Summer makeup tips for a long-lasting look

30 August 2026 Fashion & Beauty
Beat scorching summer heat and intense humidity using skin-soothing ice prep, pore-filling matte primers, oil-absorbing powders, and waterproof eye makeup, topped off with a generous setting spray to lock in your vibrant, long-lasting beauty look.

Budget-friendly getaways your parents will love

Plan perfect vacation getaways for parents seeking restful travel experiences. Top relaxing destinations include serene Cox’s Bazar beaches, tranquil Bandarban hills, historic Kathmandu in Nepal, soothing Chiang Mai in Thailand, and cultural iconic Turkish landmarks.
The versatile appeal of focaccia bread
30 August 2026 Food & Recipes
Mungdi brings hill cuisine to Dhaka
2 August 2026 Food & Recipes
The flavours of a rainy afternoon
26 July 2026 Food & Recipes
The World Cup final match munchies guide
19 July 2026 Food & Recipes

The foods that may help your body fight inflammation

8 August 2026 Health & Fitness
Lower chronic inflammation naturally by choosing Mediterranean, DASH, or MIND dietary patterns packed with high-fibre whole foods, vibrant fruits, and avocados. Smart nutrient pairings nourish gut microflora, reducing C-reactive protein to protect long-term health.

The roots of all your fears

We all have fears and anxieties which creep up on us throughout the day. You may find yourself checking on the stove more times than you need to or worse yet, checking WebMDmore than is healthy.
25 October 2021

Fiesta Hispana at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden

Just imagine an evening full of colour, great music, delicious burritos, cheesy nachos, filling churros and tacos, and a variety of desserts. Fiesta Hispana — a Spanish/Mexican buffet dinner, organised by Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden offers you just that and more.
25 October 2021

The goodness of matcha

Matcha, a form of tea that has its roots in China and translates to “ground tea” in Japanese, is a proud representation of the shared love for tea in Eastern Asia.
24 October 2021

Singapore lifting travel restrictions on Bangladeshis from Oct 27

Travellers who have visited Bangladesh and five other countries that Singapore was previously closed off to will be allowed to enter from Wednesday (October 27), as the nation continues to adjust border measures in response to the global Covid-19 situation.
23 October 2021

Thailand to lift quarantine for travellers from 46 countries

Thailand will allow visitors from 46 countries vaccinated against COVID-19 to forgo quarantine from next month, up from 10 previously announced, Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha said on Thursday.
21 October 2021

A Cook’s Kitchen

The kitchen is easily my favourite corner of the house, and I love spending time in there. It is not just about cooking in the kitchen — we have all had our bad days in there too, through failures and cooking mishaps, but it is also the place where gastronomical magic is concocted through experimentation.
21 October 2021

Designer Sonia Musa makes her debut in Dhaka

The new Sonia Musa Store in Banani DOHS is an addition to the glamour of the boulevard that boasts having it all. The boutique designed to create a space of warmth and comfort for the client who wishes to unwind in a lounge and high-end hospitality.
21 October 2021

Bond Beyond 2021: Exploring the past, present, and future of 007

With an impressive 27 films (officially 25), spanning nearly 60 years, few movies or characters could ever match the iconic reputation that James Bond commands.
18 October 2021

Gone too soon

I still can’t believe that you are gone. I still can’t believe that I had to say “Papa is no more.” These words haunt me. My papa is no more. My papa! Now that we are in Sylhet, it feels like you are out, doing all the work that you usually used to do, that you have gone to the mosque to pray, or taking an evening nap.
18 October 2021

Ice cream bonanza: Our favourite recipes

While ice cream is good enough to be served as it is, it can also be used as a component to create stunning drinks and desserts. Additionally, using already prepared ice cream slashes the preparation required by half!
18 October 2021

Fashion label Khelo Dhaka inaugurates online shop

Khelo Dhaka makes loungewear and athleisure from natural fibres and non-virgin polyester, sourcing them from available local markets to reduce wastage.
18 October 2021

Elder siblings: The inherent third parent

It goes without saying that the elder sibling plays a special role in every family. It remains unsaid, but an elder sibling often takes upon the character of a third parent. Among the various personas they cater to, there are some essential roles they play.
18 October 2021

Golden girls of the silver screen

When Honey Ryder rises from the waters in a daring costume with conch shells in her hands and a dagger by her side, the world took notice.
18 October 2021

Exploring Dante

The Embassy of Italy, in collaboration with the Institute of Modern Languages of Dhaka University, will launch a virtual exhibition on 21 October, titled ‘Dante Plus 700’, during a workshop on this great poet, Dante Alighieri.
18 October 2021

Bloom: Art for plants one pot at a time

House plants have gained a boost in popularity since the onset of the pandemic. While dozens of online nurseries emerged to cater to this rising demand, finding plants with suitable pots which seamlessly blend into pre-existing room decor remained an issue for plant lovers.
18 October 2021

Digital wellbeing

There is a legitimate reason behind the adage — children not only mimic, but also develop their social mannerisms, ways of interaction and behavioural traits by observing and acquiring information from the adults around them. 
18 October 2021

5 things to keep in mind when you go buying the perfect running shoes

The right running shoes can radically change a runner’s experience. Investing in quality running shoes can help prevent foot and ankle damage, supply optimum balance and flexibility,
18 October 2021

The versatile rice cooker

Modern problems require modern solutions, and kitchen appliances can be regarded as the present-day sous chefs, especially multipurpose ones. Such an essential kitchen gadget is the rice cooker. Albeit its name, it can be used to cook myriad dishes apart from rice.
18 October 2021

Overcoming the habit of oversleeping

Oversleeping could be the result of multiple causes; stress, unbalanced diet, overworking, etc. In extreme cases, a doctor should be consulted as some people might develop sleeping disorders.
18 October 2021

Airports now running at full capacity in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) on Sunday said it has started operating airports at full capacity.
17 October 2021