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Pashtun Nationalism and the Lessons from Golding’s Lord of the Flies

As slogans echo louder than solutions, and legacy overshadows merit, Pashtun politics stands at a crossroads—caught between romanticizing past...

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Younas Nasar

DNA Data Banks: A New Lifeline for Endangered Species

In an age of mass extinction, DNA data banks are emerging as a groundbreaking solution to preserve the genetic heritage of endangered species. The...

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Nadia Khan  

Understanding Pashtunwali

Rooted in principles like honour (nang), hospitality (melmastia), revenge (badal), and community justice (jirga), Pashtunwali has stood resilient...

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Farman Ulah

Rethinking Animal Culling in Pakistan

In Pakistan, the growing stray animal population has led to mass culling practices that raise serious ethical, religious, and governance concerns....

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Farwa Gohar

From Crusades to Gaza: The Shared Roots of Islamophobia and Anti-Palestinianism

Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism are not recent phenomena but twin ideologies born over a millennium ago during the Crusades. The post From...

19.04.2025 2

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Zayan Bin Zakariya

Economic Instability and Inflation in Pakistan

Once seen as a rising economic power, Pakistan now stands at a crossroads—its economy weighed down by inflation, debt, and dwindling hope. The post...

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Fatima Brakhnaa Gul

A Pathan Daughter: Defying Patriarchy in a Traditional Society

A Pathan Daughter by Nabeela Gul is a powerful tale of defiance and empowerment. Set in a deeply traditional society, it follows the journey of...

19.04.2025 5

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Maqsood Ur Rehman

Let the Daughters Rise

In Pakistan, deep-rooted patriarchy, cultural misinterpretations of religion, and systemic injustice continue to marginalize women. The post Let...

17.04.2025 1

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Uroosa Khan

The Global Chessboard: Navigating a Multipolar World

As global power dynamics shift, the world is transitioning from a unipolar order dominated by the United States to a multipolar system shaped by...

17.04.2025 8

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Eman Fatima

The Importance of Art in a Technological World

From the earliest days of humanity, art has served as a way for people to communicate, celebrate, and express their experiences. It’s a fundamental...

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Sohrab Khan Wazir