The coming creative destruction from AI
Artificial intelligence’s impact could be bigger than that of China joining the WTO, but will pose challenges for policymakers.
Why university rankings are pointless exercises for students in Singapore
A number of prominent universities have spoken out against such rankings, which cannot measure the multifaceted goals of higher education.
Modi’s BJP hands opposition a useful sword
The removal of Rahul Gandhi from Parliament has already had the effect of rallying the opposition.
The global game of ChessGo
So what is the game of ChessGo all about? Basically, on the global chessboard, can the West (NATO and allies) contain the rise of its perceived “existential rivals,” namely,…
Ramadan should be more than just about losing weight
Thinking of one's health does not distort our spiritual endeavours; instead, it aids our relationship with spirituality, the author writes.
Climate catastrophe looms large
This week, a UN report that revealed how the world’s inability to reach its climate goals means humanity will not be able to adapt.
Accelerate action on global water crisis
The challenge is to ensure that decision-makers in other sectors that rely on water, or impact water management, understand and come on board too, says the writer.
BBC buckles
The recent turmoil at BBC reveals that the discussion on media rights and responsibilities in this age will have to be far more nuanced than it has hitherto been, says the paper.
We need a new capital city in Philippines
Authorities should prepare given apocalyptic warnings that the West Valley Fault could move anytime and cause death and destruction all over Metro Manila, says the writer.
Malala has a Pakistani accent. Get over it.
Commenting on Malala's response to a question posed to her at the Academy awards, the writer says that what is ironic is that it is Pakistanis themselves who are criticising her…