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Yasir Hussain Discusses the Impact of Parental Loss
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Yasir Hussain Discusses the Impact of Parental Loss

Renowned Pakistani actor Yasir Hussain recently shared how losing one’s parents deeply affects emotions and changes family dynamics. Coming from a large family with ten siblings, Yasir highlighted how the lessons and values his parents instilled in him continue to guide his life. He described his father’s painful nine-month battle with cancer, explaining how the disease had spread throughout his body. He expressed relief when his father finally passed away, knowing he was no longer suffering. However, the loss left a significant void in his life. "My father will always be a crucial part of who I am," Yasir stated. He also pointed out a common struggle among many Pakistanis: the difficulty in expressing love and emotions toward their parents. Yasir explained that as people take on fi...
Over 3.27 Million Pakistanis Went Abroad for Jobs in Five Years
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Over 3.27 Million Pakistanis Went Abroad for Jobs in Five Years

From 2019 to August 2024, over 3.27 million Pakistanis went abroad for employment. This accounts for around 1.3% of Pakistan's total population. Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development (MOPHRD) shared this data with Senate during a recent session. Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment facilitated the process of sending these workers abroad. Various host countries requested Pakistani workers, according to ministry’s written response. Senator Masroor Ahsan of Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) asked about the number of workers sent abroad and countries they went to. Data shared by the ministry, however, showed some inconsistencies. For instance, the report mentioned that 50 workers were sent to "Pakistan" in 2019, which raised doubts about the accuracy of infor...