How namaz teaches discipline and helps you lead a balanced life
It is seen by many as a very spiritual exercise that helps people connect with the almighty. In addition to its religious significance, namaz serves as a model for discipline, punctuality, and self-awareness.
27 February 2025, 10:20 AM
Does jilapi belong in muri makhano?
The debate over adding jilapi to muri makhano during Ramadan in Bangladesh sparks strong opinions. Some love its sweet-savoury contrast, while purists argue it ruins tradition. Ultimately, food is personal, and iftar remains a unifying experience.
27 February 2025, 10:06 AM
How personal fitness trainers are changing local health trends
Personal fitness trainers had the reputation of being reserved for the elite and the affluent. In recent times, they have quietly slipped into the everyday lives of many Bangladeshis, shedding their once-exclusive reputation.
22 February 2025, 18:00 PM
Luxury watches: The emerging investment opportunity
When asked what he intends to leave his children, a Bangladeshi father is likely to mention property or a flourishing business company.
22 February 2025, 18:00 PM
How to stop your flowers from dying as fast as your New Year’s Resolutions
Keep Valentine's flowers fresh longer by trimming stems at 45 degrees, removing submerged leaves, using room-temperature water, adding flower food, changing water every two days, avoiding fruit, keeping them cool, and reviving drooping blooms with warm water.
15 February 2025, 09:13 AM
Seven days of Valentine’s love, seven ways to go broke!
This hilariously brutal breakdown of Valentine’s Week exposes its capitalist grip. From overpriced roses to unnecessary teddy bears, love has become an economic heist. True affection needs no extravagant spending — just presence, not presents.
11 February 2025, 14:36 PM
Dhaka’s winter personas: Which one are you?
Winter is more than simply a season in Dhaka; it's the big unmasking. When the temperature drops and the city sheds its constant sheen of humidity, people start to change, leaving their summer survival modes to expose their most genuine — and frequently ridiculous — winter selves.
16 January 2025, 12:15 PM
Why Dhakaites feel richer in winter?
If you live in Dhaka, you have probably noticed the change in the city's mood. Dhakaites experience a remarkable metamorphosis when the temperature drops. Individuals seem, or at least feel, more fashionable, more active, and, strangely enough, wealthier suddenly.
15 January 2025, 09:37 AM
How fog creates Dhaka’s most Instagrammable season
Winter fog in Dhaka transforms the city into a cinematic wonderland, turning everyday scenes into Instagram gold. With its soft glow and mystical effect, fog enhances the city’s charm, creating a sense of romanticism and beauty in ordinary moments.
9 January 2025, 12:46 PM
Why Dhaka’s weddings feel like Netflix shows in winter
Dhaka’s winter weddings have evolved into extravagant events, resembling multi-episode Netflix series. From over-the-top invitations to elaborate ceremonies and reception spin-offs, these weddings are high-budget productions that captivate and entertain, leaving guests eagerly awaiting the next season.
2 January 2025, 13:25 PM
Dust, mosquitoes, dry skin: Dhaka’s real winter dilemmas
Dhaka winters bring rooftop parties, but also three menaces: mosquitoes, dust, and dry skin. Resilient Dhakaites fight back with coils, sprays, lotions, and creative solutions, transforming winter’s challenges into a season of quirky defence.
29 December 2024, 13:07 PM
Planning a rooftop BBQ? Here's your survival guide
Winter is here, and you know what that means—rooftop BBQ parties! It’s the time when we all romanticise grilling kebabs under the open sky, bundled up in shawls or jackets, and sipping tea. However, throwing a rooftop BBQ party is not all smoky bliss and Instagrammable aesthetics, it’s a battlefield where the struggle begins long before you even light the coals.
19 December 2024, 12:29 PM
Survived the wedding? Now impress the in-laws!
Winning over your in-laws’ post-marriage requires patience, small gestures, and navigating traditions. From compliments to shared interests and thoughtful actions, building rapport ensures a harmonious family dynamic and turns awkward gatherings into joyful experiences.
18 December 2024, 12:17 PM
Unlocking the male mind: Relationship insights women will love
Understanding a man’s thoughts can feel like decoding hieroglyphs. From the “What to eat?” dilemma to the art of silent retreat, men’s perspectives offer insight into smoother, funnier relationships with clearer communication.
12 December 2024, 11:04 AM
Winter Essentials by Aarong Earth: Your Natural Armour Against Dry Chill
Aarong Earth’s Winter Essentials—a collection crafted not just to counter winter woes but to celebrate the season with self-care that’s as natural as it is effective. Sourced from the finest ingredients, these products remind us that caring for ourselves does not need to be complicated.
8 December 2024, 12:15 PM
How to save on flight tickets right before the holidays
Save on holiday flights with these Dhaka-style hacks: book flexible dates, use incognito mode, choose budget airlines, fly at odd hours, track prices, avoid peak times, travel light, call airlines, opt for connecting flights, and skip unrealistic deals.
5 December 2024, 10:56 AM
Brain rot: How to beat it!
But what exactly is brain rot?
2 December 2024, 09:58 AM
How to look good with grey hair: The silver fox’s guide
if heroes like George Clooney and King Khan can reinvent themselves with grey, so can you.
28 November 2024, 07:44 AM
Best tehari places in Dhaka this winter!
Tehari, like winter, has a way of making us pause.
28 November 2024, 07:31 AM
How not to market your car brand like Jaguar
Nostalgia still works—where's yours?
26 November 2024, 09:18 AM