USAMA KHAN
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Usama Khan, a passionate storyteller exploring self-growth, technology, and the changing world around us. I writes to inspire, question, and connect — one article at a time.
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Pakistan Floods: Millions Uprooted as Nature’s Fury Reshapes Lives
In the summer of 2022 and again in the monsoon seasons that followed, Pakistan experienced one of the most devastating natural disasters in its history. Torrential rains unleashed unprecedented floods that submerged vast swathes of the country. Entire villages disappeared under water, crops were washed away, and lives were upended in ways that many in the West can scarcely imagine. The sheer scale of destruction not only displaced millions but also exposed urgent questions about climate justice, resilience, and the shared responsibility of the global community.
By USAMA KHAN4 months ago in Earth
How to Create a Life You Love
What if your dream life isn’t waiting to be found—but quietly asking to be built? Every morning, millions of people wake up, brush their teeth, scroll their phones, drink coffee, and dive into a life they never consciously chose. Somewhere along the way, routine replaced purpose. But what if this very moment—right now—was your opportunity to press reset?
By USAMA KHAN5 months ago in Confessions
Saiyaara
The night sky in Montana was breathtaking — the kind of darkness that felt ancient, pierced by stars that seemed too sharp, too perfect to be real. Samira stood alone on her porch, wrapped in an oversized sweater, her bare feet cold against the wooden boards. She tilted her head upward, letting the stars fill the spaces her heart had grown too tired to fill on its own.
By USAMA KHAN6 months ago in Fiction
Elephants Never Forget
Elephants Never Forget: The Science Behind the Proverb The saying “elephants never forget” has long fascinated both scientists and storytellers. Rooted in folklore, this phrase implies that elephants possess exceptional memory, and as modern science reveals, there’s significant truth behind it. But what makes an elephant’s memory so special? Is it just a charming myth, or does it have deep neurological, evolutionary, and ecological backing?
By USAMA KHAN6 months ago in Earth
5 High-End Makeup Picks
5 High-End Makeup Picks That Are Worth the Investment In a world overflowing with makeup options, choosing the right products can be overwhelming—especially when it comes to luxury beauty brands. High-end makeup not only offers a more refined formula and better ingredients but often delivers performance that drugstore alternatives can’t always match. While not every expensive product is worth the price tag, some genuinely stand out for their exceptional quality, longevity, and user experience.
By USAMA KHAN6 months ago in Blush
A Romantic Vision
Most people see colors. Iris Everly saw music. Every step she took hummed a note. Every face carried a chord. The sky at dusk? A soft jazz solo in lavender. It wasn’t madness—though many thought so—it was Synaesthetic Romanticism, a condition so rare it didn’t even have a proper name. Iris called it her "romantic vision."
By USAMA KHAN6 months ago in Poets
