Ukraine war proving to be a stalemate
By: Basil Germond As the attention of the world centres on the war in Gaza, many commentators believe that the war in Ukraine is becoming a stalemate. To date, Ukraine’s highly anticipated summer counteroffensive has not resulted in any substantial territorial gain, and Russia has not made any progress either. In military terms, a stalemate […]
Skills to enhance employability
By: M Ahmad Our education system has for long encouraged the rote system of learning where everything is learnt conceptually and the application of the same concept in practical terms takes a backseat. In today’s world, lack of proper education and training restricts people from the opportunities for self-advancement by limiting their access to well-paid […]
Social issues and justice
Tanveer Mian Social issues and justice are definitely important topics to explore. They encompass a wide range of concerns that affect our society. From inequality and discrimination to human rights violations, these issues have a significant impact on individuals and communities. When it comes to social issues, one that often comes to mind is identity […]
COP28 climate summit just approved a loss and damage’ fund. What does this mean?
By: Matt McDonald Day one of the COP28 climate summit saw the first big breakthrough: agreement on a “loss and damage” fund to compensate poor states for the effects of climate change. Met with a standing ovation in Dubai, the agreement means wealthy states and major polluters will put millions of dollars towards a fund […]
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International Day of persons with disabilities
By: Mohammad Hanief Disability is part of human lives. Almost everyone will temporarily or permanently experience disability at some point in their life. An estimated 1.3 billion people – about 16% of the global population – currently experience significant disability. This number is increasing due in part to population ageing and an increase in the […]
Need for a planned expansion model
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon To orchestrate a harmonious future, meticulous housing planning is imperative in the symphony of urban development. Proper housing planning should extend to rural areas, conserving abundant agricultural land, a critical natural resource. Sustainable resource management resonates through judicious land allocation and eco-conscious dwelling practices. Robust housing with minimal ecological impact necessitates […]
What is the sunk cost fallacy’? Is it ever a good thing?
By: Aaron Nicholas Have you ever encountered a subpar hotel breakfast while on holiday? You don’t really like the food choices on offer, but since you already paid for the meal as part of your booking, you force yourself to eat something anyway rather than go down the road to a cafe. Economists and social […]
Striving for success
By: Abid Hussain Rather Life, a journey adorned with victories, challenges, and setbacks, often weaves itself into the tapestry of success. In a world inundated with narratives glorifying success, one might easily be lured into believing that life’s sole purpose revolves around achieving success. From childhood, society often embeds the idea that success is the […]
What is the right way to tackle climate change?
By: Mark Fabian Nearly all the world’s governments and vast numbers of its people are convinced that addressing human-induced climate change is essential if healthy societies are to survive. The two solutions most often proposed go by various names but are widely known as “green growth” and “degrowth”. Can these ideas be reconciled? What do […]
World AIDS Day: Right information will help reduce new cases
By: Shahid Ul Islam & Mir Tajamul Islam Every year on December 1st, people around the world come together to observe World AIDS Day. This important day serves as a reminder to raise awareness, show support for those living with HIV/AIDS, and remember those we have lost. It’s a day to educate, advocate, and inspire […]