SCARS AS SIGNPOSTS

Twinkle Twinkle little Scar How I wonder what you are—a reminisce of the past or a prophecy of the future? Whispers of every battle we fought linger through the marks etched upon us—on our flesh, on our soul—testaments to our survival and the moments that shaped us into who we are today. Beneath these marks lie intense tales of bravery, courage, and determination to move … Continue reading SCARS AS SIGNPOSTS

The concept of destiny: a facade or a revelation?

Growing up in a brown family, the phrase ‘jo naseeb mai ho’ echoed through nearly every conversation, a constant reminder of fate’s inevitable grip on our lives. A newborn daughter? Naseeb. A failed marriage? Naseeb. A stillborn child? Naseeb. A successful business? Naseeb. Surprisingly, this concept isn’t confined to the brown community; it transcends cultures and knows no boundaries. Perhaps its universal reach is why … Continue reading The concept of destiny: a facade or a revelation?

The Tragic Chronicles of Pakistan: romances that shaped our folklore

Long before modern romance stories graced our screens and bookstores, the nation of Pakistan was awash with romances that defied social norms and touched the soul. Everyone reveres Shakespeare as the literary god of tragedy, and stories like Romeo and Juliet cement his legacy as the ultimate storyteller of doomed love. But hold on to that thought—because when it comes to heartbreak, rebellion, and sacrifice, … Continue reading The Tragic Chronicles of Pakistan: romances that shaped our folklore

Are the jingles jingling for you?

“We used to be a country. A proper country,” or maybe the prim and properness went down the drain as we grew up. As you walk through the old rubble of memories, you pick up the stride and hum to an old tune, which you never quite forgot, and it keeps levitating in your mind, why? The bubble gum isn’t that class apart but you … Continue reading Are the jingles jingling for you?

Metaverse: Future of Digital Connection or Privacy’s Worst Nightmare?

Saying that the company is expanding in terms of services, Facebook’s CEO and founder, Mark Zuckerberg, changed the company’s name to Meta, wanting the new name to represent this change. But why did they rename it to Meta?  Meta comes from the Greek word beyond. Facebook has expanded its business model from just an app where people can connect and share pictures (Facebook) to a … Continue reading Metaverse: Future of Digital Connection or Privacy’s Worst Nightmare?

From Dundler Muffin to LACAS: A tale of “The Office” characters as A-levels students.

Recently, after rewatching the office for the 9th time, I couldn’t help but notice how some characters were uncannily similar to the types of people found on campus. The office is not just an ordinary comedy show, but an emotional roller coaster ride. Without a doubt it deserves utter admiration. Especially its diverse and exceptional characters who developed perfectly along the series(except obviously Andy Bernard … Continue reading From Dundler Muffin to LACAS: A tale of “The Office” characters as A-levels students.