Stories written by
Joseph Chamie
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As more people than ever live to old age, pensions and long-term care policies need urgent reforms
Global population of people aged 65 years and above is set to exceed 1.5 billion by the middle of this century.
Joseph Chamie
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Why grandparents are becoming indispensable to modern family life across the world
They offer unconditional love, guidance, emotional support and financial assistance to families, helping relieve economic, social and personal stress.
Joseph Chamie
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Is assisted suicide a human right or homicide? The world is gradually moving towards a consensus
We are inching toward acceptance of patient autonomy and physician-assisted suicide as a humane way to cope with terminal illness
Joseph Chamie
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Fertility rates are dropping across the world – and could soon become a cause for concern
Fertility rates have already dropped below replacement levels in 83 countries and the trend is likely to continue.
Joseph Chamie
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India is set to become the world’s most populous country by 2024. But is it ready?
India needs to fill the gaps in public healthcare, improve its sex ratio and infant mortality rates and address family planning concerns to sustain its growth.
Joseph Chamie & Barry Mirkin
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Why the problem of homelessness is unlikely to go away any time soon, despite interventions
Homelessness is more visible and varying definitions prevent global comparisons; experts debate if the problem is even solvable.
Joseph Chamie
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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As student debt rises worldwide, an education crisis could be on the horizon
Governments confront economic challenges with rising education costs and college graduates starting careers with huge debts.
Joseph Chamie
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Why governments are unlikely to succeed in tackling human smuggling for years to come
The most desperate migrants seek help from smugglers and attract global sympathy – making this a dilemma for governments.
Joseph Chamie
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Migration trend: How the young and poor are moving to lands of the aging rich
Reforms to reduce border crossing must factor in the impact that age differences have on culture, economies, politics and security.
Joseph Chamie
The Reel
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter