Barbara (Bobbye) McCullar Grubbs was born on June 25, 1934, and entered her eternal home on September 22, 2023. Bobbye enjoyed her role as a mother and homemaker, creating a lovely, warm, welcoming environment for her family to enjoy. Children and teens loved her and countless friends enjoyed long, deep, informational conversations, both in person and over the phone. Bobbye Grubbs will always be cherished in the hearts of her family as Mom, Momma, and NeeNaw. Arrangements for Bobbye Grubbs were held on September 28, 2023, at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville, Alabama, with visitation at 10:00am and celebration of life service at 12:00pm.

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Sunday strongly condemned the dastardly terrorist attack in Ankara and expressed solidarity with Turkiye. “Pakistan strongly condemns the dastardly terrorist attack in Ankara today. We stand in complete solidarity with our Turkish brothers and sisters in the fight against the scourge of terrorism. Separately, in a press release shared by PM Office Media Wing, the prime minister extended sympathies of the Pakistani nation to the people of brotherly country Turkiye. According to Turkiye’s government officials on Sunday, two terrorists carried out an attack in front of the Interior Ministry building in Ankara.

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Sunday condemned the “dastardly” terrorist attack in Ankara and expressed solidarity with the people of Turkiye. Pakistan strongly condemns the dastardly terrorist attack in Ankara today. In a statement, it said that Pakistan “strongly condemns the terrorist attack targeting the Ministry of Internal Affairs of brotherly Turkiye earlier today”. It also expressed hope on the Turkish nation to “defeat this menace[of terrorism] and emerge ever stronger”. Two police officers slightly injured in terrorist attack in front of General Directorate of Security in Ankara, says Turkish Interior Minister Yerlikaya.

Historians have played a pivotal role in shaping the narratives that underpin the rise of nationalism. While historians’ contributions to the development of nationalism can be seen as both constructive and contentious, it is essential to acknowledge their significant impact. Historians contribute to the preservation and promotion of historical events and symbols that reinforce national identity. However, it is crucial to recognise that historians’ influence on nationalism is not without its drawbacks and controversies. German historians of the 19th Century for example gave fillip to nationalism of extreme intensity that eventually gave rise to national socialism.

Speaking about the matter of footballers abducted earlier this month from the Dera Bugti district, Bugti confirmed that four of them have returned. The national flag was lowered to half-mast on government buildings, including the Balochistan Assembly, Chief Minister House, Governor House, and the Balochistan High Court. Similarly, police in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa also registered a case regarding the suicide blast in Hangu’s police lines against unknown terrorists, based on the complaint filed by SHO Doaba. Yesterday, Balochistan interim Information Minister Jan Achakzai had said that the “enemy” wanted to destroy religious tolerance and peace in Balochistan with “foreign blessings”. https://twitter.com/PakPMO/status/1708093922440843333?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1708093922440843333%7Ctwgr%5E2430e1e00ded4953e890c8d4cc19bac251eddedb%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dawn.com%2Fnews%2F1778558“The UK foreign secretary condemned the terrorist attacks in Mastung and Hangu and condoled the loss of innocent lives,” the PM Office said.

The army’s involvement in these critical areas has evidently resonated with the public, solidifying its position as a trusted guardian of the nation. The breakdown of approval ratings by region further highlights the army’s popularity. Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) and Punjab recorded the highest approval ratings at 91% and 90%, respectively, emphasising the institution’s widespread appeal. Sindh, with an 88% approval rating, and Balochistan, with 66%, also demonstrate substantial trust in the army’s performance. While the Pakistan Army basks in high approval ratings, other institutions and politicians face lower levels of public trust.

As BRICS nations assert their collective weight on the global stage, they are actively participating in the unmaking of a world order that has long been defined by Western hegemony. This expansion underscores BRICS’ commitment to adapt and modernise in the face of a multipolar world order, attracting interest from various countries, including some traditional US allies. BRICS represents a significant departure from the US-led international order, uniting against Western failures in global crisis management. Nonetheless, the BRICS countries’ assertive stance and their pursuit of greater representation and influence in global affairs signify a significant challenge to the American-led international order. This shift away from a unipolar world order led by the United States reflects the changing dynamics of global power.

