Time for a comprehensive law to regulate unhealthy foods
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We need smarter networks for a more connected Bangladesh
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The UPL incident shows how to ban a book without banning it
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Rape culture and the ordinary men who sustain it
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Bangladesh needs to reform its trade policy to boost exports
1 October 2026
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International Day of Older Persons / The elderly deserve dignity, not just care or support
1 October 2026
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The Radda attack shows the dangers of rising parallel power
1 October 2026
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Time to fix the anthrax vaccination strategy
1 October 2026
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How can we become technology creators, not just users?
30 September 2026
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Why cheaper credit is not enough to spur private investment
30 September 2026
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What's causing the unrest among factory workers?
Kalpona Akter, labour rights activist and president of Bangladesh Garment and Industrial Workers Federation, talks to The Daily Star.
3 November 2024
We must remain alert to conspiracies
The July-August uprising cannot afford to falter in the face of an entrenched opposition within political parties.
3 November 2024
Price hike by business syndicate: Myth or reality?
Price hikes in Bangladesh are often blamed on syndicates, but the real cause is more complex.
2 November 2024
Road to Mugda Medical College in deplorable condition
To maintain the quality of healthcare being provided at Mugda Medical College and Hospital, quick steps should be taken to repair the road to a usable condition.
2 November 2024
COP29 and the stakes for Bangladesh
The distribution of benefits is unequal between buyers and sellers.
2 November 2024
A moment for self-reflection
Journalists today must be both defenders of truth and advocates for change within the profession and in the wider society.
2 November 2024
Jack and the Beanstalk revisited
We laugh, but deep down, there is a hidden admiration and approval for such deception. Is there any connection between our folkloric fascination with trickery and our public endorsement of such behaviour by our leaders?
2 November 2024
Winning the second SAFF Women's Championship: Footsteps to the future
This victory comes at a critical time as Bangladesh undergoes a political and systemic reform.
1 November 2024
Addressing mental health challenges in the modern workplace
It’s time for businesses to act decisively, transforming mental health from an afterthought into a core aspect of workplace culture.
1 November 2024
Will BJP’s infiltration pitch in Bengal and Assam pay off?
Infiltration from India’s border with Bangladesh has become a key component of Bharatiya Janata Party’s strategy for state assembly elections.
1 November 2024
The government must focus on urgent issues
To prevent a return to authoritarianism or fascism, strengthening democratic processes is crucial.
1 November 2024
Of rivers and people
The present leadership must prioritise the development of these two assets of Bangladesh for a sustainable and prosperous future.
31 October 2024
Before I answer, what exactly is the 'Palestine question'?
In this Land of the Free and Home of the Brave, money is Supreme Court-sanctioned free speech, but criticism of Israel isn’t.
31 October 2024
The breast cancer fight needs affordable and accessible care
The month of October offers the opportunity to commemorate the fight against breast cancer.
31 October 2024
Bangladesh and the UN’s 50 years of partnership
Engaging young people and giving voice to their aspirations has long been a priority for the UN.
31 October 2024
World Cities Day 2024: Cities should be for people, not cars
It is time to greatly restrict the use of private motorised vehicles and make our cities more liveable.
31 October 2024
An effective credit rating system could be a real game-changer
A credit bureau can enhance transparency by tracking borrower data in real time, reducing the potential for misreporting.
31 October 2024
The challenges the film certification board faces
Hopeful outcomes from the new establishment will take months or years of work, research and the final formation of the act and its accompanying set of rules.
31 October 2024
Vini, Vidi, Rodri: The Ballon d’Or conundrum
Frankly, Rodri’s name was not a common pick among fans this year.
30 October 2024
We need to protect depositors from bank boardroom misuse
Having a well-balanced and accountable board is paramount, especially as a bank holds and manages the funds of depositors.
30 October 2024