HBL remains Pakistan’s top bank as H1’23 profits surge 50% to Rs 51.5 billion
HBL’s H1’23 results, underpinned by client centricity, were driven by strong organic growth. Exceptional performance across all business segments further cemented the Bank’s leadership position.
Aisha Abdel Gawad debut novel called “Between Two Moons” reflecting post 9/11 America
Aisha Abdel Gawad's debut novel, 'Between Two Moons,' vividly portrays the struggles of young Muslims in post-9/11 America.
Egyptian foreign ministry summons Swedish envoy over offensive protests
Egypt summons Sweden's envoy over Quran desecration protests in Stockholm, igniting diplomatic tensions and questioning freedom of speech.
Global reactions to Qur’an desecration Scandinavia
Condemning Qur'an burnings in Scandinavia: A global call for respect, unity, and religious understanding in the face of hate speech.
Iran enforcing ‘intensified’ hijab crackdown: Amnesty
Iran was convulsed for months by unprecedented protests sparked by the September 2022 custody death of Mahsa Amini, 22, who had been arrested by the morality police for purportedly breaking the rules.
NASA data shows global sea level consistently rising over last 3 decades
Observed increase in global sea levels attributed to added water from melting ice sheets and glaciers, and expansion of seawater as it warms, says NASA
Taylor Swift’s surprise career shift to television
Taylor Swift surprises fans with a meta-feminist TV series, transforming her hit songs into empowering narratives.
Sweden working to ensure disrespect of Quran not repeated: Foreign minister
Attacks on Muslim holy book are 'despicable,' says Tobias Billstrom
Biden claims to have ‘ended cancer’
The US leader’s announcement has caught many Americans by surprise
China announces new foreign minister
Wang Yi has returned to replace Qin Gang, who spent just seven months in office
Chinese president urged military to prepare for war with ‘declining’ West
Xi Jinping reportedly warned in 2020 that a regional conflict could spiral out of control
Kremlin reveals details of Russia-Africa summit
Some 49 African countries will be represented at the two-day event