The impacts of digital communication on human relationships have long been a topic of controversy. From my perspective, modern means of communication may sabotage one’s relationships with other people.

The most typical example of today’s communication technology is the mobile phone. Originally designed to provide people with instant access to telecommunication, it has become indispensable for most people in modern society. Nowadays, various features such as built-in cameras and interactive games have been added to the mobile phone, making it multifunctional and thus even more popular. However, I believe the omnipresence of mobile phones in particular, or digital communication tools in general, often interferes with the bonding time that people share and thus has a negative influence on interpersonal relationships. There is compelling evidence for my belief.


If people use mobile phones for work purposes, business calls may disrupt any real-life conversations they have. This is the case for millions of working people who may have overlooked the importance of having smooth and uninterrupted conversations with other people. It is possible that they are unaware that relationships are at risk of eroding when people spend less quality time with each other.

In addition, if people use mobile phones to play games, the constant urge to complete game missions may disengage them from social gatherings. For example, many teenagers sacrifice real-life socialising time for mobile game playing time. In the long term, this would be likely to cause friends to drift apart.

Some people use mobile phones mainly for virtual social networks, and notifications and messages from these sites may prevent them from having intimate conversations with their loved ones. There are many real examples of couples on the verge of breaking up because one or both partners have grown overly attached to social network applications on mobile phones, and they find it hard to maintain a sense of intimacy.

I believe that any of these issues could have a significant impact on a person’s social relationships. However, most people use mobile phones for all of the aforementioned purposes, and consequently they need to pay constant attention to their phone, potentially isolating those in their company. In this way, mobile phones may dull real-life interactions and affect relationships as a result.

In brief, the constant distraction of modern communication devices such as mobile phones may cause the breakdown of numerous social relationships.

Following Bali and Lombok, ride-sharing app Uber announced on Thursday the launch of UberTRIP in Yogyakarta.

The service allows users to book a trip for a minimum of three hours until one day.

Available for a minimum payment of Rp 180,000 (US$13.3) for a three-hour ride and Rp 1,000 per minute afterward, users can simply book their trip by clicking "UberTRIP" on their app and make payment at the end of the trip using either cash, credit card or Uber Credit.

"We're proud to be cooperating with our partners of drivers to present this practical service to anyone who visits Yogyakarta. With just one click, tourists can enjoy Uber's transparent and affordable service," said Uber Indonesia public policy head John Colombo in a press release on Thursday.

UberTRIP is able to accommodate up to six passengers, with each passenger entitled to insurance.

Among the areas supported by this service are Yogyakarta, Wates, Sleman, Bantul, Wonosari, Magelang and Klaten.

According to Central Statistics Agency (BPS) data, the number of foreign tourist visits to Indonesia increased 21.57 percent in July from the previous month, while the most foreign tourist arrivals were recorded at Yogyakarta's Adisutjipto International Airport.

Uber also highlighted Yogyakarta as among users' most popular cities in Indonesia. In the past three months, Uber passengers who visited the city reportedly hailed from 64 countries

Setelah Bali dan Lombok, aplikasi ride-sharing Uber mengumumkan pada hari Kamis peluncuran UberTRIP di Yogyakarta.

Layanan ini memungkinkan pengguna untuk memesan perjalanan minimal selama tiga jam sampai satu hari.

Tersedia untuk pembayaran minimum sebesar Rp 180.000 (US $ 13,3) untuk perjalanan tiga jam dan Rp 1.000 per menit sesudahnya, pengguna dapat memesan perjalanan mereka dengan mengklik "UberTRIP" di aplikasi mereka dan melakukan pembayaran di akhir perjalanan menggunakan salah satu uang tunai, kartu kredit atau Uber Credit.

"Kami bangga bisa bekerjasama dengan mitra pengemudi kami untuk mempresentasikan layanan praktis ini kepada siapapun yang berkunjung ke Yogyakarta. Dengan hanya satu klik, wisatawan dapat menikmati layanan Uber yang transparan dan terjangkau," kata kepala kebijakan publik Uber Indonesia John Colombo dalam sebuah pers. rilis pada hari Kamis

UberTRIP mampu menampung hingga enam penumpang, dengan masing-masing penumpang berhak mendapatkan asuransi.

Di antara daerah yang didukung oleh layanan ini adalah Yogyakarta, Wates, Sleman, Bantul, Wonosari, Magelang dan Klaten.

Menurut data Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS), jumlah kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara ke Indonesia meningkat 21,57 persen di bulan Juli dari bulan sebelumnya, sementara jumlah kunjungan wisatawan mancanegara tercatat di Bandara Internasional Adisutjipto Yogyakarta.

Uber juga menyoroti Yogyakarta sebagai kota terpopuler di Indonesia. Dalam tiga bulan terakhir, penumpang Uber yang mengunjungi kota tersebut dilaporkan berasal dari 64 negara


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TRIBUNJATENG COM BANYUMAS  -A number of buildings in Banyumas Regency are reported to have been damaged by an earthquake that occurred around 23.47 Wib, Friday (15/12/2017).



Commander Tagana Banyumas Adi Candra said, until recently, it has received reports of some damaged buildings in Banyumas due to the earthquake.

Radiology Building Regional General Hospital (Hospital) Banyumas reported some parts of the wall had cracks and roof ambrol.

Damage also occurs in the Medika Siaga Medika Banyumas where the glass wall is broken until the material is scattered on the floor.

"In RSUD, the wall is cracked, while in the Medika Alert glass breaks out, we prioritize first to the homes of collapsed people," he said.

In addition to damaging hospital facilities, the earthquake also destroyed several houses in Banyumas residents . In the village of Kracak RT 06 RW 02 Ajibarang District, a house belonging to Kuseri (42), collapsed due to the earthquake.

Fortunately, all residents have been out of the house during the earthquake so escaped the ruins of the house.

The earthquake also damaged the homes of residents in the village of Windujaya Kecamatan Kedungbanteng. Wastuti's house was severely damaged, the roof was seized by an earthquake.

Currently Banyumas residents are still on standby outside the home. They rushed out of the house during the earthquake.

"While the new data entry to us, we are still monitoring the conditions on the ground," he added.

source : tribunnews

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