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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A potential mass shooting is stopped at the last moment. Authorities arrest a Delaware student — a Pakistani immigrant — found with guns, body armor, and a notebook detailing an attack linked to the idea of “martyrdom.” We'll walk you through what investigators uncovered. The Pentagon inspector general finalizes his long-awaited report on Signalgate — the controversy surrounding Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's use of Signal on his personal phone while discussing U.S. military strikes. We'll break down what the review found and what questions remain ahead of the redacted release. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Debt Relief Advocates: Learn what debt reduction you may qualify for. Go online and visit https://DRA.com BUBS Naturals: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code PDB at https://Bubsnaturals.com Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
First, The Indian Express' Soumyarendra Barik discusses Sanchar Saathi, the government developed cybersecurity app that has raised serious concerns about privacy and consent.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Brendan Dabhi who breaks down the case of two young Pakistani couples who crossed the Rann of Kutch, allegedly for love. (16:40)In the end, we take a look at Jharkhand workers who are set to return home after being stranded in Cameroon for months. (24:50)Hosted by Ichha SharmaWritten and produced by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
The scale of the Minnesota fraud scandal is jaw-dropping by anyone's measure, with more than a billion dollars illicitly drained from welfare programmes, mostly by members of the large Somali community. Some of the early attempts to investigate this mass fraud were reportedly silenced over fears of racism - and we've seen this story before, with the Pakistani grooming gangs scandal in the UK. But just as it's absurd to argue that every British Muslim man is a sex offender, it's clearly wrong to say that every Somali in the US is a thief. And in the aftermath of the National Guard terror attack, carried out by an Afghan immigrant who'd worked with the CIA, many think it's now open season on all Muslims - and accordingly, Republican congressional candidate Valentina Gomez has been posting clearly hateful views about wanting all Muslims out of Texas. She joins Piers Morgan - in a display of truly jaw-dropping bigotry - alongside Uncensored's other guests, former US Navy Seal Rob O'Neill, Palestinian-American journalist Omar Baddar and Pakistani-born American author, activist, and attorney Qasim Rashid. Piers also speaks to Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security, Tricia McLaughlin. Piers Morgan Uncensored is proudly independent and supported by: PDS Debt: Get started with your free debt analysis in just 30 seconds at https://PDSDebt.com/PIERS Oxford Natural: To watch their full stories, scan the QR code on your screen or visit https://oxfordnatural.com/piers/ to get 70% off your first order when you use code PIERS. Masa Chips: Ready to give MASA or Vandy a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to http://masachips.com/PIERS and using code PIERS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The PBD panel reacts to Tucker Carlson's confusing stance on Pakistanis, Muslims, and Tommy Robinson after his new conversation with Piers Morgan. Pat breaks down Tucker's contradictions, internet “code switching,” and why the data debate around crime, culture, and immigration is getting louder across the new media world.
Explicit. Joe Rogan, Nick Fuentes, Mr. Reagan. Muslim Inbreeding, Black Crime, Low IQ DEI Judge responsible for woman set on fire Nick Fuentes. 6% of the population commits 50% of the crime Joe Rogan shocked by UK Arab inbreeding statistics Steven Crowder Somalia is truly a paradise. The country has: – 49% of the population inbred – An average national IQ of 67 (70 qualifies for mental retardation) Post Steven Crowder @scrowder Somalia is truly a paradise. The country has: – 49% of the population inbred – An average national IQ of 67 (70 qualifies for mental retardation) – Four decades of nonstop civil war – Fraud rings, violent gangs, and tribal militias everywhere There is nothing enviable about any of it. Post Wall Street Apes @WallStreetApes Joe Rogan shocked by UK Arab inbreeding statistics, “Strap yourself in for this” - 70% of all Pakistanis are inbred - Half of everyone living in the Arab world are inbred - All inbreds have a 400% increased chance of having an IQ considered mental retardation - BBC investigation in Britain revealed that at least 55% of the Pakistani community in Britain was married to a first cousin - Turkey has between 25-30% more stillbirths among immigrants - BBC's research also discovered that while British Pakistanis account for just 3.4% of all births in Britain, they accounted for 30% of all British children with recessive disorders and a higher rate of infant mortality - Medical evidence shows that one of the negative consequences of inbreeding is a 100% increase in the risk of stillbirths - Findings on intelligence research shows that if one parents are cousins — intelligence goes down 10 to 16 IQ points, the risk of having an IQ lower than 70 increases 400% amongst children from first cousin marriages (considered mental retardation) “We're going to be called Islamophobic for even bringing this up — people don't like the truth” Post Machiavelli @TheRISEofROD Nick Fuentes Post speckzo @realspeckzo Nick Fuentes. 6% of the population commits 50% of the crime Explicit DEI Judge responsible for woman set on fire Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/5QrLKd8UVbM?si=JqXuDb0g2RMGnyap Compound Media 194K subscribers 11,891 views Nov 21, 2025 The Anthony Cumia Show A Chicago Judge released a violent felon with over 49 arrests. The man went on to set a woman on fire while riding Chicago public transportation. Judges need to be held accountable.
