Let’s not pretend this is about deterrence. Let’s not drape another round of bombing in the tired rhetoric of “restoring stability” or “sending a message.” The latest US airstrikes on Iran—because, yes, that’s what they are, no matter how many intermediaries we hide behind—aren’t some calculated chess move. They’re the equivalent of throwing a Molotov...
June isn’t just another month – it’s your final opportunity to get your taxes right before Financial Year 2024-25 closes on the 30th. Here in Pakistan, we file returns after June ends, which means your June salary’s tax deductions must be included. That makes this month absolutely critical for smart tax planning. Why Smart Tax...
It starts with a notification—a sterile email, a red “CANCELED” on the departures board. For Swiss International Air Lines passengers, this moment has become tragically routine. But behind all Swiss flight cancellations lies a chain reaction: a CEO misses a billion-dollar merger signing in Dubai, a lifesaving vaccine shipment to Karachi spoils on the tarmac,...
There’s nothing quite like the sinking feeling when your lights flicker and die during a New Orleans summer. You hold your breath for a second, hoping it’s just a blip, but when the ceiling fan slows to a stop and your phone chirps with that dreaded Entergy outage alert, reality sets in. Another Entergy New...
Walk into any conversation about the future of British energy, and it won’t take long before someone mentions Octopus Energy UK. Once a startup with bold ideas, it’s now shaping how millions of people heat, power, and even think about their homes. But this isn’t just another utility company—it’s a growing movement toward a cleaner,...
I’m still reeling from that ending. You know the feeling – when the credits roll and you’re left staring at your screen going, “Wait… what just happened?” If you’re like me and need to process the Sirens finale explained, let’s unpack this together over a virtual coffee. The Final Moments: What Actually Went Down Remember how...
If you’ve been tracking the markets this week, you’ve likely noticed Waaree Energies stock making waves. As I write this, the counter is trading at ₹2,967.60 – up a staggering 21% in just the past month. My broker friend in Dalal Street jokes that even his tea-wallah is asking about Waaree these days. What’s really...
The Canada Post strike 2025 is already disrupting small businesses across the country, with many entrepreneurs scrambling to find solutions. As someone who’s helped hundreds of businesses navigate previous postal strikes, I can tell you this one hits differently. The post office strike comes at a time when many shops are already stretched thin –...
The rhythmic sizzle of fresh tortillas hitting hot oil signals more than breakfast in Mexico – it’s the sound of an economic engine at work. The chilaquiles economic impact stretches from rural cornfields to urban restaurants, supporting countless livelihoods. This isn’t just a dish; it’s a powerful economic force wrapped in crispy tortillas and vibrant salsa that...
Tucked away in the rocky corners of Gilgit-Baltistan grows a plant most people wouldn’t look at twice. It’s thorny, rugged, and barely noticeable unless you know what you’re looking for. The locals call it zakh. The rest of the world knows it as seabuckthorn—and it might just be one of Pakistan’s most underestimated natural assets....