Digging Up The Roots Of Human Culture – Analysis
What led humans on the unique path of cultural development? And can we do anything useful with newly reconstructed histories of this process? Culture is central to defining humanity. Throughout...
View ArticleNo Easy Cure For The Philippines’ HIV Crisis – Analysis
By Marph Daryl O Porras Since the first confirmed case of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) in the Philippines in 1984, cases have skyrocketed, with an average of 55 individuals diagnosed daily in...
View ArticleThe Trump Factor And Iran’s Choices – Analysis
By Gaddam Dharmendra In recent weeks, the leadership of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been compelled to cope with mounting challenges on multiple fronts, and typically, the Iranians have responded...
View ArticleThe Political Earthquake Amidst Manipur’s Religious Rift – OpEd
The violence in Manipur, India, has brought the growing tide of religious persecution in the country to the forefront. Since May 2023, the state has witnessed violent clashes between the Hindu Meitei...
View ArticleThe Role Of Sports In Regional Harmony: Lessons From South Asia – OpEd
Pakistan stands as a example of how sports can unify a nation and serve as a bridge between countries, even amidst political tensions. Its rich history in cricket, squash, hockey, and other sports has...
View ArticleShadow Wars At The Durand Line: Unmasking The Threat
The unchecked rise of cross-border terrorism emanating from Afghanistan has become a pressing concern for Pakistan and the broader region. Recent incidents along the Durand Line, including armed...
View ArticlePSX Closes The Week At Historic High Despite Volatility – OpEd
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) remained volatile throughout the week ended on November 29, 2024. The volatility stemmed from acceleration in political instability amid opposition party reaching to...
View ArticlePakistan Refinery Takeaways From Analyst Briefing
Pakistan Refinery (PRL) held its corporate briefing session on Friday to discuss FY24 financial results and provide insights on the future outlook. Key takeaways are as follows: Company posted topline...
View ArticleThe Fallout Of July Jailbreak And Looming Civil War In Bangladesh – OpEd
Bangladesh, a nation lauded for its steady economic growth and social advancements, finds itself at a critical crossroads. The July uprising has ushered the country towards new hope to build a...
View ArticleOuter Space Weaponization and Potential Gaps within PAROS – OpEd
The growing militarization of outer space reflects a shift from its earlier perception as a protected, peaceful domain to an arena where nations are actively advancing their strategic and military...
View ArticleA Planet On The Brink: The Imperative For Comprehensive Climate Action – OpEd
Climate change is no longer a distant threat but an immediate, multidimensional crisis challenging ecological, economic, and social stability across the globe. The indicators are unambiguous: rising...
View ArticleWinter Blackouts In Kashmir: A Crisis Of Power And Productivity – OpEd
Kashmir and other locations amply indicate that energy may be utilized in the same way as a weapon to manipulate people’s activities. Interrupted electricity supply, especially in winter, has...
View ArticleTurkey’s Natural Gas Dependency On Gazprom And US Sanctions: Possible...
Following the US sanctions on Gazprombank, Turkey's request for an exemption from these sanctions to continue importing natural gas from Russia has brought energy dependency issues back into focus....
View ArticleEni: Agreement In Côte d’Ivoire To Protect And Restore 14 Forests In Total...
Eni signed Friday an agreement with the Côte d'Ivoire's Ministry of Water and Forests to launch a project to preserve and restore forest areas in the country. The initiative, which follows the...
View ArticleWhy Is Sidestepping Kazakhstan’s Constitution To Suit Minister, President Not...
In early November, Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid a state visit to France at Emmanuel Macron's invitation. On this occasion, EURACTIV's Théo Bourgery-Gonse, in a piece entitled...
View ArticleUzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s Speech At Legislative Chamber Of...
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan delivered a speech at the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis, emphasizing environmental protection and the green economy. Shavkat Mirziyoyev highlighted...
View ArticleIran Refutes Allegation Of Violating Chemical Weapons Convention
Iran’s UN mission dismissed the accusation that Tehran has violated the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) by enhancing its chemical weapons capabilities. In a post on its X account on Thursday night,...
View ArticleIsrael Criticized For ‘Provocative Actions’ In Lebanon Despite Ceasefire...
By Najia Houssari Israel was criticized on Friday for provocative actions in Lebanon, despite the ceasefire agreement currently in force. The Israeli military said Lebanese residents were prohibited...
View ArticleJemaah Islamiyah’s Disbandment Appears Irreversible – And Real – Analysis
By Zachary Abuza At an event orchestrated by Indonesia’s counter-terrorism agency (BNPT) in late June, Abu Rusydan and 15 other senior Jemaah Islamiyah members read out a statement announcing that...
View ArticleChina Tests Bilateral Waters With US Prisoner Exchange
By Qian Lang Three Americans who Washington says were wrongfully imprisoned in China have landed back on U.S. soil as part of a rare prisoner swap with Beijing, in a move analysts said could signal...
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