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Research suggests that the ratio between the ring and index fingers may be linked to certain personality traits.

Sreenanda, first-year student living in Mattannur, India, had been under treatment for 10 days before her death.

The joint military exercise comes amid rising global tensions, with Trump disrupting traditional Western alliances

Baylee Littrell earns an unanimous vote for advancement, after the father-son duet leave judges in awe.

Everyone gets nervous in front of the camera and sometimes forgets their words: Sarfaraz Ahmed

An oil tanker and cargo ship collided off northeastern England, setting both vessels on fire, with thick smoke seen

Meghan Markle’s Netflix series With Love, Meghan receives poor reviews, leading to concerns over contract renewal.

Opposition leader also criticises govt's handling of the economy, claiming corruption had reached unprecedented levels

India leads with six players, followed by New Zealand with four, and Afghanistan with two.

Nearly 1,500 killed in Syria since Thursday, with most casualties being civilians, reports the Syrian Observatory

PCB officials expressed their frustration over being overlooked during the ceremony.

Ministry of Religious Affairs’ spokesperson says initiative seeks to curb the rise of blasphemy incidents.

Shehbaz Sharif says only 20% of funds withdrawn from digital wallets, blaming low awareness for the poor uptake.

Initial symptoms include severe headaches, fever, nausea, neck stiffness, and unconsciousness, often leading to death

Notification issued by the provincial government confirms that the advance salaries will be disbursed on March 21

Hailey Bieber’s rep denies TikTok influencer's claim that she liked a post mocking Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco.

Ravindra Jadeja dismissed retirement rumours with a viral 4-word post after India's Champions Trophy 2025 win.

Here's what might be causing it.

SIUE earns first automatic bid for March Madness bracket 2025 with OVC title win. NCAA tournament field updates.

Since June 2024, the SBP has reduced the policy rate by a total of 1,000 basis points (bps)

Nude nails? We don't know her!

Opposition raised slogans and held up placards, disrupting the session as soon as the president began speaking.

Aaron Judge reassures Yankees fans as Gerrit Cole battles elbow discomfort, raising concerns over team’s 2025 season.

Twitter outage affects users globally for over 30 minutes, cause unclear; Elon Musk has yet to comment.

Railway minister assured that improvements in railway services would soon be visible. 

The chenda plays, the bells ring and 'the sun is up' once again for the ‘Big Dawgs’ singer

Rebecca Gayheart asks to dismiss divorce petition from Eric Dane after seven years.

Fans criticise PCB over host team’s exit from tournament without winning a single match.

Petitioners contend that it undermines separation of powers and weakens legal protections against human rights abuses.

Liverpool FC will reunite with Adidas in a multi-year deal, replacing Nike as the club’s official supplier from 2025.

Celebratory riots in Mhow left several injured, as violence erupted during India’s ICC Champions Trophy win rally.

BTS J-Hope teams up with TWICE’s Nayeon and Momo for a ‘Sweet Dreams’ challenge, delighting 3rd-gen K-pop fans.

The strike is linked to pay disputes, with key airports completely shutting down operations.

Garner's long-term boyfriend, John Miller, spotted at her house, sending a clear message that they are still together.

Sleepmaxxing, a TikTok trend to optimise sleep with routines and tools, raises expert concerns.

119 minutes that you'll never get back!

Killing stray dogs is illegal and a violation of court orders, says animal rights activist Sarah Gandapur.

New taxation proposals, including carbon levies, are under review in the latest talks.

Falcons extend Jake Matthews through 2028, but may lose center Drew Dalman in free agency as teams show interest.

Anushka cheered for her husband and the Indian team from the stands throughout the match.

Director Paul Feig addresses speculation about Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's rumored feud.

Trump’s tariff threats and recession talk fuel market jitters ahead of key inflation data releases.

Rachel Zegler stuns in Paolo Sebastian gown at Snow White Tokyo premiere, featuring 'magic mirror' and heart motifs.

Unannounced power outages during sehri have disrupted daily routines

Detective Melissa Mercado under review by NYPD after appearing in rapper S-Quire’s viral music video.

A comprehensive and efficient urban transit system is being developed for Karachi, says Sharjeel Memon

Her statement suggests growing dissatisfaction with her digital footprint.

Supporters waved flags and held ‘Stop the Steal’ signs as Yoon returned to his presidential residence.

