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The government plans to launch 5G technology next year, but faces challenges such as significant investments in upgrading network and infrastructure, lack of 5G-supporting smartphones, and delays in rural areas due to logistics and infrastructure development.

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority(PTA) suggests government incentives and public-private partnerships could alleviate financial pressure and promote the technology's adoption.

PTI founder Imran Khan has assigned Barrister Saif to unite opposition parties.

Barrister Saif has already made phone calls to key opposition leaders. An important meeting involving opposition parties is expected to take place at the Chief Minister's House later this week.

Leaders of the Grand Democratic Alliance (GDA) and other major parties, such as Jamaat-e-Islami and JUI-F, are expected to meet with Barrister Salf.

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Jonathan was born in 1832 on the Seychelles island of Sainte-Hélène.

In 1882, Jonathan was gifted to the governor of Saint Helena, Sir William Grey, and has lived on the island ever since.

Jonathan is now considered the oldest-living land animal on Earth, with an estimated age of 191 years (as of 2023). He holds the Guinness World Record for the oldest tortoise.

Despite his advanced age, Jonathan remains relatively healthy, although he has lost his sight and has limited mobility. He is cared for by the Saint Helena National Trust.

Khaby Lame, the world's most followed TikToker, recently performed Umrah in Saudi Arabia.

He shared his experience on Instagram, expressing gratitude to Allah in front of the Kaaba.

PTA revealed latest social media stats as millions in Pakistan engage online for work and leisure.
The latest numbers from telecom authority show big surge in users across major social platforms.

According to a report by PTA, Facebook continues to lead with a user base of 60.4 million in South Asian nation. Among these users, 76pc are male and 24pc are female.

Video streaming platform YouTube remains second most popular platform, reaching 71.7 million by January 2024. The platform has a higher proportion of male users, with 72% of the audience being men and 28% women.

TikTok, despite facing regulatory challenges in the past, remains a significant platform in Pakistan, with 54.4 million users recorded in the latest statistics. The male-dominated platform has 78% male users and 22% female users.

Instagram follows with 17.3 million users by January 2024, where 64pc of users are male and 36pc are female, as per PTA data.

The U.S. has expressed serious concerns regarding Pakistan's advancing mis+sile capabilities, which could potentially reach targets in the United States.

Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer stated that Pakistan is developing long-range balli-stic mis-siles, raising "real questions" about its intentions and marking it as an "emerging thr-eat" to U.S. security.

This warning coincided with new sanctions imposed on Pakistani entities involved in missile development.

Mrbreast has secured exclusive access to Egypt's Great Pyramids for a groundbreaking 100-hour adventure for his YouTube channel.

In a collaboration with the Egyptian government, he and his friends will explore private corridors, tombs, and hidden rooms rarely seen by the public.

The project also includes sleeping inside the pyramids and investigating with ghost-detecting gadgets.

This ambitious video will showcase the pyramids' cultural significance and history, and has already generated excitement among fans.
MrBeast's project adds to his growing legacy, including his Prime Video show, BeastGames.

Richard Grenell, U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy, has once again voiced his support for Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Following the viral success of his previous tweet, which garnered over 10 million views, Grenell praised Khan's widespread popularity.

In his latest tweet, Grenell stated, "10 Million views, this is clearly popular. Free Imran Khan," renewing his call for Khan's release and emphasizing the global attention surrounding the issue.