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Tiny Pauses, Big Impact

Imagine this: you’re sitting at your desk in Dhaka, battling deadlines, answering non-stop emails, and sipping your third cup of cha. It’s just 2 PM, but you already feel drained. Sound familiar?…

The Microplastic Menace

Let’s talk about something small that’s causing big trouble: microplastics. Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5mm. They are everywhere: in our rivers, fish, food, drinking water, and even in the air.…

Strategic Selflessness

Eid-ul-Adha reminds us of Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice what was most beloved for a higher purpose. This act of selflessness, obedience, and unwavering faith continues to inspire millions around the world…

Breaking Free

Drug addiction stands today as one of the most urgent public health challenges worldwide. In Bangladesh, the problem is especially dire. With its location between major drug-producing regions, the country is both…

Thunderclaps in the Streets

In an era when authoritarianism, religious extremism, and patriarchal norms are increasingly weaponised against the most vulnerable, Moitree Jatra – the Women’s March – emerged as a collective, defiant cry for justice…

Glitz, Glamour, and Grit

For Aklima Atika Konika, Bangladesh’s representative at Miss World 2025, it all began with a surprising, last-minute call. With the 72nd edition of the prestigious pageant looming and a demanding international timeline,…

Green Goals

If looking out over the concrete landscape of Dhaka leaves you feeling hot and bothered and not in a good way, you’re not alone. According to a study jointly conducted by researchers…

Reading the Riptide

In a world increasingly marked by climate change, environmental degradation, and the urgent call for sustainability, literature has become both a mirror and a map. From the wildfires that nearly destroyed Los…

Mohsina Akhter’s Second Act

For over a decade and a half, Mohsina Akhter has been a formidable force in Bangladeshi theatre, dedicating her very essence to the stage, its narratives, and its craft. While her world…

An Almost-friendship

A slow, subtle film that deeply resonates, Jaya ar Sharmin draws its audience into a profound exploration of human connection against the backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic. Shot over a 15-day period with…

Reclaiming Our City

When walking out the door, your senses are probably immediately overwhelmed, as if under attack. The sound of horns and constructions leave you with a ringing in your ears. The smell of…

Abbu

I lost my father when I was one year old. To me, the word ‘abbu’ belonged on the lips of every other kid. Abbu, baba and dad were characters in movies that…

Soul Behind the Stitch

Against the backdrop of fashion’s ever-changing tides, a fresh new brand has appeared, drawing strength from its cultural heritage while always looking forward to what’s next. Rasnila, which officially launched on May…

Gone But Not Forgotten

A review of Walter Salles’s masterpiece ‘I’m Still Here.’ At this year’s Academy Awards, while it was Sean Baker’s Anora which took home the Best Picture prize, it is Brazilian director Walter…

The Power of Listening

Recently, there has been a lot of talk about the importance of speaking up, sharing our opinions, and being more vocal. We often overlook something equally important, which is listening. Real, patient,…

More Than Skin Deep

  In Dhaka, a city where modernity and tradition coexist in a bustling landscape, Monowara Chowdhury is a compelling force, leading the flourishing Wellness and Growth Hub by Moon. With two established…

Designer in the Detail

From the spotlight to the atelier, Anilla Tanjum is carving a unique niche in Dhaka’s ever-evolving fashion landscape. By profession an actress, Tanjum embarked on a parallel journey in 2017, giving rise…

The Progress Paradox

  Mother’s Day in Bangladesh often feels less about genuinely honouring mothers, and more like a superficial gesture for those caught between acknowledging their mother and truly respecting her as a person.…

Fragments of Being

Munem Wasif’s solo exhibition, ‘Kromosho,’ at Bengal Shilpalay (April 18 – May 31, 2025), presented by the Bengal Arts Programme, offers a multifaceted exploration of time, memory, and Dhaka’s evolving urban landscape.…

Designed for Tomorrow

    Milan Design Week, a key event for the global design community, played host to the introduction of Fico, a new high-end furniture brand originating from ISHO, a prominent design house…