Oil Prices Decline as Market Surplus Fears Overshadow US Pressure on India. Oil markets faced renewed pressure this week, with crude prices falling sharply on concerns that global supplies are tipping into surplus. The decline comes despite the United States intensifying its diplomatic push to persuade India to reduce or end its reliance on Russian … Read more
August 27, 2025 –Gulf Stock Markets Close Mixed as Trump Targets Fed Governor Lisa Cook. Stock markets across the Gulf region closed on a mixed note on Wednesday, reflecting investor caution after former U.S. President Donald Trump attempted to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The move sparked global concerns about the independence of the … Read more
Gulf Stock Markets Edge Higher on Hopes of U.S. Fed Rate Cuts.August 25, 2025 (Reuters): Stock markets across the Gulf region showed cautious gains in early Monday trading, supported by rising optimism that the U.S. Federal Reserve may begin cutting interest rates as early as September. The momentum came after Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish … Read more
ISLAMABAD: The World Bank has committed $47.9 million in funding to Pakistan, specifically directed toward Punjab, to improve school participation, learning outcomes, and access to quality education for both girls and boys. The funding, sourced from the Global Partnership for Education Fund (GPE), is set to play a transformative role in reshaping the educational landscape … Read more
Pakistan Vows to Boost Digital Investment for Economic Growth: Finance Minister Aurangzeb. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is taking significant steps to embrace the future of finance by creating a comprehensive ecosystem for digital investment and virtual assets, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced on Saturday. Speaking at a major event in Islamabad, the minister outlined the government’s roadmap … Read more
Gold Prices in Pakistan Rise Sharply Amid Global Market Surge.Gold prices in Pakistan witnessed a significant upward jump on Saturday, following strong gains in the international market. The precious metal continues to attract investors worldwide, as uncertainty in global economies and financial markets pushes demand for safe-haven assets to new levels. Global Market Influence on … Read more
Powerball Lottery Jackpot: Everything You Need to Know. The Powerball lottery jackpot is one of the biggest and most exciting lotteries in the United States. Millions of people take part every week, hoping to win life-changing money. With record-breaking jackpots reaching billions of dollars, Powerball continues to capture global attention. In this article, we will … Read more
Trump Revokes Security Clearances in Widening Political Shake-Up.President Donald Trump has continued to ignite controversy by revoking security clearances from a growing list of individuals—many of whom are former political opponents, intelligence officials, and high-profile lawyers. Mass Revocations on Political Grounds On August 19–20, 2025, the administration revoked the clearances of 37 current and former … Read more
Hurricane Erin Forecast: Powerful Storm Threatens U.S. East Coast, Bermuda, and Atlantic Canada. Hurricane Erin is making headlines this week as it continues to grow in size and strength while taking a curved path between the United States and Bermuda. Although the storm’s center is expected to stay over the Atlantic Ocean, experts warn it … Read more
Washington, D.C. —United States Halts Visitor Visas for Gaza Residents Amid Social Media Backlash. On August 16, 2025, the U.S. State Department announced a temporary suspension of all visitor visa processing for residents of Gaza, citing a need for a “full and thorough review” of recent issuance procedures for medical-humanitarian visas ReutersPolitico. What Triggered the … Read more