Anmol Irfan

In 2022, Pakistan was the third most polluted country and now Lahore’s winter season comes with almost certain respiratory issues.

The Indian Subcontinent has faced some of the worst effects of the climate catastrophe, with recent floods and droughts decimating agriculture. In response, a number of climate start-ups have sought to bring awareness and find innovative solutions.

Pakistan's women's football team has left the wilderness to shine on the international stage. After impressing in a friendly tournament in Saudi Arabia and Olympic qualifiers, a new generation of Pakistani women now dream of putting on the jersey.

We're constantly told by society to keep working and progressing. This mentality is so ingrained in us that we often forget to make time for what matters. In a month dedicated to spiritual well-being, Ramadan can provide a welcome respite.

Incidents of domestic and gender-based violence against women have seen a dramatic increase since the pandemic, none more so than in the South Asian community. Fearful of communal shame and ignored by the authorities, they face double discrimination.

Syria and China's regimes have sought to capitalise on their conflict zones by allowing filmmakers to use their war-torn settings. This ethical problem nonetheless occurs across the world and often serves as a pretext for government whitewashing.

Despite being largely forgotten by global travel guides, Pakistan has some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth. Such surroundings have brought forth a host of wellness retreats, which have birthed new and sustainable forms of tourism.

Contained by restrictive religious pressures and societal prejudice, many women in Pakistan are forced to resort to illegal abortions as a means of family planning. Were it not for dedicated medical personnel, this crisis would be even more severe.

The New Arab Meets: Pride of Pakistan, Zenith Irfan. Fondly nicknamed 'Pakistan's motorcycle girl', Zenith Irfan has become the first woman in Pakistan to ride the length of the country and has inspired millions of Pakistani women in the process.

A number of influencers have begun promoting sustainable brands after realising the detrimental impact material waste and irresponsible consumption has had on the environment. But whilst this is encouraging, a lot still needs to be done.