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.
26 April 2025, 12:00 PM

When they look away

“Do you think they think about us?” Asgar muttered.
25 April 2025, 11:00 AM

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.
24 April 2025, 05:00 AM

From O/A levels to undergrad: Does early exposure to Computer Science matter?

Is O/A level Computer Science a springboard to undergraduate success?
12 April 2025, 04:00 AM

Hair

I love the texture of your hair and I wanted to tell you about it in far too many words than either you or I are comfortable with.
6 April 2025, 09:52 AM

Eid enchantments and us

A special cover of Rising Stars where we look back at how Eid has changed for us over the years. 
31 March 2025, 00:38 AM

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?
30 March 2025, 17:26 PM

Movies to enjoy this Eid with your family

To make this time somewhat more enjoyable, here are a few movies you can watch with your family.
30 March 2025, 16:00 PM

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.
30 March 2025, 14:00 PM

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.
28 March 2025, 15:30 PM

Lessons and adventures at a hilltop boarding school

Being a Bangladeshi student at MUWCI has allowed me to experience a melting pot of cultures.
25 March 2025, 13:26 PM

Is A level Literature right for you?

A level Literature in English carries a reputation for being time-consuming and intellectually challenging. Yet, it's a brilliant subject for those passionate about language and storytelling.
4 March 2025, 08:29 AM

The relationship between consumerism and the climate crisis: Explained

Unchecked consumerism threatens planetary stability, urging a shift toward sustainability.
1 March 2025, 04:00 AM

Tangerines and marmalades

I stared at the row of pre-peeled and packaged tangerines sealed tightly under plastic wrap.
28 February 2025, 15:00 PM

The enduring presence of cats in Japanese literature

What’s with all the cats in Japanese literature?
28 February 2025, 11:00 AM

Let me cut out your mother’s tongue

Let me cut out your mother’s tongue and lay it down beside you like my mother did with mine.
28 February 2025, 06:00 AM

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is a timeless masterpiece about the passage of time

The passage of time can be cruel, but there is so much beauty in the little moments shared with each other as you live. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End encapsulates and explores this very idea – and it does so masterfully.
27 February 2025, 11:00 AM

Why studying abroad is becoming harder for Bangladeshi students

In recent times, popular study abroad destinations have been adopting policies and undergoing changes that are making it harder for Bangladeshi students to go abroad.
27 February 2025, 04:00 AM

Trump says he wants US Education Department to be closed immediately

US President Donald Trump said on February 12 that he wants the federal Education Department to be closed immediately.
13 February 2025, 10:04 AM

Vision to legacy – Delivering a quarter-century of transformative education

As it celebrates its 25-year milestone, ISD is mapping a new course with a pioneering vision.
6 February 2025, 12:05 PM