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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....
In nutrition, diet refers to the total food intake of an individual or organism. The term often suggests a specific nutritional plan for health or weight management. While humans are omnivorous, food preferences or restrictions may vary across cultures and individuals, often influenced by taste, ethics, or religious beliefs. Choices...
Who says democracy is dying? More than half of the world’s population will vote in national elections in more than 70 countries this year. Never before have so many countries in the world gone to the polls in the same year. From that point of view, the year is going...
“This writing is for you, my dear.” I became disinterested after writing so much in the notebook. I am sitting under the sun of a sandy evening sky, surrounded by flickering neon signs. My gaze diverts itself from the glittering neon signs and unintentionally pierces through the restaurant’s glass, heading...
What is happening in the education sector of Bangladesh? What is the reference country for education that can be replicated in Bangladesh? Tanzania or Finland? There is a lot of discussion and criticism about the new curriculum. Teachers are struggling to understand various aspects of the curriculum. Parents are worried...
Incubators of newborn babies bombed, Intensive Care Units targeted, children buried under rubbles, hospitals hacked, war on infirmaries unleashed, ambulances riddled with IDF bullets, cradles caved in, buildings bulldozed, wedding ceremony turns into funeral, mosque domes demolished, helpless mass people face massacre in total mess and darkness – that is...
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