In the last episode of life, the most senior member of a family often becomes a ghost in their own home. Yet, the stable ground we stand on today was built entirely on the sweat, sacrifices, and unconditional love of these very people. Why, then, are they increasingly being pushed to the margins of
For decades, the standard formula for a Bangladeshi vacation was predictable. It involved packing heavy suitcases, booking long-distance train or bus tickets, and heading off to Cox's Bazar, Sylhet, or to any relative's place for a week-long family stay. But look at people's travel habits today, a
FIFA 26 just kicked off, and the Bangladeshi football enthusiast is going crazy about it. Things started slowly, finally picking up as more and more people got involved in the World Cup. The country may not be part of the tournament, but Bangladeshi football fans' passion is hard to miss. From bus
Emojis, memes, and other short-form content have become central to our day-to-day digital conversations. Yet, a seemingly innocent staple, the humble thumbs-up, also known as the 'like' emoji, is subtly being rejected by a significant portion of the younger generation. If you have ever received a
Eid al-Azha offers an opportunity to demonstrate the ability to sacrifice the dearest pleasures for the sake of Allah, symbolically through domestic animals. While Qurbani is a significant part of our culture, proper waste management during the festival should be ensured to prevent odour and other
'My cow is big, 'No, no, mine is bigger!'- these conversations are pretty laughable, right? This is a regular scenario in the streets of cities and towns, which shall rather be filled with sacrificial tunes. Instead, an unhealthy competition to buy more expensive and healthier animals exists betwee
The holy Eid-ul-Azha is knocking on the door. The excitement of returning home grips millions of us. Families are busy making plans, saving money, and preparing to share blessings with loved ones. Yet, beneath this festive joy lies a chilling question: Are we personally aware of, and truly prepared
Promise, you'll always be my friend, a phrase that is too subtle to ask for a lifelong commitment? Yes, female friendships during childhood used to be that much simple. Stardust, pink blush, and lots of love: the aesthetics of female friendships spring from the tender hearts of little girls who mak
Many people view dogs simply as household companions. In Bangladesh, though, it is considered more acceptable as a pet in urban households. Still, people's love for street dogs is no less. They are fed, taken care of, and provided with shelters as well. Scientific research suggests that living with
If we talk about hundreds of years ago, when people used to feel the pressure of workload, or if the changes in relationships could affect people like they do today? Healthy lifestyle, burnout, and healing are today's concepts; have people used them in the past? If yes, how and what did they do? Wa
The phrase 'men should apologise for being men' is a slogan that has gained traction in contemporary social and political discourse. At its surface, it appears to be a direct demand for an apology based on gender. However, in reality, it functions as a symbolic shorthand for a much larger convers
A twenty-year-old university student, Dia, commutes to her university every day by bus. As a regular scenario in metropolitan cities, traffic jams, intense honking, and the hue and cry of passersby are common on Dia's route, until one day, she was not only mentally exhausted but also physically tir
There was a time when being busy felt like success. Long working hours, constant pressure, and always being available made people feel like they were on the right path. Rest was something to think about later, after achieving success. Until then, the mindset was simple: keep going. Now, that ide
