Turn heads this summer with bold party outfit choices

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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

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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.
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The saga of roses

Personally speaking, roses never topped my favourite flowers’ list; they do very little to move me. That claustrophobic red bouquet I once got on a Valentine’s Day from someone I was not too keen on, and that half dead rose stick I get on every Woman’s Day has ruined the flower for me. Even visiting the rose village at Savar did little to change the situation.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Lotion to the rescue

It comes without saying how important it is to apply body lotion after taking a bath. But did you know that the lotion prevents the build-up of static electricity by acting as a barrier. Whatever remnant is left on your hands, just rub it onto your clothes to diffuse the shocks.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Banishing study overload

Stress is an all prevailing issue now, gripping every single age group. Not even the school-going youngsters are free from it. It is simply unfathomable how a child out of pre-school needs to learn not only difficult spellings in two languages, but also the times tables, with a grasp on the basics of world history.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Lo and Behold the Bangladeshi bride

She turns around to see her majestic bridal outfit lying on the floor, waiting to drape her. Her smile returns almost immediately. This beautiful red sharara, that both of them picked together, symbolises all the love and affection that they feel for each other. The beauty of the wedding attire reassures her that life, after all, will be appealing.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

The Araaz effect

What started back in 2014 as a jewellery and fashion venture catering to the needs of friends and family is now a must-go place as wedding season rolls by each year; we are talking about none other than Araaz, a one stop destination for exclusive jewellery.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Infinity Mega Mall’s latest outlet

One of Bangladesh’s leading fashion and lifestyle brands, Infinity Mega Mall, has opened a new Mega Mall in Cox’s Bazar.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Get your winter on with Orion

With that target in mind, Orion always comes up with innovative fashion, trendy style, exciting offers, and attractive campaigns.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Authentic branded fragrances from Sundora

Sundora is an official retailer of genuine fragrances that has started its journey quite recently in Bangladesh. Perfume connoisseurs can find a wide selection of fragrance brands at international prices under one roof.
16 December 2019, 18:00 PM

The agony of war

On 7 December, 1970, the first general election of Pakistan at the federal level was held. The Awami League bagged 167 out of 169 seats allotted to East Pakistan in the National Assembly, the strength of which was 313. Even after securing absolute majority, the Awami League was not allowed to form a government.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Witness to victory

Collective memories are of course rich anthologies of history, but in it, get lost many individual voices. With the passage of time, we are losing many of the people who were witness to the struggle for independence. Here, we bring you some testimonials of general citizens, of varying ages, describing what they remember of the very first Victory Day, and the lead up to it.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Foring this Victory Day

16 December is right around the corner, and to celebrate this glorious day, fashion house Foring is ready with a number of new designs.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Radisson Blue Chattogram presents “Las Delicias”

A Mexican mini buffet, titled “Las Delicias,” was inaugurated at Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View on 24 November, 2019. Radisson’s fine dining outlet Mezetto is hosting this food fest with a variety of delicacies like Tacos, Nachos, Quesadilla, mouthwatering Burritos and more, to provide Mexican food lovers with an authentic taste.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Cyprus Food Festival held at Royal Park Residence

Food enthusiasts had a chance to enjoy the taste of Middle Eastern flavours at Royal Park Residence Hotel from 7 December to 9 December, 2019. The CEO of the hotel, Keerthi Weragoda, warmly welcomed all the guests. The hotel’s Executive Chef, Rajeeva Mendis presented his culinary excellence in Cypriot cuisine to the guests.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

A winter dine not to be missed!

Surrounded by greenery and appealing interior design, it is the perfect place for a winter evening garden party. And so, bring your friends and enjoy the delight of the season at the newly revamped Panash, where both a la carte and buffet are served.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Morocco… proof that fairy tale locales do exist

This year, I accomplished one of my biggest travel dreams: visiting Morocco. It has been the number one place on my bucket list for a few years now...and it was more amazing and magical than I could have ever imagined.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Bookworm Paradise

For avid readers, finding the perfect place to get lost in a book without any distraction is difficult these days.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Spark for winter

For the ideal mix of trendy and casual, with added benefits of style and comfort, Spark Gear brings a wide range of clothing for women, men, and children, with complementary accessories and skin care products.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

A purr-fect evening at Capawcino Cat Cafe

In a homey and almost secluded corner of Eastern Housing at Mirpur, you can spot one of the most unique cafes in town.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Lip care for the winter

Unlike other parts of the body, the skin of the lips is a lot thinner, making it more prone to dehydration, especially during the fast approaching cold winters. Without properly moisture, they look dry, and chapped when dehydrated.
9 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Sri Lanka — Ayobowan (welcome)

A teardrop in the ocean, Sri Lanka is known for many things, like its tea, and for us South East Asians, its cricket. However, one of the last things to be expected is the amazing diversity of its people.
2 December 2019, 18:00 PM