Column by Mahfuz Anam: 35th anniversary of The Daily Star / When independent newspapers burn, so does democracy
24 April 2026, 00:00 AM
THE THIRD VIEW
Climate change demands a smarter approach to healthcare
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Interview / ‘Even BNP is not beyond ICT’s reach if it commits crimes against humanity’
11 hour(s) ago
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How to grow more rice without draining the land
23 April 2026, 08:00 AM
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Rethinking canal dredging to improve flood management
23 April 2026, 10:00 AM
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Ecocide is hard to litigate, but we must still demand accountability
23 April 2026, 12:00 PM
MIND THE GAP
Global buyers must share the cost in RMG’s green transition
23 April 2026, 09:00 AM
RMG NOTES
When a cartoon becomes a crime, again
22 April 2026, 08:00 AM
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Nutritional literacy can reduce healthcare costs in Bangladesh
22 April 2026, 13:00 PM
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How poor governance broke Bangladesh's immunisation model
22 April 2026, 10:00 AM
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How well did we play in 2023?
In the world of sports, Bangladeshi women’s and men’s teams for cricket and football have had an eventful year.
29 December 2023, 02:58 AM
2023 was the year of inflation
In Bangladesh, 2023 was the year of inflation.
29 December 2023, 02:00 AM
What Bangladesh can do before COP29
Bangladesh can bank on the decision of renewable and energy efficiency.
29 December 2023, 01:00 AM
Strong local government for developing democracy
A stable union parishad is crucial for the long-term development of rural communities and the strengthening of democracy.
29 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Resolutions for 2024
Eating less and battling calories have been pains of the highest order. But little do we know that our minds have everything to do with our appetite.
28 December 2023, 04:00 AM
Rohingya refugees: Forsaken and forgotten
Rohingya refugees remain stuck in a limbo with no effective solution to the crisis in sight.
28 December 2023, 01:00 AM
Our child labour issue needs urgent attention
Immediate policy action is required in order to reverse this increase in child labour.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Energy-poor Bangladesh and its transition obligations
There will be no short-term solution to Bangladesh's energy woes unless the economy and dollar inflow improve.
27 December 2023, 14:00 PM
Anti-Semitism, anti-Zionism, and a cancelled exhibition
Anti-Semitism is defined as hostility or prejudice against Jewish people, while anti-Zionism opposes the movement to create a Jewish state and the occupation of Palestinian land.
27 December 2023, 02:00 AM
Forced voting to fool the world?
It is clear why Awami League is so desperate to make January 7, 2024 look like a genuine competition, without any real competitors.
27 December 2023, 01:00 AM
Why has combating dengue become a Herculean task?
Preventing dengue does not depend solely upon the activities of city authorities.
27 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Marrakesh Treaty: Progress still elusive for the visually impaired
The treaty can play a pivotal role in fostering a knowledge-based economy by empowering visually impaired individuals with access to a wealth of information.
26 December 2023, 04:00 AM
Has Awami League delivered on its promise of quality education for all?
In 2008, the party promised to achieve ambitious goals. So, what have we achieved after over a decade?
25 December 2023, 14:00 PM
Muzharul Islam: A ‘vastukalabid’ for modern Bengal
Described as the doyen of Bangladesh’s architecture, Muzharul Islam introduced modernism in the country as well as the highest ideals of the craft.
25 December 2023, 11:30 AM
Can we build a more powerful space telescope?
Exploring the cosmos: from ground-based telescopes to revolutionary space observatories
25 December 2023, 04:00 AM
Message to the West on Christmas: Remember humanity
Had Jesus Christ been in Palestine today and seen the remnants of humanity lying under the rubble in Gaza, he would have mourned and wept.
25 December 2023, 02:00 AM
Will Trump be on the ballot?
His role in starting an insurrection complicates the situation.
24 December 2023, 15:00 PM
How do we describe the upcoming election?
With the national election still two weeks away, many national and international observers have already termed it as a farce or “staged election.”
24 December 2023, 13:00 PM
Unveiling the silent crisis of men's mental health issues
A matter often swept under the rug due to societal norms and stigmatisation, men's mental health remains a topic unspoken.
24 December 2023, 10:54 AM
Why do other parties need AL’s concessions to win election?
Why can't candidates of Jatiya Party, JSD and Workers Party win the election if the Awami League does not give up the competition for them?
24 December 2023, 10:41 AM