Billboard in Iran’s Capital Depicts Trump in a Coffin
Threatening imagery in Enghelab Square is nothing new, but has rarely taken such lurid form.
Actor Usama Khan says Pakistan isn’t producing content global OTT platforms demand
Blames censorship, ‘ban culture’ for lack of true-crime, political, historical stories Actor Usama Khan shared his thoughts on OTT platforms such as Netflix, arguing that Pakistan’s censorship rules and culture of bans prevented filmmakers from telling bold stories. He also called for more documentaries on the country’s historical and political subjects. Khan posted a series … Read more
Taxing retailers
. The government’s endeavour to bring in retailers with a favourable tax slab is appreciated. The intention is not only to ease complex accounting processes – as around three million retailers countrywide are currently untaxed – but also to bolster the exchequer with a decent turnover. The recent proposal introduces a voluntary income tax regime … Read more
The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Delight to Your Day
Odysseus’ social network, performative boredom and decorated envelopes.
U.S. Presses China to Free American Seismologist Accused of Spying
President Trump has urged Xi Jinping to release the scientist, Youlin Chen, the man’s family says. Dr. Chen studied the detection of North Korean nuclear tests.
Treasury to Begin Minting $1 Gold Trump Coin Featuring President’s Face
[Critics question whether the coins are legal and argue that President Trump is using the currency to celebrate himself.
Files relating to India’s largest nuclear power plant Kudankulam exposed in data breach
Leaked files could be exploited to map the plant’s support systems and pinpoint weaknesses in the security chain Police patrol on a beach near Kudankulam nuclear power project in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu September 12, 2012—REUTERS Ransomware group World Leaks has posted on the dark web a huge cache of files related … Read more
New Jersey Couple Aids Meteorite Discovery After it Crashes Through Their Roof
A New Jersey couple helped scientists uncover the makeup of an unusual asteroid after it fell into their bedroom.
Zoha Tauqeer says supporting her mother’s happiness shaped her outlook on life
Actor reflects on losing her father young, embracing change and finding strength through family Rising actor Zoha Tauqeer has opened up about losing her father at a young age, supporting her mother’s decision to remarry, and navigating the pressures of life and work with optimism and self-awareness. In a recent conversation, the Aapa Shameem, Chaalbaaz … Read more
Man Utd sign midfielder Tielemans
MANCHESTER: Manchester United on Tuesday announced the signing of Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for a reported fee of £35 million ($47 million). The 29-year-old, who has signed a five-year deal at Old Trafford, has just returned from the World Cup, where he captained Belgium to the quarter-finals. He is the club’s third signing of the … Read more