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Why Raka Nower’s journey inspires every young Bangladeshi creator today

#Profile / Why Raka Nower’s journey inspires every young Bangladeshi creator today

1 March 2026, 15:27 PM
Innovative filmmaker Raka Noshin Nower transforms Studio Yellow Something Limited into a creative hub. From Applebox Films to the Busan Asian Film School, her journey empowers Bangladeshi cinema through diverse perspectives and professional producing fellowship expertise.
1 March 2026, 15:27 PM
Cancer could not stop Farah Noshin’s Muay Thai journey

#Woman Empowerment / Cancer could not stop Farah Noshin’s Muay Thai journey

26 February 2026, 14:49 PM
Empower your resilience by following Noshin Knight, a courageous colon cancer survivor in Dhaka who transitioned from genetic engineering to mastering Muay Thai. Her disciplined journey proves that physical strength and professional fitness coaching redefine existence.
26 February 2026, 14:49 PM
Snoring at night? Low vitamin D might be playing a role

Snoring at night? Low vitamin D might be playing a role

23 February 2026, 13:57 PM
Discover how vitamin D deficiency impacts snoring by weakening upper airway muscles and increasing systemic inflammation. This essential nutrient maintains neuromuscular control and reduces throat swelling, ensuring stable breathing patterns and improved sleep quality tonight.
23 February 2026, 13:57 PM
Mosabbir Alok Nibash giving cancer patients a home

Mosabbir Alok Nibash giving cancer patients a home

19 February 2026, 14:32 PM
Support vulnerable cancer patients through Mosabbir Alok Nibash, a Dhaka sanctuary offering free housing and nutrition. Founded by Najmus Ahmed Albab, this initiative provides essential stability and dignity for families traveling across Bangladesh for treatment.
19 February 2026, 14:32 PM
Science explains why dancing is a powerful tool against depression

Science explains why dancing is a powerful tool against depression

19 February 2026, 14:03 PM
Combat isolation by embracing dance, a powerful tool for depression relief that outperforms traditional walking or yoga. This neurochemical symphony releases dopamine and oxytocin, synchronizing brain activity to restore emotional connection and physical resilience.
19 February 2026, 14:03 PM
High protein iftar ideas using everyday Bangladeshi foods

High protein iftar ideas using everyday Bangladeshi foods

16 February 2026, 19:30 PM
Upgrade your Ramadan with 5 nutritious, high-protein iftar ideas using local Bangladeshi ingredients. Boost energy and avoid fatigue with these healthy recipes.
16 February 2026, 19:30 PM
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Confused about voting? Here’s a step-by-step guide

10 February 2026, 15:31 PM
Prepare for the 12 February 13th National Parliamentary Election in Dhaka by verifying your NID. Use the Smart Election Management BD app or SMS 105 to find polling centres. Your participation ensures democratic voices matter.
10 February 2026, 15:31 PM
DIY terrariums make nature accessible for busy urbanites

#Hobbies / DIY terrariums make nature accessible for busy urbanites

2 February 2026, 15:21 PM
Transform Dhaka workspaces with miniature ecosystems using lush ferns, Fittonia, and moss. These low-maintenance terrariums offer urban dwellers sustainable nature through expert-led workshops, providing corporate gifts and creative indoor greenery for modern Bangladesh homes.
2 February 2026, 15:21 PM
The anatomy of a face: Inside Atia Rahman’s world of prosthetic makeup

The anatomy of a face: Inside Atia Rahman’s world of prosthetic makeup

To most people, a face is a face. To Atia Rahman, it’s a map of memory, trauma, identity, and fiction. When she works, she is not just applying makeup but rather layering psychology, reconstructing time, and adding evidence to a character’s backstory.
19 June 2025, 10:19 AM
Saline soil, cyclones, health risks — Women farmers remain resilient

Farming against the salt: Women farmers on the frontline of the Sundarbans

In Bangladesh’s saline delta, climate-vulnerable women like Jamuna and Pushpa lead adaptation with innovative farming and resilience. Despite gender inequality and health risks, they drive sustainable solutions for survival, food security, and environmental justice.
18 June 2025, 12:00 PM
How body shaming affects kids and what families should do

How body shaming affects kids and what families should do

Body shaming in Bangladeshi families harms children’s self-esteem, causing anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Experts stress parental support, respectful dialogue, and stopping harmful comments to foster positive body image and protect children’s mental health.
15 June 2025, 11:37 AM
Qurbani Eid 101: Keep your sacrificial animal happy and healthy

Qurbani Eid 101: Keep your sacrificial animal happy and healthy

With Eid-ul-Azha near, proper care of Qurbani animals is vital. Select healthy livestock, maintain their feeding routine, provide clean water, shelter, and hygiene, ensure child safety, and perform humane sacrifice to fulfil religious and ethical responsibilities effectively.
4 June 2025, 21:19 PM
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Life on a Plate: Shaheda Yesmin’s fusion food philosophy

When you hear the phrase “fusion food,” your mind might wander to avocado sushi or kimchi tacos. But in the hands of Shaheda Yesmin, fusion is not a gimmick — it’s a carefully considered act of cultural conversation. Her debut cookbook, “Life on a Plate” is not just a collection of recipes, it’s a manual for reimagining what it means to preserve tradition while responding to the hunger of a global palate.
2 June 2025, 13:14 PM
Mirpur Katan saree gets GI recognition — But for whose gain?

