Gunboats, Oil and the Illusion of Control
President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a naval embargo on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers marks one of the most dramatic escalations in US–Latin America...
When Law Wears a Uniform
A state does not collapse the moment tanks roll into the capital or a general announces the suspension of the constitution. History shows that...
How Modern Civilisation Could Collapse in an Hour
For most of human history, civilisations did not die suddenly. They rose slowly, flourished over centuries, and declined through prolonged periods of decay, conquest,...
Can Eastern and Western Canada Ever Bridge the Divide?
Canada is often celebrated as one of the most diverse, modern, and tolerant nations in the world—an immigrant-friendly country that welcomes millions from South...
The Settler and the Settled: Why We Misjudge Each Other’s Pace of Life
A few days ago, a friend returned from Pakistan’s capital city, buzzing with the frantic energy it demands. As we spoke about his relentless...
How Takaichi Sparked a New China Crisis
From the moment Sanae Takaichi stood in parliament and declared that a possible Chinese attack on Taiwan could constitute a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan,...
Cognitive Cost of Being a Professor in Pakistan
On most mornings, before a single lecture begins or an idea takes shape, the Pakistani professor is already mentally exhausted. The day starts with...
Cultural Confusion and the Crisis of Identity Among Pakistani Youth
Muhammad Zeeshan
In the fast-changing world of today, Pakistan’s youth stand at a crossroads. They are deeply connected to the modern world through technology, yet...
America’s New Space Command: The Battle for Supremacy Beyond Earth
War on Earth has long been fought on land, at sea, and in the air. But as technology races ahead, the next battleground is...
Saving Our Boys: Understanding Campus Friendships
By: Mansoor Qaisrani
As a student, reporter, and researcher who experienced university life from 2022 to 2025 and spent several years among young people, I...