Nick Robinson speaks to Shabana Mahmood, British Home Secretary, about her far-reaching proposals to shake up the UK immigration system, designed to make asylum seekers think twice before attempting to enter the country illegally.She also shares her own experience of racism as the daughter of Pakistani immigrants, and her belief that ensuring secure borders is the best way to combat this. Under her plans, refugee status will be made temporary, with frequent reviews, meaning people could be returned to their home country if it is deemed safe. Refugees will also need to live in the UK for 20 years before they can apply to stay permanently, a signifcant increase on the current five years. The removal of failed asylum seekers will be speeded up, and Shabana Mahmood is revoking the legal duty to provide them with support such as housing and money.Presenter: Nick Robinson Producer: Lucy Sheppard and Daniel Kraemer Editor: Justine LangGet in touch with us on email TheInterview@bbc.co.uk and use the hashtag #TheInterviewBBC on social media.(Image: Shabana Mahmood. Credit: Wiktor Szymanowicz/Getty Images)
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we sit down with Rayyan, the entrepreneur behind one of Pakistan's fastest-growing food brands - OD.From a disciplined childhood in madrassah to running his father's company at a young age, Rayyan's journey is a mix of family pressure, resilience, and a deep desire to build something of his own. He shares how he transformed a family business, shifted from textiles to food, burned through cash in restaurants, sold his company, and then partnered with the same buyers to build OD into a national franchise.We explore:Growing up as the first-born Cash flow, failures & the reality of the restaurant businessScaling OD, acquiring it back & running a franchise-only modelLocation strategy, operations, and how to build a food business that lastsThe future of Pakistani brands and Pakistan in 2050A deep dive into business, leadership, family pressure, and the journey of building modern Pakistani brands.Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Rayyan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rayyansohail/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to Kickstart for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://kickstart.pk/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sushant Sareen about the Pakistani 27th amendment that gives Asim Munir unabashed powers in Pakistan. They also talk about the rumours surrounding the alleged death of Imran Khan. Follow Sushant: X: @sushantsareen #operationsindoor #induswatertreaty #pahalgam #islamism #pakistan #terrorism #kashmir ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we sit down with Yasir Suleman Memon, Founder & CEO of Salesflo, one of Pakistan's biggest enterprise SaaS companies, now used globally across multiple markets.We explore:Why second-tier Pakistani cities never developedHow AI is reversing Pakistan's freelancing boomWhy Pakistani founders lack “IPO hunger”Why startups MUST list publicly to retain talentWhy government will NOT fix anything and private enterprise mustSocials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Yasir's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasirsmemon/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to Kickstart for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://kickstart.pk/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
Matthew Syed - table tennis Olympian, writer, broadcaster, thinker and Rosebud fan - is our guest today. And this is a genuinely fascinating, and inspiring, conversation. Matthew tells Gyles about his unconventional and wonderful family: his charismatic father, his hardworking and loving mum, his brother and sister and his best friend, Mark. He talks about his Pakistani father's experience of racism at work, he talks about how he and his brother got into table tennis, and how the unique ecosystem in their part of Reading - guided by the teacher, mentor and coach, Peter Charters - created a number of champions in the sport. Matthew's story is fascinating, gripping, and moving. We really encourage you to listen to this episode - this interview, and the characters who are described in it, will inspire you. It's a special one. Thank you to Matthew for sharing your story with us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Akhi Pillalamarri (@akhipill) assesses whether and when India will attack Pakistan. Timestamps 0:00: Chougule introduces episode 0:58: DC Forecasting and Prediction Markets Meetup 2:25: Intro ends 4:25: Interview begins 4:46: Pillalamarri's background 5:53: Pillalamarri's experience with prediction markets 6:33: Polymarket lines on Indian strike on Pakistan 7:10: Background on India-Pakistan conflict 8:11: Why do India and Pakistan go to war? 9:34: Pakistan's strategy 11:47: Spike in Polymarket market 12:13: Nuclear weapons 12:57: Terrorist attack in India 18:10: Indian military options 19:50: Indian hardliners 20:51: Pakistan's hand 25:18: China 26:38: Saudi Arabia 27:50: Munir 28:14: Pakistani military 29:06: India's point of view 30:01: Hardline Indian policy 32:50: Timing of an Indian strike 35:21: Market rules on "strike" 36:33: No Indian ground forces 37:06: Indian strike in 2027 Star Spangled Gamblers is a podcast on betting and winning real money on politics. Follow SSG on Twitter @ssgamblers Bet on the India-Pakistan conflict at Polymarket.com, the world's largest prediction market. https://polymarket.com/event/india-strike-on-pakistan-by?tid=1764041734299 The next DC Forecasting and Prediction Markets Meetup is on Tuesday, Nov 25 from 6-9pm at Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company. This month's speaker is John Bennett. John was the co-organizer of the recent Manifest x DC conference that took place earlier this month and will be leading a discussion about what worked well, what didn't, and what we could do to scale next time. A BBQ buffet and fountain drinks will be provided free of charge to this month's attendees. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Last-minute/onsite walk-in RSVPs here on this Partiful event page are welcomed! https://partiful.com/e/VoLn8aAh4pabxrxczwiz Who are we? We are prediction market traders on prediction markets like Kalshi, Manifold, PredictIt, and Polymarket, forecasters (e.g. on Metaculus and Good Judgment Open), sports bettors (e.g. on FanDuel, DraftKings, and other sportsbooks), consumers of forecasting (or related) content (e.g. Star Spangled Gamblers, Nate Silver's Silver Bulletin, Scott Alexander's Astral Codex Ten), effective altruists, rationalists, futurists, and data scientists. Forecast on Manifold how many people will attend meetups this year: https://manifold.markets/dglid/how-many-attendees-will-there-be-at?play=true Help us grow the forecasting community to positively influence the future by supporting us with an upvote, comment, or pledge on Manifund: https://manifund.org/projects/forecasting-meetup-network---washington-dc-pilot-4-meetups Get notified whenever a new meetup is scheduled and learn more about the Forecasting Meetup Network here: https://bit.ly/forecastingmeetupnetwork Join our Discord to connect with others in the community between monthly meetups: https://discord.com/invite/hFn3yukSwv
Human rights activist Raja Miah joins the program to expose the Pakistani rape gangs that have infiltrated communities across England. Miah is not a typical whistleblower — he is a multi-decade, award-winning human rights advocate and a Muslim who has spent years fighting for vulnerable victims silenced by the system.With the unexpected support of Elon Musk, Miah says he has avoided extended prison time and now has a platform to reveal abuses that reach into the highest levels of the British government. He also shares his deep frustration with the mainstream media's refusal to cover what he believes is one of the most consequential scandals in modern British history.You can follow Raja Miah at https://x.com/recusant_rajaSee exclusives and more at https://SarahWestall.Substack.com
Aman Ullah Tariq is a Pakistani analyst and is one of the hosts of EON. Check out his episode of The Colony Archive Watch the video edition on The East is a Podcast YouTube channel Consider supporting the show www.patreon.com/east_podcast
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by the founder of Game Sports Management, one of Pakistan's few companies trying to turn athletes into real commercial brands.From managing Wasim Akram to building a full sports business, he shares the why Pakistan's athletes never grow, why our sports ecosystem is broken, and how countries like India turned every sport into a billion-dollar industry while Pakistan stayed stuck.We explore:Why the 2008 crash pushed him into sportsHow working with Wasim Akram changed everythingWhy Pakistan has no real system for athlete brandingWhy Indian stars become global icons but Pakistan's don'tHow Pakistan's sports industry can explode by 2050A conversation on the future of sports, talent management, personal brand, and the business behind athletes.Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Arsalan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arsalanhydershah/Endeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to Kickstart for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://kickstart.pk/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
