Is Nepal a failed state?
The country has not been able to create minimum economic opportunities for its bulging youth population.
French philosopher urges attention to decline of rational thinking
We no longer make efforts to think for the sake of 'thinking,' notes the philosopher.
Engaging fathers vital for gender equality
In order to unlock the full potential of women and girls by enabling them to realise their aspirations for their lives, their families and their careers, we must engage men and…
Linking the major granaries
The paper says China-Asean agricultural development and food cooperation will further connect Asia and Europe, and shape a new pattern of global agricultural development.
When even judicial exoneration can’t keep journalists safe
The writer says even self-censorship and judicial exoneration may not be enough to ensure physical safety of journalists.
How AI can even the climate playing field
The technology has proved useful for analysing massive data sets, identifying patterns, and predicting behaviour, and could be the key to solving the intersecting climate,…
Need for coherent climate agenda
The World Bank estimates that the effects of climate change will reduce Philippines' GDP by as much as 13.6 percent by 2040.
Japan’s hygiene culture, revisited
The writer says changes in hygiene culture remind us that despite what we think we know, we really cannot predict how societies will respond to a health crisis and how such…
Perils of fake news
The paper says both the government and lawmakers are urged to set up proper regulations to prevent AI-generated hoaxes.
Forget jobs. Will AI come for our joy?
Even if AI can do the same job as some of my favourite artists and writers, the writer does not see it as an all-consuming threat that eliminates the demand for human creators…