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Not To Be Denied!

Ishtiaq Ahmed Bradford: Young British Pakistanis, with the support of community organizations, are forging their own unique legacies.  With an unwavering "not to be denied" attitude, they are pushing back against the tides of racism…

The Pyrrhic Victory of Hope

Saleem Raza Bradford: As the echoes of 25 years of suffering under the deposed Bashar al-Assad in Syriareverberate, Saleem Raza’s poignant poem The Pyrrhic Victory of Hope becomes a mirror reflecting the cost of misplaced alliances and…

Pakistan’s Democratic Vision

Saleem Raza Bradford: The violent suppression of the nation’s survival and progress. Peaceful protesters from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa represent a tragic and dangerous inflection point for Pakistan. The killings, injuries, and blatant use…

Our Own Pudsey Bear from Yorkshire

Ishtiaq Ahmed Bradford: Pudsey Bear, the instantly recognizable yellow, one-eyed cuddly mascot of the BBC's Children in Need charity, has been a symbol of hope and support for disadvantaged children across the UK since 1985. Few may…

Good Morning: Motivating or Tedious!

Ishtiaq Ahmed  Bradford: The custom of saying "Good morning!" is a small yet meaningful gesture that has evolved over time while retaining its universal appeal. Originally, saying "Good morning" was a personal way to greet loved ones,…

US Elections: Count Down Heat

Ishtiaq Ahmed  Bradford: The upcoming US presidential election on November 5 is shaping up to be a historic and tightly contested race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Harris, the current Vice President, is a Democrat with a…

Imran Khan’s Political Woes!

Ishtiaq Ahmed  Bradford: Imran Khan's recent failed bid to become the Chancellor of the University of Oxford marks another setback in his ongoing political struggles. Despite a vigorous campaign led by his supporters, particularly…

Obstacles to Cooperation Within the SCO

Ishtiaq Ahmed  Bradford: The 23rd meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), held in Islamabad from October 15-16, 2024, brought together a diverse group of regional powers, including China, India, Iran, Pakistan, and Russia,…