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

Ageing gracefully without overdoing on anti-ageing

Leave it to Amy Schumer to hysterically coin one of the biggest fears plaguing women since donkey's years on
22 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Uber users in Canada's Ontario can place cannabis orders on its food delivery app

Uber Technologies Inc will allow users in Ontario, Canada, to place orders for cannabis on its Uber Eats app, marking the ride-hailing giant's foray into the booming business, a company spokesperson said on Monday.
22 November 2021, 16:33 PM

Biman to resume Dhaka-Bangkok flights from Dec 2

Biman Bangladesh Airlines will resume flights on the Dhaka-Bangkok-Dhaka route from December 2.
22 November 2021, 13:24 PM

Adele persuades Spotify to remove shuffle option from albums

Adele has persuaded Spotify to remove the shuffle option from all album pages to ensure that tracks are played according to the artist's order, reports BBC.
21 November 2021, 19:25 PM

Piya’s Beauty Essentials launched in Dhanmondi

The inauguration of Piya’s Beauty Essentials happened back on Friday, 12 November, 2021, at the bustling Dhanmondi Road 27, home to the second branch.
21 November 2021, 09:36 AM

Bachao: App to prevent sexual assault and rape

The Bachao App was created to help prevent rape, a crime that remains to be constantly on the rise. The Bachao app is an excellent initiative to fulfil this purpose. We should all contribute by registering as volunteer so that if the time comes, we can save someone from something horrible.
21 November 2021, 09:02 AM

Vietnam resort island welcomes tourists after 2 years

More than 200 foreign tourists arrived on Vietnam’s largest Phu Quoc island on Saturday, the first to visit the Southeast Asian country after nearly two years of border closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
20 November 2021, 14:02 PM

Food blogger in China blacklisted by buffet restaurant for 'overeating'

A Chinese food vlogger has said he was blacklisted from a grill buffet restaurant for “eating too much”, reports BBC.
19 November 2021, 13:22 PM

House of Gucci: Not just about a fashion empire

House of Gucci has fashion fans hooked. The star-studded movie with Lady Gaga, Adam Driver, Jared Leto, Jeremy Irons, Salma Hayek and Al Pacino in lead roles premiered at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square, London on the 9 November and is set to make its US release on 24 November, 2021.
18 November 2021, 11:52 AM

Dwayne Johnson as the next James Bond?

Dwayne Johnson expressed interest in being the next James Bond.
18 November 2021, 11:23 AM

Bill passed for tour operators to get regulated

The parliament today passed a bill to make it mandatory for tour operators and guides to get registered.
18 November 2021, 09:31 AM

Ava: An e-commerce platform interweaving traditional handicrafts and modernity

Ava highlights Bengali handicrafts and the regional specialties of Sirajganj, while also promoting the entrepreneurial skills and craftsmanship of the women in the area.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Spread happiness with Shah Cement’s Housefull Offer

A gentle ray of sunshine slowly seeps through the corner of an empty room — a less than usual Friday morning for Afreen.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

The idea of Movember

The concept is fairly simple— men are encouraged to grow out their facial hair, beard, moustache (this is something that cancer patients are sometimes unable to do, therefore making it symbolic).
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

BitterSweet Café and Bistro — someplace that takes you back home

The food scene of Dhaka has witnessed drastic changes over the last decade and the city is now home to a plethora of restaurants mushrooming in every road and alley.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

The art of bread baking

The entire process of bread baking is so beautiful, and although it may take several hours to make at home, the result is worth it as there is no aroma better than the smell of freshly baked goodies in my accord!
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Araaz Ceramics: A new enterprise providing fine quality dinnerware

Good food rarely fails to please our palate, and if such delicacies are served on aesthetically designed ceramic and porcelain dishes — they will certainly satisfy the five senses of any enthusiastic gourmand.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Exclusive jewellery collection by Araaz

Jewels and jewellery are always alluring; they have the power to hold their wearer and beholder captivated. From ancient times to this modern era, the love for jewellery has boldly and firmly resided in the hearts of women and men too.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

BBQ Night at Aqua Deck, InterContinental Dhaka

The season is perfect for some sizzling dishes in an outdoor setup. Keeping this in mind, InterContinental Dhaka started special BBQ Nights at Aqua Deck, its poolside restaurant. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, guests can enjoy a delectable buffet dinner.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM

Revamp your winter closet with Twelve Clothing

The slow onset of chill in the air and dusky skies are not only an indication that winter is knocking at the door, but also a welcome nod to the festive season. Despite the cool atmosphere that beckons us to get comfortably wrapped inside blankets, this season for Bangladeshis is also defined by wedding festivities and adventure trips.
15 November 2021, 18:00 PM