In death, he became visible
Vivek Oji, the titular character in Akwaeke Emezi’s second novel, is dead; this is stated in the title, the first line, and throughout the book. However, in every chapter, Vivek keeps coming alive, images of him rising out of the text’s surface only to dissolve again.
On discovering the poetry of Louise Glück, Nobel Prize in Literature 2020
Louise Glück’s poetry is at once deeply personal and ubiquitous. Articles explaining her work demur from calling it confessional, and they may be right. It doesn’t feel like the thoughts and feelings of another; the speaker confessing seems more vulnerable, as if they’re opening up directly to you. The sceneries she weaves are odd and alluring, and behind the deceptively simple lines are layers of meaning.
Living with Autism
Even though children with autism are a part of the youth and society, we fail to include and invite them in our lives.
LET’S TALK ABOUT POLITICS
Right from where you live to what you eat to the number of board exams you have to take in school to even the quality of the air you breathe in is impacted by politics, and being in denial of that is dangerous both for you and others surrounding you.
Fighting the Infodemic
As people reading these might have already guessed, these behaviours have been influenced by information regarding the coronavirus outbreak. However, a more accurate thing to say would be misinformation or misguided ideas about the global pandemic.
The Bangla dictionary we want
A search on Google for ‘dictionary’ gives us results for various dictionaries, each with its unique characteristics. Looking for Bangla
FOR THE LOVE OF WORDS
Babbel, the language learning app, has a channel on YouTube with 240 videos. But unlike many other YouTube videos that merely tell you how to say common words in different languages or focuses on a single language,
YOUTUBE PLAYLIST REVIEW OTHERS AND US
Often in our lives, we need a fresh perspective in our relationships. Friends and family may not always be available, and you may sometimes dread making that call to someone to discuss deeply personal issues that have been aggravating you for a while.
TUITION WANTED: At what cost?
“At the beginning of 2019, I found myself desperately in need of a job. With no other alternative, I resorted to looking for a job as a tutor and found myself in direct contact with one of the many tuition media pages on Facebook.
Are we doing enough for our mothers?
Like many others, I took everything my mother did for me for granted.
Channels That Talk Business
It is often interesting to learn how companies started, why certain products cost a certain amount, and what factors affect how a company does business. However, reading about businesses can seem tedious. Fortunately, there are YouTube channels covering these topics.
The pointlessness of using difficult words
It is not the least uncommon to see people use unnecessarily complex words when a simpler one would suffice. You may have come across people using “quintessential” instead of “essential”, and several other similar mistakes.
Dressed for the past
I didn’t think I’d care to watch videos about dresses worn by people in the centuries past. But that was only until I stumbled upon the YouTube channel of dress historian Bernadette Banner.
CHANNELS WE NEED
YouTube in Bangladesh is in its budding stages in terms of quality, but its potential is easily visible. There are hundreds of channels, and some have over thousands of subscribers and millions of views. You will find videos on food, health and nutrition, and study tips along with the regular music and comedy.
A carnival of colours at IUB
October 23, 2019 marked the beginning of Independent University, Bangladesh’s annual three-day Club Carnival. Inaugurated by the acting Vice Chancellor Prof. Milan Pagon, and attended by the deans, faculty members, and students of IUB, the event started with music, dance, and bicycle stunts.
Extra Explanations
About 13,000 miles away, dressed, bejewelled, and illuminated by blue, pink, and red lighting is Natalie Wynn, better known as “ContraPoints”.
TEACHERS UNDER THE MICROSCOPE
When semesters are about to end, students in many universities are asked to complete faculty evaluations.
Potluck recipes for painful reunions
For many, life after school is great simply because their time in high school was just varying shades of constant awfulness, and it was awfulness of such great intensity that the responsibilities and pressures that come with adult life all pale in comparison.
Etiquette: Why we need it
What is the point of etiquette? Maybe to ensure we don’t repulse or offend others.
OUR LIVES IN METRICS
My mornings begin with eggs, coffee and a feeling of shame creeping in when I think about how at the age of 21, I am only in my second year of university.
The Morning Routine of a Productive Person
Woke up somewhat on time, just had to press the snooze button five times. I lay in bed for an hour more, drifting between sleep and
INFORMATION OVERLOAD! Can you handle responsibly?
The information comes not just from computers, laptops, tablets and cell phones but also wearable devices and connected cars, the
Sympathy for Shakchunni
In the scene where the Bou Ma goes to get the cow, she mentions what she has heard about Shakchunni from other people. Shakcunni
SHOULD YOU WATCH MOTU-PATLU?
Many children today watch a show – it has two middle-aged men who are best friends, one small and round, the other tall and thin,
December 9, 2021
A Wedding Movie Playlist
Movies showing truer pictures of what weddings are really like.
August 12, 2021
Understanding Political Labels
Where do you fall on the spectrum?
June 10, 2021
Online Activism Is Here for Good
Creating a huge difference when it comes to making real change.
March 25, 2021
50 YEARS SINCE
Hopes, dreams, and grievances of a young Bangladeshi.
February 25, 2021
In death, he became visible
Vivek Oji, the titular character in Akwaeke Emezi’s second novel, is dead; this is stated in the title, the first line, and throughout the book. However, in every chapter, Vivek keeps coming alive, images of him rising out of the text’s surface only to dissolve again.
January 28, 2021
Fashion shows, but not really...
YouTube channels that talk fashion. Yes.
October 15, 2020
On discovering the poetry of Louise Glück, Nobel Prize in Literature 2020
Louise Glück’s poetry is at once deeply personal and ubiquitous. Articles explaining her work demur from calling it confessional, and they may be right. It doesn’t feel like the thoughts and feelings of another; the speaker confessing seems more vulnerable, as if they’re opening up directly to you. The sceneries she weaves are odd and alluring, and behind the deceptively simple lines are layers of meaning.
October 1, 2020
Living with Autism
Even though children with autism are a part of the youth and society, we fail to include and invite them in our lives.
July 2, 2020
LET’S TALK ABOUT POLITICS
Right from where you live to what you eat to the number of board exams you have to take in school to even the quality of the air you breathe in is impacted by politics, and being in denial of that is dangerous both for you and others surrounding you.
April 30, 2020
Fighting the Infodemic
As people reading these might have already guessed, these behaviours have been influenced by information regarding the coronavirus outbreak. However, a more accurate thing to say would be misinformation or misguided ideas about the global pandemic.
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