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Scientists are actively trying to build conscious robots

Hod Lipson, the mechanical engineer in charge of the Creative Machines Lab at Columbia University in New York, is creating a machine that will have “consciousness on par with a human”, eclipsing “everything else we’ve done”. Lipson believes that conscious robots may even be able to cure cancer. Consciousness is one the most divisive questions in […]

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China urges tightened security for nationals

BEIJING: A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson reaffirmed the unwavering bond between China and Pakistan, emphasizing their strategic partnership and solidarity in the face of challenges. Stressing the significance of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) for Pakistan’s socioeconomic progress, the spokesperson condemned Tuesday’s terrorist attack in Pakistan that claimed the lives of five Chinese citizens. Expressing […]

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Sainz feeling ‘positive’ about Ferrari return after surgery

MELBOURNE: Carlos Sainz expressed confidence Thursday he was fit enough to drive his Ferrari in Melbourne but will decide whether to race after seeing how his body holds up in practice. The Spaniard underwent surgery for appendicitis two weeks ago, forcing him to miss the last grand prix in Saudi Arabia, where teenage reserve driver […]

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Umrah aspirants facing passport delay

KARACHI: Despite the fact that the daily number of passport applicants have halved during the holy month of Ramazan, the country’s intending Umrah pilgrims are still facing difficulties in obtaining the travel document. Sources said the number of applicants in the passport offices of Karachi was usually around 4,000 per day, but it had reduced […]

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Freelancers seek govt-association collaboration for IT park success

KARACHI: Praising the approval for Pakistan’s largest Information Technology (IT) park, set to benefit 6,000 freelancers, the Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) and industry experts call for government collaboration to optimise resources, address IT challenges, and boost e-service exports. In discussions with The Express Tribune, they stress the need for consultation with PAFLA and Pakistan Software […]

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PHC orders swearing in of newly-notified K-P lawmakers

PESHAWAR: The Peshawar High Court (PHC) ordered on Wednesday for administering oath to the newly-notified members of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) assembly on the reserved seats for women and non-Muslims, belonging to the opposition parties. A two-member division bench, comprising Justice SM Atiq Shah and Justice Shakeel Ahmed, allowed the petition filed by the newly-notified lawmakers […]

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GameStop shares fall as video game retailer faces competition, weak spending

 GameStop’s shares fell more than 14% on Wednesday, as the brick-and-mortar video game retailer reported a decline in fourth-quarter revenue on the back of a spending slowdown and rising competition from e-commerce firms. The Grapevine, Texas-based company also said late on Tuesday that it had cut an unspecified number of jobs, joining Japan’s Sony and Electronic Arts in a bid to […]

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Azam Khan struggles as Pakistan cricketers undergo fitness test at Kakul Academy

JOIN OUR WHATSAPP CHANNEL Pakistan cricketers underwent a fitness evaluation during the second day of their training at the Kakul Academy in Abbottabad. Among them, Azam Khan of the Pakistan cricket team faced difficulty in completing the prescribed two-kilometer run. During this test, Irfanullah Khan Niazi showcased remarkable performance, leading the pack by completing the […]