Giving children a voice through fashion

17 August 2026 Fashion & Beauty
Empower underprivileged youth through Bangladesh Street Kids Aid, where creative professionals at Kay Kraft and Craftsman Footwear transformed street children's drawings into custom fashion, fostering confidence, self-expression, and freedom through skateboarding and personalized style.

Budget-friendly getaways your parents will love

Plan perfect vacation getaways for parents seeking restful travel experiences. Top relaxing destinations include serene Cox’s Bazar beaches, tranquil Bandarban hills, historic Kathmandu in Nepal, soothing Chiang Mai in Thailand, and cultural iconic Turkish landmarks.

The foods that may help your body fight inflammation

8 August 2026 Health & Fitness
Lower chronic inflammation naturally by choosing Mediterranean, DASH, or MIND dietary patterns packed with high-fibre whole foods, vibrant fruits, and avocados. Smart nutrient pairings nourish gut microflora, reducing C-reactive protein to protect long-term health.

What is patriotism to you?

We love Bangladesh the way we love our mothers, unconditionally, and without needing a reason. And with the July revolution, it could be argued that we have taken a bold step towards understanding the true meaning of patriotism.
3 August 2025

The Rebel Within You: Painting the memory of a movement

In commemoration of the July Uprising, on 29 July, 2025, The Daily Star hosted an art camp titled “The Rebel Within You,” inviting 11 young artists who lived through the chaos, fear, and fire of 2024’s student-led mass movement.
3 August 2025

Friendship Day is for women who fix each other’s crowns

Female friendship is radical, restorative, and real — a chosen sisterhood offering unconditional love, emotional survival, and sanctuary in a world that demands perfection. On Friendship Day, celebrate the women who hold your world together.
2 August 2025

July 36: When Dhaka’s people took over

When Bangladesh’s government collapsed on August 5, 2024—nicknamed July 36—it wasn’t institutions but ordinary citizens, especially Gen Z, who stepped up. Amid chaos, solidarity emerged, revealing unexpected resilience in a generation once dismissed as apolitical.
31 July 2025

How Dhaka’s ‘Struggler Sayem’ became an unexpected social media star

Struggler Sayem, a CNG driver in Dhaka, shares honest, unscripted daily life videos on TikTok and Facebook to learn English. His calm, ego-free storytelling offers rare authenticity and comfort in Bangladesh’s flashy social media scene.
31 July 2025

Bring the heat: Summer’s wild makeup mood

Bold summer makeup is trending with vibrant hues like teal, turquoise, mango yellow, and lychee pink taking centre stage. Inspired by heatwaves and nature, this season calls for playful eye looks and glowing skin.
28 July 2025

Dhaka plans to buy 25 Boeing jets as trade talks enter final phase

Bangladesh has expanded its plan to buy Boeing aircraft from 14 to 25 in a last-ditch effort to persuade the Trump administration to lower tariffs on its exports ahead of the August 1 deadline.
27 July 2025

Basketball isn’t for girls? Ashreen Mridha says otherwise

Ashreen Mridha, co-founder of Deshi Ballers, is redefining women’s basketball in Bangladesh by challenging systemic barriers, empowering female athletes, and building a legacy of leadership, inclusion, and resilience through sport-driven social change.
27 July 2025

No age limit!: How Arthy Ahmed is rewriting dance norms

Arthy Ahmed's Bharatanatyam classes in Dhaka empower adults to reclaim joy through inclusive dance, emotional healing, and cultural connection — transforming traditional norms and redefining classical dance in Bangladesh with passion, purpose, and community.
27 July 2025

How a country fought back with slogans

In July 2024, Bangladesh’s youth-led quota protests ignited a powerful cultural uprising, using chants as political weapons to challenge authoritarianism, reclaim identity, and reshape national memory through a new language of resistance and unity.
26 July 2025

Jeju Island: Where nature, myth, and resilience meet

Known locally as “Samdado,” or the “Island of Three Manys”, Jeju is celebrated for its abundance of three natural and cultural elements: the rocks that shape its landscape, the strong women who define its spirit, and the ever-present winds that sweep across its shores
26 July 2025

Thoughtful ways to pamper your parents

Here's your guide to bringing a little extra joy into their lives — because if anyone has earned a bit more happiness, it’s your parents.
24 July 2025

What counts as cheating now? Gen‑Z rules vs Boomers

A billionaire CEO’s affair sparked debate on what counts as cheating in 2025. With evolving relationship norms, terms like “situationships” and shifting values challenge traditional definitions of love, loyalty, and commitment in modern dating.
24 July 2025

Craving good street food? Head to Mohammadpur now!

Discover Mohammadpur’s best street food — from sizzling beef chaap and hearty haleem to rich khandani tea, creamy chitoi pitha, fiery raj kachori, spicy chicken soup, refreshing juices, and cheesy momos — unforgettable flavours await every craving.
24 July 2025

Between two stitches: Classic cuts, modern eyes

There’s a new kind of dressing quietly taking over wardrobes, and it’s not flowing with trends or chasing attention. It is where classic silhouettes meet sharp cuts, handwoven traditions sit beside statement styling, and familiar textures are reimagined in ways that feel just right for now.
23 July 2025

Summertime magic: Jackfruit recipes

Jackfruit can, indeed, be a versatile component or an alternative for meat dishes. Before you scoff and laugh, here are recipes that will make you appreciate the national fruit.
23 July 2025

Online but unprotected: Why our kids need cyber literacy, not just internet access

In many developing nations, digital access has arrived faster than digital safety. And our children are caught in the middle.
22 July 2025

How to create the bedroom of your dreams

It is not only a place for sleep, but also where your day begins and ends. Needless to say, a well-designed bedroom set can transform your room. In fact, the right set instils some personality and could be the space of your dreams!
20 July 2025

Skip fast fashion—choose Anarkali, crafted over months

The Anarkali is a timeless garment blending heritage, elegance, and sustainability. With flowing silhouettes and intricate craftsmanship, it transcends trends, embodying slow fashion and cultural pride — making it a must-have in every modern wardrobe.
20 July 2025

Horse riding in Dhaka: A sport, a therapy, a rebellion

Horse riding is gaining momentum in Dhaka, evolving from a niche hobby to a therapeutic sport and lifestyle. With growing interest, local riding schools are building a vibrant equestrian culture despite urban challenges.
20 July 2025