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How BRACU’s drone team – RaptorX – conducted relief operations in Feni

BRACU RaptorX, a drone team from BRAC University (BRACU) has successfully completed its mission of delivering relief materials like medicines, sanitary napkins, and dry food items to several remote flood-affected areas in Feni.
19 September 2024, 12:06 PM

Ultraman: Rising is a fresh rendition of a classic superhero franchise

Ultraman: Rising’s success lies in its ability to take a “superhero vs monster” setting and turn it into a tale of parenthood and growth.
19 September 2024, 10:21 AM

Calm amidst the chaos: Book and study cafes in the capital

From classes to coaching and then back to many of our boisterous families, students may struggle to find a place of quiet to rest or self-study in peace. However, the collective struggle of the student population has given rise to multitudes of reading/study cafes around the city where you can go to catch your breath.
19 September 2024, 10:16 AM

Is International Relations the right major for you?

IR dives into the fascinating world of diplomacy, global conflict resolution, and international cooperation, offering you the tools to understand how countries interact and make decisions that impact the world. That being said, is this major the right fit for you?
19 September 2024, 09:58 AM

Computer Science and Engineering or Software Engineering: Which major should you go for?

Despite the rudimentary similarities between CSE and SWE, the differences start to show at a higher level. SWE focuses more on software, basically the applied side of Computer Science. As such, rather than focusing on theoretical parts as much as CSE majors do, SWE majors focus on the practical side.
19 September 2024, 09:46 AM

205 Bangladeshis listed in latest Stanford/Elsevier's Top 2% Scientist Rankings

The Stanford/Elsevier's Top 2% Scientist Rankings lists the world's leading researchers.
18 September 2024, 12:39 PM

MIST’s Saraf Nawer wins world's largest student architecture competition

MIST's Saraf Nawer wins Inspireli Awards 2024 in architecture.
16 September 2024, 10:00 AM

A beginner’s guide to finding and applying for jobs on LinkedIn

Job hunting on LinkedIn can feel tiring and occasionally pointless but knowing how to efficiently look for and apply to jobs can help you make the most of this platform for your professional goals.
15 September 2024, 10:25 AM

The dark underbelly of student politics in medical colleges

Most medical colleges have recently banned politics on campus, while others are in the process of doing so. However, the pressing question remains: can we truly safeguard the student community from such continued brutality?
14 September 2024, 13:55 PM

Can we break free from the brain drain cycle?

Thousands of students and skilled professionals across Bangladesh face the dilemma of having to choose between staying in their homeland with little prospect for advancement or seeking alternatives abroad. The systemic challenges they encounter are indicative of deeper issues within Bangladesh's socio-economic condition.
14 September 2024, 13:46 PM

From Bangladesh to Silicon Valley: The Draper University Experience

Bangladeshi entrepreneur graduates from Draper University.
12 September 2024, 07:54 AM
12 September 2024, 04:00 AM

Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar appointed as Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University

BRAC University has announced the appointment of Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar as its new Vice-Chancellor, effective from Sep 11, 2024.
11 September 2024, 10:31 AM

AIUBian Europe Meetup 2024 held in Frankfurt, Germany

The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) European Alumni Meet 2024 was held in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 7, bringing together alumni from across Europe who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. 
9 September 2024, 09:58 AM

Prof. Dr Md Ashraful Hoque new VC of AUST

Prof. Dr Md Ashraful Hoque, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Islamic University of Technology (IUT), joined Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) as its Vice-Chancellor on September 5. 
9 September 2024, 09:46 AM

A new Linkin Park and an exciting new chapter for the band

Linkin Park returns with new vocalist Emily Armstrong.
7 September 2024, 06:41 AM

How to have the “money conversation” with your parents when applying abroad

Plan financially before studying abroad to avoid costly risks.
7 September 2024, 05:00 AM

Workplace bullying and the need for change

Workplace bullying in Bangladesh: a silent crisis affecting many.
7 September 2024, 04:00 AM

The sound of resistance: Songs that came out during the student movement

Some of our country’s talented musicians courageously stood up against the previous regime and violence on peaceful student protestors during the quota reform movement. These are some tracks that were released in the past month to fuel the rage and stand in solidarity with students.
5 September 2024, 00:00 AM

Reassessing the misconceptions around open-book exams

Open-book exams are often undermined because of the misunderstandings surrounding them.
5 September 2024, 00:00 AM