Bangladesh

Do we overly romanticise drinking tea?

It's no secret that we Bangladeshis love our tea.
1 May 2023, 15:49 PM

The harsh reality of minors debuting as singers

The deeper I delved into this realm of child singers and teenage celebrities, the more I learnt to fear it.
30 April 2023, 16:50 PM

The problem with overusing CGI in movies

Special effects can be necessary but there is a certain line between using them the right amount and overusing them.
27 April 2023, 15:00 PM

Are there any lessons for Bangladesh in Ashoka Mody's ‘India Is Broken’?

Both countries have had a single-minded focus on GDP growth, with not enough attention to jobs, climate, the distribution effects and the destructive impact of crony capitalism.
25 April 2023, 14:00 PM

Man who has never entered kitchen complains about food on Eid

Mr Gordov was saying how his wife's hours of effort in the kitchen in this scorching heat just couldn’t live up to his outrageous expectations as a Bangladeshi male.
23 April 2023, 17:00 PM

How to dodge intrusive questions from relatives this Eid

It's not uncommon in our culture for relatives to inquire about your employment status, marriage plans, and even your weight.
23 April 2023, 15:00 PM

U-17 girls waiting to prove as they leave for AFC qualifiers in Singapore

The players like Ruma Akter, Souravi Akanda Prity, Trishna Rani, Joynab Bibi, Kanon Rani, Sanggita Rani, Puja Das and  Nusrat Jahan Ritu may not be the familiars yet like Sabina Khatun, Maria Manda, Krishna Rani, Monika Chakma, Ritu Porna Chakma, Sirat Jahan Swapna but the budding footballers are waiting to prove them in upcoming the AFC U-17 Women's Asia Cup Qualifiers, starting from April 26 in Singapore.
23 April 2023, 11:31 AM

5 lightweight books for your hometown commute this Eid

An enjoyable read, easy to carry, can be a good companion to improve the travel experience
20 April 2023, 00:50 AM

University instructors need to do better as teachers

As a struggling university student, having to deal with a poor instructor is my worst nightmare.
20 April 2023, 00:00 AM

A guide to buying your first guitar

Though the idea of worth maybe subjective, it’s wise to have a clear picture of what you want beforehand to steer clear of future regrets.
20 April 2023, 00:00 AM

Discovering Contemporary Poetry Beyond Social Media

For me, poetry has forever been an elusive passion.
19 April 2023, 17:00 PM

IVE skydive into stardom with first studio album

IVE’s album is definitely an exciting release which deserves the hype it’s receiving.
15 April 2023, 17:00 PM

The great Padma story

Shorn of its sacred grandeur the Padma has embraced its secularised and earthier image with some muscularity, audacity and flair.
13 April 2023, 07:47 AM

Why you should make small changes to your room

Even if we are well-adjusted with our rooms, a few changes here and there can help to break the monotony.
13 April 2023, 00:00 AM

A guide to buying panjabis this festive season

An ideal panjabi needs to tick three boxes: it should fit well, the material should be comfortable enough, and it should come in colours and designs you like.
13 April 2023, 00:00 AM

A beginner’s guide to preparing for the SAT

When it comes to preparing for the SAT, everyone has their own personalised approach
11 April 2023, 00:00 AM

Tigers to conduct training camp in Sylhet before travelling to UK

Bangladesh team will conduct a short training camp in Sylhet before departing for the United Kingdom for the three-match ODI series against Ireland, informed Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) cricket operations committee chairman Jalal Yunus on Monday. 
10 April 2023, 10:50 AM

I trained my algorithm like Jackie Chan to show me important cat photos

I had decided my algorithm required some tough love if we were to get along.
9 April 2023, 17:10 PM

Liton expects same support from fans in India

Bangladesh batter Liton Das said that he expects to get the same support from fans across the border as he gets at home as the right-handed batter left for India to play for Indian Premier League side Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.
9 April 2023, 13:47 PM

10 Hindi films approved for import, ‘Pathaan’ coming soon

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will soon be giving permission to import 10 Hindi films this year. Next year, in 2024, around eight Hindi films will be released. Multiple sources have confirmed the news to The Daily Star. The ministry will issue a notice in this regard within a day or two.
9 April 2023, 13:33 PM