WhatsApp ditches ‘Typing' indicator for animated bubble, users not happy

WhatsApp ditches ‘Typing’ indicator for animated bubble, users not happy

WhatsApp users are expressing frustration over a new update that replaces the traditional “typing…” message with a more animated chat bubble, Daily Mail reported. The change, which many say was implemented without proper notification, has drawn widespread criticism on social media. The update removes the static “typing…” indicator, replacing it with an animated bubble that appears below…

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The stocks had retreated two days back due to political instability, with the market suffering an over 3,500-point crash after PTI's march on Islamabad turned violent. However, it bounced back to surge by more than 4,600 points and close at 99,269.25, soon after the party had called off its protest following a government crackdown on protesters. Market experts credited the historic achievement to several factors, particularly the government's unwavering commitment to implementing reforms. Samiullah Tariq, the head of research at Pak-Kuwait Investment Company, told Thenews.com.pk that a fall in yields and lower inflation expectations are also driving the market. Inflation is projected to slow to 5.8%-6.8% in November, and then further to 5.6%-6.5% in December, the finance ministry said in its monthly economic report. The KSE-100 Index's historic milestone also reflects a 60% year-to-date gain driven by a mix of 47% capital gains and 13% dividend yield.

PSX makes history, crosses 100,000-point mark

PSX achieves historic high during intraday trade, showcasing robust investor confidence fuelled by encouraging economic trends The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) surpassed the 100,000-point milestone on Thursday, achieving a historic high and showcasing robust investor confidence fuelled by encouraging economic trends. The PSX’s benchmark KSE-100 Index has surged by 1077.25 points or 1.09% to surge…

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Mexico leader responds to Trump claim she agreed to stop migration

Mexico’s President Sheinbaum Denies Trump’s Claim of Agreement to Curb Migration

Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has appeared to contradict President-elect Donald Trump’s claim that the two have struck a deal to stop migration to the US border. After a phone call on Wednesday, Trump posted online: “She has agreed to stop Migration through Mexico, and into the United States, effectively closing our Southern Border.” Sheinbaum responded…

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Dubai Reveals World's Largest Mosaic Artwork, Paying Tribute to UAE Founding Fathers

Dubai Reveals World’s Largest Mosaic Artwork, Paying Tribute to UAE Founding Fathers

This mosaic, which replaces an earlier mural on the Hatta Dam Water Falls, honours the visionaries behind the UAE’s establishment while symbolising the enduring values of the Union Brand Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), officially unveiled the Zayed and Rashid Mural, the world’s largest mosaic artwork. Located at the…

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The A350 the latest aircraft type to join the Dubai carrier’s fleet since 2008

Sheikh Mohammed Tours Emirates’ First Airbus A350 as Fleet Expansion Takes Flight

The A350 the latest aircraft type to join the Dubai carrier’s fleet since 2008 His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited Dubai International Airport, to review Emirates’ latest aircraft type to join the airline’s fleet, Dubai Media Office announced Wednesday. Emirates took…

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UAE's construction boom creates mini-boom in new jobs

UAE’s construction boom creates new jobs

UAE’s construction boom creates mini-boom in new jobs – but salaries remain steady Whether it’s a project manager or site worker, there is a job for all as projects pile up  There is a multi-billion dollar construction boom going on in the UAE – and some strong hiring too. Contractors, project managers and recruitment consultants…

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500 Robotic Surgeries Milestone in Four Years

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi Achieves 500 Robotic Surgeries Milestone in Four Years The procedures offer quicker recovery and often allow for same-day discharge Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi has successfully performed 500 robotic surgeries since the launch of its robotic surgery programme in 2020. The hospital has…

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