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Netizens React to Hareem Shah’s Announcement of Donating Husband’s Casino Winnings to Flood Victims

by Ayesal A
written by Ayesal A

Pakistani influencer Hareem Shah has always been in the spotlight, mainly for controversial reasons. This time around, Hareem made it to the news once again by pledging to donate to the Pakistan flood victims.

However, the reason for her trend is not because she announced to donate to the cause, but the fact that she will donate the money that her husband won while gambling at a casino.

Married to TikTok star Bilal Shah, Hareem is living her life large. We often see their social media flooded with cute images of them travelling, eating, and enjoying fun moments.

A few of the videos are of the couple in a casino enjoying their time in Malaysia. In one of the videos, she announced that her husband won 5,000 ringgit (equal to 260,500 PKR).

Shah gained recognition from TikTok and has been involved in a number of controversies that led to severe backlash. She got married in 2021 but kept the details under wraps.

Earlier, this year Federal Investigative Agency (FIA) launched a money-laundering probe against TikToker Hareem Shah. The investigation against the TikTok star was launched after she claimed that she had travelled from Pakistan to the United Kingdom with a significant amount of cash.

Social Media Reacts to Hareem Shah & Bilal Shah’s Donation Announcement

Here’s how netizens responded:

Although they have the right intention, however, do you think donating casino winnings would be the right thing to do? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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Hareem Shah’s Video with Foreign Currency Goes Viral, FIA Launches Money Laundering Case

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Pakistan Floods 2022: World Leaders Urge Rich Countries to Accept Responsibility & Provide Help

by Ayesal A
written by Ayesal A

As Pakistan continues to find stability and a ray of hope in chaotic times, world leaders have raised their voices for the nation and its people.

They’ve boldly pointed out that Pakistan contributes less than 1% of carbon emissions, yet is one of the top 10 countries most affected by climate change.

These leaders have asked rich countries that are responsible to step up and help the 33 million flood victims who have been displaced.

Moreover, British MP Claudia Webbe has demanded of the international community immediately cancel Pakistan’s debt as Islamabad (the capital) is facing hazards of climate change due to wrongs done by rich countries.

In her tweet, Claudia Webbe said inflation in Pakistan has reached an all-time high at 27%. She writes:

“Pakistan’s international debt should be immediately cancelled – they should instead be given reparations for the climate crisis caused,”

She is not the only one, Fiji’s Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has blamed the world’s top carbon-producing industrialized nations for the unprecedented flood disaster in Pakistan.

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“Let’s be clear: the Pakistani people did not do this to Pakistan — we all did, and the high-emitting nations are most responsible,“ Bainimarama said in a tweet on Tuesday as he highlighted the dangers of global greenhouse gas emissions.

“Unless we end our species’ addiction to fossil fuels, every country in the world will remain in the crosshairs of the climate breakdown,“ he added.

Pakistan, like Fiji, is among the lowest contributors to global carbon emissions, yet remains highly vulnerable to climate change.

On the other hand, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also urged the international community to come forward and help Pakistan.

“The Pakistani people are facing a monsoon on steroids. More than 1000 people have been killed – with millions more lives shattered. This colossal crisis requires urgent, collective action to help the Government & people of Pakistan in their hour of need,” the UN chief said in a video message.

Netizens Are Requesting Donors to Donate Menstrual Hygiene Products for Flood Survivors

Understanding the Numbers

While some leaders and countries, as well as Pakistani and international NGOs and organizations, are doing whatever it takes to help, it is important to understand the numbers on the table.

Firstly, 33 million Pakistanis are now homeless, Australia has a total population of 25.69 million, this means that 1/3 of Pakistan (or a complete country like Australia) is now homeless, have no food or shelter, and lack basic necessities, not to forget are exposed to water-borne diseases.

Secondly, according to the UN Refugee website, the war between Ukraine and Russia has displaced at least 6.6 million individuals, which means that this flood is 5 times the number, equivalent to almost 90% of Canada’s total population (38 million) and 3 times the population of Portugal.

Thirdly, suppose you take into consideration the number of aid these foreign countries are giving, and also the damage they contribute in terms of carbon emission and other factors leading to climate change. In that case, Pakistan is still at a great loss and at this rate will have to face dire consequences. Canada’s $5 million aid is >50 cents per displaced individual.

Fourthly, England has also contributed its fair share to climate change and its consequences. Since 1750, the English have emitted more than 78 gigatons of carbon, their donation of 800,000 Pounds = 2 pence per person.

What are your thoughts about this? Share them with us in the comments below.

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Netizens Are Requesting Donors to Donate Menstrual Hygiene Products for Flood Survivors

by Ayesal A
written by Ayesal A

While all of Pakistan’s sister countries and foreign friends are helping the flood victims, the country’s nationals are also donating whatever they can to their fellow brothers and sisters.

While tents, canned foods, clothes, and shoes, among other essentials, have been a priority, social media is calling NGOs and organizations to also consider the donation of menstrual hygiene products and clean garments.

Thousands of displaced women and young girls are having to use dirty clothes, leaves, and other means, meaning that they are putting themselves at higher risk of infections and diseases.

A debate also broke out on social media in which many netizens argued and defended their thoughts that pads are not important and will result as waste of money.

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Anam Khalid and Bushra Mahnoor are amongst the women who are collecting the essentials through donations. Moreover, they’ve started a gofundme page titled ‘Sanitary Pads for Baluchistan Flood Victims’ where international donors can contribute to the cause and a project name ‘Mahwari Justice’.

These ladies approach people or organizations that are helping organise non-food items and donate emergency kits to them. Each kit consists of new underwear and a sanitary pad packet.

Another campaign has been started by DASTAK Foundation. According to their social media announcement, the foundation will be donating ‘dignity kits’ which will include disposable and reusable sanitary pads, underwear, and sanitary napkins to flood survivors.

According to the foundation’s post, while of course food, water, shelter, and clothes are amongst important essentials, the crucial hygiene needs of women and girls cannot be overlooked.

‘This oversight and the absence of basic feminine hygiene products leaves women and girls feeling embarrassed and anxious in times of disaster, conflict, and crisis. Menstruation doesn’t stop when disaster strikes; women shouldn’t be forced to put their lives on pause due to period poverty.’ Reads the caption.

It is highly important that the health of these men and women both are taken into consideration, while medicines and other items are essential, sanitary pads keep women and young girls safe from infections and dangerous diseases.

Donate to flood victims in Pakistan and play your part.

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ADC Nowshera Qurat Al-Ain Wazir & Team Evacuate Residents Going Door to Door

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