Culture and Media

By Halim Mohammad (Dhaka Bureau) A festive atmosphere alongside strengthened nationwide security marks Bangladesh’s preparations to observe the anniversary of the July Mass Uprising on August 5. To honor the memory and sacrifices of the student-led mass movement and to…

Festive Fervor Across 50,000 Institutions By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) In a major initiative to reconnect the younger generation with sports and foster physical and talent development, Bangladesh is preparing to launch a nationwide mega sports spectacle. Over 50,000 educational…

The history of Great Britain is often associated with the Celtic peoples, the Roman conquest, and later the kings and queens of England. Yet few people know that, during the second century AD, the Roman province of Britain was governed…

The technology news of the past 48 hours does not amount to a string of isolated events. Taken together, it represents one of the most significant shifts in perception since ChatGPT’s public breakthrough in 2022. As markets react nervously, the…

“There is no such thing as a free lunch.” The adage that economists used to explain opportunity cost also applies to the invisible cost that comes with every gain or action. The environment and humans who are dependent on them…

“This is just like a free-for-all. There’s really no oversight. There’s really no regulation.” (Erin Brockovich, Brockovich AI Data Center Reporting)  Erin Brockovich is a well-known American consumer advocate who made her name by exposing evidence that Pacific Gas &…

Esthetic calligraphy crafted through the Bengali script- at first glance reminiscent of Arabic characters- boldly portrays National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s iconic words, ‘Bolo Beer, Chiro Unnato Momo Shir’ (Proclaim, Hero, Ever High is My Head). These powerful lines served…

A Revival of Bengali Folk Traditions and Non-Communal Culture Driven by the commitment to spread thousands of years of Bengali culture, heritage, and folk traditions among the new generation, and to ignite love, responsibility, and pride for indigenous culture, the…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) Right after completing a successful tour of Zimbabwe, Nahid Rana, the emerging fast bowler of the Bangladesh National Cricket Team, has stepped into a new and significant chapter of his life. The promising 21-year-old pacer…

A Message of Music, Honor, and Solidarity for Flood Victims By Taskina Yeasmin (Dhaka Bureau) In a profound convergence of melody, emotion, and humanitarian spirit, an unprecedented chapter was written in Dhaka’s cultural landscape. The National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh…