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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
Navigating imposter syndrome in friendships
How imposter syndrome affects friendships and ways to overcome it
2 October 2025, 19:19 PM
2 October 2025, 19:19 PM
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
Are first-year friendships truly doomed to fail?
Why first-year university friend groups often break apart
23 September 2025, 09:33 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
Pirate flag from One Piece anime is Indonesia’s newest protest symbol
Students and activists in Indonesia have put up the One Piece pirate sign as a symbol of protest against several government policies.
10 August 2025, 10:31 AM
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
Bangladesh’s youth should be empowered through skills and apprenticeship
With over 60 percent of its population under the age of 35, the country holds immense promise in the form of a demographic dividend.
15 July 2025, 10:15 AM
Beating brainrot in Dhaka
Brainrot essentially describes the withering of mental faculties from overexposure to low-value digital content.
11 July 2025, 13:02 PM
My em dashes are showing – Am I AI?
My em dashes are showing – Am I AI?
5 July 2025, 09:17 AM
Why we should keep our hobbies alive
Sacrificing the joy of hobbies in exchange for productivity should never feel like an emotionally fulfilling trade-off.
23 June 2025, 11:27 AM