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Express Tribune
18-05-2025
- Health
- Express Tribune
Type 1 diabetes cases rising in kids
Previously misunderstood and often misdiagnosed, Type 5 diabetes – also known as malnutrition-related diabetes or Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY) – disproportionately affects lean adolescents and young adults, especially in low and middle-income countries across Asia and PEXELS Health experts have raised concerns over the alarming increase in Type 1 diabetes among children in Pakistan, urging greater public awareness about prevention and management. Consultant and Chronologist Professor Muhammad Shahid, speaking to a private news channel, revealed that approximately 24,000 Pakistanis, mostly children, are living with Type 1 diabetes, an autoimmune disorder that currently has no cure. Dr Shahid highlighted the critical importance of early diagnosis, regular blood sugar monitoring, and a balanced diet in managing the condition. He emphasised that parents must be vigilant in recognising symptoms and understanding treatment options to ensure children live a better quality of life. Raising awareness, he noted, could significantly improve outcomes for those affected, reducing the risk of complications. He also stressed the necessity of timely insulin treatments, warning that without daily insulin injections, blood glucose levels could rise dangerously, leading to life-threatening consequences. Dr Shahid concluded that with proper management and adherence to insulin therapy, children with Type 1 diabetes can lead active, healthy lives.
Hamilton Spectator
08-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
New chicken eatery opens in Grimsby on Thursday
Grimsby councillors got a preview of the town's newest eatery on Wednesday. 'This is not just the opening of a new business, it is the opening of a new opportunity to come together, support each other and create something special in our community,' said mayor Jeff Jordan prior to the ribbon cutting ceremony at Niagara Chicken at 392 Winston Rd. The 1,000 square-foot restaurant offers a variety of Halal-certified fried chicken tenders, wings, sandwiches and salads plus side offerings including fries, onion rings, gravy, poutine, mashed potatoes and coleslaw. Business owner Muhammad Shahid and his five staff will officially begin serving the public at 11 a.m. on Thursday. The grand opening will see the first 100 customers receiving a free three-piece tender meal with mashed potatoes. See for more information.
Express Tribune
05-04-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
FIA launches inquiry over bank complaint
The FIA has registered an inquiry following a complaint lodged by officials of BankIslami Pakistan Limited, seeking record of five individuals — including three women — from all commercial banks. FIA's Commercial Banking Circle inquiry officer has written a letter to all the commercial banks, stating that after a written complaint by BankIslami senior officer Muhammad Shahid and Manager Zubair Ahmed, inquiry number 98/2024 has been registered against directors and associates of M/s Denim and Clothing, namely Farhan, Muhammad Hanif Machiyara, Maria Farhan, Iqra Hanif, and Aqsa Suleman Bawany. The FIA has requested the branch managers of the commercial banks to appear before the inquiry officer along with details of banks accounts and verified documents dated before Jan 8, 2025, including AOFs, SS cards, CNIC copies, complete debit and credit vouchers, IBFTVs account number, bank debit and credit cards and up-to-date account statements of the aforementioned individuals. It has directed banks to report whether these individuals hold any locker accounts or have availed other financial facilities. The FIA has also sought photocopies of any credit or debit transactions amounting to Rs100,000 or more, along with bank accounts details.
Express Tribune
30-03-2025
- Express Tribune
Two held for extortion
The Rawat police arrested two individuals on Saturday for allegedly blackmailing citizens in exchange for money and a car. The suspects, identified as Muhammad Shahid and Zahid, were apprehended by authorities, according to a statement from the Rawalpindi police spokesperson. The accused reportedly recorded a video of three individuals, including a woman, and used it to blackmail them. The victims were targeted in the Rawat area, where the suspects forcibly took them and filmed the incident. During the operation, the police recovered an Alto car and Rs7,000 in cash, which had been extorted from the victims.
Express Tribune
30-03-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Eid shopping spurs economic activity amid financial woes
As inflation, economic instability, and unemployment weigh heavily on the youth, Eid-ul-Fitr has emerged as a season of temporary economic relief. Across the city's bazaars, markets, public spaces, highways, and neighborhoods, hundreds of makeshift stalls have sprung up, providing short-term employment opportunities to young individuals and various other workers. These stalls offer a range of items, including ready-made clothing for men, women, and children, as well as shoes, slippers, and other accessories. Given the financial constraints of many families, shoppers are prioritizing affordability. Most citizens are budgeting between Rs 2,500 to Rs 3,000 for their Eid shopping, with ready-made shalwar kameez priced at Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000 and shoes or slippers costing up to Rs 1,000. As a result, vendors selling budget-friendly clothing and footwear are experiencing high footfall, while those catering to higher-income groups continue to attract customers willing to spend more on premium products. According to Khawaja Jamal Sethi, Patron-in-Chief of the All Karachi Tajir Alliance, the average per capita Eid shopping expenditure for children in low-income families ranges between Rs 1,500 and Rs 2,000, while adults typically spend Rs 2,000 to Rs 2,500. Many families are limiting their purchases to just one pair of shoes or slippers per person. However, a significant number of underprivileged families remain unable to afford Eid shopping, relying instead on the assistance of welfare organizations and philanthropists. Muhammad Shahid, a trader specializing in Peshawari and other traditional slippers at Keamari Masan Chowk, highlighted that rising inflation has led to a 40% decline in footwear sales compared to last year. Shoppers are now opting for budget-friendly slippers, sandals, or shoes priced between Rs 1,000 and Rs 1,500, a stark contrast to previous years when many customers would purchase multiple pairs. Despite the downturn, middle-class buyers with relatively stable incomes continue to prefer Peshawari slippers, known for their durability and comfort. These handcrafted slippers, available in over 30 designs and 20 colors, have seen a resurgence in demand, particularly for the classic round T-shaped Peshawari slippers, which were popular before 1990. Prices for these slippers range from Rs 2,500 to Rs 5,500 or more. Haji Farman Gul, owner of Phul Chappal Maker, shared that his family's Keamari-based business has been operating for over 50 years, spanning three generations. He emphasized that Peshawari slippers are still handcrafted, requiring multiple stages of preparation-from taking precise measurements to cutting the leather and assembling the final product. The trade follows the traditional "ustad-shagird" (master-apprentice) model, ensuring the craft is passed down to younger generations. He noted that Eid is the peak season for their business. Artisan Resham Gul further explained that many skilled craftsmen hail from various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). On average, an artisan earns 30% of the total sale price per pair and can produce at least four pairs daily. Some workers operate under contract-based wage systems.