Era la noche del 23 de diciembre de 2005, la víspera de lo que debiera haber sido «Nochebuena» en la aldea de Gaggo Mandi en la provincia oriental de Punjab en Pakistán. A Rehmat Bibi, esposa del obrero Nazir Ahmed de cuarenta años de edad, la despertó un grito. Al abrir los ojos, vio algo indescriptible: ¡su esposo acababa de taparle la boca a su hija Muqadas, de veinticinco años, y estaba cortándole el cuello con un machete! Acto seguido, Bibi observó horrorizada cómo su esposo mataba del mismo modo a sus otras tres hijas —Bano, de ocho años; Sumaira, de siete; y Humaira, de cuatro— deteniéndose entre matanza y matanza sólo para blandirle el machete a ella, advirtiéndole que no se metiera ni gritara. «Yo estaba temblando de miedo; no sabía cómo salvar a mis hijas —relató Bibi, posteriormente, entre sollozos—. Le rogué a mi esposo que no las matara, pero él dijo: “¡Si haces el menor ruido, te mato!” Toda esa noche la tuve que pasar frente a los cuerpos de mis hijas.» Por su parte, Ahmed, que no fue arrestado hasta la mañana siguiente, no mostró ninguna señal de arrepentimiento. Por el contrario, declaró que había comprado un cuchillo de carnicero y un machete después de las oraciones del mediodía ese viernes, y los había escondido en la casa, y que mató a su hijastra Muqadas porque ella había cometido adulterio. En cuanto a sus propias hijas, dijo: «Yo pensé que las niñas harían lo mismo que había hecho su hermana mayor, así que debían ser eliminadas.» Y añadió: «Nosotros somos pobres, y no tenemos nada más que salvar que nuestro honor.» Para colmo de males, Ahmed manifestó: «Me gustaría tener la oportunidad de eliminar al joven con el que ella se escapó, y prenderle fuego a su casa.»1 Eso sí que a Ahmed le pudo haber resultado difícil o imposible lograrlo, ya que él había creído, sin necesidad de pruebas, la acusación de adulterio de parte del esposo de Muqadas, mientras que los que conocían el caso alegaban que la pobre mujer había huido de su esposo porque él la había maltratado y la había obligado a trabajar en una fábrica haciendo ladrillos. Lo cierto es que el tal adúltero, presunto amante de la víctima, no apareció por ninguna parte. Muqadas era la hija que le había dado a Bibi su primer esposo, hermano de Ahmed, que había muerto hacía catorce años. Ahmed se había casado con la viuda de su hermano, como se acostumbra en la tradición musulmana. ¡Qué triste que en esa tradición no se siga la enseñanza de San Pedro! Con eso nada más, se hubiera evitado semejante tragedia. Pues el venerado apóstol, luego de decirles a las mujeres que se sometan a sus esposos, les dice a los hombres que sean considerados con sus esposas, tratándolas con honor y con la delicadeza que les hace falta, como coherederas del don de la vida. Y en cuanto a sus relaciones con los demás, les dice que sean compasivos y humildes, y que no devuelvan mal por mal, sino que busquen la paz y la sigan. De lo contrario, será en vano que eleven a Dios sus oraciones.2 Carlos ReyUn Mensaje a la Concienciawww.conciencia.net 1 «Pakistani slays daughters to salvage “honor”» (Pakistaní mata a hijas para salvar «el honor»), MSNBC World News, 28 diciembre 2005 (Associated Press) En línea 9 marzo 2006. 2 1P 3:1,7‑11
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we sit down with Oliver Bennett, the founder of Layers, a managed marketplace reshaping how the world thinks about second-hand fashion and sustainability.Oliver opens up about his turbulent childhood, getting kicked out of home at 15, being bullied, and how those experiences shaped his rebellious, value-driven philosophy. Oliver shares why he believes in creating value, not chasing hustle culture.We Explore:Why second-hand clothing is a massive global industryKarachi's role as one of the largest second-hand clothing hubs in the worldThe dark realities of fast fashion exploitationWhy Pakistan's chaos is an advantage compared to the WestWhy he says he will never sell or exit LayersSocials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Oliver's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverbennettlayersEndeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanSpecial thanks to Kickstart for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://kickstart.pk/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
In this episode, host Ray Powell sits down with Dr. Lailufar Yasmin, a renowned political scientist at the University of Dhaka, to unpack Bangladesh's dramatic recent political crisis and explore why what happens in this densely populated South Asian nation matters to the broader Indo-Pacific regional stability.Recorded just one day after Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death in absentia for crimes against humanity--this conversation provides crucial context for understanding a nation in transition. Powell and Dr. Yasmin discuss the uprising that toppled Hasina's government, the interim administration led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, and the geopolitical implications for great power competition in South Asia.Dr. Yasmin explains how the July 2024 student protests escalated into a nationwide uprising after Hasina's government responded with lethal force, killing over 1,400 protesters. The movement, known as the "July Uprising," ultimately forced Hasina to flee to India on August 5, 2024, ending her 15-year authoritarian rule. The conversation explores how Hasina transformed from a democracy icon into an increasingly autocratic leader who rigged elections, suppressed opposition, and dismantled democratic institutions.The episode delves into the "July Charter," a reform blueprint calling for constitutional changes including a bicameral parliament, proportional representation, prime ministerial term limits, and restoration of the caretaker government system. Dr. Yasmin discusses the upcoming February 2026 referendum and elections, explaining the challenges of ensuring credible democratic transition amid deep political divisions, the banning of the Awami League political party, and security concerns.The conversation reveals how India's strong historical support for Hasina and the Awami League—rooted in India's assistance during Bangladesh's 1971 War of Independence—has created tension following her ouster. Dr. Yasmin describes India's initial disinformation campaigns falsely blaming Pakistani intelligence for the uprising, and how the interim government's engagement with China has also caused concern in New Delhi. She argues that Bangladesh must pursue an independent foreign policy that serves its national interests rather than simply accommodating regional powers.The discussion also provides essential historical context, tracing Bangladesh's origins from the 1971 Liberation War when East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) fought for independence from West Pakistan, resulting in genocide that killed an estimated three million people. Dr. Yasmin explains how this history continues to shape contemporary politics, including emotional debates over justice and national identity.Dr. Yasmin also addresses the selection of Muhammad Yunus as interim leader, describing how the Nobel Peace Prize winner's global credibility and pioneering work in microcredit made him an acceptable figure to unite a divided nation. She discusses both the promise and challenges of his leadership, including concerns about whether the interim government can remain truly neutral given that many of its coordinators are former student protesters.Dr. Yasmin challenges Western misconceptions about Bangladesh, emphasizing the nation's resilience, innovation in climate adaptation, economic progress, and warm hospitality.
Jim had much to report on, including an update on an important missionary outreach to the Middle East. Here are some highlights from the first half of the broadcast: --VCY's "Central Asia Project" is now complete and Jim was pleased to announce that the campaign raised $46,141.55! (For more information, review the Crosstalk program from October 8th.) --A U.N. Security Council voted 13-0 on Monday to adopt a sweeping U.S.-drafted resolution that codifies President Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza and endorses a new international stabilization force and formally recognizes the establishment of a Board of Peace to be chaired by President Trump. --Hamas has been stockpiling weapons in African nations sympathetic to them. --Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir urged the targeted elimination of senior Palestinian Authority officials whom he described as terrorists in every sense of the word. --Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed Israel's opposition to a Palestinian state and committed to demilitarize Hamas during his opening remarks at the government meeting this past weekend. --The IDF announced Thursday that it has uncovered one of the most extensive and sophisticated Hamas tunnel systems discovered to date. --Iran says it has terminated an agreement signed in September with the International Atomic Energy Agency in Cairo that paved the way for renewed cooperation and relaunching inspections of its nuclear facilities. --The Pakistani jihad leader Masood Azhar has claimed that he is richer than both Elon Musk an Mark Zuckerberg and that they have no shortage of money for jihad.
