photo: fileAmidst the current global economic competition, there are talks within the Russia-led political bloc about introducing a new international currency called BRIC. The aim is to decrease the influence of the United States in the global trade market by de-dollarising it. According to an expert, Pakistan is currently facing a severe balance of payments crisis, with a history of mostly being in deficit. “Pakistan will first need to build up its foreign exchange reserves before joining BRICS, as it would require a foreign currency (such as the US dollar) to purchase BRIC for global trade,” he said. The BRICS group is scheduled to meet in Durban, South Africa, in August for the 15th BRICS Summit.

Fried foods, especially fried potatoes, may be linked to an increased risk of anxiety and depression, according to a study conducted by researchers at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, China, CNN reports. The study, published in the journal PNAS, found that those who frequently consume fried foods have a 12% higher risk of anxiety and a 7% higher risk of depression than those who do not eat fried foods. Experts caution that the results are preliminary, and it's not clear whether the fried foods were driving mental health issues or whether people experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety turned to fried foods. The researchers caution that more study is needed to understand the causal pathway and the relationship between fried foods and mental health. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and reducing consumption of fried foods may be helpful for mental health in addition to overall health.

In this article, I will shed a broader light on the causes and consequences of intolerance in society and discuss potential solutions. Intolerance in society can stem from various sources, including social, political, and economic factors. One of the most common causes of intolerance is a lack of exposure to diverse perspectives and cultures. Intolerance can lead to social fragmentation and division. To address intolerance in society, it is important to address the underlying causes.

Share:LAHORE - The Central Academy of Fine Arts and the Secretariat of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) are collaborating to organize a remark­able art exhibition titled “Silk Road: Artists’ Rendezvous - The Silk Road in Children’s Eyes.”The exhibition aims to promote inter-civilization dialogue and co­operation on a global level, while providing a platform for children and young artists to showcase their talent and creativity. This event is being organized in partnership with the Good-Neighborliness, Friend­ship, and Cooperation Commission of the SCO and the China Interna­tional Culture Association, and Paki­stani children and young artists aged between 5 and 16 are invited to sub­mit their artworks to the Organizing Committee before May 20, 2023. The theme of the exhibition, “The Silk Road in Children’s Eyes,” en­courages young artists to creatively express their interpretation of the historic Silk Road through their art­works, reflecting their unique per­spectives and cultural influences. This presents an exciting oppor­tunity for Pakistani children and young artists to showcase their creative skills and gain interna­tional recognition as their artworks will be exhibited at a prestigious venue during the event. Children and young artists who would like to join in the exhibition may visit the links of the official website of the Embassy of China in Pakistan (http://pk.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/zbgx/cultureservice/202304/t20230424_11064579.htm) or the Facebook account of China Cul­tural Center in Pakistan (https://www.facebook.com/cccenterin­pak/posts/pfbid025chkNFxu9B­WpVGf1mSEzt4c6Jbj7roZuox3SA­PABzhndaF3Kys2HomtyJu4oJsWyl) for more details, including the re­quirements of the artworks, the sub­mission guidance and the contact info of the Organizing Committee.

From the Tribune staff reportsBIRMINGHAM – The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is hosting a Job Fair on Thursday, April 27 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The fair will be held at the airport terminal on the lower level in meeting rooms A and B. Participants are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their resume and two forms of I.D. and be prepared to interview on the spot. These positions are being offered by hospitality/travel companies, airlines, retail operators, the federal government, Birmingham Airport Authority, and private contractors.

Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has emphasized the importance of unity, saying it was the responsibility of everyone to play their role and get the country out of the prevailing political and economic quagmire. Speaking at a Eid Milan gathering at Bhutto House Naudero (Larkana) on Sunday night, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said that he was happy to be with his supporters throughout Ramazan and on Eid. The PPP chairman said that his party was trying to persuade the allies to engage in dialogue, even with adversaries, by keeping the national interest supreme. FM Bilawal said that the PPP always stood by the Constitution, the state, the people and provincial rights. He said that the conspirators should stop playing with the fate of the country and give chance to all the stakeholders to resolve national issues.

