Abir Hossain

Abir Hossain is a sub-editor at Campus, Rising Stars, and Star Youth. He can be reached at: [email protected]

Shrouded by shame and eventually forgotten: Sexual harassment policies across universities in Bangladesh

While some perpetrators were held accountable, institutional responses remained inconsistent and were often shaped by power dynamics.

1w ago

Our propensity for violence and the elements that foster it

With crumbling institutions built on fragile principles, power has been co-opted.

2w ago

All We Imagine as Light carves out tenderness in the harshest of spaces

Despite the obvious contrasts between Prabha and Anu, they are both in a state of delirium. While Prabha is devastated about the prospect of a failed marriage and no closure, Anu is in a heightened sense of euphoria which she is forced to contain.

2m ago

In conversation with Dr James Abdey

Dr James Abdey is an Associate Professor at the Department of Statistics, London School of Economics (LSE).

7m ago

Rhymes, rebellion, and revolution

Movements leave an indelible mark on the psyche of the people, and thus, the culture. As people are pushed to the brink of intolerance through oppressive measures,

8m ago

Are we educated merely to continue the cycle?

The vigour of youth emerges because they have not been disillusioned into accepting the deficiencies of the present.

9m ago

Our lack of open spaces reinforces class disparity

Are open spaces a luxury reserved only for the wealthy? If that is the case, we should be asking whether these spaces are open to begin with.

10m ago

Breaking down the FY2024-25 education budget

The budget has increased across all levels of education. On the surface, the numbers appear to align with the government’s claims about education being one of the most important sectors to invest in. While there has been an increase in the amount proposed, it simply falls short of global standards.

11m ago
June 10, 2023
June 10, 2023

Editorial

The lead stories we cover here at SHOUT are all important and we work on these issues because we feel very strongly about them. More importantly, we strive to talk about them when we feel that the time is right. Some cover stories, however, are important to talk about no matter what time of the year it is. These subject matters are relevant all the time and this week’s cover story is one of them.

May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023

Editorial

I very recently finished playing Red Dead Redemption 2, and I loved it. There are so many aspects of the game that deserve a thorough breaking down of their own.

April 20, 2023
April 20, 2023

The need for youth involvement in policy dialogue

Regardless of wherever we are headed, the youth cannot be side-lined for too long.

March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023

Editorial

Only the weight of my blanket when I nap is acceptable.

February 16, 2023
February 16, 2023

Editorial

How Bengali parents are reluctant to visit their doctor for a check-up.

January 12, 2023
January 12, 2023

Editorial

How can you even settle on one film?

January 12, 2023
January 12, 2023

Carving out a career in the film industry

The practice of telling stories is ubiquitous.

December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022

Is esports levelling up in Bangladesh?

Over the years, esports has garnered a massive fan following.

December 8, 2022
December 8, 2022

Editorial

Video games are great.

November 24, 2022
November 24, 2022

Bidding farewell to the best boy band since One Direction

BROCKHAMPTON's music struck a chord and will leave an imprint.