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Soul-Searching ‘Sun Zara’ For Velo Sound Station Reinvents ‘Aag’s Sound!
For Episode 4 Velo Sound Station again delved into reinvention mastering a new sound for early noughties Pop-Rock duo AAG.
AAG was formed in 2006 by Lahore-based brothers Haroon and Usmaan Sheikh who early on in their career were recognized and praised for their “earthy yet modern sound” by both critics and peers which garnered them an ardent fan following.
In 2011 they were hailed as “the biggest Rock Act to come from South East Asia” by BBC Radio UK when they performed a rock cover of Dutch-Pakistani, urban Punjabi singer, Imran Khan’s “Bewafa”
The band then fell under the radar focusing on private productions and collaborations. Until now that is.
Says Velo Sound Station’s Executive Producer Bilal Maqsood:
Aag was very big as a rock band in the early 2000s. Their sound was very heavy guitar-oriented. For VSS we planned to change their sound completely.
To this effect AAG’s once earthy Rock sound has been completely reinvented with a Sonic Retro-Pop vibe – a rebirth of synthwave from the 80′ – with the soulful song about lost love ”Sun Zara’ composed by Bilal Maqsood with deep lyrics by the legendary Anwar Maqsood and produced in terms of the arrangement including back up vocals by Usmaan and Haroon.
Say Haroon and Usmaan about the meaning and mood of Sun Zara.’
“‘Sun Zara) is an intense song about fading love: how a couple looks back about what went wrong; comes to terms with it as a circle of life. Like a leaf withering in Autumn the couple eventually stop talking and grow apart ”
The duo worked closely with Bilal Maqsood and his father the legendary scriptwriter, television host, satirist and poet Anwar Maqsood who came up with the idea of the song.
Haroon praises the song as being both simple and deep and is moved by the symbolism of the once beautiful flowers turning into thorns that hurt the eyes.
KHILLAY THAY GUL KABHI
AANKHON MEIN SUN ZARA
AAKHAY AB TUM HATHON SEY
KAATON KO SUN ZARA
KHILLAY THAY GUL KABHI
WOH PAAS THA
TOH ZAMANA PAAS THA
BEWAJAH ROOTHAY
BATHANA PAAS THA.
Enthuse the duo about the collaborative song :
“Honestly we think of this song as a gift from above. So thankful and humbled to have our inspirations (Bilal Maqsood) champion us like this, it’s truly a dream come true!”
To complement the deep and austere nature of the song Haroon and Usman were dressed by Head of Wardrobe Ebtisam Ahmed in avant garde futuristic wrap tunic tops in muted neutrals and black with pants and heavy boots with Usmaan choosing to don a shaggy Warhol-esqe wig.
Explain AAG about their part 80s part anime look:
“Our outfits represent the sonic vibe of ‘Sun Zara’. The song has a new Retrowave feel to it, which in itself is a rebirth of Synthwave from the 80’s. This genre both shows what people back then thought the future would look and sound like. The rebirth of it carries elements of 2020 with new technology being used to make new music to honour the genre. We think that reflects in our style of fashion. The style also carries a mysterious element behind it, a sense of wonderment, and the mystery is revealed when the song begins. EB did a great job of bringing into fruition our vision.”
Add the duo about working with Velo Sound Station:
“Working with the team has been truly inspiring, and the show itself is inspiring. Popular music is a cultural cornerstone for any region’s music industry. The fact that VSS has allowed us to effectively shape the music of this era, especially in this difficult year is truly remarkable. The stage is set for everyone to do their thing, their way, and the visual impact of each song is as important as the song. The people at VSS understand this, and that is inspiring.”
Mysterious, deep haunting and inspiring ‘Sun Zara’ was showcased on Friday, November 11, 2020 on Velo Sound Station’s associated YouTube channel which now has over 206K subscribers.
Google, Gmail & YouTube Crash All Around The Globe
When your entire life revolves around applications of or linked to Google, YouTube, and Gmail, then when it crashes, it leaves you blind. And this is exactly what has happened. Google has crashed completely. This includes Google Maps as well.
The glitch started at 5 pm, and it continues to uphold that status.
When the issue clears, we will track down answers. Up till then, let’s hope it starts working again because God knows all our lives are trapped in the smartphone where Google fires 50% of the daily use applications.
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Dine In: foodpanda Requests Government To Permit Indoor Dining At Restaurants With Enhanced SOPs
Karachi, Pakistan – Restaurants in Pakistan employ millions of people and indoor dining is their biggest source of revenue. After almost 6 months of lockdowns in 2020, most restaurants are on the brink of bankruptcy. Contrary to popular belief, an overwhelming majority of restaurants are small family-run establishments that are the sole source of income for these families.
