Turn heads this summer with bold party outfit choices

22 June 2026, 16:48 PM Fashion & Beauty
Celebrate vibrant Dhaka fashion by embracing sensual summertime styles like chocolate brown bodycon dresses and versatile black jersey numbers. These lightweight, breathable fabrics ensure boss ladies look chic while effortlessly conquering hot seasonal soirées.

5 epic destinations in Asia that won’t cost a fortune

Discover budget-friendly Asian travel destinations from Bangladesh, exploring Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand to experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class street food while creating unforgettable memories without breaking your bank account.

Your favourite snacks may be loaded with hidden salt

11 June 2026, 10:56 AM Health & Fitness
Control dietary sodium with insights from Dr Chowdhury Tasneem Hasin of Continental Hospital. Reducing hidden salt in processed snacks prevents hypertension and silent kidney damage, protecting the heart health of young adults across Bangladesh.
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

30 inspiring icons of women's empowerment

There are leaders and then there are icons who serve as inspiration. The following list contains just some of the names that motivate us to achieve our very best. These women serve as ideal role models for the future generation, irrespective of gender differences.
7 March 2022, 12:20 PM

Your ultimate guide to buy the best coffee makers

If you are in the market for a new one, we have the right guide for you to pick up the best coffee maker that suits your lifestyle and needs.
6 March 2022, 06:45 AM

Breaking the bias with young minds

For International Women’s Day this year, we will be celebrating the hashtag #breakthebias. And at Star Lifestyle, we celebrate the same ideology by speaking to a few teenage ladies to understand their point of view regarding womanhood.
6 March 2022, 06:35 AM

How to celebrate Women’s Day with the special ladies in your life

How you define Women’s Day and your way of celebrating it can vary, but one thing remains constant — love and bonding with the women in our lives. Here are some of the trendiest ways of celebrating women’s day.
6 March 2022, 06:28 AM

Women in business and the challenges they face

Female entrepreneurs have a crucial role to play in increasing household incomes, producing jobs, generating wealth and reducing poverty directly in an economy. The social benefits of female entrepreneurship are also immense.
6 March 2022, 06:21 AM

Indonesia, Malaysia to ease Covid-19 curbs on tourists further

Indonesia is considering a quarantine waiver for foreign visitors to its holiday island of Bali from next week, officials said on Saturday, while neighbour Malaysia announced the removal of curbs on travellers from Thailand and Cambodia.
5 March 2022, 09:50 AM

Strawberries and cream: Makings of divine desserts

As we embrace the colours of spring, we not only welcome flowers and festivities, but also greet the season of strawberries.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Women behind the steering wheel in Dhaka

But have you ever stopped to ponder and notice something unusual in these busy roads? Well, you would not find this unusual unless you compare the streets of Dhaka with that of any other country.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Positive discrimination to create a gender balanced society

Unfortunate as it may be, we still do not live in such a world. Gender equality is a far cry under most circumstances, but we are working together in our society to eradicate discrimination at all levels.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Breaking the stigma with a supermodel

After the success of being able to put an important message such as ‘progressive parenthood’ and ‘body positivity’ through to the masses,
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Role of the mother in gender equality

We have seen in so many places that the women are taught to accept their fate and be doormats to their surroundings, where in the same circumstances, men are forced to break-free and live their lives to the fullest.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

International Women’s Day: Everything you need to know

Every year, the International Women’s Day gets tagged with a new theme or campaign and sparks dialogue about important women’s issues like gender equality, reproductive rights, and abuse.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Dealing with quarter-life crisis

Life is uncertain, life is unpredictable, and life has its crests and troughs.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

The power of female friendships

 Truth be told, humans are social animals, and all social animals need a pack — to work with, to bond with, and to lift each other up.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Kavazo: Delectable desserts for celebrations and a story filled with passion and love

The name ‘Kavazo’ is unique in that it combines multiple languages. In Arabic, ‘kava’ means beverage and in Hungarian, the word ‘kávézó’ means cafe or coffee shop.
28 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Gift ideas for sick family and friends

Here are some gift ideas and creative gift basket ideas for a sick friend or family member.
27 February 2022, 11:43 AM

No Covid test report required to travel to India via Benapole if booster shot taken

Those who intend to travel to India through Benapole land port will not need to present a negative Covid-19 test report if they have already taken the Covid-19 booster shot.
26 February 2022, 14:38 PM

No 2nd PCR test for travelers in Thailand

Thailand is easing entry requirements for incoming travellers by scrapping a second polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test under its quarantine-free scheme, joining regional countries in relaxing its border restrictions despite a surge in Covid-19 cases.
23 February 2022, 16:38 PM

Sunglasses you must own

As far as accessories go, sunglasses are timeless. They have the magical power to instantly make anyone look chicer and more stylish. Below, we discuss some must-have styles of sunglasses in an attempt to help you navigate the plethora of styles available.
23 February 2022, 10:55 AM

Winter Workout Tips

Here are some tips to get your blood pumping and yourself motivated for working out in winter.
23 February 2022, 10:49 AM