Facebook to restore audio, video call option to main app

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Facebook has decided to bring back the audio and video call option to the main app. According to a report by Bloomberg, the feature will allow users to make video or audio calls to their Facebook friends via the main Facebook app. The feature is expected to be introduced soon. Chats, however, are not being brought back to the main app and users will still have to download Messenger if they wish to chat with Facebook friends.

Earlier versions of Facebook had allowed users to chat with friends while browsing the app. In 2011, Facebook split up the feature and introduced the Messenger app for communications.

Most Facebook users adapted to this change and separately downloaded the Messenger app for communications, however, it seems that Facebook has decided that Messenger wasn’t the best idea after all. Facebook’s Director of Product for Messenger Connor Hayes stated that initially, the changes will be rolled out for a select few users in the US.

It is expected that it will take a while for the feature to make its way to more users around the world.

Mehwish Hayat’s new haircut video goes viral

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Pakistani superstar Mehwish Hayat has gotten a new haircut for the year 2021 despite most of her of fans suggesting that she should grow her hair longer. Taking to Instagram, the Punjab Nahi Jaungi actor shared a video of her hair transformation and thanked her hairstylist for the new look.

Sharing the video, Mehwish said, “Thank you for such a beautiful haircut @waryam942! I know that most of you suggested I should grow my hair longer but I needed to get rid of dead hair and desperately needed a change of look.”

She also asked her millions of fans to give a feedback to her new change. “What do you think?? Fans and fellow showbiz stars flooded the comment section and praised ‘gorgeous’ Mehwish Hayat for the new look.

The endearing post has won the hearts of the fans on social media.

Pakistan dominate second Test, set West Indies 329-run target

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Pakistan’s Shaheen Shah Afridi grabbed career best figures as the tourists dominated with bat and ball on the fourth day of the second and final test against West Indies at Sabina Park  to put themselves on course to square the series.

Shaheen took 6-51 as the visitors bowled West Indies out for 150 shortly after lunch to ensure a 152-run first innings lead and then sped to 176-6 before declaring their second innings, to set the home side a target of 329 to win the test.

 

West Indies were 49-1 at the close in a test that has already lost a full day to bad weather yet still looks likely to produce a result. Pakistan still need nine wickets while the home side require 280 runs in what would be a record-breaking run chase at the Jamaican venue.

Pakistan, beaten by one wicket in the first test, applied an aggressive approach throughout the day, as West Indies resumed on their overnight score of 39-3, with Shaheen well supported by Mohammad Abbas, who took 3-44. Nkrumah Bonner, who was 18 not out overnight, top scored for the home team with 37.

Pakistan then wasted no time looking to set their hosts an imposing target, changing their batting order to take on the air of a limited overs lineup. Abid Ali came out swinging and helped the tourists race to 70-1 in the 10th over before he was caught in the gully off Alzarri Joseph for 29.

Fellow opener Imran Butt scored 37 off 44 balls and captain Babar Azam chimed in with a quick 33 runs, declaring when he holed out to long-on. Pakistan’s 176 second innings runs came off only 27.2 overs and with a further 138 overs left in the test, they have given themselves ample time to bowl out West Indies and square the series.

Shaheen continued his heroics near the end of the day’s play with a direct throw that ran out Kieran Powell for 23 as the visitors lost the first wicket of their second innings. Captain Kraigg Brathwaite (17 not out) and nightwatchman Alzarri Joseph, fulfilling the role for a second successive day, will resume on Tuesday.

Sadaf Kanwal turns designer, launching clothing line

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Sadaf Kanwal will soon have a clothing label in her name. The model has shared the news on Instagram.

“Very proud to announce my very own fashion line,” Sadaf wrote, sharing a teaser. The same teaser was shared by her husband and actor Shahroz Sabzwari.

Sadaf said the venture is “close to her heart” and requested her fans and followers for prayers.

Several celebrities, including model Mehreen Syed, expressed excitement at Sadaf’s post and said they are waiting for her label’s launch.

Sadaf has joined the list of celebrities who run their own clothing or beauty lines.

 

Pak-Turk Joint Project on the life of Salahuddin Ayyubi launched

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Pakistan and Turkey are collectively bringing a period drama on the life of Salahuddin Ayyubi.A great warrior and founder of the Ayyubid Dynasty, Salahuddin, also known as Saladin is one of the most celebrated Muslim rules around the world.

The series will jointly be produced by Pakistan’s Ansari & Shah Films and Emre Konuk, owner of Turkey’s Akli Films.After the official announcement, Turkish producer Emre Konuk turned to his Twitter on Saturday dubbed the agreement prolific on a ‘blessed Friday night.’

“A happy news on a blessed Friday night! Contract signed between Akli Films and Ansari&Shah Films about ‘Sultan Selahaddin Ayyubi’,” Konuk tweeted.

Adnan Siddiqui also took to his Instagram on Saturday and expressed his excitement for the upcoming project.

“Taking our commitment to strengthen ties with Turkey further, we embark on a new chapter of this friendship that, we hope, would lead to exchange of fabulous ideas and talent. It’s a win win for our industries and our audience who should look forward some good content coming their way,” wrote the actor.

