It is a common conceit to assume your own culture is the best. Is it not remarkable that, in the colossal catalog of traditions and peoples across all of the time, yours would be the one with the “right” or “best” way? People often view philosophy through this same kind of narrow lens. In this […]
Author: Jonny Thomson
Is ‘Treason’ on Netflix based on a true story?
Treason, Netflix’s new twist-filled show based on the story of MI6 agent Adam Lawrence, played by Charlie Cox, is currently one of the streaming giant’s most popular shows. The thriller series created by Matt Charman is not based on a true story. According to Newsweek, the showrunner revealed that Adam’s character was inspired by an […]
Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on two-year deal
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a two-year contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, the club announced on Friday. Ronaldo, 37, left Premier League giants Manchester United last month after an explosive television interview in which he said he felt betrayed by the club and did not respect their Dutch manager Erik ten Hag. […]
Shariati’s ‘return to self’ rejection of sectarianism, ethnocentrism
“The son of famous Revolutionary sociologist Ali Shariati, an Islamic thinker, and author believes a ‘return to the self’ would not mean ethnocentrism for Shariati, but rethinking native traditions.” The role of Dr. Ali Shariati, in employing new human sciences (especially history and sociology), for a scientific and realistic understanding of the national and religious […]
The Impact of Terrorism on Education – Case Study of Pakistan
Terrorism has become a major problem in many parts of the world, including Pakistan. The rise of terrorism in Pakistan has had a major impact on the country’s educational system. Terrorism in Pakistan has been an ongoing issue since the late 1990s, but the threat has increased significantly in recent years. This increase in violence […]
Who is Radhika Merchant, Mukesh Ambani’s youngest daughter-in-law?
Radhika Merchant, the daughter of Encore Healthcare CEO Viren Merchant and Shaila Merchant, is engaged to Mukesh and Nita Ambani’s youngest son Anant Ambani. On Thursday, the roka ceremony was held at the Shrinathji Temple in Nathdwara, Rajasthan. Nathdwara is located 48 kilometres from Udaipur. Radhika, 24, has been engaged to Anant, 27, for several […]
Supreme Court dismisses Imran Khan’s appeal in Shehbaz Sharif defamation suit
The Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed Imran Khan’s appeal against the Supreme Court’s dismissal of his right of defence in a Rs10 billion defamation suit filed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif against him on Thursday. The appeal was heard by a three-judge bench of the Supreme Court, led by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah. Justice Amin-ud-Din […]
Western influence on the policies of developing countries
After the cold war, the world became Uni-polar and the whole world is dominated by the USA along with its western companions. The other countries which were considered to be developing countries slowly progressed after 1991. These countries became a threat to the developed nations. Consider for example China, which was considered to be a […]