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Greater Karachi is essential to stop the march of extremist forces in South Asia

It may sound like a famous coffee commercial to many Americans, but Pakistan indeed runs on taxes paid by its largest city, Karachi. Every government, civilian or military, however, has severely neglected even the basic needs of this great city. For decades,

PM Khan: Investigate and bring to justice the murderers of Mohajirs

It has been almost seven months since the last Christmas, the day when two gunmen riding on a motorbike callously gunned down 46-year-old Ali Raza Abidi right outside his house in Karachi. Abidi, an elected member of Pakistan's National Assembly until May 201

Major issues that Karachi and other cities in Sindh Province are facing

The following are major issues that the people of Karachi and other cities in Sindh Province seek to change. Unfair census, disenfranchisement and gerrymandering Many independent sources rank Karachi as the second most populated city in the world, but the aut

'We need regime change and we need it now'

This regime may be on its last legs. It is acting with desperation — desperate to distract people from its own corruption. I want to also take this opportunity to commend Madame Rajavi for her advocacy for democracy, women's rights, and minority rights

Our Mission: 'Freedom, Democracy and Human Rights for Iran'

Yes, we do not want anything more than freedom and human rights, which will of course also open the way for us toward development and justice. This will ensure peace and security in Iran and the Middle East; an Iran free of religious fascism, a non-nuclear Ir

NRA suspends Chris Cox, top lobbyist

The National Rifle Association has reportedly suspended Chris W. Cox, the head of its legislative-lobbying arm, accusing him of being part of a failed coup to oust CEO Wayne LaPierre. The gun-rights group filed a lawsuit in New York State Supreme Court late W

Will U.S. and Russia agree on something for a change?

If President Donald Trump still believes that «Getting Along with Russia is a Good Thing, Not a Bad Thing» he might consider joining Russia and EU on resolving the current crisis in the republic of Moldova where political stability worsened dramat

World Cup 2022

DOHA, Qatar — Traveling the African continent in 2010 there was one uniting theme no matter where one stopped. South Africa was hosting the FIFA World Cup 2010. Despite the nerve racking reality that stadium construction was still underway just weeks be

Qatar Airways

A generation ago the word Cadillac became synonymous with excellence. When someone was trying to describe the very best of a certain category there was no greater compliment than to be labeled «the Cadillac of desk chairs,» or «the Cadillac

America's closest friend in the Middle East

Throughout its history, the United States has developed and nurtured friendships with allies around the globe. Some share similar economic interests. Others are tactical political partners. Still others are strong military allies. A few share America's emphas

The Super Bowl vs. The World Cup

Every February Americans gather around their televisions to celebrate Super Bowl Sunday. The Super Bowl, the NFL's Championship game, is the single biggest TV event in the United States. Nearly every household tunes in. Betting is completely off the chain. Ha

Education City

It's that time of year again. The time of year when young faces proudly wearing mortar board caps and flowing gowns celebrate their graduation from whatever school best served their scholastic interest. Some studied to be physicians at Weill Cornell Medicine

'I hope we give them an education about POWs and MIAs'

Q: What do you hope Americans learn from Rolling Thunder rides? Artie Muller: I hope we give them an education about POWs and MIAs. I hope that they have more respect for our military and our veterans and understand what they've been through. It's not easy fo

After the Ride come the tributes

After Rolling Thunder, Inc. XXXII Ride for Freedom, spectators and riders can gather near the Lincoln Memorial for a program featuring Rolling Thunder, Inc. National Sgt. Artie Muller, Executive Director and Founder, and Joe Bean, President, along with the fo

Veterans sue to remove Bible from display at VA hospital

A group of veterans in New Hampshire has filed a lawsuit to remove a Bible on display in the lobby of a VA hospital in the state's largest city, Manchester. The Bible, which is bolted inside a Plexiglas case, decorates a POW/MIA memorial table at the Manchest

The Ride for Freedom: A 'show of gratitude' for others' sacrifices

It's interesting that as we get closer to this year's Memorial Day, I have had the chance to digest the idea that there may not be another Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom in D.C. I ride to The Wall on Memorial Day to pay my respects to those who sacrificed .

Legion Riders ensure Gold Star families aren't forgotten

Since 2012, American Legion Post 177 in Fairfax, Virginia, has served as a rallying point for thousands of American Legion Riders (ALR) traveling from all over the nation to take part in Rolling Thunder activities in the Beltway. It's no different this year,

'Hanoi Hilton' veteran: 'We must do all we can' for POW/MIA

This year marks the 32nd anniversary of Rolling Thunder. Each year, its Ride for Freedom is an inspiring reminder that we must do all we can to ensure a full accounting for American forces who remain missing in action (MIA). It is a call to action, and as a 2

Why Rolling Thunder matters — and why its mission may never end

I still remember my first trip to D.C. with Rolling Thunder. I loved riding my bike into Washington for the annual Memorial Day demonstration, being part of that impressive gathering of motorcycles, running through cheering, emotional crowds, and playing the

Bound in heart: Rolling Thunder and American Gold Star Mothers

Each Memorial Day weekend, American Gold Star Mothers look forward to being in Washington, D.C., with Rolling Thunder. We talk about the previous years we have been on the ride and how thrilling it is. We talk about the riders we have met and the friends we h

