Martha Shelton (May 31, 1934 — July 26, 2023)
Martha Shelton, age 89, of Westover and Kirkwood by the River, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023, at the Palliative Care and Comfort Center of UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Martha graduated from Mortimer Jordan High School in 1951 and from Alabama College (Montevallo) in 1955, where she majored in Home Economics. Martha taught nutrition to nursing students at Duke University and worked in hospitals in North Carolina while Jack attended Duke Divinity School. Martha, with Jack, created and sustained a home where her sons felt safe, loved, and free to be themselves. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Martha’s name to the ministry and work of First Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, www.fpcbham.org
Source:The Express Tribune
August 04, 2023 08:29 UTC
India’s Policy of Bluff
That bluff of India to call itself the protector of democracy and human rights has earned it an international reputation and voice. - Advertisement -Policy of Bluff is a concept used by Hans J. Morgenthau in his book, Politics Among Nations, where he defines the policy of bluff as a tool for states to gain prestige and power. While the bluff is played at the international level by the Modi regime to be the protector of human rights, the story is parallel within India. The so-called protectors of human rights had been the cruellest human rights violators, with the atrocities carried out in IOK. This incident was one of the most brutal depictions of human rights violations with targeted killings, arson, looting, rape, and brutal torture.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 04, 2023 06:22 UTC
The census excuse
The process can only start once the Council of Common Interests approves the census results for notification. The last census was late, being conducted in 2017, instead of 2009, and this census is early, because they are supposed to be conducted at ten-year intervals, making one not due until 2027. Even in 2018, the census results had not yet been notified (something only done by the PTI government after the federal government agreed to conduct a fresh census). - Advertisement -If the current government does not notify the census result, the caretakers might. It is to be hoped that no excuse is found to do the same for national polls.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 04, 2023 06:16 UTC
Man shot dead by wife’s brothers
A man who had allegedly secretly married his wife's sister was shot dead and the woman injured by her brothers. Police handed over the body to the heirs after the post-mortem and registered a murder case against two brothers of the women. Three years ago, Sajjad secretly married Nasreen's sister Sidra and rented a house for her in Usman Town. After their marriage was revealed, the woman's brothers Babar and Akmal Nadeem barged into their house and shot and injured Sajjad Ahmed and their sister Sidra. The police registered a murder case against the brothers on the complaint of the father of the deceased, Rafiq.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 04, 2023 05:56 UTC
Bilawal Bhutto Breaking Barriers, Bridging Nations
Currently, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is the Foreign Minister of Pakistan. Regarding the Kashmir dispute, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasized the importance of its peaceful resolution in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions and international law. FM Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had been the first Foreign Minister from Pakistan to visit India in 12 years. In July 2023, Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s visit to Japan was also marked by productive bilateral talks with Japan’s Foreign Minister and a meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari emphasized Pakistan’s vision of regional connectivity and economic cooperation during his address at the Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI).
Source:The Nation
August 04, 2023 01:11 UTC
Condemnation and Unity
This condemnation is not isolated but rather extends to other acts of violence that have recently plagued Pakistan. During a joint press conference, the Pakistan Ulema Council Chairman labeled the perpetrators of these heinous acts as criminals, unequivocally dissociating their actions from Islam and Muslims. The unanimous condemnation and consensus expressed by Ulema from various schools of thought is not only commendable but also encouraging. In a war that involves battling narratives, their unified voice plays a crucial role in countering extremist ideologies. Appreciating and highlighting this consensus is vital because it demonstrates the unity embedded within the Muslim community’s rejection of these acts of terrorism.
Source:The Nation
August 03, 2023 21:25 UTC
Pak, Iran chalk out five-year trade cooperation plan
Pakistan and Iran have chalked out a five-year trade cooperation plan with a trade target of five billion dollars. Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, at a joint press conference with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Islamabad, said the five-year plan was envisaged to run from 2023 to 2028. Bilawal said the plan is aimed at removing impediments to bilateral trade, finalisation of the Free Trade Agreement and establishment of institutional linkages between private sectors of both countries. The foreign minister also discussed the grave human rights situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). He added we have agreed to set up a special economic free trade region along the common border points.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 03, 2023 13:34 UTC
Govt borrows less than target over high returns
The borrowing from commercial banks, however, was significantly lower than the auction target of Rs160 billion as banks were seeking higher returns on extending financing to the state. The government on Wednesday borrowed almost the entire amount, ie Rs70.76 billion, through the sale of three-year PIBs at 19.32% rate of return. The return could have gone significantly higher had the auction target of Rs160 billion been met. The government cannot directly borrow from the central bank and is bound to acquire financing from commercial banks under the IMF loan conditions. Central bank lending through the printing of new currency notes has been a major cause of high inflation in the country.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 03, 2023 13:32 UTC
UAB’s Dr. Marrazzo replaces Dr. Faucci as Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
From The Tribune staff reportsBIRMINGHAM — The University of Alabama’s Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo has been named Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) on Tuesday, August 2. She is replacing Dr. Anthony Faucci who vacated the position in 2022. Lawrence A. Tabak, D.D.S., Ph.D., acting director for the National Institutes of Health, made the announcement and extended a warm welcome to Dr. Marrazzo. “This is a great opportunity for Dr. Marrazzo to make a big difference to the country, and it is indicative of the high regard that exists for both her and UAB. She is expected to begin her role as NIAID Director in the fall.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 03, 2023 10:18 UTC
Potential Delay
It is good to see that the government is set on dissolving assemblies so that procedures for holding the elections can begin. Earlier, the government had denied the possibility of holding elections as per the latest census because the results had not been notified, and a few irreconcilable differences remained. The activity was conducted for the good of the public, and to ensure that the next elections would be more representative. Given that most members of the opposition have resigned from the National Assembly also presents issues of its own. This is something that the government cannot afford, especially after promises of timely elections.
