The past two centuries have seen an unprecedented growth in all walks of life. We have seen tremendous advances in the field of communication, transportation, production, health, and science. A few hundred years ago this was unimaginable, even by the most ambitious of minds. And yet here we are, reaping the benefits of the seeds …
Religion and science have been pitched against each other since time immemorial. There are enough vocal supporters on each side of the debate to call it a contentious issue, not to mention an annoying thorn in the side of many. This article presents a 3rd alternative — one that rests in the mutual respect of …
Human history is rife with stories of economic manipulation. Wars have been fought over it, religious passions have been exploited by it, and societies have used it as means of controlling the populace. Currency it seems has always reined supreme, more than ideals and certainly more than moralities. So it is no surprise that the likes of occupy movement have … Continue reading »
As we head deeper into the 21st century, the world continues to become a bigger melting pot of cultures. The cultural boundaries which had existed from the start have quickly eroded over the past two centuries. Economic incentives overseas, coupled with lenient immigration laws, have brought diverse cultures together. There is an ever-increasing need for recognizing the similarities … Continue reading »
Nowadays the pursuit of success is very much in vogue. Whether its performance in career or happiness in relationship; the desire to succeed is a constant driver for everyone. Some of us will excel at it while others will repeatedly fail. What then are the factors that make the difference between success and failure? What is the secret key that can open doors of prosperity and … Continue reading »
Every night Cupid takes to the skies to perform an age old ritual. With a quiver brimming with arrows, his journey doesn’t end until all have been let loose on the mortals below. Everyone has a wish to be engulfed in the throes of love and that Cupid may find them one day. So when these love … Continue reading »
This article is part of a series of articles on the topics of science, religion, progress and Islam. Although this current article is sufficient in itself, the full effect may only come from following the series: article1 -> article2 -> article3 -> this article. – – – – – – – – – – – … Continue reading »
Not a day passes by when we don’t hear about the Islamic threat and the impending doom that awaits us. Although the contention between Islam and West goes back a thousand years, it has been reignited in recent times with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Islam is viewed by West as increasingly ‘problematic’ or desperately struggling at best. History on the other hand reveals … Continue reading »
Dreams have enchanted us from the beginnings of time. Just as our ancestors gazed up at the night skies and wondered about the stars, so did they peer inwards and speculate about this mystery within. Dreams can be artistic and poetic – easily escaping the grips of any scientific analysis. While science attempts to decipher … Continue reading »
