Category: Cover Story

When you imagine life in the universe, what comes to mind first? Maybe aliens with big green heads, or colonies on Mars with red deserts stretching for miles. But what if I told you that the real secret hideouts of alien life might not be red and dusty—but white, frozen,...

When you look up at the night sky, what do you see? You might see a scattering of bright stars, the pale glow of the Moon, or if you’re lucky, the swirling tail of a comet. But what if I told you that the person who will step onto Mars,...

The July sun hung heavy over Dhaka, casting long shadows across narrow alleys and fading balconies. In a small, aging flat in Uttara, 16-year-old Naima stood on her fourth-floor balcony. Her black hair was tied back in a messy ponytail. Her eyes, bright and curious, scanned the street below where...

“Ami fire ashbo na, Ma. Kintu tomar shonar Bangla abar jonmodibe—ei shongshoye ami jachhi.” — Last words of Rifat, age 22, student of Dhaka University, killed on July 15, 2024 A year has passed since Bangladesh’s heart split open on the heated asphalt of its cities and villages. It’s been...

“The Roar of Rockets, the Silence of Love” It all began not with the smell of grilled meat or the sparkle of new clothes, but with a silence. Not the silence of peace — but the kind of silence that wraps around your heart like a cold wind, making it...

The sky over Gaza used to be full of kites. Children with bare feet and bright eyes would gather on rooftops, chasing wind with colored paper wings. They’d laugh, shout, and let their worries fly higher than the rubble around them. Reem, who was three, once held a red kite...

Nasif leaned against the window of his father’s luxurious car, staring at a busy Dhaka street. The city was alive with the excitement of Eid approaching—shops filled with dazzling clothes, the aroma of delicious sweets in the air, and children laughing as they ran between the market stalls. But something...

For centuries, the Indian subcontinent has been a cradle of knowledge, where the pursuit of learning was not merely an intellectual endeavor but a spiritual journey. The arrival of Islam in the region heralded a new era of scholarship, establishing a rich educational tradition that seamlessly wove together religious sciences...

History, as we know it, is an ever-turning wheel that refuses to stop, despite many attempts to rewind it. From the days of Cain, Abu Jahl, and Pharaoh down to modern dictators, the recurring theme of authoritarian oppression has been all too familiar. Yet, in each era, there emerges a...

As the world ushers in 2025, the pages of history seem to whisper a narrative of struggle, resilience, and hope. This year stands on the cusp of monumental change, not merely because of the ticking clock, but because of the seismic shifts that humanity witnessed in the preceding years. Across...

Shihab’s heart thudded in his chest as he stood before the towering gates of Dream Learning Academy (DLA), his new school. It was nothing like his small, familiar neighborhood school back in Al-Qadim. This was a sprawling campus with futuristic buildings, tall trees, and even a pond shimmering in the...

In recent months, the world has witnessed an unrelenting siege on Gaza that has reshaped not only the region’s physical landscape but the psychological well-being of countless Palestinians, especially its youth. The deprivation of food, water, and essential resources has morphed into a weapon of psychological warfare, affecting both those...

Following the imposition of a curfew during the student protests, graffiti reading “Killer Hasina” appeared on walls, accompanied by harsh words directed at the police. The severe breakdown in police-community relations led to significant attacks on law enforcement, a consequence of the police being perceived as a partisan force. Despite...

The student movement that recently overthrew the autocratic regime of Sheikh Hasina stands as a testament to the indomitable power of young minds in shaping the future of a nation. It was not the seasoned politicians or the established leaders who ignited this flame, but the vibrant, impassioned youth of...

The controversial chapter of Sheikh Hasina’s rule in Bangladesh has concluded. After 15 years of contentious governance, the female leader faced a student-led uprising and mass public discontent, ultimately leading her to flee the country. Despite her intentions to cling to power until the very end, standing on the bloodshed...

“In the Western world, rising ‘deaths of despair’ and declining birth rates result from complex factors. One possible cause is what sociologist Richard Sennett calls the ‘spectre of uselessness.’ This feeling arises not only from work-related redundancy but also from a deeper existential sense of being crowded out in an...

Modern armed conflicts exhibit a distinct trend. In addition to the large number of civilian casualties, the picture of gross negligence in security is becoming more and more visible. This trend persists, ranging from the war in Ukraine or Gaza to the violence in Sudan or Myanmar. Another problem is...

The significance of sacrifice in a believer’s life is limitless. The second-largest festival for Muslims is Eid-ul-Azha, which symbolizes the importance of sacrifice in a Muslim’s life. The word ‘Qurban’ is used instead of Qurbani in the Holy Quran. In the hadith, instead of using the word ‘Qurbani’, words like...

The plight of children in Bangladesh amidst the escalating climate crisis is a stark reminder of the disproportionate impact environmental changes have on the young. The nation, cradled by the mighty rivers of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna, faces a relentless battle against the rising tides and ferocious weather patterns...

An old but ever-important saying is that education is the backbone of a nation. So if a nation has to survive with a straight spine, there is no alternative to education. It is through education that a person becomes disciplined. The population of advanced and modern countries is 100% literate....