The article highlights four heartfelt stories about love, exploring themes of waiting, enduring affection, selfless care, and love for life. Each story captures love’s transformative power and emotional depth.

Food prepared on the streets is nothing new in Dhaka. Darul Kabab of yester-Dhaka saw various kebabs on skewers, or seekh as it is called in Bangla, being grilled over an open fire or coal embers.

Soap nails, a 2025 beauty trend, offer a minimalist, glossy manicure in neutral shades. Their clean aesthetic suits any occasion, emphasising effortless elegance. Achieve this look with buffing, sheer polish, and a high-gloss finish for understated sophistication.

Teaching emotional intelligence in children fosters empathy, resilience, and responsibility. Encouraging emotional expression, assigning small tasks, celebrating efforts, and leading by example nurture EQ, shaping future success. Early development ensures better relationships, perseverance, and long-term emotional well-being.

They each paid £9.50 ($11.97) for the chance to switch off their phones and make in-person human connections

Rafiqun Nabi, renowned for his cartoon Tokai, reflects on his artistic journey, influenced by family and mentors like Zainul Abedin. His legacy blends societal commentary, creativity, and practicality, inspiring future artists to observe deeply and innovate.

Rupsa Food at National Stadium Market offers affordable, homemade meals like egg khichuri and luchi-daal, delighting customers with quality and value since 2003, making it a hidden gem for budget-friendly, satisfying dining in Dhaka.

Cold and hot showers offer unique health benefits: cold water tightens pores and boosts circulation, while hot water cleanses, relaxes muscles, and promotes blood flow. Both can enhance well-being when used properly but avoid extremes for safety.

Tangail’s handloom weaving industry faces collapse due to rising costs, competition from cheaper power loom sarees, and declining demand. Without financial aid, innovation, and promotion, this centuries-old craft risks fading into history.

Dhaka Storytellers fosters creativity through curated exhibitions, such as the “Story of Art” showcasing Bangladesh’s diverse art scene. Proceeds support rural education, intertwining art with philanthropy, while celebrating prominent artists and inspiring young creatives.

Lalon Fakir’s songs reflect universal spirituality, challenging societal norms of caste, religion, and gender. His mystical lyrics explore self-discovery, soul’s freedom, and equality, emphasising devotion to the Supreme beyond human-made divisions.

Keep Valentine's flowers fresh longer by trimming stems at 45 degrees, removing submerged leaves, using room-temperature water, adding flower food, changing water every two days, avoiding fruit, keeping them cool, and reviving drooping blooms with warm water.

Kureghor Prokashoni Ltd’s Ekushey Book Fair stall merges literature and rickshaw painting, showcasing Bangladesh’s artistic heritage. Led by Shamim Rahman Abir, it highlights cultural preservation through Monir Hossain’s vibrant hand-painted designs.

Dhaka’s flower markets buzz with activity during February, especially for Valentine’s Day and Pahela Falgun. Roses, marigolds, and chrysanthemums dominate, reflecting both vibrant sales and the cultural significance of floral traditions in the city.

Spring is here with vibrant hues and lighter fabrics. Refresh your wardrobe with floral sarees, dresses, bold blouses, maxi skirts, jumpsuits, and pastel rompers. Add a denim jacket, statement accessories, and playful footwear for a boho chic look.

As spring arrives, explore these five vibrant destinations in Bangladesh: Godkhali Flower Garden’s blooming fields, Shimul Bagan’s fiery blossoms, Golap Gram’s fragrant rose village, Mirinja Valley’s serene landscapes, and Monpura Island’s coastal charm.

Under the new directive, drivers who demand fares beyond the meter reading may face fines of up to Tk 50,000 or a six-month jail term.

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This hilariously brutal breakdown of Valentine’s Week exposes its capitalist grip. From overpriced roses to unnecessary teddy bears, love has become an economic heist. True affection needs no extravagant spending — just presence, not presents.