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Trump and Harris have wrapped up their campaigns in Pennsylvania with contrasting messages: Harris champions hope and unity, while Trump holds firm on fearing a national decline. The race hinges on high turnout in key areas.
Bill Clinton reflects on American democracy’s fragile state in a rare sit-down with CNN, detailing Kamala Harris’ potential presidency, and his lingering regrets over trade and peace deals.
Once a symbol of luxury with direct flights to global hubs and designer uniforms by Pierre Cardin, PIA showcased Pakistan’s prestige. Today, it struggles as a debt-ridden liability—how did it fall so far?
The Punjab Government is tackling an influx crisis of breast cancer through a data-led, women-focused approach, blending free treatment facilities with education and outreach to improve early detection and reduce mortality in vulnerable communities.
Imran Khan is a symbol of chaos in Pakistan, not a political martyr. He came to power with military support and adopted authoritarian behavior, using Islamic values and anti-Western sentiments for political gain. Disqualifying him from the Oxford Chancellorship is the right decision, according to a British newspaper.
Justice Yahya Afridi has been nominated as Pakistan’s next Chief Justice, bringing decades of legal experience and involvement in key constitutional cases. His judicial career spans from the Peshawar High Court to the Supreme Court. But who is he beyond the titles?
This year's SCO Summit in Islamabad reinforced the Eurasian allies' commitments to clean energy, digital revolutions, and financial integrity—majorly, paving the road for an SCO Development Bank.
India's Foreign Minister S Jaishankar is attending the 2024 SCO Summit in Islamabad, aiming to focus on regional cooperation and economic progress.
"Several prominent heads of state are coming to SCO Summit. Pakistan seeks strong diplomatic relations with Russia, China, the UK, and the US. The political turmoil in Pakistan continues solely due to the obstinacy of one party," says Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar.
Pakistan is making a bold comeback on the world stage with the 2024 SCO Summit in Islamabad, turning challenges into opportunities for regional influence and economic renewal. This is more than a summit—it’s Pakistan reclaiming its voice in global affairs.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang's visit to Pakistan strengthens strategic ties and advances key projects like CPEC, while the SCO summit positions Pakistan as a vital trade hub for regional cooperation.
The SCO Summit 2024 in Islamabad will focus on enhancing regional security, economic cooperation, and climate resilience, with Pakistan playing a key role in fostering multilateral ties.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is a powerful regional alliance driving security, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange across Asia, with growing geopolitical influence.
With improved fiscal stability, rising exports, and climate resilience efforts, Pakistan is poised for sustainable growth and relief from its debt cycle, says the IMF
The 2024 SCO Summit in Pakistan on October 15-16 will bring together heads of government from member nations like China, Russia, India, and Iran, focusing on security, economic cooperation, and regional connectivity.
Talking to Hotseat from The Thursday Times, former SECP Chairman Zafar Hijazi reveals the judiciary's involvement in the 2017 Panama Papers case, the pressure he faced, and his decision to stand firm.
The first 2024 presidential debate in Philadelphia between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump was a fiery exchange, where Harris fiercely defended the Biden administration but struggled with some misleading claims, while Trump, though brash and confrontational, capitalised on his familiar style, attacking Harris on the economy and immigration but failing to offer concrete solutions, leaving voters with sharp contrasts and exposed weaknesses in both candidates.
Imran Khan's bid for Oxford University's Chancellorship has sparked controversy, with a British newspaper highlighting his past remarks, including calling Osama bin Laden a "martyr" and praising the Taliban. The backlash focuses on his views on women's rights, education, and his belief that women should "remove temptation" to prevent rape.
Mohsin Habib Warraich, the trusted frontman of ex-spy chief General Faiz Hameed, has fled Pakistan for London, dodging a corruption probe linked to Faiz's shady power abuses, luxurious lifestyle, and high-stakes deals, with insiders spilling that he now flaunts his wealth in a flashy Rolls-Royce while Faiz faces the heat back home.
Behind the scenes, President Biden, battling Covid and feeling betrayed by allies, views Barack Obama as a puppet master orchestrating efforts to push him out of the race, causing friction within the Democratic Party as Biden grows increasingly resentful and considers stepping aside, despite public insistence that he will remain a candidate.
Maryam Nawaz's first 100 days as Punjab's Chief Minister have been transformative, launching ambitious projects like the Nawaz Sharif IT City, the Free Medicine Delivery Project, the "Never Again" women’s safety app, day care centers at workplaces, and the CM Pink Games, setting a robust foundation for sustainable growth and women's empowerment, with her proactive leadership promising a progressive and thriving future for Punjab.
Imran Khan's jail cell, equipped with luxuries like an LED TV, cooler, private kitchen, and library, starkly contrasts with his own past directives to remove such privileges for prisoners like Nawaz Sharif, illustrating the irony and political complexities of his incarceration despite being involved in cases for selling state properties, and misusing his authority while in power in a show of financial misconduct.
From the late General Pervez Musharraf to the family of Asif Ali Zardari, the newly-revealed Dubai Unlocked files reveal millions of dollars stashed away in luxury Dubai properties scattered around the Emirate for some of Pakistan’s wealthiest personas.
Maryam Nawaz's time as Chief Minister of Punjab focuses on addressing key issues like waste management and healthcare, with efforts geared towards enhancing the province's welfare and infrastructure.
Gohar Ali Khan, a seasoned legal professional, has smoothly transitioned to the chairmanship of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), culminating in leading the party amidst challenging times for former cricketer Imran Khan.
Hajra Khan's new tell-all book on Imran Khan shakes the very foundations of the former cricketer's loyal support base, detailing his rock-and-roll excursions, rampant drug abuse, and unapologetic playboy lifestyle, continuing even into his later years.
Khawar Maneka, once praising Imran Khan as a "noble gentleman" and denying his role in his divorce, has dramatically reversed his stance, accusing Khan of ruining his 28-year marriage. This stark contradiction, coupled with Maneka's benefits under Khan's government, paints a clear picture of hypocrisy.
The sudden dismissal of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, coupled with the subsequent resignations of key figures including co-founder Greg Brockman, reveal deep-seated tensions within the coveted AI firm.
A new investigation by The Thursday Times reveals that key PTI associate Farhat Shahzadi, alias Farah Gogi, purchased a Vanuatu passport in 2021 in order to evade law enforcement agencies.
The Thursday Times has carried out a detailed investigation into a purported passport leak linked to Ms Farhat Shahzadi, who also goes by the alias of Farah Gogi.
An investigation unveils an alleged 870 million Pakistani rupees political propaganda machine, funded by taxpayer money, to bolster Imran Khan's image through an extensive network of over 1100 social media personnel.
Sharif’s reconciliatory discourse at Lahore's Minar-e-Pakistan strikes a tone which Pakistan hasn't heard in almost a decade.
Jemima Khan, ex-spouse of Pakistan's former PM Imran Khan, expresses a neutral stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, diverging from her ex-husband's pro-Palestine position.
A meticulously orchestrated attack on Israel by Hamas, reportedly planned and green-lighted by Iranian security officials, unravels months of covert operations and coordination among Iran-backed militant groups.
As the storm of conflict between Israel and Hamas rages on, nations around the globe scurry to convey their responses.
As Justice Qazi Faez Isa takes to the helm to assume the role of Chief Justice, the Pakistani nation holds its breath.
