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Nadia Jamil Stands Strong After Shaving Off Her Head Post-Chemotherapy

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One of Pakistan’s finest actors Nadia Jamil has been battling cancer for a long time. The actress is in the UK for her treatment and is going through chemotherapy. Nadia has recently shared a few pictures of her journey through the battle against cancer. She is sporting a shaved head post chemotherapy and we are absolutely in awe of her!

She’s shared a heartfelt post on the day she shaved of her beautiful locks,

“My hair had been falling in huge clumps regardless of the ice cap. The centre had practically gone. I was left w the front & a little on the sides. It was petrifying. That night I washed & conditioned it sobbing, w rose smelling shampoo. I knew this was goodbye 2 a part of my self I had hid behind 4 years. My hair, like many of us,had been my vanity, the face I wanted 2 show the outside world.”

Here’s Nadia Jamil looking ever so beautiful!

 

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The night of Laylatulqadr I was reading Surah Yousaf & the words Fasabirun Jamil stayed w me from an ayat of the Surah. Not just patience..but a patience of deep beauty. My hair had been falling in huge clumps regardless of the ice cap. The centre had practically gone. I was left w the front & a little on the sides. It was petrifying. That night I washed & conditioned it sobbing, w rose smelling shampoo. I knew this was goodbye 2 a part of my self I had hid behind 4 years. My hair, like many of us,had been my vanity, the face I wanted 2 show the outside world. If it wasn’t looking good I felt nervous,bad about myself. & now it was gone. And I have to admit it was an ugly death. That night I laughed & cried w the woman in the mirror. She looked quite crazy. I looked like an electrified laama. Wayne’s World meets Malang Baba. Honestly that night, I never prayed 4 my hair. Or even my vanity 2be protected. I prayed that I love the woman who emerges from under it. I have never loved her..myself…as I should. I prayed 4 my strength of character. I prayed I fulfill my responsibilities 2 my son’s,especially my foster sons, 2 the other children who i know will come in2 my life & 2 my best friends …my son’s Rakae & Mir. I prayed I learn how 2 self parent & become a better adult while retaining the love, spontaneity & fun I have in my heart. I prayed I learn 2 put myself first so I can take care of myself & others w empathy. If I am a mess, I am useless 2 those I love. I prayed 4 strategies 2 end my relationship w loneliness & fear,that stems from child abuse. & I prayed 4 my creativity 2 be blessed. I saw my weaknesses,they must be worked on by me & recognised my strengths,they will be appreciated by me. I closed my eyes & smiled at the love I am surrounded w. It will never again not be enough. It is. I prayed & mediated deep in2 the night. The morning after Laylatulqadr a kind gentleman called Rob came & clipped my hair. What was left Chotu,Ami & I tried 2 shave off,leaving nicks,bloody cuts & my beautifully shaped head. I looked at my eyes, my smile. This is Nadia Jamil. I held her hand & we marched off 4 #chemotherapy That is another story. I❤️U

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The star also wished all her fans and loved ones on Eid Ul Fitr!

The hospital staff at Addenbrooks in the UK who have been taking great care of Nadia were the ones who shaved her head for her. Nadia then shared a video of the process on her social media accounts.

 

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A huge thank you to the team at #Addenbrooks #hematology who didn’t just clean my pic line, feed me toffee pudding and give me my chemo, they also knew how to use a razor so helped tidy the patchy mess on my head The #NHS #mentalhealthcrises team have also been fantastic. They saved my life at a time I was in a really dark place. They simply didn’t give up on me. They are such #CHAMPIONS DR Luke Davies, Dr Farouhi, Sharon Saunders, Charlotte, Matt, Raquel, Marta, Dave, Yuki… Talking to them is simply a joy…they are so loving and healing. Then there have been those from home and away. Video calls every single day … Long intense loving messages. Thank you. It’s not been easy but you make it easier. Most of the time my phone is closed so the messages have been going to Mas phone. She reads them out to me and makes my day! Sometimes I come here and read the strength you all give me. Thank you! #igetbywithalittlehelpfrommyfriends

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Jamil is as strong and brave as ever! Here’s what she has to say on her new self:

“I like the new me… Surviving the pain is such a victory … Every day is a victory …I know tomorrow will be awful with the nausea and fatigue…but then there will be another victory.
Sometimes something small like finishing a meal or having water is a victory.”

Nadia has received an outpour of love and encouragement from many people in the industry including, Mahira Khan, Asim Raza and others. Her fans and followers have also been with her throughout this difficult time constantly supporting her.

It is heart warming to see that the actress par excellence is loved by one and all even across the border. Jitesh Pillai sends out his warm wishes to Nadia!

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5 Netflix Tricks You Should Be Using But Aren’t!

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One of the main reasons Netflix is so popular is because of its simplicity. It’s painfully easy to queue up a movie on your laptop, video game console, or mobile device and start watching in mere seconds. But that simply means there are a lot of features to Netflix that the average customer may not be using.

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Here, we’ve rounded up some useful tips to help you get the most out of Netflix:

1. Put an end to buffering 

Buffering time is the scourge of bingers everywhere. How can one be expected to navigate Mad Men’s dark themes and dramatic buildups, if the horrors of excessive loading snarl the climax?

There are some workarounds here, but they only work for watching on a computer: while playing a title, hold down Shift+Opt (Shift+Alt for Windows) and left click to open up a “hidden” menu (called the Stream Manager) with buffering fixes and other streaming options. If you are using Chrome, press Ctrl+Shift+Alt/Opt+S to access this menu. If you’re streaming on Wii, Xbox 360, or PlayStation 3 use the directional pad click up, up, down, down, left, right, left, right, up, up, up, up.

2. Use a blocker to access the shows of Netflix outside Pakistan 

Did you know in other countries’ Netflixes has movies and TV shows that aren’t included in our Pakistani version? You can watch all of the episodes of Modern Family if you wish to pay for Media Hint, which will trick the site into thinking you are in another country, granting you access to hundreds of new titles. Although, considering the unblocker has landed in some hot water recently over security issues. Unblock at your own risk.

3. Watch at odd hours for better quality 

One way to improve your video quality is streaming during off-peak hours (like early in the morning, late at night, etc.), according to sources. During the study, they found video quality and speed improved significantly during hours when fewer people were logged into the site binging.
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4. Customize your subtitles

You can adjust the default Netflix subtitles to change color, size, font, and more – based on your preferences, and what fits the title you’re viewing. All you need to do is go to Your Account > Your Profile > Subtitle Appearance and prepare to soak up all that rich culture.

