South Korea’s generational happiness gap
The writer said the gap leaves a dilemma: improving the pension system so that it allows retirees to maintain a middle-class lifestyle, but that move increases the financial…
Are Filipinos more vulnerable to cults because they are trusting, gullible?
Recent and widespread media coverage of probes into criminal suits alleging human rights abuses brought by individuals against a pastor and his cohorts has triggered a great deal…
Why vaccine-preventable diseases are back
The writer argues that trust in health systems is key to allaying fears and hesitation around vaccination.
Holy Week a drag festival? ‘Divinizing’ drag is such a drag
A Facebook post by a certain Rev. Joseph San Jose of the “progressive” Metropolitan Community Church has been making the rounds on social media.
The day when the ink of Chinese newspapers dries up
The writer hopes to see people of all ethnicities living and working happily together, mutually prospering, tolerating, respecting, and supporting each other.
Why the proposal to tax social events is ridiculous
The writer suggests a more effective approach would be to incentivise event management companies' registration and tax filing.
Why Swift’s absence has left local fans and officials singing the blues
The writers argue that the Swift phenomenon should inspire Indonesia to emulate what Singapore did and woo pop stars of her caliber to perform in the country.
Decline of the Oscars and the American Dream
Award shows like the Oscars, which were always a way for people to escape reality, used to have a touch of attainable glamour. But now, with the majority of folks struggling to…
How AI is already changing healthcare
With AI, healthcare becomes more accessible, even in remote areas where the lack of qualified doctors may necessitate the use of the technology.
Will AI power a revolution in Indonesian education?
The writer says that aside from leveraging technology to improve education, Indonesia also has to improve education about technology.