Why literature curricula in schools fail to instil the love of reading
30 January 2026, 17:00 PM
Education
To exist in two places at once…
30 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Fiction
Survival should not cost them their souls
30 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Fiction
The Proust effect
29 January 2026, 12:00 PM
Explained
Heavy school bags and the burden of our inaction
29 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Rising Stars
Structure of the local government system in Bangladesh: Explained
29 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Explained
Five international writing competitions for high school students
28 January 2026, 22:00 PM
Opportunities
Reader submission / Alone and lonely
26 January 2026, 19:57 PM
Fiction
Through fragments, Tadattwo Onneshan pieces together the forgotten
17 January 2026, 17:22 PM
Pop culture
Movies / Love, secrets, and family in Monsoon Wedding
14 January 2026, 15:51 PM
Off Campus
The importance of mental health education in schools
Mental health education needs to be more than motivational posters in hallways and pamphlets on notice boards; students need to know that their struggles with mental health are normal and that there are adequate resources to help them navigate through them.
16 June 2025, 10:00 AM
A weekend to remember
It was a reminder of how important it is to take time for family and cherish those special moments together.
11 June 2025, 11:59 AM
What it takes to get into top US universities
What does it really take to get in? We sat down with students who made it this year, sharing their journeys and well-earned wisdom.
29 May 2025, 05:00 AM
Mom-sense: The logic I only began to understand after I turned 20
The older I got, the more I realised those no’s weren’t roadblocks; they were safety nets.
11 May 2025, 13:37 PM
From Honduras to Dhaka: How IB transformed my daughter’s future
While the opportunity to move was exciting, moving from San Pedro Sula, Honduras to Dhaka meant uprooting a life we had just begun to rebuild.
27 April 2025, 11:14 AM
Recognising high achievers at the 24th O & A Level Awards
On April 26, 2025, The Daily Star hosted the 24th edition of its prestigious O & A Level Awards at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Dhaka Bypass Expressway, Sector 4, Purbachal.
27 April 2025, 10:13 AM
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
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
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
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
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
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
The internet’s favourite celebrity animals
People love a good laugh, a daily dose of adorableness, or even a dramatic pet with attitude.
30 January 2025, 13:05 PM
Delving into the rich world of learning classical music
Learning classical music entails appreciating the technical and aesthetic aspects of music, developing a strong musical foundation, and immersing oneself in a world of endless learning.
30 January 2025, 04:00 AM