Conspiracy theories and polarisation
WHY do conspiracy theories thrive and divide political opinion so much? The answer to this question is, perplexingly, very simple and rooted in the science of making decisions under uncertainty.…
Conspiracy theories, slogans, myths
Nations and communities need narratives, but they cannot progress with narratives alone. They also need practical ideas about education, healthcare, innovation, external relations, and economic growth. Unfortunately, for far too…
Conspiracy theories cloud pandemic treaty push
The World Health Organization is battling a barrage of disinformation alleging it is scheming to take over health policy in sovereign nations, as it tries to chart a way forward…
Covid-19 and conspiracy theories
Termed by the UN Chief as “infodemic”, conspiracies around Covid-19 have drawn many conjectures. Through misinformation, disinformation and ‘fake’ information many rumors and conspiracy theories were rampant before the onset…
Conspiracy theories
From time immemorial, people have plotted together, unlawfully, treacherously, and surreptitiously, in order to further generally nefarious objectives. In other words, conspiracies happen. Sometimes they never come to light; more…
Behind the conspiracy theories
On television, a couple of celebrity anchors were discussing the rising tide of conspiracy theories in Pakistan. One of the anchors complained that everyone in Pakistan is a foreign agent…
Conspiracy theories galore
I couldn’t believe my ears when responsible quarters informed me of an American-Blackwater conspiracy to isolate Pakistan. According to this heinous plan the objective will be achieved by infiltrating the…
GHQ attack — beyond conspiracy theories
General Headquarters (GHQ) is the nerve centre of the Pakistani military and is guarded by an Infantry battalion, along with a similar number of defence security guards (DSG). Well over…
Beyond conspiracy theories
THE Mumbai massacre has been a shocking event for all civilised souls across the world, including those in Pakistan.
Persisting theories
HOW many conspiracy theories have you heard since Nawaz Sharif’s return? There’s the entrapment theory, the Sharif family schism theory, the counterpoint-to-Zardari theory, the coalition government theory, the election delay…
