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Gut Health and Athletic Performance: How Your Microbiome Can Boost Strength, Stamina, and Recovery

Gut microbiome influences muscle and protein metabolism through increased availability of amino acids, particularly Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs), i.e., valine, leucine & isoleucine, which contribute to muscle growth and function.

Myths vs. Facts: Civilizations, Secrets, and the Stories We Choose to Believe

In an age of viral narratives and cinematic history, archaeology quietly competes with myth-making. This feature examines some of the most persistent myths surrounding the world’s iconic archaeological sites, placing them against evidence, data, and scholarly consensus.

The Nabateans: Rock-Cut Wonders of the Ancient World

European explorers discovered the region in the 19th and 20th centuries, and the world was exposed to these magnificent ruins. The city was declared a World Heritage in 1985 and one of the 7 New Wonders of the World in 2007.

Abid Hussain: Unearthing Pakistan’s Past, Powering Global Science

In Tatrot, fossils of animals millions of years old are scattered across the landscape. Geologically, the area is part of an important fossil-bearing region where remains dating back approximately 3.5 to 5 million years have been discovered.

This Workers’ Day, Remember the Women Enduring Scorching Heatwaves at Work

Women, particularly from low income families, also carry the dual burden of caring for their families and earning their livelihoods, in addition to carrying unpaid emotional labour in their families.

Challenges in Science Education in Pakistan and the Shift Beyond Rote Learning

Students quickly disengage from traditional science classes until something hands-on begins.

Growing Suicide Rate in Students: When a Bad Semester Starts to Feel Like a Ruined Life

When a student starts to believe one bad week has ruined their whole life, the problem is bigger than grades.

Building Prosperity: How Financial Education is Empowering Women Across Pakistan

International Women's Day 2026 theme is 'Give To Gain'. And the simple rule is: When we give, we gain. Together, let's help forge gender equality through abundant giving. It's time to shift from saving cash or gold to investing in mutual funds and having complete ownership of your assets.

The AI Nuclear Renaissance: How Diablo Canyon Became the Backbone of California’s Power Boom

I have lived in San Luis Obispo for over a decade, about 40 km from Diablo Canyon, California’s last operational nuclear power plant. I...

Scientists Find a Natural SPF with UV-Protective Bacteria in Thailand’s Hot Springs

At the western Thailand’s Bo Khlueng hot spring, water temperatures rise close to 70 °C while sunlight reaches the surface with little attenuation. Heat...

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