Priota Iftekhar: Flying the flag through fashion

Priota Iftekhar, known as the “Flag Girl,” blends fashion and heritage in Sydney, using bold Bangladeshi elements like gamcha blazers and fuchka earrings to celebrate identity, challenge stereotypes, and promote cultural pride globally.
15 May 2025, 10:02 AM
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12 May 2025, 15:55 PM
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7 May 2025, 09:54 AM
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7 May 2025, 09:47 AM

Passenger traffic nears twice its capacity at HSIA

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the country's main aviation hub, is currently handling nearly twice its intended passenger capacity, leaving airport authorities struggling to maintain expected service standards.
14 May 2025, 18:08 PM

Summer's back: Are you drinking enough water?

Stay hydrated this summer with expert tips like starting your day with water, eating water-rich foods, snacking on electrolyte-rich dates, making DIY electrolyte drinks, and avoiding dehydration triggers like caffeine, salt, and sugary drinks.
14 May 2025, 09:21 AM

Life & Living

Sarod, sisterhood, and the quiet defiance of convention

For Ilham and Isra Fuljhuri Khan, music was not a choice — it was an inheritance.
24 April 2025, 08:49 AM

Meet the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team

These are the warriors of the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team. And they play for dignity!
21 April 2025, 08:23 AM

From Faridpur to Dhaka: Bamboo artisans holding on to heritage

Gunoboti is not about freezing traditions in time but creating spaces where they can evolve.
21 April 2025, 08:10 AM

Shoji Morimoto: The Japanese man who gets paid to do nothing!

No deliverables. No KPIs. Just vibes and presence.
20 April 2025, 08:38 AM

Modern meets cosy: Bedroom sets for every taste

Modern bedroom furniture sets balance style and function, offering serene, luxurious, urban, or retro designs to transform your space. With options like EMIs, you can invest in quality furniture while managing costs, creating a stylish, functional bedroom.
17 April 2025, 15:20 PM

How villages keep the spirit of Bengali weddings alive

Authentic holud ceremony in the rural areas of Bangladesh is a completely different splash of colours
15 April 2025, 08:00 AM

Discover the artists bringing awe to Dhaka’s streets

Street artists in Dhaka like Tiger Nazir, Lal Mea, and Hiru Bhai bring art to public spaces, transforming pavements into cultural canvases. Their creativity defies convention, showcasing resilience, identity, and passion beyond gallery walls.
13 April 2025, 15:09 PM

Rashid Choudhury: Weaving magic into Bangladesh’s art scene

Rashid Choudhury revolutionized Bangladeshi art by pioneering modern tapestry, blending Bengal’s cultural heritage with European techniques. His vibrant, symbolic works redefined artistic boundaries, inspiring generations and transforming textile art into a powerful medium of national identity.
13 April 2025, 15:03 PM

Mangal Shobhajatra renamed: A return to roots?

Dhaka University renamed Mangal Shobhajatra to Barshabaran Ananda Shobhajatra, returning to its original 1989 title. The change raises questions about cultural identity, symbolism, and UNESCO heritage status, though the festive spirit of Pahela Baishakh remains unchanged.
12 April 2025, 09:12 AM

Pahela Baishakh: Origins and celebrations

Pahela Baishakh, celebrated on April 14, marks the Bengali New Year, rooted in Emperor Akbar’s reform aligning taxes with harvests. Today, it’s a vibrant cultural festival filled with music, processions, traditional food, and colourful attire.
12 April 2025, 08:54 AM

Purny Ayman: Bangladesh’s first female racer on an international circuit

Purny Ayman made history as the first Bangladeshi woman in international motorsport, finishing fourth in UAE’s Time Attack. Her inspiring journey blends passion, virtual training, and perseverance, breaking barriers for women in global racing culture.
9 April 2025, 10:58 AM

Boycotts or backlash? The fine line between protest and vandalism

Bangladesh stands in solidarity with Palestine, but misguided protests harming local businesses weaken the cause. Strategic, peaceful resistance—not vandalism—builds real change. Channelling anger through smart, targeted action sustains justice without destroying local livelihoods or support.
8 April 2025, 09:40 AM

Stand-up comedy: How laughter became Dhaka’s favourite therapy

The concept of stand-up comedy, an individual armed with a microphone and delivering witty and observational humour to a live audience, has been a foreign notion until relatively recently.
8 April 2025, 07:46 AM

A dining room makeover for warm post-Eid gatherings

Even after all the vibrant Eid celebrations, your dining room remains an important place to spend time with family or friends. To help you fill your days with food and fun, you might want a room where everyone can sit back, relax, and enjoy conversations.
7 April 2025, 17:48 PM

Scent of spring: Songbirds, cherry blossoms, and warmer days

To me, birdsongs are the harbinger of spring. I know the season is about to arrive in Delaware because after a series of unusually frigid mornings, which lasted from December through February, cheerful chirping of red-breasted robins, blue jays, and chickadees has now filled the morning air.
7 April 2025, 17:41 PM

Memes: The unofficial voice of Bangladesh’s digital generation

What started as a niche form of entertainment, in recent years, has grown into a medium for storytelling, political satire, and everyday connection. Memes now serve as a mirror of society, and as Bangladesh continues to embrace digitalisation, they are now contributing to online conversations and sparking social change.
7 April 2025, 17:35 PM

City of magic: Dhaka's blend of stories

Dhaka has had many names over the years — City of Rickshaws, City of Mosques, City of Magic, and many more. Perhaps, calling it ‘Mini-Bangladesh’ is not a misnomer either. People from every nook and cranny of the country come together in this place, and each brings something that makes it what it is today.
7 April 2025, 17:29 PM

The role of video podcasts: Bridging global and local narratives

As the new darling of Bangladesh’s digital content landscape, podcasts have quietly transformed how we consume information and engage with narratives. The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a catalyst and pushed creators to experiment with new formats, and thus, video podcasts emerged as a practical and appealing medium to discuss diverse topics from lifestyle and career tips to mental health and pop culture.
6 April 2025, 08:47 AM

ChatGPT AI art trend: Celebrating or stealing Ghibli's charm?

AI-generated Ghibli-style images flood social media, sparking debate over artistic integrity. While AI mimics Miyazaki’s style, it lacks storytelling depth. As technology evolves, the question remains — can AI replicate the emotional magic that defines true animation artistry?
29 March 2025, 11:38 AM

Late for Eid prayers? Not on your father’s watch!

Bangladeshi dads waking families for Eid prayers is a cultural staple, from the chill dad to the military general to the difficult one. Despite complaints, their chaos reflects love, tradition, and the essence of Eid togetherness.
29 March 2025, 11:33 AM