5. Use Netflix Party

If you’re in a long-distance relationship and waiting to finish Homeland until you and your significant other are reunited, then the Netflix party is a great alternative to do that.

Netflix Party allows for full-screen viewing, and anybody in the session can hit pause, play, or scrub through the timeline. The stream adjusts seamlessly.

The biggest downside to Netflix Party is that if you want to watch a few episodes of something or another movie, you’ll have to create a new session every time. Even if Netflix autoplay to the next episode, it will kick everyone out of the course, and you’ll have to send out a new link to everyone.

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Top 10 Pakistani TikTok Users who Shot to Instant Stardom!

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Social Media makes everyday people into instant celebrities, and that’s no lie or myth.

Many have shot to fame thanks to platforms such as TikTok.

TikTok is a lip-syncing, and a short video app has taken the world by storm! It is, in fact, one of the top-ranked and most downloaded apps with users surpassing 500M.

The app is equally famous in Pakistan. Check out the list of Pakistani TikTok users who have won popularity through this app:

1. Pinky Francis (@pinkyfrancis)

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Pink Francis is a UAE based Pakistani TikTok user who makes videos with hilarious Urdu dialogues. Her clips featuring songs also have an interesting element to them and are guaranteed to make your day!

She also makes joint videos with friends and other TikTok users. The collaborations are equally impressive.

2. Pretty Alia (@prettyalia1)

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Dame❤️

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Alia is pretty versatile when it comes to creating TikTok content. Her videos are primarily based on famous drama dialogues and talk shows. The clips also feature fun and engaging songs.

Her account recently got hacked, due to which she lost most of her followers.

3. Buggs Bunny (@mjahsan20)

TikTok loves Bunny’s style, and acting and his following is proof. Buggs Bunny has a fan following of more than 245.5k followers.

His videos are quite successful on TikTok, and he is often seen participating in challenges.

4. Reeja Jeelani (@reejajeelani)

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Why you so obsessed with me, boy i wanna know 🎶

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Not only is she famous on TikTok, but she also enjoys a fantastic fan following on Instagram, Dubsmash, and Musical.ly.

Reeja is recognized for her lip-sync and excellent makeup skills. She performs on famous drama dialogues and songs.

5. Pir Ahmed (@pirahmed)

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Life sucks , until you earn its worth 🖤 #pirfam

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From slow-motion clips to dialogues and monologues or more, Pir Ahmed sure knows how to produce diverse and engaging content.

He doesn’t just follow the crowd, and that’s what makes him unique. The audience dramatically loves his duets with his little friend (@pir_siraj)

6. Hazeera (@hazeera_k)

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My fevrouit muser 😘 #Hazeera. k

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Hazeera has a profile full of videos ranging from funny dialogues to emotional songs, all depending on her mood. Her expressions are the highlight of all the clips she shares.

7. Nouman Rizwan Khan (@bboyjonty)

This user is exceptionally passionate about desi and Bollywood songs. His videos often feature his dance moves, unique expressions, and emotions.

8. Mubeen Rehman (@mubeenrehman66)

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Teri yaadan rehndiyaan ne mere naal subhoo shaam ❤️

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Mubeen is granted with amazing dance skills and expressive acting. His videos, full of raps and familiar melodies, are a hit on TikTok.

9. Ibrahim (@ibrahimm007)

Ibrahim is good looking, stylish, and highly talented. His TikTok record is full of monologues, dialogues, and music, which is impossible to ignore.

10. Anum Asad (@anumasad)

Anum has an attractive personality. Her videos feature excellent acting skills and dialogue choices.

She has also featured in popular drama series like Bilqees Kaur, Ahmad Habib Ki Baitiyan, Band Khirkiyan, and more.

 

Do you follow any of these TikTok stars? Comment and let us know.

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Top 5 Shamoon Ismail Songs That Will Light Up Your Playlist

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Some singers take years before releasing an album or opt to simply stay with the single-by-single trend that has increased exponentially with time.

But a few artists releasing music independently show vast consistency by putting out new albums or EPs – irrespective of the retrievals.

One such forenamed artist is Islamabad-based Shamoon Ismail, who brought his mode of Punjabi blues to Diplo’s Mad Decent Block Party (2018)

Since then, Shamoon Ismail has only upped his game by first releasing an EP called Cookie.

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Puchaan kivain haiga hor sab?

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From Cookie, the song ‘Marijuana’ earned him a Lux Style Awards 2019 nomination in the year category.

Shamoon Ismail has garnered a lot of popularity amongst the masses and has recently been tired up with concerts and performances in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.

Moreover, organized for Feb 1-2, 2020 at Alhamra Art Center, Lahore Music Meet 2020 will emphasize four stages of live performances. It will be showcasing Punjabi folk legend Naseebo Lal, progressive folk-rock band, Saakin, electro-pop producer Talal Qureshi and Punjabi RnB star Shamoon Ismail as part of the indoor showcase.

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My Lahore

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Today, we have rounded up five of our favorite tracks by Ismail, and we guarantee that they will force you to tap your feet and sway with the beat.

Your new playlist!

Marijuana

https://youtu.be/invIrTznA38

This is the top-rated number of Ismail with a groovy beat and intriguing lyrics!

Na Toon 

https://youtu.be/9KpteQ-wo20

This next single is not just soothing to the ears but also has remarkable poetry.

Taare

https://youtu.be/LvtXWMqD9ws

Another song that has garnered a lot of popularity amongst the youth is this soothing number by Ismail!

Khayal

https://youtu.be/sh55BDdjxu4

If you are in a mood for a slow and soothing track, we’d suggest you check this out.

Raati Aya Si Khayal

https://youtu.be/zqfLy5VpdeE

This lovely song has some amazing lyrics that are perfect for date night!

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Top 5 Worst Sports Cars Ever Manufactured by Audi, BMW & Mercedes

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Time and time again, we have brought you the best-performing, the most-affordable, and some of the best looking cars!

And this time around, we’ve decided to bring to you the worst possible sports cars some of the world’s top manufacturers have ever made!

Between their lineup of luxury, sports, and supercars, the three musketeers have not always succeeded in impressing their fans and consumers.