Mirpur Katan saree gets GI recognition — But for whose gain?

Despite Mirpur Katan sarees earning GI status, Mirpur’s weavers still battle rising costs, lack of recognition, poor infrastructure, and fading traditions — trapped between promises and survival, with no real change reaching the artisans.
29 May 2025, 10:46 AM
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More than just a bite the new face of biscuits

Walk into any grocery store in Bangladesh – from a bustling supershop in Dhaka to a tea stall in a village – and biscuits are everywhere.
28 May 2025, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh's Konika shines at Miss World 2025

Bangladesh's Konika shines at Miss World 2025

Aklima Atika Konika’s last-minute Miss World 2025 journey spotlighted authenticity, resilience, and advocacy for children's mental health, proving that true beauty lies in purpose, sincerity, and proudly representing Bangladesh on a global stage.
26 May 2025, 09:40 AM
Another Bangladeshi makes it to 2025 Forbes list

Sayed Zubaer Hasan’s journey: How a farmer’s son made it to Forbes 30 Under 30

Sayed Zubaer Hasan, founder of Krishi Shwapno, transforms Bangladesh’s farming through tech-driven, climate-resilient solutions. Recognised by Forbes, his agritech startup empowers 27,000+ smallholders with data, training, and direct market access for lasting social impact.
25 May 2025, 09:22 AM
Tk 5 note Abu Sayeed Mugdha

The Tk 5 debate: Who deserves a place on our notes?

Bangladesh’s new Tk 5 note features 2024 protest icons Abu Sayeed and Mugdha, marking a bold shift toward memorialising civic dissent. The move stirs debate on balancing contemporary memory with timeless national history on currency.
22 May 2025, 10:24 AM
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Inside Tropical Haider Amorapuri’s practical features

The name Amorapuri – which loosely translates to “the eternal town” – isn’t a catchy tagline. It reflects a lived-in lifestyle. Spread across 120 Katha (6 Bigha) of prime land, this G+16, four-tower residence was designed with balance in mind – between structure and space, utility and comfort, community and privacy.
21 May 2025, 18:00 PM
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The organic shift

When Farzana Karim, a Dhaka-based HR professional, developed chronic acidity, she tried everything from antacids to Ayurvedic concoctions.
16 May 2025, 19:12 PM
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The smart shopper’s checklist

Buying smart home appliances nowadays can feel like stepping into a minefield of QR codes, blinking LEDs, and tech jargon. One moment, you’re just looking for a fridge that texts you when it’s low on eggs, and the next, you’re stuck in a rabbit hole of compatibility charts and subscription-based features.
14 May 2025, 18:00 PM
Perimenopause and menopause: Understanding the hormonal journey

Perimenopause and menopause: Understanding the hormonal journey

Menopause is a natural, transformative journey often misunderstood and stigmatized in Bangladesh. By raising awareness about perimenopause, symptoms, and support options, women can navigate hormonal changes with dignity, strength, and a renewed sense of self.
11 May 2025, 13:33 PM
It’s 40°C and you’re still ignoring street animals?

It’s 40°C and you’re still ignoring street animals?

As extreme summer heat scorches Bangladesh, simple acts like leaving water bowls, offering shade, feeding hydrating food, and aiding heat-struck animals can save countless street dogs, cats, and birds from dehydration, suffering, and death.
10 May 2025, 10:21 AM
Dhaka's own Sufia Easel: Art with heart

Dhaka's own Sufia Easel: Art with heart

Sufia Easel’s moody watercolour art explores anxiety, memory, and solitude. Shifting from graphic design to painting full-time, she now sells merchandise to reach wider audiences while preserving her deeply personal, emotionally rich artistic style.
3 May 2025, 08:38 AM
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Rainy days and retirement: Why savings matter more than ever

“It’s not always going to be sunshine — and your umbrella for that rain is your savings,” said Arup Haider, Deputy Managing Director of City Bank. His metaphor speaks to a reality many in Bangladesh are now waking up to: retirement is no longer a distant concern, but an urgent planning priority.
29 April 2025, 18:00 PM
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Berger EcoCoat: A revolutionary solution to combat air pollution in Bangladesh

Berger EcoCoat is more than a product; it’s a paradigm shift.
28 April 2025, 07:33 AM
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Match makeup to your skin type

On a sweltering afternoon in Dhaka, your makeup feels like it’s melting off by the minute.
27 April 2025, 18:00 PM
sarod music by Fuljhuri Sisters

Sarod, sisterhood, and the quiet defiance of convention

For Ilham and Isra Fuljhuri Khan, music was not a choice — it was an inheritance.
24 April 2025, 08:49 AM

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