Goodbyes and Guidebooks: Navigating the Bittersweet End of College Life

As the college year finally comes to a close, it makes you wonder, it’s time, isn’t it? Time for what, you may ask. The most dreaded moment for any college junior who likes their seniors. It is the arrival of the much-dreaded yet anticipated farewell… Well, it’s not quite the time for goodbyes just yet, but it sure feels like it. For most people, this … Continue reading Goodbyes and Guidebooks: Navigating the Bittersweet End of College Life

Moral Superiority 101

Historically, an overwhelming number of individuals have argued in black and white–the dilemma of the two bipolar ends never ceases. Is Imran Khan a horrible person or the messiah of Pakistan? Pick one side and stick to it till your last breath. Exploration for people who think the same, results in conformity and echo chambers. Shove your agenda, your sentiments, and your righteousness, in other … Continue reading Moral Superiority 101

Beyond Red’s Hood, From Lalarukh’s Eyes

In the enchanted realm that thrived within Lalarukh’s imagination, her life unfolded to the beloved saga of Little Red Riding Hood. Her journey was akin to Little Red Riding Hood, as she created her own fable where each person donned a role mirroring characters from the beloved tale. In Lalarukh’s world, Chachi, with her wily smirk, inhabited the guise of the cunning wolf. Her laughter … Continue reading Beyond Red’s Hood, From Lalarukh’s Eyes

On the Line Between Realism and Idealism 

I envision the universe as a dice, as a game, a mere chance. Six sides, six outcomes, until the dice tilts and balances on its edge. What now? That edge, my friends, is the distinguishing line between realism and idealism. Idealism and Realism, technically speaking, are two terms that lie on opposite ends of a spectrum due to their contradictory implications. Idealism is derived from … Continue reading On the Line Between Realism and Idealism 

Why is It Hard to Talk About ‘Feelings’ in Urdu?

Growing up in a post-colonial independent nation where English has become the medium of education in most schools has led to a common occurrence in our rapidly advancing, tech-savvy generation: the imposteristic feeling of an estrangement and lack of connection with our mother tongue, Urdu. This article comes from a place of both personal experience and a general look on how we as the youth … Continue reading Why is It Hard to Talk About ‘Feelings’ in Urdu?

The Dualistic Emergence of AI

Have you ever been scrolling listlessly through your Instagram feed and suddenly encountered Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and Obama playing minecraft with each other? Or a horribly realistic video of Mr. Beast’s face on a toddler’s body? That’s Artificial Intelligence, more commonly abbreviated to AI. I cannot remember AI in 2022. All of sudden, in 2023, AI became something everyone had access to, a lesson … Continue reading The Dualistic Emergence of AI

On the Wise Habits of The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ 

I’m sure many of you have had that one Desi aunty tell you how so many ‘goray’ are now adopting certain ways of life that resemble those of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and his companions—or the ones that Islam has already taught us. (Spoiler Alert: she’s right.) There have been countless other Western and religious philosophies that have claimed to be the key to a … Continue reading On the Wise Habits of The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ 

Narrowing the Gender Gap in Healthcare

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

Elections and Outlaws: The Scandalous Mise-en-scèneof Pakistan’s Politics

As the unfettered reign of the caretaker government comes to an end (much to the dismay of the power-deprived individuals who make up the dynamics of Pakistan’s political backdrop), there are quite a few things that I — as an inevitable observer and a frustrated nationalist —  have to say. Before we leave our houses on the morning of February 8, 2024, we must remember … Continue reading Elections and Outlaws: The Scandalous Mise-en-scèneof Pakistan’s Politics

Superhero Science: Blending the Fantastic with the Feasible

In a world where comic book pages spring to life, capes billow in the wind, and superheroes perform gravity-defying feats, we find ourselves drifting into the realm of daydreams. We can’t help but wonder what it would be like to don the iconic Iron Man suit or swing through the cityscape with the grace of Spider-Man. But let’s face it, while we may not possess … Continue reading Superhero Science: Blending the Fantastic with the Feasible