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Imran Khan’s Worsening Vision Raises Alarm Over Prison Conditions

                                                      Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan   Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is reportedly suffering a severe decline in his eyesight while serving his prison sentence, with doctors noting an 85% loss of vision in his right eye . His legal team says the deterioration has been gradual but significant, leaving him with only partial sight and increasing difficulty reading or recognizing objects at a distance. Khan, who has been incarcerated since 2023 on corruption-related convictions, has long argued that the charges were politically motivated. His lawyers now claim that inadequate medical attention in prison has contributed to his worsening condition, prompting renewed calls for an independent medical evaluation. The development has intensified concerns amon...

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Federal Government Faces Mounting Pressure to Resolve Canada Post Strike

 

The ongoing Canada Post strike, now in its fourth week, is causing significant disruptions across the country, prompting calls for federal government intervention. The Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has urged the government to step in, highlighting the severe impact on businesses, especially during the critical holiday shopping season.

With over 55,000 postal workers on strike, retailers are struggling to meet customer demands and maintain operations. The RCC estimates that the retail sector has already incurred losses exceeding C$1 billion. The strike's timing, coinciding with the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, has exacerbated the situation, leaving many businesses unable to fulfill orders and receive payments.

Despite the mounting pressure, the federal government has so far resisted intervening, stating that the matter should be resolved through negotiations between Canada Post and the union. However, with the strike showing no signs of ending soon, the business community continues to push for government action to prevent further economic damage.

As the strike enters its 20th day, the RCC and other stakeholders are calling for a swift resolution to avoid further losses and ensure that businesses can operate smoothly during the holiday season.




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