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Your kitchen needs an audit this season

16 April 2026, 15:23 PM
Fire incidents peaked during the dry months, with March recording the highest monthly count of 3,522 fires. During these peak periods, the national average surged from 75 to a terrifying 123 fires per day.
16 April 2026, 15:23 PM
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Your kitchen needs an audit this season

13 April 2026, 16:37 PM
As we move through the dry window from January to April, the risk to Bangladeshi homes reaches a critical, statistically proven peak. Low humidity and increased electrical demands create a volatile environment where a minor oversight can escalate into a tragedy in seconds.
13 April 2026, 16:37 PM
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Ayna Burir Adar: Home that brings back memories

13 April 2026, 11:37 AM
"Ayna Burir Adar" is a home designed to live in perfect harmony with nature. Built in Natore, the home brings a daughter's childhood memories back to life. Keeping the open spaces of the old house that the family grew up in, this new design recreates that same airy, sunlit feeling.
13 April 2026, 11:37 AM
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Bengali new year, near and far

11 April 2026, 03:27 AM
Pahela Baishakh is a sensory explosion of red and white, the rhythmic beat of the dhak, and the collective spirit of the Baishakhi Shobhajatra, originally known as Mangal Shobhajatra.
11 April 2026, 03:27 AM
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A festive spirit we share

11 April 2026, 03:16 AM
Every year, the air in Bangladesh transforms as the sun rises on the first of Boishakh. Growing up, I took the books and TV programs literally.
11 April 2026, 03:16 AM
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Strategic maintenance can save AC (and your wallet)

16 March 2026, 00:38 AM
When summer heat arrives, a working air conditioner is essential. However, many people forget about their AC until it stops working or the energy bill skyrockets.
16 March 2026, 00:38 AM
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How air conditioning protects from air pollution

16 March 2026, 00:27 AM
As of 2024, more than 55% of the world’s population lives in urban areas, which is expected to rise to nearly 70% by 2050.
16 March 2026, 00:27 AM
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The unstoppable journey of Mabia Akhter Simanto

12 March 2026, 08:32 AM
Today, Mabia Akhter Simanto remains her own biggest rival. She laments that the younger generation often lacks the "fire" she had, perhaps because they haven't had to fight the same demons.
12 March 2026, 08:32 AM
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Noor Mohammad: The food warrior of Barind

Noor Mohammad’s ambition extends far beyond his own fields. He sees his work as a solution to a national problem
9 December 2025, 11:34 AM
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What Really Gets You Hired

The reality of the job market is a massive plot twist: employers are not looking for walking textbooks. They are looking for people who can think.
2 December 2025, 07:27 AM
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Career opportunities in Printing and Publication Studies

As this discipline is relatively new, there have been fewer graduates out in the job market. Even though publishing has been around for a long time, it has fewer professionals. The job sector is new and expanding, which offers ample opportunities for graduates to explore.
11 November 2025, 23:35 PM
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The ultimate furniture buying guide

Bringing new furniture into your home is an exciting prospect, one that promises to refresh your space and enhance your daily life. However, the sheer volume of options can be overwhelming, and a hasty decision can lead to buyer’s remorse. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every crucial step.
29 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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Breaking the Myth: Why Oily Skin Needs Moisturiser Too

“My skin is already oily, I don’t need any moisturiser.” Sound familiar? Many people with oily skin believe adding more moisture will make things worse.
28 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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Can self-healing concrete provide the solution?

Bangladesh is in the midst of a remarkable urban transformation. From the capital of Dhaka to emerging cityscapes across the nation, construction is the drumbeat of progress.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM
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Homework for parents: Choosing the Right School

As your child turns four and is ready for school, you are faced with a multitude of options and the significant challenge of choosing the perfect one.
25 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Understanding the complexities of DU’s student health insurance

DU has introduced a healthcare insurance scheme for its regular students, providing coverage for those up to 28 years old in various listed hospitals for an annual premium of BDT 330. Students can access a maximum insurance benefit of BDT 80,000 per year for hospital admissions, including BDT 16,000 per day for cabin or ward rent, medical services, and doctors' fees.
16 October 2025, 12:00 PM
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Are we treating the strays right?

Why communities must care for stray animals.
29 September 2025, 07:02 AM
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Be the perfect guest

Airport lounges offer a serene escape from the chaotic energy of the main terminal, providing a space for travellers to relax, work, or recharge before their flight.
28 September 2025, 18:00 PM
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Starting Lines: Three Journeys in Design and Work

The skyline of tomorrow is not yet built. Its foundations are being laid not on construction sites, but in the bustling, late-night studios of our nation’s universities.
25 September 2025, 18:00 PM
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Guide to stress-free house shifting

At the beginning or end of every month, a familiar sight unfolds on our streets: moving trucks laden with the entire contents of a life, making their way from one chapter to the next.
25 September 2025, 18:00 PM
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Algae lime paint for greener future

The paint industry is shifting as consumers increasingly choose eco-friendly options due to health and environmental concerns over traditional paints’ volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This demand is driving the sustainable paint market’s rapid growth. It is likely to reach a valuation of US$213.83 billion by 2033.
25 September 2025, 18:00 PM
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Signs that you are being exploited in your internship

The signs of such form of exploitation at the workplace are always there.
3 May 2025, 17:41 PM
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Life after cadet college: Adjusting aspirations and adapting to changes

A cadet begins their journey in class seven, spending six formative years immersed in a structured lifestyle. For most, these years are among the best of their lives, marked by deep friendships, camaraderie, and a strong sense of belonging.
6 March 2025, 12:00 PM
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The enduring presence of cats in Japanese literature

What’s with all the cats in Japanese literature?
28 February 2025, 11:00 AM
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Why you should be concerned about your trail of digital footprint

The things you do online can be picked up by advertisers, future employers, and even cybercriminals. This can sometimes spill over into your real life, shaping opportunities or causing problems.
24 February 2025, 10:22 AM
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Working at a startup: What fresh graduates should know

Startups offer valuable experience in adaptability, innovation, and problem-solving which can be appealing for fresh graduates. However, it is important to consider whether the startup environment aligns with your career goals to avoid any potential mismatch.
18 November 2024, 13:00 PM
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Carbon sinks in crisis: Explained

Human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, release significant amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere – disrupting the natural carbon cycle. In 2023, carbon pollution – as a result of human activity – reached a record 37.4 billion tonnes. With such record-breaking carbon emissions, it is getting harder for them to absorb atmospheric carbon.
31 October 2024, 09:54 AM
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Aftermath of the revolution: The mental health crisis among students

Participating in or witnessing violent protests can lead to long-term psychological effects such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and heightened levels of anger and stress.
24 October 2024, 00:00 AM

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