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Jute, Bangladesh and a new narrative

In the pursuit of something trendy, something easy and affordable, we are losing sight of one crucial aspect: sustainability. Bangladesh’s high jute production presents an excellent opportunity for us to step in and re-capture a market that is constantly in need. Although the Golden Era for jute — the Golden Fibre — is spoken in past tense, based on current global demand and as nations come together to create a sustainable future — a second coming is just across the horizon. 

Gas from thawing permafrost could add further to global warming: study

Arctic permafrost that is thawing due to global warming is releasing greenhouse gases, further compounding the problem of climate change, according to a study released on Thursday.

Event / Second Round of Hult Prize at BUET

October 29, 2015 marked a busy morning at the BUET Civil Building. Despite the mid-term break, the Civil Building was bustling with students in formal attire from as early as 9 am. The Secondary Round of the Hult Prize at BUET was about to commence.

For the love of caffeine

International Coffee Organisation has declared 1 October as International Coffee Day. The day will be marked by holding special events, offering discounted coffees, etc.

World breaks new heat records in July: US scientists

July was the hottest month in history, and the first seven months of the year were also the warmest since modern record-keeping began.