So without further delays, let’s take a look at some of the worst luxury sports cars:

1. Audi R8 V8

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You have to admit, so do we, the first-gen R8 is an all-time favorite. However, the reality is something very different. Reportedly, the first iteration wasn’t flawless! It was plagued with a numb driving feel, and drives faced severe issues with the frame cracking.

2. Audi TT MK1

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This was the first-ever Audi TT to hit the streets and flunk! It used the same platform as one of the worse generations, VW Golf. Moreover, news coverage related to crashes and a massive recall due to its high-speed tarnished the sports car’s reputation.

3. BMW M235i Gran Coupe

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Sadly, the BMW M235i Gran Coupe was only made to fill a hole in the market, and that’s all that it ever became.

4. BMW I8

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The BMW i8 is a one-of-its-kind beauty, but it also sports many weaknesses. Looks can’t get you everything, sometimes performance also matters, well, most of the time.

5. Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG 45

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The CLA was Mercedes-Benz’s attempt to create a second luxury entry that would be affordable to the masses. It ended up being the complete opposite with little to none focus on luxury and more emphasis on cheap quality!

Since we have named 2 Audi and 2 BMWs, we thought why not add another BMW to the list as a bonus!

6. Mercedes-Benz SL R107

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At the time, the R107 generation SL Mercedes was not very well received in the markets. Let’s just say it was not a pretty sight to look at and pretty much sucked in performance too.

Have any more luxury sports cars in mind that you want to have added to this list?

Share the car names with us below in the comments.

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Humaima Malick Says ‘Ertuğrul’ Is Totally Worth Her 35 Rupees

Humaima Malik on ertrugal
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Diriliş: Ertuğrul has taken the entertainment industry by storm and has the masses hooked to their TV screens craving for more.

While a few celebrities such as Yasir Hussain, Shan Shahid, and Jibran Nasir called the series a ‘threat to local culture’ others extolled the series as an insightful peek into Islamic history.

One of the Pakistani starlets who recently tweeted in favor of Diriliş: Ertuğrul’s airing on PTV, is Humaima Malick. She stated that the series is worth her 35 rupees.

After seeing her tweet journalist Omair Alvi corrected her and stated that PTV’s prices have increased to Rs 100, Humaima said that even that is “totally worth it for such quality content.”

However, actor Vasay Chaudhry thought that PTV should stop charging “those 35 rupees from every Pakistani’s electricity bill”.

Popularly known as the Turkish Game of Thrones, Dirilis: Ertugrul sparked up a social media controversy, notably on Twitter, where many users were seen justifying Imran Khan’s decision by Prime Minister to have the series aired during the lockdown as an effective tactic to keep people indoors.

Earlier in 2013, the love for Turkish soaps following the sensational success of Ishq-e-Memnun had created a much stronger uproar by local celebs and producers that eventually led to restrictions being placed on foreign television shows on local channels.

Around that time, the United Producers Association was pretty vocal, and it stays to be seen how they acknowledge the renewed support for Turkish material.

With all the publicity coming to the way the series is starting in the country, the opposition and the federal government (which was instrumental in getting it on the air) are, of course, at loggerheads.

However, Ertuğrul Ghazi has continued to win over new stars, the latest being celebrity pair Ali Safina and Khaas fame Hira Tareen to join the audience.

Humaima Malik on Ertrugal
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Set in 13th century Anatolia and based on the struggle of Ertuğrul Gazi, father of Osman I – the founder of the Ottoman dynasty, Diriliş: Ertuğrul has been trending in the country ever since its first episode aired on PTV Home.

Pakistanis love the drama series, and it has become a sensation in the country. 133.38 million viewers watched the drama series from April 25-May 14, according to PTV.

With 3.67 million subscribers and episodes gaining rage daily on the social media platform, PTV’s YouTube channel has also enrolled an overall rise in its viewership.

Here’s How These 8 Local Brands Creatively Celebrated Eid!

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The auspicious festival of Eid is here, and even though we’re all battling an ongoing pandemic, we can still celebrate with our loved ones in some way or the other. Every year brands have different Eid ul Fitr campaigns, and the audience waits to see what each has in store. However, things are a tad bit mellowed down this year as not everyone is celebrating Eid with the same enthusiasm and zeal as they always do.

Here’s a round-up of brands’ and their Eid-ul-Fitr campaigns in Pakistan:

  1. Khaadi

Posted by Khaadi on Tuesday, 19 May 2020

One of Pakistan’s biggest retailer urges people to enjoy Eid by dressing up and staying at home!

2. foodpanda

This Eid, spend quality time with your loved ones and order foodpanda! 💕

Enjoy foodpanda Eid deals with up to 70% off…

Posted by foodpanda on Monday, 25 May 2020

Can’t go out for family dinners this Eid? FoodPanda has got you covered as they offer food from over 6000 eateries at up to 70% off.

3. Surf Excel

Beautiful tribute by Surf Excel Pakistan and youth of Pakistan as they together joined hands to create this super…

Posted by Metronome on Monday, May 25, 2020

After the most heartwarming Ramadan campaign on Neki Nahi Rukegi, this Eid Surf Excel is paying tribute to our frontline heroes with a wall painting. Thanking the real superheroes for working tirelessly through this pandemic.

4. Pie in the Sky

Sweeten your Eid with some special sweets at Pie In The Sky. Now HBL and Faysal Bank cardholders can avail a special…

Posted by Pie in the Sky on Saturday, May 23, 2020

Who wouldn’t want a 40% off on Eid cakes and desserts? Pie in the Sky is offering a discount up to the third day of Eid, so grab your cakes now!

5. National Foods

Eid will be spent with heavy hearts and prayers for those grieving, this year. #PK8303 #NeverForget

Posted by National Foods on Saturday, May 23, 2020

This Eid National Foods have decided to spend Eid in solidarity with all the lives lost in the PK 8303 plane crash.

6. McDonald’s

This Eid would be different but the love and care will be the same. May this special day bring peace, happiness and prosperity to everyone.

Posted by McDonald's on Monday, May 25, 2020

The popular fast-food chain has sent out the message of maintaining social distance even during Eid. Their Eid post says, “Eid aor kal ki khushiyon ko banae rakhey at a safe distance.”

7. Burger King

Drop pictures of your online meet & greet in the comments below.

