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Why Free Trade Agreements Should Address Labor Market Disparities The New Wave of Minimalist Living: Redefining Need in 2025 Book Review: Cityscapes: An Anthology of Poetry Embracing the Wisdom of Non-Violence: Lessons from Historical Struggles and Spiritual Teachings Prof. Dr. Hans-Jürgen Findeis: A Lifelong Advocate for Dialogue & Interfaith Understanding Gentile, the Other Once, we facilitated a Holocaust “Angst: Of Belonging and Not Belonging” – A Profound Exploration of Human Emotions and Identity Through Poetry

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Business FEATURED Opinion

Why Free Trade Agreements Should Address Labor Market Disparities

March 3, 2025

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The New Wave of Minimalist Living: Redefining Need in 2025

January 3, 2025

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Book Review: Cityscapes: An Anthology of Poetry

September 7, 2024

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The New Wave of Minimalist Living: Redefining Need in 2025

Mira Svetlana January 3, 2025 0 Comment

the world is witnessing a profound shift in lifestyle choices, as minimalism resurges with a new perspective. Following a...

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Business FEATURED Latest Opinion Society TOP STORIES

Easy Money, Hard Questions: Rethinking Development Funding

Perumal Koshy May 20, 2026 0 Comment

Debates over development funding often become confined to the narrow language of compliance, regulation, political oversight, and financial accountability. Yet this focus overlooks a deeper and more consequential economic question: what happens when large...

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FEATURED Latest Literature Poetry

The soil is waiting

Dr Graham R Smith May 12, 2026 0 Comment

Across the earththey lie in fragments of geographynever meant to become home. A boy from Liverpoolbeneath cold soil in Gallipoli.A girl from Kyivburied where the wheat fields burn black.A son of Lagoslost somewhere beneath...

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FEATURED Literature Poetry

Orange Man and a King

Dr Graham R Smith May 6, 2026 0 Comment

I was only a deer headfixed above the polished door,antlers branching like old treaties,eyes glassed overbut still more awakethan half the room. They brought in the Kingwith his careful cuffs,his garden voice,his mild, monarchic...

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FEATURED Latest Opinion Politics TOP STORIES

World War Is Not the Reality

Perumal Koshy April 3, 2026 0 Comment

Predictions of a Third World War—whether framed through strategic analysis or drawn from religious interpretation—are increasingly presented as inevitabilities. This normalization of catastrophe is analytically weak and politically counterproductive....

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Business FEATURED Opinion

Enterprise with Purpose: Remembering Jacob of Pritam Food Products

Perumal Koshy January 31, 2026 0 Comment

K. C. Jacob, founder of Pritam Foods in Thuruthikadu, Kalloopara, was a Delhi-returned entrepreneur with a media background who chose to build a village-based food manufacturing enterprise rooted in quality, integrity, and local livelihoods....

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FEATURED General Latest Opinion Politics Society TOP STORIES

Secularism Under Strain

Perumal Koshy January 8, 2026 0 Comment

When Religious Advocacy Enters Public Policy When religious platforms engage in public policy advocacy, the boundary between civic expression and political signaling becomes fragile, often affecting minority–majority relations and the stability of a secular...

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Culture FEATURED Health Opinion

Ageing in Community: Insights from Kerala’s Pentecostal Congregational Life

Perumal Koshy November 30, 2025 0 Comment

Pentecostal congregations in Kerala often provide older adults with a more sustained environment for healthy ageing. Their frequent fellowship routines help keep seniors mentally engaged, socially connected and emotionally supported in ways that many...

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Art & Culture Business Culture FEATURED Health Latest TOP STORIES

World Elderly Day: Rethinking Care, Dignity, and Security for Seniors

Perumal Koshy October 2, 2025 0 Comment

October 1, observed globally as the International Day of Older Persons, is more than a date on the calendar. It is a call to conscience — a reminder of our shared responsibility toward those...

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FEATURED Latest Literature Poetry

The Hollow Man

Dr Graham R Smith August 21, 2025 0 Comment

I.Once he wore the green of command,a body whole, a face unshadowed—the light of home pressed into his skin,the promise of return clasped in a ring.Beside him she leaned, her eyes unbroken,believing love could...

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FEATURED Opinion Politics Society TOP STORIES World

Anti-Immigrant Trends: A Hidden Opportunity for Kerala?

Perumal Koshy August 16, 2025 0 Comment

Growing anti-immigration policies, coupled with rising racism and xenophobia in Europe, the Americas, and other destinations, may cause discomfort for migrants abroad — but they could also be a blessing in disguise for their...

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FEATURED Latest Literature Literature Poetry

From Jet Engines to Verse Lines: My Unlikely Journey into Poetry

Dr Graham R Smith August 10, 2025 0 Comment

At school, I wasn’t the star pupil. My path began in the Royal Air Force, then moved to oil rigs and boardrooms, and even into computer science research. Poetry wasn’t on the radar. Yet...

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FEATURED Language Latest Literature Poetry Poetry

What Is There Left to Believe In?

