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DU student creates 1971 Liberation War time-lapse map from military perspective

Abrar Fahyaz, a Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) student at Dhaka University (DU), created a war time-lapse showcasing the 1971 Liberation War from a military perspective. 
25 September 2024, 12:02 PM

Stephen Forbes joins British Council in Bangladesh as the new Country Director

The British Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Forbes as the new Country Director for its Bangladesh operation.
22 September 2024, 12:36 PM

Murder at DU and JU: Must we emulate what we dismantled?

Destroying a regime is one thing; ensuring that its legacy doesn't infect the future is another.
19 September 2024, 16:47 PM

The end of conventional student politics and the systems that are replacing them

We asked around campuses of different universities and tried to find out why student politics failed, how it became a tool for violence, and what are the systems replacing them.
19 September 2024, 12:15 PM

How BRACU’s drone team – RaptorX – conducted relief operations in Feni

BRACU RaptorX, a drone team from BRAC University (BRACU) has successfully completed its mission of delivering relief materials like medicines, sanitary napkins, and dry food items to several remote flood-affected areas in Feni.
19 September 2024, 12:06 PM

Ultraman: Rising is a fresh rendition of a classic superhero franchise

Ultraman: Rising’s success lies in its ability to take a “superhero vs monster” setting and turn it into a tale of parenthood and growth.
19 September 2024, 10:21 AM

Calm amidst the chaos: Book and study cafes in the capital

From classes to coaching and then back to many of our boisterous families, students may struggle to find a place of quiet to rest or self-study in peace. However, the collective struggle of the student population has given rise to multitudes of reading/study cafes around the city where you can go to catch your breath.
19 September 2024, 10:16 AM

Is International Relations the right major for you?

IR dives into the fascinating world of diplomacy, global conflict resolution, and international cooperation, offering you the tools to understand how countries interact and make decisions that impact the world. That being said, is this major the right fit for you?
19 September 2024, 09:58 AM

Computer Science and Engineering or Software Engineering: Which major should you go for?

Despite the rudimentary similarities between CSE and SWE, the differences start to show at a higher level. SWE focuses more on software, basically the applied side of Computer Science. As such, rather than focusing on theoretical parts as much as CSE majors do, SWE majors focus on the practical side.
19 September 2024, 09:46 AM

205 Bangladeshis listed in latest Stanford/Elsevier's Top 2% Scientist Rankings

The Stanford/Elsevier's Top 2% Scientist Rankings lists the world's leading researchers.
18 September 2024, 12:39 PM

MIST’s Saraf Nawer wins world's largest student architecture competition

MIST's Saraf Nawer wins Inspireli Awards 2024 in architecture.
16 September 2024, 10:00 AM

A beginner’s guide to finding and applying for jobs on LinkedIn

Job hunting on LinkedIn can feel tiring and occasionally pointless but knowing how to efficiently look for and apply to jobs can help you make the most of this platform for your professional goals.
15 September 2024, 10:25 AM

The dark underbelly of student politics in medical colleges

Most medical colleges have recently banned politics on campus, while others are in the process of doing so. However, the pressing question remains: can we truly safeguard the student community from such continued brutality?
14 September 2024, 13:55 PM

Can we break free from the brain drain cycle?

Thousands of students and skilled professionals across Bangladesh face the dilemma of having to choose between staying in their homeland with little prospect for advancement or seeking alternatives abroad. The systemic challenges they encounter are indicative of deeper issues within Bangladesh's socio-economic condition.
14 September 2024, 13:46 PM

From Bangladesh to Silicon Valley: The Draper University Experience

Bangladeshi entrepreneur graduates from Draper University.
12 September 2024, 07:54 AM
12 September 2024, 04:00 AM

Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar appointed as Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University

BRAC University has announced the appointment of Dr Syed Ferhat Anwar as its new Vice-Chancellor, effective from Sep 11, 2024.
11 September 2024, 10:31 AM

AIUBian Europe Meetup 2024 held in Frankfurt, Germany

The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) European Alumni Meet 2024 was held in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 7, bringing together alumni from across Europe who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. 
9 September 2024, 09:58 AM

Prof. Dr Md Ashraful Hoque new VC of AUST

Prof. Dr Md Ashraful Hoque, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Islamic University of Technology (IUT), joined Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) as its Vice-Chancellor on September 5. 
9 September 2024, 09:46 AM

A new Linkin Park and an exciting new chapter for the band

Linkin Park returns with new vocalist Emily Armstrong.
7 September 2024, 06:41 AM