Think back to the last time you met someone new. What was the first thing you noticed? Maybe it was a stylish outfit, or a minor annoyance like them standing just a bit too close to you in an office or your classroom. Does a first impression really matter? Absolutely. It often decides if you get t
The rain in Dhaka fell steadily outside the window. Inside a quiet apartment in Dhanmondi, thirty-two-year-old software engineer Tanvir Ahmed sat with his sixty-five-year-old father, Latifur Rahman. They shared a single plate of shingara and two cups of milk tea. Ten years ago, this quiet, shared m
"Baba, ma'am asked me to bring my ammu-abbu for the parents' meeting. What do I tell her?" the son asked his father, sitting at the dinner table. His father can't find the words to answer his plea. He doesn't have the heart to explain to his child a concept as heavy as death just yet. Somewhere
History, after all, is usually a one-sided subject, separate from life, studied in books. But physical places are also the ground of history. Old forts, monuments, ruins and memorials are not just tourist attractions or postcard items. They insidiously influence people's perceptions about themselv
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
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
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
