Dependence on AI: The End of Human Relationships?
By: Hammad Ahmad In the 21st century, a profound question arises: Do we still need human connections in an era dominated by artificial intelligence? The evolution of psychology, long centered…
‘Deaf and Dumb’: A Phrase Rooted in Misrepresentation and Bias
By Neelam Shahzadi The phrase “deaf and dumb,” once widely used to describe individuals with hearing and speech impairments, has increasingly been called into question for its appropriateness and impact.…
Shattered Futures: Can Pakistan Deliver on Its Promises to Children?
By: Nabila Feroz Bhatti Pakistan has been a party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) since 1990 and is obligated to submit the periodic/progress…
Slavery in the Shadows: How Poverty Fuels Exploitation in Pakistan
By: Zara Amoon Slavery, though officially outlawed, continues to persist in Pakistan in alarming forms, including bonded labor, child labor, and forced domestic work. Despite national and international commitments to…
Are Minority Populations in Pakistan Being Accurately Reflected?
By: Mariam Mairaj The underreported issue of “paper genocide”—the alleged systematic undercounting of Christian and Scheduled Caste Hindu populations in Pakistan’s national census—has sparked concern among minority rights activists. At…
The Climate Clock: A Global Wake-Up Call in Union Square
By: Saima Sammar Global warming, first identified by scientists in the early 20th century, emerged through detailed analyses of temperature shifts, precipitation changes, and extreme weather events. Over time, climate…
Experts Urge PM to Take Urgent Measures Against Smog in Pakistan
By: Asif Mehmood A group of 27 air quality experts in Pakistan has written a letter to the Prime Minister, calling for immediate and strategic measures to combat the worsening…
From Violence to Justice: Urgent Reforms Needed for Trans Rights
By: Sabrina Alexander The assault on Dolphin Ayan, a trans artist, has spotlighted the pervasive violence and humiliation faced by the transgender community. The attack, recorded and circulated on social…
Can Pakistan Close the Education Gap for Minority Women? A Look at the Critical Barriers
By: Sushma Aamir Access to education is a basic human right, but in Pakistan, minority women encounter numerous barriers that limit their educational opportunities. These challenges, rooted in cultural, social,…
Discovering the Untold Stories Behind World Freedom Day in Pakistan
By: Kashif Nawab World Freedom Day, marked on November 9, is widely recognized as a commemoration of the fall of the Berlin Wall, symbolizing a triumph over oppressive regimes worldwide.…