Asia’s largest cities lack water security
The issue is exacerbated by climate change where extreme weather events such as drought and floods are becoming more common.
The ‘greatest show’ must go on
Despite all the controversies and criticism, FIFA and Qatar are going ahead with the 2022 World Cup which will kick off with Senegal playing the Netherlands on Nov 21.
The beauty of reading without a purpose
The writer says purposeless reading has brought about relaxation and comfort.
This year may be our last best chance to solve the climate crisis
Despite 30 years of United Nations climate change conferences, global greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, and the climate crisis continues to worsen.
Second place isn’t a sin, it’s just one step from first
In a win-all sporting world especially, we've turned 'second place' into an insult.
Indonesia’s green belt – Protecting and restoring the country’s mangroves
Indonesia harbors the largest area and diversity of mangrove ecosystems in the world that stores 3.14 billion tons of CO2, playing a significant role in mitigating global climate…
Kindle a bittersweet reminder of changing times
The writer says Kindle's shutdown, just like its unrivalled success in China in the years following its launch, should be attributed to the ways of the market economy.
Indonesia’s global role in ocean protection and sustainability
The goal of protecting 30 percent of our global ocean will require an unprecedented level of innovation, collaboration and commitment across a broad spectrum of stakeholders.
How the Ukraine war is shifting the power balance within EU
While France and Germany remain Europe’s biggest economies, their political dominance is being eroded by their policies on Russia.
The ‘Third Space’ gains traction
As the war drags on, expect more displays of independence from countries taking stands in their own interest, not along the basis of alignment.