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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Ezzyr launches Ambulance Service

Ride-hailing service Ezzyr has launched one of the most necessary emergency services on 23 October, 2018. The emergency ambulance service inauguration ceremony was held at Krishibid Institute of Bangladesh with the presence of Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, MP, Home Minister, Bangladesh.
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Shakib and Le Méridien Dhaka

Ace all-rounder cricketer Shakib Al Hasan is the new brand ambassador of Best Holdings Ltd. — the parent company of Le Méridien Dhaka.
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Cast a spell or two

Would you not want some 'practical magick' like this in your life? Order your broom to sweep up last night's mess, a flick of your wand to sort out all your chores or maybe a drop of soothing potion for your ever troubled bestie
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Halloween myths and why they exist

The origin of Halloween comes from the land of the Celts, now modern day France and the British Isles. According to Celtic myths, the dead reside in a faraway land of eternal youth and happiness, called Tir nan Og, and that one could only communicate with the dead during the turning of the year.
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Bonsais — even for the faint hearted!

Having a home nicely decorated with a touch of green vitality is almost every Dhakaite's dream; some go steps further and now consider it a necessity.
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Student hostels for females: An inside story

Born and raised in Narayanganj, Farhana Zaman moved to Dhaka in 2003 in order to pursue a career in medicine. Her family had been permanent residents and having their business neatly settled in Narayanganj for generations, moving to Dhaka was simply not an option.
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Get your PERi-PERi on with new Nando's value meals

PERi-PERi enthusiasts are in for a treat once again from Nando's. All their outlets in Dhaka are now offering mouth-watering value meals; not one, not two, but three flaming new additions!
29 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Bangladesh among 'best value travel destinations'

Bangladesh ranked seventh in the Lonely Planet's Top 10 “Best Value” travel destinations for 2019, which showcased the top ten places for affordable adventures, UNB reports.
24 October 2018, 18:00 PM

This Week's Horrorscope

Sabre-toothed cats are no more, and we are safe.
24 October 2018, 18:00 PM

‘Weekend Spirit’ with MIB

Providing a platform for busy urbanites to relax, enjoy and connect with their roots, MIB seasonal meetups have won the hearts of many Dhakaites.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Not so ordinary cooking with spices

Saffron is one of the most sought after spices in the world. The threadlike ingredient that imparts a yellow hue are quite literally, imbibed in myths and legends.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Why I loved Anthony Bourdain

A few months ago, I was under fire for mourning a death. My favourite celebrity Anthony Bourdain had died. I fell in love with Bourdain in my 20s — long before I became a vegan or even a vegetarian, and long before I entered the field of animal welfare.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Taste the Thousand and One Arabian Nights at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden

Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden will be hosting the “Thousand & One Arabian Nights @ Water Garden Brasserie” in a grand and majestic fashion with exclusive cuisines and decorations, inspired from the rich traditions of the Arabia at the end of October.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Florals, feminism and romance

Roses were extremely popular back then, since it was considered the most romantic flower, often used by men to woo their lady love. And so it was adopted as patterns on dresses, coats, purses and everything else one could think of.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Splendid new treats introducing new flavours at Amari Dhaka

The Bakery at Amari Dhaka, located at the hotel's Cascade Lobby Lounge, has special treats this October for the sweet lovers! The jewel of their selection is the Callebaut Opera cake, or the Opera Cake as it's famously called.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Loud Prints

Solids are eternal. But that does not mean prints cannot have their chance under the spotlight every now and then, especially now that printed clothing are so in! Here are some of the most in-style printed outfit inspirations and styling tips.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

EBL Women Banking - Banking on Women, Banking for Women

Of the myriad services offered by various financial institutions, Eastern Bank Limited (EBL) has a set of propositions and services designed for women account holders. EBL features dedicated Women Banking help desks to cater to women's banking needs in all their 85 branches throughout Bangladesh.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Fall essentials for when you're on the move

The weather nowadays seems to be erratic and moody as the citizens of this city, changing without notice. As the nights get longer and you turn down your ceiling fans' speed a notch, you realise that the humidity and heat of summer are long gone. But as pleasant as the chilly breezes may feel at first, they do bear a bleak reminder for you to buckle up and start preparing for fall.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

Hunger Games: Filling up the larder

The dilemma of stocking up healthy snacks is of perennial nature. The constant need of coaxing and cajoling the brood to snack right and desist from caving in to tantalising but unhealthy savouries and sweets can be quite an ordeal.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM

A bout against the common cold

As the temperature continues to drop, it becomes increasingly challenging to maintain a healthy body, although we can easily steer clear with minor changes in our diet, using only some fresh ingredients found in abundance during winter.
22 October 2018, 18:00 PM