Source:The Nation
August 03, 2023 08:15 UTC
Pakistan will not allow certain actors to establish sea hegemony: PM
Initiated in 2018, the MILGEM project envisages the construction of four Corvettes for the Pakistan Navy – two in Pakistan and two in Turkiye. The prime minister said Recep Tayyip Erdogan was a great leader which was reflected by his “wonderful” victory in the recent poll. The prime minister earlier attended the launching ceremony of the third Naval Corvette, PNS Khyber, in Istanbul, in November 2022. The MILGEM project represents an enduring symbol of Pakistan-Turkiye collaboration in the maritime domain. The prime minister said that Pakistan Navy was fully dedicated to ensuring the high-quality maritime activities.
Source:The Nation
August 03, 2023 06:36 UTC
PM Shehbaz reiterates invitation to Turkiye to join CPEC
Says we celebrate each others’ success stories, stand together in face of challengesSays CPEC bound to increase quantum of Sino-Pak business, and Turkiye is a natural partnerKARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated his invitation to brotherly country Turkiye for joining the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), citing the latter as a “natural partner”. The premier made the remarks while addressing the launch of the fourth Milgem class corvette at the Karachi Shipyard, where Turkiye Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz was also present. In November last year, the premier had invited Turkiye to join CPEC to bring about regional prosperity, alleviate poverty and empower people through better education and health facilities. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Vice President of Türkiye Mr. Cevdet Yilmaz cutting a cake to celebrate the launching of Pakistan's 4th MILGEM Corvette "PNS Tariq" in Karachi. PM Shehbaz further said that Turkiye also stood by Pakistan during last year’s devastating floods, saying that it was “very valuable and timely help”.
Source:Pakistan Today
August 03, 2023 06:14 UTC
Ottawa Redblacks add Maurice Ffrench following release from Edmonton Elks
The Ottawa Redblacks have signed American receiver Maurice Ffrench to their practice roster. The five-foot-eleven, 200-pound target was released by the Edmonton Elks on July 24 after starting four games at slotback. The 24-year-old went unselected in the 2020 NFL Draft but signed with the Kansas City Chiefs and spent his rookie year on their practice roster. Ffrench’s signing came one day after the Redblacks released American receiver Raphael Leonard from the practice roster. The Redblacks (3-4) are scheduled to visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-4) on Sunday, Aug. 6 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT.
Source:The Nation
August 02, 2023 23:02 UTC
FSU places four on All-ACC team
From FSU Sports Info:Verse, Benson and Wilson earned the second-, fourth- and sixth-highest vote totals, respectively, and Verse led all defensive players with 136 votes. He re-set his career-high rushing total in each of those three weeks, becoming the first FSU rusher since Dalvin Cook in 2016 with three straight 100-yard games. Benson finished the year with five 100-yard rushing games, the most in a season by an FSU runner since Cam Akers in 2019. Wilson was a second-team All-ACC performer last season after making 43 receptions for 897 yards and five touchdowns. His receiving yards total was seventh in the ACC.
Source:The Nation
August 02, 2023 22:39 UTC
Trussville resident soon to publish new book ‘Slaying the Giant of Depression’
“I started reading books on spiritual warfare and, literally, that was the only way I got over (the depression),” Dickerson said. “I think the devil has convinced us, even through songs and through music, just to say bad things,” Dickerson said. At the beginning of this year, however, Dickerson said she felt God was telling her to write a book on how to overcome depression. “I really didn’t know anything about publishing a book, but I just made it a priority. Dickerson said she’s hoping the book will plant a seed to show someone else how to break free from depression.
Source:The Express Tribune
August 02, 2023 21:36 UTC