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

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

Top 9 football video games to enjoy in 2022

If you are a die-hard fan of any sport, but can’t play it for real for whatever reason, rest assured there is a digital version of it for you to play from the comfort of your room. Football, or soccer as it is known in the USA, is no different, and because of its sheer global popularity, you are spoiled for choice in terms of number of games. With these games covering nearly every platform from PC to consoles to smartphones, you can rest easy knowing there is always a title for you to play. With the FIFA World Cup 2022 now in full swing, indulge in the hype with these 9 games, which both footballs fans and non-fans can enjoy.
22 November 2022, 10:05 AM

Top 7 footballers we say goodbye to in FIFA World Cup 2022

The biggest names in world football will be eyeing the ultimate glory of winning the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, but it will also be the last one for some of the legends of the game who have enthralled us with their timeless football skills, leaving a void that will be hard to fill.
22 November 2022, 09:43 AM

The making of Kuhu Art III: A celebration of colour, life and Dhaka

On 17 November, Kuhu Plamondon hosted her 3rd art exhibition at the Bay Edgewater Gallery, Gulshan Dhaka. Finding inspiration from the simplest of things, Kuhu’s art collection this time was a sheer reflection of her thoughts. Sponsored by City Bank Limited, Mercedes Benz, and Bay Developments Ltd, the event exhibited some of the mesmerising arts of Kuhu Plamondo.
22 November 2022, 09:08 AM

How Gareth Bale became the first ‘100 million’ man in football

Transfer fees for football players in European Club Football often involve astronomical figures of over 100 million Euros, given the hype surrounding any talented player. This was not the case even a decade ago. At that time, it seemed unreal that any club will shell out close to 100 million, but Gareth Bale of Wales, whose transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid kicked off the 100 million plus transfer era way back in 2013.
21 November 2022, 12:50 PM

Amitabh Reza on Puran Dhaka, Afzal Hossain, and his latest web series

A retired judge haunted by his past asks, “Was my judgment all wrong?” That is the premise of Bodh, the recently released web series by Amitabh Reza Chowdhury on the OTT platform, Hoichoi. We sat down with this celebrated filmmaker to discuss Bodh, his experience of working with the eminent actor Afzal Hossain, and life after Aynabaji’s success.
20 November 2022, 13:07 PM

Green Me: Welcoming greenery and sustainability at your doorsteps

Who does not love to walk barefoot on the dewy grass and bask in the freshness of nature? Nature heals, and studies show that being surrounded by greenery can reduce our stress, anxiety, and even anger, and generate pleasant feelings. Nowadays, we find the sight of vegetation in the urban areas of our country very rarely, and it seems like Dhaka has been rid of its greenery completely. To promote urban plantation, Green Me — an urban greening and farming service provider — started its journey in 2019.
20 November 2022, 13:00 PM

The Football World Cup reunites people in a post pandemic world

People of various ages, races, genders, cultures, and nationalities are often brought together through football, and the World Cup is the perfect example of this. Because it is the sport that is played and watched the most around the world, the World Cup is one of the most eagerly awaited sporting occasions, with the Olympics coming in as a distant second.
19 November 2022, 12:06 PM

Your guide to buying football World Cup 2022 memorabilia

Get ready to see the flags of Argentina and Brazil, among others flying high on the rooftops of every building because it is the football World Cup time! Wearing your favourite jersey and going to your class proudly displaying your love for a team is now fashionable once again. Of course, flags and jerseys are not the only things you can buy; there are loads of other accessories/memorabilia for you to show off your passion for the game of football, so read on to get the complete shopping guide for World Cup memorabilia and fashion accessories.
17 November 2022, 14:06 PM

FIFA World Cup 2022 predictions: AI backs Brazil or Argentina; France, Germany ignored

FIFA 23, the widely popular video games franchise, claims to have simulated all 64 games and determine who will win in the Finals using the ground-breaking "HyperMotion2 Technology" and the specific FIFA World Cup 2022 ratings in FIFA World Cup kick-off and tournament modes. Once again, Argentina has been picked as the winner. However, one of the leading providers of sports data, OPTA, used artificial intelligence to forecast an alternative World Cup winner. This time Brazil was predicted to have the best chance of winning the World Cup with a 16.3 percent probability of winning the World Cup.
17 November 2022, 13:59 PM

