Books are and always have been political. From allegories jam packed with historical political references to criticism carefully constructed into plot points, writing has always been a way of bringing to light real life issues with subtlety. Though not always appreciated by the target of said criticism, it really reflects society when such books are ridiculed and shunned for being a hard but absolutely crucial … Continue reading Books and Politics
“Students are merely puppets controlled by the strings of an educational system where privilege decides who gets ahead.” At first glance, this statement may seem overly pessimistic. After all, we are constantly told that success comes from hard work, determination, and talent. Society celebrates stories of individuals who rise from poverty to positions of power, presenting them as proof that anyone can succeed if they … Continue reading Is Meritocracy just a Myth? A Sociological Critique of ’12th Fail”
As you pick up your phone for the hundredth time that day, you wonder what the reason for your unproductivity is. The lack of ideas, or your lack of trust in your own creativity? You scroll through your Instagram reels, filled with all the things you wish to be; everything but yourself, and a bitter taste fills your mouth. You glare down at your empty … Continue reading The Battle against One’s Mind
Like Fawkes the phoenix from Harry Potter, ever so gracefully emerging to life from his own ashes, every A-level student fantasizes about their very own rebirth, a renewed chance at what’s infamously “the most academically challenging phase.” Often times, this rebirth comes in the form of the rather notorious: Academic Comeback. So buckle in and cue “Give me some sunshine” on your headphones, while I … Continue reading Is Academic Comeback Just a Myth?
Have you ever wondered how medical research prioritizes its focus? Do the researchers meticulously plan which diseases to delve into or what problems to immerse themselves in? One might assume a generic answer, especially in a field filled with mindful individuals. However, considering women’s healthcare, the reality is far from what you might expect. Shockingly, there is a significant deficiency in research dedicated to female … Continue reading Narrowing the Gender Gap in Healthcare
Language is interesting. Sure, Urdu classes were a menace and English made you want to rip your hair out but if you really think about it, none of the bonds we share or the things we hold dear could have existed had it not been for language. When I found out that the theme for this month was centered on this, I went through a … Continue reading The Cat in the Bag and Other Stories Your Teachers Never Told You
As humans, the need to express one’s desires and feelings is inborn, while the skill of communication through language is acquired. The first thing that is expected of an infant is to utter a few syllables—this shows the significance of language in our lives. Even when mankind had not yet developed the intellect to form words, pictorial scripts such as the hieroglyphics in Ancient Egypt … Continue reading Through the Time Machine: A Commentary on Language, History and Racism
The blessed three months of summer vacations have successfully been wasted, you have your back-to-school accessories ready and you’re ready to work. Well hold on there cowboy, here are a few things that we think you should know before you begin your first month of college. Continue reading 5 Things to Try Out During Your First Month (Of College)
DISCLAIMER: This article is completely opinion based and subjective in nature. Please don’t opt for an A-level and blame us afterwards. Thanks! Continue reading An Introduction to A-Level Subjects — by the A2s!
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