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 You can add 10 years to your life just by changing your diet - huge research results   With every  hunger or craving, we have a choice:  eat foods that  are said to be good for us, or seek out comfort food. These choices aren't easy or always possible, but research shows that eating healthier foods can have significant health benefits, especially in the long term.  New research analyzing the diet and health  of nearly half a million British residents has found that changing and sticking to a healthy diet  can add up to 10 years to your life. Good news! If you can afford it.   The team, led by Lars Fadnes,  a public health researcher at the University of Bergen in Norway, modeled the lifespan of some 467,354 people who documented their eating habits as part of a long-term UK Biobank study that began in 2006.  The researchers grouped the participants according to their eating habits and noted how they changed over time. The...

HARIPUR - Gohar Ayub Khan, former foreign minister and ex-speaker of the National Assembly, breathed his last on Friday. PTI leader Omar Ayub said in a post on social media, “Mr. Gohar Ayub Khan, former Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan and former Minister of External Affairs passed away peacefully after a brief illness. The deceased was taken to a private hospital, but he did not survive, he is survived by two sons and two daughters. The funeral of the former minister will take place today at 3 pm and he will be buried at his native graveyard in Rehana village in Haripur. Gohar Ayub was the second son of former military leader Ayub Khan. He also served in the Pakistan Army but took early retirement. He entered politics in 1974 and contested his first National Assembly election from Haripur and later served as Speaker. He was then appointed as Foreign Minister by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and later served as Minister of Water and Power. He l...

  ISLAMABAD - High electricity and gas tariffs do not seem to have appeased the public as the caretaker finance minister Shamshad Akhtar announced the caretaker government's plan to increase these electricity tariffs in January. In a press conference held at Q Block, the federal minister emphasized the commitment of the government under the Standby Facility (SBA) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reduce the cost of the energy sector and restore its efficiency. Dr. Akhtar emphasized that the current debt of the electricity and gas sector, which has exceeded 4 percent of the GDP, needs to be urgently addressed. Discussing his discussions with the IMF, D r Akhtar mentioned tariff changes in the energy sector and possible additional taxes on sectors such as real estate and retail. At the same time, he specified that no final decisions have yet been made in these matters. Underscoring Pakistan's need for a new short-term IMF program ...

**Thailand Explores Visa Waiver for Businessmen** Thailand is considering visa-free travel for businessmen from some countries to promote tourism and investment. The move comes as the country tries to attract more visitors from its main markets, particularly Asia. According to the proposal, businessmen from countries such as China, India, Japan and South Korea can stay in Thailand for a maximum of 30 days without a visa. An exception would apply to businessmen traveling to Thailand for business, such as attending meetings or conferences. The Thai government is currently studying the feasibility of the proposal and is expected to make a decision in the coming months. If visa-free is approved, it would give a significant boost to Thailand's tourism and investment sectors #039. **Visa exemption benefits** A visa waiver would bring several benefits to Thailand, including: * Increased travel costs: Businessmen who can travel to Thailand without a...

The gold rate in Pakistan increased by Rs100 per tola (11. 66 grams) today, 16 November 2023. The new price of gold is Rs166, 200 per tola. The price of gold has been on an upward trend in recent weeks due to a number of factors, including: The global economic slowdown The geopolitical tensions around the world The rising demand for gold as a safe haven asset The gold rate is expected to continue to fluctuate in the coming weeks. Investors should keep an eye on the global economic and political developments to make informed decisions about their investments. Here is a table of today's gold rates in Pakistan: City Rate (Rs per tola) Change (Rs per tola) Karachi 166,400 +100 Lahore 166,200 +100 Islamabad 166,300 +100 Peshawar 166,000 +100 Quetta 165,800 +100 Please note that these are just indicative rates and may vary from dealer to dealer. For the latest gold rates, please visit the website of a local bullion market.