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…

Sunehra Tasnim signed as Organikaon’s brand ambassador

Organikaon, a leading Bangladeshi skincare brand, announced the signing of the actress and youth icon, Sunehra Tasnim, as its brand ambassador. The exclusive signing event took place on 21 June 2025 in…

Crowned By Purpose

Emerging from the dazzling global spotlight of Miss World 2025, Aklima Atika Konika recently returned to a heartfelt welcome in Dhaka, sharing her extraordinary journey in a press session that resonated with…