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## Gen Z Drinks Less Alcohol Than Any Other Adult Generation

2026-09-16. Source: Time Magazine.

Gen Z is drinking less than older generations, with only 62% of U.S. adults under 35 consuming alcohol—down from 72% in the early 2000s. Health awareness, social media influence, and the rise of sober-curious lifestyles are key drivers. Fewer in-person events, wellness-focused venues, and sober bars are also shaping this generational shift toward reduced alcohol consumption.

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##  AIUB hosts friendly football match with Palestinian Students' Union in Bangladesh

2026-09-16. Source: Dhaka Tribune.

The American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB) hosted a friendly football match with the General Union of Palestinian Students in Bangladesh, fostering camaraderie and strengthening ties. AIUB won 5-2. The event, held at AIUB's Permanent Campus, included esteemed guests like AIUB's Ishtiaque Abedin and Shania Mahia Abedin, and Palestine's Ziad MH Hamad. A prize-giving ceremony and an educational collaboration meeting between AIUB and Palestinian representatives highlighted discussions on academic cooperation. This event reflects AIUB's dedication to cultural exchange and global cooperation.

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## Bangladesh girls qualify for their first Youth Asia Cup, and the men's youth team wins the AHF Cup

2026-09-17. Source: Dhaka Tribune.

Bangladesh's women's hockey team made history by defeating Singapore 7-1 to qualify for the Youth Asia Cup for the first time, finishing as runners-up in the Junior AHF Cup Hockey. The men's team also secured a spot in the Youth Asia Cup by winning the AHF Cup, defeating China 4-2. Rakibul Hasan scored twice, with Amirul Islam and Mohammad Joy adding one goal each. The women's team showcased a strong team effort, with goals from Nadira Ema, Sanjida Moni, Kona Akter, Airin Riya, Sonia Khatun, and Arpita Pal.

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## Sagor, son of a tea seller will represent Bangladesh in Paris Olympics

2026-09-16. Source: Zoom Bangla News.

Sagor Islam, son of a tea seller, has qualified for the Paris Olympics by reaching the recurve semi-finals at the World Quota Tournament in Antalya, Turkey. Despite losing in the semis, his achievement is a testament to his mother Selina's dedication, who supported her four children by running a tea shop in Rajshahi after her husband's death. Inspired by her resilience, Sagar pursued archery, eventually joining BKSP. Selina's pride in Sagor's accomplishments shines through as she hopes for his success on the world stage, continuing Bangladesh's Olympic legacy alongside athletes like Siddiqur Rahman and Roman Sana.

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##  IUB EEE students secure Silver Award in UK design challenge

2026-09-16. Source: Dhaka Tribune.

A team from Independent University, Bangladesh's (IUB) EEE Department won the Silver Award in the 2023-24 Efficiency for Access Design Challenge, UK, for their solar-powered gear pump, enhancing water pumping efficiency for irrigation. The virtual announcement followed IUB's consecutive Gold wins in 2022 and 2023. The team, comprising Celestine Gomes, Sayed Alam, and Sabrine Islam, developed a project to improve water flow and reduce energy use. Their work, along with three other IUB projects, received USD 4,350 from UK Aid and IKEA Foundation for prototype development. Supervised by Dr. Khosru Mohammad Salim, the projects were developed at IUB’s Green Energy Research Center. The coalition promotes affordable, efficient appliances to enhance global access to clean energy.

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## Trump has announced plans to issue green cards to all foreign college students

2026-09-20. Source: The New York times.

Former President Donald J. Trump initially proposed granting automatic green cards to all foreign college students graduating in the US, marking a reversal from his previous immigration policies targeting high-skilled workers and students. However, his campaign's press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, quickly clarified that any such program would involve rigorous vetting. The vetting process, she explained, would exclude individuals deemed to be communists, radical Islamists, Hamas supporters, America detractors, or those likely to become public charges. Furthermore, the policy would specifically benefit highly skilled graduates capable of making substantial contributions to the United States.

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## Every day, around 2,000 children lose their lives due to air pollution

2026-09-21. Source: Kaler Kantho.

A recent report highlighted air pollution as the second leading cause of premature death globally, responsible for 8.1 million deaths in 2021, or about 12% of all deaths. According to UNICEF and the Health Effects Institute, this surpasses other major risk factors like tobacco use and poor diet. Alarmingly, over 700,000 children under five years old died due to air pollution, with indoor use of dirty fuels like coal and wood contributing significantly, particularly in Africa and Asia. Pallavi Pant from the Health Effects Institute emphasized that these deaths are preventable, underscoring the report's goal to establish a connection between disease rates and air pollution levels.

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##  More than 100 students in Bhaluka have been awarded certificates from MIT

2024-06-25. Source: Dhaka Tribune.

Over a hundred students in Bhaluka, Mymensingh received certificates from MIT at the MIT Leading Edge International Student Conference. Hosted at Haileybury Bhaluka's permanent campus in Bangladesh, the event, a collaboration between Haileybury Bhaluka and MIT, focused on hands-on learning in areas like underwater robotics and sustainable engineering. Certificates were awarded by MIT's Edgerton Center, with notable figures including Haileybury Bhaluka's Headmaster Simon O' Grady and former Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof SMA Faiz present. The conference highlighted Bangladesh's educational strides and global partnerships in innovation. Supported by corporate sponsors like Southeast Bank and Berger Paints, the event fostered interdisciplinary collaboration among students, aiming to cultivate future leaders and innovators on a global scale.

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## 'Historic milestone': Thailand set to become the first Southeast Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage

2026-09-21. Source: CNN.

Thailand's Senate has approved a historic marriage equality bill, poised to make Thailand the first Southeast Asian and third Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage. The legislation, pending royal endorsement, grants LGBTQ+ couples equal legal rights to heterosexual couples, covering inheritance, adoption, and healthcare decisions. Advocates like the Love Foundation foresee transformative impacts, anticipating improved societal acceptance and inspiring authenticity among the youth. They believe this move will showcase Thailand as progressive and inclusive, fostering a culture of support for LGBTQ+ individuals. The law is set to take effect 120 days after being published in the royal gazette.

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##  Women's educational advancements are paralleled by a continuing bias against them

2026-09-16. Source: The Daily Star.

Over recent years, women's access to higher education has significantly improved, yet entrenched biases persist within academia, hindering their academic advancement and well-being. Despite achieving higher participation rates, female students encounter various forms of discrimination, from perceived incompetence compared to male peers to exclusion from group activities and discussions. Even faculty members, tasked with fostering inclusivity, sometimes inadvertently perpetuate biases. This challenge is amplified in male-dominated fields like engineering, where women face additional obstacles. To achieve genuine progress, confronting these biases directly is essential, creating environments that are supportive and safe for female students to excel academically.

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