Surviving Bangladesh's heatwave: AC-Free solutions
15 May 2025, 10:09 AM
Priota Iftekhar: Flying the flag through fashion
15 May 2025, 10:02 AM
Passenger traffic nears twice its capacity at HSIA
14 May 2025, 18:08 PM
Summer's back: Are you drinking enough water?
14 May 2025, 09:21 AM
Geetika Recording Centre: Discover Dhaka's last stand for analog music lovers
14 May 2025, 09:03 AM
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
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
Family travel tips for Bangladeshi parents
17 April 2025, 15:28 PM
Laos named most affordable travel destination for 2025
13 April 2025, 06:42 AM
Avoid the Eid madness: 4 peaceful getaways in Bangladesh
26 March 2025, 23:19 PM
Coast Guard ensures safety of Eid homegoers on waterways
25 March 2025, 13:08 PM
Sip the season: Cooling juice recipes with a twist
11 May 2025, 13:25 PM
Dhaka's food map: Exploring regional culinary gems
5 May 2025, 12:24 PM
Forget love at first sight — try kheerpuri’s magic at first bite
17 April 2025, 15:05 PM
Chef Pam's recipe for success: World's Best Female Chef 2025
10 April 2025, 10:50 AM
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
Perimenopause and menopause: Understanding the hormonal journey
11 May 2025, 13:33 PM
Walk, talk, burn fat: The magic of Zone 2 cardio
3 May 2025, 08:26 AM
Work habits that harm your heart health
16 April 2025, 11:27 AM
Straight from the bazaar: 7 everyday foods that can improve your cardiac health
16 April 2025, 11:13 AM
Infertility: The unseen battle of Bangladeshi women
6 April 2025, 08:21 AM
Beat the heat this Eid: Essential hydration tips
26 March 2025, 23:13 PM
Fasting with ulcers: A guide to a safe and comfortable Ramadan
24 March 2025, 23:48 PM
Unmasking hidden calories: How to eat smart during Ramadan
23 March 2025, 11:56 AM
Wudu: The secret to good health in plain sight
19 March 2025, 09:19 AM
The tragic fate of stray animals in Japan Garden City
23 November 2024, 05:20 AM
Navigating Dhaka's Eid shopping scene on a budget
28 March 2024, 08:36 AM
Comrade, give me a cup!
30 May 2023, 18:00 PM
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