Can you recall watching Courage the Cowardly Dog, the animated cartoon series? Courage, also known as a pink dog, captivated the children with its spooky and fantastical tales. David Steven Cohen joined the show's writing staff in season one and eventually rose to the position of chief writer after John R. Dilworth created it. The writer died from cancer at the age of 58. Under his great creativity, Cohen played a pivotal role in creating the popular show's dark comedy, which entertained millions of kids on Cartoon Network. After joining the writing staff in season one, Cohen wrote many standout episodes before the show's 2002 finale. Read more: Top 10 Netflix English Originals to Watch in April 2025: Movies, Series, and Shows The strange and emotionally complex world of Courage the Cowardly Dog was greatly influenced by David Steven Cohen. Some of the most famous episodes, such as Klub Katz, 1000 Years of Courage, Forbidden Hat of Gold, and The Sand Whale Strikes, showcased his masterful storytelling. Cohen was significantly more imaginative than Courage. He contributed his literary skills to some well-known works, such as Phil of the Future, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, and Balto. About the Cowardly Dog of Courage The gloomy, barren hamlet of Nowhere, Kansas, is the setting for the darkly humorous animated series Courage the Cowardly Dog. It centres on Courage, a courageous but easily terrified dog who lives with his elderly owners, Muriel and Eustace Bagge. Their peaceful farmhouse turns into the scene of strange and frequently paranormal events, requiring Courage to defend his unaware owners from evil dangers. The show is still a gem among animated television series because of its bizarre comedy, spooky atmosphere, and unusual storyline. Read more: Amazon Prime Video Original Lineup for April 2025: Most Hyped Web Series and Films

Cartoonist Syed Rashad Imam Tanmoy has joined hands with the UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, and its partner Artolution to support Rohingya refugees through art. Tanmoy gathered the refugee community to share their lives and capture them on a large joint mural on the island of Bhasan Char. Through their paintings, the forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals Rohingya refugees shared their needs, hardships, hopes and dreams and captured them in a collection of wall paintings. "Imagine a group of children who have never held a brush in their life. Now imagine that they come together to paint a 170 feet long painting!''Tanmoy said. Since October 2021, the UNHCR and humanitarian partners have been delivering essential services and critical humanitarian assistance on Bhasan Char, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Bangladesh government, setting the framework of cooperation for a response on the island. Today, there are over 27,000 Rohingya registered on the island; 80 percent are women and children. Immediate needs have been identified and are being addressed, including health, protection, nutrition, and water and sanitation, the UNHCR said Wednesday. Read more: No major damage from Sitrang in Bhasan Char, Cox’s Bazar Rohingya camps: OCHA Artolution, a community-based public art education organisation, has been creating social change through collaborative art with the UNHCR in Bangladesh in 17 Rohingya camps in Coxs Bazar and with Bangladeshis living in the area. Through art, children and families foster their cultural values, promote resilience, and capture their identity, the trauma of the past, the challenges of the present, and the hopes and aspirations for the future. Read more: Japan, UNFPA join hands to provide $3.7 million assistance to Rihingyas in Bhasan Char, host communities in Noakhali