Israel Begins Burying Its Dead Hostages
With the bodies of 10 people returned from Gaza, Israelis elated by the release of hostages began mourning those who did not make it home alive.
Month: October 2025
State Bank sells Rs934b worth of T-bills, PIBs
Gold soars to new peak at Rs440,900 as it breaks $4,200 barrier globally; rupee edges up ISLAMABAD: KARACHI The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) raised a total of Rs775.9 billion through the sale of Market Treasury Bills (MTBs) and an additional Rs157.8 billion via Pakistan Investment Bonds – Floating Rate (PFLs) in separate auctions held … Read more
China’s Own Immigration Backlash
The response to a new visa for skilled foreign workers has caught even the Chinese government by surprise.
SBP flags delay in Roosevelt loan
ISLAMABAD: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has expressed serious concern over the delay in the repayment of National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) loan relating to the Roosevelt Hotel. The central bank showed concern during discussions relating to the financial challenges facing the Roosevelt Hotel after the termination of a lease agreement with the New … Read more
Derek Rose, Impeccable Purveyor of Luxury Pajamas, Dies at 93
His colorful men’s nightwear was like something made on Savile Row in London — perfect, pricey — except that it was rarely seen outside the bedroom.
Hamas Says It Has Returned All Hostage Remains It Can Recover, Putting Fragile Truce at Risk
The Palestinian militant group said it needed special equipment to locate and extract the remaining remains.
The Penny’s Demise Is Leaving Some Businesses Shortchanged
[Some stores are rounding transactions to the nearest nickel and encouraging customers to pay with plastic, citing the Treasury Department’s decision to phase out the penny.
Covid Vaccines in First Trimester Not Tied to Birth Defects, Study Finds
The results of a large study in France are consistent with previous research indicating that Covid vaccination is safe and effective in pregnancy.
Engagement Gift Ideas From T Magazine
A roundup of T Magazine’s favorite gifts, including whimsical pepper mills, sapphire earrings and more.
Syria vows to respect past deals with Russia
MOSCOW: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday he would honour all past deals struck between his country and Moscow, a pledge suggesting Moscow’s two main military bases in Syria are safe. Sharaa, who once headed the Syrian branch of al Qaeda and who toppled predecessor Bashar al-Assad, a close Russian … Read more