Science & Technology

Nasa's Swift satellite telescope heads for fiery re-entry 22 years after launch

An ageing Nasa satellite telescope that a robotic spacecraft was sent to retrieve on a failed rescue mission this summer was headed for a fiery re-entry into Earth's atmosphere on Wednesday, nearly 22 years after…

November 6, 2026
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China’s AI stock bubble bursts as tech shares plunge

China’s artificial intelligence and semiconductor stocks have suffered a sharp sell-off, with the mainland’s STAR50 index falling 40% in less than four months and losing about $480 billion in market value, according to Reuters.

October 26, 2026
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Apple to unveil new smart home products, showcasing updated Siri AI

Apple is expected to show off a new round of smart home products, including an iPad-like device on Tuesday, meant to hang on walls or perch on tabletops that will showcase its AI-upgraded Siri virtual…

October 15, 2026
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Satellite internet framework nearing completion in Pakistan to boost connectivity: minister

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja on Tuesday said that Pakistan is in the final stages of preparing a Fixed Satellite Service (FSS) framework for satellite internet services.

October 13, 2026
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OpenAI scraps planned October launch of GPT-6.1 Astra over safety concerns

OpenAI has abandoned the planned October launch of GPT-6.1 Astra after internal tests raised concerns over the model's ability to remain within authorised limits and accurately report its actions, the ChatGPT maker confirmed on Monday.

September 29, 2026
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Muhammad Younas Sahil Mahay Combines Business, TikTok and Content Creation

Muhammad Younas Sahil Mahay was born on August 20, 1992. He is a Pakistani businessman, TikTok star and content creator whose work includes business, digital media and community activities. He is also associated with the…

September 23, 2026
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China, US to open AI 'communication channel' after summit

China and the United States agreed to set up a "communication channel" for artificial intelligence incidents, both sides said, after a Washington summit short on breakthroughs.

September 27, 2026
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Pakistani startup World Context hosts robotics hackathon at UC Berkeley

Pakistani robotics data company World Context hosted its first-ever robotics hackathon at the University of California, Berkeley, bringing together 13 teams as part of its efforts to expand artificial intelligence and technology trade between Pakistan…

September 27, 2026
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Apple could add more models to its iPhone Duo lineup

Apple could expand its newly introduced foldable iPhone lineup with additional models, including a larger iPhone Duo Max, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.

September 14, 2026
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OpenAI shelves public listing amid increasing warnings AI could lead to human extinction

OpenAI will not pursue a public listing in 2026, CEO Sam Altman told Fortune, as mounting fears over the potentially catastrophic risks of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence force the company to put its IPO plans…

September 14, 2026
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Is it possible to slow down the development of AI?

Top AI executives say they want to slow the breakneck pace of artificial intelligence development, but competition, US government reluctance and geopolitical factors stand in the way.

September 14, 2026
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Waliullah Sahibzada and His Growing Presence on TikTok

Waliullah Sahibzada is a TikTok creator who has built a growing international following by sharing different aspects of his life with audiences around the world. Based in France, he regularly posts videos featuring his daily…

September 10, 2026
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5G services launched in 23 cities across Pakistan: PTA

Mobile operators have launched 5G services in 23 cities across Pakistan, with the PTA reporting rapid expansion of 5G sites, particularly in Karachi, during the first phase of the rollout.

September 11, 2026
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Nasa launches powerful new Roman Space Telescope from Florida

Nasa's new flagship astronomical observatory was launched into space from Florida on Sunday on a mission to probe some of the biggest mysteries in astrophysics and cosmology.

August 30, 2026
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