How the Iran-Backed Houthis Cornered Saudi Arabia Into a New Conflict
The Iran-backed Houthis have seized on a vulnerable moment for Saudi Arabia, which is reluctant to enter another war, to try to force political concessions in Yemen.
‘A Chorus Line’ at 50-ish: Seeing Through Perfection to the Pain
A new production at Barrington Stage Company reminds us of how the “singular sensation” changed our relationship to performance.
Ukraine wants prototype of European missile defence system by mid-2027, official says
Codenamed Freyja, project relies on allies pooling radars, sensors, control electronics Ukrainian service members walk next to a launcher of a Patriot air defence system, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in an undisclosed location, Ukraine, August 4, 2024. PHOTO: REUTERS Ukraine wants a prototype for a European anti-ballistic system codenamed Freyja to be ready within the first half of next year, a senior … Read more
Oil prices drop after US, Iran pause fighting over weekend
[ Sunset clouds glow over pump jacks at the Airankol oil field operated by Caspiy Neft in the Atyrau region, Kazakhstan, April 21, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Oil prices tumbled more than 5% on Monday after the US and Iran paused strikes over the weekend following two weeks of attacks, raising hopes of a diplomatic solution that … Read more
The Real Reason I Was Looksmaxxing in Midlife: Grief
When you’re older than your mother was when she died, every gray hair and line cuts deep.
Cuba, Lacking Fuel, Relies on Ingenuity to Defy Trump’s Blockade
President Trump has tried to strangle Cuba by blocking its oil imports. But six months later, the island is finding ways to endure.
The Fed’s New Chairman Faces His Biggest Test Yet
[Kevin M. Warsh, who has said the Federal Reserve has “no tolerance” for elevated inflation, must decide whether he wants to push for an interest-rate increase at this week’s policy meeting.
PSX roars back as US-Iran tensions ease
KSE-100 jumps over 5,300 points as Brent plunges 4.2% to $92.74; autos, banks, cement and energy stocks lead buying KARACHI: Equities at Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) managed a muted cheer on Monday as investors took the latest signs of de-escalation between the United States and Iran as a step towards putting the conflict on hold, … Read more
First phase of AJK elections begins as 1.4m voters head to polls
First phase covers Mirpur Division’s 13 constituencies, comprising 4 seats in Mirpur, 3 in Bhimber, 6 in Kotli Over 1.4m voters head to polls as first phase of AJK elections begins. PHOTO: EXPRESS ISLAMABAD: Polling for the first phase of the 2026 Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections began peacefully across Mirpur Division … Read more
GSP+: a bridge, not a destination
[The European Union's latest assessment of Pakistan's performance under the GSP+ preferential trade scheme presents a mixed picture. There is encouraging progress, but also areas of serious concern. The report is neither a recommendation to withdraw Pakistan's GSP+ status nor a clean bill of health. Among the positive developments, the report highlights stronger human rights … Read more