IMF Forecasts 3.5% Economic Growth for Pakistan in FY25
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has affirmed Pakistan's economic growth forecast at 3.5% for the fiscal year 2024-25, maintaining its earlier projection despite global economic challenges.
Economic Stability Amid Global Pressures
The IMF's latest update underscores stable growth expectations amidst global economic uncertainties, including persistent inflation...
US Banking Regulator Michael Barr Resigns Early Amid Tensions with Incoming Trump Administration
Michael Barr, the top banking regulator at the US Federal Reserve, has announced his early resignation, citing the "risk of a dispute" as Washington prepares for a new administration under President-elect Donald Trump. Barr, who had previously called for stricter bank oversight after a...
“England vs Australia T20I Series: Fresh Faces and Rivalry Renewed with Ashes Looming”
England’s T20I series against Australia kicks off with international debuts for Jacob Bethell and Jordan Cox, while the ever-present talk of the Ashes lingers in the background.
With eight matches scheduled over the next 18 days, including three T20Is starting in Southampton, fans are eager...
Navigating the Indus Waters Treaty: Climate Change and Pathways to Sustainability
Recognizing climate change as a shared vulnerability, there's a growing call to shift focus from managing rivers to holistic basin management for sustainability. The 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, facilitated by the World Bank, remains pivotal but faces challenges. India's recent push for treaty amendments...
US Accuses Social Media Giants of Vast Surveillance and Data Privacy Violations
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released a report accusing major social media companies of engaging in "vast surveillance" to profit from users' personal information. This analysis, conducted over several years, focused on nine prominent companies and revealed that they collect extensive amounts...
Boxer Imane Khelif Wins Olympic Match in 46 Seconds Amid Gender Controversy
Brief Match Ends Abruptly
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's women’s 66kg match against Angela Carini was terminated after just 46 seconds. Carini, experiencing pain in her nose, went to her corner and decided not to continue.
Controversy Surrounding Khelif
The fight was particularly notable due to controversy surrounding...
Pakistan’s Constitutional Amendments: Power Struggle Over Judicial Independence
Pakistan’s Proposed Constitutional Amendments Spark Controversy
The latest constitutional amendments proposed by Pakistan’s government have stirred significant debate, with allegations from opposition parties that they could undermine judicial independence. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s administration has faced resistance from opposition leaders, particularly from jailed former Prime...
Woman Rescued 80km from Japan Beach After 36 Hours
Dramatic Rescue off Boso Peninsula
A young Chinese woman in her 20s was successfully rescued after spending 36 hours adrift at sea off the Boso peninsula, south of Tokyo, Japan. She had ventured into the water wearing a rubber ring for swimming, which contributed to...
Iran’s Missile Attack on Israel: Key Details and Implications
On Tuesday night, Iran launched nearly 200 ballistic missiles towards Israel. The Israeli military reported that most of these missiles were intercepted, with only a few causing damage in central and southern Israel. A Palestinian man in the occupied West Bank was the only...
Effective Strategies to Reduce Screen Time for Children: Expert Tips
As screen addiction continues to affect children's health, experts are offering valuable tips to help parents manage screen time. These methods require patience and consistency but can significantly improve children’s physical and mental well-being. Below are some strategies shared by child experts and neurologists...