Durga Puja evenings thrive in vibrant stalls filled with street food, glass bangles, clay jewellery, and beli flowers. Families, friends, and couples share nostalgic tastes, laughter, and memories, turning fleeting markets into the festival’s true spirit of community celebration.

Durga Puja thrives on unseen hands — dhakis, vendors, idol-makers — whose devotion, labor, and sacrifices shape the festival’s soul. Beyond lights, chants, and rituals, their silent contributions sustain tradition, embodying the true essence of worship, community, and cultural celebration in Bengal.

Gold jewellery has shed its dated tag, evolving into a bold, stylish, and timeless expression. Loved for tradition, investment, versatility, and modern appeal, it flatters all skin tones while alternatives keep golden fashion accessible, empowering women across generations.

Durga Puja fashion embraces tradition and reinvention with sarees, jewel tones, breathable fabrics, and stylish panjabis. Contrasts, coordinated couple looks, and modern twists highlight individuality, ensuring comfort, elegance, and timeless cultural expression throughout the vibrant celebrations.

For newlyweds, a cosy living room corner can strengthen bonds and create memorable moments. Furnish it with accent chairs, a plush rug, side table, and soft lighting. Add personal touches like plants, artwork, and souvenirs for intimacy.

Voting is a powerful right and privilege. After becoming a US citizen in 2017, I voted for the first time in 2018, feeling empowered. I now advocate for teaching children about democracy and voting rights to build informed citizens.

A trip off the grid, devoid of signal and distractions, revealed the power of simplicity. Surrounded by nature, the quiet was overwhelming yet freeing, offering a reset from the constant noise of modern life.

AI-generated avatars help people cope with grief by recreating late loved ones through photos and chatbots, but experts warn this technology may prolong mourning, cause cognitive dissonance, and raise ethical concerns about consent and privacy.

In cultures valuing youthful appearance, women often turn to treatments like salmon DNA for skin rejuvenation. While some embrace natural aging, others seek gradual, non-invasive treatments backed by science to boost skin health and collagen.

Pranayama breathwork enhances vitality, lung capacity, and mental clarity by balancing body and mind. Slow, nasal breathing stimulates the vagus nerve, promotes relaxation, boosts oxygen flow, and supports emotional regulation for overall well-being.

Post-workout nutrition is key for recovery, combining protein, carbs, and electrolytes. Simple foods like yoghurt, oats, bananas, boiled eggs, and oral saline hydrate and replenish energy naturally, promoting muscle repair and preventing dizziness after exercise.

In Bangladesh, co-ords have evolved from simple matching sets to versatile fashion staples. Offering effortless style and comfort, they suit every occasion and personality. With bold colors and statement jewelry, co-ords redefine modern, chic dressing seamlessly.

Statement jewellery is now the focal point of fashion, transforming outfits with bold necklaces, oversized earrings, and stacked rings. Perfect for vibrant co-ords or simple tees, these pieces add effortless glamour and personal expression to everyday style.

Becoming a secondary caregiver offers young adults valuable lessons in empathy, patience, and self-discovery. Supporting children deepens respect for parents’ struggles and highlights the emotional impact of nurturing, making caregiving a rewarding, transformative journey.

In Bangladesh, adoption is slowly shedding stigma, with families like Riad and Muntasir's redefining parenthood beyond biology. Despite progress, adoption remains a hesitant choice, often considered after IVF or other options, reflecting societal and emotional complexities.

Chikungunya prevention relies on eliminating stagnant water and covering containers to stop Aedes mosquito breeding. Combining mosquito nets, repellents, protective clothing, and community clean-ups creates an effective defence against the disease’s spread in Bangladesh.

The occasion was a special workshop, jointly organised by The Food Talk and C’Paris, and led by French chef-consultant Serge Gouloumes. The event’s focus is on introducing children to the art of making a French breakfast. And under chef Serge’s enthusiastic guidance, the little ones did that very well.

Dhaka, Bangladesh – September 12–13, 2025

Even a ten-minute walk or some light stretching in the morning can make a difference

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the world.