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30 January 2025, 10:25 AM
Rank badges, small bags, books, diaries, notebooks, files… That’s when it caught Razeen’s eye: a weathered, dusty old envelope bearing a faint, unrecognisable logo.
30 January 2025, 10:25 AM
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A new Linkin Park and an exciting new chapter for the band

7 September 2024, 06:41 AM
Linkin Park returns with new vocalist Emily Armstrong.
7 September 2024, 06:41 AM
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Looking after your mental health during gap year

30 August 2024, 07:04 AM
For students opting for such a break before enrolling in university, taking care of their mental health becomes vital.
30 August 2024, 07:04 AM
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Movie / Masters of the Air: An intimate portrayal of America’s aerial warfare on Europe

6 June 2024, 09:26 AM
Masters of the Air has etched its place in contemporary warfare lore.
6 June 2024, 09:26 AM
Linkin Park’s latest release “Friendly Fire” is a fitting tribute to the life and exploits of Chester Bennington.

Music / Linkin Park’s "Friendly Fire": A heart-wrenching reminder of Chester Bennington’s talents

23 February 2024, 13:55 PM
Linkin Park’s latest release “Friendly Fire” was a fitting tribute to the life and exploits of Chester Bennington.
23 February 2024, 13:55 PM
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Napoleon is a thrilling portrayal of a tyrannical man but leaves a lot to be desired

18 January 2024, 00:00 AM
From the Reign of Terror to Napoleon’s disgraced final days in St. Helena – the storytelling was at its fast-paced, chronological best.
18 January 2024, 00:00 AM
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Listening to music while studying: Is it a good idea?

11 January 2024, 00:00 AM
Despite the obvious positives of listening to music when studying, one must be cautious to ensure that the music doesn’t hinder studying.
11 January 2024, 00:00 AM
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The need for teachers to maintain a positive outlook during classes

17 December 2023, 11:18 AM
Students like to be noticed by their teacher in a positive light. By appreciating them, teachers build a healthy, competitive environment which helps coax out students’ creativity. 
17 December 2023, 11:18 AM
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Exploring the royal artiste of Matt Smith

In both House of the Dragon and The Crown, Smith was equally fascinating.
27 October 2022, 17:00 PM
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House of the Dragon revives Game of Thrones franchise with a standout first season

The showrunners lived up to expectations, delivering a brilliant storyline in House of the Dragon.
24 October 2022, 14:00 PM
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Can Bangladesh dare to be confident about the ICC World T20?

The pessimism heading into the World Cup is justified.
23 October 2022, 16:45 PM
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Paddy Considine’s Viserys is a rare example of an adaptation outshining the original

It’s to Paddy Considine's immense credit that he made Viserys so loveable among the fans.
16 October 2022, 15:16 PM
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A tribute on the occasion of Leo Messi’s last World Cup announcement

Bidding farewell to a legend from the biggest stage of world football.
7 October 2022, 17:06 PM
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Keeping up with the Pogbas

This episode, regardless of how it turns out, does Pogba more harm than good in the grand scheme of things.
4 October 2022, 17:15 PM
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Bangladeshi cricketers might be getting too much coverage

This intense limelight on The Tigers is probably not a great thing.
1 October 2022, 17:17 PM
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What schools can do to support students’ mental health

It is high time schools started supporting students going through emotional distress.
29 September 2022, 00:00 AM
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Why do Celtic fans hate the Royal family?

As football fans around the world united to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II, one club stood out. Tempers flared when Celtic F.C took to the field.
23 September 2022, 15:01 PM
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Champions don’t deserve to stand at the back of the line

The SAFF champions and an old tale of directors taking credit of athlete achievements.
22 September 2022, 17:00 PM
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House of the Dragon opening sequence explained

Here's the hidden meaning the opening sequence of House of the Dragon.
19 September 2022, 12:58 PM
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How elite clubs can gain from playing lower-tier European cups

Playing in lower-tier European cups can smoothen the transition
15 September 2022, 14:59 PM
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VIP movements need to be more considerate

VIP movement is a bane for Dhaka commuters.
15 September 2022, 08:00 AM
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Area-wise schooling is a great idea, but conditions apply

To make area-based schooling successful this time, development must be well-researched and efficient.
7 September 2022, 13:50 PM
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Will academic concessions lead to more trouble for O/A level students?

Academic concessions may backfire for students in the long run.
1 September 2022, 15:30 PM
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The Figo Affair bares the ugly side of the beautiful game

Behind-the-scenes access surrounding the transfer of Luis Figo from Barcelona to Real Madrid.
1 September 2022, 00:00 AM
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What happens when you change homes a lot

Constant uprooting of homes is tough, but there is a silver lining.
1 September 2022, 00:00 AM
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Expectations at an all-time low for Bangladesh in Asia Cup… unless

The pressure is on the Bangladesh National Team to make this year's Asia Cup a memorable one.
30 August 2022, 13:04 PM
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Football jerseys as fashion accessories

Youngsters flashing their teams’ colours in casual hangouts or other social events has become a common sight.
25 August 2022, 00:00 AM
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Why it might be a good idea to watch prequels first

Prequels are your gateway if you don’t want to feel lost.
21 August 2022, 15:05 PM

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