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2024 Set to Be the Hottest Year on Record, Scientists Confirm

10Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Sci-Tech

2024 Set to Be the Hottest Year on Record, Scientists Confirm

This year is on track to be the hottest year ever recorded, according to European scientists. They say the Earth has already warmed more than 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial times. This is a big problem because it can lead to more extreme weather like heatwaves, floods, and droughts. Europe’s climate monitor has declared that 2024 is "effectively certain" to be the hottest year in history. According to the Copernicus Climate Change Service, this year will also mark the first time global average temperatures have surpassed 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7°F) above pre-industrial levels. It is a critical threshold linked to protecting the planet from dangerous overheating. Data from January through November shows that the average global temperatures have reached unprecedented h...

Engin Altan Düzyatan Credits Pakistan for His Global Fame

10Dec

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Global, Pakistan, Showbiz

Engin Altan Düzyatan Credits Pakistan for His Global Fame

Engin Altan Düzyatan, the star of the hit Turkish historical drama "Diriliş: Ertuğrul," has expressed his gratitude to Pakistani fans for their significant role in his global fame. He expressed his heartfelt thanks to the Pakistani audience for their unwavering enthusiasm and for making "Diriliş: Ertuğrul" a cultural phenomenon. Turkish actor Engin Altan Düzyatan, best known for his role as Ertugrul in Diriliş: Ertuğrul, has expressed gratitude to the people of Pakistan for contributing to his global recognition. Speaking alongside actor Nurgul Yesilcay at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia, Duzyatan highlighted how audiences in Pakistan embraced the show, giving it an unmatched level of attention worldwide. “People of Pakistan have so much love for this charact...

UK Parliament to Debate Ban on First-Cousin Marriages

10Dec

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Culture, Global

UK Parliament to Debate Ban on First-Cousin Marriages

A new law might be passed in the UK to ban first-cousin marriages. They argue that many cultures have traditions of cousin marriage and that it is not always harmful. We'll have to wait and see what the UK government decides to do. The UK Parliament is set to propose a ban first-cousin marriages. Conservative MP Richard Holden is pushing for this change, citing concerns about the increased risk of birth defects and societal harm associated with such unions. He plans to introduce the Marriage (Prohibited Degrees of Relationship) Bill to the House of Commons for discussion. UK law prohibits marriages between siblings, parents, and children but does not extend this restriction to first cousins. Mr. Holden highlighted that many people mistakenly believe cousin marriages are already ille...

Saudi Arabia Launches The World’s First Date-Based Soft Drink

6Dec

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Business, Global

Saudi Arabia Launches The World’s First Date-Based Soft Drink

Saudi Arabia just launched Milaf Cola, the world’s first date-based soft drink, unveiled at the Riyadh Date Festival. This special cola is made from dates, a popular fruit in the Middle East. It's a healthier choice because it has no added sugar and is packed with nutrients from dates. Saudi Arabia has introduced Milaf Cola, the world’s first date-based soft drink, marking a shift toward healthier and more sustainable beverage options. Unveiled at the Riyadh Date Festival by Bander Al-Qahtani, CEO of Thurath Al-Madina, and Saudi agriculture minister Abdulrahman Al-Fadley. Moreover, Milaf Cola is a groundbreaking innovation in the soda industry. Developed by Thurath Al-Madina, a subsidiary of the Saudi Public Investment Fund, Milaf Cola uses premium dates as its main ingredient. Dat...

Paris Tops 100 City Destinations for 2024 List

5Dec

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Culture, Global

Paris Tops 100 City Destinations for 2024 List

Euromonitor International released its Top 100 City Destinations for 2024. This ranking considers various factors, such as culture, food, nightlife, and safety. Paris is at the top of the list for its beautiful sights, yummy food, and fun nightlife. Other awesome cities like Madrid, Tokyo, Rome, and Milan also made the top five. Paris has retained its title as the world's most attractive city for the fourth consecutive year, according to the 2024 Top 100 City Destinations Index by Euromonitor International. With 70 million visitors in 2024, Paris has earned high marks for its tourism, infrastructure, sustainability, and economic performance, making it the number one destination globally. The French capital’s continued success is highlighted by its hosting of major events like the 20...