With fuel costs soaring, Trump insists the economy is strong.
[White House aides have sounded bullish on the jobs report, even as warning signs mount amid the war with Iran.
Month: May 2026
Emirates Doubles Down on U.S. and Israeli Ties Amid Iran War
The United Arab Emirates has borne the brunt of Iranian attacks throughout the war, hardening the government’s resolve to reassess its list of friends and foes.
Fed officials weigh stable jobs backdrop against rising inflation risks.
[Fed officials weigh stable jobs backdrop against rising inflation risks.
Can the U.S. Rein in Prediction Markets? + Joanna Stern on Her Year of A.I. Experiments + Our Producer Goes to Attention School
“It seems every other day I am reading a story about a massive insider trading scandal.”
Iran War Live Updates: Trump Insists Cease-Fire Holds Despite Exchange of Fire
The United States said it had attacked Iranian military targets in response to strikes on American ships. Washington and Tehran are debating a peace proposal, Iranian officials said.
How ‘The Sheep Detectives’ Brought its Ovine Sleuths to Life
The filmmakers behind this adaptation of a best-selling novel were adamant that their ovine sleuths not seem like humans in, well, sheep’s clothing.
No plans for Babar’s T20 captaincy return: sources
The possibility of Babar Azam returning as T20 captain has been ruled out. Photo: PCB KARACHI: The possibility of Babar Azam returning as T20 captain has been ruled out. According to board sources, no such proposal is currently under discussion, and the focus remains on giving opportunities to new talent in modern cricket. According to … Read more
Alleged drug cases reported in 58 Pakistani universities in 2025
HEC officials say formal monitoring system introduced to curb drug use and smoking in institutions ISLAMABAD: A worrying rise in alleged drug-related cases was reported in universities across Pakistan, with 365 cases recorded in 58 higher education institutions during 2025, including 10 involving support staff. According to documents obtained by The Express Tribune, the highest … Read more
PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
[ KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Thursday maintained its bullish momentum as investor sentiment strengthened amid easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, pushing the benchmark KSE-100 index higher by 1,190 points to close just below the 173,000 level. Strong buying in banking, cement, oil and fertiliser stocks kept the market firmly in … Read more
Pope Leo, after Rubio meeting, asks God to inspire leaders to calm tensions
Pope Leo XIV leads a holy Mass in Piazza Bartolo Longo in front of the Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei, on the first anniversary of his election, in Pompei, Italy, May 8, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Pope Leo asked that God would inspire world leaders to calm global tensions and reduce hatred … Read more