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

Moments and stories in paintbrushes

In the world of art, paintbrushes hold the power to tell stories and capture moments of life and nature, which we tend to disregard and remain oblivious to.
2 December 2019, 18:00 PM

Baby lotion for all

With winter almost here, it is time to not only make sure your baby is well protected and warm at all times, but ensure your child’s overall well-being. This also includes maintaining the pH levels of your baby’s skin as well, including keeping it soft and supple with the right baby lotion.
2 December 2019, 18:00 PM

My mother’s jewellery

As far as I can recall my mother’s image from the past, I remember her wearing an emerald pendant. The locket, shiny, bright and hanging from a rose gold chain, was an integral part of her profile, as is even today.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Food philosophies Of Slow Food and the Mediterranean diet

If you are a food connoisseur, you surely cherish and celebrate the immense diversity of cuisines around the world. Whether it’s Bangladesh or Italy, food is beautifully diverse and unique wherever you go, having been passed down through numerous generations and centuries.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Joyi - Connecting the young and the experienced

Ageing and loneliness are two things that the modern populace has to face and suffer through. When one looks for meaningful events and programmes, these are more or less targeted towards the younger set of the population.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Taste of Korea and Japan at The Westin Dhaka

A magical culinary journey from Korea and Japan awaits food aficionados at Seasonal Tastes restaurant of The Westin Dhaka till tomorrow, 27 November, 2019.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Grameen UNIQLO’s 2019 Winter Collection

Comfortable daily wear is in the spotlight for Grameen UNIQLO’s 2019 winter collection. The latest collection includes upgraded existing clothes like sweaters, knitwear, shirts, and bottoms.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Barbeque Fest at Dhaka Regency

As winter is starting, Dhaka Regency Hotel and Resort is once again ready with their ever-popular annual winter grill and fry fest.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Timeless

For the past few years, brides have chosen bejewelled pieces as their style statements. While they still reign supreme, there is a slow trend moving back to good old gold, in their myriad forms and hues even.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Tales of tradition

The classic Bengali belle looks incomplete without the sari and the quintessential ‘khopa.’ Delving into traditions, one will find that perhaps no other hairstyle pairs as well with the sari as the centre-parting and chignon, with a single flower, preferably a rose, neatly tucked into the latter.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Seal in that hydration

Winter is almost here, which can only mean one thing — time to lock in that moisture and keep your skin healthy, glowing and soft like a goose-feathered pillow.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Kidulting: Growing up to grow down

Take a good look at your expenses of any month. Chances are you have bought something that is more appropriate for your pre-teen niece or nephew, or your own child rather than yourself. But there it is, sitting on your desk or gracing your showcase, proudly yours!
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Naveed’s Comedy Club (NCC) presents Stand-up Comedy Show in English

Comedian Naveed Mahbub, Ahmad Ashik, Max Mystel and Aranab Kumar are scheduled to perform in Naveed’s Comedy Club (NCC) presents Stand-up Comedy Show in English on 28th November Thursday at 8 pm.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

ISHO opens its first retail outlet in Dhaka

Popular furniture brand ISHO, operating under parent company Dekko ISHO Group, has launched its first brick-and-mortar store in the capital. The store was inaugurated on November 16, 2019.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

A getaway to Cape May

To those who reside in the US, summertime is synonymous to beach vacation, and a beach getaway is something Americans look forward to every summer. This year, we explored the historic Cape May, New Jersey, which has some of the most beautiful beaches in the country.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

For the Gaye Holud

Fruit skewers or kababs are made with fresh fruit that is thread onto wooden sticks and served as a dessert or a party appetiser.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Ankle of our dreams

Women and jewellery are a no-brainer combination, and yet, every girl has distinct preferences. Of all the conceivable pieces, from necklaces to ‘sitahaars’ to bangles to rings, often ignored or forgotten are the many options we have to adorn the feet. Yet, adding a tiny bit of glam to our feet can change the entire feel of an outfit, and also the way we feel.
25 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Emirates to add one more flight on Dhaka-Dubai route

Emirates Airlines is going to increase the number of daily flights on Dhaka-Dubai route considering increasing demands of international travelers.
25 November 2019, 15:22 PM

The matter of urologic diseases

Dr Henry Ho is an adjunct Associate Professor at both Duke-NUS Medical School and NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. He is the Head & Senior Consultant with the Department of Urology.
23 November 2019, 18:00 PM

Aiburo bhaat

An integral part of the wedding celebrations here is the ‘aiburo bhaat’ — a symbolic sendoff meal arranged by the family, featuring delectable dishes the bride is fond of. Traditionally hosted by the family a day before the big day, nowadays, families host this feast for their beloved children two-three days in advance.
18 November 2019, 18:00 PM