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How children are affected by their parents' unhappy marriage
Marital conflict can result in constant fighting and can breed a hostile atmosphere.
April 20, 2023
Availability of menstrual products in educational institutions
Menstruation is a monthly occurrence for women, and having little to no access to pads when needed is a major cause for concern.
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A definitive guide to the digital SAT
The very first digital SAT was administered internationally on March 11, 2023.
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Caring for stray animals is important, and knowing the right way is vital.
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Can ideology win over desire?
Set in 1990s Dhaka against the backdrop of the military occupation, the novella follows the lives of a young university professor, his wife, and their house help, Phulbanu. The story is narrated entirely from Phulbanu’s perspective.
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BookTok is propagating pseudo-feminism
There lies a problem in the type of books that are being popularised by BookTok.
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English Medium students’ strained relationship with Bangla
There is an absence of emphasis on Bangla's proper learning.
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Possibilities: Attainable
Possibilities that are small enough to be held in the clammy palms of a toddler.
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Breaking the image of Valentine's Day that has been created as a result of commercial propaganda.
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Let’s not interpret old media through a modern lens
Historical backdrop and our understanding of the relevant historical backdrop are important when we try to study a material or even enjoy it.
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