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.

Your favourite snacks may be loaded with hidden salt

11 June 2026, 10:56 AM Health & Fitness
Control dietary sodium with insights from Dr Chowdhury Tasneem Hasin of Continental Hospital. Reducing hidden salt in processed snacks prevents hypertension and silent kidney damage, protecting the heart health of young adults across Bangladesh.
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

Sadakalo: An odyssey in monochrome

A renowned fashion house that holds to a twist in terms of contrast, Sadakalo had entered the market on 4 October, 2002 at their outlet in Shimanto Square (formerly known as Rifles Square). Within a span of 17 years, Sadakalo now has various outlets in Bangladesh, and also outside of the country.
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Jaggery recipes

Winter offers a wide variety of seasonal goodies, and one such goody that you can add to your diet is jaggery (gur). Although it is hugely popular in South and Southeast Asia, many are unaware as to where jaggery is made of.
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Measles-Rubella Campaign 2020

Throughout the ages, humankind has faced the threat of multiple viruses and diseases. Mothers, the primary caregivers of their children, have always been more aware and conscious of their children’s surroundings and about the measures required to shield them from any disease.
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Spring in her steps

Such splendid madness is then succeeded by mellow days of barely there Autumn when days grow shorter and cool, crisp night air has one reminiscing about first love.
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Writing: An endangered skill

Are writing skills still so important in the digital age? You may have already guessed my answer, but I reiterate, “yes”!
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Guba Publishing at Ekushey Boi Mela

Guba Publishing, an independent publishing house from Oakland, California, has a stall at the Ekushey Boi Mela for the first time ever. The opening ceremony of the stall took place on 3 February, 2020, at the Bangla Academy premises and was inaugurated by renowned designer Bibi Russell.
17 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Avoid getting scammed while traveling

The massive upsurge in the number of travelers has spawned various related ventures around the world. Unfortunately, not all of them are meant to help the travelers. This article talks about some of the things not to do in order to avoid getting scammed while traveling in Thailand.
13 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Falgun and Valentine’s Day collection from Le Reve

Spring is almost upon us, and to celebrate this occasion with two times the flair, Le Reve is all set with their Falgun and Valentine’s Day ensembles.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Fighting fever with a change in diet

Fevers can be caused by several factors — infection caused by bacteria, fungi, virus, and also, as a result of certain inflammatory conditions like arthritis, inflammation of the lining of joints, etc. Heat exhaustion, extreme sunburn can also be the cause.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

The many colours of spring

Spring vibes are already in the air. People are re-arranging their wardrobes to pack up winter fare— dry washing, sun drying and putting it inside lock and key until next December.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Jhalmuri Bangladesh — Empowering women entrepreneurs

The platform provides saris, shalwar kameez, panjabi, jewellery and accessories from various fashion forward local brands. They also
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Fifth edition of the Dhaka Art Summit

This year’s special feature of the summit is ‘Seismic Movements,’ which provoke the visitors and the creators to reconsider (art) histories,
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Wellbeing and Wanderlust

If your new year’s resolution included health, happiness and positive lifestyle, then making time for a yoga retreat is the best gift you can give yourself.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

The tragic tale of Kadambari Devi and Rabindranath

Kadambari came into my life only a few years back on a dull wintry afternoon of 2015. I was looking for a good Bengali movie and there they were, Konkona Sen Sharma and Parambrata Chatterjee, on the shelves of the video store, guised as Kadambari and Tagore.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

France to fork

Didier Guyon, the topmost liked and experienced chef is a culinary expert, and started his career at the tender age of 12 as a pastry and baker. A French national, with 42 years of experience with various chain hotels and cruises, Didier’s first appointment as executive chef came in 2005.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Amari Dhaka

Amaya, Amari’s signature all-day dining restaurant will be offering a European buffet for guests. There will also be a raffle draw, where the winner can win a special Diamond ring by Diamond World. The candle-lit dinner will be available for Tk 5,000 NET per person with Buy One Get One offer applicable on selected cards.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

PMS: Polish Me Splendid

I am a nail biter. Not a habit I am proud of, to be honest. It is also a dirty one, truth be told, but regardless, it’s a habit. Fortunately, I did somehow manage to stop. And I did a wonderful job at it.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

All for natural fabrics

You probably have a favourite cotton T-shirt or a dress that you have worn for years. I certainly do. I have cotton T-shirts that are six or seven years old,
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Fabulous February

As we approach spring, while still enjoying the pleasant weather, here are some recipes to give you a diverse mix of foods that celebrate the changing seasons. From the Philippines and Greece to The Fearless Olive’s humble kitchen, these recipes are easy to make; add a dash of love for food, and you have an impressive spread this February.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM

Valentine’s Day festivities at Dhaka Regency

Celebrate three evenings of festivities at Dhaka Regency Hotel and Resort this Valentine’s Day weekend for a memorable experience.
10 February 2020, 18:00 PM