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Is AI making us less intelligent? The debate over declining cognitive skills in the age of ChatGPT and smartphones

bno - Taipei Office August 3, 2025

Anecdotal evidence from educators paints a troubling picture. Teenagers across the world struggle to properly complete tasks in school, particularly those involving writing.

Sinkholes on the rise across Asia: a growing danger beneath the surface

bno - Taipei Office August 1, 2025

The dramatic rescue of a motorist from a sinkhole on a busy Singapore road has cast new light on an alarming trend across Asia – the increasing frequency and severity of sinkholes swallowing roads, vehicles, and in some cases entire buildings.

The Asian take on recognition of a Palestinian State

bno - Ho Chi Minh Office July 31, 2025

Muslim-majority nations or those seeking to expand their influence in the Middle East will support or reaffirm recognition. Meanwhile, countries embedded in US frameworks or enjoying ties with Israel are are expected to remain cautious.

Papua New Guinea steps up renewable energy drive with global support

bno - Taipei Office July 31, 2025

Currently, only around 13% of Papua New Guinea’s population has reliable access to electricity, with the majority of rural communities dependent on diesel generators or without power altogether.

The top three ‘megatrends’ set to transform the Asia Pacific region

bno - Taipei Office July 30, 2025

The rapid development of technologies such as generative AI and the metaverse is already changing how people in Asia Pacific live, work, socialise and shop.

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