Powerful winter storm US travel disruption

Powerful Winter Storm Brings US Travel to a Standstill

A powerful winter storm sweeping across large parts of the United States has severely disrupted travel, forcing thousands of flight cancellations and delays while making road and rail transport hazardous. Heavy snowfall, freezing rain, and icy conditions have impacted dozens of states, creating widespread chaos for travelers. Thousands of Flights Cancelled Nationwide Air travel has…

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Finland foreign students welfare crackdown

Finland Cracks Down on Foreign Students Exploiting the Country

Finland has announced new measures targeting foreign students who allegedly exploit the country’s welfare system while studying. The proposed changes focus on non-EU and non-EEA students who rely on basic social assistance despite being required to prove sufficient financial resources before receiving a residence permit. Background of the Proposed Measures Under Finnish law, international students…

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Pakistani student Urdu ChatGPT

Pakistani Student Launches Urdu ChatGPT AI Model ‘Qalb‘

A breakthrough in Pakistan’s technology sector has emerged as a Pakistani student has launched an Urdu-first generative AI model, similar to ChatGPT, named Qalb. The project aims to bridge the language gap in artificial intelligence by providing high-quality AI services to millions of Urdu speakers worldwide. Introducing Qalb: An Urdu-Focused AI Model Qalb is being…

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US immigrant visa freeze Pakistan

Pakistan Among 75 Countries Facing US Immigrant Visa Freeze

The United States has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, including Pakistan, starting January 21, 2026. The decision was communicated through an internal directive issued by the US State Department, instructing American embassies and consulates worldwide to halt immigrant visa approvals for applicants from the affected nations. This…

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Internet disruption in Pakistan

Internet in Pakistan to Face Disruptions on 15 January

Scheduled maintenance on a key submarine internet cable will cause slow speeds and partial internet outages across Pakistan on January 15, 2026. Internet Service Providers (ISPs) have already informed users about the upcoming disruption, advising them to prepare for reduced connectivity during the maintenance window. Reason Behind the Internet Disruption The disruption is linked to…

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