Many of the shorts that are later expanded into a feature film seem to have been designed backwards for this specific purpose: an eye-catching flavor of what is clearly intended to be a larger work, though perhaps not quite as satisfying as a mini-film. Bogdan Muricanu’s critically acclaimed 2018 short film A Christmas Present — … Read more
A doctor treats a little girl at the Mithi Civil Hospital, in Mithi, Sindh, on May 25, 2018. — AFP/File 34% of children under five are stunted nationwide. Stunted growth is seen as the main consequence of inaction. Pakistan has the highest prevalence of stunting in South Asia. ISLAMABAD: Due to the ongoing undernourishment crisis, … Read more
A representative image of a transmission tower, also known as an electricity pylon. — AFP/File Current defaulters owe Rs1,094tr to nightclubs. Companies adding 50 billion rupees per month to circularize the debt. 10 to 15% recovery achieved via overcharging each year. ISLAMABAD: Amid the government’s efforts to improve the country’s economic indicators, it has been … Read more
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb speaks during an interview on the sidelines of the Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong on January 13, 2025. — Screenshot via YouTube@markets Consider raising $200-250 million from Chinese investors: minister. China International Capital Corporation advises on Panda bonds. Growing countries taxis/GDP ratio at 13.5%, he said. HONG KONG: Amid the … Read more
Brokers monitor an index showing the latest stock prices at the Pakistan Stock Exchange in Karachi on January 26, 2023. — AFP The capital market started the year on a positive note, supported by renewed optimism regarding economic reforms and strategic initiatives. The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 index climbed 1,828.19 points, or 1.59 … Read more
Can grapes bring luck? The Spanish believe it, and at midnight on New Year’s Eve, across the country, it’s a race to gobble up 12 grapes before the first minute of the year passes. The 12 grapes, which represent the months of the year, must be eaten one by one before the clock moves to … Read more
Amid Gaza War, Another Year of Low-Key Christmas Celebrations in Bethlehem – CBS News Watch CBS News For the second year in a row, the war raging in Gaza is keeping pilgrims and tourists away from Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank, where Christmas tourism accounts for around 70% of the city’s economy. Imtiaz Tyab … Read more
Angel Blue, who was recently named Classical Singer of the Year, is set to perform the lead role in “Aida” at the Metropolitan Opera. Blue, known for her Grammy Award-winning performances, will take the stage in New York starting December 31. She joins CBS Mornings Plus.
The New York Times named comedian Nikki Glaser “Comedian of the Year” for her hit HBO special “Someday You’ll Die.” She has received Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe nominations. Now, Glaser is taking on a new project: hosting the Golden Globe Awards. She’s joining “CBS Mornings.”
Dua Lipa’s Big Year, Upcoming Special Featuring 53-Piece Orchestra – CBS News Watch CBS News Pop star Dua Lipa closed out her historic year with “An Evening with Dua Lipa,” a special featuring a 53-piece orchestra. The show airs Sundays on CBS and Paramount+. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, … Read more