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SHOW 11-17-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1899 UKRAINE THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT POTUS... FIRST HOUR 9-915 Pakistan's Military Dominance: Field Marshal Munir's Power and US Relations Guest: Ambassador Husain Haqqani Ambassador Husain Haqqani detailed the institutional dominance of Pakistan's military, noting that Parliament recently granted Field Marshal Asim Munir legal immunity for life and expanded his power by designating him Chief of Defense Forces, giving him control over the entire military, as Munir aims for presidential privileges without directly taking power, backed by a national narrative that Pakistan is perpetually under threat from India, and gained significant political and psychological advantage through two meetings and praise from President Trump, despite no new US aid or weapons, while Trump, who favors strongmen, may also be using this praise to leverage concessions from Indian Prime Minister Modi, as Munir is taking risks by adopting a firmer stance regarding violence on the Northwest frontier with the Taliban, an approach not well received by the Afghans, with Pakistani politicians historically conceding ground to the military to secure a shared portion of power. 915-930 CONTINUED Pakistan's Military Dominance: Field Marshal Munir's Power and US Relations Guest: Ambassador Husain Haqqani Ambassador Husain Haqqani detailed the institutional dominance of Pakistan's military, noting that Parliament recently granted Field Marshal Asim Munir legal immunity for life and expanded his power 930-945 China's Economic Slump: Export Decline, Policy Failures, and Property Market Stagnation Guests: Anne Stevenson-Yang and Gordon Chang Anne Stevenson-Yang and Gordon Chang discussed the unprecedented slump in China's economic activity, noting cooled investment and slowing industrial output, with exports falling 25% to the US, attributing this long-term decline to the government's 2008 decision to pull back economic reforms and the current 15th Five-Year Plan lacking viable solutions or bailouts for hurting localities, while consumption remains dangerously low (around 38% of GDP) and is expected to shrink further as the government prioritizes technological development and factory production, with the property market collapsing as capital investment, land sales, and unit prices decline, forcing people to hold onto decaying apartments and risking stagnation for decades similar to Japan post-1989, a problem largely self-created due to overcapacity, although other countries like Brazil are also restricting Chinese imports. 945-1000 China's Role in Global Drug Epidemics: Meth Precursors and Weaponizing Chemicals. Guests: Kelly Curry and Gordon Chang. Kelly Curry and Gordon Chang detailed China's crucial role in the global drug trade, asserting that China's chemical exports are fueling a "tsunami of meth" across Asia. Chinese manufacturers supply meth precursor chemicals to warlords, notably the Chinese-aligned, US-sanctioned United Wa State Army in Myanmar. This production (Yaba/ice) is believed to have been diverted from China's domestic market in the 1990s. Both guests confirmed this activity is impossible without the explicit knowledge and support of the Central Committee, noting China grants export subsidies, tax rebates, and uses state banks for money laundering associated with the drug trade. China benefits financially and strategically by weakening US-backed allies like Thailand and South Korea who are flooded with the drugs. This structure mirrors the fentanyl crisis in North America, and experts predict increasing co-production and sharing of chemical methods between Asian drug groups and Mexican cartels. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Syria's Complex Geopolitics: Air Bases, Sanctions, Accountability, and Great Power Mediation Guest: Ahmad Sharawi Ahmad Sharawi discussed the non-transparent situation in Syria, focusing on reports of potential US air bases (Mezzeh and Dumayr), with denials from the Syrian government suggesting they won't possess the bases but might allow US use for counter-ISIS missions or potentially a security agreement requested by Israel for deconfliction, noting a recent US C-130 spotted landing at the Mezzeh air base near Damascus, while during a reported White House visit, Syrian requests included the removal of Caesar sanctions (partially waived by President Trump) and an Israeli withdrawal from the southern border buffer zone, with domestic movement towards accountability for the Suwayda province massacre and government security forces being arrested, as a Russian military delegation visited Damascus and southern Syria, potentially acting as a deconfliction mechanism between Syria and Israeli forces, with Russia's goal appearing to be balancing regional interests while maintaining its bases in western Syria. 1015-1030 CONTINUED Syria's Complex Geopolitics: Air Bases, Sanctions, Accountability, and Great Power Mediation Guest: Ahmad Sharawi Ahmad Sharawi discussed the non-transparent situation in Syria, focusing on reports of potential US air bases (Mezzeh and Dumayr), with denials from the Syrian government... 1030-1045 Venezuela Crisis: Potential Maduro Exit and Shifting Political Tides in Latin America Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Alejandro Peña Esclusa and Ernesto Araújo discussed the crisis in Venezuela, noting a powerful US fleet gathered nearby, with Maduro fearing military intervention and reportedly wanting to discuss surrender conditions with President Trump, though his exit is complicated by his ally Diosdado Cabello, who heads operations for the Cartel of the Suns and has no path for redemption, while Maduro's potential fall would deliver a severe blow to the organized crime and drug trafficking networks that permeate South America's political structures, with the opposition, led by María Corina Machado, having transition plans, and Brazilian President Lula neutralized from strongly opposing US actions due to ongoing tariff negotiations with Trump, as the conversation highlighted a new conservative political wave in Latin America, with optimism reported in Argentina following elections that strengthened Javier Milei, and in Chile, where conservative José Antonio Kast is strongly positioned, representing a blend of economic freedom, anti-organized crime platforms, and conservative values. 1045-1100 CONTINUED Venezuela Crisis: Potential Maduro Exit and Shifting Political Tides in Latin America Guests: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Alejandro Peña Esclusa and Ernesto Araújo discussed the crisis in Venezuela, noting a powerful US fleet gathered nearby, with Maduro fearing military intervention and... THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 1/4 Jews Versus Rome: Two Centuries of Rebellion and the Cost of Diaspora Revolts Professor Barry Strauss of Cornell University, Professor Emeritus and Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution, discusses the history of Jewish resistance against the Roman Empire as detailed in his book Jews versus Rome. Following the destruction of the Temple and Jerusalem, rebellion continued among Jewish communities scattered across the Roman world. 