The tech monster is here, yet many are unaware
The prospect of humanity being manipulated by Al and reduced to mindless cyborgs could arrive way earlier than previously thought, the writer says.
Silence writes genocide
The writer says: "Language matters — it is the first act of justice."
The ‘Die-hard Duterte Supporters’ phenomenon abroad
The writer poses the question: "Why do Filipinos, who are reaping the dividends of life in democratic societies, support a leader who was proudly antidemocratic and repressive…
Japan’s schools build democratic citizens by giving kids responsibilities in ‘special activities’
The process is supported by “special activities” in which children work together to improve their daily school lives, thereby learning cooperation and other essential…
Gen Z, deep state, and corruption
The caste system itself is a root cause of corruption, the writer asserts.
UN Rohingya conference: Bangladesh must prioritise its security and stability
If Dhaka is to break this cycle, it must recognise that the discourse must shift, immediately and decisively, from managing a crisis to ending one, the writers assert.
In Cambodia, too much time for exams, too little time for learning
The writer says: "Cambodia's future depends not on citizens who can memorise under pressure, but on those who can innovate, collaborate, and adapt to challenges we haven't yet…
UN’s birthday blues
At the heart of UN’s dysfunction lies the Security Council’s paralysis, the writer argues.
Philippine democracy: Is this the endgame?
Criminal liability is what people are demanding beyond the seeming theatrics of hearings and investigations, the writer says.
Inviting US President Trump to ASEAN Summit a pragmatic move for Malaysia, region
"Malaysia, as with the rest of Asean members, walks a delicate path as the regional bloc has chosen to play a neutral role by not taking sides in geopolitical rivalry. It simply…