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Naziba Basher

The author is a Sub Editor, News Desk at The Daily Star

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Reaction / Who made you spokesperson for 180 million people?

13 May 2026, 21:49 PM
In Bangladesh’s political rhetoric, ‘the people’ are forever angry, ready, and united, except real citizens rarely fit so neatly into party lines
13 May 2026, 21:49 PM
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100 years of Attenborough: The man who taught the world to love the Earth

8 May 2026, 01:40 AM
His voice still inspires humanity to love and protect earth
8 May 2026, 01:40 AM
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Reaction / A country that keeps asking its children to survive its failures

5 May 2026, 21:55 PM
From sexual abuse and child marriage to labour exploitation and preventable disease, Bangladesh’s children are paying the price for adult negligence and broken systems
5 May 2026, 21:55 PM
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Reaction / Bagerhat dog death: What it says about us

12 April 2026, 15:53 PM
Viral video raises questions about public inaction and accountability
12 April 2026, 15:53 PM
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Jane Goodall Day / Lessons from Jane: A mirror for Bangladesh

4 April 2026, 21:17 PM
Yesterday on April 3, the world observed “Jane Goodall Day” -- the first since her passing in October last year
4 April 2026, 21:17 PM
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Reaction / Debunking the myth of 'stray-free' countries

30 March 2026, 20:55 PM
The lie we tell when a stray dog is beaten, poisoned, or ‘disappeared’ in Bangladesh
30 March 2026, 20:55 PM
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Reaction / Before you ask where women’s groups were, tell us where you were

13 February 2026, 21:30 PM
To the press secretary: Activism cannot make up for state failure
13 February 2026, 21:30 PM
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Reaction / A woman’s message to the government we just elected

13 February 2026, 17:54 PM
We understand compromise, but we do not accept betrayal
13 February 2026, 17:54 PM
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1 Minute Please!

Mohammad Shahadat Hossain now has one of the most recognised faces on television, largely because of his enthralling
24 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Christmas Delights

Love letters, Cheesecakes, Fruit cakes, Jam tarts—these are all the special delicacies available in Prince of Wales Bakery, carefully made
24 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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5 Street Foods Essential for Winter

While an abundance of street food is readily available throughout the year, there are some delectable munchies that only suit the chilly
24 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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The Fierce Fashionista

Revolutionising fashion in Bangladesh with lavish gowns and exquisite designs is the Russian origin Dhaka based fashion designer
24 December 2015, 18:00 PM
Donning the Shawl

Donning the Shawl

What most women face a dilemma with is: the shawl.
21 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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1 Minute Please!

It's no surprise that Ariq Anam Khan, with his tremendous acting skills and charming smile, has become a household name in the
17 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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5 Films for the Spirit of Liberation

December is an important month in our country. December is when all Bengalis unite, it is when all citizens are patriots, it is when
17 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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The Voices in Brushstrokes

Known for highlighting social and gender issues in her work, Dilara Begum Jolly is an artist worthy of everyone's note and appreciation.
17 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Superchef tales from Comilla and Feni

After uncovering some culinary gems in Sylhet, Rupchanda- The Daily Star Superchef 2016 moved on to Comilla and Feni, where they
14 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Care for Paws- Reaching out to the Voiceless

With Obhoyaronno Animal Welfare Organisation leading the way, many people around the country are increasingly influenced and inspired to save...
10 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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A chocoholic's dream

Butlers Chocolates was born in Dublin's Lad Lane in 1932. The company was established by a pioneering lady called Marion Butler...
7 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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1 Minute Please!

Warda Rihab is one of the most dynamic, graceful and scintillating young dancers in our country, and has been
3 December 2015, 18:00 PM
Awarding Excellence

AAA: Awarding Excellence

Bangladesh is filled with graduates who have learned from developed countries, who are now assets to the development of our own nation.
3 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Alarmel Valli Brings Rasanubhava to Life

Intricate steps, profound mudras, overwhelming rasas took over the night as Vidushi Alarmel Valli, a celebrated Bharatanatyam dancer
2 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Reveled by the Reddys

The lights dimmed and you could hear the musicians ascend the stage. The faint 'jhumur' of the ghungru could be heard if you really paid close attention.
1 December 2015, 18:00 PM
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Where Wonders Are Waiting

Everything was autumn- the infinite yellow and blue-grey canvas of a sky with an adequate amount of what looked like white brush strokes smeared across in a pattern...
30 November 2015, 18:00 PM
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Beautiful Bhutan

While Bhutan is one of the smallest countries in the world, its cultural diversity and richness are profound. As such, strong emphasis is laid on
26 November 2015, 18:00 PM
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Five Ways to Beat the Chills

Winter is just a couple of days away. Even though there are sudden bursts of the sun every now and again, we can feel the chilly breeze
26 November 2015, 18:00 PM
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Dhaka Lit Fest: The Gathering of Literary Minds

There were words floating through the air. The beauty of words, the poetry in sentences, the effect they have on people, were all
26 November 2015, 18:00 PM
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One Belt, One Road: Discovering Jiangsu

In a span of 30 years, from a pitiable inward-looking agricultural country, China has developed itself into a global manufacturing force,
26 November 2015, 18:00 PM

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