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Fly smarter: Hacks to improve your travels

Travelling on a flight can be a bit of a headache, but it certainly does not have to be. A quick read through the hacks below, can bring a total game changer to your next flying experience making your travel less tiring and more enjoyable.
22 September 2022, 11:06 AM

Lecture vs storytelling: The dos and don’ts of parenting

Children will test your patience in more ways than one, and on more days than one. They will squabble, irritate others, eat more sweets than necessary, get terrified of doctors and darkness, and so on and so forth. And for all these diverse problems under the sky, parents have but one solution: lecture. But is having a lecture for each incident all that handy? Research says, storytelling is a better option.
8 September 2022, 13:06 PM

Diet and nutrition for Hepatitis: Foods to eat and avoid when you have a liver problem

There are many confusions and misconceptions surrounding the ideal diet of a person suffering from liver diseases. The diet of a person effected by liver disease like hepatitis and liver cirrhosis must be balanced yet nutritious as it is a part of treatment therapy.
4 September 2022, 13:22 PM

Twirling dresses in the sun

Florals and geometric patterns have ruled fashion charts for a reason. Worn short, mid length or long, the prints are versatile and can be styled easily. Think of jumpsuits with floral flounces, one-shouldered midi dresses in polka dots, strapless short numbers or long and breezy dresses in soft layers — the summer friendly motifs make almost everything look a little bit better.
4 September 2022, 10:23 AM

How to improve brain function?

Long-COVID brain fog, mum brain or work burnout — there are quite a few reasons in today’s world that can bring intelligence levels to a drop. If left in that state, the mind, just like a person, can become lethargic and unwilling to get back to its original sheen. For a growth-oriented individual, low smarts could also mean a slowdown in their career. Fortunately, there are a number of ways one can constantly challenge their mind and keep it alert and focused.
3 September 2022, 09:55 AM

How to change flat tyre for dummies

You are driving down the road, the weather is nice (less hot), and traffic is bearable. Then all of a sudden, the ever-kind universe showers its blessings upon you with a flat tyre on the streets of Dhaka. Suddenly the weather gets scorching and the world around you slows down. What can you do? What rocket science would you have to master to change a flat tyre? You do what anyone would do, google how to change a tyre. Which is why you are now reading this article. Here are the easy steps for changing tyres for the uninitiated.
27 August 2022, 11:33 AM

Making the most of your travel photography

These days, travel photography has become an inseparable part of travelling. Developing an efficient eye for travel photography is an ever-evolving process as every travel destination has its distinctive culture, landscapes and stories to display. Hence, it is not a very easy task for an amateur photographer to snap a perfect shot with one click of the camera. However, having some tips and tricks in mind, we can empower ourselves with photography skills and equipment and collect beautiful images with the cameras that we have at our disposal.
24 August 2022, 13:31 PM

4 fashion statements that you should avoid at all costs in 2022

Each of our individualities speak through our fashion statements, representing the choices we are willing to make. This itself can go both ways — not always are the choices we make have the best feedback, and rightfully so. Some aspects of our intrinsic relationship with fashion, its phases and its trends are atrocious than anything else. ​​Here are four fashion statements that you should avoid at all costs.
18 August 2022, 12:06 PM

4 reasons why Chandni Chowk is your most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka

Known to many and visited by most Dhakaites — Chandni Chowk, Gawsia, and New Market — the holy trinity of inexpensive and trendy apparels certainly need no new introduction. Yet, the legendary Chandni Chowk stands out the best as it offers an astounding number of cheap deals and fashionable attires with twists of deshi taste. Although it is not easy to find one’s way around the winding narrow alleys, teeming crowd and never-ending shops in Chandni Chowk, this crammed and busy shopping hub undoubtedly remains the most affordable shopping destination in Dhaka city.
10 August 2022, 14:46 PM

9 ways to conserve energy at home

When you reduce or limit your energy use, you limit your impact on the environment. Remember, most of the electricity we consume comes from burning fossil fuels like natural gas, petroleum (oil), and coal, all of which are non-renewable resources. The world is in an energy crisis. However, every cloud has a silver lining; perhaps, this is a good time for us to start changing our lifestyles, habits, and energy use for a better, cleaner, and greener future.
24 July 2022, 13:06 PM

