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Journalist: based in Karachi & mainly covers political parties, labour, education policy, science and research, minorities, and human rights. [X @arshadyousafzay] https://www.thenews.com.pk/writer/arshad-yousafzai#:~:text=Arshad%20Yousafzai%20is%20based%

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Former student who ran paper mill up to 11 retractions Sameer Quazi A former bioinformatics student who operated a paper mill while at the University of Manchester has lost another paper, bringing his total to 11 retractions.  Sameer Quazi had bee…

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05.10.2025 14:41 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Werna hey yaha

15.12.2024 22:27 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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15.12.2024 22:23 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Hi everyone, I just unfollowed trolls/bots. I had been following everyone because I believed this platform could foster mature interactions, unlike others we’ve seen in the past. Unfortunately, I was proven wrong. If I mistakenly unfollowed you, feel free to drop a comment, & I’ll follow you back

15.12.2024 19:38 — 👍 7    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

It appears that with each passing day, the institution is losing ground to the public. The long-term consequences of this either the institution survives, or the public does. I hope that, in the coming decades, those responsible for these decisions will be held accountable for their actions.

15.12.2024 10:01 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

If the country were to enter a full-scale war, wouldn’t this amount to using civilians as human shields? None of the wars they claim to have won in the past were fought under such circumstances.

15.12.2024 10:01 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

but instead struck lavish residences—colonial-era inheritances—located within civilian areas. These locations raise serious concerns. Why are such installations placed among civilian populations?

15.12.2024 10:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

No democratic country can deny this right, and examples of violent protests exist across the globe. Even on May 9, the protesters did not target military installations such as missiles, tanks, or trenches

15.12.2024 10:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

Yet, those responsible conveniently claim that the military has no involvement in politics. In functioning democracies, protests are often disruptive and occasionally violent, but the right to protest remains a universally recognized and protected fundamental right.

15.12.2024 09:58 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0

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Pakistan’s military has already announced the trials of civilians—activists of a political party that, despite being barred, stopped, & rigged against, still secured a majority of seats in the latest elections—within military courts are a blatant case of political interference.

15.12.2024 09:58 — 👍 2    🔁 3    💬 1    📌 0

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14.12.2024 17:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Barelvi and Shia versions are not less dangerous as well as Wahabi

14.12.2024 17:44 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Afghan Taliban and other extremist groups initially celebrated HTS's victory in #Syria. However, policy statements from HTS leadership avoiding the implementation of regressive religious laws are now sparking criticism for the Afghan Taliban. Most likely within Afghan Taliban

14.12.2024 17:21 — 👍 3    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

The name of his own biological father is listed as a terrorist by the United Nations, yet he is set to conduct trials of civilians in military courts.

14.12.2024 17:21 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The funny thing is that a lot of these Punjabi nationalists don’t even live in Pakistan.

04.12.2024 12:36 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0

It’s not possible but Punjabi nationalism needs foundations which are still unfounded

04.12.2024 11:07 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

It’s okay we should have no problem

04.12.2024 11:06 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

The fading politics of PML-N seems to be getting a lifeline through the oxygen of Punjabi nationalism, with Ranjeet Singh as its newfound ideal. It’s understandable—one person’s hero can be another’s villain. But here, the 'Faujeet Singhs' are keeping themselves quite busy

04.12.2024 10:53 — 👍 5    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

If you disagree with them, they’ll waste no time labeling you as a “Youthia” much like religious extremists who are quick to brand others as kafir, Wahhabi, Shia, Ahmadi, or anything else that suits their narrative. 2/2

28.11.2024 12:27 — 👍 3    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

A lot of self-proclaimed experts are desperately trying to convince others that the gang of criminals—left behind by colonialists—is the legitimate custodian of the state, and their facilitators are the true representatives of the people. 1/2

28.11.2024 12:27 — 👍 10    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0

I see I am here

24.11.2024 15:57 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Ye kaha se aa rahay hain

24.11.2024 14:36 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

Every new BC General initiates yet another operation, spending billions and making tall claims, yet the outcome remains the same—zero. The reason is the support for Mullaism within the ranks of the forces. Even Hazrat Hafiz Syed Asim Munir Shah Sahib begins his public speeches with religious touch

22.11.2024 13:53 — 👍 12    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0

We are not invaded but invaders thrown us before their dogs

21.11.2024 16:54 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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When terrorists like Ludhianvi of SSP—now ASWJ—who wants to vanish Shia communities are invited to the GHQ & even awarded medals, how can one expect peace in the country?
Note: This is a straightforward question. Don’t derail the conversation by accusing others of being traitors

21.11.2024 16:31 — 👍 19    🔁 3    💬 1    📌 0
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Where is humanity? Where are the so-called great Pashtun "rewayat"? For what reason, & on whose behalf, is this being done? Shame on you and the beliefs that drive you to take the lives of innocent people. In this difficult time I stand with Shia community. I know I can do nothing but stand with you

21.11.2024 15:13 — 👍 23    🔁 15    💬 6    📌 2

Yes

21.11.2024 13:34 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A convoy traveling from Parachinar to Peshawar was attacked by terrorists. The death toll has risen to 39 including kids & women, 50+ injured. Sources say there were prior warnings yet the convoy was attacked under the nose of LEAs. Attacks and looting in Bagan, Mandori, and Uchit continue

21.11.2024 12:20 — 👍 24    🔁 11    💬 0    📌 0
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There are political elites & there are military—& neither seems to care. The fire they ignited is now consuming the lives of ordinary ones struggling for basic needs. Meanwhile, the very soldiers they exploit are reduced to carrying the bodies of their fallen comrades on donkeys

20.11.2024 18:05 — 👍 24    🔁 10    💬 0    📌 0

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