a badge of status or a journey of inquiry?

. The writer holds PhD in Administrative Sciences and teaches at the University of Plymouth, UK. Email: zeb.khan@plymouth.ac.uk There was a time when a PhD signified more than a credential. It reflected immersion in a field, intellectual discipline, and the ability to question assumptions/knowledge rather than merely reproduce them. Today, that ideal feels increasingly distant … Read more

UK parliament votes against inquiry into PM Starmer over Mandelson

Parliament considers probe of Starmer’s statements on case, with committee to assess whether PM misled if approved British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech at the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers (USDAW) Annual Delegate Meeting at the Winter Gardens Blackpool, in Blackpool, Britain, April 27, 2026. REUTERS British lawmakers voted on Tuesday … Read more

Amid Iran War and Tensions with Neighbors, U.A.E. Goes Its Own Way

As Saudi Arabia prepared to host a summit of Gulf Arab leaders on Tuesday, political commentators in the neighboring United Arab Emirates began furiously dropping hints online that major news was coming. For weeks, Emirati officials had been openly expressing frustration with their Arab neighbors, complaining about their weak stance toward Iran, which had fired … Read more

Punjab bets big on tourism with first-ever investment expo

Punjab holds first tourism expo in Lahore, showcasing investment potential and sector growth plans A view of the Magnificent Punjab Tourism & Investment Expo 2026 held in Lahore. Photo: Govt of Punjab The Punjab government held its first comprehensive tourism showcase in Lahore on Tuesday, terming it a milestone in efforts to transform the province into a … Read more