Dr Graham R Smith July 7, 2025 0 Comment

That resistance lives in small, defiant acts.That truth can still burn through screens.That a poem might awaken a soul.That even in the darkest verse,a flicker of light waits to be seen.That history bends not...

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Art & Culture Books FEATURED Latest Literature Poetry Release Review

A New Global Anthology Explores the Many Frontlines of Conflict and the Fragile Longing for Peace

Mira Svetlana June 28, 2025 0 Comment

Kurukshetra: Between War and Peace"- A New Global Anthology Explores the Many Frontlines of Conflict and the Fragile Longing for Peace...

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FEATURED Latest Literature Literature Poetry Poetry

Nobody Asked Me

Dr Graham R Smith June 22, 2025 0 Comment

I want gardens, not graves.Bread shared, not borders sealed. You talk of enemies I’ve never met,accuse, sanction, divide, repeat.But my neighbours have names, not allegiances.We speak with laughter, not warnings. Dr Graham R Smith...

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Culture FEATURED Language Society

Syriac: The Forgotten Language of the Early Church

Perumal Koshy June 3, 2025 0 Comment

While Hebrew was the sacred scriptural language of Judaism and Aramaic the common tongue of Jesus and his followers, it was Syriac, a dialect of Eastern Aramaic, that emerged as the language of the...

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Fountain Pens in the Digital Age: An Enduring Tool for Thought and Expression

Perumal Koshy May 31, 2025 0 Comment

By P. Koshy In an era of digital convenience — where typing on laptops, tablets, and smartphones is second nature — the fountain pen may seem like a relic of the past. Yet for...

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Books FEATURED Literature Literature Review Review

Porridge and I: A Child’s Window into Postcolonial India

Perumal Koshy May 28, 2025 0 Comment

In her memoir Porridge and I, Dr Roopali Sircar Gaur captures the delicate beauty and inner confusion of growing up in newly independent India. Seen through the eyes of a young girl, the story...

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Editor's Desk FEATURED Literature Literature

Healing Minds, Telling Stories: Dr. Raj Velamoor on His Journey from Psychiatry to Fiction

Perumal Koshy May 13, 2025 0 Comment

From Hyderabad to Canada, from science to storytelling—Dr. Raj Velamoor’s debut novel The Reunion is a moving exploration of friendship, identity, and memory. In this candid interview, he reflects on his transition from psychiatry...

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Books FEATURED Literature Literature

From Mahabharata to Modern War Zones: A Literary Reckoning

Mira Svetlana May 13, 2025 0 Comment

A Global Anthology Reimagining Conflict, Justice, and Peace In a world torn apart by ideological polarization, armed conflict, and the growing erosion of empathy, Kurukshetra: Between War and Peace emerges as a powerful literary...

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Opinion Politics TOP STORIES

Russia and Thailand Align on Economy, BRICS Coordination in Rio Talks

Mira Svetlana April 29, 2025 0 Comment

The meeting comes as Russia deepens its pivot to Asia, seeking new economic and strategic partners amid sustained Western sanctions. For Thailand, it represents a subtle but strategic outreach beyond traditional alliances, with a...

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FEATURED Meditation

Easter and the Enduring Self: Reflections on Identity and the Soul

Perumal Koshy April 20, 2025 0 Comment

While Easter carries many layers of meaning—historical, theological, and cultural—its core message is profoundly philosophical and spiritual. At its heart, the resurrection of Christ affirms a central truth: the essence of your being is...

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Art & Culture Latest

Why Kerala is Called God’s Own Country? A Journey Through History, Trade, Culture, and Tourism

Mira Svetlana March 1, 2025 0 Comment

Kerala, the lush green land nestled between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, is often referred to as "God’s Own Country." While this phrase became globally recognized as a tourism campaign in the...

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Business Opinion TOP STORIES

The Biggest Global Economic Shift in a Century is Happening NOW!

Perumal Koshy February 25, 2025 0 Comment

The transatlantic alliance is no longer the pillar of global economic power. Once dominant, it now struggles with stagnation, while emerging economies reshape trade, finance, and diplomacy in a multipolar world. For decades, the...

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FEATURED Food TOP STORIES

The Plant-Based Revolution: Beyond Veganism

Mira Svetlana January 8, 2025 0 Comment

The plant-based revolution is no longer a niche lifestyle or dietary choice—it has become a mainstream movement reshaping the way people eat, live, and interact with the environment. While veganism traditionally represented the strict...

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Society Sunny Side Up TOP STORIES

The Aging Population: Challenges and Opportunities in a Changing World

Jenna Davies January 7, 2025 0 Comment

The aging population represents one of the defining challenges of the 21st century, but it also presents a unique opportunity to rethink how societies value and support their citizens across all stages of life....

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Christmas FEATURED Festivals General Latest Opinion

The Christmas Story: A Testament to Sacred Potential

Perumal Koshy December 20, 2024 0 Comment

The Christmas story is not just a tale of divine intervention, but a profound reminder of the sacred potential inherent in every life—a message that resonates deeply in our conflicted world today. St. Matthew,...

