In January 2021, Alice Bender used TikTok to make baby sleep popular. Bender, who was 21 at the time, spoke on her iPhone camera while holding her 5-month-old baby, Fern, in his nursery and explaining why he didn’t have a crib. She claimed, “We literally buy these small baby jail cells so that we can just walk away and put our baby in there. “I don’t have a crib because I’ll never make my child go to bed at a certain hour. Babies are people, too, and it’s cruel to make someone go to bed when they’re not exhausted. Imagine if your partner forced you to go to bed even though you weren’t exhausted and confined you in a space you couldn’t escape from. You would probably abandon them since that would be abusive.

A lop-eared bunny hopped on the ground in the distance next to a piece of white wooden furniture that resembled a crib but was just a few inches off the ground and was missing half of one side. According to Bender, a floor bed enables a baby to sleep when they want to sleep and get up and walk around when they don’t.

Before Bender took it down, the post had more than 7 million views, garnered international attention, and sparked a tonne of tweets (“Next week on this lady’s tik tok: why I let my 5-month child drive”). She continued to give suggestions for baby sleep though. She wrote, “There’s no such thing as sleep training,” in a post from August 2021, and Bender pointed to the words as music played. But it is possible to train a child who was left to die.

A parent from the past would find a lot of this video’s content to be confusing. (That item in her living room that resembles a drying rack with a ramp on it is actually a Pikler triangle, a climbing toy for babies linked with Montessori that acquired popularity on social media during the epidemic and has a retail price of close to $600.) But some information would be well known. #cryitout is one of the hashtags used in the article and it alludes to a technique that was first mentioned in the book The Care and Feeding of Children written by doctor L. 1894: Emmett Holt. According to Holt, if a baby is weeping at night and nothing appears to be amiss, “it should just be allowed to ‘cry it out.'”

Depending on the particular approach, this practice is now known as sleep training, progressive extinction, or Ferberization, but the basic idea hasn’t changed. Because babies can’t tell the difference between day and night at birth and can’t calm themselves, parents must educate them to fall asleep. Bender’s movies represent the “gentle parenting” school of thinking, which is skeptical of anything as strict as “teaching” your child. Following the baby’s lead in deciding when to sleep and wake up is a key component of gentle parenting.

Parents are still engaged in this struggle more than a century after Holt’s book was published. The discussion is taking place on TikTok, where Team Sleep Training is broadcasting its own chicly crafted propaganda, as well as in Facebook groups, Reddit threads, Instagram comments, and other places.

The iPhone 14 is now here, officially. Whether you’re considering an upgrade, or you simply want to know the key changes between these two phones, an iPhone 14 vs iPhone 13 comparison should be helpful. Even though Apple recently unveiled the iPhone 14, the iPhone 13 is still available at a discounted price at the Apple Store.

The iPhone 14 appears to be nearly identical to the iPhone 13 at first look, but it has several noteworthy improvements, such as a larger and brighter main camera sensor, safety features like Emergency SOS via satellite and Crash Detection, and a slightly more powerful version of Apple’s A15 Bionic chipset.

The iPhone 13 is still one of the best smartphones available, despite being reduced in price. You may choose the phone that best suits your needs using this comparison between the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13.

Model:

Apple killed the iPhone Mini this year, drastically altering its iPhone portfolio. Instead, there are two iPhone 14 models: a 6.1-inch model and a 6.7-inch model. The only real distinctions between the Plus and the iPhone 14 are the screen size and battery.

The 6.1-inch iPhone 13 and the 5.4-inch iPhone 13 mini are the only models of the iPhone 13 series still available on Apple’s website.

Design and Display:

The iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 have very similar appearances. Both have glossy backs and are composed of glass and aluminum. Like the previous edition, the front glass of the iPhone 14 sports a Ceramic Shield for increased durability.

The 6.1-inch OLED displays of the iPhone 14 and iPhone 13 are identical. They support HDR, have 800 nits of brightness, and can reach 1,2000 nits of peak brightness when HDR material is present. The iPhone 14 Plus, which has a larger screen with a diagonal measurement of 6.7 inches, is the sole notable difference. This panel is more immersive for watching videos and can display more information at once.

Price:

The basic iPhone 14 costs $799. With the release of the iPhone 14, the iPhone 13 has been reduced to $699 which was originally priced at $799.

Priced at $899, the iPhone 14 Plus is $100 more expensive than the iPhone 14. Currently, the iPhone 13 mini costs $599.

Colors:

The iPhone 14 comes in five colors: Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, and (Product) Red. The iPhone 13 colors include Pink, Blue, Midnight, Starlight, Green, and Red. 

Camera:

The camera module layout on the rear of the iPhone 13 changed from vertically stacked lenses to ones positioned diagonally. iPhone 14 continues in that vein. It retains the somewhat smaller notch from the iPhone 13’s front instead of the Dynamic Island design found on the newer iPhone 14 Pro models.

eSIM-only device:

The actual SIM tray on US models of the iPhone 14 has also been eliminated by Apple, making the iPhone 14 an eSIM-only device. Therefore, the iPhone 13 would be a better option for you if you want a SIM card tray.

Outlook:

A few improvements are included in the iPhone 14 including SOS Emergency satellite connectivity, Crash Detection, and enhancements to low light photography. There are still a lot of similarities to the iPhone 13 despite these improvements.

Overall, it doesn’t appear that the iPhone 14 performs better than the iPhone 13. However, the new phones may be of interest if you currently possess an iPhone 12 or an older model, or if you want to spend out on the new, larger Plus model.

In Pakistan, Karachi serves as the primary centre for the gold market, and every city bases its gold pricing on Karachi Sarafa Bazar Association.

Despite the rupee loss against the US dollar, which lost Rs 6.01 during the week, the price of gold remained steady in Pakistan.

The All Sindh Sarafa Association’s rates for Friday show that gold prices remained unchanged at Rs147,100 per tola and Rs126,115 per 10 grams on Friday.

A day earlier, the price of gold rose by Rs. 1,200 per tola and Rs. 1,029 per 10 grams.

Based on worldwide rates and the rupee-dollar parity, the association establishes local prices. Market custom dictates that when the rupee appreciates against the US dollar and commodity prices rise on the global market, local gold prices often decline.

 It should be noted that the gold price stands below cost and is cheaper by Rs7,000 per tola compared to Dubai.

In the international market, bullion prices rose by $19 per ounce to settle at $1745; however, investors await direction on interest rates from US Federal Reserve.

Meanwhile, silver prices in the domestic market remained unchanged at Rs1,540 per tola and Rs1,320.30 per 10 grams today.

Meera is a home stylist, based in Lahore. She shares home styling ideas, DIYs, and hacks on her blog “Mias Homesense & Lifestyle”. She offers tips and inspiration for interior design to help you arrange your home in the most aesthetically pleasing way. In this article, she shares some fun coffee table styling tips and arrangements.

A coffee table is a mini focal point of your living room and is the hub of social activity. Style it in a way that looks relaxing and provides a practical place for your everyday essentials rather than being untouchable or staged.

Tray it up:

 A tray helps organize your decor items on the coffee table and allows for functionality as it can easily be whisked away if you need more table space for putting snacks or games on a movie or game night. It also prevents your table from looking cluttered and provides a boundary to your decorations.

Add flowers or natural elements:

Flowers instantly lift the whole space and add life in a way nothing else can. Faux or real, natural elements like flowers, pinecones, leaf stems, etc, add a pop of color and texture to your space.

Play with varying heights:

Use long candle sticks, big vases, or sculptures, paired with a stack of books or flat boxes to vary the height, and create visual interest. Using items of the same height can look flat and boring but make sure you’re not exceeding eye level, as it might become a hindrance while watching TV or conversing with guests.

Create an ambiance:

Candles create an ambiance in your living room, where you unwind and relax after a long, busy day. Scented candles are a coffee table essential, so use them to uplift your mood and the overall appearance of your space.

Get playful:

Be entertaining and give your guests something to break the ice when seated around the table. Use luxe-look board games like modern tic-tac-toe or a marble chess board on the coffee table for a conversation starter or to bring the whole family together for a fun evening.

Coffee is a well-liked beverage that is known for sharpening focus and boosting energy. The caffeine wakes you up and drinking a steaming cup of coffee is extremely relaxing. But is coffee good for you?

Coffee has been connected to a wide range of potential health advantages in addition to its energetic effects, which makes brewing it even more appealing.

Boosts energy levels

Caffeine, a stimulant found in coffee, has been demonstrated to boost energy and reduce exhaustion by changing the levels of specific neurotransmitters in the brain.

Lowers Risk of Type-2 Diabetes

Over time, regular coffee consumption may be associated with a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.

Because of its high antioxidant content, coffee may have an impact on insulin sensitivity, inflammation, and metabolism, all of which are factors in the onset of type 2 diabetes.

Supports brain health

According to certain research, coffee may offer some degree of defence against certain neurodegenerative diseases including Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

Several studies have also shown that moderate coffee drinking may be linked to a reduced risk of dementia and cognitive deterioration.

Promotes weight management

Some studies suggest that coffee may affect how fat is stored and improve gut health, both of which may be helpful for weight management.

Another study discovered that coffee drinkers were more inclined to engage in physical activity.

Lowers Risk of Depression

According to several studies, coffee may be associated with a decreased risk of depression and a lower chance of suicide death.

Protects against liver conditions

It’s interesting to note that some studies suggest coffee may help to maintain liver health and offer disease protection.

For instance, one study discovered a link between drinking more than two cups of coffee per day and a reduction in the prevalence of liver cancer and liver scarring in individuals with liver illness.

Could increase longevity

According to some research, coffee’s numerous potential health advantages may help shorten lifespan.  Studies suggest that those who drink coffee have a lower risk of dying from some of the main causes of mortality, including coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease.

Advice for coffee drinkers:

• Remember that the research concentrates on the advantages of drinking black coffee. If you can’t, stay with low-calorie, low-fat additions like skim milk or almond milk.
• Adults are advised to enjoy a daily cup or two of coffee but don’t use it as a substitute for other healthy behaviors.

On our visit to Multan, the city of saints we got a chance to try out the much talked about hi-tea at yum.

The hi-tea menu ranged from appetisers to main courses to desserts. From the appetisers, we really enjoyed the salads & chaats. They’re super fresh & delicious. The honey chilli wings have to be our top pick, the perfect balance of sweet & spicy was a treat for our taste buds.

The variety of main courses really impressed us, Mongolian Beef and Vegetable Chowmein being our favourites.
Ofcourse we ended our meal with some dessert. The three milk cake and dessert shots tickled our sweet tooth for sure.
All in all, we were amazed by the impeccable service, delish food and lovely ambiance.

Team paperazzi would highly recommend you to give it a try when in Multan!

In May, Instagram started testing a new version of its home feed that featured full-screen images and videos, much like TikTok, and responses to the test were strong.

Instagram is under criticism for adopting new features like those of its challenger TikTok. Playing up short-form video, showing it full-screen as TikTok does, and suggesting posts from strangers are other modifications that drew criticism from users.

Last month, photographer Tati Bruening uploaded a message on Instagram that read, “Make Instagram Instagram again. Stop trying to be TikTok. I just want to see cute photos of my friends.”

More than 275,000 people signed her online petition, which was reposted by social media stars Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian.

According to Instagram’s Head Adam Mosseri, over the next two weeks, Instagram will lessen the number of videos that are promoted to users from accounts they do not follow and will no longer test a full-screen mode for watching posts.

As people share and seek out video snippets more frequently, Mosseri contended that the move to more videos would occur even if the service remained unchanged.

Mosseri declared, “We will need to embrace this transformation because, if you look at what people share on Instagram, video content is becoming more and more prevalent over time.”

On a Wednesday earnings call, Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, backed up that statement by stating that more people are watching videos online.

Zuckerberg paid more attention to the combination of content on Facebook and Instagram as well as the transformation of both apps into discovery engines, again like TikTok.

During Meta’s Q4 earnings call on Wednesday, Mark Zuckerberg mentioned Reels at least 23 times.

“It’s clear short-form video will be an increasing part of how people consume content moving forward, and Reels is now our fastest-growing content format by far,” Zuckerberg said on the call.

What do you think of Instagram’s new updates and features? Tell us in the comment section below.

Looking for ways to make a little pocket money? Here we have a selection of easy things to make and sell online, which almost anyone can do.

Bath bombs and soaps

Bath bombs and soaps are very simple to produce and may be very profitable because they can sell for up to $10 each. Producing bath bombs and soaps to sell is a fantastic way to combine your passion for crafts and your desire for money if you enjoy making things and are crafty.

Jewelry

Selling handmade jewelry online and at craft fairs is a common practice. It’s an excellent place to begin even as a novice, you may produce lovely works, and the start-up expenditures can be kept rather modest.

Candles

A candle-making business can be quite successful. In addition to having a low entry cost, the candle manufacturing market is anticipated to grow to around $5 billion by 2026. There is no scarcity of clients buying their favourite candles.

Baked Goods

Home-based bakeries have recently become more and more popular. More recently, many business owners began selling their cakes, cupcakes, and cookies online before expanding into franchises and standard retail bakeries.

You can prepare a wide variety of desserts at home, including cakes and cupcakes, cookies, brownies, pies, muffins, and pastries.

Homemade Lip balms

One of the simplest products to produce and market with household items is lip balm. Beeswax and natural oils are used in simple formulas that may be put together with only a heat source. Although you don’t require expensive equipment, you should make sure that your setup still complies with industry standards and local laws regarding home production.