In solidarity with restaurants of Pakistan, foodpanda is requesting federal and provincial governments to permit restaurants to operate indoor dining with enhanced social distancing and Covid-19 SOPs. Other countries that have successfully kept indoor dining open without increasing Covid-19 transmission risk have done so based on the following enhanced SOPs:
- No more than 1 person per 20 square feet of dine-in area
- Limit table sizes to maximum of 6 people
- Hand sanitizer on every table
- At least 8 feet distance between each table
- Temperature and mask check at the entrance for both employees and customers
- Mandatory mask wearing for all employees and customers
- Customers can only remove the mask when seated at their own table
- Charge a ‘Sanitization Fee’ of 10% of the total bill
- Mandatory leave for all employees showing flu or fever symptoms
- Post signage to remind customers of physical distancing rules
- Open doors and windows to increase ventilation
- Place food, cutlery and condiments on the table only after customers sit down
- Hygienically sanitize all crockery and cutlery after every use
- Full daily sanitization of all surfaces in the kitchen and in the dine-in areas
- Allow restaurants to use open-air footpaths or parking space to place tables
- Open-air tables may be cordoned off for privacy using temporary tent/fabric walls
- Customers not following enhanced SOPs may be asked to leave
“Closing dine-in doesn’t just impact restaurants, it also affects incomes for associated businesses such as food suppliers, farmers, and packaging manufacturers. We believe enhanced dine-in SOPs will ensure the survival of restaurants, allow continued employment for millions of people, and reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19” said Nauman Sikander Mirza, CEO at foodpanda. Nauman added that “While takeaway and delivery is currently permitted during limited hours for all restaurants, we believe it should be extended to 24 hours and 7 days a week because it incentivizes people to stay at home and dine in should be extended till 2AM.”.
Shahveer Jafry’s Event Photographers Slam His Wrong Allegations!
The famous Pakistani Youtuber living in Canada Shahveer Jafry recently had his engagement ceremony. After seeing fans grabbing at rumors, he confirmed the news himself by posting his picture from the event. But then a war ensued between the photographers of the event and the Youtube himself.
Shahveer’s take was that the photographer shared the images on their account without his consent.
The Instagram status read:
“I usually don’t take up complaints to social media, but this has affected me personally,” wrote Jafry. “I’m highly disappointed by the photographers working on my engagement. Since the engagement was a publicized event, they took advantage of that and posted whatever pictures and videos they pleased on their social media handles without our consent. This was supposed to be a personal and private event, but they just went public with it.
“Some of these photographers are vultures, and people deserve to know them.”
He tagged the event photographers at the end of the story: @Muazcaughtthis and @Coffee_cloud_photography.
The photographers were not far behind, though. @Muazcaughtthis shared a screenshot of Shahveer’s complaint that he deleted. And added his own comment that Shahveer has no copyright claim whatsoever over the pictures.
The photographer goes on saying that Shahveer copied all the content on the spot after the event because he said he wanted to post them himself. And he did but without crediting the photographers. Muazcaughtthis asked the public to hold the content creator accountable for not giving him credits.
The other tagged photographer’s page @Coffee_cloud_photography addressed the same issue, and they also shared a screenshot of a message thread by Shahveer Jafry’s fiancee. The fiancee permitted the message saying that since the pictures had already circulated everywhere, the photographers could post the picture wherever they liked. She later deleted the message.
The photographers also brought in celebrities in their feud. The page tagged the actress Ayesha Khan asking her to vouch for them. She commented: “Oh dear, there has got to be some misunderstanding. I know for a fact that that’s the last thing you’d ever do. Hoping this clears out soon, you are by far the most professional photographer I’ve ever worked with. I’ve wanted to name and shame the ones who were so unprofessional at my wedding. But I’d just gotten married and was too busy for any drama. I really hope this gets sorted out; till then, I’d vouch for you any day.”
This has been quite an entertaining war, although not as fun as Ducky Bhai and Sham Idrees debacle, we will give points for trying.
Shahveer Jafry has sent the internet and especially his fans into a frenzy as he announced his engagement. If you’ve been waiting to get an eagle eye’s view into the event, try your luck here!
Exclusive Pictures
Shahveer Jafry, the YouTube sensation, shared pictures with his fiance on Instagram. Though many couples turn old waiting for their professional digital photos, it seems these two got theirs in a day! Check out the amazing images here:
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About The Bride
Jafry’s fiance, Ayesha Baig, is a designer by profession. She has an Instagram page of hers on which her designs are available names, Ayesha Baig Couture. Naturally, her dress would be an awe-inspiring and unique one, and it was.
Ayesha looked nothing less than a charming diva on her day. If you want to get to know more about her preparations for the engagement day, feast your eyes:
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The Ring!
At any engagement, the first and foremost question anybody asks or the first thing they want to see is The Ring! The YouTuber did not compromise on a beautiful ring for his fiance, and we must say, it is a gorgeous one.
A wedding ring is perhaps the most sentimental piece of jewelry one can possess; it only makes sense if it’s beautiful. See Ayesha’s engagement ring here:
Couple Coordination
It seems that the couple had coordinated beforehand to match their outfits. While Ayesha Baig donned an outfit in the beiges and a dupatta in pink to contrast the outfit, Jafry tried to follow suit. Jafry should be commended for making the bold decision to go for a pink suit.
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However, not all bold decisions reap bold results positively! The suit is perhaps not suitable for an engagement or maybe not his color.
Shahveer Jafry
Shahveer Jafry is a Youtube sensation who rose to fame only with his content on the site. He’s friends with all the big guns on Youtube top, be it Zaid Ali or Rahim Pardesi, who can be understood to be pioneers of YouTube vlogging.