Special food for special needs like Autism

Many individuals with autism have food aversions and sensitivities. Many also have behavioural issues that make mealtime particularly challenging. Researchers have found that children with ASD are five times more likely to have mealtime challenges such as tantrums, extreme food selectivity and ritualistic eating behaviours. Inadequate nutrition is also found to be more common among children with autism.
8 July 2022, 21:58 PM

This summer is all about Boho-chic styling

Picture this — Jaya Ahsan in gladiator sandals, maxi skirt, a solid-colour tank top and multilayers of natural wooden beads round the neck; or maybe Azmeri Haque Badhan, in a patchwork crochet midi-dress with leather belts and hunter wellies. What are we talking about? Boho–chic fashion of course! Like many other 90s trends making a comeback, Boho is back again with a bang. So, we are ready to welcome back floral waistcoats, midi dresses, ripped jeans, cargo pants, printed scarves, fringes on everything including belts, bags and sandals.
8 July 2022, 20:57 PM

5 Gifts to Get for Your Loved Ones from Hajj

Apart from making dua, bringing back some little souvenir for our loved ones lets them know they are close to our heart. If you are among those of us who love to plan ahead, here are 5 amazing gifts that will definitely win their hearts.
8 July 2022, 20:36 PM

Keeping your kitchen clean during Eid

With Eid ul Azha knocking at our door, it is mandatory to assume that our kitchen will go through a tornado of bloody mess. Both scenarios require different post-cleaning procedures, from handling raw meat to cooking them. Things can and will get pretty crazy and sometimes, it just is not possible to get the dishes and kitchen space cleaned immediately.
7 July 2022, 09:52 AM

Earthquake alert! Dos and don’ts before, during and after a tremor

Among the list of inevitable incidents, natural disaster holds the top list. That being said, Dhaka, one of the world's most densely populated cities, has been ranked in the top 20 cities most vulnerable to earthquakes. In addition to the current level of unplanned urbanisation along with the non-adherence to the National Building Code, Dhaka is a ticking bomb in the wake of an earthquake. In times like these, as responsible individuals, it is our responsibility to know what to do before, during and after these disasters.
26 June 2022, 13:19 PM

Top 5 Healthy Practices During Monsoon Season

The rainy season means a sprinkle of romance with a splash of fun, but staying healthy in such unpredictable seasons should still be a priority. The change of weather can cause a lot of illnesses like fever, cough, headache etc, and COVID is not gone completely either. Here are 5 tips on how you can maintain your health and be fit throughout this prevailing monsoon season.
26 June 2022, 13:04 PM

Sway in fashion: Tennis Edition

Tennis is one of the most fascinating and celebrated sports in the world. It is a classic combination of athleticism and strategy. If anyone told you that there is a fixed dress code to such games, they must have fooled you. The beauty of these games is that you get to be yourself as long as you are able to pull the outfit you are wearing.
23 June 2022, 11:29 AM

4 easy tips for a productive morning

It is not easy create a productive morning routine, but the benefits outweigh the labour and initial discomfort. What you do first thing in the morning, good or bad, sets the mood for the rest of the day. In the end, a productive morning means one stresses less, is more efficient, and has more energy to tackle the day ahead! Here is a guide for making your day as productive as a Fortune 500 CEO.
23 June 2022, 09:41 AM

Things to know before going to study abroad

Studying abroad is a dream for many. And if you are a lucky one getting to fulfil that dream, well first of all congratulations! You have some wonderful and exciting times ahead of you. Going abroad to study all by yourself can be daunting and overwhelming. Below, we break down all the preparation steps for people who are planning to go abroad as well as students who are all set to leave soon.
14 June 2022, 12:13 PM

Style guide for wearing jeans that fit you well

The appeal for jeans is universal. We have all seen, admired and worn them — the classic skinny jeans, the retro boyfriend jeans, the flares aka bell-bottoms — denim are certainly an indispensable anchor to any wardrobe and are donned as casual wear by many. Again, it is unanimously acknowledged that denim pants never go out of style, and they function as versatile wear in countless occasions; however, ill-fitted jeans can be anyone’s worst nightmare and negatively impact the overall look. Here are some tips to help you choose jeans that complement your natural form.
13 June 2022, 11:48 AM