1115-1130 CONTINUED 2/4 During Emperor Trajan's campaign against the Parthian Empire, a widespread and coordinated "diaspora revolt" erupted in 115–117 AD, beginning in Libya and spreading to Egypt, Cyprus, and Mesopotamia. This was a major challenge, forcing Trajan to divert a legion, as Egypt was the empire's strategic breadbasket. The revolt was spurred by the insulting Jewish tax, the fiscus Judaicus, paid to Jupiter, and the frustrated expectation that the Temple would be rebuilt within 70 years. The Jewish community in Alexandria, possibly the largest Jewish city in the ancient world, was wiped out during the suppression, a disaster for diaspora Judaism. 1130-1145 CONTINUED 3/4 srajan's successor, Hadrian, revered the war against Parthia but recognized the Jews' disloyalty. Starting in 117 AD, Hadrian planned to rebuild Jerusalem as a pagan city named Aelia Capitolina to demonstrate that the Temple would never be restored and to discourage collusion between Jews and Parthians. This provoked the Bar Kokhba Revolt in 132 AD. The leader, Simon Bar Kosa, took the messianic title Bar Kokhba, meaning "Son of the Star," and was accepted as the Messiah by some leading rabbis, including Rabbi Akiva. 1145-1200 CONTINUED The rebels utilized successful asymmetrical warfare, operating from underground tunnel systems and ambushing Roman forces. The conflict was so severe that Hadrian deployed reinforcements from across the empire, including Britain, and the Roman army was badly mauled. The revolt ended bloodily at the stronghold of Betar. As lasting punishment for centuries of trouble and rebellion, the Romans renamed the province from Judea to Syria Palestina. Pockets of resistance continued, notably the Gallus Revolt in 351–352 AD. Guest: Professor Barry Strauss. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Iran's Multi-Faceted Crises: Water Scarcity, Pollution, and Transnational Repression Guest: Jonathan Sayah Jonathan Sayah discussed the multi-faceted crises plaguing Iran, reflecting poor management and ecological decline, with Tehran overwhelmed by severe water scarcity as dams dry up and crippling air pollution with CO2 levels 10 times the WHO standard, while the water crisis is worsened by the regime, especially IRGC-affiliated contractors, who prioritize their support base through unregulated mega-projects, leading to rivers and lakes drying up, a deliberate deprivation of clean water that constitutes a human rights violation, as environmental disasters have driven widespread internal migration into Tehran, taxing infrastructure and leading to issues like land subsidence, with the population considered "prime for unrest," while separately, Iran continues its policy of transnational repression, highlighted by the recent foiled plot to assassinate Israel's ambassador in Mexico, as Iran targets both Israeli/American officials and relies on criminal networks to repress Iranian dissidents abroad, while consistently holding American dual citizens hostage as political leverage. 1215-1230 CONTINUED 1230-1245 Ukraine Conflict: French Arms Deal, Sabotage, and the Perilous Battle for Pokrovsk. Guest: John Hardy. John Hardy reported that Ukraine signed a letter of intent with France to obtain 100 Rafale warplanes over 10 years, along with air defense systems. While this partnership is encouraging, Hardy expressed concern that Ukraine is excessively over-diversifying its future air fleet (including F-16, Grippen, Mirage, and Rafale) which complicates long-term sustainment and maintenance. Simultaneously, alarming reports surfaced that sabotage was blamed for an explosion on a major railway line in Poland used to supply Ukraine, fitting a pattern of suspected Russian covert operations against European infrastructure. On the battlefield, fighting continues in Pokrovsk (Picro). Hardy warned that if Ukrainian forces prioritize a politically motivated hold, they risk the encirclement and destruction of troops in nearby areas. Poor weather, such as fog, plays a significant role in the conflict, as Russians often time assaults during these conditions to impede Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance and FPV drones 1245-100 AM raq Elections and Yemen's Houthi Crackdown Guest: Bridget Toomey Bridget Toomey discussed recent developments in Iraq and Yemen, noting that Iraqi parliamentary elections saw a higher-than-expected 56% voter turnout, with preliminary results suggesting Shiite parties close to Tehran performed well and might secure enough seats to form the next government, despite internal infighting and votes remaining largely sectarian, while Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received credit for stability and his party performed strongly, though many Iraqis doubt the elections affect real change, believing critical decisions are made via elite backroom deals, and turning to Yemen, the Houthis announced the arrest of a purported Saudi-American-Israeli spy ring, a paranoid crackdown following Israel's successful targeting of Houthi government and military leaders in August, with arrests including 59 UN workers and prosecutors requesting the death sentence for 21, aiming to intimidate domestic dissent and signal resolve to Western and regional adversaries, especially in sensitive Houthi locations in Sana'a.
Pakistan's Military Dominance: Field Marshal Munir's Power and US Relations Guest: Ambassador Husain Haqqani Ambassador Husain Haqqani detailed the institutional dominance of Pakistan's military, noting that Parliament recently granted Field Marshal Asim Munir legal immunity for life and expanded his power by designating him Chief of Defense Forces, giving him control over the entire military, as Munir aims for presidential privileges without directly taking power, backed by a national narrative that Pakistan is perpetually under threat from India, and gained significant political and psychological advantage through two meetings and praise from President Trump, despite no new US aid or weapons, while Trump, who favors strongmen, may also be using this praise to leverage concessions from Indian Prime Minister Modi, as Munir is taking risks by adopting a firmer stance regarding violence on the Northwest frontier with the Taliban, an approach not well received by the Afghans, with Pakistani politicians historically conceding ground to the military to secure a shared portion of power. 1965 INDO-PAKISTAN WAR
Dan, Nate and Beau discuss the wild scenes in parliament following the Home Secretary's statement on immigration, the sheer volume of Pakistani ‘asylum seekers', and the horror of Trump's 50 year mortgage trap. We've just released Stelios' new course Ancient Greek Virtue Ethics! Check it out and start exploring the ideas that shaped Western thought here.
