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Maisha Islam Monamee

The author graduated from Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka and is a contributor at The Daily Star. Find her @monameereads on Instagram.

Christopher Nolan revisits glory, guilt and the ghosts of war in ‘The Odyssey’

Christopher Nolan revisits glory, guilt and the ghosts of war in ‘The Odyssey’

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It is an adaptation of one of humanity’s oldest stories, an epic that has shaped the language of adventure, heroism and homecoming for nearly three millennia.
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July uprising memories in Bangladesh

July then and now: Remembering the month that changed us

17 July 2026, 10:00 AM
Sometimes I find myself wondering what it must feel like to have July arrive without something tightening in one’s chest.
17 July 2026, 10:00 AM
15 years later, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ still finds new meaning

15 years later, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ still finds new meaning

15 July 2026, 18:40 PM
The scenery still takes my breath away, the playlist still makes me want to pack a bag, and Farhan Akhtar’s poetry still lands exactly where it should. Yet every rewatch feels like a different film.
15 July 2026, 18:40 PM
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‘Urban Images’ turns art into an act of solidarity

11 July 2026, 19:50 PM
Art has always found ways to document cities through the rhythms, fractures and quiet resilience that define urban life. Veteran artist Kazi Salahuddin Ahmed’s latest solo exhibition, “Urban Images”, does exactly that. Yet beyond the abstract compositions and layered cityscapes lies another, more immediate story—one of artists standing beside one another when it matters most.
11 July 2026, 19:50 PM
Why we keep falling for fictional boyfriends

Why we keep falling for fictional boyfriends

7 July 2026, 11:15 AM
Then someone inevitably resurrects Mr Darcy, Jim Halpert or Aditya Kashyap to remind everyone that the blueprint existed long before TikTok edits.
7 July 2026, 11:15 AM
How movies shaped our career expectations

How movies shaped our career expectations

4 July 2026, 12:16 PM
Not just the love stories, the friendships, or the dramatic monologues in the rain, but the professions stitched into those narratives.
4 July 2026, 12:16 PM
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Two BRACU underwater vehicles reach RoboSub 2026 semi-finals 

3 July 2026, 20:02 PM
BRAC University's underwater robotics research team, BRACU Duburi, has qualified two autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) for the semi-finals of RoboSub 2026, becoming one of only two teams worldwide to advance more than one vehicle to the next stage of the international competition.
3 July 2026, 20:02 PM
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The rom-com watchlist for summer 2026

3 July 2026, 16:00 PM
Summer has always belonged to romance. Long evenings, spontaneous road trips, seaside cafés, weddings, festivals, and holidays create the perfect backdrop for stories that balance butterflies with belly laughs. The latest wave of rom-coms leans into that familiar comfort while embracing modern relationships, witty banter, and characters who feel wonderfully real. Whether you are planning a weekend binge or looking for the perfect comfort watch after a long day, these recent releases deserve a spot on your Summer 2026 watchlist.
3 July 2026, 16:00 PM
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Mental health represented in Bollywood: Five stellar movies

Mental health has always been heavily stigmatised within the Indian subcontinent. This is particularly the case in the mainstream media, where we often see misguided portrayals of the issue, often being showcased as ‘madness’ rather than a health issue.
10 October 2022, 11:25 AM
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Bangladesh wins 1 silver and 5 bronze medals at Open World Astronomy Olympiad

The competition seeks to promote astronomy education, recognise bright students, and build worldwide academic relations.
5 October 2022, 10:25 AM
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Taorem Sananu wins the Thesis of the Year Golden Award at ARCASIA

ARCASIA intends to unite architects in this region and provide them with a platform to maintain professional networks.
4 October 2022, 11:10 AM
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‘Operation Sundarban’: not just an action thriller

If you think “Operation Sundarban” is a no-brain action flick, you are mistaken. The film sheds light on the struggles of the native fishermen and the atrocities of a larger network of robbers, pirates and smugglers.
3 October 2022, 10:05 AM
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A search for space and meaning: Iftikhar Uddin Ahmed’s solo exhibition ends today

