Dyani White Hawk Explores Links Between Indigenous Motifs and Abstract Expressionism
A survey at the Walker Art Center celebrates the interdisciplinary artist Dyani White Hawk, whose works are grounded in the Lakota philosophy of connectedness.
Month: October 2025
Oil industry accuses OGRA of harassment
Says regulator’s actions violate legal boundaries; urges focus on genuine regulatory challenges ISLAMABAD: The Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan (OMAP) has expressed serious concerns over the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) for allegedly harassing the petroleum industry by intruding into deregulated sectors while failing to perform effectively in its actual regulatory areas. The oil … Read more
‘Frankenstein’ Review: Guillermo del Toro’s Creature Rises
The director’s interpretation of Mary Shelley’s classic novel is the movie he was born to make.
SBP reserves rise by $21m to $14.44b
KARACHI: Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves recorded a marginal increase during the week ended October 10, 2025, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP). The SBP’s reserves rose by $21 million, reaching $14,440.8 million, up from $14,419.8 million a week earlier. Overall, the country’s total liquid foreign reserves stood at $19,810.5 million … Read more
U.S. Museums Band Together to Fight Funding Cuts and Censorship Threats
About one-third of U.S. museums have lost government funding this year alone. Now, they look ahead — and find ways to move forward, despite the obstacles.
Debt, climate risks hurt economy
KARACHI: Persistent fiscal imbalances, low domestic savings, weak productivity, and climate-related shocks remain critical hurdles preventing sustainable progress, noted the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) in its Annual Report on the State of the Economy 2024-25. The SBP projects GDP growth in FY26 at 3.25-4.25%, near the lower end of its forecast range, while inflation … Read more
Smartmatic Added to Bribery Indictment of the Company’s Executives
[Federal prosecutors filed charges last year alleging a scheme to obtain contracts from the Philippine elections commission.
‘Black Phone 2’ Review: Ethan Hawke Is Back Behind the Mask
This horror sequel starring Ethan Hawke creates a more cohesive picture than the original, while deploying a new bag of scary tricks.
Sustainable growth hinges on realistic policies
Experts advocate reforms tailored to ground realities, rather than quick fixes to satisfy lenders LAHORE: After years of extreme turbulence, the economy of Pakistan is showing some encouraging signs of stabilisation. However, this mild optimism, according to experts, could remain fragile unless supported by long-term, realistic and home-grown policy frameworks. Economists and industrialists agree that … Read more
U.S. Military Killed Venezuelan Fisherman in Suspected Drug Boat Attack, Family Says
For the first time, one of the 27 people killed in U.S. airstrikes on suspected drug vessels has been publicly identified.