From Homer to Mahmoud Darwish, war has shaped literature, and literature has shaped our understanding of war. The narratives
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Childhood and old age not only mirror each other as stages of life at opposite ends of the spectrum, they also remind us of the
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Some revolutions may begin with visionaries, but their success depends on their being adopted as everyday acts of courage and
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A famous hadith says that the ink of the scholar is superior to the blood of the martyr. Why then did Muslim societies lose their
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From personal nicknames to national identities, narratives shape how we see ourselves and how the world sees us. But can some
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City spaces should be designed in a manner that resonates emotionally and aesthetically with the citizens and reflects the ident
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From ancient myths to modern political symbolism, there exists an intricate relationship between textiles and storytelling
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Although the spirit of charity and giving is baked into the central ethos of Islam, Muslims today seem more interested in individ
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Western powers justified colonisation as a ‘civilising mission.’ Now, as global voices reclaim their real histories, new narrati
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All major religions, civilisations and societies have stressed the importance of enacting true justice. But seeking justice is
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Most people try to keep their public and private lives separate from one another but, for some, their private passions come to
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Manufacturing hate and violence serves as a potent tool to ensure those in power maintain their control and economic interests
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For some countries, national happiness is a goal worth striving for. The Pakistani state has ignored the importance of a happy
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People have naturally always formed communities based on shared interests and mutual trust in one geographic space. The internet
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Across history, slogans have served as imagined futures aiming to become realities. They can define national identity, political
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