Reining in online gambling
The reported government's move to crack down on online gambling deserves unreserved commendation. For too long, this digital menace has flourished unchecked, feeding on people's vulnerabilities and taking advantage of technological loopholes. The decision, taken at a high-level meeting at the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) this week, is viewed...
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Return back to Nature ensures survival of human race
Nepal has emerged as the most Nature-connected nation in the world, according to a research, first of its kind, conducted by academics from Britain and Austria. Involved with the ground-breaking research was Miles Richardson, a famed professor of Nature connectedness at the University of Derby. The study published in the...
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Missed opportunities for rural tourism
Rural tourism has become a major driver of local growth globally. Besides serving as an ingenious way to diversify rural economies in many countries across regions, it is preserving local culture and heritage. As a nation with rich natural and cultural resources scattered countrywide, Bangladesh holds huge potential for turning...
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Cyberbullying at its worse
Today's world fits in the palm of our hands. With just one click, friendship, education, and entertainment are all within reach. Yet behind this convenience, an invisible darkness-cyberbullying-is growing. On social media, mocking someone's clothing, pronunciation, opinion, or body shape has become a source of amusement. What once might have...
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Hidden cost of cashless shift
In this era of rapid technological advancements, the move to digital payments is being hailed as a breakthrough in convenience and efficiency. Peer-to-peer transfers, digital currencies, and mobile wallets are all becoming increasingly popular worldwide. However, this rise raises a troubling question: are we also inviting a world of perpetual...
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