Want better focus and health? Add more fish to diet

Saltwater fish like hilsa, koral, and rupchanda offer heart, brain, and eye health benefits due to omega-3s. Nutritionists recommend lighter cooking methods and mindful portions to maximise seafood’s value while minimising health risks.
16 October 2025, 11:36 AM Life & Living

Can being too nice weaken your body’s defences?

Chronic people-pleasing triggers persistent stress, causing immune system dysregulation and inflammation. This may increase autoimmune disease risk over time. Prioritising self-care and reducing chronic stress supports immune health and reduces long-term biological harm.
23 October 2025, 10:49 AM Life & Living

The Fun Snack is a Good Snack

Tea and biscuit, as simple as it sounds, is nothing short of a rejuvenating potion and if you are going to do that whole ritual, do it right with a biscuit that’s tasty and fun to munch on. This is where Bisk Club’s Fruit Fun comes in.
25 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Board games for when you are bored

The most popular board game in Bangladesh is of course - Ludo. Nothing quite matches the feeling of sitting with family members and having a game of Ludo.
25 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Puberty — dietary needs at a special age

A surge in appetite around the age of 10 in girls, and 12 in boys, foretells the growth spurt of puberty. This paves the way for early adolescence when the human body needs more calories than any other time in life.
25 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Le Reve announces “30-50-70% Sale 2021”

One of the leading fashion brands in Bangladesh, Le Reve has started its biggest end-of-season sale of the year. The brand has announced “30-50-70% sale” on trending men’s, women’s, and children wear, and the latest Winter Collection.
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Banglapex 2020 – a haven for stamp collectors

The philatelic scene of Bangladesh is not hyped due to its lack of popularity among the general populace, but upon closer observation, one will realise that it is in fact abuzz with interesting events and activities. The most recent of which is Banglapex 2020 – the fourth national stamp exhibition that is currently being held virtually.
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Aspire to Inspire — six successful ladies breaking down invisible barriers

The human mind is such that we always dream of a world where gender equality simply exists. We sing about it, build stories around it, and yet somehow, we are nowhere close to our considerations.
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Hairstyles to get the groove on

In a year that has generally been nothing short of surprises in every way, it has been quite an eventful journey for the hair follicles of men as many of us have decided to let our hair grow, all the way through the sides to beyond shoulder length.
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Still thankful

The pandemic has brought people closer. Yes, there are times when seeing each other 24/7 is leading to more frequent arguments and disagreements among family members,
18 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Basic aquarium decoration ideas

Aquariums are a great addition to decor. They bring colour, promise and they are aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. They are known to be soothing and have a relaxing effect on both human as well as pets. If decorated properly, a fish tank can really become the focal point of your room.
11 January 2021, 18:00 PM

The Shiny Velvet by House of Ahmed

House of Ahmed recently launched their winter ethnic wear collection - A Velvet Affair, designed to add sophistication and a splash of colour to our monotonous lives.
11 January 2021, 18:00 PM

‘You know you need it’ campaign by ISHO

Bringing ISHO’s furniture right to people’s doorsteps, this ground-breaking campaign will feature a decked out and customised ISHO van that will be seen across various locations in the city.
11 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Understanding tandoori chai

It’s certainly an impressive trick! Small terracotta pots preheated in big tandoor like stoves; milk boiled at a high heat until it becomes all creamy and thick, and tea liquor brewed with sticks of cinnamon.
11 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Rang Bangladesh celebrates 26th anniversary

What started out in 1994 as Rang, now has an off shoot known popularly as Rang Bangladesh. Rang began its journey at Narayanganj.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Saffola launches ‘100% Pure’ Saffola Honey

Marico Bangladesh Limited, the fastest-growing multinational FMCG Organisation in Bangladesh, has recently launched the all-new 100 percent pure Saffola Honey. This is an extension to its health-brand Saffola to deliver great nutrition value and immunity boosting benefits to consumers.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

First ever international matchbox exhibition

Bangladesh Matchbox Collectors’ Club (BMCC) has arranged the ever first ever international Matchbox and Labels Exhibition. Around 60 matchbox collectors from 20 different countries are taking part in this exhibition, displayed at www.matchbox20k.blogspot.com until 15 January 2021. The exhibition was inaugurated on the 1st of this month.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

New Year’s delicious delights

And what better way to have fun at home during a time like this than to have Movie Nights! Just make a list of movies of your family’s choice, make your favourite snacks, drinks, cookies, chips and dip, and a big batch of popcorn and spend some quality time with your family.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Frozen in Time by Grace Moon and Azim Uddula

December 27, 2020 witnessed yet another fiery ramp-display breathe life back into the momentarily halted Dhaka fashion scenario.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

The chores of a bridesmaid

The culture of designating the title of a ‘bridesmaid’ is surely western, but its influence has slowly penetrated our deshi-weddings. Now, Bengali brides also assign duties of a bridesmaid to a few ladies among her friends and family.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

Welcome to the Family Brunch

Nuptial bonds tied, and the day is the first day for the rest of the lives for the newly-weds.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM

The perfect snack at work

During these days, a quick and filling snack is what most people look forward to and Bisk Club Dry Cake Biscuit perfectly serves this purpose. The dense and toothsome cake rusks are a good alternative to luncheon that makes for a great midday meal, easily substituting lunch or brunch on any given day.
4 January 2021, 18:00 PM