Perspectives
A Light That Shone from the Soil
Today, on the blessed occasion of Defence Day of Pakistan (6th September), I was honored to visit the shrine of my hero, the pride of Swabi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the great son of Pakistan, Captain Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed (رحمۃ اللہ علیہ), in my own village. For me, this was a matter of immense pride. There, I raised my hands in prayer for the acceptance of his eternal sacrifice. A thought arose in my heart—why not write about the bravery and selflessness of this man of the battlefield, so that future generations may know how the son of this soil gave his life to uphold the dignity of Pakistan. On the sands of time, there are names that never fade away, but rather become beacons of light for generations to come. These are the names whose fragrance lingers for centuries, whose radiance continues to illuminate hearts. Among such names shines brightly the name of Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed (رحمۃ اللہ علیہ)—the crown of Pakistan’s forehead and the proud son of the soil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, who offered the gift of his life and wrote golden words in the pages of history. Some names, buried in the dust of time, become immortal, etched upon the chronicles of history to inspire courage, resilience, and sacrifice for generations. And among those immortal names is one—Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed (رحمۃ اللہ علیہ). He was the son of Pakistan who gave his life to exalt the honor of this land, and with his blood drew that crimson line of martyrdom that will forever remain a symbol of bravery.
By Umair Ali Shah 4 months ago in History
Velask: The First Spark of World War 3
Velask: The First Spark of World War 3” Cold wind clawed at the edge of the Karakorum ridge, carrying ice and sand in equal measure. Dawn light crept weakly across the skyline, illuminating the jagged peaks in dull gold. Border guards in both Naryanov and Velask—once peaceful neighbors—watched through binoculars, breaths invisible in the razor-sharp air. Tension rippled in frozen lines, each soldier a living fuse.
By Wings of Time 4 months ago in History
America’s Most Notorious Prison Gangs. Content Warning.
Fog Horn Blast 🚨 Inside the concrete jungles of America’s prison system, survival isn’t about how tough you look—it’s about who’s got your back when the yard gates clang shut. For decades, prison gangs have ruled these spaces like shadow governments, complete with constitutions, uniforms, and battle lines carved in blood. Tattoos become passports. Colors define loyalty. A wrong look across the chow hall can be a death sentence.
By The Iron Lighthouse4 months ago in History
The Art of War: Global Power Projection and Strategic Alliances. AI-Generated.
The history of nations and empires is, in many ways, the history of war and the mastery of strategic power projection. From the writings of Sun Tzu in The Art of War to the modern doctrines of military science, the core idea remains the same: victory is not merely about fighting battles but about shaping the world in ways that favor one’s long-term interests. Superpowers throughout history have understood that wars are not only fought on their own borders but are often projected thousands of miles away to establish dominance and deter adversaries. The United States and Russia exemplified this in the 20th century by bringing their power far beyond their homelands—whether through proxy wars, military bases, or political alliances—to maintain their global influence.
By INAM ULLAH4 months ago in History
The Sweet and Sticky History of Fun, Part 4 Finale: The 1990s
Fog Horn Blast 🚨 Welcome to the 1990s: a decade of Tamagotchis beeping for food, AOL chat rooms screeching through dial-up, and Nickelodeon dumping slime on anyone within a five-mile radius. For adults, it was the rise of the internet, grunge, and Bill Clinton playing saxophone on late-night TV. For kids, though, the 90s were defined by two forces of nature: board games and candy.
By The Iron Lighthouse4 months ago in History
The Mysteries of Faith: Unraveling Belief in an Age of Skepticism
I, Stefano D'Angelo, found myself absorbed by a Netflix documentary series, a compelling exploration that boldly challenged conventional narratives, presenting what some might label as heresy, while others might see as profound truth. It delved into the very fabric of belief, juxtaposing the raw power of faith – often said to move mountains – against archaeological findings and scientific scrutiny. The series, much like our modern world, asked: what truly is real, and what is merely perceived?
By Stefano D'angello4 months ago in History
The Sweet and Sticky History of Fun, Part 2: The 1970s
Fog Horn Blast 🚨 Welcome to the 1970s... A decade of polyester leisure suits, lava lamps, and a suspicious number of products shaped like avocados. While adults were wrestling with the Vietnam War aftermath, an energy crisis, and Richard Nixon’s resignation, kids were too busy losing their minds over exploding candy and board games that either tested your brain or unleashed absolute plastic chaos on the dining room table.
By The Iron Lighthouse4 months ago in History
My Time inside the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum
As a child, I felt the remnants of the holocaust, being that my mother has Jewish roots. Nonetheless, as an avid reader, I felt the heinous ordeal more in my heart reading Anne Frank’s diary than in my unexplored ancestry. Being a similar age to Frank and having a vivid imagination, I emphasized by dramatizing in my head a sense of living in the Nazi occupation.
By Chantal Christie Weiss4 months ago in History
The Sweet and Sticky History of Fun, Part I: The 1960s
Fog Horn Blast 🚨 The 1960s were a decade of civil rights marches, psychedelic rock, men in skinny ties debating nuclear war, and astronauts trying not to get incinerated on the launch pad. But for millions of kids sprawled out on shag carpet in wood-paneled basements, the real battle of the decade was between Chutes and Ladders and Candy Land. Forget the space race; this was the snack race, and it involved dice, spinners, and enough artificial sugar to power a Saturn V rocket.
By The Iron Lighthouse4 months ago in History
