May2016
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Counting the cost of corruption amid rumbling scandals
As people in developing countries fume over Panama Papers revelations about corruption of their venal elites, a new research paper has said the cost of corruption is wide-ranging, diminishing prospects of economic growth and advancement of societies....May 24, 2016 2739 0 -
Cultural diversity spurs innovation, development
Cultural diversity is an outstanding source of exchange, innovation and creativity, and has the enormous potential to accelerate sustainable development, the United Nations said, amidst fear-based response to influx of refugees in Europe and discriminatory treatment of...May 23, 2016 930 0 -
Kerry: Action against Taliban leader shows US resolve for Afghan stability
Secretary of State John Kerry has said Mullah Mansour, the Afghan Taliban leader – who was targeted in Pakistan-Afghanistan border region with a precision US airstrike on Saturday – directly opposed reconciliation efforts, and that the action demonstrates...May 22, 2016 744 0 -
Culture Conversation: Lahore Literary Festival comes to New York
After steady improvement in bilateral cooperation in the last few years, this summer has brought mixed news for US-Pakistan relations. While Washington and Islamabad contemplate a resolution to the standoff over F-16 jets deal, the people of two countries had...May 21, 2016 2258 0 -
Clinton launches scathing attack against Trump
Almost certain of winning Democratic nomination, Hillary Clinton unleashed the bluntest attack yet on Republican rival Donald Trump for his “dangerous” positions on various foreign policy issues, saying he is disqualified to be the U.S. President. Citing Trump’s...May 20, 2016 720 0 -
How urban upsurge will impact the way we live now
Nearly two-thirds of the global population is expected to live in cities by 2030 and produce as much as 80 per cent of the global gross domestic product (GDP), sparking innovation, reducing poverty and improving the...May 19, 2016 1215 0 -
US remains great place for Muslims despite election rhetoric : Frank Islam
The United States promises tremendous opportunities for growth of American Muslims despite recent election rhetoric on part of some candidates as Muslims are a well-integrated community in the country’s fabric, says prominent entrepreneur Frank Islam. “In spite...May 19, 2016 1191 0 -
After Nevada unrest, Democrats face questions over party unity
After experiencing one of the most divisive election campaigns in the U.S. history, Americans may see more tension at conventions of both the Republicans and the Democrats are to hold in July to nominate their candidates November 8 presidential...May 18, 2016 840 0 -
Trump disclosure puts his net worth at more than $ 10 billion
Republican presumptive nominee Donald Trump has revealed that his net worth is in excess of $ 10 billion. According to his campaign website, real estate tycoon filed his Personal Financial Disclosure (PFD) forms with the Federal Election Commission on Monday. “I...May 17, 2016 766 0 -
Hillary Clinton: Bill to be in charge of economic revitalization
Hillary Clinton says she will put her husband and former president Bill Clinton in charge of economic revitalization efforts, if she wins the race for White House in November 8 election. “My husband, who I’m going...May 17, 2016 751 0