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.

Searing summers: A journey through the hottest days on Earth

You might be asking yourself, “Why do some people love summer?” Given the heatwaves throughout the country, you have every right to ask. Now, let's delve into three of the hottest days ever recorded on Earth. This isn't going to make you feel better about the ongoing heatwave, but you are likely to be relieved after knowing that some people have seen worse.
2 May 2024

Heatwave hack: Beat the monster heat with coconut water

When the blistering summer knocks at your doorstep, your first instinct would be to pull out a bottle of soft, cold drink from the fridge in a store or supermarket and chug it down in one go. Instead, say yes to coconut water for all of its goodness in summer!
2 May 2024

Living with phobias: Understanding and managing deep-seated fears

Phobias are not just simple fears. They are complex emotional and physiological responses that can disrupt daily functioning and overall quality of life.
2 May 2024

Felling trees, rising temperatures: Dhaka's environmental wake-up call

Rapid urbanisation and infrastructure projects have prioritised development over environmental preservation, leading to significant deforestation. Roads have widened and buildings have risen, often at the expense of the mature trees that once cooled the air and filtered pollutants.
29 April 2024

The corporate clash between millennials and Gen Zers

Gen Zers have sort of re-shaped the workplace or at least are attempting to. Working alongside them are millennials who, safe to say, have been in the workforce for quite several years. This generational mix is proving to be a hotbed for innovation albeit with its numerous challenges.
29 April 2024

Chasing horizons in Thailand: A month of marvels and mishaps

Dhaka. The city where honking is the language of the roads, and the heat is a constant companion like that one clingy friend we all have. So, what happens when five Dhakaites decide to swap this chaos for the tropical allure of Thailand? Let's just say, it involves more than our usual dose of adrenaline and an unexpected culinary plot twist.
29 April 2024

Your ticket to effortless summer fashion

This heat is nobody’s friend. Every day, its unyielding intensity seems to be hitting everyone with equal fervour. In such weather, it is often prudent to think of comfort first and fashion later. But what If we told you that you could do both, without compromising on either?
29 April 2024

Hottest handbags to have and hold!

A bag is the best and easiest way to bring instant polish to your one’s look. From day to day, our moods vary, and the places we go to and just life in general are not the same. A reasonably stylish woman needs a couple of bags in her wardrobe that will cover all her sartorial grounds with flair. 
29 April 2024

Embracing slow fashion – A sustainable shift in our closets

In an era dominated by “fast fashion”, where clothing items are produced rapidly by mass-market retailers to meet the latest trends, the “slow fashion” movement presents a conscientious alternative. Slow fashion is about prioritising quality over quantity, focusing on sustainability, and making ethical choices that benefit the environment and society.
29 April 2024

Unveiling the deception of social media

Behind every photo, every video, and every post lies a curated process which is always aimed at portraying an “ideal” version of oneself to the world.
29 April 2024

Surviving Dhaka’s summer: A guide to keeping you cool

Summer in Dhaka is not merely a “mean” sun; it can be characterised as part of a survival game. With the mercury at times rising to 43 degrees Celsius, the sun often appears to have taken our dear city for a giant tandoori oven. As an experienced veteran of Dhaka's ruthless summers, one can give you some cheeky yet highly effective advice for keeping your cool when the city decides to turn up the heat.
29 April 2024

How to welcome Gen Z in the workplace

Let's discuss the gap between the Millenials and Gen Z
25 April 2024

7 Summer Essentials you must have in your bag

7 things you should have in your bag to make summer days a bit more bearable.
25 April 2024

Beat the heat: AC shopping demystified

You will be stuck with your purchase for at least a decade, so it is best to do your research before you take the plunge.
24 April 2024

Please explain Slow Fashion

Slow fashion is about prioritising quality over quantity, sustainability, and making ethical choices
24 April 2024

Ways to help birds beat the summer heat

Just as much as the summer heat exhausts us, our feathered friends are just as tired too.
23 April 2024

5 ways to keep the house cool without an AC

Don’t have an air conditioner at home? Beat the ongoing heatwave following these simple tips — from clever use of curtains to including homemade coolers and roof modifications for heat reduction, and more
22 April 2024

From dance to cultural diplomacy: Sadia Islam’s inspiring journey

The Bangladesh Embassy in Portugal recently celebrated Pahela Baishakh for the first time in many years. Sadia Islam, planned the entire event along with H E Rezina Ahmed andalso choreographed an entire set of performances to show the intricacies and finesse of Bengali culture and traditions.
22 April 2024

Stress-free bedroom makeover using furniture sets

Here are three reasons why investing in furniture sets, instead of going for individual pieces, can make your bedroom interior designing project smoother.
18 April 2024

Wanderlust on two wheels: Musdaque’s expedition across 10 countries

While the allure of the unknown beckons the adventurous spirit within us, only a few capture the essence of exploration like cross-country motorcycling. Riding through the heart of Asia, Musdaque Chowdhury, and his partner Maliha Chowdhury, embarked on a 197-day journey traversing 10 countries.
18 April 2024