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US Confirms It Has Weapons in Orbit: A New Line in the Sand

Analysts warned that this normalises orbital weaponisation at a time when more nations are developing their own counterspace capabilities, including China and Russia's counterspace programmes, India's direct-ascent ASAT capability, and Iran's jamming and spoofing techniques.

The Psychology of Honor Killing in Pakistan: Understanding Its Roots

Until communities and institutions consistently reinforce that idea, and until perpetrators expect meaningful consequences, the word “honor” will continue to disguise what Pakistani law already recognizes as violence.

Review— Mind Over Body: Inside the Mind of an Unstoppable Extreme Triathlete

The challenge is not really the swim, the bike, or the run; it is everything that happens before the athlete reaches the start line, specifically the mindset preparation 

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.

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