youth

World Youth Skills Day / 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.

Beating brainrot in Dhaka

Brainrot essentially describes the withering of mental faculties from overexposure to low-value digital content.

Opinion / My em dashes are showing – Am I AI?

My em dashes are showing – Am I AI?

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.

Mehedi Marof’s journey to one of America’s top journalism fellowships

“I want to tell stories that matter, stories that serve the public interest, resonate globally, and give voice to the voiceless,” said Mehedi Hasan Marof.

Helping parents navigate misinformation on the internet

Ensuring that our parents can navigate this digital minefield with vigilance is not just a personal responsibility; it is a necessity for a more informed society.

Reader Submission / The significance of BPD Awareness Month

The emotional wounds of BPD are deep enough, but societal misunderstanding drives them even deeper.

We must save the youth from losing their way

Today, Bangladesh stands at the edge of a demographic paradox.

What made Kaaktaal’s journey so special and memorable

Kaaktaal thrived on making songs that had minimal distractions. AiA’s guitar laid the foundation, Nazm’s flute added a transportative calmness, and percussionist Joven carried the rhythm section with grace. 

October 26, 2023
October 26, 2023

Is being part of a school club worth it?

Running a club might not be the dream for everyone, or as impactful in the long-term as we might hear.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

Pursuing engineering: Here’s what students wish they knew before starting

Engineering is not always sunshine and rainbows for students who dedicate their lives to it.

October 19, 2023
October 19, 2023

University Admissions: The Assumptions to Avoid

Here definitely some misconceptions you should be wary of when applying to universities.

October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023

A never-ending love for teaching

Expert teacher trainers share their experiences and their suggestions for teachers' learning, development, and growth.

October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023

The Case for Science Communication and Science Writing

Maintaining scientific communication through science writing seems to suffer from a lack of attention.

September 28, 2023
September 28, 2023

What it takes to start a band out of school

For those eager to follow in their idols’ footsteps and make their breakthrough in the music scene, here’s a step-by-step guide.

September 27, 2023
September 27, 2023

THE World University Ranking: BRACU, DU, JU, NSU top in Bangladesh

This year, THE included nine Bangladeshi universities in the ranking.

September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023

Leisure time is not wasted time

We need to stop denigrating leisure as a waste of time or something to feel guilty about.

September 24, 2023
September 24, 2023

A youth forced to censor their thoughts

It is a well-known fact that politicians seek to retain power once they attain it.

September 21, 2023
September 21, 2023

Getting scholarships and waivers in private universities

Getting a scholarship at these institutes isn’t as complicated as most believe.