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
Microsoft Lumia 640 XL: High Flying Phablet
Microsoft releases the new Lumia 640XL phablet. It's powerplay is on the new OS update, the extended battery power and the excellent camera. We find out how it all works with the help of mini Batman
19 April 2015, 18:00 PM
Know your wheel lug nuts
Wheel lug nuts are like bass guitarists: very important but usually overlooked. Here's a helpful guide to keep your nuts tight and in place.
17 April 2015, 11:24 AM
The new name over at Radisson
Geir Sikko talks to us about hotel management career prospects and opening up a new business in Bangladesh
9 April 2015, 18:37 PM
Toy cars, but not really toy cars
Toy cars are the best possible things for kids when they are kids. Then they grow up and some of them still continue collecting their toys
31 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Blue Train Camry: 1992 turbo SV30
Comfortable, reliable cruiser gets turned into a bruiser with the help of some 3SGTE turbo goodness.
31 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Samsung Galaxy S6 edge: Edgy new boss
We got hold of the two S6 phones a while back and on day one we would see why people hold it as if it is the world's most expensive
29 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh isn't the worst, yet
Good news: Bangladesh isn't the worst at least not in terms of how we drive.
24 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Family heirloom: 1967 Toyota Corona RT40
A 60's automotive icon gets a fresh lease on life at the hands of a proud owner - 1967 Toyota Corona RT40.
17 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Samsung Galaxy A5
The Galaxy Alpha came out as a high end smartphone last year promising much but delivering little. The part-metal build was a
15 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Nosebleeds are sometimes cool
Everything scary has a beginning that people sometimes overlook.
9 March 2015, 18:00 PM
Microwonder 2014 Tata Nano Twist
More of a novelty, the Tata Nano promises great utility at the expense of excitement and beauty. In our crowded city, those last two may be a moot point.
9 September 2014, 18:01 PM
G'Five President G10: Promises
The President G10 offers all the standard support you expect from a smartphone these days at a price you can't beat. Our performance tests showed it came in just under the Samsung S3 and the Nexus 4.
31 August 2014, 18:00 PM
Diesel X-citement: 2014 BMW X5 xDrive25d
BMW introduces its 2014 X5 as a 2.0 turbo diesel with all kinds of electronic extras. It's also deceptively petrol-quick. Is diesel the new black?
15 July 2014, 18:07 PM
Turbo Sleeper: 2009 Toyota Axio GT
A typical Axio is a typically average, dull yet reliable family car. When it comes straight from the factory with a turbo, LSD and bigger brakes, you've got yourself a subtle dose of fun.
17 June 2014, 18:04 PM
Levin Large: Toyota AE92 Levin
A bone stock base model Levin converted to a very cool, jet-black, 4AGE powered daily driving funster. Consider this a how-to.
3 June 2014, 18:01 PM
Forbidden fruit: 2006 Lancer Evolution IX GSR
The GSR came with all the creature comfort kits to complement the fast bits. We find out why a slightly lowered, bone-stock 2006 Evolution IX GSR makes a perfect combo of monster acceleration and docile city transport.
27 March 2014, 18:02 PM
The wallet friendly SUV: 2014 Ford Ecosport
The Ford Ecosport: tiny but not that tiny, fun but not in the traditional sense, urban crossover that will tackle the dirt and mud you might want to drive over. It also puts a smaller dent in your wallet.
8 March 2014, 18:00 PM
Makeover: N16 Nissan Sunny 2.2 Diesel
The N16 Sunny diesel with a host of cool cosmetic mods from Nismo. These are not exciting cars per se, but they get the job done very well. These cars will ferry you where you need to go in relative comfort.
28 November 2013, 18:00 PM
Continuously Variable Pains?
CVT transmissions in Bangladesh and how not to break them.
7 November 2013, 18:08 PM
Yellow Boat: 1977 FIAT X1/9
A forgotten Fiat X1/9 seen rusting in a family garage is now brought back to life with a little turbo induction. Plenty of yellow paint turned this once lackluster performing car into a sprightly runabout. A proper restomod done right in Bangladesh.
20 September 2013, 05:41 AM