Monthly Archives: November 2017

موٹر وے بند

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“MOTORWAY CLOSED”

Mr. Akram, my driver tells me.

Last night, police moved in to disperse some protestors in the Pakistan capital which unfortunately erupted in violence. That violence spread quickly across the country, catching up with us as we prepared to head for the airport.

“Motorway Closed.” And with many local roads also closed, (actually, we had no reliable information about which roads were closed, or open) we retreated to the hotel.

Back at the hotel, I experienced my first “media backout.” Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, Line etc were not accessible. And some TV channels too.

An interesting experience. Not enjoyable.

But WordPress was not affected…so, here I am!

 

World Toilet Day 2017!!!

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Today (November 19th) is World Toilet Day.

This has been in the news recently. Thought it appropriate for WTD2017.

The effect of unsanitary conditions (intentional or not) on human health and nutrition.

 

Fog…

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The trip to Pakistan this time was dominated by FOG.
Combination of pollution, field burning and cold humid air is the story…

fog…

 

Deep enough was to close highways. Taking good ol’ local roads.

 

Good ol’ local country road eatin!

 

Fish fry! with roti…yea, that was a bit weird. But, some of the bet food I’ve had in Pakistan so far. Nothing beats local food!