The Cry of the Poor: Will Anyone Listen? on October 18, 2022With the economy of Pakistan being on a roller coaster this past year, it’s no wonder that people, even at the upper-middle level, are feeling financially challenged. Fuel/electricity prices have gone up significantly and the recent floods have only made things worse – making life harder for everyone! There’s little hope for Pakistan right now. […]
Journalism in the age of mobile media on October 18, 2022The idea of what it means to be a journalist has been transformed by technology. Audio-visual innovations have changed how journalists think about their routine work and professional practices. Today’s journalists are equipped with “smartphone cameras” that allow for instant recording; internet access via smartphones or tablets, which enables easy file sharing across different platforms; […]
Climate Change: Pakistan’s Unseen Enemy on August 31, 2022As Pakistan recovers from the deadliest floods in its history, experts are warning that these devastating events are becoming more and more common due to climate change. With over 33 million people affected and over 1000 lives lost in the recent floods, the impact of climate change on Pakistan is undeniable. Climate change has made […]
Climate Change: Pakistan’s Unseen Enemy on August 29, 2022As Pakistan recovers from the deadliest floods in its history, experts are warning that these devastating events are becoming more and more common due to climate change. With over 33 million people affected and over 1000 lives lost in the recent floods, the impact of climate change on Pakistan is undeniable. Climate change has made […]
The Plight of women journalists in Pakistan on August 24, 2022We live in a gendered world. It affects everything around us, including our professions and the manner in which one is treated within the profession as well. It is all pervasive and present everywhere. Gender pay gap, gender bias-ness, and unfair treatment of employees of various genders are issues rampant in South Asia. The condition […]
Climate Change, not Tourism Security: Decline of Tourism in Lahore on August 10, 2022Pakistan is, unfortunately, often in the news for negative reasons. Whether it’s Whether it be terrorism, natural disasters, or political instability, there always seems to be something going on that keeps potential tourists away. In recent years, however, another factor has been added to the list of reasons why people are reluctant to visit Pakistan: […]
Cheers vs Jeers: Gender bias in Sports in Pakistan on August 2, 2022The odds are heavily against any girl who wants to take up a sport in Pakistan. Even those with the best intentions and an unwavering commitment find themselves struggling for support in a male-oriented environment, let alone one where jeers instead of cheers will greet their success! Gender bias in sports is a hot-button issue […]