He has amassed millions of followers on Youtube, and it seems they will only rise now. The popularity he will gain from the publicizing of his marriage will only attract more people. Plus, it seems that most YouTubers have used their wives to further their reach— anyone saw Yumna and Zaid’s videos yet?
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Shahid Afridi Slams All Rumors Regarding His Daughter
[Update]: Shahid Afridi has revealed that his daughter was never hospitalized as social media suspected. He said that social media should be more responsible when it comes reporting the news. He shared a picture with his daughter wishing her a very happy birthday. So it really was not his daughter’s hospitalization that brought Shahid Afridi back home midway from LPL.
To non-cricket fans, this may come as news: just as Pakistan has PSL (Pakistan Super League) and India has IPL (Indian Premier League), there are many other countries with their own cricket championships. And just like Alex Hales and Daren Sammy coming to play in our country, our cricketers go abroad to play in other’s countries as well. Shahid Afridi, also known as Boom Boom Afridi, is currently playing for Galle Gladiators in LPL, the Lanka Premier League.
Afridi in Galle Gladiators
Afridi is the captain of the Gladiators, and so even though he landed in Srilanka on 24th November, he was cleared to play on 27th. Although it is not just because of his captaincy, Afridi also submitted his antibodies test that made him somewhat stronger against COVID-19. Considering he has had COVID before and he has recovered recently, it is unlikely that he will contract it soon. And yet, Shahid Afridi returned to Pakistan due to what has been called a ‘personal emergency’.
Unfortunately I have a personal emergency to attend to back home. I will return to join back my team at LPL immediately after the situation is handled. All the best.
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) December 2, 2020
This has led to a flurry of activity in the media where the audience tries to figure out what that emergency is. The Gladiators captain did not delve into the crisis’s details, but it has been relayed that he will return after handling that ‘emergency’.
Afridi Covid
Within a week of arrival, Afridi returned to Pakistan for this so-called emergency. LPL is supposed to continue until December 16th. And like they said that Afridi might go back to Sri Lanka, he will have to go before that. But having contracted COVID fairly recently works in his favor because he is not supposed to be quarantined for 7-days like other players if he chooses to go back. His antibody test is his get-out-of-quarantine card because not only does that make him an unlikely candidate for contracting the disease again, but also he will not be transmitting it either.
Now that the captain is gone, the team is under the leadership of the vice-captain Bhanuka Rajapaksa. In this tournament, the Gladiators haven’t won any games yet. Who knows if Rajapaksa’s administration is what will prove lucky for the Galle gladiators.
As it turns out that the emergency is related to the illness of Afridi’s daughter. His daughter is currently admitted in the hospital.
Another team at LPL, the Dambulla Viking, houses Aftab Alam of Afghanistan. He, too, has returned home for ‘personal reasons’. Considering he gave a fantastic performance on Monday for the team, the team would have suffered from his absence. But the Vikings have already secured 2 out of 3 wins, so they will probably not suffer a lot.
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How To Make A Video Call Using WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp is by far the most popular messaging app today with users spanning over the billions. However, it is not just messaging this app can provide. You can video call up to 8 people at a time with the app!
1. How To Video Call on WhatsApp Web
In order to get video calling on Whatsapp, all you need is stable internet connections and friends. Jokes aside, while WhatsApp may be blessing us with 8 people in a class simultaneously, we’re afraid many of us don’t know that many people to begin with!
- Open WhatsApp Web and scan your phone to login to your account.
- Click on the vertical three-dots icon and click Create a Room.
- A pop-up will appear, go ahead by hitting Continue in Messenger. Note, you will need a Facebook account for this to work too.
- Now you can create a room and you will be ready to start a video call.
- Just share the video call link with others on WhatsApp.
- To create a room with a specific contact or group, you must open that chat window. Then hit the attachment icon and click Room, which is the last icon in the list. And voila!
Video Calling on Phone
If WhatsApp web is not usually your thing, you can very easily have a video call with your pals with the comfort of your phone. If you still were unsure about how to video call on the phone or did not even know about the feature, this guide is for you!
All you have to do is open your app, go to the window of the contact you would like to video call and then tap on the camera icon on the top right corner. Beware, do not do this in testing— we all know we have to check ourselves in the mirror before calling and then act casual!
What Makes Whatsapp The Best?
WhatsApp currently has the end to end encryption feature for its users which means that anything and everything sent on the app will be secure by default. So much so that even WhatsApp can not decipher your messages — the app offers 100% security to you and prioritises your safety.
In a world where data rights infringement are as common as anything, this is a great option to go for if you are looking for messaging apps. Keep in mind, Snapchat has suggested at various points that once a snap is taken, it is stored in their databases forever. Yikes!
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Noor Bukhari Gets Bashed For Decorating Her Christmas Tree
Noor Bukhari, the famous Pakistani actor who also turned towards religion, leaving behind showbiz, has come under fire for hypocrisy.
What Has She Done?
She put up stories on her Instagram in which she is setting up a Christmas tree with her children. They are all gathered around a large tree on which they excitedly put ornaments.
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Though the excitement may be in the festive season’s spirit, it is not being shared by all.
