must have stable teeth there. I would like to stick with a safe choice such as Pizza and reserve all sense of adventure for sightseeing if these are the choices available.

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Samsung Galaxy S9 Rumours Have Already Hit the Web!

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Anusha Sachwani
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Although Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus have not even been available for pre-booking yet, reports state that the company is already in works with their upcoming flagship, Samsung Galaxy S9.

Even though the sources were not names, The Bell claims in their report that the team within the company have already started working on the display panel for the 2018 Samsung flagship since the end of March.

If this indeed it is true and not rumour, then this means that Samsung is already 6 months ahead of schedule than they were last year.

“Since late last month, a display team for the S9 has started the development work with aims to supply samples from mid-April. About a month after the display, other key parts such as modules are expected to be developed in phases.”– Source
As of now, it is being assumed that the Samsung Galaxy S9 will come in two variants, most likely 5.8- and 6.2-inch display panels – screen diagonals which are identical to this year’s S8 models.
As far as Note 8 is concerned, Samsung’s mobile division has already confirmed that the company will launch Samsung Galaxy Note 8 aka ‘Great’ by year-end. A few interesting rumours about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 8 have also been mentioned in the report. The next Note is expected to come with the largest screen we’ve seen on a premium Samsung phone. Apparently, the display will measure at 6.32 inches, and it is speculated that we will see a fingerprint scanner embedded under the front glass.
*This is a developing story
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