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Zardari’s fool proof plan to end corruption (read: save himself) in Sindh
Recently, the Chief Minister of Sindh, Qaim Ali Shah, along with some of his cabinet members travelled all the way to Dubai to attend a meeting co-chaired by the co-chairman and chairman of Pakistan...
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Why I have lost all respect for Imran Khan and PTI
In the 2013 general elections, I wholeheartedly and proudly voted for Imran Khan. It was the first time that I was eligible to vote and my excitement was beyond measure. Alongside this, I was smitten...
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In conversation with the K-Electric Chairman: “It’s not our fault, it’s the...
In a surprisingly candid telephonic interview, K-Electric chairman, Tabish Gauhar, conceded that Karachi’s power supply company has been found desperately wanting. Speaking from his private yacht via...
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An event of momentous importance has occurred and, as is usual with the more earth shaking happenings, has been completely ignored. One might suspect a cover-up by the intelligence agencies because...
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Dr Nauman, after last night’s show, I must say, “Game on hai”
It is an odd feeling to watch a show on television discussing you for a couple of hours. For most parts, it was hilarious. Unfortunately, I missed yesterday’s pre-game episode of Game On Hai on PTV...
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10 reasons why the Judicial Commission verdict is a stepping stone for PTI
The verdict is out and it has shocked leaders, members and supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI). Yes, we are talking about the Judicial Commission (JC) report on the alleged rigging in the...
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Can Earth’s bigger, older cousin sustain life as we know it?
The light from the star Kepler 452 dimmed just a fraction. Then, 385 days later, it happened again. Astronomers now know that a planet – only a little bigger than the Earth – is causing the dimming, as...
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Pakistan should put its own house in order before jumping into an arms race
I’m a peacenik and I’m happy in my skin. As an active journalist, I have covered enough wars, had my fair share of good and bad fortune, experienced torture and witnessed people maimed, lamed and face...
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Pakistan, a nation filled with tolerance and forgiveness
Now and again, we are reminded that it’s impossible to politely engage everyone on this planet and no tolerant society should ever try doing that. It is important to begin by recognising that religious...
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Four tried-and-tested tips to land a job in Dubai
Most of us, if not all, go to the UAE on a visit visa in order to search for a job. And the majority of us have no guarantee of finding a satisfying job. It takes time to research and locate your ideal...
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5 reasons why no one will be screaming during the ‘Scream’ series
Screams are not quite in the air yet. The freshman TV series ‘Scream’ is an adaptation of Wes Craven’s classic film franchise of the same name debuted on MTV last month to poor reviews. However, this...
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Southpaw: When revenge is a dish best served cold
Hollywood cinema loves the spirit of sport. Countless works including 2005’s Coach Carter, 2011’s Moneyball and 2014’s American-football centric Draft Day, have focused on either the hardships of...
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Mahodand Lake – A tribute to the majestic ‘Switzerland of the East’
Beauty is an attribute which characterises itself by persuading the desirous. Gigantic mountains, roaring rivers, and fascinating waterfalls invite you to come and get lost in endless magnificence....
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If Iran and the US can make peace, why can’t India and Pakistan?
The nuclear deal between Iran and the West has opened up new avenues of engagements for those nations which have been in conflict for decades. It has proved that time-tested diplomacy is the only way...
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Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis: On the go and ready for more
With the World number one crown already in their possession, Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis entered the all England Lawn Tennis Club for the Wimbledon 2015 title. Mirza had won the Junior Doubles...
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De-seating PTI members: To evict or not to evict, that is the question
On the July 28th, Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) tabled resolutions in the National Assembly to de-seat lawmakers from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on account of...
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Is Dr Ghazanfar being sacked because of his refusal to conform to nepotism?
Internationally, and definitely not nationally, the following news has created utter shock and disdain amongst people. In between baking under the scorching July sun and the long Eid holidays enjoyed...
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Is Minions subtly promoting misogyny?
Disclaimer: This is not a movie review, as I'm not a movie critic. It started with the need to have minions at my beck and call 24/7. Never ending work, without a break, and lack of readily available...
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What a newly dated early Quran tells us about Islam
For the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims, the idea that the Holy Quran is a seventh-century text disseminated by Islam’s founder, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is neither new nor particularly controversial....
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To Fakhra Yunus and Noman – With love, from Tehmina Durrani
Strange are the ways of God, Strange is the help He provides, I love you to the moon and beyond, There aren’t many places to hide! The sky above heads be a witness, When helpless were helped by a...
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