UIU team reaches top 10 at global UAV competition

A robotics team from United International University (UIU) has secured 10th place globally and 2nd place in Asia at the TEKNOFEST 2026 International Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Competition in Malatya, Türkiye.
23 September 2026

When ordinary people risk everything to save animals in need

Amid constant news of animal neglect, sometimes quiet acts of extraordinary compassion offer a different perspective. From fishermen braving rushing rivers to families sharing their homes with hundreds of strays, people are stepping up to protect the vulnerable.
23 September 2026

Why we destroy the places we travel so far to love

Watching Tanguar Haor drown under plastic wrappers and diesel oil leaves a bitter aftertaste. We travel miles to escape city clutter, yet somehow leave proof of our presence behind. It raises an uncomfortable question about how we treat shared beauty.
23 September 2026

19-year-old Bangladeshi researcher wins award at World Water Challenge 2026

19-year-old Bangladeshi researcher Zabeer Zarif Akhter has received an Outstanding Award at the World Water Challenge 2026, held as part of the Korea International Water Week (KIWW) 2026 in Daegu, South Korea.
22 September 2026

OpenAI says internal model solved over 100 open maths problems

OpenAI has disclosed that a model it began training on August 28 has resolved more than 100 unsolved problems across most branches of mathematics, including the Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize problem.
22 September 2026

OpenAI and Anthropic press Australia to soften AI copyright ban

OpenAI and Anthropic have asked Australia to reconsider its refusal to let AI developers train models on the country's creative content, arguing that a narrow exemption could protect artists while attracting more investment.
22 September 2026

Google launches Googlebook, premium Android laptop built around Gemini

Google has begun taking pre-orders for Googlebook, a new category of laptops aimed at Android users and built around the company's Gemini AI tools. The announcement was made on Monday, with initial models from Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, and Lenovo.
22 September 2026

How to make LinkedIn work for you before graduation

In an age where employers look up candidates before interviews, recruiters actively search for talent online, and networking increasingly happens digitally, LinkedIn has become one of the most powerful career-building tools available.
22 September 2026

The story behind Zaineen Karim’s crimson Fondazione Prada look

When The Difficult Bride actor Zaineen Chowdhury Karim arrived at Fondazione Prada, her outfit carried far more than high-fashion elegance. Wearing a custom creation by Moureen Zahir’s label Maia, Karim turned a high-profile cocktail event into a striking canvas of personal heritage and emotional narrative.
22 September 2026

Six modern safety habits every parent needs today

When 13-year-old Ishiat Shahriar Opratim walked out the door with his mother's iPhone last Friday, his family expected photo-snapping with friends — not a tragedy. Another child who did not come home leaves parents asking agonizing questions. Yet, child-protection bodies like UNICEF point to subtle daily safety routines that offer a line of defence.
21 September 2026

The real reason Dhaka’s women-only buses are running empty

Just one month after the Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) rolled out its women-only Pink Bus fleet, the vehicles are cruising past busy Dhaka stops nearly empty, and losing up to Tk 60,000 every single day. Despite promises of a safe haven from harassment, female commuters face long wait times, sparse schedules, and deeply entrenched hostility from a male-dominated transport ecosystem.
21 September 2026

Why lightweight printed sarees are the ultimate everyday wear

For generations of Bangladeshi women, watching a mother meticulously pin and tuck her saree was the ultimate lesson in personal style. Today, that legacy is getting a fresh, versatile update. Blending nostalgic elegance with lightweight modern fabrics, printed sarees are proving to be the most adaptable piece in a woman's wardrobe — effortlessly transitioning from corporate offices to weekend trips and celebrations.
21 September 2026

Grief and loss in Grave of the Fireflies

Grief, loss, and war in Grave of the Fireflies.
21 September 2026

Hacker group claims to have hijacked rival gang's website

ShinyHunters claimed control over rival gang cl0p's dark web infrastructure, bringing a long-running feud into a public showdown.
21 September 2026

Can fluency in English be a measure of intelligence?

Does English fluency truly equal high intelligence?
20 September 2026

Dhaka’s office lunch: What are we actually eating?

Transform Dhaka workplace routines by pairing traditional Bangladeshi rice, rooti, and fish with nutrient-dense vegetables and daal, controlling daily meal portions through home-packed lunches for sustained energy, complete health, and effortless daily nutrition wellness.
20 September 2026

Cooking with sugarcane

Transform versatile sugarcane sticks into vibrant dishes like Vietnamese Chao Tom shrimp skewers, refreshing lime mint juice, tropical mocktails, and Hawaiian grilled chicken for a delicious, flavorful culinary upgrade to your home cooking routine.
20 September 2026

The new wedding mood: Personal, expressive, and unmistakably you

Discover how Bangladesh wedding trends evolve at The Emira Spotlight in Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport, where experts like Nahila Hedayet, Zurhem, and Reminiscence Photography showcase personalized beauty, bespoke fashion, and natural storytelling for couples.
19 September 2026

Apply to Chevening Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Fellowship

The Chevening Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Fellowship is a collaboration between the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies.
19 September 2026

In Delaware’s autumn, I remember Dhaka’s winter

Embrace autumn as crisp air in Delaware evokes nostalgia for Dhaka winters, filling markets with pumpkin spice and earth-toned fashion. This golden seasonal transition gently reminds us to cherish fleeting moments and cultivate personal growth.
19 September 2026