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An AI-generated beauty queen, Kenza Layli, has made history by winning the first-ever Miss Artificial Intelligence (AI) title, triumphing over more than 1,000 contestants to secure a $13,000 prize. The Moroccan digital influencer was crowned during the World AI Creator Awards (WAICAs), earning a $5,000 cash prize, support on the world’s largest AI creator platform, and a dedicated publicist. Kenza Layli’s striking virtual presence and engaging personality captivated a panel of judges, which included AI influencers Emily Pellegrini and Aitana Lopez, alongside real-life experts such as pageant historian Sally-Ann Fawcett and marketing guru Andrew Bloch. Contestants were evaluated on their beauty, social media influence, and innovative use of AI technology. Sofia Novales, part of Lopez’s management team, praised Layli for her exceptional facial consistency and detailed features, including hands, eyes, and clothing. Novales highlighted Layli’s commitment to addressing real-world iss...

ISLAMABAD: Oman’s SalamAir has expanded its operation in Pakistan, as first flight from Muscat landed at Islamabad airport on Tuesday morning, ARY News reported, quoting the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). According to details, the inaugural flight of SalamAir, OV563, arrived in Islamabad at 2:55 AM with 203 passengers on board, was greeted with a water salute when it arrived at Islamabad Airport. https://arynews.tv/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Salam-air.mp4 Following Islamabad, SalamAir is set to commence flights to Lahore starting tonight. The airline will operate five weekly flights, stated Airport Manager Aftab Gilani. SalamAir has chosen the Airbus A321 aircraft to service this route, ensuring passengers a comfortable and efficient travel experience. The Airbus A321 is known for its modern amenities, spacious seating, and advanced technology, enhancing the overall journey for passengers. Read more: Pakistan, Oman agree to further enhance cooperation in aviation sector Oman’s ...

Protests aimed at pressuring the Israeli government to reach a hostage deal with Hamas began across the country on Sunday, with demonstrators blocking roads and picketing at the homes of government ministers. Protests began at 6:29 am (0329 GMT), corresponding to the time of Hamas’ Oct. 7 assault on Israel, according to Israeli media. The demonstrators took to the streets, blocking rush hour traffic at major intersections across the country. They briefly set fire to tires on the main Tel Aviv-Jerusalem highway before police cleared the way. Efforts to secure a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza after  nine months of war  have gained momentum in recent days, with officials expressing optimism but saying gaps remain between the sides. Gaza health authorities say more than 38,000 Palestinians have been killed in the offensive launched in response to Hamas’ attack on southern Israel, in which 1,200 people were killed and over 250 taken hostage, according ...

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Jason Gillespie, the newly appointed head coach of Pakistan’s red-ball cricket team, landed in Karachi on Sunday, ARY News reported.  Gillespie will join the squad’s training camp, with plans for a press conference at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium. A meeting between Gillespie and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi will also be on the agenda during his visit. Gillespie’s imminent arrival comes ahead of the Pakistani Shaheens’ upcoming tour to Australia, where they are set to play two four-day matches against Bangladesh A. Jason Gillespie is prepared for his assignment as head coach of Pakistan’s red-ball team, as preparations intensify for hosting Bangladesh in a two-match Test series scheduled for August and September. Read more: PCB appoints Gary Kirsten, Gillespie as coaches for white, red-ball cricket Gillespie, who played 71 Tests and 91 one-day internationals (ODIs), had coached Zimbabwe and other Australian domestic teams. Grant Bradburn left as Pakistan’s head coach in Janua...

Hamas has accepted a U.S. proposal to begin talks on releasing Israeli hostages, including soldiers and men, 16 days after the first phase of an agreement aimed at ending the  Gaza war,  a senior Hamas source said on Saturday. Hamas has dropped a demand that Israel first commit to a permanent ceasefire before signing the agreement, and would allow negotiations to achieve that throughout a first six-week phase, the source told Reuters on condition of anonymity because the talks are private. A Palestinian official close to the internationally mediated peace efforts had said the proposal could lead to a framework agreement if embraced by Israel and would end the nine-month-old war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The conflict has claimed the lives of more than 38,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza health officials. The war erupted after Hamas attacked southern Israeli cities on Oct. 7, killing 1,200 people and taking some 250 hostages. The Hamas source said the proposal en...

ISLAMABAD: A contempt plea has been filed in Islamabad High Court (IHC) against the suspension of No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Islamabad power show, ARY News reported. As per details, the plea was filed by the Coordinator of Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Aein Khanzaada Hussain against the suspension of the NOC for Tarnol Jalsa. The petition urged the court to initiate contempt of court proceedings against the officials as the NOC was cancelled despite the court order. The petition named the Chief Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, Inspector General, and Superintendent of Police (SP) Tarnol, among others, as respondents. According to the petition, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad on July 4 had informed the court that an NOC has been issued to PTI. READ: NOC for PTI’s public gathering in Islamabad suspended Later when the PTI leader Amir Mughal was taking the officials to the power show site, he was arrested by police outside the DC Office, the p...