Pakistan has faced numerous difficulties since its independence in 1947, including a weak economy, dishonest and incompetent leaders, inadequate civil institutions, conflict and security issues, and regional instability.  However, Pakistan has already demonstrated great resiliency in the face of tragedy.

Pakistan has advanced significantly in terms of industry, airlines, embassies, literacy rates, exports, and so much more.

Literacy rate:

Pakistan has come a long way in terms of literacy rate. At the time of the first census in 1950, the overall literacy rate was 14% in Pakistan.

 The current literacy rate of Pakistan is 58.00%. We have defeated illiteracy with the help of the Pakistani government’s ministry of education. 22 million pupils can now easily access schools and institutions.

GDP by Industry:

Out of the 921 industrial units in the subcontinent, Pakistan only received 34 at the time of independence. They were the cotton textile, cigarette, sugar, rice husking, cotton ginning, and flour milling sectors; collectively, they produced just 7% of the GDP and employed just over 26,000 people.

Now, Pakistan has the 22nd-largest economy. Pakistan’s industries have prospered over the years and are now responsible for 64% of GDP, up from only producing 7%. Agriculture, the automotive sector, cement, steel, tobacco, chemicals, machinery, and the cotton textile industry are among the major industries.

Radio Pakistan:

According to one of the pioneers of Radio Pakistan, three radio stations in Dhaka, Lahore, and Peshawar existed at the time of Independence. In 1947 there was no radio station in Karachi, the capital of Pakistan.

Now, Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation (PBC, Radio Pakistan) is operating 67 broadcasting units. These stations spread across the country and cover 98% of the population and 80% of the total area of Pakistan.

Embassies and consulates in Pakistan:

Since the creation of Pakistan in 1947, Pakistan faced a lot of struggles. Iran was the first country to open its embassy in Pakistan.

Now, there are about 59 Foreign Embassies and 68 Consulates placed in the territory of Pakistan.

Pakistan International Airlines:

PIA was founded on 29 October 1946 as Orient Airways and was initially based in Calcutta, British India, before shifting operations to the newly independent state of Pakistan in 1947.

 After facing a lot of challenges, Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has become one of the best airlines in the world. PIA is Pakistan’s largest airline and operates a fleet of 29 aircraft. PIA’s expansion is uninterrupted, and the airline now serves every domestic destination as well as international locations on four different continents.

Universities and Colleges in Pakistan:

Education is a necessity for any country’s development. At the time of independence, there were only a few colleges and universities in Pakistan.

Now, there are over 190 universities and 2900 affiliated colleges in Pakistan.

IT sector of Pakistan:

Pakistan’s digital growth is undergoing a rapid transformation. One of Pakistan’s fastest-growing industries, IT/ITeS contributes around 1% of the country’s GDP or about 3.5 billion USD. It has already doubled in the last four years. In the next two to four years, it will expand another 100% to $7 billion, analysts predict.

Tourism Industry:

The tourist industry in Pakistan has a lot of potential. The fastest growth rates in tourist arrivals are currently being seen in Pakistan. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the direct contribution of travel and tourism to Pakistan’s GDP in 2016 was ₨793 billion (equivalent to ₨4.0 trillion or US$18 billion in 2021), constituting 2.7% of the total GDP. By 2025, the government predicts tourism will contribute ₨1 trillion (US$4.4 billion) to the Pakistani economy.

Pakistan is experiencing a crisis, yet all is not lost, and there is still hope for Pakistan.

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14^th August is just around the corner. It is a National holiday in Pakistan. It commemorates the day when Pakistan achieved independence and was declared a sovereign state following the end of the former British India.

Here are some ways to celebrate 14^th August with your friends and family:

Decorate Your House

Encourage the kids to adorn your house with flags, banners, balloons, and other items that promote independence in all its vibrant hues. Hoist the National Flag on top of your roof. This will instill a sense of patriotism in your home.

Play “Mili Naghmay”

National Songs reflect the actual feelings of every Pakistani and foster a sense of patriotism and connection. So, gather up and play songs like “Dil Dil Pakistan”, “Hai Jazba Junoon” on repeat.

Wear Green or White Clothes

Anyone who is patriotic for this country feels overwhelmed by wearing green or white clothing. Make sure that everyone in your family, from your grandparents to the smallest members, is wearing green or white clothes, accessorized with Pakistani flag pin.

Visit National Monuments

Take your kids to national landmarks and museums so they can connect with Pakistan’s history by witnessing the past come to life in front of their eyes.

Pray for Pakistan

Pray for Pakistan to be rescued from the evil spirits of anarchy and bloodshed that threaten the country. Pray God to provide a government that will advance the country. Pray that we achieve Jinnah and Allama Iqbal’s goal!