Online but unprotected: Why our kids need cyber literacy, not just internet access
In many developing nations, digital access has arrived faster than digital safety. And our children are caught in the middle.
22 July 2025, 16:08 PM
The Gentle Giants: How our fathers loved us without saying a word
Bangladeshi fathers, particularly those who came of age in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, weren’t built for emotional declarations.
15 June 2025, 10:55 AM
#Perspective / The big Eid detox: Because that wasn’t just one cheat day
While you should indulge because, let’s be honest, Eid is about love, family, and licking rezala off your elbow, it’s not a bad idea to also plan a bit of a comeback. A soft, digestive reboot.
5 June 2025, 10:00 AM
Views / Crushing progress: The e-rickshaw dilemma in Dhaka
In the chaos of Dhaka traffic, one vehicle has quietly taken over: the battery-powered three-wheeler, often called the ‘Tesla’, not the sleek one from Silicon Valley, but the Bangladeshi kind.
15 May 2025, 07:41 AM
Curated Cars: The Dhaka Car Show that finally got it right
May 1 and 2 gave us something rare. A proper show. Curated Cars wasn’t just another excuse to hang out and say, “Bro, my car faster.” This was for the real enthusiasts—the ones who actually know what a Jaguar S-Type is and don’t think a McLaren is just a footballer. So what did they do differently?
11 May 2025, 11:12 AM
The Flying Slipper: A tribute to moms, discipline, and the gentle art of terror
This Mother’s Day, celebrate the iconic South Asian flip-flop — more than footwear, it was a symbol of maternal authority, discipline, and reflex training, shaping generations with precision throws, psychological warfare, and unforgettable love wrapped in chappal justice.
11 May 2025, 10:12 AM
Views / Paved paradise and put up a footpath: Why air purifiers alone won’t save Dhaka’s lungs
Recently, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has announced a plan to install air purifiers in 50 spots around the city.
30 April 2025, 10:18 AM
Why saving money from an early age could be the best gift you give your child (or yourself)
Ever caught yourself saying, “If only I had started saving earlier…”?
29 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Thinking up solutions
Your work plans can be broken down into weekly chunks where you set a particular day as your starting point.
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM
4 things that could kill your ambition
The outcome of most things that you do in life is often influenced by your mindset and how that makes you interact with the world.
23 July 2015, 18:00 PM
REVIEW: Symphony Xplorer ZVI - Sleek metal powerhouse
Symphony's Z series nomenclature continues this time as the sixth generation.
12 July 2015, 18:00 PM
7 ways to drive safely in a flood without dying
Normally people drive through water and they don't die. So what happens when our city roads get submerged? Our cars can die. Here's how yours can survive.
30 June 2015, 18:00 PM
Curvaceous class: 2015 Mercedes Benz C250
Smooth, efficient, reliable and drop dead gorgeous. There's no doubt the Germans know how make luxury automobiles, but what is it like to actually drive one?
23 June 2015, 18:00 PM
Skylines R34 from Autoart, Kinsmart and Hotwheels
The R34 is special. It is a technical wizard that easily out handles cars several times the price. But more than that, it is also a movie star. We have an Autoart 1:18 on hand as well as a couple of smaller, sibling R34s from our own stash.
19 June 2015, 07:35 AM
You are more than just a job title
We get so caught up in our jobs we start to believe that we are the title only and nothing else. Well, we're not.
18 June 2015, 18:00 PM
The most important tool for any organisation isn't a tool, it's the people
Any company big or small is defined by its people. Make a wrong choice in selecting the candidate or nurturing the existing one and it
11 June 2015, 18:00 PM
Oppo N3: Head turning shooter
Oppo is one of those new companies that are worrying the big players. Couple of years ago it was just an upstart of a name, an entry into a fiercely competitive and fickle
7 June 2015, 18:00 PM
Supernatural cars from Greenlight
Fans of the show or just fans of cool old yank tanks can equally enjoy the 1:64 Impala, Road Runner and Charger
5 June 2015, 13:34 PM
Zippy Family Fun: 2015 Toyota Vios
The 2015 model is the third generation Toyota Vios, a name that means 'moving forward' in Latin. Time to find out how far it has moved forward.
26 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Tofu shop rebirth: 2012 Toyota GT86
The GT86 is the ultimate homage to the amazing AE86 and to an extent the 2000GT. We test drive and find out that the hype does in fact meet reality.
19 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Urban Escape: 2015 Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is a compact crossover. As such it promises more car-like features and handling but with the added magic of an SUVs ground crushing power. We drive the 2.0 Ecoboost.
12 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Time to add Greenlight 1:64 cars to your collection
Have you heard of Greenlight? They start with 1:64 scale. What you get is beautifully sculpted cars with rubber wheels and engine detail. Should you get some?
12 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Autoart Trueno AE86
Most petrolheads want a real AE86. There are only two life-size AE86 Truenos in Bangladesh and we can't import any old cars. So if you want one, this incredibly detailed scale size is your best bet.
12 May 2015, 06:06 AM
How not to accessorise your car
Style is subjective to location, money and passing of puberty. Cars are an expression of style and individuality.
11 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Kinsmart's pull-back goodies and a brilliant Subaru
Kinsmart specializes in licensed die-cast pull back cars and occasionally produces gems like this Subaru Imprezza. Here's everything about Kinsmart cars and what to avoid.
5 May 2015, 18:00 PM
Huawei Honor Holly: Unassuming fighter
The Huawei Honor Holly isn't a name that's easy to throw around. When you look at the specs though, you wouldn't mind throwing those figures around in bragging discussions among friends.
3 May 2015, 18:01 PM
Sharp suited: 2011 Toyota Vitz RS
The Vitz, also known as Yaris, always did what it was asked but had limitations. It just wasn't cool. It was a toaster with a couple of added features. So what happens when Toyota adds an RS badge?
21 April 2015, 18:00 PM
8 tips on how to win dirt-track racing with almost any car
The 2015 Bangladesh Rallycross organized by CEMS last week was the second of its kind. Some cars aced it. Others were beached like a whale. Others were sliding off trying to regain control. Here are the 'whys' and 'why nots'.
21 April 2015, 18:00 PM