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Bangladesh may adopt India's 'waste-for-meals' idea

Nafew Sajed Joy

Imagine walking into a café where you don't need money to enjoy a meal. Instead, you hand over plastic waste-old bags, bottles, or food wrappers-and leave with a nutritious breakfast or lunch. This is not a dream, but a reality in several Indian cities, thanks to innovative "Garbage Cafés." These cafés are run by municipal ...

Tendency of perfectionism in Bangladeshi youth and their life choices

Nafew Sajed Joy

Every day, news of someone's death casts a shadow over the morning cup of tea and makes reading the newspaper feel like a burdensome task. Among these stories, the most heartbreaking are those that report the suicides of our youth-the very individuals who were supposed to shape the future of the nation. The relentless trend ...

A threat in disguise: Eucalyptus in Bangladesh

Nafew Sajed Joy

Trees are the lungs of our planet-essential not just for our environment, but for our very survival. They keep the air clean, protect the soil, shelter wildlife, and stabilize the climate. Experts suggest that at least a quarter of a country's land should be forest-covered to maintain ecological balance. But it's important to remember that ...

Political stability, economic growth will shape Bangladesh’s future

Nafew Sajed Joy

Bangladesh stands at a transformative crossroads, evolving into a beacon of progress and resilience. From remarkable strides in economic development to groundbreaking climate adaptation measures, this nation of over 170 million people is crafting a narrative of hope, innovation, and determination. Once primarily associated with vulnerabilities, Bangladesh is now celebrated for its achievements in infrastructure, ...

Artificial paper crisis poses a threat to our education

Nafew Sajed Joy

An artificial paper crisis is being created, leading to a profit of 3.45 billion BDT, according to a national newspaper. Even though the international market price of paper has not increased, domestic paper mill owners have repeatedly raised prices this year. During the textbook printing season, the price of paper has risen by at least ...

Breaking the silence: Addressing suicide awareness in Bangladesh

Nafew Sajed Joy

Every 40 seconds, someone's life is lost to suicide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 700,000 people die by suicide around the world each year. The vast majority of these deaths are the result of untreated mental health struggles. Issues like depression, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and substance addiction often lie at the heart ...

Strengthening disaster preparedness in Bangladesh

Nafew Sajed Joy

In times of disaster, the brave men and women of the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defense are often the first to respond. Whether it's fighting fires, rescuing people trapped under rubble, or rushing critically ill patients to the hospital, they put their lives on the line to protect others. As an emergency service under ...

Impacts of Assad’s fall on Bangladesh

Nafew Sajed Joy

The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria on 8 December, 2024 represents a profound shift in the political, social, and geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. The collapse of a family's regime that had ruled for over five decades is not only a domestic turning point for Syria but also carries wide-ranging impacts for ...