My journey as a United Nations Volunteer
I am a United Nations Volunteer. Working as a UNV Communications Assistant at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Bangladesh, I am often asked, “How did you end up working in Communications, that too being an Environmental Science graduate?” Well, it all began with a hobby.
4y ago
Why we need meena again
In the past couple of years, the world has taken a huge paradigm shift. Through globalisation and changing mindsets, a lot is being spoken about today that was considered taboo even a decade ago. Be it feminism, menstrual hygiene, mental health, environmentalism, body positivity or even the drawbacks of the education system.
5y ago
DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER
If there's one thing the world learnt from the untimely death of Chester Bennington and our very own Zaheen Ahmed last year, is that mental health is as important if not more important than physical health.
5y ago
Why fandoms are important
Being a 90s girl, I'm accustomed to forming mutual bonds with people over books, TV shows, movies, music, and other forms of pop culture from that decade. To be precise, I'm a flagbearer of fandoms. However, one thing I usually notice these days especially from people who consider themselves 'not-too-mainstream' is a sort of disdain for the whole fandom culture. Those of us fanboying/fangirling are labelled as childish, frivolous, or social media attention seekers with nothing better to do.
5y ago
It's “butter” than the rest
Located on the first floor of FR Tower in Kemal Ataturk Avenue, Butter - The Bakery and Waffle House launched less than a month ago. Its predecessor, the much-loved Yellow Submarine Café had closed down back in 2016.
5y ago
So You Think You Can Dance in Dhaka?
Matching steps to your favourite beat and swaying like nobody's watching, dancing truly lets you find and lose yourself, all at the same time. Ever since I was a little girl, dance has always held a special place in my heart. I would participate in every dance competition my school had to offer, danced/choreographed in every gaaye holud I was asked to be a part of, and grooved to Macarena, The Ketchup Song, and almost every Bollywood hit like there's no tomorrow.
6y ago
Tao Town: All the Asian flavours you love
Tao Town is a fusion restaurant with Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, and Korean dishes all under one roof. With its Pan-Asian flavours and student-friendly pricing, it has caused quite a stir already.Located at Rangs KB Square on Satmasjid Road, Dhanmondi, the restaurant opened on February 21, 2018. It has a large, luminescent setting with table and booth seating arrangements. The casual, well-spaced setting of the place gives it a minimalistic yet chic look.
6y ago
September 28, 2017
Pros and cons of following online recipes
Despite being a foodie and an avid MasterChef Australia fan, I was never really that into cooking. My laziness and lack of aptitude in the subject probably played a part.
September 14, 2017
How long till the roads are safe for girls?
As we continue to wait for a legal system that protects girls and women from transportation woes, it's important to discuss and undertake effective measures.
September 14, 2017
What it's like to be from a medical family
It's not always easy living in a family of medical professionals, but it's no less entertaining either. Below, I talk about some key observations I've made about them throughout the years:
June 8, 2017
JUST NOT THAT INTO DESSERTS
Most people I know have an incurable fascination with desserts and everything sweet. The very thought of Glazed, Butlers' Chocolate Cafe or Shumi's Hot Cake gives them sleepless nights with lethal hanger pangs.
May 18, 2017
MOTIVATIONAL QUOTES THAT MAKE NO SENSE AT ALL
Honestly, there are some very practical and relevant motivational posts which we can relate to. But some are unrealistic and nonsensical. These ones paint an image of a false sense of reality amongst the youth.
April 27, 2017
Saving the Environment as a Career
For some, it's a labour of love, for planet Earth.
March 2, 2017
Why I can't be a beauty guru
Before anyone assumes that I'm a gawky makeup-hating tomboy, I'd like to clear the air because I absolutely love putting makeup on myself. Maybe not much as most girls, but I'm there.
February 23, 2017
OUT INTO THE BLUE
Graduating is a tricky place to be in. Although you can't stop gloating about the fact that you're done, leaving behind your friends and carefree days is just plain depressing.
January 26, 2017
“WHEN ARE YOU GETTING MARRIED?”
The year 2016 was simply the worst for me, all my childhood or college friends just decided to tie the knot in an irrevocable sequence.
January 19, 2017
Overused Movie Plots
Courtesy of being a millennial, movies of all eras and genres are just a click away for us. The one thing I am certain about is that movies today lack a certain freshness and that filmmakers today suffer from an acute case of plagiarism.
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