October 21, 2004

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In the midst of desolation The sheer desolation of the area in Hawksbay hits you when you see it for the first time. This is the place where those affected by the Lyari Expressway Project have been settled. It takes more than an hour to get there from the PECHS when there are no traffic jams. But on the return journey...		No time to listen Do you remember the attractive little child with a charming smile and a lovely voice who appeared with Suhail Rana on television for a children’s musical programme, “Sang sang challein”,...
Lotion sickness Some people are surprised that Prince Charles has turned his attention to haircare products in the form of his Duchy Originals Collection. HRH is not, after all, renowned for his own directional barnet. But with implications for the health of the planet and the use of natural resources...		Identity crisis After studying in the western universities, returning to one’s homeland is an exciting yet confusing time. This is especially so in the case of university students who come back after an extended stay in a completely different society in which they have experienced liberation and freedom....
A bumper crop It’s an enviable position to be in, I suppose, but right now it is giving me nothing but headaches. The problem is a bumper crop of apples. In fact over 1,200 kgs of them....		PHOTO FEATURE: A weekly carnival To a majority of consumers living on the razor edge of inflation, weekly bazaars are a great relief as they provide an opportunity to shop in bulk at cheaper rates....
Enslaved lives There are many types of bonded labour which include entire families. However, there is a kind of labour never reported in the press or discussed at any forum. These victims have been suffering silently for years. This forced labour work is currently being perpetrated fearlessly by government officers from different departments...		Splendour in steel and wood In spite of the fact that one comes across numerous picture-perfect abodes in Pakistan, one rarely finds a house that exudes resort-like tranquillity and charm as does the home of Dr Isma and Ali Reza Gheewalla. The minute you set your eyes on the attractive steel and wooden gate, you know that a treat is in store for you....
Preserving the dead Mummy is a term used to describe a human body that has been preserved by chemical techniques. Mummies have been found in several regions of the world. These include Egypt and other countries of North Africa, Middle East, the South American Andes mountains, deserts of Peru...		Calcium needs Q: I know women should take calcium supplements, but is it a good idea for men? What’s the difference between oyster shell calcium and other types? Which is best?...
Amazing cannas The first thing that people ask you after a long summer break is what you did during the holidays. So, instead of repeating the same thing ad nauseum, I’m going to say it right now — I was canna spotting. This means you go looking for cannas and all the different colours, varieties and the ways in which they are grown....		Eight Days a Week really wanted to like Wimbledon, I really did. I love tennis; I think Paul Bettany (Master And Commander, A Beautiful Mind) is a pretty likable and interesting actor; Kirsten Dunst (Spider-Man, Bring It On) can have her moments; and despite my cynicism I’m as big a sucker for a good romantic comedy as anybody else....
Delectable iftari Onion Rings Ingredients 2-3 large onions (slice into rings) ½ tsp baking powder 1 cup white flour 1 tsp salt ¼ tsp red chilli powder ¼ tsp black pepper 1 cup water Oil for frying ...		Post Mark The horrendous tales of human smuggling in ‘The allure of greener pastures’ (Oct 14) are heart-rending. Every conscientious-minded Pakistani with some self respect has to hang his head in shame ....