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Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Sarah Khan won't do films anytime soon
In a video circulating online, Sarah Khan opened up about what's next in store for her career. Sarah, who currently stars in Sher, admitted that she'd prefer taking a break for now. "Once I have finished working on one project, I like to take a break so that I can appear on TV after a gap. So for now, I've been reading scripts and will return soon," she explained. The Hum Tum actor also revealed that she has no plans of heading to the silver screen. "As far as the big screen is concerned, I don't believe you'll see me up there anytime soon because I'm not all that interested in doing films," she said. Before starring opposite Danish Taimoor in Sher, Sarah launched her clothing line Alyana, named after her daughter, in February. Her little girl has also been instrumental in spilling the beans on what lies ahead in the actor's future with her singer-husband Falak Shabir. In a vlog uploaded by Falak in May, the father-daughter duo is seen enjoying some playful moments together when Falak casually asks Alyana, "Where is the baby?" Without skipping a beat, little Alyana gleefully points toward her mother, Sarah, and declares, "In mummy's belly!" The camera pans to Sarah, who can be seen smiling warmly throughout the exchange, adding even more weight to the speculation: baby number two is on the way! While the couple didn't follow it up with an official statement, fans were convinced that the cat, or rather, the baby, is out of the bag, thanks to Alyana's sweet reveal. Alyana's innocent joy and excitement lit up the screen, with her repeating, "Second baby is in mummy's belly." Many viewers melted at Alyana's adorableness, while others questioned whether such personal news should be shared via a child. One user wrote, "Kids are always like this. Cute!" while another commented, "Privacy matters. This is not something to discuss with a toddler." A few netizens also weighed in on boundaries and parenting, arguing that such moments should remain within the family.
Business Recorder
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan's rice exporter Matco to restructure corn starch business
In a strategic move, Matco Foods Limited, one of Pakistan's leading rice exporters, has approved a corporate restructuring initiative involving its corn starch business. The decision involves the demerger of the corn starch business and its merger into Matco Corn Products (Private) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary. The listed company informed its stakeholders in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday. 'This is in continuation of the disclosures/notices issued by Matco Foods Limited on November 25, 2024, February 28, 2025 and May 9, 2025, pertaining, inter alia, to the company's strategic vision of carving out its corn starch division into a wholly-owned subsidiary, and exploring and evaluating strategic options to raise growth capital for the same. Matco Foods Limited 'Consequently, the Board of Directors of the company, through circular resolutions passed on May 23, 2025, approved the corporate restructuring/reorganization of the company, involving, inter alia, the demerger/carve out of certain assets, liabilities, obligations and undertakings of the company, pertaining to its corn starch division, and the merger of the same with and into the company's wholly owned subsidiary i.e. Matco Corn Products (Private) Limited (MCPPL),' read the notice. Under the proposed scheme, Matco Foods will transfer its corn starch business to MCPPL, said the company. In return, MCPPL will issue shares to Matco Foods, thereby maintaining MCPPL as a wholly owned subsidiary. 'The scheme shall be subject to all requisite shareholders', creditors' and regulatory approvals being obtained, and the sanction of the Scheme by the High Court of Sindh at Karachi, along with fulfilment of related legal formalities, and further subject to any changes or modifications thereto as may be required or prescribed, or such amendments as may be considered necessary,' it added. Founded as Matco Rice Processing Private Limited in 1964. Matco Foods is principally engaged in the processing and export of rice, rice protein, rice glucose, pink salt, condiments and spices, dessert mixes, etc. The company is one of the largest rice exporters of the country with exports of its flagship brand 'Falak' in over 65 countries across the globe.
