Kashfia Arfa: Fuelling Change in Motorsports
Racing in Bangladesh was always considered a “men’s sport.” But last month, history was made, as one female racer rose against all odds. Kashfia Arfa, at merely 20 years of age, not only participated but also secured 6th position in…
How to Deal with an Identity Crisis at Your Wedding
It’s the big day; you’re sitting next to your fiancé, ready to get hitched at long last. The makeup artist has done a splendid job, especially with your eyes. The golden-brown combination really compliments your red saree. The foundation is…
Do the Protests in Israel Represent a Chance for a Hopeful Outcome?
After the bodies of six Israeli hostages shot in Gaza were discovered, mass protests erupted in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other locations on September 1. Led by the country’s largest trade union, Histadrut, nearly half a million Israelis took to…
Of Graft and Daft Scandals
Before the anti-quota protests began in July, other matters were keeping the public mind occupied. This included, but was not limited to, scandals facing the public sector. What followed was a strong skepticism in the inner workings of the government.…