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News Politics

Progress in Negotiations Reported: Middle East Peace initiative

Jenna Davies December 15, 2024 0 Comment

Negotiations between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas movement regarding the release of hostages have reportedly reached a significant breakthrough, according to Israel’s Ynet news portal. A high-ranking Israeli official confirmed that heads of Mossad...

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FEATURED General Opinion Politics

Trump Administration’s Potential Foreign Policy Directions: Balancing Continuity and Change

Mira Svetlana December 15, 2024 0 Comment

Drawing insights from public statements, policy proposals during his campaign, and analysis of global trends, a picture of Trump’s likely approach is beginning to emerge. While his first term was marked by a...

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Business Technology TOP STORIES

Google’s Quantum Leap: The Game-Changing “Willow” Chip

Admin December 13, 2024 0 Comment

BY Chris Peterson Google has unveiled its latest innovation in the realm of quantum computing with the introduction of “Willow,“ a breakthrough quantum chip designed to tackle one of the field’s most daunting challenges: error correction....

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Climate change FEATURED TOP STORIES

Circular Economy Models: Redefining Business Sustainability

Jenna Davies December 4, 2024 0 Comment

In the face of environmental challenges and resource scarcity, businesses worldwide are increasingly shifting from traditional linear economic models—characterized by “take, make, waste”—to circular economy practices. This transformative approach not only reduces environmental impact...

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FEATURED TOP STORIES Wellness Wellness

Urban Gardening Movements: Cultivating a Greener Future in Cities

Mira Svetlana December 1, 2024 0 Comment

In recent years, urban gardening has transitioned from a niche hobby to a global movement, reflecting a growing desire for sustainable living and self-sufficiency. With cities becoming increasingly congested and disconnected from nature, urban...

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Business FEATURED Health Opinion Review

Rethinking Work Hours: The Case for Balance in SME Growth Strategies?

Perumal Koshy October 27, 2024 0 Comment

The 70-Hour Workweek: A Ticking Time Bomb for SMEs In the relentless pursuit of success, many SMEs fall prey to the myth of the 70-hour workweek. But this “badge of honor” can quickly become...

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Business FEATURED Latest Opinion Technology

Digital Trade and Integration: Towards a BRICS+ Economic Zone

Perumal Koshy October 25, 2024 0 Comment

The Digital Economy Partnership Framework lays the groundwork for deeper integration that could lead to a larger economic union. Such a move would represent a significant step in advancing economic integration, enabling free movement...

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Opinion Society TOP STORIES World

Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church Reforms: Substantial Shift or Cosmetic Update?

Perumal Koshy October 12, 2024 0 Comment

The history of Christian reforms globally has reshaped religious communities, practices, and theological doctrines, with the Protestant Reformation standing as a watershed moment in the Western Christian world. However, Eastern Christian traditions, including the...

Food Health Latest Wellness -6 Minutes

The Power of Indian Foods: Embracing Daily Food Habits for a Healthy, Vegetarian Lifestyle

Mira Svetlana August 21, 2024 0 Comment

Indian cuisine, renowned for its rich flavors and vibrant colors, offers more than just a culinary experience—it’s a pathway to a healthier, more balanced life. Rooted in traditions that span thousands of years, the...

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Famous Painter Ganga K. Duleep’s Work to Feature on the Cover of Cityscapes Anthology

Admin August 20, 2024 0 Comment

Ganga K. Duleep is a renowned contemporary artist celebrated for her evocative paintings. Her work has been exhibited in major art exhibitions worldwide, earning numerous accolades and recognition in the art community. One of...

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Opinion

BRICS Rising: The Multipolar World Order and the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: What to Expect in the Decade Ahead

Perumal Koshy June 15, 2023 0 Comment

BRICS Rising: The Multipolar World Order and the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: What to Expect in the Decade Ahead...

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Literature Poetry

Our Wall is All Window

David Leo Sirois June 10, 2022 1 Comment

Poets are those who need not be told that the moon is the mind’s greatest deity. There is always light here on Earth ~ even wrapped in night’s black silk sheets, I wear the...

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Food Health Release Wellness

Global Wellness Economy

Admin May 25, 2022 0 Comment

Global Wellness Institute Research Ranks 150 Countries by Wellness Market Size The nonprofit Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released “The Global Wellness Economy: Country Rankings,” the first research to measure the wellness economies of...

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Books Books Business Business New Normal

Review: Navigating the New Terrain: Insights from “Leadership in the New Normal”

Jenna Davies November 7, 2021 0 Comment

A timely collection, “Leadership in the New Normal,” edited by Dr. P. Koshy and published by TDW Publishers, brings together a diverse group of leaders and practitioners to dissect the evolving challenges and expectations...

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Arabia FEATURED Food General Review Sunny Side Up

In search of the perfect shawarma

anita joseph December 5, 2018 0 Comment

The perfect shawarma is a piece of sheer culinary genius. A Middle Eastern delicacy comprised of chunky slices of spiced chicken or lamb stacked inside a rolled up inside a soft piece of delectable...

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