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Ayaan Shams Siddiquee

Ayaan Shams Siddiquee is a contributing writer at Campus, Rising Stars, and Star Youth.

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Upcoming anime to look forward to in 2026

The anime lineup for 2025 raised the bar for 2026. That said, here are a few anime to look forward to next year.
7 January 2026, 11:00 AM
7 January 2026, 11:00 AM
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The unnerving reality of school and college students living in hostels

What living away from home entail for these young students are poor living conditions, dreadful food arrangements, and more mental ailments than one can keep track of.
27 November 2025, 04:00 AM
27 November 2025, 04:00 AM
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Meet the cosplayers who represented Bangladesh in Japan

In conversation with two Bangladeshi cosplayers who represented the country in Japan.
6 November 2025, 04:00 AM
6 November 2025, 04:00 AM
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The colours and constraints of cosplaying in Bangladesh

For a growing number of people, cosplaying has become a special way to express creativity and build a community.
30 October 2025, 04:00 AM
30 October 2025, 04:00 AM
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Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is a moony, gory, and unhinged love story for the ages

Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc plays out more like a twisted rom-com than a straight-up action flick.
26 October 2025, 10:22 AM
26 October 2025, 10:22 AM
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How are HSC examinees reacting to university admission tests’ routines?

For the latest batch of HSC examinees, the mental pressure associated with the university admission phase has been exponentially aggravated due to changes in various admission tests’ routines and structures.
20 October 2025, 11:18 AM
20 October 2025, 11:18 AM
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The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity stands tall in the romance anime hall of fame

It’s almost impossible not to root for The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity. With Cloverworks’ gorgeous production and the source material’s story, this might just be one of the most enjoyable romance anime to come out in recent years.
8 October 2025, 13:20 PM
8 October 2025, 13:20 PM
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AK Ratul’s legacy will live on

Rest in power, AK Ratul. You will not be forgotten.
7 August 2025, 10:10 AM
7 August 2025, 10:10 AM
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Cryptic Fate back with melodic homage to 1971

The album is a resounding testament to the sheer dedication that each member has towards their craft.
8 February 2024, 11:05 AM
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Why young people should read The Adventures of Tintin

Almost a decade has passed since then, and Tintin still remains a timeless classic.
30 January 2024, 13:39 PM
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The need for leadership qualities among students for promoting peace in society

At present, our world is plastered with conflict, humanitarian crises, discrimination, and hate. Wars are tearing at the fabric of our societies and driving humans further apart than ever. A seemingly never-ending cycle of animosity has engulfed communities worldwide, emphasising the urgency of addressing these issues.
23 January 2024, 18:00 PM
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Explained: The branches of Bangladesh's government

How does Bangladesh’s government work? Who is the head of the government? What is the upcoming election about?
6 January 2024, 13:21 PM
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Hell’s Paradise: A fantastic gateway to the world of dark fantasy shounen

Hell’s Paradise’s unapologetically grotesque nature makes it a memorable experience throughout its runtime.
16 November 2023, 09:27 AM
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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.
28 September 2023, 00:00 AM
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The increasing necessity of foreign admission events

However, a huge demographic of potential applicants still struggles with kick-starting their application process due to a lack of concrete information.
19 August 2023, 18:00 PM
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The lingering effects of familial unemployment on young people

The psychological costs of one’s parents going into unemployment are extremely nuanced
30 July 2023, 08:57 AM
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Meet the nine Bangladeshi recipients of the Diana Award 2023

They were honoured with the award for their outstanding contribution to society.
3 July 2023, 11:33 AM
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Vinland Saga is a Viking classic for the ages

Vinland Saga builds on top of the central war motif by taking the viewers on a spell-bounding journey of revenge, redemption, and self-discovery. 
18 May 2023, 08:31 AM
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Why autism acceptance in Bangladesh is still a far-fetched goal

People with autism in Bangladesh are still subjected to structural discrimination and stigmatisation.
7 May 2023, 15:31 PM
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5 anime series to catch up on during Eid vacation

Here are five short anime series you can spend your vacation binging on.
23 April 2023, 12:30 PM
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5 anime movies to binge during vacations

5 anime movies to binge during vacations.
22 April 2023, 14:50 PM
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Are your faaka Dhaka jokes elitist?

Maybe we need to reconsider what we’re deriving entertainment from.
21 April 2023, 11:27 AM
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17 years of Oniket Prantor – Bangladesh’s definitive rock anthem

It’s been 17 years of 16 minutes 21 seconds.
1 April 2023, 16:45 PM
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The endgame: Attack on Titan returns tonight for its final bow

Attack on Titan is finally coming to an end.
3 March 2023, 13:00 PM
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Artcell scales new heights with Otritio

Artcell’s Otritio doesn’t shy away from making a bold statement.
24 February 2023, 09:35 AM
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The sad state of Bangla literature in the national curriculum

For an overwhelming majority of national curriculum students, literary exploration of this sort is not even a pipe dream.
22 February 2023, 23:55 PM
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The appeal of small-scale acoustic concerts

The biggest selling point behind these shows lies in their interactive nature.
20 February 2023, 15:00 PM
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Can Bangladeshi manga make it to Japan? We asked ‘Source?’

“Within just two weeks of the launch, we sold almost 500 copies."
15 February 2023, 12:29 PM

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