Stress in local businesses
By: Tajamul Islam Salroo As we know local businesses are vital to the local economy because they create jobs, provide essential services and goods, contribute to taxes, and keep money circulating in the community. But for the last couple of years, there has been stress in the local business for which I have found out […]
Why can’t Indonesia let go of child marriage?
By: Shandra Widiyanti Around one in every ten marriages each year in Indonesia involves a person under the age of 18. Child marriage primarily affects young girls and deprives them of education, opportunities and basic rights. It is also deeply tied to cultural, economic and social pressures. Progress in reducing the rates of child marriage […]
Understanding and Combating Bullying and Harassment
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Bullying and harassment are pervasive issues that affect individuals in various environments, from schools and workplaces to online platforms. These behaviors cause deep psychological, emotional, and sometimes physical harm. Despite increased awareness, many still suffer in silence due to stigma, fear of retaliation, or lack of support systems. This article will […]
Mpox: Children are at high risk–health expert explains why
By: Nadia Adjoa Sam-Agudu The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that children, pregnant women and people with weak immune systems are at higher risk from the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Reports confirm that children under five account for 39% of all cases in the country, and babies as young as […]
The celebration of a state festival
By: K S S Pillai The festival of Onam is celebrated by Keralites on 15th September this year. The festival falls in the first month of the Malayalam calendar Chingam, falling in August–September after Karkitakam, the month of rains, dark clouds and diseases in general. The sky will be clear, and there will be an […]
Importance of School for a child
By: Mohammad Hanief An important part of a child’s life is school education, which helps to mould their future and establish the groundwork for both intellectual and personal development. Every child has a fundamental right to an education, and schools act as places where kids can learn, grow, and get ready for the challenges of […]
The Disappearing Virtue
By: Farhad Ahmad Pir Once, serving the needy was considered a blessing and a sacred duty. Almsgiving was a form of worship, a practice that brought joy and a sense of fulfilment to our lives. In Kashmir, in particular, feeding a hungry person was viewed as an act of divine service, with the belief that […]
Meteorite strike: Scientists offer clues about what it is and where it came from
By: Roger Lawrence Gibson, Deon van Niekerk On a Sunday morning in late August 2024 a nine-year-old girl named Eli-zé du Toit was sitting on her grandparents’ porch near a small town in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, when she heard a long rumble, then heard a rustling in a nearby fig tree. As she […]
Green gains from electric vehicles at high risk
By: Milad Haghani, David A Hensher and Hadi Ghaderi The transport sector produces around 19% of Australia’s total greenhouse gas emissions. About 85% of transport emissions come from road vehicles burning fossil fuels. In Australia’s Emissions Projections 2023, transport emissions are expected to rise from 2023 under the baseline scenario, returning to pre-pandemic levels. As […]
Micra Leadless Pacemaker: Advanced, Minimally Invasive Heart Care
By: Dr. Balbir Singh Pacemakers have long been a lifeline for individuals with heart rhythm disorders, ensuring that the heart beats at a regular pace. Traditionally, these devices involve leads or wires that connect the pacemaker to the heart. However, the Micra Leadless Pacemaker represents a groundbreaking advancement in cardiac care, offering a less invasive, […]