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A Pioneer in Pakistan's Economic Landscape Passes Away

December 27, 2025

In the world of economics, few names stand out as much as Shamshad Akhtar's. She was a trailblazer, the first woman to lead Pakistan's central bank. At 71, she left behind a legacy that spanned decades and touched many aspects of Pakistan's economic life. Akhtar's career was marked by significant m

entertainment

Emma Thompson's Mystery Show: A Hit or Miss?

November 5, 2025

Apple TV's latest series, Down Cemetery Road, is stirring up a lot of talk. It's a mystery show with Emma Thompson in the lead. She's the famous actress who won Oscars for "Howards End" and "Sense and Sensibility. " She also played a fortune-teller in the Harry Potter movies. The show got mixed rev

finance

Africa's Financial Future: Local Currency Lending Takes Center Stage

November 4, 2025

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a key player in global development finance, is shifting its focus to boost local-currency lending and direct investments in African companies. This move aims to help projects grow big enough to catch the eye of major global investors. Makhtar Diop, the IF

politics

Ukraine's Air Defense: A Night of Missiles and Drones

June 1, 2025

Russia unleashed a wave of missiles and drones on Ukraine during the night of May 30 and 31. The Ukrainian Air Force was quick to respond. They spotted three Kh-59/69 cruise missiles taking off from Belgorod Oblast. They also saw two jet-powered drones and two S-300 interceptors. These were launc

politics

Ukraine's Midnight Strikes and Diplomatic Maneuvers Draw Attention.

February 10, 2025

Ukrainian forces made a nighttime assault on a Russian airfield in southern Russia. Reports say the strike ignited a blaze at Primorsko-Akhtarsk airfield, used to dispatch Iran-designed drones into Ukrainian territory in border regions from the Krasnodar region. The Ukrainians have develope

politics

Russia's Winter War Strategy in Ukraine

November 2, 2024

As the conflict in Ukraine heads into its third winter, Russia is turning up the heat. Military experts are pointing out that Russian forces are likely to target key areas in the Donetsk region, aiming to gain control of vital logistics hubs and cities. One of the recent captures includes Selydove,