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

‘Next-Moner Bondhu I am the solution:’ A youthful event focusing on mental health

The event was aimed to delve into the mental health challenges that the youth of our country face and help them overcome those obstacles to make them better and smarter citizens. Prominent professionals, trainers, and teachers from various fields were involved in the event to provide the training and modules for this youth development program.
9 May 2023, 10:58 AM

Mother's Day Gifts: Top 5 ideas that your mother will treasure forever

To pay homage to our mothers, it is imperative to pick gifts that speak to their personalities and interests. No matter how many times our mothers profess that they are “happy with anything”, a good Mother’s Day gift demands something more meaningful than your run-of-the-mill chocolates. Ahead, we present a curated selection of 5 meaningful presents you can get your mother in addition to that bouquet of fresh flowers and greeting card.
8 May 2023, 08:53 AM

Coronation and colonialism: The Kohinoor controversy

Dignitaries, celebrities and the crème de la crème of civil society flew in from around the world to make their presence known at King Charles’ coronation, a once-in-a-generation event that took place on the 6 May, 2023. Very conspicuously missing from the opulent ceremony was the Kohinoor, originally a 105-carat diamond that has long been the subject of a spat between England and post-colonial India.
7 May 2023, 10:37 AM

Revamp your home with these creative furnishing ideas

Have you ever stood in your fully-furnished living space and thought that it is somehow lacking ‘something’? Maybe it was fine before, but lately ‘home’ has started to look a little...tired. If so, it may be time to bring in some new elements and discard some of the old ones to give your ever-known comfort zone a new look altogether.
7 May 2023, 10:30 AM

Honouring Sajida Rahman Danny and the PFDA Vocational Training Centre

As Mother's Day approaches, we honour the women who have shown us love, strength, and resilience. Sajida Rahman Danny epitomises these qualities in her work empowering young adults with neurological disorders in Bangladesh. As founder and director of PFDA Vocational Training Centre, she provides skills training and opportunities to those who might otherwise be marginalised. Her efforts have changed countless lives and serve as a testament to a mother's love and determination to make a difference.
7 May 2023, 10:24 AM

In conversation with working mums who do it all

Being a working mum is a tremendous juggling act that calls for dedication, patience, and tonnes of mental grit. Having a successful career or a family to support comes with its own set of challenges, but when you combine the two, the trials can multiply significantly. Despite all the obstacles in her way, many working mothers are succeeding strongly in our society.
7 May 2023, 10:17 AM

Navigating parenthood: The story of three inspiring single mothers

Single motherhood — a phrase that carries many stories of strength, perseverance, and resilience. It takes a village to raise a child yet single mothers are out there doing it all by themselves — juggling a million other responsibilities, and dealing with social stigma. Despite all these barriers and challenges, these mothers are shattering stereotypes and exceeding expectations.
7 May 2023, 09:45 AM

All children are special

Mothers are known for their strength and courage, and for more than just how they bring children into the world. Raising children is a struggle, especially when they are afflicted with ailments. Farha Hasan and Nazli Hussain are just two of countless such special mothers who have made mountains move with their love.
7 May 2023, 09:33 AM

Capturing Memories: Mother's Day Photo Contest

Motherhood is a precious undying bond that has a special place in everyone’s heart. From the very first moments of our lives, mothers are always there to love, cherish and support us through the ups and downs of life. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, what better way to say thank you to our mothers and celebrate the loving bond than capturing and cherishing our beautiful moments with them over the years?
7 May 2023, 09:17 AM

12 ways to reduce cost of living in Dhaka

Living expenses in Dhaka can be extremely costly for couples, especially with growing inflation and stagnant salary growth. Making ends meet in such a situation may be difficult, and many couples may find it difficult to prepare for future aspirations such as purchasing a home, having children, or planning for retirement. However, with a little work and imagination, cutting living expenses and maximising your income is feasible.
6 May 2023, 09:06 AM

Sam Altman: Revolutionising artificial intelligence

Since November 2022, the whole world has been inexplicably changed by the powerful AI chatbot, ChatGPT. This revolutionary chatbot, created by OpenAI, reached over 1 million users in 5 days. It's one of the shining examples of the incredible work being done in the field of AI, and no one is more at the forefront of this revolution than OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman.
6 May 2023, 09:00 AM

5 simple ways to overcome the fear of public speaking

Formally and medically known as glossophobia, this common fear can go beyond just being nervous to talk to an audience; a racy heart and sweaty palms triggered by our flight-or-fight response.
5 May 2023, 08:15 AM

5 Buddha quotes that will change your life

With depression being a growing problem in this intolerant society of endless desires and our lives chaotic and stressful, we could use some wise words of Buddha.
4 May 2023, 09:57 AM

Dhaka celebrates International Jazz Day 2023

Every year, the International Jazz Day is celebrated around the world on 30 April. It was declared a special occasion by UNESCO as a means to highlight jazz music and its diplomatic role in uniting people all around the globe.
2 May 2023, 10:14 AM

Things you probably did not know about the Met Gala

The Met Gala, formally known as the Costume Institute Gala or the Costume Institute Benefit is the annual fundraiser charity event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
2 May 2023, 09:20 AM

Why is the 2023 Met Gala so controversial?

Met Gala is the annual fundraising charity gala for the Costume Institute of The Metropolitan Museum of Art which also serves as the opening of the spring exhibition of the institute.
2 May 2023, 09:00 AM

Preema Active

Bangladeshi artist Preema Nazia Andaleeb's artworks 'Nazia Preema: Self Love' were on show at London's Brady Arts Centre (Hanbury St, in London's East End/Tower Hamlets).
30 April 2023, 13:48 PM

Investing in female-led businesses

WeScale is a cross-regional accelerator in South Asia focused on women-led startups that are eager to raise initial funds for their companies. They are also a part of the South Asia Regional Digital Initiative (SARDI) by USAID's Innovation and Research (ITR) Hub, Technology Division (ITR/T). They are the forerunners in backing highly potential startups and bringing together angel investors, stakeholders, and women entrepreneurs who have exceptional products or services.
29 April 2023, 17:35 PM

Bangladeshi models to participate at Mr. and Miss Celebrity International 2023

In a thrilling turn of events, two talented Bangladeshi models, Efa Tabassum and Roni Imran, are making waves on the global stage as they participate in the highly anticipated beauty pageant, Mr. and Miss Celebrity International 2023.
29 April 2023, 17:04 PM

Tips to take care of your elderly pets

We may be adopting a young, energetic dog or cat one day, but in a blink of an eye, regular visits to the vet start as with age many complications start to surface. If your beloved pet has also reached an age where they need some extra care, some simple ways can make their lives safer, easier, and more comfortable.
20 April 2023, 16:48 PM