Gingivitis: Gingivitis is the most common cause of bleeding gums. It is a mild form of gum disease characterized by inflammation of the gums due to the accumulation of plaque (a sticky film of bacteria) on teeth. The gums become red, swollen, and may bleed when brushed or flossed. Poor Dental Hygiene: Inadequate brushing and flossing can lead… Read More »
In the realm of faith and spirituality, various beliefs are intertwined with the hope of finding solace and healing from ailments that afflict the human body. One such belief centers around a Surah, a chapter from the Holy Quran, and its purported power to alleviate the suffering caused by cancer, diabetes, and stomach diseases. While the medical community… Read More »
In a bustling marketplace, a king once passed by, only to find a peculiar sight – a merchant selling a donkey for a mere 2 rupees. The following day, the king happened upon the same scene, the merchant still hawking the same donkey for the same price. Puzzled, the king halted and inquired about the donkey’s price. The… Read More »
Victorian era, in British history, the period between approximately 1820 and 1914, corresponding roughly but not exactly to the period of Queen Victoria’s reign (1837–1901) and characterized by a class-based society, a growing number of people able to vote, a growing state and economy, and Britain’s status as the most powerful empire in the world. During the Victorian period, Britain was… Read More »
In the wake of the “Arab Spring” revolutions in Tunisia and Egypt in late 2010 and early 2011, the conventional narrative, at least in the Western media, soon became one of an unstoppable tidal wave of emancipation. This was expected to leave no stone unturned, at least in the decaying Arab republics, which many academics continued to argue… Read More »
On 9 May 2023, nation witnessed tragic incidents of politically provoked violence and arson at multiple places, marking a dark chapter in the history of Pakistan. Building on a sustained narrative of hate and lies, politically orchestrated attacks were carried out on the installations of the Armed Forces including desecration of the monuments of Shuhada,” the Inter-Services Public… Read More »
The new film “The Stoning of Soraya M” opens in theaters on June 26. Based on a true story, it centers on an Iranian woman, Soraya, who was brutally stoned to death by her fellow villagers in 1986 after her husband falsely accused her of adultery. Soraya’s aunt takes great personal risks to share the story with the… Read More »
Physicians are well-paid professionals. However, they also have many responsibilities, including paying large amounts of student loans, taxes, and other living expenses. Also, because doctors earn their money during their lifetime, their net worth often does not reflect what one would expect, given their income. What are the doctor’s expenses? We’ve all heard the rich doctor story. Someone… Read More »
It is true that there are many places in Pakistan that are worth exploring but are not that well known. One place that combines folklore, adventure, heritage and mystery is Ranikot (pronounced ‘runny coat’, not ‘raani kot’) Fort, located near Sann, in Sindh’s Jamshoro district. This enigmatic fort is one of the largest, if not the largest fort… Read More »
Key facts Overview Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages. It is caused by inflammation and muscle tightening around the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. Symptoms can include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. These symptoms can be mild or severe and can come and go over time. Although asthma… Read More »