Shababa Rashid champions authentic beauty in social media’s filter era

24 May 2026, 20:19 PM Fashion & Beauty
Redefine beauty standards with Dhaka makeup artist Shababa Rashid of AnewMakeover. Rejecting artificial digital filters, this innovative stylist champions natural skin texture, tropical climate realities, and soft glam enhancements that empower clients to embrace authenticity.

5 epic destinations in Asia that won’t cost a fortune

Discover budget-friendly Asian travel destinations from Bangladesh, exploring Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand to experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class street food while creating unforgettable memories without breaking your bank account.

Why renaming PCOS to PMOS matters more than we think

14 May 2026, 16:17 PM Health & Fitness
Experts have recommended renaming PCOS to polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Learn why this change matters for your health and diagnosis.

How to stay safe in a heatwave
16 April 2026, 19:42 PM Health & Fitness
Stay fit this Eid without skipping your favourite foods
18 March 2026, 06:08 AM Health & Fitness
Why you should eat dates every day even after Ramadan
18 March 2026, 03:49 AM Health & Fitness
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

PCR test for passengers to UAE no longer mandatory at Dhaka airport

Covid-19 PCR test at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka -- within a maximum of six hours before departure -- for UAE-bound passengers is not mandatory from 10am today.
22 February 2022, 05:28 AM

What makes K-pop and K-drama worldwide sensations?

In 2012, Psy’s global hit “Gangnam Style” went viral because of its catchy tune, vibrant aesthetics and uniqueness. It was the first time a South Korean artist had broken into the international music scene.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Taste the flavour of the northern hills at JABA with Garo cuisine

Ever experienced the joy of eating traditional food amidst the hilly areas of the northern part of Bangladesh?
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Delicious recipes from across the globe

Chicken and Mushroom Risotto with Lemon, Rosemary, and Thyme
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Destination Swarupkathi

Our destination was Swarupkathi Upazila, in Pirojpur district of South-western Bangladesh. A lingering myth in this region is that the second son of Shah Shuja,
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

Spring is here: saris the modern women

For a millennial looking for basic contemporary options, these style ideas should be enough. However, for the sari connoisseur who wants something ‘different,’ there’s more in store.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

That beautiful (but often ignored) dedication page in books

When you start reading a book, don’t start from chapter one, because, if you skip past the dedication page, you may miss the small but heartfelt/hilarious/uplifting note written by the author.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

BTS: Unorthodox advocates of self-love and mental health

Bangtan Sonyeondan (Korean for Bulletproof Boy Scouts), more commonly known as BTS (Behind the Scene), is undoubtedly a household name amongst the young generation.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

The Korean story of Bangladesh

We are touched by Korean influences perhaps in more ways than we can imagine. From electronics to entertainment, and from business to food, Koreans have made their mark in Bangladesh and the world at large.
21 February 2022, 18:00 PM

‘Alor Noksha’, a photo exhibition showcasing nature’s tranquillity underway at Gallery Qrius

‘Alor Noksha,’ a photo exhibition by M Shahadat Hossain Kiron and presented by lifestyle brand QRIUS, is underway at Gallery Qrius in Banani 11 from February 15. The event is exhibiting 122 photos showcasing an intimate proximity to nature.
21 February 2022, 10:48 AM

4,000 tourists stranded on St Martin's island

Around 4,000 tourists are stranded on St Martin’s island following the suspension of passenger vessel movement between the island and Cox's Bazar district due to rough weather.
21 February 2022, 09:50 AM

Australia fully reopens int'l borders after 2 years

Australia on Monday fully reopened its international borders to travellers vaccinated against the coronavirus after nearly two years of pandemic-related closings as tourists returned and hundreds of people were reunited with family and friends.
21 February 2022, 03:43 AM

Flights between India's Tripura and Dhaka, Ctg set to begin in a few months

Flights between Dhaka, Chattogram and Agartala, capital city of the northeastern Indian state of Tripura, are expected to begin in a few months.
20 February 2022, 08:42 AM

Australia to welcome int'l tourists from tomorrow

Australia will welcome international tourists on Monday after nearly two years of sealing its borders, relying on high COVID-19 vaccination rates to live with the pandemic as infections decline.
20 February 2022, 07:17 AM

Why fans cancelled a South Korean ‘fake rich’ influencer

Song Ji-ah, a popular South Korean beauty influencer in her 20s, enjoyed the peak of her fame in the first week of this year after she appeared as a contestant in the hit Korean dating show “Single’s Inferno”. Her fall from grace came soon after.
17 February 2022, 12:20 PM

Japan to ease strict border measures with shortened quarantine period

Japan is set to announce on Thursday that it will ease border controls put in place to counter the spread of the coronavirus, measures that are the strictest among wealthy nations and have been slammed by business leaders and educators.
17 February 2022, 10:56 AM

5 innovative ways to make your bedside table look sleek

With so many ideas to select from, we thought of helping you out by narrowing the list down. Here are the top 5 tips for you to jazz up your bedside table.
17 February 2022, 10:08 AM

5 healthy, delicious alternatives to your favourite junk foods

Junk foods gives us the satisfying feeling of consuming something instantly delicious, while healthy foods make us dread to have something bland and unappealing. But what if that was not the case and we could have healthy foods that satisfy our cravings?
17 February 2022, 10:01 AM

Traffic woes continue to hamper people’s lives and limit the potential for growth

A few days ago I travelled to Kushtia, a city situated in the southwest of Bangladesh from my hometown, Mymensingh. As our car was about to enter the city, we were faced with a huge tailback of trucks, cars, buses, and vans carrying passengers and goods.
17 February 2022, 09:56 AM

Hong Kong suspends Singapore Airlines flights for 2 weeks after passengers test Covid positive

Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been banned from flying passengers to Hong Kong for two weeks, after Covid-19 cases were detected among some of its passengers.
16 February 2022, 15:49 PM