Diverging perspectives: Exploring Bangladesh’s history through controversial narratives
When it comes to the history of Bangladesh both pre-and post-Liberation War, certain aspects have either remained hidden from the public or been deliberately obscured.
2m ago
3 essential reads on Julian Assange’s impact on journalism
With news of his newfound freedom making headlines, many may struggle to recall the original charges against him and the debates he sparked on free speech and journalistic practices
4m ago
Decline of the Oscars and the American Dream
This excitement has diluted to simply a morning discussion of whatever highlight persists through the night.
8m ago
Navigating culture, history, and nostalgia in ‘My Life in Tea’
Review of Anwarul Azim’s book ‘My Life in Tea’ (The University Press Limited, 2023)
10m ago
The ethics of ghostwriting in fiction
Ghostwriting is not new, and Millie Bobby Brown is not the first celebrity to hire a ghostwriter. But, soon after she published her book, she came under fire for using one.
11m ago
Discovering enlightenment and creativity at Dhaka Flow Festival
In addition to the activities, the event offered an array of distinctive stalls for festival goers, featuring sustainable and healthy products rooted in Bangladesh.
1y ago
The hidden impact of patrilocality
At the core of a patrilocal society lies the notion of women occupying a lower status than men.
1y ago
March 8, 2021
Daring to dream for a better world
“My parents were eager to get me married right after my SSC examination but I resisted. Now they are both very proud of the work I do for my community,”
February 15, 2021
Chobi Mela (0): Redefining photo festivals for the post-COVID era
The Drik-Path building peeks into the sky in the middle of the busy commercial area of Panthapath, Dhaka. This is where Chobi Mela Shunno (0) is taking place this year.
January 21, 2021
Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and Its Message About Crazies
“Crazy” is a word that we throw around quite often without ever putting much thought into it. This is where the show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend swoops in to the scene to redefine the word and also remind us of the importance of mental health and seeking help when you need it.
January 17, 2021
Going cashless for a day
In the middle of an ongoing pandemic, the use of cash transactions imposes various risks. I have found it very difficult to switch to completely cashless transactions.
January 14, 2021
The Art of Parenting
For such an important job as parenting, can we afford to learn it on the spot?
December 18, 2020
Taylor Swift's "evermore" and the Issue With Sequels
The album shares the same imagery, storylines, and themes as the last one.
November 12, 2020
Young Entrepreneurs Starting a Business During the Pandemic
What led the youth to start their first venture in the middle of a pandemic, and how they are managing to hold their own?
October 1, 2020
Why call it a “chick flick”?
Why do we need to use an extra adjective with a negative connotation to describe comedy movies with a female protagonist/cast?
September 17, 2020
Where is the music?
For a while, fans were satisfied with listening to their favourite music on online platforms. Now it is a question if artists are able to retain that connection with fanbases.
September 3, 2020
What is oomph?
"I just don't think there is any 'oomph' between us, you know?"
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