The Criticism Was Unleashed
People saw the stories, and they jumped the gun. Celebrating Christmas, otherwise, is always a contentious issue. However, Noor Bukhari’s celebration of it was criticized more. Bukhari is a figure who is always advocating for the Islamic way and beseeching others to follow suit. Then why exactly is she doing something which – according to people – is now allowed in Islam?
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The comments were full of accusations, allegations, and a whole lot of pointing fingers.
Charged For Hypocrisy
Noor Bukhari has also been charged for hypocrisy over her recent remarks on Minal Khan and Aiman Khan. After Minal Khan posted pictures with her alleged beau, Ahsan Mohsin Ikram, the whole Internet was put in a frenzy. In the picture, she is sitting atop Ahsan Mohsin, and they’re snuggling, which Noor Bukhari had no issue in pointing out.
Her tweet was a direct attack, and she accused the sisters of “misleading the youth.” Now, others are asking her, are you leading the youth the right way? Shall we all start celebrating Christmas in conjunction with Eid? It seems Noor Bukhari truly has landed herself in a jam!
Noor Bukhari’s Response
The actress stood up for herself on her social media. She used Instagram stories to offer her justification in which she suggests that the celebration of Christmas increases tolerance. She wants her children to grow up respecting other religions. Hence, she celebrates Christmas. Though it may make sense, it is a fallacious argument at heart.
People are upset at Noor Bukhari feeling morally superior when it comes to others yet still making the same mistakes on which she would call them out. Her case teaches us a lesson for sure: mind your business!
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HEC Announces Scholarships In US Universities For PhD Aspirants
Education is a utility that should be free, and yet it is expensive, especially if one wants to get the best. But the Higher Education Commission (HEC) helps the aspirants out if they are really motivated in their goal of getting an education and giving it back somehow to the country. So for postgraduate aspirants aiming to seek their degrees from universities, they have good news from HEC. HEC has announced scholarships for PhD candidates in US universities.
HEC scholarship for PhD
The scholarship is for the programs of fall 2021 and spring 2022. This comes under the branch of “US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor”. HEC has mentioned so on Twitter. This piece of information will be helpful when the candidates log on to their HEC portal.
The statement was released through Twitter, informing all concerned Pakistanis. The idea to enable those who cannot afford to get quality education in US institutes and make them enroll in them is certainly one that needs appreciation.
The tweet announced the scholarship and attached a poster with more information.
#PhD Scholarships for #US Universities
for Fall 2021 & Spring 2022For details, please visit https://t.co/mlfaqWoGGU pic.twitter.com/P3yh2bNA1P
— HEC Pakistan (@hecpkofficial) December 13, 2020
Criteria for scholarship
The poster adds the eligibility criteria for the scholarship. According to that, the candidate needs to be either a Pakistani or an AJK national. They should also have a minimum of 4-year Bachelor’s degree, i.e., BS, BSC, or BE, which will make up to 16 years of formal education. Moreover, throughout the academic career, the candidate should not have had any 3rd division, and if they have 2nd division, only one of that is allowed.
Furthermore, if the candidate is a regular faculty member of a public university or a government college, they can be up to 40 years old, which means they should be born after January 10th, 1981. Researchers in approved R&D organizations are also included in that. However, all other candidates need to be below 35, so they should be born after January 10th, 1986.
They will be eligible if they have 60% GRE scores. If the score is above 60%, they will get preference. Moreover, they should also fall under the eligibility criteria of the host university. The scholarship is available until January 10, 2021, on the HEC portal.
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Toyota Sienta Vs Honda Freed – A Detailed Comparison
Honda and Toyota are some of the biggest automobile rivalries of this decade and era. Where Ford and Ferrari locked horns in the 1960s, Honda and Toyota continue to do it now. Where Honda releases a new Civic model, Toyota raises the curtains on a new Corolla. There is no doubt that both of these brands release vehicles with impressive functions and capabilities. Both of them are of ease to the driver and can last for quite a long time.
Toyota’s Land Cruiser has been one of the most successful, long-running jeeps of all time. Similarly, Honda’s Accord has been a premium, flagship car since the 70s and 80s. So, in light of this friendly rivalry, we have two cars here for you; Toyota Sienta and Honda Freed! Let us dive into the details!
Toyota Sienta:
This vehicle is considered an impressive vehicle that has an ample seating capacity. Yes, it is a seven-seater vehicle with an adequate kerb weight. This means that it can handle itself quite well on the road. It has a comfortable feel to its seats and does not slow down on long trips.
Honda Freed:
The Honda Freed can be considered as the Honda Ally to the Toyota. This is also a seven-seater vehicle. It is a point to be noted that both these vehicles are hybrid. The seats and space on this vehicle make it worthy of a family car. It does not compromise on performance with the space it gives.
Design And Chassis:
The Toyota Sienta has a 42L fuel capacity with ample trunk space. It features front Disc brakes and rear drum brakes and is front-wheel drive. This means that, in the rain, the brakes will stay safe and front-wheel drive means more control over the vehicle due to the discs.
Honda Freed has a 36L fuel capacity, and its brakes are slightly different. They are disc on the rear and ventilated disc on the front. This gives the vehicle compelling handling, especially since it’s front-wheel drive.
