The rise of septum rings in modern fashion culture

14 June 2026, 18:58 PM Fashion & Beauty
Embrace the bold transformation of the septum ring as a modern fashion statement. Originally a traditional South Asian nolok, this versatile accessory empowers urban youth with independence, breaking gender norms across creative and corporate spaces.

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
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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

Millennial parenting: A father’s role

While both parents work, the concept of a joint family has morphed into something unnatural in today's world. Not only do mum and dad have professional careers to maintain
4 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Songs, pictures and fashion

Alliance Française de Dhaka, in collaboration with Alliance Française de Chittagong, will be organising an exceptional musical programmed on 8 March, 2019 at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.
4 March 2019, 18:00 PM

Stop shaming stay-at-home women

The importance of women having financial independence cannot be overstated. It is the number one reason women stay in an abusive
1 March 2019, 18:00 PM

It's hard work being lazy

People say—and it is always people and not a lion or a cat or a cockroach that says things. People are lazy. They use words to get away without actually doing anything.
28 February 2019, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Post apocalyptic worlds would be a nice place to live in if you were a cockroach.
27 February 2019, 18:00 PM

THE DAY'S NEWS

The day was sunnier than usual; the crocodiles at the bank of the river Nile didn't come out today. The local news reporter had gone out with his colleague to find a story that they could show to the public.
27 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Moisture around the edges

With the arrival of spring, sweaters and jackets are already replaced with lightweight, full-sleeve tees. But often forgotten is the need to change our skincare routines.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Power to the flower

Whenever I try closing my eyes, and maybe take a power nap, I am instantly relocated to the Bahamas in my reverie. Call it hallucination or not, it does not matter…for every single time I am enjoying thoroughly; sipping coconut water, lounging on beach chairs, with hair flowing in the wind.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Love for my language

I am sure you have heard it, being hurled at someone, by someone who claims to love their mother tongue, so much that they cannot stand any other in their home turf.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Dots I Love

One would only think that perhaps that is where I draw the line, but astonishingly, it was just the beginning as I had tons of other inspiration, including the stunning Elizabeth Taylor, and her beautiful polka dot gowns that only amplify my love affair with the dots.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Klub Sessions brings in fresh voices

With the number of platforms on the rise promoting new and fresh artists, it is often hard to come by big brands doing that very same thing.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Fun-filled spring

Since its inception in 2000, Chobi Mela, the international festival of photography, has been the most significant photographic event in Asia. It is organised by Drik Picture Library Limited and Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, in collaboration with a number of other organisations.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Glassware

You don't have to be dogmatic about glassware though; there's always room for experimentations, and sometimes, you will see cocktails being served in vessels that were not originally meant for cocktails at all, like Mason jars or teacups.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Working with love as multifaceted trauma

Mid-February usually denotes romance in the air with couples all over the world celebrating Valentine's Day. But is love just limited solely to a man and woman?
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Europe Trotting- Phase 1: Turning the 'Bucket' upside down!

The most commonly cited bucket list places to visit have never had much meaning to me as I always believed in going places less travelled — always wanted to see the world at my own pace and to see things that people do not normally consider most desirable must sees!
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Kumudini

Vrooming in with a blinding sheen and bedazzled lights, Bangladesh's very own Kumudini Handicrafts of Kumudini Welfare Trust of Bengal (BD) Ltd. was revamped and re-launched with new gems to look out for at their treasure chest of an outlet in Gulshan on 11 February, 2019.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Immerse yourself in luxury

Think sumptuous luxury, access to a swimming pool and gardens with long walkways, combined with your very own private golf session, the finest gourmet cuisine, and, possibly, the best team of staff to cater to your every need.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

The polka bloke

We often associate polka dots with femininity, nostalgia, and subtlety. Personally speaking, they are timeless and unisex; it is hard to go wrong with polka dots, if restraint is practiced.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Chef Billal Hossain in Northampton's Tamarind Restaurant

Foodies in Northampton, UK, were in for treat this Valentine's Day. The Tamarind Restaurant, Northamptonshire's premier fine dining restaurant, hosted Qatar airways' Chef, Md Billal Hossain
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM

Miss World Bangladesh, Oishee, starts journey with Huawei

World's leading smartphone manufacturer Huawei recently announced Jannatul Ferdous Oishee, winner of the 'Miss World Bangladesh 2018' crown, as their new product ambassador in the country.
25 February 2019, 18:00 PM