Handmade bicycles right here in Bangladesh
Despite coming from a civil engineering background, Md Abu Noman Shaikat found himself at the helm of Bikesmith, a bicycle enterprise where anyone can get a two-wheeler made according to their desired specifications.
3y ago
A women-only hostel where safety comes first
The state of gender relations in Bangladesh stands at such a precarious position that the lived experience of all women, across any strata, is filled with fear, anxiety, and even paranoia.
3y ago
Youngsters return to nets
Players and coaches are returning to the practice nets, and getting back into their previous schedules.
3y ago
No clicks and clatter at photocopy centres
In the crunch of the pandemic, when academic institutions and many physical workplaces are closed, these small businesses are gradually sliding into a state of deep crisis.
4y ago
A surgeon of film cameras
In this era of digital photography, we’ve almost forgotten about the time when the art form required much more tedious work. In fact, with the old 35mm film cameras, the whole process of taking a photo and getting to see how it came out, could take days. All that can be achieved in a matter of seconds now.
4y ago
The Dos and Don’ts of a Video Call
It’s another week of social distancing, and almost all of us are having to work or study from our homes. That being said, it’s important to know what you should and shouldn’t do when you find yourself in a video call. Here are some tips to help you out.
4y ago
Heading East
The gunfire had ceased, the agonising cries could no longer be heard. The streets of Dhaka went silent after a night that many had thought would outlast eternity itself. Karim left his residence in Mohakhali and headed towards his hometown in Daudkandi to meet up with his family.
4y ago
Is Dropping a Semester Worth It?
A decision that comes with its benefits as well as repercussions.
4y ago
September 6, 2018
Climbing the ranks of your University Club
There will be a lot of clubs to choose from at your university. It will eventually come down to your preference and interest. Once your mind is set to join a club, you don't hesitate to sign up for it and eagerly await for the recruitment to start.
August 30, 2018
Common university pet peeves
University isn't really the bed of roses we all thought of back in our school days. It's a lot tougher and has more work load. As if things weren't difficult enough for university students, you have these annoying people and situations to deal with that is bound to get your gears grinding.
August 30, 2018
Types of people you encounter in a panic situation
Whether you're giving an exam with no preparation or you're stuck inside a lift on the fifteenth floor, panicking is inevitable. It is human nature to feel the dismay whenever one is stuck in such situations. Under such circumstances, you'll come face to face with people who react to the impending problems each in their own way.
August 30, 2018
Freelancing - A Better Alternative to Your 9 to 5 Job?
Can you reap more from the former compared to the latter?
August 16, 2018
Marketing Lessons to Learn From Cow Salesmen
With Eid-ul-Azha upon us, it's time for Cow Marketing 101.
August 9, 2018
Unexpected Moments of Happiness You Get as a University Student
These moments are usually rare, but worth it.
August 2, 2018
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.
August 2, 2018
How to get the best out of online courses and tutorials
The internet has blessed us with different online learning platforms where one can have the access to vast amount of resource materials to enhance their knowledge and to help them develop new skills.
July 26, 2018
Alternative Compensations
Whether it's an unpaid internship or just the usual work as a freelancer, people who use such impractical forms of payment or honorarium, always manage to get to our nerves thanks to their weird belief that hard working people will be fine with receiving just the exposure and experience.
July 19, 2018
Awkward situations you don't want to be found in
Circumstances will often get you into awkward situations you never wanted to be in. At times, it's not just the awkward moments that bother you, it's the people around you who witness the awkwardness unfolding that makes you question your very existence at those particular moments.
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