Human rights activist Raja Miah joins the program to expose the Pakistani rape gangs that have infiltrated communities across England. Miah is not a typical whistleblower — he is a multi-decade, award-winning human rights advocate and a Muslim who has spent years fighting for vulnerable victims silenced by the system.-With the unexpected support of Elon Musk, Miah says he has avoided extended prison time and now has a platform to reveal abuses that reach into the highest levels of the British government. He also shares his deep frustration with the mainstream media's refusal to cover what he believes is one of the most consequential scandals in modern British history.You can follow Raja Miah at https://x.com/recusant_rajaOffers and Links mentioned in the show:Protect your assets with a company you can trust - Get the private & better price list - Go to https://SarahWestall.com/MilesFranklinUse Code "Sarah" to save 15% on all peptides!Sign up for the Peptide Webinar with Dr. Diane Kazer at https://SarahWestall.com/PeptidesSee exclusives and more at https://SarahWestall.Substack.comBuy Anti Aging Peptide GHK-Cu:Capsule form: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu-capsules-2mg/?ref=vbWRE3JInjectable: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu/?ref=vbWRE3J- Nasal Spray: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu-spray/?ref=vbWRE3JCopyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.Disclaimer: "As a journalist, I report what significant newsmakers are claiming. I do not have the resources or time to fully investigate all claims. Stories and people interviewed are selected based on relevance, listener requests, and by suggestions of those I highly respect. It is the responsibility of each viewer to evaluate the facts presented and then research each story furtherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on the Scoop the team from Tapod brings you all of the weekly TA & Recruitment News. We cover all sorts of headlines, including… Lloyds uses banking data in pay negotiations, Pakistani newspaper has an AI whoopsie - so does Deloitte, whilst KPMG in the UK cuts overtime for juniors, the French cry ‘Sacre Bleu!' against Meta, Zoom acquires Brighthire, WFH test case in Victoria, the latest workplace sex trend for Gen Z, massive pay gap for people living with a disability in the UK; and much more. And don't forget to listen to the upcoming events!Thanks to Indeed for partnering with us on The Scoop.
In this episode, I talk with the wonderfully creative Fariha Nasir about how she transformed her builder-grade house into a deeply personal, heritage-rich home through bold DIY projects and meaningful design. Fariha shares how reconnecting with her Pakistani roots shifted her entire approach to style, leading her to incorporate block prints, color, pattern, and handmade details throughout her home. We walk through her favorite spaces, discuss the power of learning new skills, and explore how she creates a beautiful, intentional environment for her family. It's an inspiring reminder that our homes can tell our stories—and that we can build them with our own hands. Want to finally define your style? Grab your free worksheet and uncover your personal aesthetic!
Love NZ? Get your free 5-Day Life in NZ videos NOW! ➡️ www.nzahead.com/freeAfter her New Zealand visa was denied, Canadian social worker and NZ Ahead community member, Huma, was faced with an impossible choice. Today, Huma shares her 2-year battle with the NZ immigration system, the extreme sacrifice of renouncing her Pakistani citizenship, and how she finally achieved her dream of moving to Christchurch. This is such an inspiring story and one we think you will love. Enjoy and thank you so much, Huma ❤️ Kia Kaha. Aroha. Liz and Brian.
Remote View Baltic https://youtu.be/I5suZwIHC3k?si=4Qh2hFfgRB_DsxpT&t=326 00:00:00 – Cold open, show intro, and teasing Tucker/FBI questions, shared dreaming, the Baltic Sea anomaly, weird news, and a new Kenny Loggins-style Christmas track 00:04:45 – Explaining and debuting "Playing with My Toys," their Top Gun-inspired, family-friendly Christmas parody and joking about Kenny Loggins suing them 00:11:06 – Tucker Carlson's Trump assassination special: Crooks' resurfaced social-media history, FBI stonewalling, deep-state-vs-incompetence debate, and the Bureau's clumsy new "rapid response" X account 00:35:14 – Launching the shared-dreaming segment: therapist–client mutual dreams, mainstream science grudgingly admitting weirdness, and the idea of a common astral dream space 00:49:39 – Quantum consciousness and DMT: non-local information, the "Mike loves bananas" DMT-realm test, and ancient cultures treating shared dreams as real, shared realms 00:54:26 – Simulation-theory riff: DMT laser experiments, dreams as a buffer zone between realities, and creative inspiration as "pulling songs from the non-linear cloud" 00:59:02 – Baltic Sea anomaly update: Jesse Michaels' upcoming interview, remote viewers calling it an ancient underwater monitoring array pinging a distant craft, plus lizard-people government janitor jokes 01:10:11 – TikTok rant that the Founding Fathers were dumber than kids today sparks a look at a brutal 1912 8th-grade exam, Gulf Stream questions, and gripes about modern education standards 01:20:08 – Call-in chaos and Darwin Awards: a Greek guy nearly dies from swallowing an entire burger as a stunt, useless friends skip the Heimlich, and the hosts tie it to a plus-size TikTok "slider" mukbang 01:29:43 – Weird-food corner: Taco Bell Baja Blast pie talk and Kraft's apple-pie mac and cheese with Jason Biggs, plus American Pie franchise nostalgia and Jonathan Frakes' bizarre question-card energy 01:39:38 – Is mac and cheese a Thanksgiving staple? Quick side debate before shifting to media culture, sequel fatigue, and how covid-era "wokeness" changed comedy and teen movies 01:44:30 – Pakistani paper Dawn caught printing a ChatGPT prompt in print, triggering a rant about lazy AI-generated journalism and equally lazy AI "question of the day" posts in professional forums 01:49:14 – "New apps let you talk to AI avatars of dead loved ones": Chinese grief tech redux, building personalities from data, and whether this heals people or traps them in endless mourning 01:54:03 – Critics calling AI ancestor avatars "demonic," Black Mirror comparisons, AI grandmas raising kids, and speculation about robot housekeepers, true cyborgs, and soul-harvesting greys 01:58:04 – Tech barreling ahead anyway; joking about making an AI "angry southern scientist Joe" for the show, riffing on multiverse Joes, and loose wrap-up banter about what's coming next Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2
South Asian cuisine can vary drastically by region — from Bengali curry to Pakistani biryani and everything in between — but you can find options from all over the subcontinent right here in Kansas City. Here's where to find the metro's best butter chicken, tikka masala, samosas and more.
