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Can being too nice weaken your body’s defences?

Can being too nice weaken your body’s defences?

Chronic people-pleasing triggers persistent stress, causing immune system dysregulation and inflammation. This may increase autoimmune disease risk over time. Prioritising self-care and reducing chronic stress supports immune health and reduces long-term biological harm.
23 October 2025, 10:49 AM
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Struggling with weight? Your sleep could be the missing piece

Sleep plays a crucial role in weight and metabolic health. Insufficient sleep disrupts hunger hormones, increases cravings, and lowers metabolism, promoting fat storage. Prioritizing quality sleep supports appetite control and complements diet and exercise for better health.
23 October 2025, 10:43 AM
Why is Sweden prescribing holidays for health?

Why is Sweden prescribing holidays for health?

Sweden’s groundbreaking Prescription initiative allows doctors to prescribe travel as therapy, promoting recovery through nature, rest, and exploration. Rooted in friluftsliv, it redefines wellness tourism as healthcare, combating burnout through environmental and cultural well-being.
22 October 2025, 10:13 AM
How Neeshat turned hair loss into DIGHAL’s herbal success

How Neeshat turned hair loss into DIGHAL’s herbal success

Struggling with hair fall, Neeshat Mehedi founded DIGHAL, a Dhaka-based natural beauty and wellness brand rooted in tradition, science, and sustainability. Her commitment to quality, transparency, and conscious entrepreneurship drives lasting impact.
21 October 2025, 08:24 AM
How Sara Hossain is redefining Bangladesh’s leather industry

#Women Empowerment / How Sara Hossain is redefining Bangladesh’s leather industry

After returning to Bangladesh in 2021, Sara Hossain revitalised her father’s leather venture, Craftsman Footwear & Accessories Ltd., promoting ethical production, worker dignity, sustainability, and local consumer awareness — redefining Bangladesh’s leather industry with transparency, inclusivity, and purpose-driven leadership.
20 October 2025, 09:44 AM
How Leesa Gazi’s work restores forgotten women’s stories from the Liberation War

#Perspective / How Leesa Gazi’s work restores forgotten women’s stories from the Liberation War

Leesa Gazi, Bangladesh’s Oscar-nominated filmmaker, continues amplifying silenced women’s voices through storytelling that spans theatre, film, and literature. Her works like Birangona and A House Named Shahana reclaim erased histories, celebrating women’s resilience, resistance, and power across generations.
19 October 2025, 11:52 AM
Say goodbye to back pain with these simple yoga poses

Say goodbye to back pain with these simple yoga poses

Spine issues are rising in Bangladesh due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and digital device overuse. On World Spine Day, experts recommend yoga poses like Pigeon, Camel, and Shoulder Stand to improve spinal health naturally.
16 October 2025, 11:44 AM
Can a drone deliver dinner in Dhaka? Izakaya just tried it

Can a drone deliver dinner in Dhaka? Izakaya just tried it

Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant in Dhaka, launched Bangladesh’s first drone food delivery trial to tackle high delivery fees and traffic chaos. Aiming for sustainable logistics, the test explored rooftop drops within the Gulshan-Banani area.
16 October 2025, 11:21 AM
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Smart AC 101: A guide to modern cooling in Bangladesh

Once upon a time, the most we expected from an air conditioner was cold air. However, in today’s Bangladesh, where rising temperatures and unpredictable power supplies collide with fast-moving digital lifestyles, smart air conditioners are offering more than just cool comfort. They’re offering control, efficiency, and even cleaner air.
25 June 2025, 18:00 PM
Restrictive US rules force censorship among international students

International students in US suffer under restrictive new rules

Tightened U.S. immigration policies in 2025 have restricted international students’ freedoms, academic opportunities, and work access, leading to increased censorship, funding cuts, bureaucratic delays, and a growing sense of exclusion within American academia.
25 June 2025, 09:03 AM
The anatomy of a face: Inside Atia Rahman’s world of prosthetic makeup

The anatomy of a face: Inside Atia Rahman’s world of prosthetic makeup

To most people, a face is a face. To Atia Rahman, it’s a map of memory, trauma, identity, and fiction. When she works, she is not just applying makeup but rather layering psychology, reconstructing time, and adding evidence to a character’s backstory.
19 June 2025, 10:19 AM
Saline soil, cyclones, health risks — Women farmers remain resilient

Farming against the salt: Women farmers on the frontline of the Sundarbans

In Bangladesh’s saline delta, climate-vulnerable women like Jamuna and Pushpa lead adaptation with innovative farming and resilience. Despite gender inequality and health risks, they drive sustainable solutions for survival, food security, and environmental justice.
18 June 2025, 12:00 PM
How body shaming affects kids and what families should do

How body shaming affects kids and what families should do

Body shaming in Bangladeshi families harms children’s self-esteem, causing anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Experts stress parental support, respectful dialogue, and stopping harmful comments to foster positive body image and protect children’s mental health.
15 June 2025, 11:37 AM
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Qurbani Eid 101: Keep your sacrificial animal happy and healthy