Beneath The Hood:
The Toyota Sienta features a 1.5 Litre, 4 cylinder in-line engine with a Super CVT-i transmission. Additionally, if one talks about fuel average, it gives 20.2 km to the liter on petrol. This is quite a good average since it’s a hybrid vehicle and can go for a long-distance on lesser fuel consumption. Make sure to drive safe!
In contrast, the Honda Freed has a 1.5 Litre, 4 cylinder i-VTEC engine with humongous capabilities. Its average reaches up to 21 km to the liter, which is expected of a hybrid car. It has an eco-mode, which allows the car to turn off the engine on idle. Additionally, it has regenerative braking, where the battery charges every time the driver hits the brakes.
The Price Bracket:
The Toyota Sienta is currently available on Pak Wheels within a range of Rs. 26 Lac to Rs. 38 Lac. This features the vehicle in various models, including the 2015 and 2016, both.
Honda Freed is currently at a price of Rs.25 Lac – Rs. 30 Lac. This includes models from 2012 to 2014 as well as the 2017 and the 2018 model too! Check it out if you wish to experience the drive of an impressive vehicle!
Both these vehicles are imposing in their domains. Albeit similar in nature, they are both capable and high end. In the end, it all boils down to the driver’s preference.
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Apple’s iPhone 13 Launch Date Just Leaked
As we are already aware, Apple has shown nothing but mind-numbing, good news all year. The release of a pandemic has not slowed down its approach towards the general audience. Now, with the vaccine on its way into the world, Apple continues to shock its audience and leave them wanting more.
From the iPhone 12 all the way up to Apple Silicon, the company has not stopped in achieving the impossible. It even has statistics lined up, showing how Apple computers are now in fierce competition with Microsoft. The iPhone 12 is becoming more and more common worldwide as people start to dive into the product. Apple really does have a solid grip on the technology industry and is doing wonders for Steve Job’s legacy. So, in light of this, did Apple’s iPhone 13 launch date leak?
iPhone 12 With The Flag
The iPhone 12 is one of the most impressive releases of the year and is riding on the high waves. Its camera array is impressive, as well as its working speed. People claim that it’s functioning much faster than any of the other iPhones they have used. It even has 4 variants in it, which means you have quite many options in terms of preference. Additionally, its camera is the stuff of legends. The only phones known to compete with it so far are the Pixel 5 and Samsung S20 Ultra!
Apple’s Lidar sensor is also proof of state-of-the-art technology being used in phones. Using augmented reality, the camera can perceive the depth of a place, an image. How is that not one of the most impressive features of the iPhone 12?
A Critical Date Leaked
Apple has recently been reported to have said quite a few things. The first and foremost was that iPhone 13 is said to have the A15 chip installed inside it. They further added that the production of iPhone 13 would return to the usual timeframe. This signifies that the phone is set to hit the market around September 2021.
This news is in contrast to the latest development on the coronavirus vaccine. Since the vaccine is soon circulated amongst the general population, Apple can proceed with its usual schedule. People are hopeful that the coronavirus threat will be quite subdued by the summer when the iPhone 13 mass production can occur.
2021 Starting With A Bang:
This piece of news shows how fast Apple is progressing. It has merely been a handful of months since iPhone 12, and they are already looking to release 13. The leak cannot be considered bad news because Apple intends to go even higher with iPhone 13.
We hope that the company continues to soar high as we enter into 2021. Even with Marvel and Disney having so many releases, it almost feels like 2021 may be overloaded with news and information! That being said, if you wish to own an iPhone 12, continue to do so because there is still time before the iPhone 13 launch event is revealed.
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7 Easy Ways to Earn Money Using Facebook
There is no denying the fact that the last few years have witnessed an exponential growth in social media usage across all sections of society. New users have been hopping onto the social media bandwagon by droves.
Fueling this growth is the rapid increase in access to the internet and the countless apps and social networking sites that litter the social media landscape. Apps such as Snapchat and Whatsapp are all the rage as are social networking sites Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
Of all the social networking sites out there, Facebook ranks at the top when it comes to name recognition and the number of users. But Facebook is not just a social networking site. It also serves as a very useful cost-effective advertising outlet for online businesses by increasing their return on ad spend manifold. Even individuals can earn a good amount of money with their Facebook account.
Here are some easy ways one can earn money using Facebook.
How To Earn Money Via Facebook
1 ) Create a Facebook fan page
Once you open your Facebook account you can proceed to the next step by setting up your Facebook fan page or group for your intended business.
This is a more effective way of making money using Facebook than going about doing so without one. Some good topics for your fan page can be sports, politics, fashion, stock investments and education.
2 ) Affiliate Marketing
One can make money using Facebook by being an affiliate. The way it works is that you post a link of a product or service from an affiliate networking website on your Facebook page. By doing so you would be promoting another company’s product or service by giving it visibility.
If, for example, your page is about sports, you can choose to promote sports goods like bats, balls, racquets, etc. Just make sure that you keep the interests of your audience in mind when sharing content as each time someone clicks on the link and makes a purchase you will be paid a commission by the company.
3) Develop a Facebook-related app
Another way of making money from the social networking site is by developing a Facebook-related app. If you have a great idea for an app then waste no time in at least considering the option for designing it for Facebook. One can also get an expert programmer to develop it.
4) Monetize your Facebook page
You can also monetize your Facebook page once you’ve built a decent following. A large number of followers on your Facebook page significantly increase the opportunities to generate more revenue.
