Story Time
Dad Takes Over
“I want Mama!” wailed five-year-old Hannah. Dad cradled her gently. “Nani is very ill. Right now, Mama needs to be with her Mama. Nani needs
June 2, 2021
Story Time
The Red-Bearded Admiral
Ali, Omar and Hassan stood gazing at the sea. Wild currents crashed to the shore, spraying frothy water and salty droplets on their faces. Their
June 2, 2021
Story Time
Tossing Away a Treasure
“That was my favorite ring. How could I be so careless?” Samra Apa sniffed away a tear. Mama gently stroked Samra Apa’s head, which was
June 2, 2021
Story Time
A Twelve-year-old Chases Bandits
Dadi Jan, dad, mom, Samra Apa, Ali and Hannah were all huddled up in the car, enjoying the gentle April rain pattering softly on the
June 2, 2021
Story Time
Messing up with Mom
It was a lazy Sunday. I was still in bed. My bedroom looked like a battle ground: clothes on the floor, games and books strewn
June 2, 2021
Story Time
“I hope you are not dreaming of taking over my empire”
“Slam!” the door banged open, and Ali walked in red-faced. Dad was replacing a fused bulb in the living room. He looked up and raised
May 31, 2021
Story Time
An Orphan Leads An Army
“Pakistan Ka Matlab Kiya?” Omar hollered at the top of his lungs, while waving Pakistan’s flag. “La Ilaha Illa Allah!” shouted Ali. “Why are you
May 27, 2021
Story Time
“I am not sure if Erum will like my house”
Samra Apa was busy re-arranging her bedroom furniture. There were tall stacks of books scattered around. All the closet doors were wide open. She was
May 26, 2021
HIBAKIDZ - THE FOUR COMPLAINTS
The Four Complaints
Omar and Hassan entered Ali’s house, fuming at him. Ali followed shortly with a grim face. Dad was setting out for some work. Sensing the
March 31, 2021
HIBAKIDZ - THE FOUR COMPLAINTS
Interview with Afnan Aziz
Interview with Afnan Aziz, the 16-year-old behind the “Wheels on Rent” initiative in Karachi When and how did this idea of forming “Wheels on Rent”
March 31, 2021