Star Youth

Star Youth

Five digital platforms for journaling

Here we have compiled five digital platforms that elevate the art of journaling into a convenient and paperless delight.

5d ago

The life altering mundanity of adulthood

As an adult, you’re constantly exhausted. You have no idea where your money goes. You’re not sure if you even want to know.

6d ago

Of de-extinct ‘dire wolves’ and the importance of science communication

The language of science is one that is heavy with jargon, and rarely communicates well to anyone not well-versed in that field to begin with.

1w ago

Bangladeshi Shomy Hasan Chowdhury named World Economic Forum Young Global Leader 2025

Shomy Hasan Chowdhury, an award-winning WASH Activist and development professional from Bangladesh, has been named to the prestigious World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders (YGL) Class of 2025.

1w ago

On female friendships and the value of community

Women are cultivating deeper and more meaningful relationships to find emotional nourishment and a sense of acceptance.

1m ago

It is time we stop framing resolutions as yearly goals

Instead of framing our resolutions as yearly goals, we could instead opt to break them into daily or weekly goals.

1m ago

Dealing with digital clutter

The importance of digital organisation cannot be overstated

1m ago

The necessity of having mindful conversations with parents

Having mindful conversations is about fostering a culture of mutual understanding and emotional depth.

1m ago

Keeping up with your vaccines

A dividend from immunisation is a future free from the diseases that rob communities of health and well-being, a future free of these unwanted ailments.

Why you should be concerned about your trail of digital footprint

The things you do online can be picked up by advertisers, future employers, and even cybercriminals. This can sometimes spill over into your real life, shaping opportunities or causing problems.

Empathy fatigue: A troubling reality plaguing our society

Despite my best efforts to practice empathy – to offer a kind word, to share what I have – it often feels futile in an environment that seems to reward apathy.

Living in Dhaka with chronic respiratory issues

Dhaka’s polluted air isn’t just a statistic — it’s a daily, life-altering challenge.

2m ago

Musings of a once avid reader

Books held a very precious place in my life, and that would always be the case. I would make sure of it.

2m ago

What you need to know before purchasing a Kindle

Kindle transforms how you read and allows you to focus on the joy of reading, no matter where you are.

2m ago

How stress eating might put you at risk of prediabetes

The food items we typically reach for, loaded with excessive sugar and unhealthy fats, can do more harm than good.

2m ago

Shared spaces, shared lives

Sharing a room with your sibling is undoubtedly arduous yet rewarding in several ways.

3m ago

Empathy fatigue: A troubling reality plaguing our society

Despite my best efforts to practice empathy – to offer a kind word, to share what I have – it often feels futile in an environment that seems to reward apathy.

3m ago

Doomscrolling done right

Even if staying up-to-date with these occurrences takes a toll on our mental health, can we turn a blind eye to it when the world is burning?

4m ago

Challenges women face when trying to play in public spaces

For women, safety is a prerequisite for participation but even then, it is rarely if ever ensured.  

4m ago

MajhaMajhi’s performance art exploring wellness and the concept of shadow work

MajhaMajhi’s art performance at Dhaka Flow wasn’t just for entertainment. It was a call to action – a chance to confront our shadows and embark on a journey of self-empowerment.

4m ago

A master procrastinator’s guide on how not to procrastinate

Procrastinating may be a guilty pleasure or even a coping mechanism for many of us. However, it is undeniable that the guilt of procrastination devours us from within and is detrimental to our mental well-being. If so, how exactly can we untangle ourselves from its sticky threads?

4m ago