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Two suspects linked to RAW network arrested

Cases registered against arrested individuals under provisions of PECA and Pakistan Penal Code

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Terrorists attack police training center in DI Khan

Gunfire between police and attackers is ongoing, with multiple explosions reported

EconomicsPakistan

Silver price hits decades high as gold rush eases

Price of silver topped $50 an ounce, attaining levels not seen since 1980

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Sonya Hussyn manifests ‘student version’ of herself in dreamy Harvard post

Sonya appears ready to embrace student life at one of the world’s most prestigious institutions

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Samar Jafri named Spotify RADAR Pakistan artist

Singer’s heartfelt sound and youthful energy earn him global recognition

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Ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad ‘quits’ Jamaat-e-Islami

Former lawmaker says he wants to freely campaign for rights and democracy

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Time for decisive actions against terrorism, warns PM Shehbaz

Delegation expected to visit Kabul to convey cross-border attacks "intolerable", says defence minister

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30 India-backed terrorists involved in Orakzai attack killed in ‘retribution op’: ISPR

Successful operations have brought main perpetrators to justice, says military

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TLP protest: Islamabad, Pindi face roadblocks, mobile data service suspension

Talal Chaudhry says TLP attempting to create "unrest, chaos"; Section 144 imposed across Punjab for 14 days

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‘Status quo won’t work anymore’: DG ISPR says ‘political-criminal nexus’ facilitating terrorism in KP

India using Afghanistan as base to launch terror attacks inside Pakistan, remarks Lt Gen Chaudhry

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West Bank Settler violence escalates, Palestinians report growing fear A deadly attack shakes villages near Nablus The violence in the West Bank occupied is increasing rapidly, and Palestinians are warning their families that they no longer feel safe at home. Armed Israeli settlers destroyed homes in the village of Deir al Hatab near Nablus. Barhan Omar is a bank manager in the area. He described how local settlers shot at his home and set it ablaze. His children and he survived by hiding up on his roof. The attackers were large and organized. This made it even scarier. The attack resulted in at least 10 injuries. The majority of the victims were injured by stone, but one person was shot. Residents of the village said they had never seen such violence. Trigger incident and rising tensions Violence broke out after the burial of Yehuda, a 18-year-old boy from Elon Moreh. The crash that killed him involved a Palestinian. Palestinians call it an accident, but Settlers insist it was an assault. Reports show that settler violence has increased in the West Bank since the Iran-related tensions began. The United Nations reports that at least six Palestinians were killed in the past few weeks by settler violence. Expansion Into New Areas Most of the attacks took place in Area C where Israel is fully responsible. Violence is now spreading to Area B where civil affairs are handled by the Palestinian Authority. Over 4,700 Palestinians were displaced by settler violence between early 2023 to February 2026. Many belonged to Bedouin tribes. The entire villages were forced from their homes. The shift in policy isn't random, say rights groups. Some critics say it is part of a larger plan to push Palestinians from key areas and expand the settlements. Global Reaction and Political Pressure Bezalel Schmotrich, the Israeli finance minister has publicly supported expansion of settlements. He also called to end the concept of a Palestinian State. He has been criticized and sanctioned by countries such as the UK for his policies. Eyal Zaid, the Israeli chief of military, condemned violence and called it inacceptable. Local residents say security forces are often slow to react or fail to respond during an attack. The Fear of the Next New outposts of settlers are appearing near villages, and residents fear further attacks. Others feel unprotected and surrounded. Barhan Omar warns that increasing pressure could cause wider unrest. He stated that Palestinians would continue to defend both their lives and land despite growing threats.
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After investigation, AI-generated sexualized avatars are removed from social platforms Problem Overview Multiple accounts have been removed from social media sites after complaints were made about AI-created female avatars being used in a harmful or misleading way. The accounts featured digital characters with a high sexualization factor that looked like Black women. Some profiles use misleading identities and suggestive images to quickly attract large audiences. Some profiles also advertised links that led users to external websites with paid adult content. The Accounts Worked These accounts used AI-generated images and videos to make them look like actual influencers. The avatars are often exaggerated and have unrealistic skin tones. Some accounts names contained words related to race or appearance. Some posts had captions with provocative and racialized topics. These accounts had been linked through likes and follows, creating a social network which increased visibility. Many profiles claimed that they did not use AI even though their content was completely generated. The Impact of Real Content Creators In one case, a video of a real-life model was altered by AI in order to substitute her face with an artificial avatar. The original footage and movements of the model were used without her permission. The content of her profile was viewed far more on the fake profiles than it did on her real account. These videos were viewed by tens and millions. The misuse was reported to her multiple times, but it took a long time before any action was taken. She was concerned about identity theft as well as the spreading of false content. Platform Response Several accounts were deleted after the problem was brought to light. However, similar profiles had already spread across multiple platforms. Several companies said they are reviewing AI-generated content and enhancing detection systems. Expert Concerns Digital analysts and researchers warn that AI-generated avatars may reinforce stereotypes. The content is often based on exaggerated features of race and sexualized frames. AI also makes it simpler to distribute and create synthetic identities in large numbers, according to experts. Virtual personas are not accountable to real-life social consequences. Also, users may find it increasingly difficult to distinguish between AI-generated content and real material.
After investigation, AI-generated sexualized avatars are removed from social platforms
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