With Eid-ul-Azha near, proper care of Qurbani animals is vital. Select healthy livestock, maintain their feeding routine, provide clean water, shelter, and hygiene, ensure child safety, and perform humane sacrifice to fulfil religious and ethical responsibilities effectively.
4 June 2025, 21:19 PM
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Life on a Plate: Shaheda Yesmin’s fusion food philosophy

When you hear the phrase “fusion food,” your mind might wander to avocado sushi or kimchi tacos. But in the hands of Shaheda Yesmin, fusion is not a gimmick — it’s a carefully considered act of cultural conversation. Her debut cookbook, “Life on a Plate” is not just a collection of recipes, it’s a manual for reimagining what it means to preserve tradition while responding to the hunger of a global palate.
2 June 2025, 13:14 PM
Mirpur Katan saree gets GI recognition — But for whose gain?

Mirpur Katan saree gets GI recognition — But for whose gain?

Despite Mirpur Katan sarees earning GI status, Mirpur’s weavers still battle rising costs, lack of recognition, poor infrastructure, and fading traditions — trapped between promises and survival, with no real change reaching the artisans.
29 May 2025, 10:46 AM
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More than just a bite the new face of biscuits

Walk into any grocery store in Bangladesh – from a bustling supershop in Dhaka to a tea stall in a village – and biscuits are everywhere.
28 May 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh's Konika shines at Miss World 2025

Bangladesh's Konika shines at Miss World 2025

Aklima Atika Konika’s last-minute Miss World 2025 journey spotlighted authenticity, resilience, and advocacy for children's mental health, proving that true beauty lies in purpose, sincerity, and proudly representing Bangladesh on a global stage.
26 May 2025, 09:40 AM
Another Bangladeshi makes it to 2025 Forbes list

Sayed Zubaer Hasan’s journey: How a farmer’s son made it to Forbes 30 Under 30

Sayed Zubaer Hasan, founder of Krishi Shwapno, transforms Bangladesh’s farming through tech-driven, climate-resilient solutions. Recognised by Forbes, his agritech startup empowers 27,000+ smallholders with data, training, and direct market access for lasting social impact.
25 May 2025, 09:22 AM
Tk 5 note Abu Sayeed Mugdha

The Tk 5 debate: Who deserves a place on our notes?

Bangladesh’s new Tk 5 note features 2024 protest icons Abu Sayeed and Mugdha, marking a bold shift toward memorialising civic dissent. The move stirs debate on balancing contemporary memory with timeless national history on currency.
22 May 2025, 10:24 AM
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Inside Tropical Haider Amorapuri’s practical features

The name Amorapuri – which loosely translates to “the eternal town” – isn’t a catchy tagline. It reflects a lived-in lifestyle. Spread across 120 Katha (6 Bigha) of prime land, this G+16, four-tower residence was designed with balance in mind – between structure and space, utility and comfort, community and privacy.
21 May 2025, 18:00 PM
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The organic shift

When Farzana Karim, a Dhaka-based HR professional, developed chronic acidity, she tried everything from antacids to Ayurvedic concoctions.
16 May 2025, 19:12 PM
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The smart shopper’s checklist

Buying smart home appliances nowadays can feel like stepping into a minefield of QR codes, blinking LEDs, and tech jargon. One moment, you’re just looking for a fridge that texts you when it’s low on eggs, and the next, you’re stuck in a rabbit hole of compatibility charts and subscription-based features.
14 May 2025, 18:00 PM
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Perimenopause and menopause: Understanding the hormonal journey

Menopause is a natural, transformative journey often misunderstood and stigmatized in Bangladesh. By raising awareness about perimenopause, symptoms, and support options, women can navigate hormonal changes with dignity, strength, and a renewed sense of self.
11 May 2025, 13:33 PM
It’s 40°C and you’re still ignoring street animals?

It’s 40°C and you’re still ignoring street animals?

As extreme summer heat scorches Bangladesh, simple acts like leaving water bowls, offering shade, feeding hydrating food, and aiding heat-struck animals can save countless street dogs, cats, and birds from dehydration, suffering, and death.
10 May 2025, 10:21 AM
Dhaka's own Sufia Easel: Art with heart

Dhaka's own Sufia Easel: Art with heart

Sufia Easel’s moody watercolour art explores anxiety, memory, and solitude. Shifting from graphic design to painting full-time, she now sells merchandise to reach wider audiences while preserving her deeply personal, emotionally rich artistic style.
3 May 2025, 08:38 AM
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Rainy days and retirement: Why savings matter more than ever

“It’s not always going to be sunshine — and your umbrella for that rain is your savings,” said Arup Haider, Deputy Managing Director of City Bank. His metaphor speaks to a reality many in Bangladesh are now waking up to: retirement is no longer a distant concern, but an urgent planning priority.
29 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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Berger EcoCoat: A revolutionary solution to combat air pollution in Bangladesh

Berger EcoCoat is more than a product; it’s a paradigm shift.
28 April 2025, 07:33 AM

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