The planned trip by the Taiwanese leader was reportedly called off after US officials expressed their opposition to his stop in New York, according to three individuals familiar with the matter, as cited by a newspaper. While Lai’s office had not formally announced his Latin American itinerary, on Monday, it stated that the president had cancelled all international travel to prioritize ongoing tariff negotiations with the US and oversee typhoon recovery efforts in southern Taiwan. Taiwan’s president is not officially permitted to visit the US, given that Washington does not recognize its government. However, Taiwanese leaders have historically utilized “transit…
Author: Raja Zahid Khanzada
As the August 1st tariff deadline looms, governments worldwide have been scrambling to offer concessions to United States President Donald Trump. This past Sunday, the US president secured his most significant triumph to date, as European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen, akin to the leader of a vassal state paying homage to an emperor, journeyed to Trump’s private golf course in Scotland to present her tribute. This came in the form of an entirely one-sided tariff agreement, in which Brussels accepted a substantial tariff increase and committed to spending hundreds of billions of dollars on US fossil fuels and…
Karachi, Pakistan – Pakistan’s equity market experienced a downturn on Tuesday as investors opted to secure profits ahead of the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) crucial monetary policy announcement, scheduled for Wednesday, July 30. The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index closed at 137,964.81 points, marking a decline of 1,415.24 points, or 1.02%, from its previous close of 139,380.05. During the trading session, the index initially climbed to an intraday high of 140,331.01 points, gaining 0.68%, but then slid to a low of 137,636.37 points, reflecting a drop of 1.25%. “Profit taking seems to be setting in at 140,000,…
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has formally requested that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) provide the names of sugar mill owners. This demand comes in response to the ongoing sugar crisis plaguing the nation. During a committee session chaired by Junaid Akbar Khan, FBR officials were pressed for details on mill owners who allegedly benefited from export subsidies and tax exemptions. Simultaneously, the Ministry of Industries and Production faced intense questioning regarding the escalating sugar prices and the rationale behind recent import and export decisions for the commodity. Committee member Riaz Fatyana leveled serious accusations, alleging that the nation…
Netflix has revealed the initial glimpse of its new Pride and Prejudice limited series, featuring a star-studded cast including Emma Corrin, Olivia Colman, and others. The streaming service unveiled the first look at the women of the Bennet family, which also features Freya Mavor, Rhea Norwood, Hopey Parish, and Hollie Avery. Additional cast members announced for the series include Rufus Sewell, Louis Partridge, Jamie Demetriou, Fiona Shaw, Daryl McCormack, and Siena Kelly. Euros Lyn is directing the series, with Dolly Alderton penning the script. They are joined by executive producers Emma Corrin, Laura Lankester, Will Johnston, and Louise Mutter. When…
Dax Shepard has recently shared one of the more unconventional parenting approaches he and his wife, Kristen Bell, employ with their children. The Armchair Expert podcast host revealed that their daughters, Lincoln (12) and Delta (10), are permitted to swear, albeit with specific guidelines. Shepard explained the couple’s ground rules: “They are allowed to swear, not with impunity, but when it’s called for, and they land it, and it’s in the house and not out at a restaurant, it’s OK.” The actor further detailed how he introduced the concept of swear words to his daughters, stating, “I just told the…
The Jonas Brothers recently opened up about their experiences with fatherhood and revealed some of the “alternate truths” they share with their daughters. In a clip from the upcoming Mythical Kitchen’s Last Meals episode with host Josh Scherer, Joe, Nick, and Kevin Jonas discussed their 20th-anniversary tour and new album, Greetings From Your Hometown. During their conversation, the topic shifted to fatherhood, prompting the brothers to share personal anecdotes. Kevin Jonas, father to 11-year-old Alena and 8-year-old Valentina (whom he shares with wife Daniella Jonas), admitted to telling a particular fib about marshmallow fluff. “My kids just discovered fluff. It’s…
Jennifer Aniston is reportedly embracing a grand approach to her new relationship, reminiscent of Tom Cruise’s well-known romantic gestures. According to Star Magazine, the 55-year-old Friends alum is “going all-in” to impress her new boyfriend, self-help guru Jim, sparing no expense. An insider revealed to the outlet that Jim, 49, has “barely touched his credit cards.” The source added, “He’s financially comfortable, but he’s nowhere near her league.” With an estimated net worth of $320 million, Aniston, the former wife of Brad Pitt, reportedly has no qualms about covering the costs, whether it’s for luxurious yacht excursions or private jet…
Sources cited by RadarOnline indicate that the relationship between country music icon Reba McEntire and her long-term boyfriend, Rex Linn, is reportedly encountering difficulties. Insiders reveal that McEntire’s “controlling nature” and her alleged treatment of Linn “like her assistant” are causing tension in their personal lives. The couple is currently occupied with filming the new season of Happy’s Place. An insider stated, “She’s bossing him around and barking orders and it’s easy for her to do that because they’re both on the show.” The source further elaborated, “She treats him like her assistant because he’s always around on the set,…
Pete Davidson, 31, recently shared the story behind a “humiliating” tattoo he ultimately had to get covered. The SNL star explained that he was so inspired by a comment from legendary comedian Dave Chappelle that he had it permanently inked on his chest. During his appearance on First We Feast’s Hot Ones series, Davidson recalled Chappelle attending one of his comedy routines and complimenting him afterward. “This was before [Dave] was back, so seeing him was like crazy, going ‘What the f—?'” Davidson said. “And I got off stage and he was like, ‘I watched your whole set — it…
