Home Away From Home: Remembering London’s Pakistan Students' Hostel When university dorms and dining halls closed for Christmas, the London hostel became an indispensable sanctuary for foreign students with nowhere else to go

More than a hostel, it was a community—echoing with stories of struggle, ambition, and unexpected encounters in a distant land.
By Syed Amir

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Home Away From Home: Remembering London’s Pakistan Students' Hostel When university dorms and dining halls closed for Christmas, the London hostel became an indispensable sanctuary for foreign students with nowhere else to go

A forgotten refuge in London—where Pakistani students in the 1960s found home, identity, and belonging far from home.
By Syed Amir

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For those who love Pakistan from afar, symbolism matters. A political wedding outfit can reflect pride—or reveal a troubling disconnect.
By Bisma Tirmizi

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Who, What, Wear, Why: The Politics Of Wedding Attire True leadership involves choosing domestic designers to highlight local industry, fostering healthy competition, and showcasing traditional attire

When leaders dress, it’s never just fashion. In politics, attire is messaging—and choosing across a hostile border speaks louder than any speech
By Bisma Tirmizi

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