A.M. Fahad

Grief exchange

When the moon is enveloped by a band of cumulonimbus clouds,

1w ago

Is International Relations the right major for you?

IR dives into the fascinating world of diplomacy, global conflict resolution, and international cooperation, offering you the tools to understand how countries interact and make decisions that impact the world. That being said, is this major the right fit for you?

2m ago

The creek drank the sorrows you sang to

Rose-tinted glasses are just red, and I have painted myself with the color now that the hollow of your eyes isn’t there, now that 

2m ago

When the streetlights flicker, think of revolution

When the streetlights flicker, think of every doe-eyed child that the city swallows

2m ago

Bird’s eye view

I often think of flying on a bird’s eye view  Spread my nimble wings over

4m ago

Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Japan: What you should know

Japan offers rich cultural experiences and vast opportunities for higher education.

5m ago

In the absence of a light source

Grief is a lonely river, like a fisherman's song with an empty net

5m ago

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, an action-packed monster flick

Godzilla x Kong closely follows the connection of Jia, an orphaned girl of the Iwi tribe who was adopted by Dr. Andrews, a linguist working for Monarch, with Kong. In addition, even though Godzilla takes the spotlight of the title, the movie was partly carried by the depth of character that was portrayed within Kong.

6m ago
January 13, 2024
January 13, 2024

Of hills, lakes, and loss

Bury your feet where its green And when the air is thin you will see 

January 11, 2024
January 11, 2024

From passion to profession: What it takes to be a music major

Pursuing music can be a difficult choice given the prevalence of familial and societal expectations. Therefore, mastering different skill sets is almost always an instrumental part of a musician’s life.  

December 28, 2023
December 28, 2023

Life through the lens of an electricity pole

Today, I am covered in lines. Rust from the rain, and the occasional overflowing water from the drain paint my feet in unchangeable colours.

December 14, 2023
December 14, 2023

Keeping up with academics when you’re ailing chronically

Students who suffer from chronic illnesses are required to identify and maintain the equilibrium between their mental well-being and their academic responsibilities. In such cases, finding moments of respite can be instrumental in recharging one’s physical and emotional reserves, thus contributing to a more sustainable approach to academic endeavours. 

December 7, 2023
December 7, 2023

Sufjan Stevens's Javelin – an ode to love and loss

With soft fingerpicking patterns on the guitar, hushed whispered voices, and tasteful consonant vocal harmonies, Sufjan Stevens' Javelin has it all.

November 30, 2023
November 30, 2023

Fog beneath the winter skyline

The two friends grew up together playing cricket in the garage, watching Pokémon routinely at 6 PM on Cartoon Network at Zuhayer's flat, and chasing stringless kites.

October 30, 2023
October 30, 2023

Little bits of love that remain

Your tea in the kettle, piping hot water/ No sugar, so that you can really taste the tea on your tongue

August 8, 2023
August 8, 2023

The importance of building strong parent-teacher relationships

A strong parent-teacher relationship can play a crucial role in providing the student with a positive learning experience.

July 29, 2023
July 29, 2023

Windless hair

I frolic and burrow myself inside the vastness of the fields And the prairies that stand tall Of spaces heavily concentrated, and then stretched out to infinity

July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023

Hosting Pokémon battles with your friends

These online Pokémon games have grown into immersive experiences for an individual to dive into