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. 

August 28, 2024
August 28, 2024

Germany hikes blocked account amount for international students

The Embassy of Germany in Dhaka, earlier today, announced that it will be increasing the blocked account amount for student visa applicants to €11,904.

August 25, 2024
August 25, 2024

Youth wellbeing: More than just a trendy hashtag

Physical wellbeing and mental wellbeing are inextricably linked. To empower our youth with the knowledge and skills needed to be healthy in mind, body and spirit, a systems approach must be adopted.

August 24, 2024
August 24, 2024

Students mobilise as floods ravage the nation

University students, independently and through various on-campus clubs and forums, are playing an active role in aiding relief efforts across the country following the recent devastating floods. 

August 22, 2024
August 22, 2024

Growing up and navigating life with speech disorders

Speech disorders, such as stutters are seen from a young age. Young people with this kind of unique challenges face difficulties to express themselves clearly.

August 15, 2024
August 15, 2024

Youth mobilise to safeguard minority establishments and places of worship

While such initiatives are commendable, they, of course, don’t offer a proper solution to the primary problems at hand.

August 9, 2024
August 9, 2024

The need to recognise propaganda in pop culture

Popular culture is a product of its time, representing the politics and ideas of a specific era.

August 1, 2024
August 1, 2024

What does our labour market look like for educated youth?

The reason behind the educated youth’s overwhelming preference for public sector jobs, particularly those in Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS), must be understood in a greater detail and also through a critical lens of youth unemployment.

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

Everything in life requires practice

There's a misunderstanding that some things in life require natural skills or a one-time lucky break

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

The thriving online clothing thrift scene and the youth behind it

These young entrepreneurs are not only proving the do-ability of running a thriving business alongside studies but also inspiring countless other students to dip their toes into the rewarding world of entrepreneurship.

May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024

To foster creativity, we must understand its fluidity

Embrace creativity beyond traditional notions; it's not just for geniuses. Cherish everyday innovations to nurture your creative potential.