Critics accuse 'Another Simple Favor' team of staging crowd support amid ongoing legal drama.

Says people in uniform and without stood united, showing courage, resilience, national resolve

Pakistan’s defence is 'completely impregnable' against external aggression, COAS assures on Marka-e-Haq's anniversary

What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf

India's Rafale dream shattered in combat

The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy

Behind cinematic mask, Meena Kumari emerges as a haunted poet; Tanha Chand traces solitude, longing, and resilience

Naqvi meets Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs as both sides agree to boost ties

Four policemen martyred in Bannu suicide bombing

Naqvi signed on behalf of the Government of Pakistan, while Ahmed signed on behalf of the Bangladeshi government

Pak mission in US marks Marka-e-Haq anniversary

Strait of Hormuz calm after days of sporadic attacks

The India-Pakistan showdown revealed how quickly perception battles can spiral into strategic instability

It thrills, it dazzles, it remembers—but does it truly reveal Michael Jackson?

In a culture that demands explanations, learning to stop justifying yourself can be liberating and reclaim your peace

As inflation climbs, grocery lists are shrinking, another item you can’t afford this week -- sounds familiar?

Saudi energy giant posts 25% jump in quarterly profit even as Hormuz blockade chokes global oil supplies

Various proposals relating to fiscal support, trade facilitation and sector-specific incentives were reviewed

KSE-100 index gains 8,122 points despite widening of trade deficit to $32b

Seeks stronger financing support in meeting with commerce minister

FPCCI cites 10-year tax break in SEZs, Punjab's 'food basket' status to woo investors

Only 13% in Pakistan worried about AI replacing their work, survey finds

Production was ramped up in stages since its commissioning on February 25, 2026

MoITT aims to upskill millions; infrastructure, quality concerns loom

Express interest in assembly, battery manufacturing as govt finalises EV Battery Policy

LCCI urges lower energy costs, SME zones as planning minister eyes $100b by 2035

Rs230b in new taxes; PM seeks relief for salaried class, corporate sector

Price of gold per tola declines by Rs400 in Pakistan

Heavyweight stocks drag KSE-100 down by 1,778 points on Strait of Hormuz conflict

Tax shocks, weak enforcement, price gaps cause Rs350b annual tax revenue loss

Petrochemical, plastic sectors need policy stability for investment, says minister

Far-right lawmaker says proposal aims to cancel 1993 agreement, expand settlements in West Bank

What satellite images, damaged bases & mysterious strike revealed about the fragility of US military order in the Gulf

The May Pak-India conflict forced US to rethink: Islamabad is once again a pivotal player in its regional strategy

Iran's missiles are 'locked on American targets' as ceasefire frays around the Strait of Hormuz

Strait of Hormuz calm after days of sporadic attacks

Iran’s oil output is falling under blockade pressure, and storage may run out within two months

Rumours emerge after viral Facebook post falsely claims Pfizer Covid jab causes hantavirus pulmonary infection

Amazon rainforest loses vast acreage yearly, with 90% cleared land converted to cattle pasture

Human rights group Adalah says it will monitor to ensure the release goes ahead

First cruise-ship hantavirus outbreak kills three, infects eight; new safety protocols needed fast.

Trump threatens ‘Project Freedom Plus’ if Iran deal fails

UN says 81% of Gaza structures were destroyed in war, devastating its economy as well since 2023

Legal procedures against the detainees ongoing, while search and investigation operations underway

Criticises European institutions, leaders as 'weak' for failing to examine attack

Says global crises require inclusive EU, stressing Turkiye remains 'indispensable' partner for Europe's future

The duo was involved in a physical clash during training

The young opener struck an unbeaten 85 as the visitors reached 179-1 at stumps

Mesloub gave Lens a 1-0 win over Nantes

They secured a 115-108 win to take 2-1 lead in NBA playoffs

It was a third successive start in the pack

He fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead

Authority says the year would end over a month early

He slumped to an early elimination against Dino Prizmic

The duo was involved in a physical clash during training

The tournament will take place between June 11 and July 19

She defeated Caty McNally 6-1, 6-7 (5/7), 6-3

USM host the first match on Saturday in front of a 50,000 crowd

It will be the first time that a N Korean sports team has played in the South since 2018

Tennis's body said its stance remained unchanged despite IOC decision

The hosts reached 301-4 at stumps on day 1