Rising Stars

The desperate need for a nuanced narrative of history in NCTB textbooks

Through discourse and perception, these unknown tales of history continue to haunt us even today.
22 August 2024, 00:00 AM

How to get yourself to read (and finish) a book

For most people, the size of a book is what might repel them from picking it up in the first place.
29 July 2024, 04:00 AM

Internet blackout: How our youngest generations are dealing with this situation

Millions of people have been disconnected from each other and subsequently, the world outside.
26 July 2024, 03:00 AM

Motion

There are no lamplights in this end of the neighbourhood. Only tall trees standing upright on either side of the road, their leaves drooping down in lament for a long-forgotten motion.
25 July 2024, 11:31 AM

Witnessing the quota reform protests as a high school student

From blockades to rallies, protestors have expressed their dissatisfaction with the existing quota system in many ways. Among the masses that attended the rallies in the last few days, a significant portion consisted of students from various high schools.
25 July 2024, 09:14 AM

Horoscopes: Explained

A long history and cultural heritage give astrology a sense of legitimacy and tradition that can make it seem real to many people.
30 June 2024, 06:00 AM

Why do you keep buying books you don’t read?

While running through my monthly room cleanout programme, I discovered a pile of books abandoned at the back of my shelf. Unsurprisingly, many of them were yet to be read.
29 June 2024, 16:00 PM

Kaiju no. 8: The breath of fresh air shounen anime needed

Kaiju No. 8 is anything but conventional, as it subverts any and all expectations right from the get-go.
27 June 2024, 00:00 AM

Did You Know? - June

On this issue's 'Did You Know?'
27 June 2024, 00:00 AM

Three Bangladeshi comics worth your attention

Bangladeshi comics for you to check out.
30 May 2024, 10:03 AM

House of Cards

Welcome, weary traveler! To my humble abode. Come, come. I'll show you
30 May 2024, 06:00 AM

What makes modern-day Bangladeshi comics so interesting

All in all, it’s a great time to be a Bangladeshi comic fan, especially if you’re into local comics.
30 May 2024, 00:00 AM

How volunteering can make a difference in the lives of others

It would have been an otherwise missed opportunity to understand the value of volunteering, had I not come in touch with a group of children and see how they learn and apply their newfound knowledge. 
5 May 2024, 14:04 PM

The First Slam Dunk is sports anime distilled to its essentials

The First Slam Dunk has, in many ways, perfectly distilled everything that makes sports anime good.
25 April 2024, 12:27 PM

Azure 

The sky is the most obscure portion of Earth which can be read with utmost ease.
31 March 2024, 13:50 PM

Young people should help out more at home

Traditionally, the burden of household chores falls upon the shoulders of the older members of the family, or, more often than not, on their domestic help.
31 March 2024, 11:27 AM

Bringing back the tradition of exchanging Eid cards

Young people should be encouraged to explore creative avenues and spend time with friends and loved ones beyond the digital space.
28 March 2024, 00:00 AM

The significance of Bangladesh's Independence Day and Victory Day

The significance of each day in the birth of our nation.
26 March 2024, 13:00 PM

Rituraj's new book takes readers on a trip around the world

Comprising two parts, each book features five compelling travel stories from Rituraj's personal journeys across various countries.
18 March 2024, 04:04 AM

Leap Years

The tradition dates back to the Julian calendar.
29 February 2024, 12:03 PM