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Gallup says industry share stagnating as gender, urban-rural gaps persist in labour force KARACHI: Pakistan’s employment landscape expanded significantly over the past four years, but a Gallup Pakistan analysis of labour force participation in 2024–25, released on Wednesday, highlights that much of this growth is concentrated in low-productivity and informal services rather than high-value industry. This trend raises concerns about the quality, sustainability and long-term economic impact of job creation. According to the report, employment climbed from 67.3 million in 2020–21 to 79.7 million in 2024–25, adding approximately 12.4 million workers to the labour force. While this reflects robust overall…

‘Single’ Zayn Malik shares whether he wants more kidsZayn Malik, who is already a father to a daughter, revealed that he wants to welcome more children in the future.During an appearance on the latest episode of Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast, the former One Direction member said he isn’t opposed to having more kids in the future, but he needs his daughter Kai’s approval before he does anything. When Alex asked Zayn whether he wants to welcome more kids in the future, the Die For Me singer replied, “I do. Yeah.””It’s not something that, like, I’m actively trying to…

Winds of change appear to be blowing through the political landscape, with recent developments suggesting that prolonged tension between the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and major stakeholders may be giving way to cautious engagement, according to sources familiar with the development. With some recent confidence-building measures, the PML-N led coalition government may establish a contact with incarcerated PTI leader Imran Khan, through Mehmood Khan Achakzai, the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, a key aide of PM disclosed to The Express Tribune on Wednesday. The move comes on the heels of a major development on Tuesday where K-P Chief…

BOI Federal Minister emphasised strengthening economic, investment cooperation between two countriesFederal Minister for Investment and Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh. PHOTO: FILE ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for the Board of Investment (BOI) Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh welcomed a delegation from Kyan, Saudi Arabia, during its visit to Pakistan. The delegation participated in the “Indus AI Week” organised by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication. The federal minister highlighted the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and emphasised the importance of further strengthening economic and investment cooperation between the two countries. The Kyan delegation expressed keen interest…

Tumbler Ridge tragedy: Nine killed, 25 injured after school shooting in British ColumbiaA devastating shooting occurred at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in north-eastern British Columbia, Canada. Reports indicate that at least nine are dead, including the suspected shooter. Another two people were found dead at a separate location, which police believe is connected to the incident.According to police officials, an active shooter was at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School around 1:20 p.m. Tuesday local time, responding officers found nine dead and dozens injured. In line with a statement from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), another person died while being transported…

Ariana Madix says she’s never turned to dating apps, but she still has advice for anyone looking for love.The 40-year-old Vanderpump Rules alum shared her two cents on the topic while speaking during her latest campaign with Fresh Step and Best Friends Animal Society. As she made the admission that she has “never been on a dating app,” she encouraged singles to enjoy the process of dating.“I’d say have fun,” Madix said. “Of course, you wanna find the love of your life… but at the same time, I think maybe have fun along the way.” She added that dating can help…

She is conferred prestigious award at US Congress event for her contributions to music, cultural advocacy KARACHI: Internationally acclaimed Pakistani Sufi opera singer Saira Peter has been honoured at the “She Leads the Nations” Global Summit, held at the United States Congress in Washington DC, in recognition of her contributions to music and cultural advocacy. The global summit brought together women leaders, experts and prominent personalities from across the world, including the United States, representing fields such as government, media, business, education, health, defence and culture. The initiative was founded by Liz Doyle as an international extension of the She…

ITV has confirmed that the British Soap Awards will not air in 2026. This marks the second time the long-running ceremony has been put on pause in recent years. “The British Soap Awards is taking a break and won’t be on air in 2026,” the broadcaster said in a statement. The event traditionally airs in early summer and brings together stars from Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and EastEnders to celebrate achievements across British soap television.Hosted by Jane McDonald since 2023, the awards returned in 2025 after previously being cancelled in 2024 without explanation. The comeback ceremony, held at London’s Hackney Empire, had raised expectations…

A large number of people purchase kites in connection with the upcoming Basant festival in the provincial capital. PHOTO: APP LAHORE: The Lahore High Court has sought replies from the federal government, the capital city police officer (CCPO) and the Punjab home secretary on a petition seeking action against officials whose alleged negligence caused deaths of six people and injuries to 124 others during Basant celebrations. During the hearing by Justice Awais Khalid, a law officer informed the court that improved government measures had been taken. However, the counsel for the petitioner argued that less casualties had been caused due…

A video of an elderly woman accidentally taking Rihanna’s cart at Los Angeles grocery store has gone viral.The video seen by over a million people on social media suggests the woman thought it was her own cart before realizing it was Rihanna’s. Rihanna shared a giggle with the elderly woman over the incident. The singer was accompanied by her guard and chef during the grocery shopping. The video sparked some funny reactions on social media. “Imagine being in the fruit section and Rhianna is just there,” wrote a fan commenting on the elderly woman’s reaction.”That’s so funny, I can just imagine…