Category: ARTICLE

The Journey of the US Economy and Global Markets from “One-Way Siphon” to “Two-Way Rupture”

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
US financial markets, dollar currency and global investment trends

Rising US debt, tighter dollar liquidity and shifting investor sentiment are reshaping global markets and challenging America’s financial dominance   (By: Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) For decades, global investors have channelled vast amounts of money into US stocks and government bonds. These investments helped finance American consumer spending and business expansion. They also strengthened the dollar’s position in international markets. Today, several economic pressures threaten this long-standing pattern. Rising government debt, tighter dollar liquidity and changing investor sentiment are reshaping the relationship between the United States and the global economy. Investors…

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France and the Enduring Politics of Protest

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Demonstrators gather in Paris with French flags, reflecting France's long tradition of political protest.

France and the Enduring Politics of Protest by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Nations are shaped not only by their institutions and constitutions but also by historical experiences that leave a lasting imprint on the collective mind. Some societies develop a particular sensitivity to injustice, while others acquire a deep suspicion of authority. In France, the memory of revolution continues to inform the relationship between the state and its citizens. More than two centuries after the overthrow of the monarchy, the French remain willing to challenge policies they regard as unfair, defend…

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AAPI Voters in 2026: Key Trends Ahead of US Midterms

Tariq Nehal Khan

PAKISTAN CHRONICLE The AAPI Vote in 2026: What Has Shifted Within This Diverse Electorate? Experts say nine in ten registered Asian American and Pacific Islander voters plan to vote on 3 November, but fear, new voting rules and thin funding could keep many away from the ballot box By Tariq Khan Source: American Community Media (ACoM) national news briefing, Friday, 16 October 2026 HOUSTON — With the midterm election just weeks away on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, four national leaders and researchers told reporters at an American Community Media (ACoM)…

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Pakistan’s Maritime Diplomacy: AMAN Exercise and Regional Peace

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Pakistan Navy warships sailing in formation during a maritime exercise in the Arabian Sea.

Pakistan’s Maritime Diplomacy By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal The history of Pakistan’s creation is a testament to the power of political conviction, constitutional argument and determined leadership. The Two-Nation Theory, which gave intellectual and political direction to the demand for a separate homeland for the Muslims of the Subcontinent, found its fulfilment not through violence or terror, but through negotiation, reason and an organised struggle for freedom. The sacrifices of the Muslim leadership and the people who rallied behind it were directed towards the establishment of a state where dignity, security…

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Educate a Woman, Save a Life: Breast Cancer Awareness Must Become a National Priority in Pakistan

Nadeem Ali
Pink ribbon representing breast cancer awareness and women's health in Pakistan

(By Dr. Hira Yousuf Khan, Consultant Medical Oncologist, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom, and Professor Ahmad Nadeem Abbasi, Radiation Oncologist, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi) Breast cancer awareness must extend beyond October and become a year-round national priority in Pakistan. Medical experts are urging families, communities and healthcare institutions to encourage early diagnosis, challenge social stigma and help women seek medical care without fear or embarrassment. Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month brings pink campaigns, fundraising events and public messages encouraging women to recognise breast symptoms and…

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Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan: Educate a Woman, Save a Life

Syed Sardar Muhammad Khondai
Medical specialists call for year-round breast cancer awareness, early diagnosis and better access to screening and treatment in Pakistan.

Educate a Woman, Save a Life: Why Breast Cancer Awareness Must Become Pakistan’s National Priority By Dr. Hira Yousuf Khan Consultant Medical Oncologist, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, United Kingdom Instagram: @hira_yousuf11 Professor Ahmad Nadeem Abbasi Radiation Oncologist, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi Every October, the world is painted pink to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Buildings are illuminated, fundraising events are organised, and social media is filled with messages encouraging women to check their breasts and seek help early. Yet for millions of women, particularly in low- and…

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India’s Democratic Contradictions: Rights, Politics and Global Power

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Indian Parliament building and national flag illustrating an opinion article on democracy and governance in India.

India’s Democratic Contradictions by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal India’s claim to democratic greatness rests on its vast electorate, constitutional framework and extraordinary diversity. Yet democracy is measured not merely by the frequency of elections or the size of the population, but by the protection of fundamental freedoms, the independence of institutions and the equal treatment of citizens. By these standards, India faces serious questions that economic growth and international influence cannot indefinitely conceal. Under the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Indian politics has increasingly been shaped by Hindutva, an ideology that places…

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Van Gogh Painting Unseen for 60 Years Draws Crowds in Hong Kong

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: Sotheby’s staff pose with Vincent van Gogh’s “Châtaigniers en fleurs” (Chestnut Trees in Blossom) at a media preview in Hong Kong on 13 October 2026.

Hundreds Queue to See “Chestnut Trees in Blossom” Before Auction Hundreds of people lined up in Hong Kong on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, to see a Van Gogh painting that has not been shown in public for more than six decades. The work is “Châtaigniers en fleurs,” or “Chestnut Trees in Blossom.” Sotheby’s expects it to fetch about $180 million at an auction in New York on 18 November. The sale could set a new auction record for a Vincent van Gogh work. Background: A Late Work From the Artist’s…

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Muslim Unity and the Designs of Great Powers

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Symbolic illustration of Muslim unity, global power politics and cooperation among Muslim nations.

Muslim Unity and the Designs of Great Powers by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal History is a stern teacher, but nations that refuse to learn from its lessons are condemned to repeat its tragedies. The Muslim world, blessed with immense natural wealth, strategic geography, a common faith and a civilisation that once illuminated the world with knowledge and wisdom, has too often found itself divided, weakened and exposed to the ambitions of powerful nations. The question that demands serious reflection is whether these calamities are merely the consequences of internal failures or…

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H-1B Visa Restrictions and U.S. Green Cards in 2026

Naseer Ahmed Virk
Illustration of U.S. immigration policy, H-1B work visas, Indian technology professionals and employment-based green cards.

America’s New Immigration Reality: H-1B Restrictions, Indian IT Professionals and the Future of U.S. Green Cards As Washington reshapes employment-based immigration, technology companies, skilled workers and Houston employers confront higher costs, tougher scrutiny and uncertainty about long-term residency. CONTRIBUTED ANALYSIS | HOUSTON, TEXAS | OCTOBER 10, 2026 By Naseer Ahmed Virk HOUSTON, TEXAS — The United States is entering a consequential period for employment-based immigration. Changes to H-1B policy, expanded visa screening and persistent green-card backlogs are influencing how American employers recruit international talent and how foreign professionals plan their…

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