The rise of septum rings in modern fashion culture

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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

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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.
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Seasonal changes and children

Winter is usually when children love to go out, spend a nice vacation and participate in some fun winter sports. Falling ill takes away all the fun, and not to mention is dreadful to the child and their family, so prevention is always better than cure.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Four delicious dairy dishes

Dairy is an important element of a balanced diet. In fact, it's at one of the top tiers of the healthy food pyramid. More than that, the UN has countless researches on the importance and positive roles that dairy plays in our health.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Aarong, your personal couturier

We are already at the end of December, and the wedding bells are ringing for many of us. We have all been preparing for this special day since childhood; some of us have imagined ourselves as characters out of fairy tales with dreamy settings, and of course, a wonderful trousseau.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

A winter to remember

You would be hard pressed to find one person who is not fond of this magical time of the year —sublime mornings perfect for brunches begin with soft rays of the
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Nocturnal Dhaka

Clubs teeming with vibrant crowds serenading at the top of their voices to the DJ's score, people blissfully dancing the night away to the rhythm of the music, rooms bursting into ecstasy with a hoard of red, blue, green, violet neon lights shooting out from all corners of the room — hard to imagine such a scene in Dhaka, is it not?
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

'Tis the holiday season

Santa Claus and his sleigh, reindeer, wreaths, Christmas trees, string lights, holiday banners, streamers, glittery window displays and LED light shows are all over the country, especially in America's malls and shopping centres.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Witching Hour - Hairstyles to slay the night!

To pick up on this electrifying look, make one massive braid, above your ears and sweep it back into a knotted bun. Pull out the layers for that next level touch and feel!
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Waking up with the perfect hair

For chilly winter days when you would rather hit the snooze button instead of spending half an hour styling your hair, getting your strands to cooperate can feel exhausting. Imagine if there was a magic formula using which you could just wake up with the perfect hair!
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Winter collection from Anjan's

To celebrate the change of seasons, Anjan's has a new set of designs to add to your fashion wardrobe. The colour palette is centred on light and bright hues. For the women, the collection includes shawls, jackets and for the men coatees and shawls.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

An ode to cheese

I love cheese. Cheese in all forms — hard cheese, soft cheese, cheese slices, melted cheese, goat cheese, gourmet cheese…you name it, I love it. Cheese is comfort food for me and there is nothing like a bowl of hot steaming tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich on a cold winter evening.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Celebrate Christmas at Le Méridien Dhaka

Le Méridien Dhaka is all set for the celebrations today, from enchanting Christmas decorations to a wide array of recreational activities.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Gown for the 31st Gala

Gowns are meant to fit right; flaunting the curves and concealing the insecurities. Trying on different styles will help you find the one that flatters your body the best! A gown that fits perfectly is the biggest confidence booster you could ask for on New Year's Eve!
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

A magical Christmas at Dhaka Regency

Get into the spirit of Christmas celebrations at Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort throughout the month of December. The hotel's all-day dining outlet Grandiose Restaurant will be
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Christmas in Atharogram

From the beginning of December, people clean their homes and decorate them. They trim trees and prune bushes. Horticulture enthusiasts often sow seeds of flowering plants in their courtyards.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Christmas at Amari Dhaka

The month of December rekindles the mood for festivals as the jingling of the bells draws closer – an indication of the nearing Christmas.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

The suit spectrum

It's winter, and you know what that means; your newsfeed drowning in pictures of men in suits, posing with a faraway or brooding look, away from the camera's eyes, and standing at one corner of the stage right underneath a spotlight. They have manoeuvred their heads to the side as they try to button their suit's jacket, followed with a heavy caption by some poor philosopher who had nothing to do with either the newly wedded couple or the person in the picture, or even this era.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Pan Pacific Sonargaon's Christmas celebrations

A fun-packed 'Christmas Party with Christmas Poolside Carnival' has been arranged for today at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka. Children are welcome for an experience of magic, music and more on this festive day, from 10AM to 5PM.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Ayush-Naksha Biye Utshob A Wedding Festival for All

This year, for the fifth time, Prothom Alo - Naksha organised its annual special event “Ayush-Naksha Biye Utshob” at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

War heroines with Dolonchapa

In an attempt to bring the selfless women and heroines of the liberation war to the public eye, Dolonchapa, the first privately run bus service in Bangladesh, re-branded their 4 buses
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM

Kay Kraft this winter

Take up stylish essential winter wear this season from Kay Kraft as you brave the urban chill. All Kay Kraft outlets are set with their seasonal special collection.
24 December 2018, 18:00 PM