Story time: The stranger in the park

Story time: The stranger in the park

The final exams of Class Four were over and Ahmad was now free from studies. The only things he liked doing were... Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
Advice: One smile at a time

Advice: One smile at a time

We often fail to acknowledge the power of our actions. While it is said that a harsh word can wound deeply, a mere...
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
When something feels real

When something feels real

Not every strange thing we experience at night is our imagination. Sometimes something actually is happening to our...
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
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This is with reference to the article “Long live the pen!” by Benazir Murad (YW, September 5).
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
Wonder Craft: Make your own sword!

Wonder Craft: Make your own sword!

Kids love toys, whether they are made of plastic, wood or even paper. From cars and dolls to swords and action...
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
What hides in the dark?

What hides in the dark?

Is the dark really scary, or is it what we imagine hiding in it? Let’s switch on the light and find out why we’re afraid of the
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
Space: To the moon and back

Space: To the moon and back

More than 50 years after humans last travelled to the Moon, Artemis II took four astronauts around the Moon and back, opening
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
Story time: An unexpected accident

Story time: An unexpected accident

It was a beautiful early Sunday morning. The sky looked like a canvas painted with hues of pastel pink and blue, ...
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

A social media trend called “aura farming” has moved from TikTok and Instagram to real-life battles in
Published 12 Sep, 2026 04:56am
Opinion: Can emojis say it all?

Opinion: Can emojis say it all?

Emojis are a language of their own, adding emotions to our messages. But there are some things only words can truly express
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Movie review: Swapped

Movie review: Swapped

Life is fun when you can be yourself. But imagine waking up one morning to find yourself suddenly in someone ...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Story time: A glimpse of tomorrow

Story time: A glimpse of tomorrow

“Not in the mood today,” I told Mum nonchalantly, rolling my eyes. “Why does she always want to go to Nani’s...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Story time: Never give up

Story time: Never give up

Sometimes, life changes in the blink of an eye. All your dreams and aspirations can disappear while you are still...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Book review: Who Was Princess Diana?

Book review: Who Was Princess Diana?

People around the world mar­ked the 29th anniversary of Princess Diana’s death last week. She may have died on...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Cook-it-yourself: Peach cobbler

Cook-it-yourself: Peach cobbler

Juicy peaches are more than fruits to eat or turn into a drink. They can be used to create a mouth-watering warm,...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Story time: A magical makeover

Story time: A magical makeover

It was 6 pm. The TV was blaring. There was a sound of chopping in the kitchen, followed by a few laughs now and ...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Story time: The black binder

Story time: The black binder

The blue ink on the sticky note was fading, but the words still felt like a punch to the gut. “I copied the first...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

Around 90,000 rubber ducks were released into the Chicago River during the annual Chicago...
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
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Spotlight

Marvel Comics has announced Indiana Jones and the Sword of Pandemonium, a new five-issue comic
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Quiz: Word roots

Quiz: Word roots

Published in Dawn, Young World, September 5th, 2026
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
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This is with reference to the cover article “Origami: pushing paper to its limits” by Sania Asif (YW, July 4).
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
Long live the pen!

Long live the pen!

We stopped writing by hand. Then we started letting AI do the thinking. The pen’s disappearance is costing us more than we realise
Published 05 Sep, 2026 04:03am
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This concerns the article “Rethinking the ugly duckling” by Hafsa Shaikh (YW, July 4). The article offered
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
How to overcome stage fright

How to overcome stage fright

Stage fright can make even the most prepared speaker nervous. But with practice, preparation and a few simple tricks, you can
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

A runaway sheep in Germany had an unusual journey after wandering into a bus depot and climbing aboard an unlocked parked bus.
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
Story time: One silly lie

Story time: One silly lie

The bell for home time rang. Students quickly packed their bags and rushed out of their classrooms. Some ran towards...
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
Movie review: Minions and Monsters

Movie review: Minions and Monsters

Minions and Monsters is an exceptionally fun film, but its title might leave you wondering. Small yellow Minions and...
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
Wonder Craft: Pencil buddy

Wonder Craft: Pencil buddy

Studies have started in full swing, and you probably have a bundle of pencils and other stationery items by now. ...
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
Story time: Trouble at the zoo

Story time: Trouble at the zoo

Hello there, bear! How are you this fine evening?” asked the peacock. Fine evening? Not for me!
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
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Spotlight

DC Comics has revealed a striking new version of Wonder Woman in Superman #40, giving the iconic heroine a dramatic redesign
Published 29 Aug, 2026 04:57am
Story time: The passenger

Story time: The passenger

Naila was a writer. She was known for writing fictional horror stories inspired by eerie experiences. However, there...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Book review: The Loudest Roar

Book review: The Loudest Roar

Storybooks are meant to entertain and educate readers. And The Loudest Roar is one such book that not only ...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Opinion: The friendship code

Opinion: The friendship code

Friendship is hard to define — every relationship is shaped by different circumstances. Some friendships grow from...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Story time: The old tree

Story time: The old tree

The rays of morning always hit like a truck, bright and heavy. Mornings may feel like beginnings, but what beginning...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Above us: Below us

Above us: Below us

Scientists studying space and scientists studying the ocean face surprisingly similar problems. Both are trying to...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Story time: The day without rules

