Dandelionz and The Daily Star host the ‘Creating Patriots’ event for kids

On December 23rd, the premises of Dandelionz in Dhanmondi was filled with excitement as young minds gathered for the "Creating Patriots" event, organised in association with The Daily Star. As part of the celebration of Victory Day, this daylong program aimed to empower children aged 8-12 to become the changemakers Bangladesh needs.

When the sky lights up

A special comic this week on Rising Stars

Fashion meets art through trash at ULAB’s Trashion Show

The Department of Media Studies & Journalism (MSJ) at University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) organised “Trashion Show” – a fashion show where students crafted different outfits and accessories using recycled waste materials.

Education

Education

Non-fiction book fair begins at DU

The 7th edition of the non-fiction book fair will begin today on the premises of the Faculty of Business Studies at Dhaka University.

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Entire committee of Chhatra Odhikar Parishad DU unit resigns

The leaders and committee members of the Dhaka University unit of Bangladesh Chhatra Odhikar Parishad today resigned en masse from the organisation alleging violation of the organisation's constitution by its central leaders and their "sycophancy"

66 schools closed amid flood in Kurigram

Academic activities of 66 primary and secondary schools and madrasas have been suspended due to ongoing flood in Kurigram district

IU student assaulted by ‘BCL men’

A student of Islamic University (IU) was assaulted allegedly by Chhatra League activists on the campus in Kushtia today

Dhaka University Day celebrated

The 102nd founding anniversary of Dhaka University, the oldest university in the country, has been celebrated amidst much fanfare and festivities

30 hurt in BCL infighting at HSTU

At least 30 students of Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU) were injured after two factions of Chhatra League clashed over establishing supremacy on the campus on last night

3 probe bodies formed over clashes at CU

The Chittagong University authorities have formed three committees to investigate sporadic clashes between two factions of Bangladesh Chhatra League

'BCL factional clash' breaks out at CU

Two factions of Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) locked into a clash at Chittagong University this afternoon, sources in the university said.

Careers

Careers

15,000 people to get jobs at RCC employment fair

A day-long job fair started at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Hi-Tech Park in Rajshahi this afternoon in order to provide job opportunities to 15,000 people

41st BCS results likely this month

The result of the 41st BCS may come before the 40th BCS non-cadre recruitment recommendations

6 of the best YouTube channels for learning web development

Six of the best YouTube channels to learn web development.

How ChatGPT’s growth may be affecting young copywriters

According to writers, AI still has ways to go before it manages to cause a significant dent.

The case for studying law

The word “lawyer” might invoke certain scenes and images in our minds.

Here are 10 easy ways to earn money online

In today's world, it's easier than ever to make money from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're a stay-at-home parent, a student looking to earn some extra cash, or just someone who wants to make some money on the side, there are plenty of ways to earn money online. Here are 10 legitimate ways to earn money online:

LinkedIn offers 100+ free AI courses: Here’s how to start learning

The offered courses include high-demand topics such as Generative AI, AI and Machine Learning Foundations, Responsible AI, Advanced AI and Applied AI.

Equipping Bangladeshi Youth for the Global Job Market

Bangladesh has made tremendous economic growth over the last 50 years, but needs to resolve the youth unemployment and skills gap and reap the benefits of demographic dividend for sustaining its development.

Young Icons

Young Icons

UIU and MIST secure 3rd and 5th position respectively in the Anatolian Rover Challenge

The Anatolian Rover Challenge (ARC) is an international rover competition for university teams.

IUB alumnus wins NASA grant for next gen space tech battery research

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) Alumnus Md. Wahidul Hasan, a PhD candidate and Research Assistant at the South Dakota Mines, USA, and his team have won the prestigious NASA EPSCoR grant worth USD 750,000 to fund research into the next generation of lithium-sulphur batteries for use in space technology. The grant follows an innovation leading to the use of corn stalk residues to stabilise battery chemistry and nearly double charging capacity of current technology.

Bangladeshi school students bag first prize at NASA Space Settlement Contest 2023

Six students from DPS STS School Dhaka secured first place at the NASA Space Settlement Contest 2023.

Dhaka University secures 1st and 2nd positions at ICPC Asia Dhaka Regional Contest

DU secured the first and second positions while BUET came in third. 

BRACU and AIUB rank 9th and 11th respectively in International Rover Challenge 2023

BRACU Mongol Tori from BRAC University (BRACU) and AIUB Robotic Crew from American International University, Bangladesh (AIUB) have ranked 9th and 11th respectively in the International Rover Challenge (IRC) 2023. 

IUB student wins bronze in Asian Powerlifting Championship

Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) Marketing student Aditya Parvez has won bronze in the Deadlifts category at the Asian Powerlifting Championship 2022.

AIUB, BRACU, and IUT qualify for International Rover Challenge finals

Three teams from Bangladesh have qualified for the IRC 2023 finals.

Youth Multimedia

Youth Multimedia

Risking lives to attend classes

Arifa Khatun, a fourth-grader at Bostal Government Primary School in Sujanagar upazila of Pabna, has to travel to school using a boat every day, leaving her family concerned for her safety

Shakil becomes first Bangladeshi to complete the 'Great Himalaya Trail'

The 'Great Himalaya Trail' goes from east to west of Nepal through the Himalayan mountains. Less than 50 people from around the world have covered this 1,700km trail on foot. Ikramul Hasan Shakil from Phulbaria village, Gazipur became the first Bangladeshi to complete the adventure on July 9

CU campus: Music in the air

If you step inside Chittagong University's campus, the first thing that'll greet you is music. It's hard to miss music if you walk around the campus, from the iconic CU shuttle train station and academic buildings to the canteens, residential halls, roadside stalls, and streets. Music is everywhere!

What is Shammo doing now?

In 2019, Leuna Tasnim Shammo went viral on social media through her songs. Four years later, this little artiste still dreams about music

Meet Rituraj, the 9-year-old Guinness World Record holder

Rituraj Bhowmick, a 9-year-old from Bangladesh, has been listed in the Guinness World Records as the 'Youngest Series Book Author’. Now a social media sensation, Rituraj dreams of writing more

Interview with Arun Rajamani, Managing Director, Cambridge University Press and Assessment, South Asia

Arun Rajamani is the Managing Director at Cambridge University Press and Assessment, South Asia. He has been responsible for building the Cambridge University Press and Assessment the brand from the over a year in its journey to becoming a not-for-profit organisation that provides world-leading academic research, learning and assessment globally.

How independent learning can enhance the academic performance of university students

Independent learners can tailor their own pace and schedule of learning outside the classroom to work on their shortcomings. 

The SATs: Explained

What is the SAT? What does it evaluate?

The issue with A Level grade boundaries this year

A grade boundary is the minimum mark you require in order to achieve a particular grade.

Settling the debate

The team from Bangladesh broke third, right after India and the USA.

Making a study playlist that works for you

A step-by-step guide to help you make your personalised study playlist.

Barca Academy coming to Bangladesh

Barca Academy, the official soccer school of FC Barcelona, is coming to Bangladesh to organise a football camp between October 22 and October 26. International School Dhaka (ISD) will serve as the headquarters for this camp. All camp-related activities will also be organised at ISD. 

A Silent Triumph: The Story of Clara Woods

Clara Woods is a seventeen-year-old artist and model.

Why you need to know about contract cheating

Contract cheating is a process through which students (or academics) get original work done for them through a third party.

From the lab to the market: Opportunities in Biotech entrepreneurship

In Bangladesh, there’s an immense need for innovative biotechnology-based products for creating new jobs and introducing innovative solutions to problems specific to our country.

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