A mixed bouquet of lilies with fern leaves or a colourful assortment of orchids are undoubtedly magnificent. But let's face it, roses are classic! Who can ever underestimate the power of a bunch of red roses?

Just a couple of days back, a friend was talking about her “eligible for marriage” sister whom the potential groom's family was about to “see” that evening.

Van Gogh was a post-Impressionist painter of Dutch origin whose work—notable for its rough beauty, emotional honesty, and bold color—had a far-reaching influence on 20th-century art.

In his movie "Fury" Brad Pitt plays the role of a Sergeant of American Army advancing well inside Germany in the last phase of WWII. He observes - 'ideals are peaceful but war is violent'. This sums up the blood bath that WW II was.

Mithila Rashid is an actor, a Programme Manager, Education at BRAC International and a mother. She is often in news for the amazing roles that she plays on television. However, very recently, she made the columns for earning a 4.00 (CGPA) and a gold medal, after completing her Masters in Early Childhood Development. Mithila takes out a few minutes to speak to the Star Weekend.

There we were sitting inside this enormous hall room, after being escorted inside the Presidential House- the Rashtrapati Bhawan, in Delhi, India.

16: AN EXHIBIT BY IMRUL & APURBO

It's undoubtedly a fantastic project and I along with my family members have enjoyed the trip greatly!” says 50-year-old banker Mohammad Firoz Alam Khan, after taking a water-taxi trip at the recent Hatirjheel water taxi service.

One of the worst beginnings of 2017 was when fire swept through the DNCC market last week, in Gulshan 1, damaging goods worth millions, and burning shops to ashes.

In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer.

I am the rickshaw puller who took you home safe last night. Or the security guard, sitting outside the ATM booth, making sure that you have a secure money transaction.

I would like to thank the entire team of Star Weekend for presenting us so many insightful stories through out the year.

In 1835 the General Committee of Public Interaction submitted a proposal to Lord William Bentinck, asking to establish an institution which would teach English literature and science in major cities such as Dhaka, Patna, Chittagong and many more.

There are roses as far as the eyes can see in the Birulia union, under Savar Upazila, in the most vibrant, flaming shades of red.

The moment you hear the term 'Sheeter Pitha' (winter cakes), a perpetual village image might pop up in your mind.

CHEERS TO A NEW YEAR AND ANOTHER CHANCE FOR US TO GET IT RIGHT.

A man of a quiet and humbling nature, Pandit Yogesh Samsi is one of the few tabla players whose status and reputation have been built on his precise and perfected artistic ability, as both an accompanist and a soloist.

As we all try our best to look forward to the New Year – make lists of things to do (better!), to read more, lose weight – in a nutshell, be a better person – we can't help but take a sneak peak at the past. Turn to pages 7-9 and take a look at 10 Star Weekend stories published in the last one year, that we believe have changed us for the better. On a brighter note, the Star Weekend team would like to wish you a happy new 2017!

Last year around April, I was going through a whirlwind trip. I wasn't much of a morning person; nevertheless I was forcing myself to get up at the crack of dawn so that I don't end up missing my ride to the next destination.

My roommate, Sarzina, Radio Jockey, Radio Foorti, and I woke up in the early hours, still in a daze. Breakfast was always served by 7 AM, with only half an hour in hand before the bus would be ready to leave.