Story time: The day without rules

My eyes twitched open due to the endless vibrating of my phone next to my pillow. I glanced over at the screen, ...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Story time: Until we are all free

Story time: Until we are all free

“Another Monday!” Zara groaned, stuffing an unfinished mathematics assignment into her bag. She sighed as she...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

Chinese universities are facing a rise in exam cheating using AI-powered smart glasses that can photograph questions and display
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
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Spotlight

Major music organisations, including the IFPI, RIAA and the Grammys, have introduced a voluntary labelling system to show how...
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
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This is regarding the story “The kite that crossed borders” by Hurain Mohy Ud Din Maan (YW, July 4).
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
The ocean’s secret world

The ocean’s secret world

From glowing creatures and hydrothermal vents to bizarre ecosystems, deep ocean depths hold a world we are only beginning to
Published 22 Aug, 2026 04:13am
Story time: More than just grades

Story time: More than just grades

“Baba, the sound is so irritating. Please turn the TV down. I can’t study with all this noise in the...
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Story time: A run to remember

Story time: A run to remember

Even at 5 pm the Karachi sun at wasn’t warm, it was a living beast, exhaling waves of hot air that weighed us down...
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
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Spotlight

I Play Rocky trailer is here
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Perspective: Behind the strength

Perspective: Behind the strength

What happens when the one who is always strong needs help too? A closer look at empathy, responsibility and the hidden struggles
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Movie review: Toy Story 5

Movie review: Toy Story 5

It has been over thirty years since the first Toy Story film was released. Over the years, the series has dealt with...
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Wonder Craft: Hoist the flag

Wonder Craft: Hoist the flag

Though Independence Day has passed, the celebrations can still go on. So let’s hoist the flag and celebrate our freedom!
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Story time: My three wishes

Story time: My three wishes

“What a glorious sunrise! I hope I am the first one to gaze at the violet sun hovering above the rooftops!” I...
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Story time: More than just a role

Story time: More than just a role

Sahar, Zoya, Hafsah and Areesha were eager to perform in their school’s Independence Day event on August 14. But...
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
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This concerns the story “A lame summer experience” by Alisha Khan (YW, June 20). The story felt very
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Loving Pakistan, just not the usual way

Loving Pakistan, just not the usual way

Patriotism is changing and the youth is giving it a fresh look. Here’s how they are reconnecting with Pakistan in their own ways
Published 15 Aug, 2026 05:02am
Back-to-school: The academic reset

Back-to-school: The academic reset

The excitement of a fresh start and the hope that this year will be different... sound familiar? Here’s how to make the most of a
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Book review: Who Was Walt Disney?

Book review: Who Was Walt Disney?

Ever wondered why the name Walt Disney always appears before some of the best animated films you have seen? What led...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

Vacheron Constantin’s Berkley Grand Complication is considered the world’s most complicated watch, featuring 63 complications...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Spotlight

Spotlight

The Batman Part II has been pushed back once again and will now arrive in cinemas on February 18, 2028. Director Matt Reeves...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Website review: Data becomes art

Website review: Data becomes art

The FIFA World Cup is over, but fans are still feverish. Yeah, football fans will talk, discuss and then discuss ...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Experience: A morning of terror

Experience: A morning of terror

Life is very unpredictable. We never know what might happen in the next moment. I had heard people say this many...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Story time: The great glazed commute

Story time: The great glazed commute

Greetings, human readers. I am one of the doughnut tyres found on the cars trending these days. Today, I’m going ...
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
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Through the esteemed column of Young World and the platform of Dawn, I would like to draw the
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Back to school with a green mission

Back to school with a green mission

New books and fresh uniforms aren’t the only things you should take back to school this year. Why not return with a mission too?
Published 08 Aug, 2026 05:24am
Opinion: Living or simply surviving?

Opinion: Living or simply surviving?

Anyone can dream, but dreams only become reality when you plan and work for them. Without action, a dream remains nothing
Published 01 Aug, 2026 05:37am
Movie review: The Sheep Detectives

Movie review: The Sheep Detectives

People often say sheep aren’t very smart, but The Sheep Detectives proves they can be clever. This 109-minute...
Published 01 Aug, 2026 05:37am
Story time: Applying for college

Story time: Applying for college

It was just before my board exams when I filled out my college registration form. With a heavy heart, but knowing...
Published 01 Aug, 2026 05:37am
Trends: When meals become a show

Trends: When meals become a show

Every few months, something new takes over your feed. Labubu dolls, Dubai chocolate, Stanley cups or matcha. You or ...
Published 01 Aug, 2026 05:37am
Story time: A change of heart

Story time: A change of heart

I was seated on a bench in my school, waiting for my father to pick me up. “It makes me sad to think about the poor people in Gaza
Published 01 Aug, 2026 05:37am
The weekly weird

The weekly weird

Selaginella lepidophylla, commonly known as the resurrection plant, can survive for years without water...
Updated 02 Aug, 2026 12:20pm
Spotlight

Spotlight

Netflix has released the first teaser for Lego One Piece, a two-part animated special that retells the live-action series’ first
Updated 02 Aug, 2026 12:04pm