Category: Travel
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PIA prohibits pilots and cabin crew from fasting during Ramzan
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has prohibited its pilots and cabin staff members from fasting during the holy month of Ramzan. As per a recent safety notice released by the national flag carrier, fasting is one of the key factors behind diminished human performance. The decision is part of the PIA’s in-flight safety measures, which were…
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11-minute flight: Billionaire Jeff Bezos is going to space without a pilot
Amazon billionaire, Jeff Bezos will fly to space with his brother Mark Bezos next month, on the first human spaceflight. The spacecraft are being made by his company, Blue Origin. The automated capsules with no pilot will include six passengers, including the winner of an ongoing auction taking place for a seat. After that, the remaining seats…
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US asks citizens to reconsider travel to Pakistan owing to terrorism, sectarian violence
The United States has asked its citizens to reconsider travel to Pakistan in the light of the coronavirus outbreak, sectarian violence, and terrorism. In a travel advisory issued on Jan 25, the US administration said it “has limited ability to provide emergency services to US citizens in Pakistan due to the security environment”. The US…
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Four ‘spooky’ places in Pakistan
There are different places in some major cities of Pakistan that are believed to be haunted by the undead. Here is the list of few spooky legends that might make your Halloween a little more spooky. 1. Red-dressed Bride at the Karsaz Road The main Karsaz Road in Karachi is known for being one of…
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These pictures of Gwadar Marine Drive after CPEC works will take your breath away
Stunning views of Gwadar Marine drive after the completion of roads and other construction work under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) are breaking the internet, and we guarantee you that the following pictures will take your breath away. The pictures were first shared by official handle of the CPEC on Twitter as the completion of…
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Coronavirus: Improved air quality leads to breathtaking view of Kashmir from Sialkot
With reduced industrial pollution and traffic due to coronavirus resulting in improved air quality across the globe, breathtaking views of Kashmiri peaks from Punjab’s north-eastern city of Sialkot — one of Pakistan’s most industrialised regions — have started doing rounds over social media. In the wake of COVID-19, lockdowns have had a dramatic impact on…