Syeda Afrin Tarannum

Syeda Afrin Tarannum is a sub-editor at SHOUT. Reach her at [email protected]

Exploring the world of literary theory

"Get to know your people, and this way you will know yourself."

3w ago

Au Revoir, SHOUT

Goodbyes have always left a sour taste in my mouth.

My Dhaka: The many images of Dhaka metro rail

I have been using the metro rail service sporadically through the past couple of months, and I have to admit, I treat it like a bit of a luxury.

Editorial

I have come to a very unsettling realisation that I am only ever unkind to myself.

Why online classes during Ramadan should be the standard

It has been difficult for schools to accommodate a vacation throughout Ramadan. However, what makes it unacceptable is not opting for online classes.

Editorial

As I woke up one day from one of the opportune naps I am privileged enough to take during my commute to and from work, I opened my eyes to find a brown horse staring right back at me.

Editorial

I exist in a constant state of overwhelm.

The world of Colleen Hoover does not warrant celebration

Depiction of such problematic forms of ‘romance’ and relationships surely distort the judgement of readers regarding love and romance.

November 19, 2022
November 19, 2022

Let the children live their childhood

How reasonable is it to expect children to understand the intricacies of a time-bound commitment they are making with themselves?

October 31, 2022
October 31, 2022

MONSTERMANIA

Ghost stories for a local Halloween experience.

October 27, 2022
October 27, 2022

Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip with Friends

Read this before you plan your winter trip with friends.

October 27, 2022
October 27, 2022

Editorial

In the past two trips that I’ve been to, I have responsible for handling accommodations, making sure everyone is well-fed and in one piece, and maintaining a thorough checklist of the finances. If you are thinking it was a lot of work, then you are absolutely correct. If you are thinking I must be absolutely berserk for doing this twice, you are also not wrong. But allow me to explain myself.

September 22, 2022
September 22, 2022

Editorial

Never have I been asked if I enjoy the work I am doing.

August 18, 2022
August 18, 2022

Editorial

To call the living conditions of our country heavenly would be outrageous.

August 11, 2022
August 11, 2022

How to take care of curly hair

Five ways you can take care of your curly hair.

July 26, 2022
July 26, 2022

With Monash and UCB, the keyword is “partnership”

In conversation with Andrew Walker, Pro Vice-Chancellor and President of Monash University Malaysia, about the quality of higher education, opportunities of Bangladeshi students to pursue higher education abroad and also the impact of the pandemic on exploring the opportunities.

July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022

Editorial

A degree in BBA is said to prepare graduates for a multitude of executive functions in different fields.

June 2, 2022
June 2, 2022

Our teachers are underpaid and undervalued

The task of a teacher, an educator, is not an easy one.