Sehaam Tahir

“Some people journal, I draw” says interdisciplinary artist and illustrator Adan Shaikh. As an Asian woman, Adan uses her own stories to navigate themes of displacement, women’s narratives and socio-political topics.

The beauty industry is unfortunately under regulated, where many products that are not safety tested are being sold. Even brands that claim to be ‘clean’ are not legally regulated, so despite the label their products may still be harmful. So next time you’re buying new makeup, look beyond the marketing claims and examine the ingredients list for these chemicals so you know what to avoid.

Mehreen Jabbar, Pakistani director and film extraordinaire has broken boundaries in the industry. Jabbar has won multiple awards and received critical acclaim for her stories that successfully represent the quintessential Pakistani experience, while also leaving room for international appreciation.

In recent years, we have witnessed the youth of Pakistan tap into the growing digital economy to connect with a global market. Amid the grim economic backdrop where job opportunities are limited, the internet has acted as a vital crutch when it comes to earning a living. For many, it has become their main source of income. Beyond this, the internet is a place for learning. Individuals who freelance in today’s gig economy also gain the ability to obtain new skills in order to make them competitive contenders for the global job market.