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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. 

September 21, 2023
September 21, 2023

The importance of counselling in universities

Taking the first step in seeking help is the hardest part. But once you start, life starts getting easier as you go.

September 17, 2023
September 17, 2023

Bangladeshi activists join Global Climate Strike

The climate strike was held in Bangladesh is a part of the Global Climate Strike organised by Fridays for Future.

September 7, 2023
September 7, 2023

Things to know if you want to study business abroad

Pursuing a business degree abroad can be an enriching and transformative experience.

August 31, 2023
August 31, 2023

The benefits of positive self-talk

Occasionally changing one’s perspective of things can also do the trick.

August 31, 2023
August 31, 2023

How to avoid getting distracted while studying

Here are a few things you can do to avoid getting distracted while studying.

August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023

Making a study playlist that works for you

A step-by-step guide to help you make your personalised study playlist.

August 24, 2023
August 24, 2023

Barca Academy coming to Bangladesh

Barca Academy, the official soccer school of FC Barcelona, is coming to Bangladesh to organise a football camp between October 22 and October 26. International School Dhaka (ISD) will serve as the headquarters for this camp. All camp-related activities will also be organised at ISD. 

August 24, 2023
August 24, 2023

A Silent Triumph: The Story of Clara Woods

Clara Woods is a seventeen-year-old artist and model.

August 22, 2023
August 22, 2023

Why buying books in English medium schools is needlessly expensive and wasteful

New textbooks often go untouched throughout the entire school year and can pose significant environmental repercussions.

August 22, 2023
August 22, 2023

The gaming world is unnecessarily unkind to women

Any casual female gamer in Bangladesh would agree that the number of female gamers in this country is painfully low.