PHOTO: ReutersThe global community has united in condemnation of Friday’s terrorist attacks that rocked Pakistan, with world leaders and nations expressing their heartfelt condolences, solidarity, and denunciation of violence. Russian President Vladimir Putin led the international response, denouncing the acts of terror and expressing his sympathies to the victims' families. 🔗 https://t.co/g9me79i1Lz pic.twitter.com/VBL8graSAB — MFA Russia 🇷🇺 (@mfa_russia) September 30, 2023The US Embassy in Islamabad took to social media to condemn the attacks, expressing solidarity with the Pakistani people and their right to practice their faith without fear of terror. pic.twitter.com/mAiYvkFgd7 — Foreign Ministry 🇸🇦 (@KSAmofaEN) September 29, 2023The UAE decried the "criminal acts" and reaffirmed its unwavering opposition to terrorism and violence that threatens security and stability. Other countries, including Iran, Iraq, France, and Algeria, also denounced the Mastung terrorist attack and expressed their support for Pakistan's efforts to combat such criminal acts and ensure security and stability in the region.

Western countries, driven by their economic and geopolitical interests have often overlooked India’s persecution of minorities, curbs on media and even support for terrorist activities on foreign countries. Despite the diplomatic row between Canada and India regarding the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, another Sikh activist Sukhdool Singh was killed in Winnipeg, Canada. With geo-economic and geopolitical interests at stake, all member countries in these alliances are faced with a difficult situation. India, however, strengthened by such acts in its neighborhood, has unwittingly violated this order by killing a Canadian citizen. Canada is also being supported by the US and other Western countries in an effort to protect their value system.

RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir on Saturday said that the forces of evil will continue to face full might of the state and security forces backed by a resilient nation. The briefing was also attended by Federal Minister of Interior, Chief Minister Balochistan and key Provincial Ministers alongwith senior civil and military officials. These terrorists and their facilitators, having no link with religion and ideology, are proxies of the enemies of Pakistan and its people.”“These forces of evil will continue to face full might of the state and security forces backed by a resilient nation. COAS visited CMH Quetta, where he met the injured and families of Mastung incident who are being provided full medical care by Pakistan Army. Earlier on arrival, COAS was received by Chief Minister Balochistan and Commander Balochistan Corps.

PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCYLife was disrupted Friday in Karnataka in southern India because of a shutdown of the state against the release of water from the Cauvery River to the neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu. Members of farmer organizations were detained in the state’s capital of Bengaluru as protests were staged against the Cauvery water issue. The farmers were demanding the release of water should be stopped given the prevailing drought conditions in the state. The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee allowed Karnataka to release 3,000 cusecs (85 cubic meters/second) of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu from Sept. 28 to Oct. 15. Karnataka and Tamil Nadu have staked claims to substantial portions of water to meet agricultural and irrigation needs.

Railway authorities have temporarily suspended train services between Lahore and Faisalabad following the collapse of the railway bridge near Shahdara. The Lahore-Faisalabad railway track was closed for a period of 72 hours due to the pillar collapse. “The Railway Divisional Officer (CO Lahore) and Divisional Superintendent Lahore, among others, are present at the scene, working tirelessly to expedite the bridge’s restoration. The affected train services include Lahore to Faisalabad Marvi Express, Badar Express, and Ghouri Express. Similarly, changes have been made to the routes of Shalimar Express and Mianwali Express.

Waseem Shahid Malik, ex-member of the State Bank Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), said this while talking to WealthPK. In the past, the monetary policy outcomes remained insensitive to policy changes made by the State Bank, he said. He explained that in a cashless economy, most transactions are conducted electronically, leaving a clear digital trail of money flows. Likewise, during the period from July to April of FY 2023, there was a cumulative policy rate increase of 725 basis points. In order to promote a cashless economy, he suggested the government promote e-banking and financial literacy, and build cyber security infrastructure.

By Crystal McGough, EditorTRUSSVILLE – Trussville Police are currently on the scene of a reported vehicle shooting that occurred tonight on I-59 Northbound. The Trussville Police Department received a call reporting the shooting at approximately 8:45 p.m.“The victim had pulled into the Shell station at 1120 N. Chalkville Road,” Trussville Police Lt. Clint Riner said. “We arrived on scene and we discovered two people had been struck by bullets. “During the course of the investigation, we determined that the shooting actually occurred outside the city limits of Trussville,” Riner said. “We’re still on scene here waiting to discuss the rest of the case with Birmingham (Police Department).”This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

European countries, including Austria, France, Germany, Poland, and Switzerland, have experienced record-breaking temperatures in September, adding to the growing list of extreme weather events fueled by climate change. This alarming trend comes in a year that experts predict will be the warmest in human history as the impacts of climate change continue to accelerate. In France, the average September temperature is expected to be around 21.5 degrees Celsius (70.7 degrees Fahrenheit), which is 3.5 to 3.6 degrees Celsius higher than the reference period from 1991 to 2020. Germany also experienced its hottest September on record, with temperatures almost 4 degrees Celsius higher than the 1961-1990 baseline, according to the German weather office DWD. Scientists attribute these rising temperatures to climate change driven by human activity, with global temperatures now approximately 1.2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.