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.

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.

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.

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.

Social media’s pop psychology fuels self-diagnosis and performative empathy, distorting genuine compassion. Counsellor Mariyam Sultana highlights class, culture, and privilege shaping empathy in Bangladesh, urging self-awareness, authentic connection, and mindful action beyond online validation for genuine emotional understanding and societal well-being.

Reading for pleasure is in steep decline, replaced by short-form digital content and nonstop screen time. This shift affects attention spans and cognitive health. Reviving reading habits can help prevent brain fog and long-term cognitive decline.

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.

As loneliness grows, young people increasingly confide in AI chatbots like ChatGPT for comfort, validation, and advice. Experts warn this emotional dependence risks mental health, urging users to stay aware, balanced, and connected to real human relationships.

A deshi tea party blends nostalgia, warmth, and heartfelt conversations. Perfect for modern metro life, it offers soulful connections, simple snacks, and timeless charm — proving tea still brews the best moments together.

Create your dream dining room with elegant, functional furniture perfect for newlyweds. Choose the right dining table, chairs, lighting, and dinnerware to reflect your style, enhance comfort, and make every meal memorable.

There are exhibitions you walk into and leave, and then there are ones that stay with you, not because of scale or spectacle, but because they make you feel. Kuhu Plamondon’s “Bags as Wearable Art” at Arka Collective in Banani belonged to the latter. On Saturday, 10 October 2025, the exhibition felt like more than an event — it was a unique affair where even the air seemed a bit textured, like the very fabrics that inspired her work.

Ashwiner Cha Chakra, an intimate tribute by Faiza Ahmed to Farida Parveen, blended memory, music, and vegan cuisine. Through simplicity, it honoured Lalon’s philosophy, creating a space for reflection and quiet reverence without formalities.

Jewellery, in this new era, becomes a canvas for individuality — not a competition of bhoris

With her latest book, Made in Bangladesh, Dina Begum brings the kitchen of her childhood into the kitchens of the world.

Fish don’t lie if you know where to look.

Bangladeshi writer-photographer Shahidul Alam sailed with the Conscience Flotilla to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, documenting attacks and solidarity. His voyage galvanized national support, waving Bangladesh's flag while condemning injustice and calling for Palestine’s liberation.

Renting smart means asking detailed questions, negotiating rent or perks, documenting apartment conditions, respecting rental rules, and reading contracts carefully. These steps help urban renters save money, avoid surprises, and protect their deposits.

Life teaches us that things change, and not always for the better. “Agey ki shundor din kataitum” is a line from a popular song, but it is not a reality for us.

At Dhakeshwari Temple, Durga Puja unfolds with devotion despite inflation, idol vandalism, and societal strain. Priests replace excess with simplicity, chanting for peace, wisdom, and unity, proving the festival endures as a sacred act of resilience and hope.

Durga Puja evenings thrive in vibrant stalls filled with street food, glass bangles, clay jewellery, and beli flowers. Families, friends, and couples share nostalgic tastes, laughter, and memories, turning fleeting markets into the festival’s true spirit of community celebration.