Help us expand our Muslim media project here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipDonate to our charity partner Baitulmaal here: http://btml.us/thinkingmuslim This week on The Thinking Muslim, we have Clive Stafford Smith on the podcast to discuss the case of Dr Aafia Siddiqui, including the troubling role of Pakistani authorities in her abduction, the heartbreaking seizure of her children, and the broader issues of state complicity.You can find Clive Stafford Smith here:X: https://x.com/CliveSSmithInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clivestaffordsmith/Write a letter to Aafia Siddiqui here: lettersforaafia@gmail.comBecome a member here:https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membershipOr give your one-off donation here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/donateListen to the audio version of the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7vXiAjVFnhNI3T9Gkw636aApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-thinking-muslim/id1471798762Purchase our Thinking Muslim mug: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/merchFind us on:X: https://x.com/thinking_muslimLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thinking-muslim/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Thinking-Muslim-Podcast-105790781361490Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingmuslimpodcast/Telegram: https://t.me/thinkingmuslimBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thinkingmuslim.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@thinkingmuslimpodcastFind Muhammad Jalal here:X: https://twitter.com/jalalaynInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalalayns/Sign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.comWebsite Archive: https://www.thinkingmuslim.comDisclaimer:The views expressed in this video are those of the individual speaker(s) and do not represent the views of the host, producers, platform, or any affiliated organisation. This content is provided for lawful, informational, and analytical purposes only, and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A car explodes near Delhi's Red Fort and the trail runs through Srinagar posters, Faridabad storehouses, and an alleged "white-collar" module featuring multiple doctors. In this episode, host Dev Goswami and national security expert Sandeep Unnithan take their first impressions of the deadly terror attack that has revived scary memories of blasts in India's urban centre. The two examine what we know (and don't) about the Red Fort attack, why the government's initial messaging stayed deliberately measured, and zoom out to Field Marshal Asim Munir's "thousand cuts" doctrine that the Pakistani military boss seems to have adopted. Tune in! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Aman Pal
This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on November 12, 2025. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Steam MachineOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45903404&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:52): Steam FrameOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45903325&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:14): Yt-dlp: External JavaScript runtime now required for full YouTube supportOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45898407&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:36): Yann LeCun to depart Meta and launch AI startup focused on 'world models'Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45897271&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:58): The last-ever penny will be minted today in PhiladelphiaOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45901904&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:20): Google will allow users to sideload Android apps without verificationOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45908938&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:42): Pakistani newspaper mistakenly prints AI prompt with the articleOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45898789&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:05): Project EulerOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45902898&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:27): Perkeep – Personal storage system for lifeOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45896130&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(12:49): Waymo robotaxis are now giving rides on freeways in LA, SF and PhoenixOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45901855&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai
https://www.griefshare.org/Are you or do you know someone who is heading into the Christmas season with a major loss in their family? Church Initiatives' Samuel Hodges talks about the ministry of GriefShare and their "Survival Guide: Navigating The Holidays After a Loss." Mission Network News' Ruth Kramer talks about recent bombing in both India and Pakistan, two countries in serious tension. She also talks about how churches are helping in the wake of super typhoons in the Philippines and south eastern Asia. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
More than 20 miles of gigantic wall, out in the ocean, are hoping to defend Jakarta, Indonesia's capital and Southeast Asia's biggest mega-city, from rising seawater. Also, US foreign direct investment in Africa has surpassed China's for the first time since 2012. And, New Delhi and Islamabad were both hit with bombs, killing at least 20 people between them, and both Indian and Pakistani officials are trying to find out the exact cause of the explosions. Plus, the genre-bending American band Deerhoof releases its first single, “Immigrant Songs,” a playful take on a serious issue.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
Adeel Afzal comes back on TPE for a podcast covering a wide range of topics.In this episode, we discuss content, Anwar Maqsood, Nationalism, Ram Gopal Varma, Identity, Punjabi Nationalism, Maryam Nawaz, TLP, Taliban, State Narratives, Punjab Police, Imran Riaz Khan's speech, and Adeel Afzal finally responding to Moeed Pirzada's nonsense.Adeel Afzal is a Pakistani actor, screenwriter, and social media personality.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/joinChapters:0:00 Introduction 2:00 Kum content bana rahay ho 6:00 House Arrest and Racist content on TV9:23 Nationalism and hate against others 17:20 Javed Akhtar and Ram Gopal Varma19:00 Identity21:39 Racism, PMLN and Punjabi Nationalism25:24 Taliban, Afghanistan and Arab States31:24 TLP, TTP and APS41:38 Conspiracy Theories and State Narratives46:00 Pukhtoon tribes and Syed Ahmed Shaheed50:14 State Narratives and the Establishment 56:57 Punjab vs Sindh water issues1:05:20 Punjab Police and CCD1:16:04 Pakistan Lost and the Pakistani Identity1:22:00 Language, Express, Urdu and English1:33:56 Imran Riaz Khan speech, Moeed Pirzada and PTI1:49:00 Standards of News reporting and Charlatans
Pakistan's US$1.9 trillion real estate market has long operated on cash and opacity. Now, a decade after the nation launched its first Islamic REIT, the sector is entering a new phase of regulation and digital reform that could transform how Pakistanis own property, with Shariah structures leading the way. Naeem Illyas Khanani, CEO of DigiEstate and Arif Habib Dolmen REIT Management's audit chairman discusses with IFN Managing Editor Vineeta Tan how the country's real estate market is at an inflection point.
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In this episode, Asim, Amrita, and Sujoy revisit the cult chaos that is Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani (2002) — the film that somehow managed to combine Terminator, The Matrix, Nagina, and 2000s melodrama into one glorious fever dream. From Armaan Kohli's muscle suit to Raj Babbar's “religious Voltron” pendant, no absurdity goes unexamined. The team breaks down how this film became a cornerstone of “so bad it's good” Bollywood, complete with CGI skeletons, ghost revenge plots, and a cast that includes everyone from Sunny Deol and Akshay Kumar to Sonu Nigam and Rambha. Expect unfiltered laughter, film trivia, and several “why did we watch this?” moments.
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Maha Shahzad, the founder & CEO of Buscaro — Pakistan's first tech-enabled bus-sharing startup that's making everyday commuting safer, smarter, and more affordable for thousands of Pakistanis.From doing odd jobs to fund her education, to building a profitable transport startup without a degree, Maha's story is pure resilience. She shares how her experiences at Careem, Foodpanda, and SWVL shaped her understanding of Pakistan's mobility problems — and how a confusing global model inspired her to build something truly local.We Explore:How SWVL's confusing model failed to connect with Pakistani commutersThe story behind Buscaro and how it was born during the downturnHow she raised her first investor cheque and built a profitable startupBuscaro's 6.5 million-dollars annual revenue and 70-member teamHow the platform ensures safety for women & school childrenMaha also opens up about investor trust after 2022, navigating bias as a young female founder, and her long-term vision for Pakistan's urban mobility.Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Maha's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maha-shahzad-88878b220/Special thanks to Daftarkhwan for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
Mahmud Durrani, a long retired Pakistani Major General, was taken away at 84 last week by the heart condition he had dealt with for more than four decades. As Pakistan's NSA, barely five weeks after 26/11, he emphatically told the media that Kasab was indeed a Pakistani and it made no sense to hide that truth. Durrani was made to resign immediately. In this edition of #FirstPersonSecondDraft, ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta recalls his conversation with Mahmud Durrani & how he pursued his peacemaking. https://theprint.in/opinion/first-person-second-draft/mahmud-durrani-general-shanti/2775854/
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Jerjees Seja, CEO of ARY Digital Network, one of Pakistan's most iconic media leaders. From shaping the country's TV and drama landscape to building ARY into a powerhouse of entertainment, Jerjees shares his journey of transforming Pakistan's media industry.We discuss:How Pakistan's private TV revolution beganThe economics behind news, dramas, and entertainment ProductionWhy premium Pakistani content is now free on YouTubeWhy global giants like Netflix don't invest in PakistanThe future of OTT and local streaming platformsWhy filmmaking still isn't profitable hereThe evolving audience behavior and the road to 2050Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Jerjees's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerjeesseja/Special thanks to Daftarkhwan for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Muhammad Bin Sabir, Co-Founder & COO of Uplift AI, a Y Combinator-backed Pakistani startup building AI voice models for every regional language of Pakistan. From Urdu to Punjabi, Sindhi, and Balochi, Uplift AI is on a mission to make sure language is never a barrier to knowledge.We explore:The collaboration with Khan Academy and their vision for AI tutorsHow they're training voice models for Urdu, Sindhi, and BalochiThe rise of regional-language AI in PakistanHow they're making AI affordable and inclusive for developing marketsSocials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Sabir's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muhammad-sabir/Special thanks to Daftarkhwan for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
Pakistan's Military Calculus: Jailing Imran Khan to Disintegrate His Party Hussein Khan (Ambassador Husain Haqqani) Ambassador Husain Haqqani explains the Pakistani military's rationale for keeping Imran Khan imprisoned despite his status as a former Prime Minister. Khan faces various lawfare charges brought by the government, but the underlying strategy is political rather than judicial. The military's calculus is that Khan's party lacks alternate leadership or a succession plan, unlike Pakistan's traditional dynastic parties. Since Khan serves as the sole rallying point and the party stands primarily for good governance under his leadership, the military believes that prolonged imprisonment will cause the party to fade or that Khan will become too old to lead effectively when released.
