Expectations of non-resident Bangladeshis from the 2026 democratic government
Bangladesh witnessed some extraordinary times just over a year ago. Nineteen months after the mass uprising of July 2024, the national election is expected to be held in February 2026.
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
18 January 2026, 00:00 AM
#Perspective / Essential places in the US where Non-Resident Bangladeshis feel truly home
Non-resident Bangladeshis combat homesickness in the US by visiting Queens, NYC (Jamaica and Jackson Heights), neighborhoods that authentically mimic Dhaka life. These areas offer popular Bengali food, like fuchka from Tong, and grocery stores selling frozen Bangladeshi curries, connecting the diaspora to their culinary and cultural roots.
11 December 2025, 11:06 AM
11 December 2025, 11:06 AM
#Perspective / Lying about your age in Bangladesh? You’re not alone, we all do it!
Bangladesh’s habit of altering birthdates fuels lifelong confusion in education, jobs, healthcare, and legal rights, normalising dishonesty. False ages delay medical tests, limit opportunities, and create a cycle where inaccurate DOBs shape identity and records.
4 December 2025, 09:50 AM
4 December 2025, 09:50 AM
Why teaching kids about money is more important than ever
Financial literacy is crucial for personal well-being, yet often overlooked in many cultures, including Bangladesh. Teaching children about money management from a young age — through practical experiences like shopping and banking — can help them make informed decisions and avoid financial pitfalls later in life.
6 November 2025, 10:35 AM
6 November 2025, 10:35 AM
#Perspective / How digital life is killing our love for reading
Reading for pleasure is in steep decline, replaced by short-form digital content and nonstop screen time. This shift affects attention spans and cognitive health. Reviving reading habits can help prevent brain fog and long-term cognitive decline.
16 October 2025, 11:29 AM
16 October 2025, 11:29 AM
#Perspective / Voting rights should be taught in Bangladesh schools – here’s why
Voting is a powerful right and privilege. After becoming a US citizen in 2017, I voted for the first time in 2018, feeling empowered. I now advocate for teaching children about democracy and voting rights to build informed citizens.
23 September 2025, 07:26 AM
23 September 2025, 07:26 AM
Flying 19 hours non-stop: Can you handle the world’s longest flight?
The world’s longest commercial flight from New York to Singapore, spans 19 hours nonstop. Spacious seating, premium service, curated meals, skincare essentials, and thoughtful preparation transform this ultra-long-haul journey into an unforgettable, comfortable travel experience.
31 August 2025, 10:50 AM
31 August 2025, 10:50 AM
Air travel with children: A parent’s guide to stress-free flights
Travelling with children becomes easier as they grow, with unique challenges at each stage. For infants, manage ear pain with milk during takeoff/landing, while toddlers need snacks, entertainment, and comfort items. Older kids can enjoy books, games, and in-flight entertainment.
16 June 2025, 08:31 AM
16 June 2025, 08:31 AM
Faithful to the Oath
While so many of us are at home to ‘flatten the curve,’ or in other words, to reduce the spread of COVID-19, our healthcare professionals are fighting long, gruelling hours on the front lines.
13 July 2020, 18:00 PM
A small step to self-sufficiency
This COVID-19 lockdown has seen so many firsts. It has seen the birth of many gardeners, chefs, bakers, painters, singers, dancers, comedians, and even, hairdressers.
6 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Childhood unplugged
She collects all sorts of things for her crafts. These things range anywhere from bottle caps, egg cartons, cereal boxes, Styrofoam to ribbons, empty cans and cosmetic containers, old T-shirts and paper towel rolls. My 7-year-old daughter has taught me that you can make a new “something” out of (almost) anything.
1 June 2020, 18:00 PM
Zakat leading to Helper’s High
Have you ever experienced an intense feeling of happiness washing over you after performing an act of kindness? If yes, then you are one of those who have felt what psychologists call the Helper’s High, an uplifting feeling that helps the mind, body, and spirit.
18 May 2020, 18:00 PM
Children, distance-learning, and COVID-19
“When can I go back to school?” asked my daughter.
20 April 2020, 18:00 PM
The US, us and the virus
I have always followed good hygiene practices, or so I thought. However, after the World Health Organization began to share proper hand-washing techniques following the coronavirus outbreak, I realised that I seldom washed my hands for at least 20 seconds, and a lot of times, skipped the backs of my hands.
23 March 2020, 18:00 PM
In the belly of the Earth
Picture yourself standing in half-darkness amid naturally-forming calcite columns, cascades, stalactites and stalagmites sixteen storeys under the surface of the Earth. It is eerily beautiful down there.
2 March 2020, 18:00 PM
All for natural fabrics
You probably have a favourite cotton T-shirt or a dress that you have worn for years. I certainly do. I have cotton T-shirts that are six or seven years old,
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM
Marriage Story
Starring Scarlett Johansson as an actress called Nicole, and Adam Driver as a theatre director called Charlie, Marriage Story was released digitally by Netflix on 6 December, 2019. We see in this critically-acclaimed film that a divorce does not mean that two parties must part ways, loathing each other for the rest of their lives.
27 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Reasons to love the holiday season
In the West, ‘it’s the most wonderful time of the year’, because the holiday season is just around the corner.
20 January 2020, 18:00 PM
A getaway to Cape May
To those who reside in the US, summertime is synonymous to beach vacation, and a beach getaway is something Americans look forward to every summer. This year, we explored the historic Cape May, New Jersey, which has some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM
What’s in your handbag?
Women and handbags go hand in hand. Have you ever spotted a woman without one? Perhaps not. We women carry tonnes of things in our handbags on any given day.
4 November 2019, 18:00 PM
It’s lovely in London!
A week in London is not enough to fully explore the historic city, which stands on the River Thames and enchants visitors from every corner of the world.
30 September 2019, 18:00 PM
A 5-minute break for your well-being
To enjoy this 5-minute vacation, the first thing you need to do is disconnect yourself from the outside world. Not completely, of course, just switch off or silence your cell phone for 5 minutes, so that a ping or a flash on the screen does not distract you.
2 September 2019, 18:00 PM
The crime of tardiness
Have you ever waited for a friend or an acquaintance so long that you fell asleep?
26 August 2019, 18:00 PM
Francophone Montréal
It’s the second-largest francophone city in the world after Paris; it’s a slice of Europe in North America. It’s Montréal!
The second-most populous city in Canada, Montréal is in the Québec province. Montréal, which means Mount Royal in English, is a city that bustles with tourists during the summer months.
19 August 2019, 18:00 PM
When to throw your makeup
Everything has an expiration date, even makeup. Although we do not always realise this, but use of expired makeup can have harmful effects on our skin. When I was younger, I was under the impression that I could keep my makeup forever. After all, I spent so much money on them!
1 July 2019, 18:00 PM
If we could read minds
Imagine a world where everyone could read everyone's mind. Wouldn't that be scary? But it would also help keep our ugly thoughts at bay, and be more honest with the people in our lives.
11 March 2019, 18:00 PM
I read before I eat
It started out of curiosity, but soon turned into a rule of my grocery shopping -- I read the nutrition labels on foods before buying them.
14 January 2019, 18:00 PM
How credit cards made life easier for me
Keeping track of banknotes in the wallet may seem painless to many, but I have always been bad at handling cash. When I lived in Dhaka, I used cash a lot, because 10 years ago, credit cards were not as widely used as they are today.
7 January 2019, 18:00 PM