A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, leaving a trail of destruction and tragedy. The disaster has claimed over 1,000 lives, with thousands...
The operationalization of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage at COP29 represents a historic turning point in global climate policy. This long-awaited development marks a significant achievement for developing countries, small island states, and vulnerable communities across the globe who have been disproportionately affected by the intensifying impacts of climate change. Spearheaded under the leadership of Azerbaijan’s COP29 Presidency, this milestone reflects a global commitment to addressing the inequities of climate change impacts while fostering hope for more inclusive, effective solutions.
As the sun sets over the Margalla Hills, casting golden hues over the lush landscape of Islamabad, it’s easy to be lulled into thinking that this picturesque city is a sanctuary for wildlife. However, beneath this serene facade lies a pressing crisis: the alarming decline in biodiversity.
Pakistan faces a deadly smog crisis, with its air quality reaching alarming levels. The toxic haze, caused by agricultural fires, traffic congestion, industrial emissions, and urban sprawl, has turned daily life into a health risk for Pakistani citizens. How Did Pakistan Get Here?
Discover the importance of snow leopard conservation in Pakistan, and how 'Snow Leopard Diplomacy' is reshaping the future of wildlife protection in the region
Palestinian woman Inas Abu Maamar, 36, embraces the body of her 5-year-old niece Saly, who was killed in an Israeli strike, at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, October 17, 2023. Reuters photographer Mohammad Salem was in Khan Younis on Oct. 17 at the Nasser Hospital morgue
Maurizio Cattelan's artwork Comedian—a banana duct-taped to a wall—sold for $6.2m at Sotheby’s New York, surpassing estimates. Chinese entrepreneur Justin Sun, who plans to eat the banana, won the bid. First unveiled in 2019, the piece has sparked global debates on art, with its banana replaced repeatedly after being eaten twice in public displays.
In an unprecedented move, President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing dissatisfaction with...
Think intensively and think critically, the three words seem simple yet are extremely difficult to practice in everyday life, especially when human nature drives us to make most decisions emotionally. How can we cultivate this skill? Can it be taught, learned, or practiced?
Before diving into these questions, it's important to remember the true purpose of education. As Martin Luther King Jr. wisely stated, "The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of true education." This philosophy isn't just an abstract ideal; it’s actively embodied in educational systems like that of Canada.
Finding Peace, Balance, and Opportunity – Is Canada Where Quality of Life Thrives Hasn’t this become a million-dollar question for any Pakistani looking to improve their life? And why not? When daily frustrations become unbearable, you’re forced to look for other options—unless you choose to stay stuck.
As a recent Pakistani immigrant to Canada, I can say Canada is for anyone who can relate to frustration of constant pressures of electricity, gas, and water issues, unpredictable tax laws, failing healthcare and education standards for children.
