Monday, February 10th, 2025
The Unfinished Audit: Trump’s Quest to Solve the Pentagon’s Fiscal Mystery
by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Before his foray into politics, US President Donald Trump made an unexpected entry into the world of professional wrestling. On April 1, 2007, at WrestleMania 23, he participated in the widely publicized “Battle of the Billionaires,” pitting his chosen wrestler, Bobby Lashley, against WWE Chairman Vince McMahon’s pick, Umaga. The spectacle concluded with Trump emerging victorious, leading to the dramatic shaving of McMahon’s head before a jubilant audience. This theatrical engagement was emblematic of Trump’s signature style—bold, unpredictable, and attention-commanding. Traits that defined his time inRead More
Donald Trump and Abraham Accord
Dr. Muhammad Akram Zaheer The return of Donald Trump to the political spotlight has reignited discussions about his foreign policy initiatives, particularly the Abraham Accords. These landmark agreements, aimed at normalizing relations between Israel and several Arab nations, represent one of the most significant shifts in Middle Eastern diplomacy in recent decades. Analyzing their potential trajectory under a second Trump administration or another U.S. leader provides insight into the broader geopolitical implications for the region.During his presidency, Donald Trump brokered the normalization of relations between Israel and four Arab nations:Read More
Pakistan can reduce cornea scarcity with local donations: Global charity
ISLAMABAD, FEB 10 /DNA/ – Eversight, a global non-profit eye bank, annually collects 10,000 cornea donations in the US, of which 30 percent are provided to other countries, including Pakistan. Mr. Collin Ross, vice president of Eversight, said that for over 75 years, Eversight has enabled donors and their families to give the gift of sight to people in need. Pakistan receives 1,000 donated corneas from Eversight annually, 800 of which are provided to Al-Shifa Trust (AST), the most significant partner of the non-profit in Pakistan, he added. Talking toRead More
Pakistan and Iaea: An enduring partnership
By: Yusra Mushtaq At the invitation of the Government of Pakistan, Director General of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Mr. Rafael Mariano Grossi, will undertake his second official visit to Pakistan in the coming week.As part of IAEA’s outreach program, this visit reaffirms Pakistan’s deepening partnership with the IAEA on the peaceful uses of nuclear technology aimed at fostering socio-economic development of the country. At present, the world is confronting with pressing challenges of its time in terms of climate change, energy security, water scarcity, agriculture and deadly human diseases.Read More
Portuguese ambassador witnesses antiques’ exhibition in Gujrat
Farooq Riaz’s personal collection is a testament to his lifelong passion and dedication to preserving Pakistan’s heritage. Over the course of more than thirty years, Mr. Riaz financed his own expeditions across the country, meticulously collecting artifacts from remote corners and forgotten markets GUJRAT, FEB 10 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of Portugal Frederico Silva visited Gujrat to witnesses an exhibition of antiques collected by Farooq Riaz. The ambassador took keen interest in the items displayed on the occasion and appreciated the great work of Farooq Riaz. Former provincial minister MianRead More
South Africa put 304 on board against New Zealand
LAHORE, FEB 10: Opener Matthew Breetzke scored 150 on Monday — the highest by anyone on ODI debut — as South Africa made 304-6 against New Zealand in the tri-nation series in Pakistan. The 26-year-old’s brilliant 148-ball knock anchored the South African innings after they were sent in to bat at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Breetzke, who smacked 11 fours and five sixes, trumps the 148 made by Desmond Haynes for West Indies on debut against Australia in Antigua in 1978. Breetzke put on 37 for the opening stand with skipperRead More