Is Earth really getting too hot for people to survive?
By: Scott Denning My parents said the planet is getting too hot for people to live here. They called it climate change. What does that mean? – Joseph, age 12, Boise, Idaho. Many countries have seen extremely hot weather lately, but in most of the inhabited world, it’s never going to get “too hot for […]
Sunita Williams assent to heights
By: Mohammad Hanief In a historic achievement, Indian-American astronaut Sunita Williams has become the first woman to pilot a new spacecraft on its inaugural crewed test flight to space. Williams, 58, launched aboard Boeing’s Starliner capsule on June 5 this year, alongside NASA astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore, from Cape Canaveral, Florida. The mission, dubbed Boeing […]
Education: A key component of progress
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Education is a key component of progress for both individuals and society, it opens doors to social justice, economic opportunity, and personal growth. It provides the necessary skills for employment success and prepares people for the workplace, but its advantages go well beyond just helping people land a respectable job. Critical […]
Prophet Ibrahim (AS’s) Legacy: Faith, Sacrifice and Community
By: Aubaid Ahmed Akhoon “Many years ago, Hazrat Ibrahim (A.S) made a choice. He loved his son. But he loved Allah more. The commandment came to sacrifice his son. But it wasn’t his son that was slaughtered. It was his attachment to anything that could compete with his love for the Almighty. And the beauty […]
Despite improved WHO regulations, the world remains ill-prepared for the next pandemic
By: Michael Baker The international community’s recent failure to conclude a global pandemic agreement leaves large gaps in our capacity to deal with the next major infectious disease emergency. The risk of another pandemic like COVID – the worst in a century – is increasing. The World Health Organization (WHO) took an important step by […]
Improving Healthcare in Government Hospitals
By: Dr. Rizwan Rumi The state of healthcare in India, particularly in government hospitals, remains a critical concern. Despite strides in medical technology and increased funding, many challenges persist, including accessibility, quality of care, and transparency. To ensure that government hospitals serve the public effectively, especially the poor, comprehensive reforms are needed. This article outlines […]
Results are looking promising for a combined COVID and flu vaccine
By: Jaya Dantas Earlier this week, Moderna announced positive results for its phase 3 clinical trial of a combined vaccine against COVID and influenza. So what exactly did the trial find? And what sort of impact would a two-in-one COVID and flu vaccine have on public health? Let’s take a look. Combination vaccines are already […]
Father’s Day Special: A Tribute to my grandfather Syed Abdul Rashid Gilani
By: Syed Majid Gilani Reflecting on the people who have shaped and influenced my early life, one person stands at the top of my mind Syed Abdul Rashid Gilani, my late grandfather. Born in the year 1927 at ‘Khanquah Moulla,Srinagar to Maulana Syed Mohammad Yasin Shah Gilani. My grandfather Abaji, was a pass-out of the […]
India’s GDP growth: An enviable position
By: Mohammad Hanief The Indian GDP grew by 8.2% in the financial year ending March of 2024, well above the initial print of 7.3%, and revised higher from the second estimate of 7.6%, to consolidate India as the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Still, the GDP diverged considerably from the 7.2% growth in gross […]
Eid-ul-Adha: Embracing Sacrifice and Spiritual Renewal
By: Waris Nissar Eid ul-Adha, known as the Festival of Sacrifice, stands as a cornerstone of Islamic tradition, embodying profound spiritual significance and cultural richness. Rooted in the Quranic narrative of Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering devotion to Allah, this sacred occasion serves as a testament to the values of sacrifice, obedience, and compassion. In this comprehensive […]