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Ishaq Dar confirmed that both nations have notified the IMF of their commitment to giving Pakistan $3 billion, with Abu Dhabi pledging $1 billion and Riyadh pledging $2 billion. However, Ishaq Dar and his team have worked hard to meet all the requirements put forth by the IMF, and this has led to the positive news announced on Monday. It is important to acknowledge the great work done by Ishaq Dar and his team in turning around Pakistan’s economic fortunes. It is also important to highlight the significant impact that Ishaq Dar’s strategies and continuous hard work have had on Pakistan’s economic recovery. This news is a testament to the great work done by Ishaq Dar and his team, who have worked tirelessly to put Pakistan on the path to economic prosperity.

What has the impact of the interest rate hike been? The inflation hike is outpacing the interest rate hike. As a result, the use of interest rate hikes may not align with the ground realities. The negative impact of the interest rate hike is also likely to significantly affect small and medium-sized businesses. The adverse effects of the recent interest rate hike are likely to be experienced over the coming months and years.

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Marriyum Aurangzeb addressing a press conference in Islamabad on April 7, 2023. “Neither will the nation forgive those who play with the Constitution, nor will we spare them,” she added. Now, elections will be held on time and not on the advice of Bajwa and the mother-in-law of anyone, the minister added. Also read: SC adopts carrot and stick policyTaking a jibe at the PTI chief, she asked Imran not to play with people’s minds and don’t tell lies in the face of the nation. The minister said that for the sake of power, Imran Khan insulted the people of Punjab and K-P, mocked their representatives and dissolved their elected assemblies.

Share:KHARTOUM-Foreign countries rushed to evacuate their nationals from Sudan as deadly fighting raged into a second week between forces loyal to two rival generals. Over 1,000 EU citizens evacuated from SudanMore than 1,000 European Union citizens were evacuated from conflict-hit Sudan over the weekend, the bloc’s foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said Monday. China evacuates some citizens from Sudan, says foreign ministryChina has evacuated the first group of its citizens from conflict-hit Sudan, Beijing’s foreign ministry said Monday. Beijing’s foreign ministry estimates more than 1,500 Chinese nationals are currently in Sudan. The first group of Chinese citizens has been “safely evacuated”, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday, without giving a specific number.

Share:LARKANA - People from all districts of Sindh on Monday visited Garhi Khuda Bux Bhutto on the third day of Eid-ul-Fitr to offer Fateha at the graves of martyrs of Bhutto Family. They visited the graves of former Chairperson of PPP and First Lady Madar-e-Jamhooriat Late Begum Nusrat Bhutto, Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto founder Chairman of PPP Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Shaheed Mir Murtaza Bhutto and Shaheed Mir Shahnawaz Bhutto and laid wreaths and offered Fateha. The followers of Pakistan People’s Party were carrying portraits of late Begum Nusrat Bhutto, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto, Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Co-Chairman of PPP Asif Ali Zardari.

Entire nation salutes sacrifices of martyrs: PMPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the blast at the CTD police station in the Kabal area of Swat. In a statement, he expressed grief over the loss of precious human lives in the incident. The Prime Minister said the entire nation salutes martyrs' sacrifices. In a statement, he expressed grief over the loss of precious human lives in the explosion. He said we will never forget the sacrifices of the martyrs for the security of the country and the nation.

Around 427 Pakistanis safely reached Port Sudan and are being lodged before arrangements for their onward journey are coordinated, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Monday. The spokesperson, in a statement, said that the FO continued to follow the developments in Sudan and was working with Pakistan’s Missions in the region to provide relief to Pakistanis there. Representatives from the Pakistan International Airline (PIA) and Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and other relevant agencies had also joined the meeting. Read Saudi FM meets Syria's Assad on first Damascus trip since warEarlier, Saudi Arabia’s Embassy in Pakistan announced the evacuation of 91 people, including Pakistanis, from Sudan on Sunday. Sixty-six people from brotherly and friendly countries including Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Tunisia, Pakistan, India, Bulgaria, Bangladesh, the Philippines, Canada, and Burkina Faso have been evacuated.

Share:Thieves looted gold ornaments and cash worth Rs50 million during a jewellery shop heist at a house soceity in Sundar, police said on Monday. According to the First Information Report (FIR), unidentified people entered the jewellery shop and collected 3kg ornaments. The suspects also used gas cutter to break open the cash locker and looted Rs3.3 million cash. The suspects then made with looted booty. A thieve is seen reaching the shop on a motorcycle and later leaving with a sack.