FIFA World Cup: Top 10 unique nicknames of teams

Nicknames of football teams give fans and players alike a unique sense of identity. The names can come from the team’s unique playing style or traits, the colours of their kits, and so on. With FIFA World Cup 2022 featuring top footballing nations worldwide, each with their unique nicknames, let’s take a look at 10 national teams with the most unique names.
17 November 2022, 13:50 PM

Essential pet care during winter

Just like we need to pay greater attention to our health in the harsh weather, our pets too need extra love and care during the winter months. Whether you have a cat, a dog, or smaller pets, they must stay safe and warm. A vet can personally advise you on your pet's hygiene and health, so go visit one. Nevertheless, here are a few suggestions you may use for your pets to keep them healthy throughout the cold season.
17 November 2022, 13:34 PM

A guide to the perfect wedding gift

Weddings may be an extravagant occasion but that does not mean you cannot find the right gift for the couple and be a part of their special day. The trick to finding the perfect wedding gift lies in customisation; knowing what the couple wants or what can contribute to making their new journey even more memorable. Here we have noted down an easy guide to selecting the perfect wedding gift.
17 November 2022, 13:29 PM

The Weekly Tarot Forecast (16-22 November)

Tarot is a rich and profound tool that helps you attune to your own subconscious through the use of colours, imagery and symbolism. It is a deck of 78 cards which depict the entirety of the human experience. From the overarching complex themes of our lives to the day-to-day situations, such as emotions, thoughts and words, finances and motivations and beliefs - all of these are depicted in the tarot cards. The most amazing thing about tarot is that it can offer you a glimpse into the future.
16 November 2022, 12:37 PM

Top 5 FIFA World Cup 2022 group stage matches to look out for

The FIFA World Cup 2022 will begin on 20 November, presenting to us a month of football extravaganza, with the best national teams from around the world fighting for the ultimate glory. And we do not have to wait long as even before the knockout stage, the group stage will feature some exciting matches that will have all football fans pumped up! So, let’s take a look at the 5 most anticipated group-stage matches of this World Cup.
16 November 2022, 12:24 PM

A billion at risk of hearing loss from headphones, loud music venues: WHO

Around one billion young people worldwide could be at risk of hearing loss from listening to headphones or attending loud music venues, a large review of the available research estimated on Wednesday.
16 November 2022, 06:21 AM

FIFA 2022 Soundtrack: Has Hayya Hayya missed a mark?

Hayya Hayya (Better Together) was the first song to come out this season and has left the fan base divided. Although it garnered some appreciation with the words “You know we better together,” it missed the mark for fans that were waiting for the beat to drop.
15 November 2022, 10:31 AM

A guide to writing your first CV

How do you go about creating your first curriculum vitae? You may believe you do not have enough to say to fill a page, but you probably have more than you realise. According to research, recruiters spend on average between five to ten seconds reading through a CV. It is quite clear that your CV must grab the attention of recruiters at the first glance. Preparing the perfect CV can be quite daunting for people with years of experience, let alone freshers who are working on writing their first. Today, let’s break down some basics you need to consider while writing your curriculum vitae.
14 November 2022, 12:13 PM

Men and their irrational obsessions

If you have hobbies or interests that you spend on, in terms of both time and money, chances are you had those exact words thrown at you at some point in your life. Everybody spends on what they like right? So why is it that our interests/obsessions land us with the man-child moniker? Well, let’s go on this journey of enlightenment together and hope you come out with newfound appreciation for the man-children in your lives.
14 November 2022, 11:43 AM

The secret behind the proactive father

The demands on a father can be numerous and mind-bogglingly diverse, and the unprepared parent may find himself drowning in tasks and rendered deaf by the sound of angry relatives. To make lives a little easier for the new-dads-to-be, here are a few of our suggestions.
13 November 2022, 08:26 AM

On living in the suburbs of Dhaka: Kanak Aditya

Kanak Aditya, Director and Chief Creative Officer at Deshal is a true artiste in all senses. Renowned musician, seasoned painter with a professional degree from the Faculty of Fine Arts, DU, involved with Prachyanat since his university days – he knows the ins and outs of the creative world. Star Lifestyle went to visit this creative, in his relaxing den, in the outskirts of Dhaka and discovered the actual secret behind his brilliance.
13 November 2022, 07:13 AM