Destruction of Lahore’s Walled City is rampant as restoration efforts remain sketchy

One of my three reports published earlier this year in Herald’s annual issue on heritage Lahore fabled Walled City is now a grand metaphor…

Tear down this house

by Ayeda Naqvi Yes, our houses are under attack. But as we so desperately cling to the old form, eager to preserve and retain…

Beirut – taste of smoke and fire (Best Photos 2006)

Many months ago I wrote about a popular song by the Lebanese singer Fairouz. To Beirut – peace to Beirut with all my heart…

Iraq – Emptiness of War (Unforgettable photos)

  I could not sleep well this weekend. The images from Iraq, some sent by friends and the others discovered on the Internet kept…