Reports from The Thursday Times' in-house monitoring desk.
Kamala Harris bets on Hollywood star power to energise voters, but critics warn of backlash amid economic woes. Jill Stein’s rise and Trump’s populism complicate her path in key swing states.
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.
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
