India rejects visa applications: Aspirations of IUT, RUET rover teams crushed

IUT, RUET rover teams were ready to shine, but their dreams were shattered by mass Indian visa rejections.
3 February 2025, 13:14 PM

Pokémon TCG Pocket: A simplified spin on a beloved classic

Within just two days of its global launch, the game amassed over 10 million downloads.
30 January 2025, 13:02 PM

14-year-old Jasmine escapes child marriage, stands first in her class

At the age of 13, while she was still in grade eight, Jasmine was about to be married off by her mother and stepfather.
29 January 2025, 13:29 PM

Nosferatu: A riveting depiction of gothic horror and Victorian tragedy

Nosferatu is akin to a looking glass, allowing the viewer to peer into a nocturnal world, where even daytime scenes appear moonlit, as is befitting of a gothic horror.
26 January 2025, 14:04 PM

The hurdles of the course advising process and the plans that falter

The process of course advising has become a major source of stress and frustration.
26 January 2025, 13:58 PM

Moving out, for all its challenges, can be liberating

Living on your own can be empowering, but it also comes with its fair share of emotional hurdles.
26 January 2025, 04:00 AM

IUB, SUST qualify for international AUV competition

The teams have qualified for the Singapore AUV Challenge 2025 (SAUVC 2025).
25 January 2025, 09:30 AM

University teachers are struggling with their mental health – Here's why

While their noble profession is possibly one of the most reputable one there is, the educational system in many ways, fails to accommodate their needs, which ultimately takes a toll on their mental health.
23 January 2025, 03:00 AM

Navigating the AI revolution: Opportunities and challenges in Bangladesh

What remains to be seen is whether or not we can make full use of its potential.
16 January 2025, 11:22 AM

Sonic the Hedgehog 3: Racing ahead, but tripping along the way

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a solid popcorn flick that delivers what fans have come to expect.
14 January 2025, 08:30 AM

Silent Hill 2 remake: A love letter to an already perfect game

Silent Hill 2 is a fruitful amalgamation of powerful, atmospheric storytelling and entertaining puzzles and riddles.
9 January 2025, 11:40 AM

The state of law and order has left daily commuters distressed

In a city where survival has taken the place of living, the loss of trust in law enforcement isn’t just personal—it’s a crack in the foundation of society.
9 January 2025, 09:18 AM

Dhaka 'least desirable' student city: QS

Out of 100, Dhaka scored 9.4 in the desirability factor – the lowest in the list – making it one of the least desirable student cities in the list.
1 January 2025, 11:44 AM

Sustenance, soaring prices, and struggling students

For many students on a tight budget, meals become purely practical, devoid of any consideration for nutrition or quality.
19 December 2024, 05:00 AM

GNX: Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album is overflowing with a West Coast sound

From the aftermath of what was perhaps one of hip-hop’s biggest rap feuds (against Drake, no less), Kendrick Lamar has released his newest project. The biggest question is: Is it any good?
16 December 2024, 06:00 AM

The Daily Star and UNDP organise Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge 2024

The Cyber Defence Innovation Challenge (CDIC) was a multi-phase competition encouraging creative approaches to cyber safety.
12 December 2024, 05:38 AM

The Daily Star partners with UNDP for a safer cyberspace

The campaign sought to tackle the vulnerabilities arising from Bangladesh’s rapid digital transformation.
12 December 2024, 05:23 AM

From MIST to MIT: The journey of Akib Zaman

Campus sat down for a virtual interview with Akib where he shared more about his experiences, research, and insights.
11 December 2024, 12:22 PM
8 December 2024, 11:30 AM

A master procrastinator’s guide on how not to procrastinate

Procrastinating may be a guilty pleasure or even a coping mechanism for many of us. However, it is undeniable that the guilt of procrastination devours us from within and is detrimental to our mental well-being. If so, how exactly can we untangle ourselves from its sticky threads?
7 December 2024, 09:48 AM