National Alliance marks 30th anniversary

This year marks the 30th anniversary for The National Alliance of Families for the Return of America's Missing Servicemen Annual Meeting. The Alliance was formed when Dolores Apodaca Alfond, former prisoners of war and family members of America's POW/MIA fro

From Kennedy-Khrushchev to Trump-Putin

Following issuance of Robert Mueller’s final report concluding there was no “collusion” with the Kremlin, and Donald Trump’s “very good” phone conversation with Vladimir Putin, the US President told us via Twitter that he b

The U.S. - Japan Cultural Alliance

The social and cultural fabric of the United States of America — the country of freedom and families — is in peril. As the Index of Culture and Opportunity compiled by the Heritage Foundation clearly points out, fewer Americans these days embrace

Japan's sole conservative think tank

During the Cold War, President Ronald Reagan declared that «the real crisis we face today is ... a test of moral will and faith.» Then-Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone fully supported that vision, saying that he would work to make Ja

What to expect from the upcoming parliamentary elections in Moldova

Those who do not follow the events in this country but want to learn more the best option is to read the book by Aaron Miller “Moldova Under Vladimir Plahotniuc: Corruption & Oligarchy” published by Studio Igal Rozental, Ltd. While Washington

Yanks to the Rescue 2.0

The date of the first round of Ukraine's presidential election, March 31, is rapidly approaching. Perhaps even more important to the outcome than the fluctuating opinion polls showing abysmal levels of popularity of all 44 contenders is another question: Who

The Drone Revolution of the U.S. and Japan

China’s drone technology has caught up and overtaken the United States. China has made major advances in swarm control technology and now finds a ready market for its advanced drones in countries across the Middle East and Africa. The U.S., Japan and ot

Looking ahead: 'Vision 2020' seeks to deepen foundation for world peace

After the death of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon in September 2012, his wife, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, began actively leading the movement they founded to achieve substantial gains through «Vision 2020.» This comprehensive and global initiative seeks to ful

'Africa is a blessed continent'

The following is excerpted from remarks given at the First Africa Summit for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development in Dakar, Senegal, on Jan. 18, 2018. I am so thankful to all of you because today we have gathered here in Dakar, Senegal, to open a new e

'Let us cultivate our youth for peace on this very day'

We are gathered here at the foot of Table Mountain, a beacon on the tip of the African continent that is millennia older than humanity and a defining feature of this beautiful city of ours. For those incarcerated on Robben Island [as political prisoners] suc

Zimbabwe entering new 'era of economic rejuvenation'

The following are President Mnangagwa's remarks on Nov. 21, 2018, at the National Sports Stadium in Harare, Zimbabwe, during the Peace and Family Festival, Zimbabwe Hyojeong Cosmic Blessing. Masvingo Provincial Affairs Minister Josiah Dunira Hungwe delivered

Africa's future: 'To serve humanity and amaze the world'

The two-day First Africa Summit for Peace, Security and Sustainable Development, held in Dakar, Senegal, in January 2018, attracted some 1,200 participants and more than 100 speakers. The conference began with the National Anthem of Senegal sung by the Littl

Karachi, once the 'Bride of the East,' endures vicious campaign of terror

When Benjamin Franklin wrote in a 1789 letter that «in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes,» he had no idea how unashamedly modern-day Pakistan would defy his prophecy. Pakistan today is a country where only deat

Pakistan's oppressed eye U.S. intervention

Pakistanis observe a national holiday on Dec. 25 every year. It's not because Pakistan, a Muslim-majority country, celebrates Christmas. Nor is it because Jesus' birthday is celebrated on that day. The reason for Pakistanis to take a day off work on Christma

America's First Amendment

«Azadi 1» is the new license plate of my friend Tom Garrett, a former congressman from Virginia who has steadily become the voice of the voiceless. Mr. Garrett recently traveled to Syria to highlight the plight of the Kurds, he's heralded the hard

The challenge of 'Azadi'

Azadi means freedom. Freedom is something that some take for granted. This isn't a luxury that most people in the world share. My name is Tom Garrett. I served as an artillery officer in the United States Army and deployed to the Balkans following the massacr

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Monday, January 21st is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. It’s also a national day of service. From The Corporation for National and Community Service: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a vital figure of the modern era and a pivotal figure in the Civil R

RUSSIAN AMERICA TV - The first, Russian language independent American television channel

Founded just one year ago, this bold concept, at the nexus of classic media and blogs, was created by two completely different people, who might never have met in their motherland. Sergey Danilov is a serious businessman, doctor of economics, a professor, an

At the Buenos Aires G20 It Was 'RIC' Instead of 'USRIC.' Why?

In our previous statement in The Washington Times we advocated the formation of a new security group composed of the leaders of the top four nuclear, economic, and demographic powers. Its purpose would not be to replace but to back up the United Nations Secur

Pacific Alliance Institute

PAI and Asia Japan is a nation dedicated to liberty, the rule of law and prosperity, having created the greatest economic power in East Asia. The Pacific Alliance Institute (PAI) has its headquarters in Tokyo, the nation's capital, where it is working to conf
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