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STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan It was the late eighties. We were flying back to Riyadh from Islamabad after a week in Pakistan. I was accompanied by Abdul Latif Al-Shaikh, Chairman of our business group. We were embarking on a…
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THE TOUGH CHOICE BETWEEN SURVIVAL OR SAFETY
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Christopher Columbus, an Italian explorer, embarked on a voyage in August 1492. He was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain. Largely self educated, Columbus had in depth knowledge in geography, astronomy and history. He…
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RELIGION HEALS SO WHY DO WE FIGHT OVER IT?
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan I reside in Mississauga, one of cities encircling Toronto in the shape of a horse shoe. This city has attracted immigrants from around the world. The flavor is multicultural including many Pakistanis. Our incumbent Mayor…
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BUY OIL AND GET PAID FOR IT
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan This is what happened on April 20th. The oil market witnessed a total collapse. The price dropped to minus $37. It meant suppliers would pay this amount to buyers per barrel purchased! The world has…
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COVID-19 FACTS, FEARS AND FAKE NEWS
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Could anyone imagine six weeks ago that our lives will change so drastically and so quickly? It is stuff of movies and fiction. The world is headed towards a deeper recession than the Great Depression.…
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Politicians vs Scientists
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan COVID-19 has put a spotlight on politicians’ and scientists’ behavior. A comparison rarely made before. They have their own domains. They seldom crossed paths. This onslaught of a ruthless killer has put them front and…
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CORONA’S ASSAULT ON MENTAL HEALTH
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Bon Jovi is a rock star with millions of fans. Self isolated in New Jersey with his family, he decided to contribute. Through community kitchens they distribute food to the needy. COVID–19 has caused a…
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SALUTING OUR HEREOS – THE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Dedicated to our brave heroes who paid the ultimate price while serving humanity. Dr. Osama Riaz in Gilgit Baltistan and the entire healthcare givers community around the globe. COVID-19 is a global tsunami. It has…
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HUMAN PAIN OF A LOCKDOWN
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan The difference between the rich and the poor has never been more glaring in Pakistan. The rich are emptying shelves of their favorite super markets and urging a lock down. The poor are losing sleep…
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CORONA’S DARK SHADOW ON HUMANS AND ECONOMIES
STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Re locating from one continent to another takes its toll on the body and mind. I did it last week and did not write a column. I apologize to those who missed it. We are…