Children without a future
Ironically, society tends to look down upon these children as mischief mongers rather than sufferers or victims vulnerable to dangers on the inhospitable streets...
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Robbed off their childhood
Ten-year-old Nauman and Waqas used to pay Rs50 daily to their employer to avoid torture. The boys spent two years begging for alms, from dawn to dusk....
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A fighter’s story
To hear a polite and thoughtful man talk casually about his friends in al-Qaeda is to have the whole enterprise reduced to a more fragile, human scale....
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Tuition hazards
“Come sit here,” the tutor pointed towards the chair right next to him. The fourteen-year-old girl embarrassed by the invitation declined it politely...
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Revival of polo in Karachi
Traditionally polo is played on turf, but due to the unavailability of a proper field, the polo team of Karachi–– adamant to continue the sport –– started playing...
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Dressed for the occasion
For those special days in a brides’ life, the attires should be special too. These formal outfits give the bride a subdued yet extravagant look on her big day....
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Perils of smoking
On average, Pakistanis burn away Rs56 million in daily cigarette smoking. An approximately equal amount of money is spent on using smokeless tobacco, a major...
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Nature’s popular melody
Whether one is a feng shui believer or collector of exquisite decorative items or simply a music lover, wind chimes are a popular accessory in the house...
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Oozing harmony
As one walks into the passageway of Kausar Naseem''s house, a feeling of nirvana seeps into the soul. A lush green lawn with blossoming flowers warmly...
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Is this water clean?
Not only is water an essential need of the people, it forms an important structural component of the human anatomy, too. Every part of the body is dependent on it....
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Aortic aneurysms
Q: I am a 75-year-old male. My doctor discovered that I have an enlarged aorta. He arranged for me to have an ultrasound examination of it. The result is that the enlargement....
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Drought tolerant gardens
As water is becoming a scarce resource, there is a need to grow only those indigenous varieties of plants that consume less water and are drought resistant...
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Eight Days a Week
Hum Ko Deewana Kar Gaye lifts scenes liberally from Notting Hill, throws in yet another scene from Four Weddings And A Funeral (I suppose the thinking was why steal...
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Beef delicacies
Heat oil in a large casserole and fry the meat in batches. Remove from heat and set aside in a bowl. Fry chopped onions in the same oil and stir over high heat for four...
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