“Have collaborated with ….. to produce a magnum opus on the great warrior king, Salahuddin Ayyubi. Please partake in our happiness,” he concluded.

 

iPads, android tablets to soon be allowed as WhatsApp’s linked devices

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Latest media reports on WhatsApp , says the multimedia messaging app is adding multi-device support to now include iPads. Years after the service’s launch, its beta version today has revealed it will work on an iPad.

WhatsApp allows both iPhone and Android users to use the service but currently, it doesn’t have native app operation available on iPads. As per the beta version being tested as we speak, things will soon change.

WABetainfo revealed in its tweet that “multi-device 2.0” is included in the latest beta underway with WhatsApp. The feature enables WhatsApp to be used across multiple devices, including in a browser and desktop, but not with a native WhatsApp app for iPad OS.

Thus, instead of using a browser to access WhatsApp, the second-generation version of the feature will use a native version of the app for iPad OS to enable multi-device support.

It is claimed the iPad version will work independently, though conversations should also synchronize between the iPhone and iPad as well.Though mentioned in the beta, there’s no separate iPad OS app for testing yet.

 

Will Punjab Govt. impose ban on entry of TikTokers, YouTubers to parks?

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The Punjab government has decided to ban the entry of TikTokers and YouTubers to the parks across the province, it emerged Monday. Only national media will reportedly be allowed to shoot videos in parks.

The development comes after multiple incidents of violence and harassment against women came to light in parks during public holidays in the province. Content creators are usually seen in public places making videos for their followers.

In one such scenario, a TikToker was groped and assaulted by a mob of around 400 men in Greater Iqbal Park on Independence Day while she was recording a video for her channel. The assault sparked anger across the country.

Sources said that permission to make videos for social media will be conditional on the submission of a script in advance, while security personnel deployed at the parks will monitor Tiktokers and YouTubers.

According to the sources, the Punjab government has also decided to ban entry without family in all major parks while students in school and college uniforms will not be allowed to enter parks either. The sources said, however, that Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar would give final approval to this ban.

 

 

Xiaomi’s Redmi 10 will be the next style-icon!

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Xiaomi is launching another phone under the umbrella of it’s Redmi series. Named as the Redmi 10, the phone  will be launched in Pakistan very soon; a confirmed date is still unknown. The mobile will be equipped with striking features and crazy specifications. The tentative price of this mobile from Xiaomi might be starting from Rs 35,000- 36,000.

In addition to this, the upcoming phone is rumored to be powered by a Octa-core (4×2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4×1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) processor that will let you enjoy a smooth and faster performance. Also, you will be able to access multiple applications and play intense graphics games without any lags or interruptions. Moreover, the phone is rumored to  have 4 GB of RAM and about 64 GB of internal storage. Space constraints is something you will not have to be worried about while saving your files such as videos, music, documents, and more.

It is expected that this upcoming phone will come with a 6.53 inches (16.58 cm) display that will have a resolution of 1080 x 2340 Pixels. Which is why you will have an immersive viewing experience while playing games or watching videos.

Talking about the optics, the upcoming Xiaomi phone is likely to come with a Single camera setup on the rear. It is rumored to have about a 50 MP camera that will let you click some amazing pictures. Some of the features included on the back camera setup might include Auto Flash, Digital Zoom, Face detection and Touch to focus. The mobile is rumored to come with a 13 MP front camera for clicking some crazy selfies and making video calls.

The Xiaomi Redmi 10, allegedly will run the Android v10 (Q) operating system and will be housing a 5900 mAh battery. This will let you use the phone for a longer time period while listening to songs, watching movies, playing games, and more.

Various connectivity options on the Xiaomi Redmi 10 might include WiFi – Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11, a/ac/b/g/n, Mobile Hotspot, Bluetooth – Yes, v5.0, and 5G supported by device, 4G, 3G, 2G. The sensors on the smartphone might include Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass.

According to the rumours, the dimensions of this phone are going to be around 162.3 mm x 77.2 mm x 8.9 mm; and it might weigh approximately 199 grams.

State Bank of Pakistan will launch new data portal SAAD

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The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced today that it will launch a new data portal SBP Asaan Adaad (SAAD) focused on economic development indicators.

The new portal will enable users to easily access, visualize and download the economic data covering monetary, the balance of payments and other sectors of the economy, SBP said on its Twitter handle.

Dua Malik, Sohail Haider welcome a baby boy

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Pakistani celebrity couple Dua Malik and Sohail Haider welcomed a baby boy, announced by Dua Malik on social media. Dua Malik took to Instagram and shared a story where she announced the birth of her son. She wrote “Blessed with baby boy”.

Dua Malik’s sister Humaima Malick also shared an Instagram story and said “Mubarak Mubarak Mubarak. Allhumdullilah my sister @duamalik blessed with a baby boy. Another beautiful addition to our family.”

She further said “All duas for your son @duamalik @sohailhaider” followed by an emoji ‘It’s a boy!”

Sohail Haider is a popular singer who got popularity from his melodious OST for the historical drama serial Dastaan, and Dua Malik is an anchor, Life Coach, Therapist, and motivational Speaker. The couple got married in 2014 and together they have three adorable kids including their newborn baby boy.It is noteworthy here that last year Dua Malik had hinted at quitting the showbiz.