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5+ hour, 50+ min ago (25+ words) education governance'The Daily Star Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes We need education reforms that actually work...
We need education reforms that actually work
5+ hour, 55+ min ago (1179+ words) We need education reforms that actually work'The Daily Star Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes Continued use of post-bail "shown arrested" cases risks repeating past abuses Why Bangladesh should use FDI as…...
O, A Levels Awards: Prime Bank and Star join hands to recognise high achievers
15+ hour, 30+ min ago (181+ words) Prime Bank PLC has joined hands with The Daily Star as the title sponsor of the prestigious O and A Levels Awards, reaffirming its commitment to empowering youth and celebrating academic excellence across the nation. The upcoming edition will mark…...
Educational governance mustn’t regress
16+ hour, 51+ min ago (384+ words) Educational governance mustn't regress'The Daily Star Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes Column by Mahfuz Anam / The challenges before the prime minister Iran-US-Israel War / Endgames and lessons for Bangladesh International Day of…...
ISD roundtable highlights mentorship and collaboration on International Women’s Day
16+ hour, 43+ min ago (275+ words) International School Dhaka (ISD) organised a roundtable to mark International Women's Day 2026, bringing together women leaders from different sectors. The discussion, titled "Give to Gain: Empowering Women, Empowering the Nation," focused on collaboration, mentorship and resource-sharing, says a press release....
Faujdarhat Cadet College: A richly deserving recipient of the Independence Award 2026
17+ hour, 7+ min ago (589+ words) On March 5, the government announced the recipients of the country's highest civilian honour, the Independence Award, naming 15 distinguished individuals and five institutions. Khaleda Zia was listed first, while Faujdarhat Cadet College was placed second for its contribution to the Liberation…...
The psychological anatomy of becoming a doctor
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (915+ words) Trigger warning: The following article contains mentions of self-harm and suicide On the first day of medical college, the white apron feels almost ceremonial. It is worn with quiet pride, reverence, and the awareness that it symbolises years of sacrifice....
What needs to change to accommodate environmental science graduates?
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (499+ words) But should reality really be this bleak?" Environmental sciences is far from a niche field. Mobility frameworks have an inclination towards pure and industrial research, consultancy, policy work and even corporate agility. These are the norms for nations that are…...
My crash course in journalism at UF’s Summer Media Institute
5+ day, 21+ min ago (697+ words) My crash course in journalism at UF's Summer Media Institute'The Daily Star Copyright: Any unauthorized use or reproduction of The Daily Star content for commercial purposes Symbolic progress can only take women's empowerment so far Why public service reform should…...
NSU students organise protests against sexual violence
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (329+ words) Students of North South University (NSU) held protests on March 5 and 8 outside Gate No. 8 of the university campus to protest what they describe as continued complacency by the Government of Bangladesh, elected officials, and law enforcement authorities in addressing the…...