Susan Monarez Faces Daunting Challenges as C.D.C. Director
The agency’s new leader must contend with reduced budgets, mass layoffs, political tumult and a boss determined to reshape public health.
Accountability eludes RDA probe
RAWALPINDI: The fact-finding inquiry initiated by the Punjab Chief Secretary into the Rawalpindi Development Authority (RDA) financial scandal has entered its concluding phase, but without accountability in the loop. Written testimonies from six employees of the RDA Finance Directorate, along with two retired officers, have been submitted. A pivotal hearing is scheduled for July 31 … Read more
Thursday Briefing: Trump’s Steep Tariffs on Brazil
Plus, the future of Mexican music.
Fed Keeps Rates Steady Despite Internal Divisions and Political Pressure
[The central bank kept interest rates steady for a fifth straight meeting, despite badgering from President Trump. It has “made no decisions” on cutting rates at its next meeting, the Fed chair said.
Meta Forecasts Continued Spending as It Races to Build ‘Superintelligence’
The Silicon Valley giant, which has been on a spending spree to hire A.I. researchers, also posted a 36 percent quarterly increase in profit and a 22 percent jump in revenue.
Trump announces trade deal, oil partnership with Pakistan
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a new deal between the United States and Pakistan for the joint development of Pakistan’s oil reserves — a development likely to factor into ongoing trade discussions between the two countries. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, President Trump stated: “We have just concluded … Read more
Kim Kardashian’s Skims Releases New Shapewear. For Your Face.
[The latest product from Kim Kardashian’s company promises to sculpt the cheeks, neck and chin.
Pakistan reach WCL final after India refuse to play semi-final
Listen to article The World Championship of Legends (WCL) took a dramatic turn as India Champions refused to play against Pakistan Champions in the semi-finals due to escalating tensions between the two neighbouring countries, allowing Pakistan to progress to the final. The first semi-final of the tournament was scheduled between Pakistan Champions and India Champions on July … Read more
Ford Is Latest Carmaker to Blame Tariffs for Profit Slump
[The company estimated that duties on imported cars and car parts would cost it $2 billion this year.
Thailand and Cambodia Stepped Back From War, but Their Temple Fight Remains
Intense nationalism and disputed history — and maps — stoke the neighbors’ hostilities. Even a surge of international diplomacy has brought little hope of a lasting peace.