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Small businesses during COVID-19: Sink or Swim?

10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
In 1996, Nandan Children’s Fashion had set out to change the scene with readymade stylish children’s wear that did not burn a hole in the wallet. With options for various sizes and exclusive designs, the name Nandan has been essential for those looking for a set of trendy children’s clothes.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
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ls suggests / In cheese we trust!

6 July 2020, 18:00 PM
The block of dairy goodness known as cheese is a delight in every way for the foodie. Sliced, shredded, melted or just nibbled on its own; there is no end to the possible combinations of enjoying cheese.
6 July 2020, 18:00 PM
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ramadan planner / Week2: Getting into the flow

4 May 2020, 18:00 PM
With roughly two-third of Ramadan ahead, it’s the perfect time to do some essential tidying up and have a look at the things you have or need to buy. There is nothing worse than leaving things for the last week and ending up with a hodgepodge of activities.
4 May 2020, 18:00 PM
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5 things to help your mind in trying times

20 April 2020, 18:00 PM
The Covid-19 pandemic is changing the world as we know it, and every day is becoming more difficult than the last one. The uncertainty and the change ensuing from it have simply crept up in a short amount of time, and are truly too much to take on for anyone.
20 April 2020, 18:00 PM
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spotlight / In the right state of being

9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
The year 2020 is not shaping out to be in the world that we wanted — within just three months of the year, it has been one soul-shaking wakeup call after another, environmentally, politically, and health hazard-wise.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
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Vanishing boundaries of digital privacy

13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
Your only recollection is that a few days ago, you had exchanged a text with your friend about getting together for a quick morning chat. From that single exchange of information, the ever-helpful and always-listening ubiquitous virtual assistant has set up a new routine, without giving away much to let you know of the steps it has taken.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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The food franchise story

13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
You don’t need to have a marketing degree to understand why an international food franchise will work (or slump in cases). Pricing, food quality, placement, delivery services, and above all — the voice of the people, are all it takes. After all, novelties wear off over time, but the great food always remains, be it a local eatery or a multi-storeyed, high-tech food place!
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
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Meet Bangladesh

13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
It was not that long ago when travelling just meant going to one’s ancestral homes. Then again, there were not many options available for families or friends during the long stretch of Eid and Puja holidays. The denizens of the upper echelon had the opportunity to go overseas, but even they were a handful in number.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM
Skin

Warnings from your skin

You hydrate your skin regularly, apply the top shelf foundation and never forget to use the right serum. But how closely are you listening to your skin? As the largest sensory organ on the human body, our skin can give early warnings of an impending internal ailment. Then again not every scratch or bump is a reason to run to the dermatologist! You can start with looking out for and taking care of the basic signs first.
19 February 2018, 18:00 PM
Comically Drawn-inspiring to be inspired

Comically Drawn-inspiring to be inspired

And let's not forget the merchandise, from posters to figures to custom art; nothing is too big or too small for the crowds of fans! Social media has made it easier to connect and showcase an individual's work, and Comically Drawn- a venture from Puja Sarkar, is already making the rounds in this virtual gallery. For its beginnings, Sarkar's own words are the best to relate, “It just happened.”
19 February 2018, 18:00 PM
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Masuda Kazi's jewellery endeavours

Jewellery has been the must have accessory in every fashion forward individual's wardrobe. These are not just limited to precious
12 February 2018, 18:00 PM
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The wonder between spout and handle

It is next to impossible to find anyone who has not heard the nursery rhyme “I'm a little teapot, short and stout…”! Ceramic or metal,
5 February 2018, 18:00 PM
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Getting to know Sotheby's

If you do a simple web search for art auction houses, the name that is bound to be in every list is Sotheby's. Generally known amongst
4 February 2018, 18:00 PM
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Häfele Design Centre now in Dhaka

Located at Banani Road 12, the Häfele Design Centre occupies a 3,300 square feet duplex. Visitors coming in are welcomed first by the warmly lit Live Kitchen Area. This area focuses on the elements of a
29 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Being the standout single

Being the standout single

While there are no set rules or guidelines to spend this time correctly, there are simple things that can add up to a marvellous and fulfilled life.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Singling out singledom

Singling out singledom

There is something that rubs an entire segment of people the wrong way when a thirty-something single person is concerned. Push the age to forty-something and you would think the social structure as you know it is crumbling.
22 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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Getting re-acquainted with petroleum jelly

For skin and cuticles, just pat a bit of water and a little bit of the jelly on the surface. You will immediately moisturise the area by locking in the moisture.
15 January 2018, 18:00 PM
Revisiting Shakrain

Revisiting Shakrain

While it is one of the oldest festivals held in Dhaka, carried over from the Mughal times, the gusto of celebration is best seen at the old parts of Dhaka.
8 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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Your big day with Bata

This wedding season, Bata is here to ensure that the wedding attire gets its perfect companion on the stage! For the bride-to-be, the line up focuses on sandals with stiletto heels. Sandals are either in satin or come with glamorous glitter.
25 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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Wishing you a cosy Christmas filled with greenery

It is official -- winter is here. While the remnants of late autumn still linger, your mind is already in half-lazy mode. For those of you
18 December 2017, 18:00 PM
A PICNIC FOR TWO

A PICNIC FOR TWO

The seemingly dreary chills of winter are in fact the perfect time to set up little outings, especially those that rekindle romance or strengthen bonds with siblings and friends. No glaring sun and no sign of the all ruining humidity make
11 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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Beat cancer with early checks at Parkway Hospitals Singapore

Breast and gynaecological cancers and HPV are currently among the most common concerns among adult women, often festering silently due to prevailing taboos. Yet, there is no better way to battle these killer diseases than being on guard.
11 December 2017, 18:00 PM
Soup for the changing season

Soup for the changing season

No matter how well wrapped you are to fight the oncoming chilly winds, your stuffy nose tells a different tale. Pair that with a dull throb somewhere at the back of your head, you are already reaching for your cold medicines.
27 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Winter skin care for your infant

Winter skin care for your infant

The winter chills are just beginning to creep in on us. And we are already reaching out for lotions and moisturisers like there is no tomorrow. But slathering on any and all products like these is most definitely not the way to go when it comes to our little ones.
27 November 2017, 18:00 PM
Perfumes for your wedding

Perfumes for your wedding

Wedding photos and videos and endless social network streams may have become the de facto method of keeping memories, but to remember the occasion in a unique manner, why not go for a perfume? Olfactory memory is a key
20 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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Horror movies through the ages

The ultimate visual canvas is the silver screen. It should be of no surprise that the history of evolution of the horror genre on the big screen needs a course of its own! From black-and-white caped vampires (and their glamourous continuations in the later years) to chainsaw wielding maniacs to psychotic serial killers, fear now comes in every possible permutation and there is still more to come.
30 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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The origin of Halloween

The candy laden and costume parading Halloween of popular culture owes its beginnings to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.
30 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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GOING BANANAS

The humble banana — widely available and the superfood of choice of all health-conscious people. Have it for breakfast and get an instant energy kickstart for the day!
23 October 2017, 18:00 PM

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