In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Muhammad Bin Sabir, Co-Founder & COO of Uplift AI, a Y Combinator-backed Pakistani startup building AI voice models for every regional language of Pakistan. From Urdu to Punjabi, Sindhi, and Balochi, Uplift AI is on a mission to make sure language is never a barrier to knowledge.We explore:The collaboration with Khan Academy and their vision for AI tutorsHow they're training voice models for Urdu, Sindhi, and BalochiThe rise of regional-language AI in PakistanHow they're making AI affordable and inclusive for developing marketsSocials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Sabir's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muhammad-sabir/Special thanks to Daftarkhwan for providing us with the studio space.You can find out more about them at: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/Credits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid
Pakistan and Taliban-led Afghanistan have agreed to a ceasefire after some of the worst cross-border violence in years. Relations have soured over Islamabad's accusation that Kabul is aiding the Pakistan Taliban in attacks against the Pakistani military - a claim Kabul denies. With deep mistrust and armed groups still active, can the fragile peace between the two countries really hold? In this episode: Ali Latifi, (@alibomaye), Asia editor, The New Humanitarian Episode credits: This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili, Noor Wazwaz, and Marcos Bartolomé, with Amy Walters, Farhan Rafid, Fatima Shafiq, Tamara Khandaker, and our guest host, Kevin Hirten. It was edited by Kylene Kiang. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad Al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is the Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Afghanistan and Pakistan are in Qatar's capital Doha for peace negotiations. Pakistani jets conducted a series of airstrikes on Afghanistan's border province of Paktika on Friday, ending a brief lull in the intense fighting that broke out last week. Pakistan has accused Afghanistan of harbouring militants, which Kabul has denied.Also in the programme: a new study shows how a blood test for more than 50 types of cancer could help speed up diagnosis; and thousands of people have attended a final public send-off for Kenya's former prime minister Raila Odinga who died earlier this week.(File Picture: Vehicles loaded with the belongings of Afghan citizens at the border crossing in Chaman, Balochistan Province on October 16, 2025. Credit: Reuters/Saeed Ali Achakzai)
PREVIEW: Deadly Clashes Between Pakistan Army and Taliban Along the Unrecognized Durand Line GUEST NAME: Bill Roggio (Foundation for Defense of Democracies, The Long War Journal) 100-WORD SUMMARY: John Batchelor asks Bill Roggio to describe the challenging terrain where reports indicate hundreds have died in clashes between the Pakistani army and the Taliban's army along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The area, which includes both mountainous and desert country, spans hundreds of miles. A major cause of tension is that the Afghan and Pakistani Taliban do not recognize the Durand Line, which serves as the official border. Both sides have set up border outposts, and the location of these outposts sometimes shifts depending on local circumstances.
Fierce fighting is taking place between the Pakistani army and Afghan Taliban forces at multiple points along the Durand Line. It's the latest flare-up between the neighbours as insecurity rises in the border region. Also: Hamas says it will start releasing Israeli hostages on Monday as part of the Gaza peace process, the EU introduces new travel regulations for the Schengen area, we look back at the life and career of Diane Keaton who's died, Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado speaks to the BBC after winning the Nobel Peace Prize, a doctor's view on young people's relationship with plastic surgery, and the Cape Verde men's football team prepare for a match that could earn the island nation a spot in the World Cup. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk
Why is Malala Yousafzai so revered in the West while being much less popular in her home country of Pakistan? On this week's Code Switch, we unpack how Pakistani skepticism of Malala extends from a suspicion of U.S. and other foreign interests.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
This conversation may get British comedian and political commentator Katie Hopkins arrested when she returns home. She doesn't care. In a podcast episode that's both hilariously irreverent and deeply vulnerable, Katie chronicles her extraordinary life — from surviving a terrorist plot to behead her to sending a photo of her butt to Australia's deputy prime minister after her deportation for criticizing COVID lockdowns. Her exposés on the treatment of white farmers in South Africa led to her detention and her comedy nearly landed her in jail, but Katie remains unbowed, insisting that in an “age of madness,” we need those who are “unafraid.” For the first time, Katie reveals her response to threats of arrest for the “crime of telling jokes online,” stating, “If I'm arrested, I choose it.” She dives into her experience at the Unite the Kingdom rally, shedding light on the growing unrest in Britain, including what she describes as an Islamic “takeover” of the nation and the chilling reality of Pakistani “r*pe gangs.” Katie also gives her opinion on Tommy Robinson, praises Marco Rubio for “growing a significant pair,” and shares her admiration for the U.S. Second Amendment, including her desire to become a “buckle bunny” for a U.S. sheriff. The podcast takes a serious turn in the discussion of the U.K.'s response to Charlie Kirk's assassination, the survival of the monarchy, and Katie's perseverance when faced with the threat of losing her children and the award-winning musical that threatened her life. “I have sparkles on,” she says, gesturing to her glittering red pantsuit. “All is well.” GLENN'S SPONSORS Preborn: Together, we can end the tragedy of abortion, one mother and baby at a time. To donate securely, dial #250 and say the keyword “baby,” or visit https://preborn.com/glenn. Relief Factor: Tired of pain controlling your life? Try Relief Factor's three-week QuickStart for only $19.95. Visit https://www.relieffactor.com/ or call 800-4-RELIEF. American Financing: American Financing can show you how to put your hard-earned equity to work and get you out of debt. Dial 800-906-2440, or visit https://www.americanfinancing.net. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices