Author: Abdulrehman
Most 401(k) plans stick to traditional investment vehicles like publicly traded stocks and bonds. However, private equity historically reserved for institutional and wealthy investors — is now being considered for inclusion in workplace retirement accounts. This shift has sparked both excitement and concern as financial companies aim to “democratize” access to private investments. The Growing Push to Expand Access Empower, a major player in the retirement services industry, recently made headlines by offering employers the option to include private equity in 401(k) plans. Empower CEO Ed Murphy likened this move to the revolutionary introduction of 401(k) accounts decades ago, which…
A cherished photograph of my mother on her wedding day has always stayed with me. Dressed in a self-designed strapless mandarin orange gown, she beams as she sips soda and laughs with loved ones at her wedding banquet in 1980s Hong Kong. Her elegant pillbox hat and sheer shawl complete a look that defied the typical bridal fashion of her time. Inspired by Western haute couture and limited by budget, she crafted her own dream look with help from a neighbor seamstress. Her story struck a deep chord with me as I prepared for my own wedding. After a civil…
Superman surprise cameos bring fresh excitement to James Gunn’s newest DC epic. The film packs in nods, Easter eggs, and heartfelt appearances that span the director’s creative career while setting up major future projects in the DC Universe. Gunn’s Fanboy Touch: Hidden DC Easter Eggs Director James Gunn has long embraced his comic book fandom, and Superman brims with Easter eggs. Audiences can spot references like a highway sign pointing to Gotham City and other visual cues that ground the movie in a rich DC lore. Bradley Cooper Channels Jor‑El Bradley Cooper voices Jor‑El via hologram at the film’s start…
Bill Ackman’s professional tennis controversy has stirred intense criticism from former tennis champions, fans, and journalists. The billionaire hedge fund manager, known for his outspoken presence on social media, stepped onto the professional court for the first time and it didn’t go unnoticed. While the match fulfilled a personal dream for Ackman, it also triggered widespread outrage over fairness and sportsmanship in professional tennis. Ackman’s Professional Tennis Dream Becomes Reality Bill Ackman made his professional tennis debut on Wednesday at the Hall of Fame Open in Newport, Rhode Island. He teamed up with former three-time Grand Slam doubles champion Jack…
Flash flood disasters in the US have dominated headlines in recent weeks as severe storms devastated multiple states, claiming lives and overwhelming infrastructure. From Texas to North Carolina, Illinois to New Mexico, communities faced record-breaking rainfall, rising rivers, and tragic losses. Experts point to a deadly combination of stalled weather systems, burn-scarred land, urbanization, and climate change as key drivers behind the surge in intense summer flooding. Catastrophic Flooding Hits Multiple States Back-to-Back Over the July 4th weekend, slow-moving thunderstorms dumped unprecedented rainfall across Texas, releasing more than a season’s worth of water in a single day. Rivers overflowed in…
The Federal Reserve building renovation controversy has ignited a new political firestorm, with Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought demanding a formal investigation into what he describes as excessive and poorly managed spending. The $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s Marriner S. Eccles headquarters has become a focal point in former President Donald Trump’s ongoing criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, intensifying an already tense relationship between the administration and the central bank. Mounting Criticism Over the $2.5 Billion Project During an appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box, Vought openly criticized the ongoing renovation of the Marriner S.…
KARACHI – Lyari Building Collapse Authorities have arrested eight senior officials of the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) and the owner of a building that collapsed in Lyari, Karachi, killing 27 people. The arrests follow the filing of a First Information Report (FIR) confirming that criminal negligence by both public officials and the property owner led to the tragedy. The five-storey residential building, located on Fida Husain Shaikha Road near Lea Market, collapsed early on Friday, July 4, resulting in the loss of dozens of lives. Rescue efforts concluded on Sunday, confirming 27 fatalities. Officials had previously declared the structure…
Islamabad, Pakistan – Young Education Leader In a remarkable achievement, Ms. Kanwal Bijoro has emerged as the youngest female CEO in Pakistan’s education industry. With deep roots in a small village in District Sanghar, Sindh, she began her academic journey in Tando Adam and later advanced her education in the capital, Islamabad. Journey from Sanghar to the Capital Born in Sindh’s District Sanghar, Kanwal Bijoro grew up in a community where educational access, especially for girls, was scarce. Despite these limitations, she remained committed to her studies, finishing her foundational education in Tando Adam. With the support of her family…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan Army Diplomacy Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, declared his recent international visits a “successful diplomatic maneuver,” signaling a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s evolving foreign policy. The announcement came during a high-level military meeting, the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference, at the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi on July 10, 2025. This marked one of the rare occasions where the country’s military leadership made a direct public statement on Pakistan’s foreign diplomatic engagements. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Munir provided an in-depth briefing to top military commanders, reflecting on his official…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan Seafood Trade Pakistan’s seafood exports recorded a significant rise in the fiscal year 2024–25, reaching USD 489.2 million, a 20.5% increase from USD 406 million in FY 2023–24. This positive trend, according to the Marine Fisheries Department’s report, indicates stronger performance driven by several proactive government initiatives and rising global demand. Furthermore, export volume also saw a notable growth of 19.8%, jumping from 202,400 to 242,484 metric tons. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry credited this success to enhanced regulatory oversight, increased export diversification, and improved international market access. Indeed, these factors have helped solidify Pakistan’s standing in the…