Rise of inequality, drumbeat of development
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of people possessing more than $1 million of wealth in Bangladesh increased by 43 per cent in 2021.
Perils of fake news
The paper says both the government and lawmakers are urged to set up proper regulations to prevent AI-generated hoaxes.
The problem is not with coaching centres or ChatGPT
Identifying private tutoring, coaching centres and guidebooks as the source of education quality problems leads to treating the symptoms without looking at the root of the disease.
All (alone) aboard the emotional rollercoaster ride of motherhood
For many new mothers, the stress of caring for a newborn coupled with hormonal changes after childbirth, a possible history of depression or anxiety, and a general lack of social…
How the media helped shape a negative perception of the Rohingya
Oversimplified representation of the Rohingya crisis have perpetuated the notion of refugees being problematic and burdensome.
Is Bangladesh fuelled by inefficiency?
The paper says the government must phase out inefficient power plants and rethink its energy policy.
A river paying the price for our greed
The paper says the pathetic state of Atrai River shows how vulnerable our rivers are to greed and mismanagement.
Philippines privacy watchdog’s biggest test
Ultimately, it is up to citizens to keep those we entrust with vital roles—like safeguarding information—faithful to their assigned duties.
Nepal’s growing obesity crisis
The country has undergone significant socio-economic changes, leading to increased urbanisation and a shift towards more sedentary lifestyles.
To prevent bloodletting in the name of faith, the state needs to stop using religion for political ends
The paper says allegations of blasphemy is all it takes in today’s Pakistan to destroy lives, uproot families or entire minority communities from their homes.