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Embracing Afpakistan
The expression AfPak that has gained currency, despite belated efforts by the US government to suppress it.
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Manner of dress — and earthquakes
An Iranian Islamic cleric, Hojatoleslam Kazem Sedighi, implied that women who dress immodestly lead young men astray.
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What next for India and Pakistan?
Sceptics would probably be tempted to say “here we go again”.
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Heroin, an opportunity in Afghanistan?
It must be the heroin. It’s the only justification worth accepting.
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India talks back
The interior minister of Pakistan is a famous man. He’s famous for his flashy ties.
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Should football referees consult replays?
This question has become important after England says that an error by the referee cost it a match against Germany in Fifa.
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Taxing times
These are taxing times. Everyone is talking taxes and feeling taxed.
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A revolution?
These days there is a lot of talk about revolution and a change of system.
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The PTA’s Orwellian antics
The government intends to put in place a draconian system of monitoring and controlling the internet.
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What Benazir did (not do) for women
In 1988 Benazir Bhutto emerged as the most powerful symbol in contemporary politics for women.
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The expatriate’s angst
Nothing bothers young Pakistanis more than being identified as Indian.
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IPI pipeline and the US
Ever since the current leadership has been at the helm of national affairs, the nation has suffered humiliation.
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Ending Kurram’s sectarian strife
Kurram Agency was part of Afghanistan until the signing of the Gandamak Treaty on May 26, 1879.
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Airport security, Pakistan-style
You would think going off to Europe for a week would be fun, yes? Think again if you’re taking a flight out of Karachi.
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Pakistan’s narrow foreign policy
Pop quiz: what are the names of Pakistan’s ambassadors to Chile, Malaysia, Venezuela, Brazil, or Russia?































