Muhammad Shahid Nazir, famously known as the One Pound Fish Man, transitioned from a viral internet sensation to a political jingle writer. After gaining fame in London for his catchy fish market serenade, Nazir returned to Pakistan where he became a motivational speaker and brand ambassador for PTCL. His family's political connections led him to create campaign songs for the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) and its leader, Nawaz Sharif. Despite Sharif's recent conviction and imprisonment, Nazir continues to support him, attributing the judicial actions to political motives. Nazir's journey reflects his adaptability and enduring popularity in Pakistan.

The Iranian tech sector, represented by companies like Techrasa, Peeyade, and Snapp, faces significant challenges due to U.S. sanctions reinstated by Donald Trump. Despite initial growth fueled by local market conditions and government support, the sector struggles with limited access to essential technologies and economic instability. Entrepreneurs like Mohammad Reza Azali and Lena Vafaey express frustration over missed opportunities and operational difficulties. However, some companies, such as Snapp, have managed to thrive by leveraging local market knowledge and adapting to the unique needs of Iranian consumers.

For the past decade, the Sri Lankan Tamil community in Ile-de-France has been troubled by violent gang conflicts involving groups like Mukkalas, Viluthus, and Red Boys. These gangs, largely unknown to the general public and poorly understood by the police, engage in brutal knife fights, particularly in northern Paris and Seine-Saint-Denis. Despite the creation of a specialized police unit in 2010 to combat this violence, its dissolution in 2014 has left the police ill-equipped to handle the ongoing gang wars.

Esteban Volkov, the 93-year-old grandson of Léon Trotsky, recounts his family's history and survival through Stalin's murderous paranoia. He describes his life, the assassination attempts on Trotsky, and the eventual murder by Stalin's agent, Ramón Mercader. Volkov, who lives in the house where Trotsky was killed, has dedicated his life to preserving the memory of his grandfather. He criticizes the Netflix series 'Trotsky' for its negative portrayal and historical inaccuracies, which he sees as a continuation of Stalin's attempts to tarnish Trotsky's legacy.

In Las Cruces, New Mexico, the El Calvario Church, led by Reverend George Miller, provides crucial support to asylum seekers, offering shelter, food, and assistance in finding sponsors. This effort is part of a broader mobilization by religious groups across the United States against the Trump administration's stringent immigration policies. The article highlights the humanitarian crisis faced by migrants, the activism of various religious communities, and the political implications of these actions as the 2020 election approaches.

Rhymistan, Pakistan's largest homegrown hip-hop event, showcases the country's burgeoning hip-hop scene. Co-founded by Hassan Amin, the event features a mix of established and emerging artists, including B-Boy Taishi and Sunny Khan Durrani, who perform in Urdu and Punjabi. The event, which targets lower and middle-class audiences, is held in old Lahore and plans to expand to other cities. Despite societal challenges, such as a male-dominated audience and conservative backlash, performers like Hafsah Haq are breaking barriers. The hip-hop scene in Pakistan is seen as a platform for expression against oppression and a means to bring the country onto the global rap map.