As Europe steers through the intricate currents of the year 2025, the continent stands amidst profound political realignments and transformations upon the stage of international affairs. These unfolding shifts are recalibrating the EU’s posture in matters of defence, diplomacy and economic stewardship, mirroring a grander aspiration for heightened sovereignty and steadfast resilience within a swiftly […]
Youth is nature’s rich, beautiful and vibrant tapestry, woven with the threads of dreams, emotions and boundless energy — transcending the vigour of age and the aged alike. This period of life is marked by a thirst for knowledge, willingness to experience and a drive to explore countless ways to overcome challenges. With heightened emotional capacity, […]
Why do nations fight? Land, honour, glory, God, revenge or grievances? You can give me a million excuses, but I will always posit that it is invariably about resources. Without resources (including human and material resources), nations amount to nothing. It’s the economy, stupid! That is why nations need to pay attention. I have written […]
National security does not develop in isolation. It draws legitimacy and strength from justice (the rule of law), inclusion (political and economic) and social consensus. No amount of pontification cloaked in nationalistic, religious jargon or the continuous creation of institutions (one after the other) can safeguard national security interests in an environment filled with suspicion, […]
Hamas wants a comprehensive deal to end the war in Gaza and swap all Israeli hostages for Palestinians jailed in Israel, a senior official from the Palestinian group said, rejecting Israel’s offer of an interim truce. In a televised speech, Khalil Al-Hayya, the group’s Gaza chief who leads its negotiating team, said the group would […]
Marlon Wayans stars alongside rising actor Tyriq Withers in the trailer for Him, a horror movie produced by Jordan Peele. The film, directed by Justin Tipping, will hit theaters on September 19, 2025. It features Wayans as a seasoned quarterback who takes an up-and-coming football star under his wing. However, the training goes far beyond […]
United States President Donald Trump’s administration said on Friday it sought Harvard University’s records on foreign funding and on some foreign ties going back a decade, in the government’s latest escalation against the educational institution. The Trump administration has launched a widely condemned crackdown against top US universities, including Harvard, over pro-Palestinian campus protests and […]
The Punjab government will launch Pakistan’s first-ever ration card program on May 1, aiming to support more than 1.25 million low-income families across the province, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced on Friday. Speaking at a ceremony in Lahore, Maryam said the ‘Punjab Ration Card’ will provide financial assistance of Rs10,000 over a four-month period to […]
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has issued a strong warning to the federal government, stating that the controversial canal projects could endanger the federation’s unity. He demanded that the federal authorities withdraw the proposed canal initiatives or risk losing PPP’s support in the ruling coalition, Express News reported. Speaking at a public […]
In an exciting new twist to the marketing for 28 Years Later, fans have uncovered a hidden message embedded in the latest trailer. This Easter egg leads to a secret website, adding an interactive element to the upcoming horror sequel’s promotional campaign. The trailer, which features a star-studded cast including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ralph Fiennes, Jodie […]