Interests

Interests

Lost in a real-life Charlie’s chocolate factory

A few thousand miles away from Dhaka, in a small town located in the outskirts of Zurich lies a place known for its signature centerpiece worldwide, a fountain of real chocolate.

1w ago

Girls stepping into the world of robotics

Bangladesh, often overlooked in global tech discussions, has quietly cultivated a thriving robotics culture, particularly for young women.

1w ago

Eid enchantments and us

A special cover of Rising Stars where we look back at how Eid has changed for us over the years. 

1m ago

Saving your Eid salami for the future

What if you were to save your Eid salami for later and also learn about saving money and managing finances from an early age?

1m ago

Easy Eid recipes to prepare for your loved ones

If you’ve been thinking of pitching in this year, here are five easy and familiar recipes that are always a hit on Eid.

1m ago

Handmade with Love: DIY Eid gifts for your loved ones

Eid is not just about new clothes and food. Above all else, perhaps, Eid is a celebration of friends and family. And what better way to celebrate the ones close to you than to make them handmade gifts with a personal touch.

1m ago

The enduring presence of cats in Japanese literature

What’s with all the cats in Japanese literature?

2m ago

The internet’s favourite celebrity animals

People love a good laugh, a daily dose of adorableness, or even a dramatic pet with attitude.

3m ago

The marvellous lives of child actors

The young people who, with aspirations simmering in their hearts, strive to one day be stars in their own right.

6m ago

How to get yourself to read (and finish) a book

For most people, the size of a book is what might repel them from picking it up in the first place.

9m ago

What it takes to become a comic artist in Bangladesh

Comic books have inspired a new generation of Bangladeshi artists, driven by passion and opportunities in the growing industry.

11m ago

Launching a club at your school

With a bit of planning and initiative, it is possible to start a club in your school.

1y ago

Scholastica Inter School Debate Tournament: VH 1 and NDS 1 crowned champions

Scholastica Debate Club returned with their flagship event “Scholastica Inter School Debate Tournament (SIDT)” on February 2. SIDT is a long-running annual event of the Scholastica Debate Club and has made a name for itself in the Bangladeshi debate circuit.

1y ago

Dandelionz and The Daily Star host the ‘Creating Patriots’ event for kids

On December 23rd, the premises of Dandelionz in Dhanmondi was filled with excitement as young minds gathered for the "Creating Patriots" event, organised in association with The Daily Star. As part of the celebration of Victory Day, this daylong program aimed to empower children aged 8-12 to become the changemakers Bangladesh needs.

1y ago

If you don’t like reading, then comic books are for you

Very few avenues of storytelling have the same level of diversity and versatility as comics, and if you are someone who has an aversion towards reading general books, comics might turn that dislike into a regular reading habit. 

1y ago

Getting into the habit of reading

The habit of reading seems to have gone out of fashion. Why is that? Many young people shy away from books for many reasons, seemingly finding them too similar to strict textbooks they are taught in schools. However, for those who want to try reading as a hobby but struggle to get into it, there are a few ways to get back on track.         

1y ago

Growing up surrounded by music

All in all, music is pretty significant in my life nonetheless.

1y ago

How photographing my life on a daily basis helps me

Keeping track of your life with the visual gift of photography is a 21st century marvel.

2y ago