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Immigrants give US unique edge : New Study
As the US election season draws a mix of reactions from candidates on the issue of immigration – from xenophobic rejection to reform and inclusivity – a new study highlights immigrants bring enormous economic benefits to...April 12, 2016 1012 0 -
US tightening noose around tax evaders
After making it harder for U.S. companies to avoid taxes through foreign merger, the Obama administration is preparing to unveil a new plan that will expose people using cover of shell companies to hide wealth and...April 9, 2016 914 0 -
What Pakistan’s counterterrorism campaign in Punjab must achieve
After a series of intense civil-military consultations Pakistan has launched a new military operation n southern Punjab, the most prosperous province whose capital Lahore was the scene of a deadly March 27 Easter Sunday attack that killed...April 8, 2016 935 0 -
Panama Papers implications begin with Iceland PM exit – What next?
FEATURED IMAGE above shows Iceland PM and a British Poster on safe havens Photo via Wikimedia Commons A mammoth data of more than 11 million documents – released from the leaked database of a Panama-based law...April 5, 2016 1051 0 -
A Cherry Blossom scene, cloudy day and Washington Monument
In continuation of our Cherry Blossom series, here is another click from an amazing angle. While the white clouds floated in the sky the Washington Monument stood out as thousands thronged the National Mall to have a variety...April 3, 2016 1046 0 -
American Voters : Majority says immigrants strengthen US; opposes Muslims scrutiny
A majority of American voters view immigrants and diversity as enriching the United States, says a new survey while finding fissures between and within Democratic and Republican parties in the charged political season. A Pew Research...April 2, 2016 888 0 -
Obama for joint efforts to address evolving threat of nuclear terror
President Barack Obama Friday called for continued collective efforts to stave off the risk of nuclear terrorism, saying the threat continues to persist and evolve despite considerable progress toward reducing the risk. “By working together,...April 1, 2016 877 0 -
Washington candlelight vigil in memory of Pakistani victims
As Pakistan mourned the loss of more than 70 lives in Easter terror carnage in Lahore, world leaders reacted with outpouring of support for the country that remains one of the biggest victims of terrorist violence....March 30, 2016 1075 0 -
Knowledge Economy : More Americans acquiring newest skills
The candidate should have at least two years of experience, proficient in Quickbooks premier accounting system, skillful in Microsoft Office, experienced in using Deltek Costpoint and Unanet Accounting systems in addition to superior communication skills. Sounds...March 29, 2016 947 0 -
Culture Conversation : American artist’s Urdu songs enliven Pakistan Day
Heather Schmid, an American vocalist and Grammy member, turned what was expected to be a customary National Day event at the Pakistani embassy in Washington DC into a fascinating US-Pakistan intercultural celebration. Performed in near-perfect Urdu...March 25, 2016 1492 0
