Disparaging the feminist narrativeBy: Badar Yasir on June 18, 2019Like most western concepts, feminism was touted as a panacea that would liberate women and promote equality across the gender divide.All it's doing is destroying real chivalry. "The casual sexism and racism of most of what Hollywood has to offer is bad enough on your average day but horror, action, crime or romantic comedies are real no-go areas. Try watching "Knocked Up" without wondering why … [Read more...] about Disparaging the feminist narrative
The dilemma of modern lifestylesBy: Shaheera Amir on June 18, 2019Modernity has surely accelerated our lives. Whether it is the performance of one's habitual tasks or heavy-duty tasks, our lives have been truly automated. Efficiency, productivity and communications have improved making the earth a global village. A dominant part of this modern lifestyle is 'consumerism.' Being surrounded by fast food chains, riding Lamborghinis, spending countless on branded … [Read more...] about The dilemma of modern lifestyles
Rantings of ‘nationalist’ menBy: Atiq J on June 18, 2019"Look, all this women equality talk and nonsense. That does not come from our culture. Our women have been mothering children and looking after the kitchen and cattle for centuries. Women's freedom is a corruption introduced by Western propaganda against our noble cultural values of honour, modesty and shame. That's why I tell my sons, who are studying at university to stay away from educated … [Read more...] about Rantings of ‘nationalist’ men
Cairo’s ‘mother of Egyptian museums’ set for revampBy: Agencies on June 18, 2019Egypt on Sunday launched a revamp of the Egyptian Museum, promising to preserve and enhance the storied site even as it loses its most famous collection. Located in the heart of Cairo on Tahrir Square, the Egyptian Museum has long been the foremost home for the country's bounteous collection of antiquities. But it will soon lose some of the treasure from King Tutankhamun's tomb to the Grand … [Read more...] about Cairo’s ‘mother of Egyptian museums’ set for revamp
What deforestation is doing to our countryBy: Sunderta Lashari on June 16, 2019Deforestation is the act of cutting down trees on a mass level to fulfil the needs of the society. This need is mostly driven by Capitalist desires and to fulfil the industrial requirements. Forests cover 31 percent of the land area of our planet and they house over 80 percent of the world's land based species such as rhinos, elephants, lions etc.Deforestation has increased rapidly in Pakistan … [Read more...] about What deforestation is doing to our country
Sleep paralysis and Al KaboosBy: Saqlain Ali on June 16, 2019There has been great debate between sleep paralysis in science and Al Kaboos - the Jinn by religious people. Quoting from the film 'Fight Club' directed by David Fincher, "We have no great war. No great depression. Our great war's a spiritual war and our great depression is our lives."Truly, we have nothing to fear from famine, plague or wars in this era, but our greatest fear is our own … [Read more...] about Sleep paralysis and Al Kaboos
The bleak scenario of Thar DesertBy: Aiyza Javaid on June 16, 2019Thar Desert located in the southeastern part of Pakistan's Sindh province is the most irregular in receiving rainfall. It is largely a drought-prone region due to erratic rain pattern. The worst ever drought in the region was witnessed in 2013, which claimed the lives of local inhabitants and other living organisms. Due to irregular rain pattern and dry spell, Thar Desert has witnessed a long … [Read more...] about The bleak scenario of Thar Desert
The wondrous Chocolate HillsBy: Mahan Aslam on June 16, 2019When we think of beauty in nature, we might, most immediately, think about ethereally beautiful landmarks which bring a rush of joy and tranquil to our minds. Nature displays incredible diversity in all her glory. The beauty of nature has a profound effect upon our senses.You sense the inner you which brings you closer to your own spirit.Some of the landscapes are truly heavenly and … [Read more...] about The wondrous Chocolate Hills
Los Angeles International Airport named the worst in the world on June 16, 2019The inaugural Fodor's travel awards provided a tale of two airports in a single city on Wednesday, following their announcement that the country's best and world's worst airports are just 30 miles apart. The travel site crowned Hollywood-Burbank Airport the best the United States has to offer, crediting its 'shenanigan-free experience', low parking costs and versatile array of dining options as … [Read more...] about Los Angeles International Airport named the worst in the world
A testament to creative learning in PakistanBy: Haider Rifaat on June 15, 2019Empathy matters. We choose not to exercise it on children with learning deficits. Youngsters who display undiagnosed behaviours endure routine challenges and our ignorance only intensifies their condition. Luckily, InspirEducation - The Bridge School is swiftly taking charge of a deeply flawed education system where orthodox methods of teaching have left abled learners behind. There are countless … [Read more...] about A testament to creative learning in Pakistan
