Professional makeup artistry in Bangladesh thrives despite judgment, low acceptance, and inconsistent pay. Artists like Sumon Rahat, Sazzad Piash, and Probina fight stigma, learn without formal training, and persist for independence, control, and financial stability in a demanding beauty industry.

For newlyweds in Bangladesh, choosing the perfect dining table set means balancing style, comfort, and practicality. From classic wooden designs to sleek glass tops, the right table enhances shared meals, family gatherings, and modern home aesthetics.

On 20 August 2025, the world lost one of its most unexpected yet beloved public figures. Judge Frank Caprio, best known through his television show “Caught in Providence”, passed away at the age of 88 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

Female fitness instructors in Dhaka are transforming wellness by challenging norms, empowering women through strength training, and promoting accessible, holistic health. Their rise signals a growing, inclusive fitness culture reshaping the city's perception of health.

In Narail, artist D D Mollick runs Charukuthi Shilpalo, a free village art school blending creativity, organic farming, and cultural preservation. Inspired by mentor S M Sultan, Mollick empowers rural children through art, sustainability, and hands-on learning.

The "Dead Internet Theory" suggests that AI has overtaken human-generated content online since 2016-2017, leading to bot-driven posts, AI spam, and manipulated engagement. This shift raises concerns about misinformation and AI's growing influence on social media.

Newlywed couples can find the perfect sofa set to match their style, space, and comfort needs — from cozy love seats to versatile sofa-cum-beds — all with flexible EMI options for stylish, affordable home decor.

"Ghonoghota," a monsoon-themed dance production by the Arthy Ahmed Dance Academy, featured adult beginners from diverse backgrounds, performing Rabindranath Tagore’s works. The event celebrated participation over perfection, highlighting the joy of starting anew at any age.

Pappu’s Art School for All in Old Dhaka offers free rickshaw painting classes to underprivileged and differently-abled individuals, preserving heritage while empowering youth. This inclusive grassroots movement makes traditional Bangladeshi art accessible to everyone.

The Milestone school plane crash shattered lives across Dhaka, exposing deep communal grief. Experts stress compassionate, honest conversations and mental health support for healing, especially for children, as Bangladesh confronts trauma with empathy and resilience.

Dr Nandan Mukherjee’s award-winning amphibious house in Dhaka is a climate-resilient, affordable innovation designed to float during floods, generate clean energy and food, and offer a sustainable solution to rising water threats in Bangladesh.

When children face adversity, mothers experience their deepest fears. Fathers respond in their own way. July 2024 witnessed all of this, as it was also a month that reshaped the way families looked at protest and resistance.

It’s been barely a year since July 2024, yet it feels like an eternity. The smoke clouding the sky, the gunshots, the sounds heard across the country — all seem like distant memories. However, no matter how fleeting our minds are, the collective conscience of the nation remembers the martyrs — brave individuals who sacrificed their lives so that we can have a country that is fair and just.

There’s a silence that settles in when the shouting ends and when the camera finally rests. But for the photojournalists who stood in the eye of July’s storm, that silence is anything but peaceful. These are not just men with cameras. They are the reluctant custodians in a country where truth is often unwelcome.

The year 2024 shall forever remain etched in our hearts as a season of mixed emotions. On one hand, we look back at those tumultuous days with joy. On the other hand, we remain apprehensive about what lies ahead.

We love Bangladesh the way we love our mothers, unconditionally, and without needing a reason. And with the July revolution, it could be argued that we have taken a bold step towards understanding the true meaning of patriotism.

In commemoration of the July Uprising, on 29 July, 2025, The Daily Star hosted an art camp titled “The Rebel Within You,” inviting 11 young artists who lived through the chaos, fear, and fire of 2024’s student-led mass movement.

When Bangladesh’s government collapsed on August 5, 2024—nicknamed July 36—it wasn’t institutions but ordinary citizens, especially Gen Z, who stepped up. Amid chaos, solidarity emerged, revealing unexpected resilience in a generation once dismissed as apolitical.

Struggler Sayem, a CNG driver in Dhaka, shares honest, unscripted daily life videos on TikTok and Facebook to learn English. His calm, ego-free storytelling offers rare authenticity and comfort in Bangladesh’s flashy social media scene.

Ashreen Mridha, co-founder of Deshi Ballers, is redefining women’s basketball in Bangladesh by challenging systemic barriers, empowering female athletes, and building a legacy of leadership, inclusion, and resilience through sport-driven social change.