Clubs serve as the guardians of football culture around the world. The contributions of football clubs have always been valued for their role in consistently producing players, nurturing new talents and popularising the game. Clubs develop players and provide opportunities for national

We studied the ‘Kuznets Hypothesis’ or Kuznets's proposition during our student days, which is a rather fascinating bourgeois strategy. The proponent of this idea was Simon Kuznets, an economist who won the Nobel Prize in 1971. The core argument of this theory is that

As Bangladesh transitions into a new era of economic growth and social change, Generation Z emerges as a crucial force in the workforce. The role of Generation Z in the workforce is not just about economic contribution; it also involves safeguarding Bangladeshi sentiment—a concept

A bicameral legislature is a type of legislative system consisting of two separate chambers, where one chamber is considered the 'upper house' and the other the 'lower house.' In such a system, a balance of power or 'checks and balances' is ensured during

As Generation Z takes its place in the workforce, the employment landscape in Bangladesh is undergoing a significant transformation. This dynamic generation, born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, brings with it a set of workplace expectations that reflect their distinct values and

Professor Muhammad Yunus, the global advocate for the poor and the pride of Bangladesh, is currently serving as the Chief Adviser of the interim government. His legacy as the founder of Grameen Bank has made him a beacon of hope for millions worldwide. Through Grameen Bank, he has

The exit of Sheikh Hasina in response to widespread protests and demonstrations has changed the status quo in Bangladesh. It is to be expected that this development would have implications on India, which shares a 4,000-km border with Bangladesh, including along the strategic North East.

The failed assassination attempt on former US President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump over the weekend could well be the gamechanger of the 2024 US presidential polls. The picture of Trump with an injured ear, blood streaming down his face but resilient and

The attempted assassination of former US President and current Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump marks a dark new chapter in American politics. This attack is not just a threat to Trump's life but a broader assault on democracy and the fundamental right of the people to

More than a month into summer 2024, the vast majority of the U.S. population has experienced an extreme heat wave. Millions of people were under heat warnings across the western U.S. in early July or sweating through humid heat in the East. Death Valley hit a dangerous 129 degrees

On 9-11 July, Washington will host a NATO summit marking the 75th anniversary of the Alliance. According to its organisers, it will be held amid the alleged deterioration of European security. Representatives of 32 member states and other invited countries and organisations will discuss

Yesterday, while discussing the conspiracies against Bangladesh regarding the export of its gas resources, Sheikh Hasina, daughter of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu, did not mention her crucial role to stop it. It was because of Sheikh Hasina's steadfast stance that Khaleda

The world has steadily grown more violent, witnessing the highest number of state-based conflicts since 1946. According to a new conflict trend analysis, the past three years have been the most violent in the last three decades. Last year was one of the most turbulent since the end of the

Youths growing up in the era of emerging technology and social media struggle to grasp the importance of mainstream media, as genuine journalism in Bangladesh has significantly dwindled. Journalism in Bangladesh has become a shrinking occupation, facing challenges in revival and

India sees Bangladesh as a “close and valued neighbour” with rapidly growing capabilities. For India, Bangladesh is the converging point of its “Neighbourhood First” and “Act East” policies besides the SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region)

This question was posed by Mr. Gokul Chand Das, Member, Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority IDRA) at the Asia banking and Finance Magazine Awards ceremony in Singapore in July 2018, where Guardian Life won three awards. A very positive discussion ensued during which I

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was released from jail in Britain on Monday (June 24) after agreeing to a deal with United States authorities. The 52-year-old Australian editor and publisher was found guilty the following day of a single charge of espionage as part of this agreement

In an effort to maintain economic stability and reduce inflation to 6.5%, a budget of Tk7,97,000 crore has been announced for the fiscal year 2024-25, with a target of achieving a 6.75% GDP growth. This budget is Tk35,215 crore (4.62%) higher than the Tk7,61,785 crore budget for the

In recent years, global climate change has increased the frequency and intensity of natural disasters. One such disaster, Cyclone Remal, has wreaked havoc in Bangladesh, a country that frequently faces the wrath of nature. However, a disturbing trend has emerged: while one part of the

Generally, demographic dividend is seen as a window of opportunity for accelerating economic growth. But to unlock the opportunities of demographic dividend a country needs to introduce timely plans and initiatives. Obviously, the world has seen instances that despite blessed with