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Experts have recommended storing olive oil in a cool, dry place away from light and heat and ensuring the container is tightly sealed after each use. Incorporating olive oil into a balanced and healthy diet can provide several health benefits, including the following: Protection of heart health One of the most notable health benefits of olive oil is its high content of monounsaturated fats, particularly oleic acid, which has been linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases. These healthy fats help reduce inflammation and can positively influence blood cholesterol levels, supporting overall heart health. A scientific study found that…

A global alliance of over 40 cities was launched in Beijing on Wednesday as part of efforts to enhance multilateral cooperation on the digital economy. The Global Digital Economy Cities Alliance was initiated by Beijing – alongside partner cities in Europe, North America, the Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Latin America – during the Global Digital Economy Conference 2025, which opened on the same day. The alliance aims to institutionalize multilateral collaboration beyond bilateral projects, focusing on key issues such as digital infrastructure, cross-border data governance, AI ethics and smart city applications. The move follows the launch of Beijing’s Global…

China’s first batch of green methanol produced from urban waste was refueled into a conventional diesel vessel at Yangpu Port in south China’s island province of Hainan on Wednesday, marking a milestone in the domestic green shipping industry. The green methanol is produced by China BlueChemical Ltd. (China BlueChem), affiliated with China National Offshore Oil Corporation, using biogas generated from the fermentation of urban kitchen waste, animal manure and other wastes as raw materials. The injection of the green methanol amounting to 200 tonnes can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 325 tonnes, equivalent to the carbon sink effect of…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on youth and students’ federations to adhere to the right political orientation, deepen reform and innovation, and, under the Party’s leadership, score new achievements on the new journey. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, made the remarks in a congratulatory letter to a session of the All-China Youth Federation and a congress of the All-China Students’ Federation, which opened in Beijing Wednesday morning. On behalf of the CPC Central Committee, Xi extended congratulations and greetings to young people of all…

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on youth and students’ federations to adhere to the right political orientation, deepen reform and innovation, and score new achievements under the Party’s leadership on the new journey in a congratulatory letter to a session of the All-China Youth Federation and a congress of the All-China Students’ Federation, which opened in Beijing on Wednesday morning. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, has attached great importance to young people. Below are some quotes from Xi in recent years on this regard.

BAJAUR : At least five people were martyred and 11 others sustained injuries after a powerful improvised explosive device (IED) blast targeted a double-cabin official vehicle near the Sadiqueabad crossing in Khar Tehsil of Bajaur district. The explosion occurred near a Phatak Mela where an official convoy, including Assistant Commissioner Nawagai and Tehsildar Waqil Khan, was present along with police personnel. The IED was planted near the vehicle and detonated as the officials were passing by. According to hospital sources, the deceased include Assistant Commissioner Nawagai, Tehsildar Waqil Khan, a police subedar, and a constable. The injured, several in critical…

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council to take urgent steps to resolve the Kashmir dispute, said the country’s permanent representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad. The remarks from Ahmad came as Pakistan took over the council’s presidency for July. He said that the long-standing issue of Kashmir is causing serious tensions between Pakistan and India. Speaking at a packed press conference at the UN headquarters in New York, he said it was time for the world to act and not let the matter gather dust. “It is time that this (Kashmir dispute) be…

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump urged Iran-backed Hamas on Tuesday to agree to what he called a “final proposal” for a 60-day ceasefire with Israel in Gaza that will be delivered by mediating officials from Qatar and Egypt. In a social media post, Trump said his representatives had a “long and productive” meeting with Israeli officials about Gaza. He did not identify his representatives but US special envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance had been due to meet Ron Dermer, a senior adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump said Israel has agreed to the conditions to finalize…

Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has set a new all-time record, reaching its highest-ever level at the start of the trading week. For the first time, the PSX 100-Index crossed the 129,000-point mark. During intra-day trading, the index witnessed a sharp gain of over 1,300 points. By the close of the trading session, the 100-Index had surged by 1,335 points, closing at 129,534 points. According to market experts, this bullish trend is driven by increasing investor confidence and improving economic indicators in the country.

ISLAMABAD : The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast hot and humid conditions to continue across most parts of the country on Wednesday, with chances of rain, wind, and thundershowers at isolated locations in northern and upper regions. In Islamabad, residents can expect humid and partly cloudy weather, with a 35 percent probability of rain and thunderstorms in the capital and surrounding areas. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, partly cloudy skies will dominate, while intermittent rain and thundershowers may occur in isolated areas including Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Malakand, Bajaur, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Peshawar, and Kohat. Punjab will remain mainly hot…