#videocalling #socialdistancing #covid #covid19 #eid2020 #eidmubarak #burgerking #burgerkingpakistan #beyourway

Posted by Burger King Pakistan on Monday, 25 May 2020

We love that vast brands are taking the responsibility of creating awareness on social distancing during Eid. People must be reminded of the damage Covid-19 has caused the world.

8. Bata

Eid with Bata

Shop your Eid shoe with Bata on https://bit.ly/BataEidCollection and in store and get surprised by the latest Eid collection. To phir kehdien sabko Eid Mubarak?#BataForYou #BataEidCollection #BataHomeCollection

Posted by Bata on Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Bata is out with its short video campaign for Eid, starring the ever so beautiful Maya Ali and the dapper Sheheryar Munaver.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2020: What Has Changed During The Lockdown?

COVID-19: Eid 2020
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The year 2020 has changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world.

While for some, it became a symbol of hope and helped them reconnect spiritually. Whereas for others, the disasters and losses just came piling on and on.

The lockdown imposed almost globally due to the Coronavirus not only has changed the way we live our daily lives, but also the way we celebrate our traditions.

For millions of Muslims, this Eid-ul-Fitr will surely be one they’re never going to forget. This year, Eid is not only being celebrated in lockdowns; but the heart-wrenching events surrounding it have made us re-think about celebrations.

Here are some things that have changed during the lockdown:

1. No Traditional Hugs & Kisses

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To be honest, Eid is best enjoyed when celebrated with family and friends, which is what the holiday is about.

But imagine, this year, we couldn’t hug our friends to meet them, our families to greet them. No hugs, no kisses, just annoying waves!

Although its a bit saddening, we should remember that Eid will come again next year, and hopefully, before then, the novel Coronavirus will no longer be a concern.

5 Ways Eid Will Be Different This Year Amid The Lockdown

2. No Money for Eidi

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Currency notes have always been known to be a carrier for the most vicious diseases and germs. This year, they have also become a vessel for the Coronavirus, which is why most people have been avoiding touching cash.

Since everyone is now going cashless and towards digital, the concept of giving eidi this year meant enough money to buy a couple of chips and pop!

3. No All-You-Can-Eat Buffets

Eid Dinner
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Remember all those Eids you took granted for? You got to wear the clothes of your choice; you spend the day playing and enjoying every second, not to forget to get money as a gift! One of the essential parts of Eid was eating your heart out!

From traditional dishes like Nihari and Haleem to modern-day salvation in pasta and frozen food. Eid meant a free-buffet for many.

But this year, it was more of a 1-dish party which almost every other family had enjoyed on their own. Due to the Coronavirus, a gathering of more than 15 individuals in one place is a terrible idea, as chances of catching the virus increase, and food is an easy way to spread it!

Black Light Experiment Exhibits How Fast COVID-19 Can Spread

4. Charitable & Responsible Pakistan

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Though there are many negatives to the impact of the Coronavirus and being locked in, there are positives that have come forward.

Pakistan is one of the most charitable countries around the world. The brothers and sisters come together to help their fellow citizens, whether floods and earthquakes or the virus affect them.

Foundations such as JDC, Edhi Foundation, Latif Kapadia Memorial Trust, and plenty more are working day and night to provide those who are out of work and have lost their jobs with food.

Even Pakistani celebrities went out-of-their-way and gave away food packages worth hundreds of thousands of Rupees to do their part in the contribution.

These Pakistani Celebrities Are Making A Difference Amid Coronavirus By Helping Those In Need!

5. This Importance of an Advanced Healthcare System

Pakistan Healthcare
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The lockdown proved one thing in particular that Pakistan needs to improve on its healthcare system and be ready with a plan at all times for unexpected outbreaks.

At this time, many of our frontline workers have become infected with the virus; lots have passed, several are critical, while the rest are on duty, be it Eid or their child’s birthday or their anniversary.

Their sacrifices will go down in history as martyrs who gave their lives to keep their oath and fulfill their duty towards the citizens of their country.

They’ve also taught the valuable lesson of how badly we as a country need to invest in medical aid, supplies, and other necessary equipment for survival.

NUST Pakistan’s Dr Aneela Javed & Dr Ali Zohaib Successfully Develop Coronavirus Testing Kits!

How do you think the lockdown has changed Eid 2020 for you?

 

7 Delightful Treats You Probably Missed Out On, This Eid

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To mark the end of Ramadan, Muslims across the globe intend to shower their loved ones with presents. From Eidi to greeting cards -something or the other is always shared with family and friends on this auspicious occasion.

So, unless the hostess has specifically asked you to bring something, don’t bring anything to supplement the menu. Your special lasagna may be a universal favorite, but it won’t necessarily complement the meal your hosts have planned.

Don’t take foodstuffs that take up valuable fridge space or that need eating up while there are still left-overs floating around. If you do want to take an edible gift along, choose something that lasts, like chocolates or dry fruit.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, there may be no grand dinners, and families might not even celebrate, but we still wanted to bounce some ideas off of you regarding the Eid presents that you can give your loved ones during these tough times or enjoy them on your own.

Here 7 treats you probably have missed out on, this Eid!

1. Lal’s Eid Gift Basket

The chocolate shop is offering two kinds of Eid baskets that you can give to your loved ones and with prices ranging from Rs 3500 to Rs.5000 and they’re delivering in Karachi and Lahore.

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Spread the joy this Eid by gifting your near and dear delicious chocolates and goodies from Lals. If you can't visit them, you can get this gorgeous hamper delivered to wish them 'Eid Mubarak' Price – 4425 + 13% tax = Rs.5000/- For Karachi delivery visit https://lalschocolates.com/eid-gifting or call on 03071115257 (111-LALS) For Lahore delivery call on 03324697347 This Hamper contains:- ⚈ Classic Gold Box with bons bons (12pcs) ⚈ Assorted French Macarons (4pcs) ⚈ Chocolate bark (150gms) – Any flavor ⚈ Assorted Biscuit pouch ⚈ Motia Scented candle ⚈ Eid Greeting card #karachifood #karachifoodbloggers #karachifooddiaries #karachifoodie #karachibloggers #karachiblogger #karachi #lahorefood #lahorefoodblogger #lahorefoodie #eidgifts #eidgifting #lals #chocolates #chocolategifts

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2. Pie In The Sky’s Gift Basket

The bakery is selling its Eid gift baskets that include some delicious treats that will be the perfect gift for your loved ones if you visit them! The price range of this basket is 2600 only.

