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All eyes are set on 2026 after the scale and pace of developments seen throughout 2025. Changes in how people work, where they choose to live, and how governments respond to a more mobile workforce have gathered momentum. Remote work frameworks have stabilised, artificial intelligence has become part of daily operations, and visa pathways for … Read more
Politics is often described as distant, something that happens in government buildings, policy documents, and election cycles far from daily routines. Yet for Zohran Mamdani, politics has consistently been framed through ordinary experiences: the cost of rent, the price of a bus ride, access to food, and the realities of working-class life in one of … Read more
Pakistan is a land of extraordinary diversity from bustling megacities to serene beaches, historic monuments to towering mountain peaks, and vibrant food scenes to natural wonders that take your breath away. Whether you are an expat planning your first trip or a curious traveller looking beyond the usual guidebooks, this list will show you some … Read more
On January 1, 2026, the skyline of New York City, already defined by its iconic skyscrapers and ceaseless energy, gained a new symbol of transformation: Zohran Kwame Mamdani, sworn in as the 112th mayor of New York City. That night, beneath the heartbeat of the city in an old subway station, Mamdani took his oath … Read more
US retail sales rose 0.6% in February from the prior month, according to data released by the Commerce Department on April 1. The figure beat economist forecasts of a 0.4% increase, as polled by data firm FactSet, and reversed January’s downwardly revised decline of 0.1%. The February result ended three consecutive months of falling retail … Read more
Recent scientific findings indicate that maintaining an inconsistent sleep schedule, particularly irregular bedtimes, may be associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular problems, including heart attacks. Evidence from multiple large-scale studies suggests that sleep regularity is an important factor in heart health, separate from the total number of hours slept. Irregular Sleep Patterns and Cardiovascular … Read more
Saudi Arabia, UAE, and UK drive record-breaking remittance inflows as overseas Pakistanis send more money home than in any previous January Pakistan’s remittance inflows reached $3.46 billion in January 2026, a 15.4% year-on-year increase and the strongest performance for any January on record. The State Bank of Pakistan released these figures on Tuesday. Seven-month totals … Read more
London’s West End is illuminated once again as the Ramadan Lights return, with Mayor Sadiq Khan marking the holy month through a high-profile switch-on celebration highlighting unity and diversity. Every year, London’s West End glows with a new public tradition: an aerial light display that marks the holy month of Ramadan and invites people of … Read more
When India plays Pakistan, the scoreboard tells half the story. Social media writes the rest in memes, jokes, and perfectly timed reactions that outlast any match highlight. Pakistani fans are disappointed right now, but their love for cricket means they’ll be back, ready for the next match. That’s just how it goes with India-Pakistan cricket. … Read more
Starting May 2026, the village of Santa Maddalena in the Funes district of northern Italy is introducing new restrictions that will make it significantly harder for day trippers to access the church and the surrounding village. You have seen it a hundred times on your Instagram feed. A tiny church tucked into a valley in … Read more