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Surah Al-Anbiyaa and Water in 2025: New Year's Best Topic

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"We made every living thing from water . Will they not then believe?" Surah Al-Anbiyaa: This ayah is from Surah Al-Anbiyaa (Chapter. No. 21, Verse.No.30). The Surah is found in Para 17 of the Holy Quran. It has 112 ayahs (verses) and 7 rukus (sections). Water as a Source of Life: Revealed in Makkah, Surah Al-Anbiyaa is about the wonderful creation of Allah and His divine ability. Besides its main theme, which revolves around faith and Islamic monotheism, the Surah reveals the important fact of water, as a source of life. Amount of Water in Living Things: Mankind was not aware of these facts before 20th century. After the advancement of science, it was found that a living being contains cells and the basic substance of cell is cytoplasm containing over 80% water.  Science tells us that every living human/creature contains 50 to 90 % water. It is  essential for swallowing, digesting, transporting and distribution of food, vitamins, hormones, immunity ...

Mixed Martial Arts in Pakistan: The Inspiring Journey of Faster Arif As A Symbol of Resilience and Passion

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Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) may be just a sport to some, but for   Faster Arif , it is a passion, identity, and lifeline.  Hailing from the serene Swat Valley , his journey to national MMA arenas is a testament to unwavering dedication, relentless training, and the strength to endure profound personal loss. Through every setback, he has stood tall, embodying the true spirit of a fighter and making Faster Arif and  mixed martial arts in Pakistan  inseparable. Rising Star On Scene  of  Mixed Martial Arts in Pakistan: Faster Arif began his martial arts journey in 2006 in Saidu Sharif, Swat. Starting with Taekwondo, he quickly rose through the ranks, earning a black belt (1st Don from Kukkiwon) and becoming a national player who competed in 32 National Games. As he expanded into other disciplines such as Wushu, boxing, Jujutsu, and wrestling, his skills matured into a complete MMA arsenal - and he grew together with  mixed martial arts in Pakistan . His pr...

The Biggest Environmental Problems of Pakistan and Their Impact on People:

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You may be aware of drastic changes in global weather patterns, and  alarming decline in species population worldwide. While, it might seem that these events don’t directly affect you, however; they  are signs of the biggest environmental problems of Pakistan - symptoms of an   impending climate crisis and weather extremes , threatening not only the country, but the entire planet.   Understanding The Biggest Environmental Problems of  Pakistan and its Effects on people: Just like other nations, Pakistan is grappling with some of the most pressing  e nvironmental problems . Everybody is now familiar with the rapidly deteriorating climate crisis in the country.  From increasing floods and droughts to declining air and water quality, these problems are rapidly eroding the well-being of the communities across the country. The frequency and intensity of natural disasters, along with their devastating impact on the lives of people, highlight our inability to...

Our Inability to Control Climate Change: A Call for Collective Responsibility

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How can we slow down the pace of climate change ? This compelling question was raised by a Khyber News anchor during a debate with the Provincial Minister of Climate Change, Forestry, Environment, and Wildlife for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Fazal Hakeem Khan .  What followed was not a typical political statement but a rare, candid explanation that resonated far beyond the confines of the studio. His  response made a joking wave in public discourse, that continued to generate discussion even after he was reassigned to another portfolio. But, the interesting point he raised was: our inability to control climate change .   Our Inability to Control Climate Change:  What drew me to the issue was not merely the public reaction but the weight of the minister's remarks regarding the issue. His explanation to the complex web of environmental degradation in layman’s terms revealed not just the depth of the crisis, but also our collective inability to control climate change , larg...

Shaheed Baba Graveyard: A Place That Gave Life Beyond Death

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In the serene locality of Kanju Swat lies an unlikely place - a graveyard that not only embraced the dead but also gave life to the living. Known as Shaheed Baba Graveyard , it is a location with a deep historical and emotional significance.  The graveyard once bore the burden of the departed and the dreams of the young, side by side. It became a center of formal learning and hope, transforming the fates of many children to the far off mountains of Sham Baba who are now doctors, engineers, teachers, writers, and leaders. Shaheed Baba Graveyard Produced Successful People: If education is the key to life, then Shaheed Baba Primary School , set within the graveyard, was a breathing example of it. The classes were not just patches of cleared grounds among the gravestones, but lights in the darkness, the doors to possibility, and the cradle for dreams. The lives which it touched stand as a proof that even the most unexpected places can become sources of transformation. Underprivileged...