3. Zerrita Flowers 

You can either visit their stores or place an order online for their various Eid gift baskets that include items fro flowers to chocolates.

4. Custom Made Baskets From The Bombay Store

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The Bombay Store in Khadda Market offer beautifully packaged selections of nuts and chocolates. Most dry fruit stalls also offer attractively wrapped baskets of dry fruit and nuts.

5. Rosetta Flora

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May this upcoming Eid bring you joys unlimited and all your wishes come true and your family be blessed by the grace of Allah. In light of the developments regarding COVID-19, our thoughts are with those affected by the virus in our beloved country and around the globe. We want to ensure that well-being and safety of our teams, clients and communities are our top priority. To share your happiness with your closed ones on this Eid, Rosetta Flora is offering variety of packages which includes fresh flowers, chocolates, cakes and toys with Delivery at your door step so you can stay home and be safe with your family. Please visit our Website www.rosettaflora.com or Whatsapp or Call us at 0337-3214892 and 021-35344892 to place your orders. Flower Shop in Karachi. #FreeDelivery #EveryDayLove #SameDayDelivery #RosettaFlora #Worldwide #Countrywide #Citywide #Birthday #Gifts #Decoration #Events @therosettaflora @ Rosetta Flora #shareyourfeelingswithflowers #importedflowersarrangements #bestflowerdeliveryforkarachi #eventsorganizer #flowersdecor #celebrationwithflowers #qualityofflowers #stylesofbouquet #stylesofarrangement #uniquefloraldesigns #crazeOfFlowers #coloursOfflowers #floristrosettaflora #expertflorist #flowershoprosettaflora @ Rosetta Flora

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Rosetta Flora is also offering a range of gift baskets this Eid that you can pick and choose from.

6. The Karachi Candle Company and Easy’s Collaborated Gift Basket

The fast-food restaurant Easy has collaborated with the Karachi Candle Company to bring you the perfect basket that you may want to get your hands on! We’d suggest you buy one for your home as well since this seems like a great bargain.

7. N’ecos baskets 

You can either request them to make a custom made basket for you or simply invest in their ready to sell Eid baskets.

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We know Eid won't be the same this year. But it doesn't have to be boring! ✨ Why not show your fam and friends some love with one of our customizable gift baskets? 🎁 N'eco's gift baskets have something for everyone – whether she's got a sweet tooth or an obsession with motia perfumes, or he likes face masks and beard oil. From baked goods, to beauty products, to our health and wellness range, we've got all you need. How to order: Step 1: Decide. Do you want a customized basket or a readymade one to suit your preferences and budget? Step 2: If readymade, just pick out your fav, give us a call to place your order, and we'll send it over. If customized, go to step 2. Step 3: Check out our range of items on our website (link in bio). You'll see all that N'eco's has to offer, and you'll definitely find something for your loved ones. Then give us a call and place your order 😁 You know the drill 📞 021-35242654/021-35844517 Let's make this Eid special for our loved ones. ❤️🌹

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The best gifts are those you’ve put some thought into. It needn’t be expensive, but a small yet thoughtful token of appreciation.

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5 Streaming Services to Subscribe During Quarantine

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Across the world, quarantine has expanded over the past few months. To keep busy, here are the top 5 streaming services paid or free that you can access. Binge-watch your favorite tv shows and films while you practice social distance back home.

Popcorn Time 

Popcorn Time provides a free alternative to subscription-based video streaming services. It is a multi-platform, free software BitTorrent client that includes an integrated media player.

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Netflix

Netflix is a subscription-based streaming service that offers online streaming of films and television programs, including those produced in-house. Sign up today and start your 30-day free trial.

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Apple TV

Apple TV is a small entertainment device that can receive digital data for visual and audio content such as music, video, video games, and play it on a connected television set or other video display.

Apple TV
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Disney Plus

Disney+ is the exclusive home for your favorite movies and TV shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. Best streaming service for your children!

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Prime Video

Prime Video, also marketed as Amazon Prime Video, is an American Internet video-on-demand service that is developed, owned, and operated by Amazon. You can start your 7-day free trial any day.

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Easypaisa Joins Hands with Daraz to Convert Eidi in Shopping This Eid Through Their Eidipaisa Campaign

The rapid increase in the number of players entering the technology industry in Pakistan has opened more opportunities for collaboration between tech brands looking to enhance customer experience.

An example of these partnerships is the collaboration between Daraz and Easypaisa: the result of a short interaction on Facebook between the two brands.

Minutes after Easypaisa published an ad on Facebook regarding their recent Eidipaisa campaign – which allows customers to send Eidi to their loved ones during this period of social distancing – Daraz responded which resulted in an interesting cross promotion between the two platforms.

Now Daraz is offering easypaisa customers access to many products – priced under Rs5,000 – that they could purchase on the platform with the Eidi their loved ones sent them through Eidipaisa using the Easypaisa app.

The idea is simple: the value of Eidi can only be actualized when it can be used to buy something.

Moreover, Receivers of Eidi through Eidipaisa can win an “iPhone” as an eidi gift from Daraz if they shop on Daraz through the eidi. The agility of the two brands has been the key to a unique partnership that will help make Eids across the country more joyous!

With families choosing to stay at home this Eid and restricting their visits to shops to buy presents or make purchases with their Eidi, the combination of the services being offered by Easypaisa and Daraz is the perfect solution.

We Asked Pakistanis How They Will Be Celebrating Eid 2020

We Asked Pakistanis How They Will Be Celebrating Eid 2020
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There were times when there one thing we used to look forward to after fasting the whole month of Ramadan. However, this year, the situation is different. Why? It’s because the novel coronavirus pandemic has dampened the festive spirit that the holy month of Ramadan brings with it every year.

The positive energies, the vibes, and all the excitement are nowhere to be seen. This year, the month of Ramadan wasn’t as charming as it is supposed to be. The Iftar parties, celebrations, and other social gatherings have all been put to a halt. This Ramadan, people decided to sit at home to help curb the spread of this dangerous virus.

Some are still super excited to celebrate Eid, whereas, on the other hand, people are just depressed. How ARE we going to spend Eid during a lockdown?

