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Online edition of India's National Newspaper Wednesday, April 16, 2008 |
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Metro Plus Chennai Published on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays |
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Plan the perfect honeymoon Everyone is familiar with Residency Towers for the variety of services it offers. From fine dining at The Crown to fast-paced evenings at Bike and Barrel to just relaxing at the swimming pool to working out at the fitness centre to keeping ...
They said itIncessant exposure to television, the Internet and video games is not a positive development. Children can gain knowledge by watching television and surfing the Net, but they should be allowed access only under supervision. Control is a must ... VOICE YOUR VIEWS: KIDS AND TECHNOLOGY 
Dangerous addictionChildren seem to have a good grasp of technological advances and enjoy using the latest gadgets. Tech know-how is essential in today’s fast-paced world. At the same time, I am worried that addiction to computers, cell phones, i-pods, ... Gizmo land How often have you been stupefied by the ability of a seven-year-old to explain the difference between CDMA and GSM technology? Have you been wondering how teeny-weeny fingers clutch a joy-stick better than a pencil? Welcome, you are in the ... 
A boonTechnology is definitely a boon because it helps children match international standards and meet modern challenges. It has also made learning easy. Malliga Kannan Ambattur ... Values of life Technology is a boon as long as children don’t ignore their other obligations, and values of life. S. Sinduja Chennai ... Spoilt brats The reading habit has reduced drastically and they hardly play outdoors. Most youngsters are addicted to the Internet and mobile phone. Parents should be blamed for it. Technology has also made some kids spoilt brats. M. ... Plus and minus The Web can help kids learn, communicate, and socialise, but it also exposes them to risks. Helping a child explore the Internet safely is a challenge, though development is enhanced in an interactive world. Technology, especially the Internet ... 
Childhood lostIt’s a sad sight to see children cooped up inside rooms playing on their X-box or Sony playstation when they should be playing outside with friends. Getting familiar with technology is a good thing but not at the cost of losing out on ... Mobile mania Thanks to the Internet, children get to know about everything in the world at the click of a button, even while sitting at home. As a concerned father, I think the cell phone is more a bane than a boon to youngsters. They are always busy, even ... 
No cause for alarmThere are many real dangers that warrant good management on the part of those in the field, educators, parents and lawmakers. But my research of the Net Generation indicates that the cynics, technophobes and moralists are wrong. Kids ... Find a balance We have a tech-savvy generation. Playstations and pen drives are household names. Even a toddler recognises a mobile and a remote, and it is seen as a matter of pride. But think about poor eyesight and obesity. Technology is the need of the ... 
Smart kidsTechnology helps children get self-motivated, and develops their thinking and analytical powers. Those who are into computer-aided learning are smart and intelligent enough to take on modern challenges. P. ... Side effects More and more kids are playing computer games. It has cut down on their physical activities and will adversely affect their health. J. Raja Rathina Singam Chennai ... The topic for the next Voice Your Views The topic for the next Voice Your Views column scheduled for April 30 is "Higher education - wish vs. reality." Send your responses before April 26 by post (The Hindu, Metroplus, 859/860, Anna Salai, Chennai-2) or email metro@thehindu.co.in in ...
Be a busy bee Landmark is back with its annual summer camp for children, The Chrysalis Busy Bee Fun Factory 2008. From April 18 to 26, children between the ages of 5 and 12 will learn how to innovatively spend their summer. For seven days from 10 a.m. ...
Drive to win OUSEPH CHACKO drives the Palio, Swift and Indica DiCOR and gives his verdict Testing times at Arjeplog A peek into what a Fiat car goes through before you drive it Virtual Mechanic Car and bike questions? We have the answers Autoquizzing Shoot your answers before Saturday to wheelsadvt@the hindu.co.in or SMS to 56397. Type WHEELS followed by space and followed by your answer option (VAS charges ... MAN AND MACHINE Bringing out the worker in a tycoon When this Jaguar E Type is parked in front of him, T.T. Raghunathan forgets that he controls a big business house! A hard, new Ferrari Ferrari’s V8 will be launched at the Paris Motor Show
Beat street Somehow this album is thankfully not what I expected, considering the visuals I’d been seeing on the CD cover. This one’s more in the league of Vishal-Shekhar’s “Bluffmaster”, “Dus” and “Om ...
That vintage look Designer Neesha Amrish loves travelling back in time with her designs
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