Is Cancel Culture a Double-Edged Sword of Mob Mentality, or a Weapon of the Frustrated Against Those in Power?
Cancel culture is a popularized contemporary trend of ostracism wherein one, typically with a prominent public platform or career, gets culturally blocked from or thrust out of their social and professional circles after substantial evidence of them surfaces saying something…
Demi Lovato is non-binary and is changing their pronouns from she/her to they/them; what does it mean?
What is it to be non-binary? Non-binary people don't identify as male or female, and tend not to conform to gender norms of either. The idea of a 'male' or a 'female' is well established, but some people identify as…
Domestic Violence in Bangladesh: Is the Pandemic a Cause or an Excuse?
A 40-year-old woman was stabbed to death allegedly by her husband over a family dispute in Dhaka's Pallabi area according to police last Saturday. The deceased has been identified as Umama Begum Kanak, wife of Omar Faruk. An altercation broke…
The Controversial Ascent of Tangia Zaman Methila as Miss Universe Bangladesh 2020
On the eve of 4th April, the title of Flora Bank Miss Universe 2020 was crowned to Tangia Zaman Methila. This announcement was met with huge public backlash and disappointment. The model has been a source of many controversies lately.…
The Reality and Horrors of Child Grooming
Faking emotional relationships and friendships with young children with the intention to exploit them is ‘Child Grooming’. The innocence of childhood is snatched off and the freedom of adulthood is stolen away for the victims of child grooming. In my…
Golden is the New Green: Saving Bangladesh with Sonali Bags
From the sachets of shampoos to take away packs, the dominance of plastic is everywhere. Although it is considered to be a miracle component in the field of science, it has a devastating impact on our environment and health. A…
Why We Need to Get Our Facts Straight about the Liberation War
I remember I was in fourth grade. Our Bangla teacher threw a question on the house – ‘What led to the liberation war in 1971?’ All of us spiraled into a discussion, concluding that the war ensued due to the…
Biden Inauguration Marks the Beginning of the Road to Healing and Recovery
As Joseph R. Biden became the 46th president of the United States, there were already signs of progress. Kamala Harris is the first Black, South Asian, and woman to be Vice President of the United States. Her husband is the…
Asexuality: A Misunderstood Orientation
For ages, sexual orientations other than heterosexuality have faced discrimination. In the 21st Century, we have seen an influx of support for the LGBTQIA+ community as well as mainstream media ensuring the representation of this community. But unfortunately, we do…
Capitol Hill Breach Marks One of the Darkest Days in US History
Congressional sessions meant to finalize the 2020 presidential election winner were abruptly interrupted on Jan. 6 as Trump supporters crowded, infiltrated and spread mayhem at Capitol Hill. Jan. 6 is ordinarily a day when members of Congress come together to…
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