Did you ever imagine a thing like this could happen? Celebrating Eid during a pandemic? Considering the situation, it seems like most of us will be spending time at home with our families. Maybe this year, we would spend more time with each other, finally.

An Eid like this has never been celebrated before.

So, the on-going pandemic made us curious to ask people how they will celebrate their Eid. Well, here’s what they had to say!

1. “Farmhouse party with friends & family keeping in mind all the SOP’s.”

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2. “I have planned for ration distribution in remote areas of Karachi.”

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3. “I’ll get ready super early in the morning to take lots of pictures and later, study.” 

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4. “Lost my grandmother this year, so, there will be no joy like we had!”

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5. “Staying at home with hubby and in-laws- cooking, binge-watching and sleeping.”

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6. “Get ready in the morning, eat and have long sessions of a video call with friends & cousins.”

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7. “Since they’re not much to do, I’ll take some time off, chill and just binge-watch some series.”

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Let us know in the comments how you will be celebrating Eid 2020. If you’re not planning on celebrating it, let us know why.

Eid Mubarak, everyone! Stay home & stay safe!

5 Fun Activities You Can Do With Your Children On Eid

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The best way of making Eid memorable for your children is to spend it together as a family, remembering Allah (SWT) and reviving the Sunnah of the Prophet (saw). By celebrating Eid, you are following in the way of the Prophet and his righteous followers.

Celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr is also one way you can nurture your child’s Muslim identity while strengthening family and community ties.

So much emphasis is placed on Christmas in Western culture by the media, and even in schools that many Muslim parents feel that they need to compensate by making Eid special. It was the Prophetic practice to celebrate Eid, so for this reason, it is worthwhile to make the Eid celebration something memorable for your children.

Here are five things you can do with your children on Eid:

1. Making Eid Cards

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Let your kid write some Eid messages and make posters in three or four different languages. You can help your kid write Urdu, English, and Arabic messages. If you or your kids are not fluent in the same, you can also help find some meaningful words from the internet. You can also hang those cards at your home.

2. Envelopes Made For Eid

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When having guests, relatives, or friends over, gifting them a card or take away items or money in an envelope is a nice gesture. You can purchase plain white envelopes from the store and let your kid decorate them in the vein of Eid. This could include writing Eid Mubarak in Arabic script or decorating the cards with the colors of Islam and other positive messages.

3. Enlighten Them With Muslim Culture

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To make the day more special for your kids, teach them about various fun facts that are related to the Muslim culture. Tell them about the many facts and things related to the celebration and occasion of Eid.

4. Children In The Kitchen 

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While preparing a meal, you can ask your child to do little things such as setting up the table, handing you the ingredients like leafy greens and maybe even washing fruits. This way they’ll learn a sense of responsibility, and they’ll certainly be proud of themselves that they were a help to you.

5. Share The Joy 

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In the true spirit of celebrating Eid, help your kid share some joy with those who are lesser fortunate. You can involve your kids in making some food donations to a nearby shelter or orphanage.

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3 iPhone Photography Tricks To Get Professional Clicks!

3 iPhone Photography Tricks To Get Professional Clicks!

If you are willing to make a strong brand or starting a business, pairing information with imagery is crucial to your success. Most people will forget the information within a few days, but the image will last in their memory for a long time.

From content marketing to social media and website graphics, high-quality photos are the need of the hour. However, you do not need to hire a professional photographer; your phone is good enough, but how? Here’s how:

1. Purchase a Photography App for your iPhone

Several professional photo apps are available for iPhone with incredible features:

CAMERA + ($ 0.99) 

This app has received high praise, and it can be used to take photos and then use the Camera+ to edit as they have a vast array of filters that will make any picture look professional. It also features such as sharpness, saturation, exposure, and more.

VSCO (FREE + IN-APP PURCHASES)

VSCO has a ton of ‘Advanced’ camera features, various filter options, and the ability to connect with their community of iPhone photographers.

PRO HDR ($1.99)

This particular app allows you to take HDR pictures and adjust their light and color tones by merely tapping the screen. After the photo is received, you can adjust the brightness, saturation, warmth, and tint.

2. Utilize iPhone Photography Features

The iPhone itself has a set of top-notch photographic options that you can use to take better photos. These tips might be useful:

LENSES

The lens, as we know, is the most critical aspect of choosing a picture, however carrying your phone in the pocket or the purse could damage the glass, so make sure the lens is clean at all times.

GRID

The iPhone camera has a grid feature that helps you aligning pictures, ensuring that the position of your photo remains. It also helps you in utilizing the ‘Rule of thirds,’ which means breaking the photo down vertically and horizontally.

This will enable you to use a grid with nine squares that you could use to place the visual elements that you need. To turn the grid feature on Setting>Photos>Camera>Turn Grid On.

FOCUS AND EXPOSURE

The iPhone itself has an autofocus feature, and to focus on something, the user must tap the screen twice. To lock in the focus, press and hold it, and an AE/AF LOCK will appear.

BURST 

If there is a movable object and you want to capture it, use burst by holding on the capture button, and your phone will take multiple shots at the same time. You check these shots later in your images gallery.

FLASH

The flash of the phone can be troublesome at times, so it is highly recommended to use the natural light while capturing photos.

3. Pay Attention to your Composition

USE A SIMPLE OBJECT

Don’t confuse yourself by adding different details in your picture; focus on what is necessary and the essence of what you’re trying to capture and then surround that object with an interesting background.

PLAY WITH ANGLES

If you want your photos to have that professional ‘feel,’ then you will need to get creative and play with angles. Stand on a chair, get on your knees, take shots from different positions, it will surely give a more dramatic look to your pictures.

PLAY AROUND WITH REFLECTIONS, SILHOUETTES, AND SHADOWS

These techniques will add quality to your pictures, e.g., use a reflection on water or take your photo in high contrast lighting or shoot your subject when the sun is low, creating dramatic shadows and effects.

Hopefully, this guide will prove useful and will ensure that you’ve used the iPhone camera to its fullest. Please do give us your feedback!!

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5 Eid Desserts You Should Definitely Try This Year

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Eid is never complete without a huge bowl of dessert, sitting in the fridge to be devoured. Meethi eid pay meetha is essential! We understand that the circumstances are not the best, but let us try to make the most of it by doing our part.

