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Business
Uncertain times: Will the euro survive – for unity or competitiveness? Syed H Akhter On the surface, Pakistan seems far too distant from what is playing out in the European capitals. The latest financial crisis, engulfing the whole of Europe and resulting from sovereign debts amassed by Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece and Spain, is spiralling into a perilous phase and the outcome will impact not only the developed countries, but also the less developed economies such as Pakistan. Unemployment: When will growing joblessness be curtailed? Zeeshan Shah One of the economic problems that Pakistan shares with the world – although in a slightly more exacerbated form – is unemployment. As the economy slowly implodes due to numerous crises following mismanaged economic programs, slogans raised by political parties promising 'roti, kapra, makaan' (food, housing and shelter) have yet to be realised for the masses. _______________________________________________ Sports Hockey: I was always confident of making a comeback, says Imran Fawad Hussain His recall to the side might have come as a surprise to many but Mohammad Imran was not stunned as the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) included him in the squad for the Europe tour. Australia series: 'Advice sought from team management on venue' Our Correspondent Until Sunday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials were measuring the pros and cons of the decision to choose either Malaysia or the UAE as venue for their home series against Australia that is scheduled to start in August. _______________________________________________ Life & Style Traditional footwear: Cuckoo for khussas? Saadia Qamar While diamante sandals and kohla puri inspired chappals may be in vogue everywhere else in Karachi, traditional kohla puris and khussas still retain their old school popularity. One place in Karachi that is still boasting this footwear is the city's once popular shopping joint Uzma Display Centre, a treat for khussa lovers. Jafferjees: It's all about the experience Hani Taha Hardly any brands in Pakistan can boast of a lineage and heritage as the centuries old leather brand Jafferjees. For decades, the store stood quietly as a hallmark of quality leather goods and even today in an age of hyper consumerism and mad advertising, it is retaining its old school glamour by maintaining a healthy distance from all the fashion and luxury brouhaha. _______________________________________________ | 