One way to monetize your page is by charging companies for writing reviews about their products or the services that they provide. When giving your opinion through reviews make sure to keep the interests of your audience in mind.
5) Sell customized fan pages
It is also possible to make money by selling customized Facebook fan pages to businesses. The fan page is customized according to the preferences of the customers and they can decide to either go for something elaborate or keep the whole thing simple.
6) Sell items on Facebook Marketplace
You can also make money by selling your stuff on Facebook Marketplace. Through the online marketplace, one can sell anything from furniture and crockery to old sports equipment and clothing items.
There is always a chance of finding a genuine buyer of your stuff here. Make sure to list down whatever items you wish to buy or sell.
7) Sell your services as a Facebook marketing professional
It pays to be savvy when it comes to social media these days. Not all marketers have caught on to using social networking sites like Facebook successfully as a tool to market their products.
Here’s where you come in. If you know how to effectively implement marketing strategies such as advertising on Facebook, companies would be looking to hire your services as a Facebook marketing expert.
Contributed by: Hasan Waheed
Hijaabi Makeup Artist Beautifully Transforms Herself Into Animated Characters!
Hijaabi Malaysian makeup artist Saraswati, also known as Queen of Luna on Instagram, has mastered the skill of transforming herself into pop-culture icons using her excellent makeup skills.
There are a number of makeup artists out there, doing the same thing, you must be wondering.
So what’s so special about Saraswati? Well, Saraswati is a Muslim who incorporates her modesty into her looks with remarkably clever use of her hijab.
From the Disney princesses we all grew up watching to the superheroes we almost jumped out our windows for, this makeup artist has left no look unexplored!
Take a look at some of the best looks she has done and let us know what you think:
With more than 400k followers, her instagram account is nothing short of a treat for makeup lovers and pop-culture enthusiasts!
What do you think? Let us know in the comments.
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Bollywood Celebrities in Rare & Funny Indian Print Ads
Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, Rajesh Khanna, Gabbar Singh and even Pakistani cricketer of the golden days Imran Khan – Yes, they all have starred in long forgotten ads of yesteryears. These legends have long amused us, as their fans have followed every movie every cricket match and every possible sighting of these celebrities.
But did you know that these famous celebrities have all starred in these elapsed advertisements that are rarely seen and ever rarely remembered:
1. Imran Khan with Sunil Gavaskar in an old Thumbs Up ad! Who could have seen that coming?
2. Seventy One-year-old Amitabh can still make the Best of Bollywood actors run for their money with that ‘angry young man look’
3. Skinny Salman used to ride Honda – The Bulky one endorses Suzuki!
4. Salman Khan with Sangeeta Bijlani – his second of many that were still to come.
5. Hema Malini and Madhuri Dixit – The Ex-Lux Beauty Girls! It seems LUX always had the best of Indian Beauties to its name!
6. The first romantic Hero Rajesh Khana all suited up – Legendary!
7. And now we know from where the today’s Models learnt to give that ‘look’.
8. Cigarette ads got banned, but Jackie Shroff’s mustaches still thrive the same!
9. Fun Fact: Did you know that Vinod Khanna used to race with horses? 😀
10. Gabbar’s actual choice! And here we thought that it was Basanti.
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11. We don’t want our dirty imaginations to run wild but seriously, what were they thinking?
12. Rekha – the timeless beauty who broke the fair skin stereotype long before it even became an issue.
13. Even the Little Master had the “RED HOT” Swag!
14. Why Saif, Why?
15. Once upon a time, he used to be thin, but he is still as sizzling as before.
16. Probably the worst brand endorsement deal ever – Prem Chopra promoting Vaseline
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12 12 Is Back And This Time It’s Bigger And Better!
We are back with the best sale of the year! Rush and avail amazing discounts at the 12.12 sale!
It is the time of the year where we bring for our customers the best and most amazing deals. Yes! We are talking about the 12.12 sale. Haier has been in collaboration with Daraz.pk since the past year to bring to you some mind-blowing discounts. So whether you need a new washing machine or a refrigerator, an LED Television or a new Air Conditioner, right now is the time to rush to your nearest Haier store or visit the Haier flagship store on Daraz.pk and avail of the best deals on your favorite appliances. This is your week, and we urge you to make the best of it. So head on over to our store from 12th – 18th December to make the most of this sale! Hurry now: https://bit.ly/2ugoEFN
Haier is also coming to you with its Global Fan Festival from the 12th-20th December. This event has been specially planned for our fans who have helped in establishing Haier as the market leader in electrical appliances. We will be celebrating with our fans and doing some exciting activities over this period, and you can get a chance to win Haier products by participating in them! So Stay tuned to our social media pages for more updates regarding the event and how you can participate.
Haier has always worked with a mission to keep its customers satisfied, and which is why it continues to lead the appliances market. We take pride in the quality of our products, as well as our service and after-sales service, so you can purchase your favorite Haier product with the peace of mind that we have you covered.
Live Smart & Buy Smart with Haier today!
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Twitter On Fire As Pakistanis Demand Amazon In Pakistan
On 12th November, Pakistani Twitter had an exciting hashtag, demanding Amazon to start their services in Pakistan.