Eid will be either on the 24th or 25th of May, which means you have plenty of time to make up your mind of which dessert you want to prepare. Collect all the ingredients you want, better hurry up because of the lockdown; people will flood out in the last Ashra of Ramadan. You would want to avoid that and maintain social distancing.

Here are our top 5 picks for you to try out this Eid!

  1. Pineapple Cream Dessert

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    Pineapple cream dessert is somewhat like a cheesecake in a glass. Given the temperature, these individual servings will lighten up your mood after Eid lunch. Chill them up to 4 hours in the fridge before serving.

    You can find the recipe here

  2. Shahi Tukray Roll-Ups

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    Shahi Tukray is a traditional dessert eaten on special occasions in Pakistan. On the special occasion of Eid, make Shahi Tukray from scratch. You can try the Food fusion recipe for Shahi Tukray on Youtube.

    Warning: Extremely addictive and high in calories.

  3. Chocolate Cake
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    Given the circumstances, buying a cake from a bakery isn’t the safest choice. Make it at home! Bake a delicious chocolate cake with your siblings or parents.

    Collect all the ingredients you need to bake a cake. Hit the kitchen on Chand Raat or Eid. Best served with breakfast.

  4.  Sheer Khurma

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    Eid festivities are incomplete without Sheer Khurma! The dish means milk with dates. It is a creamy vermicelli pudding made with milk, lots of nuts, dates, and sugar!

    It is often made during Eid in the Indian subcontinent, Afghanistan, and also parts of central Asia.

  5. Kheer

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    Kheer is everyone’s favorite. Easy to make with ingredients you already have back home. You just need rice, sugar, and milk, and you’re good to go.

    You can either use the instant mix from the market, which will be easier to make, or you can follow a traditional recipe.

    Let us know which one will you try in the comment section below. We can’t wait for Eid to try these delicious desserts out!

    Remember to stay home and take care of others.

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This Eid, We’re Forever Grateful To Our Frontline Hereos For Fighting COVID-19

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Amidst the ongoing pandemic caused by COVID-19, our frontline heroes are out on the battlefield risking their lives for the rest of us. Frontline workers are working day and night to help save the lives of those affected by coronavirus.

This Eid, we must be forever grateful to our frontline heroes! It is due to them that we are celebrating this joyous occasion with our loved ones at home. Tributes have been made to the doctors, nurses, paramedics, and police across the world by individuals and organizations.

While someone is giving out free breakfast, another is giving out free air tickets to them. Why do you ask? Well, if it weren’t for them, you wouldn’t be sitting at home peacefully at the moment. As they put their lives on the line for us, we remain indoors.

This Eid, We're Forever Grateful To Our Frontline Hereos
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Here are a few reasons on why we should be forever grateful to our frontline heroes:

  1. Their tireless dedication to fighting coronavirus

In-country like ours, these doctors, medical staff, and law enforcement officers are highly underpaid. If they’re still willing to work day and night tirelessly, then we should count ourselves pretty lucky. Doctors, nurses, and other frontline heroes have been working around the clock, going to work daily in a battle environment with an invisible enemy.

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2. Risking their lives to save ours

With a shortage of personal protective equipment, masks, and other life-saving items, doctors in Pakistan are risking their lives to save ours. It has been reported that a total of about ten doctors have succumbed to coronavirus in Pakistan.

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3. Pushing away their families so we can be with ours this Eid

The frontline heroes are doing their job, but at what cost? Due to fears of contamination, many doctors have separated themselves from their loving families to save them from the virus in case they were to catch it from work. Countless families will be spending Eid without their loved one as they would be performing their duty during that time.

What Can You Do for These Heroes?

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The best way to help them effectively beat Covid-19 is by staying indoors as much as possible. Spend Eid at home this year, do it to have many more Eids together in the future.

We wish you all a happy Eid Mubarak! Stay home & stay safe!

6 Celebrities Who Are Also Amazing Cooks

Every day when you log on to Instagram, you get to see your favorite celebrities posting pictures of them enjoying delicious food, and just like the rest of us, they even look adorable while indulging in their favorite dishes.

Then again, do you know them all that well?

Even though most of the celebrities we know are die-hard food addicts, but some of them are excellent cooks! Here we have put together a list of celebs who are not only good at acting or singing but are also amazing cooks.

Ali Zafar

The singer has described cooking to have a very calming therapeutic effect. Ali Zafar calls himself to be a food-addict, and although he can whip out a delicious omelet in minutes, he says that his favorite dish is Aloo ka paratha with Garam Chai.

Anoushey Ashraf

Anoushey calls herself the “Asal foodie.” She can cook fantastic food, and with her extreme knowledge of a different variety of foods, she is better than most of us.

Farhan Saeed

Yup! The amazing Pakistani singer is an excellent cook. His wife, Urwa Hocane, also posted a video of him making her a mouth-watering breakfast in the morning, and we couldn’t help but love the fact that he is not only a good cook but also a perfect hubby!

Mahira Khan

In an interview, Mahira Khan said that she eats “like there’s no tomorrow.” and loves eating “everything!” She can cook almost anything to perfection!

Ayesha Omer

The Bulbulay starlet loves cooking as much as she loves eating it.  She once said that she could eat 5-6 times a day!

Although you might be familiar with some of them, we bet you’re glad to know about this side of these beautiful celebs.

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We Asked Pakistanis The First Thing They’ll Do After Quarantine

Being stuck at home for an extended period certainly has its sets of challenges. However, most of us have gotten used to it whereas, some are still struggling. As people are now practicing social-distancing, they’re also missing the good old days. The majority of the people, however, are losing their favorite eateries!

We decided to ask our followers what they want to do when the lockdown ends and when the quarantine life is finally over. The results were hilarious, but some made so much sense! And yes, let’s face it, we’re all dying to meet our friends, party, and whatnot.

Check out what our followers had to say!

1.” Pray Shukrana ki nafil.”

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Absolutely.

2. “Long drive with friends.”

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Trips to Hyderabad or probably Karachi to Hyderabad! Soon!

3. “Repair my gaming PC.”

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People with broken laptops, PCs, and phones are struggling. We feel you, man!

4. “Travel to northern areas.”

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YASSSSS. Who doesn’t miss traveling? Such good old days!

5. “Eat Bahir se every single day!”

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The one discussion you have every single day. Missing your favorite eateries every single day! By the way, what are you missing?

