The 17th Karachi Literature Festival (KLF) came to a vibrant close on its third and final day, celebrating literature, culture, education, and public discourse. From early morning debates to an evening qawwali, the festival reaffirmed KLF’s role as Pakistan’s most inclusive and dynamic intellectual platform. The day opened with an inter-school debate on "Literature Today: Elitist or Essential?", setting the tone for discussions on access, relevance, and the future of ideas. The participating schools were KGS, Lyceum and...

Mandelson damaged party and trust in politics: McSweeney.Says "decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong".His resignation comes as ministry reviews Mandelson exit payment.LONDON: Embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff resigned on Sunday over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to Washington despite links to US convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein."After careful reflection, I have decided to resign from the government. The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson was wrong. He has damaged our party,...