Opposition lawmakers in the Sindh Assembly rejected proposed changes to the Local Government Act on Saturday. They argued that allowing mayors and chairmen to stay in office after their terms violates the constitution. The group also demanded that all powers be transferred to elected representatives within 120 days.
Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock are reuniting for a sequel to the 1998 film Practical Magic. The new movie will be directed by Susanne Bier and filmed in Southern England instead of coastal Massachusetts. Production has shifted away from the original setting where the first film was made.
A study analyzed responses from nearly 900 scientists who received career development grants from the US National Institutes of Health. Researchers found that the most successful early-career investigators often depend on a network of mentors rather than a single advisor. These mentors provide different roles such as advising on research, securing grants, and offering emotional support.
Ten older women with osteoporosis received an infusion of their own modified bone-marrow cells in a small clinical trial. Before the treatment, participants suffered fractures every year or two, but after receiving the therapy, breaks from low-impact trauma occurred only once per decade on average. The study reported to Cell found that this one-time cell therapy sustained high efficacy for several years without side effects.
Enflame Technology shares rose 179 percent on their first day of trading on the Shanghai stock exchange. The Tencent-backed company opened at 410 yuan and closed at 397 yuan after reaching a peak of 475 yuan. This listing gives the firm a market capitalization of 170.9 billion yuan.
A global cybersecurity company released a new survey showing that 86 percent of small and medium size businesses experienced at least one cyber incident in the past year. The report identifies phishing attacks, software exploits, and ransomware as the most damaging threats cited by respondents. Financial loss was reported by 22 percent of participants, while data theft remained a primary focus for attackers.
Sisters Sydney and Devon Lee Carlson attended the Ralph Lauren spring/summer 2027 show in Tribeca. They wore Western-inspired suede fringe and riding boots to match the event's Americana theme. The sisters joined other celebrities like Viola Davis and Cynthia Erivo in the front row.
Blizzard Entertainment and Netflix announced an animated television series based on the Diablo franchise during BlizzCon 2026 in Anaheim. Blizzard President Johanna Faries revealed the project is set in the world of Sanctuary, where humanity faces conflict between the High Heavens and Burning Hells. The first game in the franchise launched in 1996.
AC Milan recovered from a two-goal deficit to hold Lazio to a 2-2 draw in Rome on Saturday. Belgium winger Diego Moreira scored both goals for the visitors after coming on as a substitute at half-time. The result ended Lazio's unbeaten start to the Serie A season while placing AC Milan fifth on eight points.
The Rawalpindi Development Authority sealed apartments at Mid City Apartments on Service Road in Mouza Gangal. An enforcement team assisted by Punjab Police removed unauthorized offices, restaurants, and penthouses during the operation. Officials stated the action followed the Punjab Development of Cities Act, 1976, and RDA zoning regulations.
