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Netflix Faces Backlash Over Removal of Palestinian Films

26Oct

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Showbiz

Netflix Faces Backlash Over Removal of Palestinian Films

Netflix has clarified that it is not deleting Palestinian films but rather removing the "Palestine Stories" collection due to the expiration of its three-year licensing agreement. The streaming platform emphasizes that it continues to support diverse storytelling and invests in films and TV shows from around the world. Netflix recently faced criticism after announcing it would remove a selection of Palestinian films, known as the Palestine Stories collection, from its streaming platform. The collection featured the works of directors Annemarie Jacir, Mai Masri, Mahdi Fleifel, Susan Youssef, May Odeh, and Farah Nabulsi, among others, and was described as “a tribute to the creativity and passion of the Arab film industry”. The removal sparked controversy as human rights groups and activi...

23Oct

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global

What is Pink Cocaine?

Pink cocaine is a popular street name for a recreational drug that, despite its name, rarely contains any cocaine. It's typically a mixture of synthetic drugs like ketamine, MDMA (ecstasy), and other substances, often dyed pink for aesthetic appeal. "Pink cocaine," also known as "tusi," is a dangerous and unpredictable drug that has recently made headlines due to its connection with celebrities like Liam Payne and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Despite its name, pink cocaine often doesn’t contain any actual cocaine. Instead, it’s a mixture of various substances such as ketamine, methamphetamine, MDMA (also called ecstasy), and opioids, all mixed with pink food dye. This concoction is popular in party scenes but poses serious risks to health due to its unknown and varying composition. How Dange...

Halloween: A Festival of Ancient Spirits and Modern Thrills

19Oct

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Culture, Global

Halloween: A Festival of Ancient Spirits and Modern Thrills

Halloween, a night of ghosts, goblins, and candy, has its roots in ancient Celtic traditions. Originating as the Celtic festival of Samhain, Halloween marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. The tradition of trick-or-treating evolved from the practice of offering food or money to wandering spirits to ward off evil. Halloween 2024 will be celebrated on Thursday, October 31, marking another year of spooky festivities rooted in ancient history. This beloved holiday is famous for its costumes, candy, and chilling decorations, but its origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). Over 2,000 years ago, the Celts, living in what is now Ireland, the UK, and northern France, celebrated Samhain to mark the end of the harvest and the be...

Instagram Introduces Safety Features to Tackle Sextortion Scams

19Oct

By Aqsa Azam1 Comment

Global, Sci-Tech

Instagram Introduces Safety Features to Tackle Sextortion Scams

Instagram has introduced a new safety feature to protect users, particularly teenagers, from the growing threat of sextortion scams. When a user attempts to take a screenshot or screen recording of a disappearing message, they will see a black screen instead. Instagram has launched new safety features to protect teenagers from sextortion scams, a growing concern on social media. These updates come as part of a broader effort by Meta, Instagram’s parent company, to enhance the safety of young users online. One of the key changes is the prevention of screenshots and screen recordings of disappearing messages in direct messages. If someone tries to capture an image meant for a single viewing, the screen will turn black, blocking unauthorized screenshots. This feature is especially aime...

Selfies Banned Outside Salman Khan’s Residence After Baba Siddique’s Murder

16Oct

By Tahreem Akram1 Comment

Global

Selfies Banned Outside Salman Khan’s Residence After Baba Siddique’s Murder

After the tragic murder of politician Baba Siddique, authorities have tightened security outside actor Salman Khan’s residence, barring fans from taking selfies or recording videos. Police implemented these measures to ensure control and safety following the shocking incident. Mumbai police have stationed constables around Khan’s Bandra home. They have also installed a CCTV camera to monitor the area and assigned an escort vehicle to accompany Khan whenever he leaves his residence. To further protect the actor, Special Reserve Police Force is now providing him with Y-plus security. In addition to these steps, police have restricted media personnel from filming outside Khan’s residence. Ban on fan activities, such as selfies and videos, shows seriousness of the situation and focus on...