science

Prabir Ghosh taught me to be a sceptic

Through his simple and coherent scientific explanations for “supernatural” events such as the practice of witchcraft or the sanctity of religious sites, he challenged the dogmatic belief system which exists throughout much of South Asia.

AI-generated book receives criticism on the internet

Tthe story of a little girl named Alice and a robot named Sparkle who explore the frontiers of science and technology together.

Bangladesh wins 1 silver and 5 bronze medals at Open World Astronomy Olympiad

The competition seeks to promote astronomy education, recognise bright students, and build worldwide academic relations.

The Reason Flat Earthers Exist

Flat earthers think that rebelling against all the evidence makes them look clever, but does it, really?

Evolution of alien theories

The idea of aliens existed before we even knew about outer space.

Scintilla Science Club to organise 65th Annual Science Festival

SHOUT, the youth supplement of The Daily Star, will host a workshop on science fiction story writing.

Celebrating women in STEM

Today, we are focusing on women who triumphed against all odds and have changed the world for the better through the field of science.

30 inspiring icons of women's empowerment

There are leaders and then there are icons who serve as inspiration. The following list contains just some of the names that motivate us to achieve our very best. These women serve as ideal role models for the future generation, irrespective of gender differences.

Roadblocks in research for women

Gender biases discourage women from pursuing careers in research.

April 11, 2023
April 11, 2023

Prabir Ghosh taught me to be a sceptic

Through his simple and coherent scientific explanations for “supernatural” events such as the practice of witchcraft or the sanctity of religious sites, he challenged the dogmatic belief system which exists throughout much of South Asia.

December 19, 2022
December 19, 2022

AI-generated book receives criticism on the internet

Tthe story of a little girl named Alice and a robot named Sparkle who explore the frontiers of science and technology together.

October 5, 2022
October 5, 2022

Bangladesh wins 1 silver and 5 bronze medals at Open World Astronomy Olympiad

The competition seeks to promote astronomy education, recognise bright students, and build worldwide academic relations.

August 18, 2022
August 18, 2022

The Reason Flat Earthers Exist

Flat earthers think that rebelling against all the evidence makes them look clever, but does it, really?

July 31, 2022
July 31, 2022

Evolution of alien theories

The idea of aliens existed before we even knew about outer space.

June 3, 2022
June 3, 2022

Scintilla Science Club to organise 65th Annual Science Festival

SHOUT, the youth supplement of The Daily Star, will host a workshop on science fiction story writing.

March 9, 2022
March 9, 2022

Celebrating women in STEM

Today, we are focusing on women who triumphed against all odds and have changed the world for the better through the field of science.

March 7, 2022
March 7, 2022

30 inspiring icons of women's empowerment

There are leaders and then there are icons who serve as inspiration. The following list contains just some of the names that motivate us to achieve our very best. These women serve as ideal role models for the future generation, irrespective of gender differences.

February 3, 2022
February 3, 2022

Roadblocks in research for women

Gender biases discourage women from pursuing careers in research.

July 27, 2021
July 27, 2021

Bacteria, and Other Gut Feelings

Our behaviour may directly affect the bacteria in our gut.