6. “Go to the library and continue studies.”

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Such restrictions. We hope all of it ends soon.

7. “Go shop my heart out!”

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Of course! How can we forget the shopping sprees? Do any of you miss grocery shopping as well?

Let us know what you’ll do after quarantine in the comments below!

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Pakistanis Show The World What Generosity Looks Like During COVID-19

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The Coronavirus pandemic has got the world in a state of chaos and despair. To flatten the curve, meaning curb the spread of the virus, various countries, including Pakistan, have ordered a lockdown. A massive loss of economy follows the lockdown, but to save the people from getting infected by COVID-19, this measure has been implemented.

In a country like Pakistan, a considerable chunk of the population is working on a daily wage basis; however, due to the lockdown, these people are not able to earn and are therefore at a complete loss.

Prime Minister Imran Khan also mentioned in a recent address, “25% of the population cannot afford to eat two meals a day.”

This is where the Pakistani population, that can afford to sit at home during a lockdown rise. From celebrities, NGOs to countless individuals, everybody is working towards ensuring that all those who are unable to fend for themselves during this crisis receive a regular supply of food, water, and other essentials to survive through the pandemic. This sense of unity is a welcomed sight for the sore eyes.


Pakistanis have shown the world that even though we may not have the resources to match a first world country during this crisis, we have ample of hope, empathy, and positivity that will sail us through this turbulent time.

The generosity Pakistani people have shown in this critical time is true, worth applauding.

The I-Care Foundation, headed by two individuals, has been working towards helping people with whatever necessities they need. They collect donations and then pass it on to the needy. To get in touch with them, please visit www.i-care-foundation.org.

The Kiran Foundation has collaborated with ECC to empower the minorities affected during the pandemic through the ‘Dosti Ration Campaign.’ The areas they are working in are Lyari and beyond. Kudos to them for especially thinking about those who are often neglected.

Saylani Welfare Trust is offering the underprivileged suffering due to the virus the service of Roti Bank, where they can acquire cooked food free of cost. It’s an excellent initiative from Saylani Welfare.

 

Robin Hood Army has partnered with Orange Tree that seems to be set up with a Dubai bank for donations with IBAN codes. This collaboration can bring funds internationally, as well.

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Small home owned businesses are playing a considerable part in battling coronavirus in Pakistan. This home-based confectioner, “A whisk come true,” has decided to donate all proceeds from sales for ration.

 

Aamir Liaquat making food and distributing to the frontline workers helping keep us safe! Our people are full of beautiful surprises!

Maya Ali, a famous Pakistani actress, began giving out ‘ration’ bags to the needy and urged her followers to do the same. She says, “Humanity comes first.”

It is eminent to say that everyone is working together as a community to make sure no-one is left out without the necessities. Apart from ration bags, renowned designer Asim Jofa and Sweettooth owner, Umer Hussain, are both making protective gear and masks for our courageous frontline workers.

These doctors, nurses, and paramedics have been treating patients for COVID-19 with the bare essentials in some regions causing infections to spread in the medical community itself.

 

Are you aware of anyone working for the underprivileged during the Coronavirus outbreak in Pakistan? Share their details in the comments below.

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Rolls-Royce to Layoff 9,000 Employees Amidst Pandemic Crisis!

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British multinational engineering company, Rolls-Royce, has said it will cut 9,000 jobs due to the novel coronavirus.

Moreover, it warned that it might take several years for the airline industry to recover. The derby-based firm which manufactures plane engines said the pandemic has lead to the reduction to a fifth of its workforce.

“This is not a crisis of our making. But it is the crisis that we face and must deal with,” Chief Executive Officer of Rolls-Royce Holdings Warren East said.

Rolls-Royce had a total workforce of 52,000 employees globally. Mr. East told the BBC’s Today program that the company had not yet concluded on “exactly” where the job losses would be.

But he said: “It’s fair to say that of our civil aerospace business, approximately two-thirds of the total employees are in the UK at the moment, and that’s probably a good first proxy.”

Rolls-Royce civil aerospace workers

One of the workers at the Rolls-Royce’s civil aerospace division said that while he expected there would be job cuts, the final 9,000 figure came as a massive “shock.”

“Since the Covid-19 outbreak, we knew that business would shrink,” he said.

“This company has accepted public money to furlough thousands of workers,” said Unite’s assistant general secretary for manufacturing, Steve Turner.

“Unite, and Britain’s taxpayers deserve a more responsible approach to a national emergency. We call upon Rolls-Royce to step back from the brink and work with us on a better way through this crisis.” He added.

But Mr. East said: “No government can extend things like furlough schemes for years into the future. We have to look after ourselves and make sure we meet medium-term demand.”

Motorway Police Launches Online Training Course For Police

Pakistan’s Automotive Industry

On the other hand, Pakistan’s automotive industry is also facing something similar to what the aviation industry is going through.

The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (Pama) has recorded ‘0’ sales for the month because of the country-wide lockdown caused by the novel coronavirus.

Unfortunately for the local auto brands, the sector was already suffering from a 47% decline before the virus. After the government initiated the lockdown, the sales started to flunk even more.

Moreover, local assemblers, as per the government’s orders, had to shut down their factories and plants from 23rd March, and since then, productions have been halted.

Now that the government has eased the lockdown restrictions, making it easier for the smaller market and business owners to earn a living, there is still no telling when the local assemblers will be able to resume their production.

However, it is not yet clear how long it will take the industry to recover and get back on its feet.

Toyota & Honda Officially Resume Operations in Pakistan!

Vendors Warn Lay-Off

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Furthermore, vendors have warned laying-off at least 20% of their workforce asides not paying salaries to workers for April and May, whereas the automakers are keen on keeping their workforce intact.

Previously, the automotive industry giants reportedly reached out to the government asking for help so that they can get through this difficult time.

Automotive manufacturers and assemblers are demanding a waiver on minimum turnover tax for greenfield projects, the removal of Federal Excise Duty (FED) on sales and reduction of sales tax on imports.

They also want the government to introduce special rate incentives from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for plying new commercial vehicles to replace the older ones that will help save the environment as well.

Nonetheless, they are stressing that the government should shelve all other previous policies to provide them some relief.

We have now to see what the future holds for the auto sector.

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FBR Discovers Scam Worth Billions in Pakistan’s Automotive Industry!