Why Tantibazar silver still drives Old Dhaka’s jewellery trade
5 April 2026, 17:35 PM
Fashion & Beauty
Explore Tantibazar’s historic silver market in Old Dhaka. From hallmarked purity to Meenakari craftsmanship, discover how middle-class buyers navigate pricing, negotiation, and traditional jewelry designs like Komol Nupur for authentic, affordable, and timeless investments.
5 easy day trips from Chattogram you will love
Discover Chattogram’s diverse landscapes through scenic day trips to Cox’s Bazar, Bandarban, and Rangamati. Explore Sitakunda’s unique Guliakhali beach or trek Mirsharai’s Napittachora waterfalls for an adventurous escape into Bangladesh’s breathtaking natural coastal beauty.
Nayeem Ashraf returns to build Bangladesh culinary industry
5 April 2026, 17:17 PM
Food & Recipes
Traditional Bangladeshi dishes made easy for modern cooks
26 March 2026, 21:38 PM
Food & Recipes
Heritage Bengali foods return to everyday tables with modern twist
26 March 2026, 21:13 PM
Food & Recipes
Swap fried iftar snacks for fresh healthy salads
2 March 2026, 16:23 PM
Food & Recipes
Why measles cases are rising rapidly across Bangladesh right now
8 April 2026, 14:57 PM
Health & Fitness
Combat Bangladesh measles outbreaks by prioritizing EPI vaccines and identifying early fever or maculopapular rashes. Dr Syed Abu Sayeed emphasizes MR1 and MR2 doses to restore herd immunity, preventing severe pneumonia or paediatric encephalitis cases.
Stay fit this Eid without skipping your favourite foods
18 March 2026, 06:08 AM
Health & Fitness
Why you should eat dates every day even after Ramadan
18 March 2026, 03:49 AM
Health & Fitness
Ramadan Reset: Breaking the Shackles of Sugar Addiction
12 March 2026, 19:15 PM
Health & Fitness
Expert tips to stay fit and healthy throughout holy Ramadan
9 March 2026, 09:07 AM
Health & Fitness
Snoring at night? Low vitamin D might be playing a role
23 February 2026, 13:57 PM
Health & Fitness
Want a healthy iftar? Ditch the sugary sweets for these options
19 February 2026, 14:41 PM
Health & Fitness
Mosabbir Alok Nibash giving cancer patients a home
19 February 2026, 14:32 PM
Health & Fitness
Science explains why dancing is a powerful tool against depression
19 February 2026, 14:03 PM
Health & Fitness
#Perspective / The tragic fate of stray animals in Japan Garden City
23 November 2024, 05:20 AM
Life & Living
Navigating Dhaka's Eid shopping scene on a budget
28 March 2024, 08:36 AM
Lifehacks
My Dhaka / Comrade, give me a cup!
30 May 2023, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh
Small businesses during COVID-19: Sink or Swim?
In 1996, Nandan Children’s Fashion had set out to change the scene with readymade stylish children’s wear that did not burn a hole in the wallet. With options for various sizes and exclusive designs, the name Nandan has been essential for those looking for a set of trendy children’s clothes.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
Marital life during pandemic
On a countless number of couples worldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought on unprecedented marital challenges. China, where the outbreak first occurred, experienced a spike in divorce after the country began to lift the lockdown.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
Healthy Digestion through Yoga: Nauli Kriya
Nau means boat (like nauka) and Li means cling, so in nauli kriya, the abdominal muscles cling to the abdominal wall while moving like a boat on the rolling waves of the ocean. It allows you to massage the organs in your abdominal region through the circular movement of the abdominal muscles.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
Post-Eid table spread
Eid maybe over, but the mood for festivities certainly isn’t.
10 August 2020, 18:00 PM
Ayasofia: A lost symbol of a shared heritage
The Taj Mahal is to India what Ayasofia is to Turkey and so much more. Once considered the largest dome in the world, Ayasofia remains a symbol of the harmony that Turkey exudes: a merging of the East and West, a coming together of inter-connected faiths that a country like Turkey, with its many rulers and colourful history can only result in.
2 August 2020, 11:36 AM
Eid-Ul-Azha Recipes
There is only one thing on everyone’s mind right now -- what is going to be on the table throughout Eid? If you are currently in this dilemma, try out these delicious recipes and really bring out a one-of-a-kind table spread.
1 August 2020, 11:58 AM
Study solves mystery origin of Stonehenge's iconic boulders
Stonehenge, a Neolithic wonder in southern England, has vexed historians and archaeologists for centuries with its many mysteries: How was it built? What purpose did it serve? Where did its towering sandstone boulders come from?
29 July 2020, 18:43 PM
Galleri Kaya launches 16th anniversary exhibition
On Saturday 25 July 2020, renowned gallery of the city, Galleri Kaya, launched their 16th anniversary exhibition, featuring the works by 42 modern and contemporary artists.
28 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Global air traffic won't return to pre-crisis level before 2024: IATA
Global air traffic will not return to levels seen before the coronavirus pandemic until at least 2024, the International Air Transport Association said on Tuesday.
28 July 2020, 16:00 PM
Personal grooming and safe services
I haven’t been in a grooming mood for a while,although deep inside, I do crave for a relaxing hair oil massage. However, recently I saw posts that most of our salons are opening with full safety measures.
27 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Better food storage solution from Hitachi
For a truly upscale, premium storage solution, many households are choosing the French Style units.
27 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Eid-Ul-Azha Recipes
Eid is just around the corner, and there is only one thing on everyone’s mind right now; what is going to be on the table for the big day. If you are currently in this dilemma yourself, try out these delicious recipes yourself and really bring out a one-of-a-kind table spread.
27 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Relishing the delights of the Deli
The Gulshan Baking Company (GBC) had its inauguration on 18 December, 2019, when the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, a part of the esteemed Marriott International portfolio, made its grand debut in Bangladesh.
27 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Fortune-The Daily Star Recipe Competition 2020
Most of us have developed our personal way of coping with the immense anxiety during the seemingly endless days of lockdown.
27 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Eid Fashion: Kurti is back with a bang
Wares Abdullah, one of our favourite designers, spared no effort to work on some dazzling kurtis for this Qurbani Eid, bringing forward a few of his selected best.
21 July 2020, 11:35 AM
Say goodbye to heatwaves with Daikin Air Conditioner
Just about every personal computer at home is having to do some heavy duty work these days. Having an air conditioner not only helps to keep these devices from overheating,
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Qurbani Eid during COVID-19: Your questions answered
Or, if you wish not only to purchase, but also to have the sacrificial animal slaughtered in an abattoir and its meat professionally cut and packed and sent to your doorstep, that’s possible too!
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Le Reve’s Eid-ul-Azha collection out now
The fashion world is a constant flux of new designs and recycling the classics. This time around, Le Reve, one of the country’s premiere fashion houses, has opted to combine Tudor fashion with contemporary styles.
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Secret Surprise by The Food Talk
Social media has always played a vital role in developing effective means of communication and is a great source of networking among the netizens of Dhaka. Under the current circumstances, the activities in social media platforms have become livelier and abuzz with a host of food groups introduced recently.
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM
Simple elegance from Monereen
Online designers and boutiques are aplenty these days, and fashion forward individuals are finding it easier than ever to browse from one brand to another, while shopping for a unique look. As easy as that sounds, it is equally probable to get lost in the cookie cutter designs, and cheap clothing that don’t last beyond a season.
20 July 2020, 18:00 PM