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The Sacred Scent: The Timeless Mystery and Majesty of Oudh (Agarwood)
What is Oudh? “عود کیا ہے؟” — What is Oudh? Oudh, also known as Agarwood, is no ordinary wood. It is a dark, resinous heartwood that forms inside Aquilaria trees when they become infected with a specific type of mold. But the story of Oudh is far more than just a biological reaction. It's a sacred tree, a religious symbol, a medicine, and a luxury fragrance—deeply rooted in the spiritual, historical, and economic fabric of multiple civilizations.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
Ibn Tufail: The Andalusian Philosopher Who Inspired Tarzan, Robinson Crusoe, and The Jungle Book
In the heart of 12th-century Islamic Spain, known as Al-Andalus, a polymath named Abū Bakr Muhammad ibn ‘Abd al-Malik ibn Tufail, better known as Ibn Tufail, crafted a philosophical tale that would echo through centuries. His novel, Ḥayy ibn Yaqẓān (Alive, Son of Awake), tells the story of a boy raised by a doe on a deserted island, untouched by society. Through nature and reason alone, he discovers survival, morality, science, and God.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
From Moradabad to Apple’s Global Stage: Sabih Khan Becomes the New COO of Apple
Apple’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO) Sabih Khan—an Indian-origin executive originally from Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh—has been appointed to oversee iPhone manufacturing, especially in India. After over 30 years at Apple, he succeeds Jeff Williams in a strategic move by CEO Tim Cook. This milestone highlights Apple’s commitment to continuing iPhone production in India amid global trade pressures and ambitions of sustainable growth. Born in Moradabad in 1966, Khan later lived in Singapore and then moved to the U.S. for higher education, earning degrees in mechanical engineering and economics from Tufts University and a master’s from RPI. He joined Apple in 1995 and climbed the ranks—from procurement to Senior Vice President of Operations—playing crucial roles in green manufacturing, logistics, and global supply chain management. Tim Cook praised him as “a brilliant strategist” and trusted his leadership to shape Apple’s future. Apple expects India’s share in its global iPhone production to grow significantly under his leadership.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in Futurism
How do your cells decide which bodily parts to construct? Innovative new technology is assisting us in learning
In just a few days, a single fertilised egg can produce blood, brain, and skin cells. However, how do the earliest cells decide which bodily components to construct? How come certain cells know how to make kidneys while others start making skin right away?
By Francis Dami7 months ago in Futurism
The Lingering Echoes: How Today’s Wars Shape Tomorrow’s World . AI-Generated.
The Lingering Echoes: How Today’s Wars Shape Tomorrow’s World War is often portrayed as a finite event—a chapter in history that eventually concludes with peace treaties and reconstruction. But the reality is far more complex. Modern wars, regardless of scale or geography, send shockwaves that ripple through societies, ecosystems, economies, and political landscapes for decades. The conflicts unfolding in today’s world are not isolated events; they are pivotal moments that mold the shape of the future in profound and often irreversible ways.
By KingFree MaN7 months ago in Futurism
US-China Biological War – What is Fusarium graminearum?
In a chilling revelation that blurs the line between agriculture and warfare, the United States recently arrested two Chinese researchers, Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu, for smuggling a dangerous crop-killing fungus called Fusarium graminearum into the country. This incident has sparked growing fears of a potential biological war that targets the most essential resource of all food.
By Keramatullah Wardak8 months ago in Futurism
