The timeless beauty of Bengali Alta and traditional glass bangles

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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.

How to stay safe in a heatwave

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Combat extreme heatwaves by utilizing hydration, light cotton clothing, and nature-based solutions like rooftop gardening. Implement cooling strategies and monitor vulnerable groups for heatstroke symptoms. Prioritize community awareness and preventative measures to ensure public safety.
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Iftar with Sauce

For Ramadan, you have probably done all your grocery shopping for iftar, but have you gotten the one thing that can is the synonym for soulmate for all your spicy food? That's right, its tomato sauce. And with that, for all the iftars of this Ramadan, The Daily Star and PRAN sauce jointly presents “Iftar with sauce”.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Inglot Cosmetics now in Bangladesh

High-end and popular cosmetics brand Inglot is now in Bangladesh for the first time. On 12 May, 2018, the brand and its products were unveiled with a grand launching ceremony at Jamuna Future Park, Dhaka. Zbigniew Inglot, the Chairman of Inglot, was present as the chief guest during the opening.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh Heritage Crafts Foundation

Tootli Rahman, one of the pioneer designers to uphold Bangladeshi heritage weaves, is very vocal in preserving our art forms. She set her preservation project in stone in a meeting on 12 May 2018, announcing that she will be establishing a foundation for the Bangladeshi weavers and cultural craftsmen.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Alpana's Cooking: the book that will conquer shelves and hearts

On 13 May, 2018, Alpana Habib finally launched her long-awaited cook book, 'Alpana's Cooking.' Publishing a book of recipes was her childhood dream. So, with years of experience in the culinary world, and with help from friends and family, her dream came to fruition.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

A new beginning for Sweets of Bengal

With a passion for bringing the best to their customers, Sweets of Bengal (Banglar Mishti) has begun its new journey at Tajwar Centre in Banani. The launching ceremony, which was nothing short of grand, occurred on 14 May, 2018, where guests were invited to get a taste of the ambience of the outlet. The massive outlet is also home to Art Cafe, thus being the ideal spot for people of all ages to come and have a good time.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Ramadan Celebrations at Hotel Sarina Dhaka

This year make your Ramadan Special by stepping into Hotel Sarina Dhaka for your Private/Corporate event and enjoy special offer on venue rent.
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

LOTTO introduces CS7 series shoes

The number one Italian brand of Bangladesh, LOTTO, celebrated its 45th anniversary on 13 May at Hotel Westin by launching its latest products and their Eid campaign “Uthshabe-Anande Hazaar Hazaar Joota Free.” In addition to its official launching ceremony, LOTTO also hosted a fashion show with the upcoming Eid celebrations in view. The brand ambassador of LOTTO Bangladesh and former captain of the Bangladesh national cricket team
21 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Through Santal villages, midnight walks and ghost stories

Smells evoke emotionally charged memories. Like the smell of freshly picked green mangoes after the season's first Kalbaishakhi or the smell of clothes washed with Chaka Ball soap and laid out to dry on the wires running along the village front yard. However, Beautiful Bangladesh—our tagline for tourism—has its inimitable share of horrible smells that also manage to etch themselves into our memories.
17 May 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Telephones and later, jelly cones.
16 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Glam Nails

It is not just the face that needs to look good for a good impression, the hands and feet are equally important. One way you can have gorgeous hands and feet is by grooming and taking care of your nails.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Something new something SaRa

There's simply no shortage of fashion outlets when you suddenly get that itch to shop, and for most, those are just enough. But what if you wanted something to make you look and feel different from the crowd?
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Nail care norms for summer

We spend a great deal of time and money behind taking care of our skin; doing everything we can to treat it the best way possible. Most of the time, however, we tend to overlook our nails, which are often the most neglected part of our body.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Sugar free Baking

Preheat the oven to 190 °C or 375 °F or the Gas Mark 5. Grease and flour a baking tray. Sift flour together with salt, baking soda and cream of tartar. Mix in the oats and cinnamon powder. Cream butter and Sugar Free well. Fold in the flour mixture. Add the milk and vanilla essence and mix into dough. Wrap the dough in greaseproof paper or cling film and chill for about an hour in a refrigerator.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

The Reincarnation of Jute

Bengal's reputation of being a monopoly in the production of jute preceded it back in the day, but the industry is not what it used to be in the 20th century. Facing challenges in the forms of productive inefficiency, and struggling to keep up with rising global demands, the once-golden industry is slowly losing its lustre.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Jute as a lifestyle product

Modern fashion and living are ascending the steps to embrace the senses, while providing the people with a platform of expression. The issue of sustainability and eco-friendliness are now highlighted more than ever; fashion and living too are now addressing these concerns.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

The comeback of printed photos

A decade or two ago, people would rush to get their negatives printed, and they would cherish each and every photo, bind them, and beautifully arrange them in photo books. If one was ever lost or found, the feeling was exceptional, and little would make one happier. Today however, no photo can ever be truly lost as all we have to do is scroll down long enough to find it, and although that is not necessarily a bad thing, it lacks the soul and feel once associated with a printed photo.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

GentleMen's Gazette 2018

All of us keep up with the changing fashion scenario. It's normal to realise that what was up-to-the-minute chic last year wouldn't be trending this year! That's generally, a more conservative view; what actually happens is that styles even change with the season. As summer is fast approaching in Bangladesh; regardless of the gloomy weather forecast, new styles are constantly emerging for men, and you best keep up!
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

Tapestries

The evening draws in quickly. At one moment the late afternoon sun is there, mellow orange against the sky, and the next minute it is almost twilight, and time for me to leave my rooftop plants and flowers, and return to my flat. As I take a last stroll around the jasmine, an aroma of warm ghee floats up from some nearby kitchen, and soon after, a long-forgotten and much loved familiar fragrance—the smell of curried chicken—as it was cooked in my mother's kitchen in olden days.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

A stylish Ramadan with Farazana Shakil's Makeover Salon

Starting from the first day of Ramadan, Farzana Shakil's Makeover Salon once again will offer exciting discounted service packages. Pricing starts at Tk 1300 only, offered packages consist of various facials,
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM

'TWELVE' Opens in Uttara

Unparalleled and uncompromising in quality, trendy fabric and futuristic designs are TWELVE's unique selling points. The name “TWELVE” signifies the twelve months of a year, and on each month, they introduce a new fashion design.
14 May 2018, 18:00 PM