Leaders
02-04-2025
- Health
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia Successfully Launches Falak Mission into Polar Orbit
In collaboration with SpaceX, Saudi Arabia launched its first research mission into polar orbit on April 1, according to Gulf News. Named 'Falak,' the mission seeks to deeply study the impacts of space on natural eye microbes. As part of the FRAM2 mission, the research mission will delve into how microgravity affects the microbiome of the eye, along with potential applications for both space exploration and Earth-based health. 'The resilience of eye microbes to the space environment is a question we still don't have answers to. This mission lays the groundwork for future research on this crucial issue,' Dr. Ayoub Al Sobihi, director of the Falak Mission, said. Al Sobihi also noted that the research will present a scientific breakthrough offering a comprehensive health protocol for eye care in space. بفضلٍ من الله، تم بنجاح إطلاق مهمة فلك البحثية إلى الفضاء 🇸🇦 تُعدّ مهمة فلك أول مهمة بحثية عربية تُنفَّذ من قِبل منظمة غير ربحية، وستسهم جودة مخرجاتها في إعادة تعريف بروتوكولات صحة العيون في الفضاء.#الفضاء_بعيون_سعودية#متصل_بالكون — فلك لعلوم وأبحاث الفضاء (@FalakKSA) April 1, 2025 Importantly, the mission aims to provide a better understanding of eye health in astronauts through the analysis of the growth patterns of eye microbes and investigation of genetic and protein changes that take place under the influence of microgravity. Moreover, it will tackle how these microbes form biofilms. The newly launched mission represents an integral part of global efforts to fully comprehend the impacts of space travel on human health, specifically in the field of ocular health. Related Topics: Falak to Pioneer First Arab Nonprofit Space Research Mission by March End Saudi Arabia, South Korea Seal MoU to Strengthen Space Collaboration Saudi Arabia Boosts Space Sustainability with Brazil Short link : Post Views: 126
Gulf Insider
01-04-2025
- Health
- Gulf Insider
Watch: Falak Mission Takes Saudi Arabia Into Polar Orbit
Saudi Arabia has successfully launched its first research mission into polar orbit today, in collaboration with SpaceX, to study the effects of space on natural eye microbes. The mission, named 'Falak,' is part of the FRAM2 mission and will investigate how microgravity influences the microbiome of the eye, with potential applications for both space exploration and Earth-based health. The mission aims to improve understanding of eye health in astronauts by analyzing the growth patterns of eye microbes and examining genetic and protein changes that occur under the influence of microgravity. One of the key areas of focus is how these microbes form biofilms, which can increase the risk of eye infections in space. Dr. Ayoub Al Sobihi, director of the Falak mission, emphasized that the research will help create a comprehensive health protocol for eye care in space, potentially setting a global standard for space agencies. 'The resilience of eye microbes to the space environment is a question we still don't have answers to. This mission lays the groundwork for future research on this crucial issue,' he said. This study is part of global efforts to understand how space travel impacts human health, particularly in the field of ocular health.
Arab News
01-04-2025
- Health
- Arab News
Saudi study on human eye microbiome joins SpaceX launch
RIYADH: A Saudi mission to study the effects of low gravity on the microbiome of the human eye joined the launch of SpaceX's Fram2 flight on Monday night. The study by Falak for Space Science and Research will examine the eye's bacteria and other microorganisms in conditions of microgravity. A research team collected biological samples of microbial cultures and conducted tests to ensure that the samples could withstand launch conditions and return safely from space. The project 'will contribute to achieving qualitative progress in education and research in space and associated technologies,' Dr. Ayoub Al-Subehi, CEO of Falak, told the Saudi Press Agency ahead of the launch. The study of the ocular microbiome in space is an emerging research field. This experiment will analyze the growth rates of the microorganisms in space compared to growth rates on Earth. It will track the genetic and protein changes that may occur as a result of exposure to microgravity. The experiment also aims to evaluate the ability of microbes to form biofilms, which may increase the risk of infection in space, as well as analyze changes in microbial resistance to antibiotics after exposure to microgravity. Dr. Wedad bint Saeed Al-Qahtani, a research scientist in the mission, added: 'Studying the impact of the space environment on the natural microflora of the eye could provide valuable data on how it responds to microgravity conditions, which could help develop new strategies and protocols to maintain eye health.' Another one of the mission's scientists, Prof. Salwa Al-Hazza, stressed the importance of ophthalmological research, saying: 'What we are doing today is not limited to sending a scientific experiment into space, but is a fundamental step towards building a deeper understanding of the impact of the space environment on eye health, and we hope that the results will contribute to the development of future medical solutions that enhance eye health care, both in space and on Earth, proudly carrying this Saudi flag and representing an important step in the Kingdom's commitment to innovate scientifically and enhance its growing role in the global space sector.' This mission is part of global efforts to study the impact of space on human health and was preceded by similar research that dealt with the effect of microgravity on the intestinal and oral microbiomes.
