Announcing that the Virtual Pink Seat campaign is back by popular demand, McGrath said all funds raised during the Pink Test will go directly to funding McGrath Breast Care Nurses to support families experiencing breast cancer. “This year marks the 15th Pink Test and with Australia’s help we want to make it one to remember. “Our goal for… Read More »
Lose Belly Fat: Weight gain is a common problem that affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. While many factors can contribute to weight gain, the most common causes are consuming too many calories and not getting enough exercise. When we consume more calories than we burn, our bodies store the excess energy as fat. Over time, this… Read More »
A figure of transcendent historical importance, Admiral David Glasgow Farragut devoted his life to service in the United States Navy. The son of a Spanish-American immigrant and Revolutionary War veteran, Farragut himself was a Civil War hero remembered for his bravery at the Battle of Mobile Bay. Farragut was the first person to hold the ranks of Vice… Read More »
Bilal ibn Rabah (may Allah bless him) is one of the most illustrious names in the Islamic history. A Negro slave originally from Habasha (Ethiopia), Bilal is an evident story of Islam’s respect for human equality, anti-racism and social equity. Born in 680CE in Makkah, to his slave parents — Rabah and Hamamah — Bilal too served as… Read More »
No longer do we just look for a place to stay and a basic breakfast. Nowadays, smart travelers want more – an experience that combines comfort, convenience, and exciting appeal. But with so many hotels competing for your attention, how do you figure out the excellent ones from the not-so-great ones? Don’t worry, adventurous traveler! This guide will… Read More »
Winter means more colds and coughs! Chilly weather weakens our immune system, making us easier targets for these annoying bugs. Viruses live longer in cold, dry air, and that’s why colds are way more common in winter. The cold slows down tiny hairs in our noses that normally fight off viruses. Plus, dry air irritates our noses and… Read More »
In a small town, where everyone knows everyone else, an intriguing incident occurred that left the whole community buzzing. It all started when Mr. Kamran, the respected principal of Lincoln High School, found himself in an unusual situation. What follows is a tale of curiosity, laughter, and a connection formed in the most unexpected of places. A Curious… Read More »
Pakistani dramas have made colossal strides over the last decade, raising the bar for quality writing, innovation and realism. No, we don’t mean the daytime soaps that are full of saas/bahu sazishes (mother-in-law/daughter-in-law scheming) but the prime-time offerings of our major channels. Ever increasing internet access and the spread of social media have put any show just a click away.… Read More »
Prepositions are the parts of speech that can be confusing and challenging at times. Prepositions are short words used to denote the time, location, direction, etc. of a noun. In this article, you will be introduced to the three prepositions of time – at, on and in. Table of Contents What Is a Preposition of Time? A preposition of time is a… Read More »
It is with great sadness that I learned that a great Urdu dramatist, novelist and intellectual, Ashfaq Ahmed has passed away. I always thought of him and his wife, Banu Qudsia, as the gentle, wise uncle and aunt of Urdu. I met him on a few occasions and remember, with great fondness, his kindness. I used his short… Read More »