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12/12/2025

Some Arctic warming ‘irreversible’ even if we cut atmospheric CO2,
Efforts to lower the levels of CO2 in the atmosphere may come too late to prevent long-term changes to the Arctic

12/12/2025

Mars may once have had a much larger moon,
There are two small moons in orbit around Mars today, but both may be remnants of a much larger moon that had enough of a gravitational pull to drive tides in the Red Planet's lost lakes and seas

12/12/2025

De-extinction was big news in 2025 – but didn't live up to the hype,
Biologists poured cold water on Colossal Biosciences’ claim to have brought the dire wolf back from extinction, and some worry the overblown headlines will undermine conservation work

12/12/2025

Test your brain on these mind-bending scientific riddles,
A bizarre Christmas dinner invitation, some mysterious carol singers and even a spot of charades. Can you solve all 12 of our unique festive riddles?

12/12/2025

The 33 best books, films, games and TV to entertain you this Christmas,
Our writers and contributors have chosen their favourite ever science-y books, films, TV shows, music, video games, board games and more to see you through the festive period

26/09/2025

Is Silicon Valley Still the Tech Capital?,
On this special episode of Uncanny Valley recorded in front of a live audience in San Francisco, our hosts discuss Silicon Valley's history and future.

26/09/2025

Broadcast TV Is a 'Melting Ice Cube.’ Kimmel Just Turned Up the Heat,
After Sinclair and Nexstar pulled Jimmy Kimmel off air, the old affiliate model looks shakier than ever. Even Disney might do better without broadcast.

26/08/2025

150,000 relocated to safety amid Sutlej River floods,

ISLAMABAD: Nearly 150,000 people have been relocated to safer areas in Punjab’s flood-prone districts after early warnings from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) about rising water levels in the Sutlej River, officials said on Tuesday

Acting on the NDMA’s advance alerts, the Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) launched large-scale evacuation operations, deploying emergency response teams and placing all relevant departments on high alert to protect lives and property.

According to NDMA data, evacuations include 89,868 people from Bahawalnagar, 14,140 from Kasur, 2,063 from Okara, 873 from Pakpattan, 361 from Bahawalpur, and 165 from Vehari. The authority added that around 40,000 residents had already moved to safer locations soon after initial warnings.

Read More: India releases more water into Sutlej River, flood alert issued

The NDMA has directed institutions and emergency services to remain on high alert and urged citizens to stay away from rivers, streams, and low-lying areas, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow safety guidelines disseminated via TV, radio, mobile alerts, and the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert app.

26/08/2025

Utility Stores: ECC to ‘okay’ package for employees today – Pakistan,

ISLAMABAD: A special financial package for employees of the Utility Stores Corporation is expected to be approved today (Tuesday) by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC), ARY News reported, citing sources.

As per details, the Ministry of Industries is prepared to present the proposal to the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) in today’s meeting for approval.

Sources indicate that the ministry has requested a Rs27 billion package for Utility Stores employees. The summary will likely be tabled during today’s ECC meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb.

The ECC is set to deliberate on a four-point agenda during the meeting. Key items include:

1. Approval of a Rs11 billion technical supplementary grant for the state-run television broadcaster.

2. Review of the summary for refinery upgrades under the Pakistan Oil Refining Policy 2023.

Read more: Utility stores shut down across Pakistan

3. Discussion on tariff-related matters concerning the White Pipeline project from Thallian to Taru Jabba.

4. Consideration of a proposal to provide relief in the Captive Transition Levy for electricity consumers.

In July, the federal government formally shut down all utility stores across the country following the approval from Prime Minister (PM) Shhebaz Sharif and Utility Stores Corporation (USC).

According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Industries and Production, all sorts of sales and purchase have been closed on utility stores.

The federal government had set 31st July, 2025 as the official deadline to close down the stores. The decision was taken in a high-level meeting held on 28th June on the directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

26/08/2025

406 people die, 245 injured in KP rainfall and flash floods: PDMA,

PESHAWAR: PDMA Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday said that 406 people have died and 245 injured in rainfall and flash floods in the province.

“The death toll included 167 women and 108 children,” Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) KP has stated in its update on losses.

PDMA in a factsheet has said that 245 people have injured in various incidents in the province including 121 men, 92 women and 32 children.

According to the PDMA, the death toll of flooding in district Buner has soared to 237, the highest death toll in the affected areas. Moreover, 128 people injured in the disaster-hit district.

Flooding claimed 42 lives in Swabi district, 36 lives in Shangla and 25 in Mansehra, PDMA said.

PDMA stated that in rain-related incidents in Bajaur 22 people died, while 20 died in flooding in Swat.

The rainfall and flash floods damaged overall 2810 properties in which 2136 houses partially damaged, while 674 structures were thoroughly destroyed in the natural calamity, PDMA said.

According to PDMA report, maximum 1469 houses damaged by flooding in Buner district.

According to the PDMA, 324 educational institutions were affected in recent rainfall, including 18 schools completely destroyed and 306 others partially damaged.

Moreover, 5916 livestock also perished in rainfall and flash floods.

26/08/2025

Pakistan Railways to launch new Rawalpindi-Islamabad train service,

LAHORE: Pakistan Railways has decided to introduce a new train service between Islamabad and Rawalpindi to facilitate daily commuters.

The decision was taken during a high-level meeting at Railways Headquarters in Lahore, chaired by Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi and attended by Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi.

The meeting reviewed the overall security situation of Pakistan Railways, with a particular focus on safeguarding railway lines and operations in Balochistan. Officials briefed the ministers on measures being implemented to strengthen security across the network.

A joint crackdown against encroachments on railway land was also approved. It was decided that the National Constabulary, in coordination with Railways Police, will actively participate in anti-encroachment operations. The Interior Minister assured full cooperation of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) in these efforts.

Speaking at the meeting, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said all necessary measures would be taken to ensure foolproof security of railway tracks and trains, stressing that passenger safety remains the government’s top priority. He also commended recent initiatives to improve Pakistan Railways’ performance.

Read More: Pakistan Railways announces bullet train between Karachi and Lahore

Minister for Railways Hanif Abbasi thanked the Interior Minister for his continued support, particularly in facilitating the anti-encroachment campaign.

The meeting was also attended by Pakistan Railways CEO Amir Ali Baloch, IG Railways Police Rai Tahir, and other senior officials.

26/08/2025

100 more electric buses dispatched to Pakistan from China,

LAHORE: A fresh fleet of 100 modern electric buses has been dispatched from China to Pakistan, ARY News reported.

As per details, the fresh fleet is on its way to Pakistan from Shanghai Sea Port and is expected to arrive in Punjab within the next few weeks.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced that by December, modern electric buses will be operating in every district of Punjab.

Highlighting the affordability of the initiative, she stated that the fare for these state-of-the-art electric buses will be just Rs. 20.

Maryam Nawaz added that the public will soon have access to a comfortable and modern transportation system, marking a major step toward eco-friendly urban mobility across the province.

Read more: Lahore gets 11 electric buses from China

Earlier this year in February, Lahore received 11 electric buses from China.

In the first phase, a total of 27 buses were introduced as part of a pilot project.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated the electric bus service on February 19.

The charging station for the new buses is located in Lahore’s Green Town area. Each bus has a seating capacity of 60 passengers, providing a modern and environmentally friendly commuting option for the city.

The transport company responsible for the project handed over all buses to the Punjab Transport Department for operations.

Additionally, tenders were issued for bus services in Faisalabad and Bahawalpur, indicating further expansion of the eco-friendly initiative across Punjab.

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