Eid home makeover: Sparkle and shine for the festive season
Who does not love to entertain family, friends and relatives in a perfectly decorated home? With Eid-ul-Fitr knocking on the
1 April 2024, 18:00 PM
Meditation for all: A beginner’s guide to mindful living
If you are a beginner who is wondering whether meditation is for you, the good news is that meditation is for everyone, regardless of their age, socioeconomic background or vocation in life. Meditating regularly makes one more receptive and open, thus enhancing the way one experiences life.
23 March 2024, 09:20 AM
Decorating your home with arts and crafts
Whether you prefer a minimalistic style or are going for an aesthetically pleasing rustic look, the arts and craftwork chosen to decorate your home will undoubtedly set the tone and ambience of the place.
7 March 2024, 18:00 PM
Decorating your home with arts and crafts
Whether you prefer a minimalistic style or are going for an aesthetically pleasing rustic look, the arts and craftwork chosen to decorate your home will undoubtedly set the tone and ambience of the place.
7 March 2024, 11:10 AM
Minimising fire hazards in the home
Fire hazards remain one of the most underemphasised and silent menaces of modern living. And while recent tragedies have left us all reeling in shock and disbelief, many remain unaware of the appropriate measures that need to be taken to prevent fire breakouts in the home, or the protocols to follow if such a fire does break out. It is high time we take the following vital steps to minimise fire hazards in our homes.
2 March 2024, 08:15 AM
Seasonal flu: Essential tips to protect your family
With individuals coming down with the flu left, right and centre, it is natural to be concerned for the safety of our close family and friends, especially the elderly, young children, and pregnant women. And you know what they say – prevention is better than cure. Let us take a look at the measures you may take to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
24 February 2024, 10:18 AM
Let’s Walk: Inspiring people to keep walking
Started in 2021 by Dr Hossain, a personality equally active in the field of medical science and the sports arena, Let’s Walk holds campaigns at educational institutions around Bangladesh to raise awareness among students, educators, and their guardians on the physical and mental health benefits of regular walking.
18 February 2024, 11:27 AM
GI certified and proud: From sweet betel leaves to handcrafted nakshi kanthas
Three more Bangladeshi products have obtained Geographical Indication (GI) status, namely Jamalpur’s nakshi kantha, Rajshahi’s sweet betel leaf, and Jessore’s date molasses. This latest development takes the tally of Bangladesh’s GI products to 31.
15 February 2024, 20:41 PM
Highlights of Dhaka International Trade Fair-2024
Being held this year at Purbachal’s Bangabandhu Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre, the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) brings merchants from across the country and around the globe. And with the curtains about to be drawn on the month-long fair on 20 February, let us take a look at some of the best this fair has on offer.
15 February 2024, 09:51 AM
A newly-wed couple’s guide to a modern, spacious bedroom
Congratulations on starting a new chapter in your life! Whether you are about to find a cosy little place of your own or are going to move in with your family, the bedroom is a place where the two of you get to design a space just for yourselves. And chances are, you find yourselves facing probably the most common dilemma of modern, urban living – making all your stuff fit.
25 January 2024, 11:00 AM
Malaysian Batu Caves to get escalator, multipurpose hall
Located in Selangor, north of Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur, the Batu Caves are one of the most frequented Hindu shrines outside India. The limestone caves are believed to be over 400 million years old. A 42.7-metre-high golden statue of the Hindu god of War, Lord Murugan, towers near the foot of the rainbow-coloured staircase.
22 January 2024, 10:33 AM
Journey into history: Asia's must-visit museums for an unforgettable experience
It does not matter whether you are a history buff, an art enthusiast, or a science aficionado — museums offer something for everyone. Asia boasts vast diversity in its landscapes, people and cultures, and for a curious traveller in the region, what better way to learn about it than to visit the nearest museum?
18 January 2024, 10:35 AM
All aboard the adventure! Asia's scenic railway routes for every traveller
Asia has several famous railway routes winding through mountains and valleys and across rivers, lakes, and deserts. Whether you are a budget traveller looking for a good deal on prices or someone looking to splurge on a luxury trip, these train rides, convenient for both solo travellers and family and friends alike, are guaranteed to give you the experience of a lifetime. So, without further ado, let us take a sneak peek at Asia’s most majestic train journeys.
30 December 2023, 11:23 AM