Making Youth Voices Count

Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC) is hosting the fifth Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) to amplify the voices of young citizens and inform and include them in the processes that shape national policies. This engagement is imperative to reflect upon the existing challenges and opportunities faced by youth.
2 August 2018, 18:00 PM

A brilliant approach to surveillance

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the area of computer science that emphasises the creation of intelligent machines that work and react like human beings, is giving surveillance cameras digital brains to match their eyes, letting them analyse live videos with no human interference necessary.
2 August 2018, 18:00 PM

A dog sees Dhaka

This city can be cruel. I have been kicked and pushed away. I have seen worse being done to my brethren. In spite of all this, this city has become my home.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

BULLETIN BOARD

Southeast University (SEU) organised the second lecture of the lecture series on “Ethics in Teaching and Research” on July 26, 2018 at the Seminar Hall of the Main Building in Banani, Dhaka.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Snacks on a Plane

I, Shariful Siddique Shaheb, have witnessed rains like no other man. For over four months, I have stared at the sky while it sprayed all over my face.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

The power of music

It was an ordinary summer afternoon. It was one of those days in the middle of July when the sun's scorching heat burnt so brightly, everyone questioned how poet's ever came up with romantic poems about the season.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

The Bookshelf

A mysterious set of stories, A part of something meaninglessly true,
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Falling

A shameless, raw feeling, Looking over my shoulder, for a glimpse back.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Practicing our emotions

A few weeks ago, I came across a podcast called “The Science of Happiness”. The host Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology, brought in “happiness guinea pigs” in each episode, which were essentially people who shared their experiences after partaking in one of the practices that the website “Greater Good in Action” had in store.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Why the closest friends may not be the best teammates

With competitions or group projects limiting the number of members a team can have, the first decision you have to make and the problem you have to face is deciding who gets into the team and who doesn't.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Rainy Day Protocol for Dummies

Try not to get hit by all the sentiments listening to November Rain. At least wait till November rolls around.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

5 games to look forward to this year

With this year's E3 leaving a sour taste in the mouth for many, it is now obvious that 2018 isn't as good a year for gaming as it was hyped up to be.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

An ode to potatoes

I was inspired to write an ode to potatoes honestly because I am shaped like one. Being potato-shaped, however, is nothing to be ashamed of since when it comes to cooking, potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables out there.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

How much is too much for the students?

With results being politicised and the scrutiny and shame that follows, a walkthrough in the life of a Bangladeshi student in the current decade is probably one of the most challenging and daunting tasks that exists.
1 August 2018, 18:00 PM

Earth Club of NSU organises Sailor “Champions of Earth” Season 3

The Earth Club of North South University is commencing the third edition of its signature event Sailor “Champions of Earth”, the biggest environmental idea generation competition of the country.
31 July 2018, 18:00 PM

On Board to Pursue their Goals

The United States Embassy Dhaka organised a debriefing session for those Bangladeshi students who are heading for the United States of America to pursue higher studies this Fall.
26 July 2018, 18:10 PM

Distant dreams becoming reality

Yakutsk International Science Fair is an international competition of research works of students from Russia and other countries of the world. This year, 18-year olds Audri Priyom Bhowmik, Mashrur Ahmed Tusher and Shihab Sharar from Saint Joseph High and Secondary School, Dhaka, took home the bronze medals in this competition.
26 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Youth Opportunities

With the grand theme “Becoming the Next Leader in the 21st Century”, FLC 2018 offers enlightening conference attended by renowned international speakers in United Nations Young Leaders, exciting cultural exchange sessions and a comprehensive discussion on diplomatic skills that emphasises on future leader qualities.
26 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Envisioning a better society for the youth and women

A significant percentage of the population of Bangladesh consists of youth and women, and without the inclusion of more than half of its citizen, a country cannot progress.
26 July 2018, 18:00 PM

Sharif Adibur Rahman An Arithmetic Champion

Sharif Adibur Rahman, an eigth grader of European Standard School, became the Grand Champion at the Aloha Mental Arithmetic International Competition 2018, held at the World Trade Center in Moscow on July 22.
26 July 2018, 18:00 PM