Upon clicking this trend, it was revealed that the hashtag was started by Pakistani showbiz and reality TV star Waqar Zaka.
So What Did This Trend Have To Do With Waqar Zaka?
Tight Reactions, Watch till the end and do share #AmazonInPakistan https://t.co/XnWq88PMIo
— Waqar Zaka (@ZakaWaqar) December 11, 2020
In a video posted by Waqar Zaka titled “Tik Tok Reactions” on Facebook, Waqar Zaka is seen reacting to funny Tik Tock videos for a brief period until the video is abruptly interrupted by him at the 8:20 mark, where he reveals his plans to urge the American E-commerce giant to start their operations in Pakistan.
In the video, he can be seen going on a rant against the people who only use the internet for entertainment purposes and do not do anything when it comes to actual productive work, which is beneficial for our future and our country’s future.
Later in the video, Waqar Zaka also offers Amazon a place which his personal property in Saddar, Karachi, where he feels the location would be beneficial for the company.
Many people agreed with Waqar Zaka’s approach and went on Twitter to trend #AmazonInPakistan, where they voiced their support for the arrival of the E-Commerce giant into the country.
We welcome @amazon to please facilitate Pakistan, there is no scarcity of talented and skilled work force in Pakistan, we're excited and willing to work with you!#Amazoninpakistan#Amazoninpakistan#Amazoninpakistan@amazon@ZakaWaqar pic.twitter.com/e9Hc7d9IEd
— Areeb Asif (@m_areeb_tweets) December 12, 2020
#AmazonInPakistan
We want amazon in Pakistan !!! @ImranKhanPTI & @JeffBezos we request you both to make some progress on this matter to bring Amazon in Pakistan as soon as possible. We both have opportunity to make millions from it @ZakaWaqar @amazon— Sameer Mughal | Marketing Strategist (@SameerM99673895) December 12, 2020
We want @amazon to work in Pakistan because everybody knows the importance of online opportunities in Pakistan and a lot of Pakistanis are selling on Amazon. We want #AmazonInPakistan.@ZakaWaqar
— Umair Aziz (@Umair780aziz) December 11, 2020
#amazoninpakistan @amazon It's our humbly request please come to Pakistan and establish your business here. @ZakaWaqar is trying his best to bring international companies in Pakistan.
— عبدالروف (@Abdurrauf0552) December 11, 2020
This year, Amazon left Google and Apple behind and ended up becoming the most valuable company in the world.
It makes sense that people would want the most valuable brand globally, which has a reputation for being extremely convenient to start its operations in Pakistan officially.
Recently, Amazon also announced a new way to secure way to payments by introducing Amazon One, which was marketed as an extremely safe and secure method to make payments with the help of your palm. This move was hailed as one step closer to convenience as it would take away the effort to manually put in your card details and make it easier just to pay it with your palm.
All these plans that incorporate the latest technologies and innovations for the sake of the convenience of the customers are what makes Amazon one of the best and most profitable company in the world.
Waqar Zaka has been incredibly vocal on social media about improving the standard of education, bringing Paypal to Pakistan, and officially starting purchasing, selling, and trading of Cryptocurrencies in Pakistan. He hails this move of demanding Amazon to formally open its operations in Pakistan as a step closer towards innovation and opportunities.
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5 Harley Davidson Motorcycles That Are Worth A Buy
The automobile industry consists of a plethora of categories of vehicles. From huge trucks to SUVs, all the way down to the compacts, every vehicle is present. One day, you might see Tesla releasing a new car and the next, Mercedes is releasing their latest. Tesla released its cyber truck and it was considered one of the most powerful trucks of the known year. However, many other vehicles come under the automation category. One of those is bikes. They are also known as motorcycles and are a whole genre of their own.
There are smaller engine motorcycles with 70cc or 125cc. Then there are high-end motorcycles which can go as high as 1300cc! Imagine that much engine power behind the wheel of a motorcycle. In cars, it’s considered a lot so in bikes it’s even more! In light of this, let us take a look at some Harley Davidson Motorcycles. These are definitely worth a glance at, considering what their specifications are.
1. Sportster Iron:
Now, this is a motorcycle by Harley that is one of the more compact ones. The size, in comparison to some, is relatively smaller but it is not a small motorcycle. With a sturdy handlebar and a good fuel average, this motorcycle is a good guy for enthusiasts. It houses a 1200cc engine with a comfortable seat. It is recommended to be a good motorcycle for beginners to the trade. Its current price is Rs.31.5 Lac.
2. Softail Fatboy 114:
The name reminds one of the motorcycle that Arnold drove in Terminator 2. Yes, that was also a variation of the Fat Boy, albeit a lesser stroke engine. It has a 6 speed transmission with a grip that is sure to leave you hanging on it. The current price of this motorcycle is between Rs.50-52 lac.
3. Softail Breakout 114:
This Motorcycle is in the league with the high-end ones and delivers exactly what it promises. It has a two exhaust with Milwaukee-Eight 114 V.twin engine. This makes the motorcycle, quite literally, fly off the ground on pickup. The vehicle has a unique straight handlebar as opposed to the standard curved ones. Its current price is set at Rs.55 Lac.