“Searching for Space”, a solo exhibition featuring Iftikhar Uddin Ahmed's artworks is currently underway at La Galerie, Alliance Francaise, Dhaka.
30 September 2022, 06:07 AM
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5 Netflix shows to complete your weekend watch

If you are looking for streaming recommendations for the weekend, here are some films and shows from Netflix's 'Top 10' list in Bangladesh today.
25 September 2022, 04:41 AM
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‘Unwind Mind’: Capturing the many shades of mental health

Psycure, a mental-health based start-up, organised a week-long art exhibition on mental health awareness at the EMK Center to mark World Suicide Prevention Day and Mental Health Day. The exhibition was inaugurated on September 15 and ends today.
21 September 2022, 10:05 AM
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Bangladesh’s success at IEO 2022

International Economics Olympiad (IEO) is an annual competition for high school students that intends to stimulate their interest in the field of economics, business, and finance through a creative problem-solving approach. This year, more than 200 students from 43 teams participated in the prestigious event.
19 September 2022, 18:00 PM
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'Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan: Le messager du qawwali' launched at AFD

“I deeply admire Mr Khan for his glorious contribution to the music industry. Despite all the cultural differences, his songs resonate with everyone. I remember being mesmerised after witnessing his magic for the first time back home", shared author Dr Pierre-Alain Baud.
17 September 2022, 07:54 AM
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A new reader’s guide to Agatha Christie’s world of crime

Published in 1920, this was Christie’s debut novel that introduced readers to her unconventional detective, Poirot.
16 September 2022, 16:09 PM
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Team Bangladesh shines at IMDO 2022

The International Medicine and Disease Olympiad (IMDO) is a global medical and disease knowledge/problem solving competition for high school students. The IMDO recognises the best high school problem solvers, who are interested in medicine, in order to boost their fascination towards the field.
5 September 2022, 18:00 PM
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Darlings: Bollywood’s attempt at dark humour

Described as a dark comedy-drama, ''Darlings'' follows the tale of a mother-daughter duo as they struggle to find their place in Mumbai—seeking bravery and love in unusual situations, all the while overcoming a myriad of obstacles.
14 August 2022, 08:19 AM
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Bangladesh wins bronze at International Mathematics Olympiad

The International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) is a global mathematics competition for high school students across the world. The problems posed to participants are based on basic concepts of algebra, combinatorics, geometry, and number theory.
8 August 2022, 18:00 PM
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Psycure: Making mental healthcare more affordable and accessible

Founded by Murad Ansary, Psycure is a one-stop digital platform working towards destigmatising mental healthcare and providing holistic services for mental health and well-being.
8 August 2022, 18:00 PM
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Book news: ‘Banglar Rock Metal’ charts history of Bangla band music

The “Bangladeshi rock band encyclopaedia” is authored by music journalists Milu Aman and Haque Faruk, depicting the chronological history of 180 music bands in the country.
7 August 2022, 09:46 AM
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eBLAZE wins at Farmcraft 2022

EMK Center’s eBLAZE, is an American Space eSports club in Bangladesh.
4 July 2022, 18:00 PM
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The youth steps forward for flood relief

Recent floods have had catastrophic effects on the lives of many people across the country, causing a severe insufficiency of resources, along with the increase of waterborne diseases such as dengue.
4 July 2022, 18:00 PM
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Eight changemakers from Bangladesh honoured at 2022 Diana Awards

This year, eight young changemakers from Bangladesh received the award, following a virtual ceremony on July 1, 2022.
1 July 2022, 15:27 PM
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The youth steps forward for flood relief

Recent floods have had catastrophic effects on the lives of many people across the country, causing a severe insufficiency of resources, along with the increase of waterborne diseases such as dengue. In response to this situation, several youth-based organisations started working to provide relief and support to the communities battling this crisis. We talked to the teams of some of the organisations to getter idea of the current landscape.
29 June 2022, 14:40 PM
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Sabyasachi Hazra’s unique perspective on Bangla typography

The exhibition ends today (June 25) at 9 pm BST.
25 June 2022, 08:29 AM

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