The Big Picture

Public sentiment has nothing to do with democracy. Leaders are just telling us what we want to hear.

In Pakistan our selfhood is determined by doctrines we profess adherence to. Human rights have little to do with it.

Sugar, spice and everything weak - that's what the perfect 'simple' girl is made of.

As a kid, I had made up my mind to not leave Pakistan, but today I hardly recognise my country.

You have your eye on the prize! You decide to put your laptop away - but there are so many distractions!

Political participation and education may be of greater value than just ridding the world of Bin Laden.

Pakistanis - we are chronic trusters - a nation of the blindest believers!

A little research can save your life, your career and your hard earned money!

In Pakistan, where some mothers have gone through the worst of ordeals, we need to realise their importance.

The death of a man should not bring joy, even if it is that of a murderer.