New Year: Goals, Challenges, and the Path Forward
By: John Bosco The dawn of a New Year brings renewed responsibility and a fresh perspective on life’s journey. It is a time for self-reflection, gratitude for past achievements, and…
A Nation at a Crossroads: Pakistan Grapples with Challenges and Opportunities in 2025
By: Kashif Nawab As the year 2025 begins, Pakistan finds itself navigating a complex and challenging landscape shaped by political, economic, social, and geopolitical dynamics. The country has undergone significant…
2025: A New Year of Challenges and Hope for Pakistan and the World
By: Augustine Gill As the 2025 dawns, nations face a mix of uncertainty and hope. Global conflicts, including the ongoing crises in Gaza, Ukraine, and Syria, as well as tensions…
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…