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Malik Achakzai

He is a Journalist, Freelance reporter, writer and analyst. He is interested in International Relations, Political Economy, Current affairs, History, Politics, Geography, Culture of Afghanistan. He is master student of Mass Communication / Media and Journalism and completed his master in Biochemistry earlier.

5 Reasons Why Journalism Is Not the Worst Job in the World
5 Reasons Why Journalism Is Not the Worst Job in the World

According to a new study, journalism is among the ten worst jobs in the world. But, I feel that no other profession could be so exciting. Here's why.

3 Things The Kim Kardashian Flour Bomb Teaches Us About Social Media Tactics
3 Things The Kim Kardashian Flour Bomb Teaches Us About Social Media Tactics

The PR and social media response to the Kim Kardashian Flour Bomb incident teaches important lessons on how to seize the moment in the news cycle to get your message out.

U.S. and Allies Reach a Framework on Withdrawal Ahead of Chicago NATO Summit
U.S. and Allies Reach a Framework on Withdrawal Ahead of Chicago NATO Summit

A running blog of events as they occur in Afghanistan in the aftermath of the Panjwai murders.

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Afghans Should Accept Peace Talks With the Taliban to Promote Peace

Many Afghans might reject peace talks with the Taliban now, but over time, they will accept these talks in order to bring peace back to the country.

This March, WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange is Coming to TV Near You
This March, WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange is Coming to TV Near You

The polarizing Assange will be speaking with political players, thinkers, and revolutionaries, but the guest list is still a guessing game. Here are some picks that would make for good TV.

President Obama Should Resist Calls for War With Iran and Continue to Use Sanctions
President Obama Should Resist Calls for War With Iran and Continue to Use Sanctions

President Obama’s foreign policy has got the equation right on Iran: Diplomatic pressure and covert operations will prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Angelina Jolie Depicts Rape and Abuse of Women in War in 'In the Land of Blood and Honey'
Angelina Jolie Depicts Rape and Abuse of Women in War in 'In the Land of Blood and Honey'

'In the Land of Blood and Honey' is memorable not only for its graphic depictions of war, but also its strong display of the abuse of women in war and its argument for humanitarian intervention.

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A Comparative Portrait of Afghanistan and Pakistan

A historical portrait of Afghanistan and Pakistan shines light on modern day conflict between the neighbors.

Video of Marines Urinating on Taliban Will Have Massive Diplomatic Implications For U.S.
Video of Marines Urinating on Taliban Will Have Massive Diplomatic Implications For U.S.

A video of Marines urinating on dead Taliban is another blow to America's human rights record in the War on Terror.

New Year's Resolutions for Barack Obama, Goodluck Jonathan, OWS & Global Political Actors
New Year's Resolutions for Barack Obama, Goodluck Jonathan, OWS & Global Political Actors

Here are some New Year's resolutions for several political actors that would promote security and stability.

FARC: Colombian Terrorist Group Becomes Weaker
FARC: Colombian Terrorist Group Becomes Weaker

In the coming decade, Colombia's FARC may very well be headed toward decline.

What Should PolicyMic's New Year's Resolutions Be?
What Should PolicyMic's New Year's Resolutions Be?

We want to hear from you, what should our New Year's resolutions be? Give us your thoughts on the questions below.

5 Twitter Profiles Worth Following
5 Twitter Profiles Worth Following

What are some of the most important Twitter accounts you should follow in 2012?

What Is the End Game For Iran? Increased Diplomacy
What Is the End Game For Iran? Increased Diplomacy

What does Iran want from the global community? Will they temper their hawkish rhetoric?

Gallup Poll: Obama and Hillary Clinton Are Most Admired Man and Woman in the World
Gallup Poll: Obama and Hillary Clinton Are Most Admired Man and Woman in the World

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and President Barack Obama have been named the Most Admired Man and Woman in the world, according to Gallup. Who would you choose?

Best of 2011: The Jan Lokpal Bill, Anna Hazare, and the Fate of India
Best of 2011: The Jan Lokpal Bill, Anna Hazare, and the Fate of India

Indian activist Anna Hazare has gained international attention for his anti-corruption hunger strikes, while Irom Chanu Sharmila's 11-year hunger strike has flown under the radar.

Lower the Drinking Age to 18
Lower the Drinking Age to 18

In an effort to decrease DUIs and sexual assaults among young people, we should lower the drinking age and up the penalties.

India's Food Security Bill Will Hurt the Poor
India's Food Security Bill Will Hurt the Poor

India's new Food Security Bill may be politically beneficial for India’s ruling party, but will prove detrimental to the country’s poor, for whom it was designed.

Disaster Would Strike If U.S. Cuts Pakistan Aid
Disaster Would Strike If U.S. Cuts Pakistan Aid

If Pakistan's economic situation continues to get worse, the country will become a major security threat to the U.S.