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. The writer is an Economist based in Islamabad. For insights and updates, follow on Twitter: @SalmanAneel or reach out via email at aneelsalman@gmail.com Six years ago, I described motivational speakers as the new form of Banarasi Thugs. Looking at the industry in 2026, however, my description now seems rather generous. What was once a … Read more
As Vermont’s health commissioner, he helped create a model for providing food and dental care. Later, he directed the first national vaccine program.
Anwar Ibrahim says no evidence links Pakistan to Pahalgam attack in Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim said any tie of Pakistan to Pahalgam attack, yet to be established. PHOTO: REUTERS Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected a suggestion that Pakistan was responsible for the Pahalgam attack in Indian … Read more
The president’s A.I. post barrages, far more intense than during his first term, are redefining the presidency and driving a debate over his state of mind.
. The writer is a former Secretary to Government, Home & Tribal Affairs Department and a retired IG. He can be reached at syed_shah94@yahoo.com My article on ‘Governance and Bureaucracy’ published recently in these columns received a tremendous response from all shades of opinion – serving and retired civil servants, senior professionals, former superior court … Read more
[As alarm from the highest echelons of A.I. companies mounts, Buckingham Palace said the king would meet with executives to explore how the technology can be used for good.
16-year-old student held; police claim suspect confessed, disclosed assaults on other children The gruesome incident has sparked concern in the area, with authorities pledging a thorough and impartial investigation to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. PHOTO: PEXELS HYDERABAD: A five-year-old girl was allegedly raped and strangled to death at a seminary in Tando … Read more
The case is the third reported death linked to a rapidly expanding outbreak that has sickened more than 670 people in the state.
[President Trump said Ukraine’s attacks on Russian oil refineries were “hurting the world,” amid a global energy shock driven primarily by the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Altman said AI extinction risks are serious enough that companies and governments must act “I actually think that, given everything happening with safety, right now would be an ill-advised moment to go public,” he said. PHOTO: REUTERS OpenAI will not go public in 2026, Chief Executive Sam Altman said in remarks published on Saturday, citing … Read more