The timeless beauty of Bengali Alta and traditional glass bangles

13 April 2026, 20:10 PM Fashion & Beauty
Embrace timeless Bengali beauty by reviving traditional Alta and artisanal Churis. These heritage adornments from Jessore to Dhaka reconnect modern brides with cultural roots, blending nostalgic red lacquers and glass bangles into contemporary sustainable fashion.

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.

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.
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The tale of Christmas

According to the sermons of Saint Augustine of Hippo, an early Christian theologian and philosopher, Jesus was born on the date of the winter solstice, an astronomical phenomenon which marks the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Playing under the open sky

On 7 December, 2018 between 8 AM and 11 AM, children of the city got a rare opportunity to enjoy what was termed, 'Private Car free Manik Mia Avenue'.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Apex inaugurates largest shoes store in South Asia

Apex has opened the largest shoe store in South Asia at Bashundhara City Shopping Mall, Dhaka. The store offers a state-of-the-art shopping atmosphere with 23,000 sq ft of space, it also has a dedicated children's play area . Customers can also keep their
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Samsung: making life simple for newlyweds

A recently married couple, have found a two-bedroom house in Badda. The tech-loving couple plans to turn their second bedroom into an entertainment room, with a TV along with gaming devices, a bookshelf, and a small desk for laptops.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Kapal Bhati — Frontal Brain Purification

Kapal bhati is a kriya, or yogic practice, which invigorates the brain and awakens the dormant centres which are responsible for subtle perceptions. Kapal means forehead. Bhati means light, but also 'perception' or 'knowledge.'
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

MIB Weekend Spirit

‘What we use makes us who we are'- the sentiment put forth by this line singularly encapsulates MIB's newest festival, hosted on Fridays, every week, between 9AM-8PM.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

A delectable tale of The Great Kabab Factory

Dhaka's foodies are no stranger to the great delights from The Great Kabab Factory, TGKF for short. TGKF, an Indian specialty restaurant, born in 1996 in India, creates a sumptuous new menu every day, which comprises a variety of kebabs and curries.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

A guide to two wheeled joys

Motorbikes. Ever since someone figured out strapping an internal combustion engine to a bicycle made the whole balancing act of riding much better, motorbikes have brought thrills to millions and offered them an unbeatable mix of convenience, ease of use and freedom. While for many, it's just another mode of transport, the right motorbikes can inspire people to treat them as objects of desire. Let's dive in and find out what that right motorbike might be for you.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Taking care of your collectible pens

Buying and admiring your newest 'investment' is only the beginning. To increase, or at least maintain its original value, you have to go through the bare minimum.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Fountain pens and investment

In the words of pen expert John Windsor, “this era is the third big surge for fountain pens.” The first was back in the 20s when coloured plastics in fountain pens were developed, the second in the 80s and the third is now —the 21st century.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

That perfect gaming rig

See if you can identify yourself with this scenario — you spent hours upon hours in gaming cafes instead of the O' Level classes you should have been in.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Abayaholic: a label to look out for

The Fashion scene is always evolving and the wave of so many new fashion designers in town are testament to that. While every designer has a unique style and element to their designs, which make them all great in a different way, one particular designer stands out from the rest with her bespoke pieces.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Horology explained

Of course, a timepiece provides the answer to the oft asked question, but is that their only purpose?
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter is coming

Large, expensive wedding cards have begun to arrive; lettered in silver and gold, with tassels, fringes and ornate scrolling as well as boxes of delicious sweets! Our fourth favourite season is on its way.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter Fragrances for Him

Winter accessories are all about bringing warmth to the ensemble. A man can bring the essence of warmth to his scent through fragrances that are defined by heavier and bold base notes like spicy, musky, woody and leathery aromas.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

The school bell still rings at my alma mater

The twentieth century had dawned to see the culmination of changes in all spheres of life. One of the most visible changes was in the education sector.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

The tribal inspo

Fashion is inspired by time, season, diversity, and of course, culture. The blend between fashion and various cultures is nothing new.
17 December 2018, 18:00 PM

3 tips on managing sore muscles

Muscle soreness, also known as delayed onset muscle soreness (Doms), include normal pain occurring a day or two after a workout and typically lasts for a couple of days. Here are three easy tips to better manage muscle soreness should you experience it again.
16 December 2018, 06:16 AM

LOVELY LITTLE LIECHTENSTEIN

It wasn't supposed to go this way, but it did. My bus from Cologne to Munich took five hours longer than it was supposed to and, as such
13 December 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Tea is best served chilled. Chillies can be tasty.
12 December 2018, 18:00 PM