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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.

The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

The cultural reinvention of Pahela Baishakh

14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
What is now one of the most widely celebrated cultural events across Bangladesh actually started as an administrative solution, and its transformation over the centuries offers a surprisingly layered look at how traditions evolve.
14 April 2026, 11:27 AM
Webcams

Webcams for your online class setup: our picks

13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
From affordable entry-level devices to more advanced options with specialised features, here is a wide range of webcams to choose from for your online class needs.
13 April 2026, 16:41 PM
Learning from execution

Next Step / How we learn from work and what we often miss

8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
The idea of “learning from execution” challenges the tendency to treat results as self-explanatory and argues that without deliberate analysis, both success and failure can mislead.
8 April 2026, 13:22 PM
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Understanding the science, salience, and surge of ‘Project Hail Mary’

5 April 2026, 17:14 PM
The theatrical experience has been under quiet negotiation for years, reshaped by streaming, shrinking attention spans, and an industry increasingly inclined to design films for quick consumption rather than sustained engagement. Into this landscape arrives “Project Hail Mary”, a film that feels almost defiant in how fully it leans into what cinema can achieve when it assumes the audience is actually watching.
5 April 2026, 17:14 PM
Casting, controversy and cultural memory in the age of adaptations

Casting, controversy and cultural memory in the age of adaptations

3 April 2026, 15:34 PM
A visible portion, however, reveals something more uncomfortable: how quickly aesthetic preference can blur into racial bias when long-held images are challenged.
3 April 2026, 15:34 PM
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How World Cup anthems became a global phenomenon

2 April 2026, 09:07 AM
The FIFA World Cup has always extended beyond the ninety minutes on the pitch. It operates as a cultural convergence point where identity, commerce, and memory intersect. Within that ecosystem, music plays a precise role: it frames the tournament, translates its energy across borders, and leaves behind an auditory record that often outlives the matches themselves.
2 April 2026, 09:07 AM
Eid gifts

Here are 7 gadget gift ideas for this Eid

17 March 2026, 15:37 PM
From devices that encourage reading and creativity to gadgets that improve productivity, entertainment, or health awareness, the right tech gift can remain useful long after the festivities end.
17 March 2026, 15:37 PM
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The spin-off age: How supporting characters now lead the narrative

10 March 2026, 14:44 PM
For most of film and television history, supporting characters existed with a clear narrative function: assist the protagonist, provide comic relief, move the plot forward, and quietly exit when the hero’s journey took centre stage. They were memorable, sometimes even beloved, but rarely powerful enough to reshape the story’s structure. Yet the modern entertainment landscape, particularly in the age of sprawling franchises and long-form streaming series, has begun to shift that balance.
10 March 2026, 14:44 PM
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Gousul Alam Shaon discusses ways to unlock creativity

The ongoing pandemic has affected our lives in innumerable ways, isolating us from various social practices.
5 November 2020, 18:00 PM
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Team Bangladesh shines at GeCCA 2020

This year, the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA), was cancelled and the organisers came up with the Global e-Competition on Astronomy and Astrophysics (GeCAA).
1 November 2020, 18:00 PM
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Building secure futures for underprivileged children

Khukumoni Foundation, established by Mansur Rahman in 2016, intends to ensure better and secure childhoods for underprivileged kids. Mansur, a graduate from Jagannath University, was inspired to start the organisation after he met a child outside his campus.
22 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Young filmmakers shine at WOW festival 2020

Women of the World (WOW) is a global festival that celebrates women and girls by acknowledging the barriers they have to overcome.
22 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Yearning Aches Foundation advocates for food safety and sustainable development

Founded by Mahmud Hossain Amin, a student of Dhaka Residential Model College, Yearning Aches Foundation is a youth organisation that works to build a better society, by eradicating social problems.
15 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Enabling girls through mapping and leadership skills

YouthMappers is a network of universities which provides students with the opportunity to learn mapping skills, develop leadership experiences and create new geospatial data for development projects in places that are vulnerable to natural and social disasters.
10 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Healing through stories and acceptance

Oroddho Health is a youth-based peer support platform, founded by Awsaf Karim in 2019. It works to raise awareness regarding mental health issues, and is dedicated towards providing free counselling services through its Facebook page and group.
10 October 2020, 14:18 PM
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InclusionX connects students to psychiatrists

InclusionX is a social organisation that intends to support people with mental and physical disabilities.
9 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Nandita Suraksha: Enabling women and children across the country

Nandita Suraksha started their journey in April 2019 as a non-profit voluntary organisation, with an aim to support underprivileged women and children across the country.
8 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Six Bangladeshi teens win accolades at IMO 2020

International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) is a contest for high school students across the world. The questions are based on algebra, pre-calculus, projective and complex geometry, functional equations, combinatorics, and number theory.
7 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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YPF’s governance apprenticeship programme connects political leaders to young researchers

Youth Policy Forum (YPF) is a platform that creates constructive policy discourse between young students, professionals, and nation-builders.
4 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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A school on wheels turning around lives

It’s Humanity Foundation (IHF), a social welfare organisation, aims to build opportunities for disadvantaged communities.
1 October 2020, 18:00 PM
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Wander Woman launches website and travel magazine at their virtual third anniversary celebrations

Wander Woman, a community for female travellers, connects and inspires people by arranging regular trips across the globe. The founder, Sabira Mehrin, was one of the winners of the 2020 Diana Award. Their virtual anniversary celebrations concluded on September 21.
26 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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From pages to screen

As our schedules are getting more and more hectic whilst working from home and attending online classes, a good way to relax is to binge-watch some films and shows on Netflix.
25 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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LPH Foundation hosts webinar on mental and emotional health in Bangladesh with young panelists

Love Peace Harmony Foundation (LPH) is a global organisation working closely with various socio-economic issues. It believes in the power of meditation and harmony while connecting to people through the art of story-telling. Their recent event, Awaken the Compassionate Heart Bangladesh, was a webinar hosted by Venier Wong, Global Co-Director, LPH.
22 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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Enabling underprivileged communities through education and employment opportunities

AIM Initiative Foundation is a youth-led social organisation working to improve the lives of underprivileged children since 2016. The organisation primarily intends to eradicate poverty through education, skill development programmes and healthcare facilities for these children.
17 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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Ashia Foundation reaches out to people in need

Talha conceived the idea for the foundation after he came across some underprivileged kids playing with kittens on the streets.
10 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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Ensuring youth involvement in community development

Nishonkoch Foundation started their journey in December 2016. They strive to ensure youth involvement in social development and accessibility to quality education.
3 September 2020, 18:00 PM
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Practicing self-care during a pandemic

Coping with a public health emergency can be stressful, as people try to manage the uncertainty about the future. However, there are steps you can take to build your wellness.
15 August 2020, 18:00 PM
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Things to do before you start bookstagramming

Bookstagram, a hashtag on Instagram, has built a community with 46 million posts about books today. In the past few years, Bangladeshi bookstagrammers have been thriving.
14 August 2020, 18:00 PM

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