4. Road Glide Special 114ci:
This is a motorcycle that gives off an extremely muscle car vibe. Of course, it is still a motorcycle but the specific make it a worthy opponent on any track. It has an enormous 1852cc engine! Can one even perceive a motorcycle having such a behemoth of an engine? This gives quite a lot of 4 wheelers a run for their money. It also has a Milwaukee Eight 114 V.twin engine.
5. Vrod Muscle:
Now, this is definitely one of the finest bikes manufactured by Harley Davidson. It holds up exactly right to its name. Its wheels are the stuff of legends. You might feel like you’re driving the motorcycle that Batman drove in ‘The Dark Knight’. The sheer power behind the handlebar of this bike makes it a force not to be reckoned with. With a 1250cc engine, this motorcycle is worth Rs.34 Lac.
These bikes are definitely worth the buy if you’re going for a high-end purchase. They deliver quite a lot of engine power and pack a punch.
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This Free Online Course Teaches You All About Outbreaks & Epidemics
Due to being forced indoors in 2020, the world had to resort to alternate means of knowledge access. Of course, it is no surprise that more and more people began to spend time online. However, there was definitely a surge in the studying of online courses. When educational institutions decided to work from home, they also brought with them a whole new age.
Online classes on Google Meet and Zoom have now become the new normal. A lot of the students are reported to have been adjusting quite nicely to the new normal. Even when exams were shifted online, it became slightly easier for students to give them due to the exams being open-book.
Similarly, websites like Coursera and Udemy became the hub for an immense amount of online course studies. They also decided to offer some of their courses for free. In light of this, the John Hopkins university put up a course on coursera that you might want to glance it. It involves the study and understanding of Outbreaks!
The Outbreak This Year:
One of the most important reasons that this course can be beneficial for you is due to current events. The world saw an outbreak of a new pathogen by the name of ‘Covid.’ It came out first in the city of Wuhan in late 2019, and by mid-2020, it had enveloped a lot of countries. People were falling ill by the dozen!
So, have you ever wondered what exactly an outbreak is? There has been a known curiosity among people because they wish to know what exactly classifies as outbreaks? What other epidemics has the world seen before? These many questions can be put to rest with this Coursera course. Let us dive into the details of the course.
What The Course Offers
The course starts with explaining, to the enrolled student, the basics of outbreaks. It explains that a mass number does not cause epidemics. Instead, they have seen a rise above the threshold healthy population. In a country of Africa, since their history of Ebola was near to zero, just three cases were reported as an outbreak. This shows that outbreaks depend a lot on the history of a pathogen in the country.
Next, the course will dive into the further details of the mathematics involved in outbreak numbers. It also shows that, when the number goes high, when the infected are more than healthy, it is considered a higher emergency state. It then further talks about what reproductive numbers are. If the reproductive number of a region is less than one, it needs a vaccine.
Getting A Grasp On The Situation:
This course does not strictly revolve around coronavirus because that pathogen is exceptionally new. However, it explores methods of studies and calculations that can be employed on coronavirus too. That is because Covid-19 is also a virus and has also caused outbreaks.
The course extends to four weeks and can be completed within approximately five hours. It is highly recommended that you check it out to have a better understanding of the situation. The course requires no medical background; it’s relatively easy to understand!
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3 Times Amna Ilyas Has Been Part Of Major Controversies
Amna Ilyas is a well-known celebrity who started her career as a model. She made her name by proving her talent. In a society that obsesses over fair color for women, she showed them that dusky tone is also beautiful and something to be proud of.
She took the next step in her career by entering the field of acting and proved her name there as well. People acknowledged her performance for Baaji. But she has also been a part of quite some controversies. And it almost seems like she is trying to stay in the news, so she stays relevant (you know, top-of-mind effect).
1. Amna Ilyas wedding
Several major news publications covered the news of her wedding with the phrase ‘Amna Ilyas ties the knot.’ When the news had circulated enough, the model-actress clarified the misunderstanding on Instagram by posting a video. She shot the video with her alleged partner, where they denied the news about their wedding and ended it by promoting Ankahi, the upcoming theatre play. Dawar Mehmood will be directing the play while Amna Ilyas will be the lead.
Haseena Moin’s original Ankahi was great. We will have to see how a 2020 theatre adaptation fares, though.
2. Amna Ilyas on fair tone
Being a strong activist in speaking against colorism in Pakistan, Amna Ilyas could not stay silent at Faiza Beauty cream’s ad. She made a parody out of it and posted it on her Instagram. It was her way of calling out Ayeza Khan and what she was promoting, given she is a public figure with a massive fan following. Her mimicry of Ayeza was so on point and became hilarious when she finalized it by smashing her face in white flour.
3. Body-Shaming, What?
Another time Amna Ilyas has been a part of the controversy was when people fished out her past interview with HSY. She was invited, alongside Sadaf Kanwal. While playing a game, Sadaf had to guess a name. And Amna made a gesture of someone who has gained weight. When Sadaf Kanwal asked if the person was fat, Amna Ilyas replied in affirmation. With that, Sadaf Kanwal quickly identified the person as Aamina Haq. When the controversy made rounds on social media, Amna Ilyas replied with an apology that did not even seem like one.
These were a few controversies that the actress has been a part of. If you can recall a few more, do let us know, and we will add them to our list.
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