Women’s right to free speech is under threat in online spaces

When a woman raises her voice against the status quo, she is not merely heard as a dissenting citizen but first, unfailingly, as a woman, and then, only incidentally, as a rebel.
22 October 2025, 09:44 AM

Animals you should not keep as pets and why

As the trend of keeping exotic pets becomes normalised, pet owners have forgotten a simple truth — these animals were never meant for captivity, nor are they suited for Bangladesh’s tropical climate.
21 October 2025, 10:30 AM

Looking back at the whimsical, witty, and wonderful world of Roald Dahl

With his work selling over a million copies, being translated into 60 languages, and adapted into hundreds of movie and theatre productions, Dahl's contribution to children’s literature is nothing short of legendary.
21 October 2025, 10:25 AM

On the trips that never make it out of the group chat

Why travel plans rarely leave the group chat
2 October 2025, 19:19 PM

Navigating imposter syndrome in friendships

How imposter syndrome affects friendships and ways to overcome it
2 October 2025, 19:19 PM

Are we treating the strays right?

Why communities must care for stray animals.
29 September 2025, 07:02 AM

A guide to giving good gifts

How to choose the perfect gift.
29 September 2025, 07:02 AM

Menstrual pain management and the lack of targeted therapy in Bangladesh

The management of menstrual pain in Bangladesh is hindered by a lack of targeted therapy and knowledge. The prevalent use of a one-size-fits-all approach fails to address the diverse and individual experiences of those who menstruate.
23 September 2025, 10:50 AM

The illusion of parasocial relationships

It is a strange thing to feel as though you know everything about someone who has never met you, stranger still when millions of people feel the same way. The phenomenon I am referring to is “parasocial relationship”, a neat psychological phrase for the one-sided bonds people form with public fi
23 September 2025, 09:21 AM

Navigating the rapidly-changing job market

Why our youth is struggling in the current job market. A part of Star Youth's special Youth Anxieties series.
23 September 2025, 09:07 AM

Learning to navigate personal finances early in life

Learning money skills early in life.
23 September 2025, 07:30 AM

The meaning and importance of ikigai for young adults

Finding ikigai in the chaos of growing up.
4 September 2025, 12:14 PM

What are we losing sight of when we confide in AI?

Can AI replace real human connection?
4 September 2025, 12:05 PM

Godzilla’s final bow: Saying goodbye to Nissan’s R35 GT-R

The GT-R stood its ground as an old-school, loud, and proud driving machine.
28 August 2025, 11:43 AM

Constant comparison and how it cripples creativity and academic attainment

Parents and relatives often compare children to motivate them, as it was how things were done in their times, adhering to the collectivist nature of conforming to social norms.
11 August 2025, 20:21 PM

In our algorithm-centric lives, we must extend our empathy

Sometimes we simply must observe and keep up, even if it's uncomfortable.
9 August 2025, 10:02 AM

My parents are aging and it scares me

A reflection on growing up and witnessing parents age.
8 August 2025, 04:00 AM

The pitfalls of wanting to stay productive during semester breaks

During semester breaks, there isn't any coursework to worry about, but for many, that empty space quickly becomes a breeding ground for anxiety.
7 August 2025, 19:03 PM

AK Ratul’s legacy will live on

Rest in power, AK Ratul. You will not be forgotten.
7 August 2025, 10:10 AM