Culture and Arts Notebook

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) In the era of T20 cricket, a total of 123 runs is widely considered a ‘modest’ target. However, proving once again that cricket is a game of uncertainties until the very last ball, the Bangladesh…

Self-proclaimed “Queen of Drag” Ru Paul once said: “You know, we as gay people, we get to choose our family. We get to choose the people we’re around.” That sounded like a spin. But he was referencing the cold reality…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) A heartbreaking defeat right at the doorstep of victory. An agonizing margin of just 7 runs turned potential glory into immense regret. From the players and officials to the thousands of fans in the gallery,…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) The excitement of the Women’s T20 World Cup group stage is reaching its peak. To solidify their position in the race for the semifinals, Bangladesh will face arch-rivals Pakistan in a crucial, high-stakes encounter today,…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) Chittagong’s Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium (Bir Shrestha Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium) is set to host a high-stakes showdown today as Bangladesh and Australia face off in the second match of their three-game T20 International series.…

BCB Raises Cleaners’ Wages and Ensures Financial Transparency By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) Since taking over as the President of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Tamim Iqbal has drawn significant attention not only for on-field cricket developments but also for…

By Halim Mohammad (Dhaka Bureau) The allure of stardom, overnight fame, and substantial financial prosperity- this triple attraction has turned ‘content creation’ into the most appealing and glamorous career path for the current youth generation. However, as dazzling as it…

By Maksuda Lisa, Pressenza Dhaka In their second match of the Women’s T20 World Cup, Bangladesh faced the reigning world champions, Australia. However, the Tigresses failed to bridge the massive gap in class on the field. After being put into…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) In the group stage of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, Bangladesh faces a high-voltage clash today against the reigning world champions, Australia. Scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM Bangladesh time at Headingley, this…

By Maksuda Lisa (Dhaka Bureau) The three-match T20 International series between Bangladesh and Australia is set to commence tomorrow, on Wednesday, at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium (Sagarika) in Chittagong. Coming off a thrilling 2-1 victory in the recently concluded…