What inspires Gen Z’s funky hair colours?

3 September 2026 Fashion & Beauty
Transform personal style through vibrant Gen Z hair color trends across Bangladesh cafes and campuses. Youth embrace electric blue and cherry red dyes to boost confidence, expressing unique identities with dedicated color-safe hair care routines.

A day trip from Dhaka: 5 places to discover in Munshiganj

Explore historic Bikrampur heritage through Munshiganj's ancient treasures, including Idrakpur Fort, Sultanate-era Baba Adam's Mosque, Mughal Bridge, Sonarang Twin Temples, and Nateshwar Buddhist Bihar. Discover centuries of Bengal history, architecture, and forgotten legends today.
The versatile appeal of focaccia bread
30 August 2026 Food & Recipes
Mungdi brings hill cuisine to Dhaka
2 August 2026 Food & Recipes
The flavours of a rainy afternoon
26 July 2026 Food & Recipes
The World Cup final match munchies guide
19 July 2026 Food & Recipes

The foods that may help your body fight inflammation

8 August 2026 Health & Fitness
Lower chronic inflammation naturally by choosing Mediterranean, DASH, or MIND dietary patterns packed with high-fibre whole foods, vibrant fruits, and avocados. Smart nutrient pairings nourish gut microflora, reducing C-reactive protein to protect long-term health.

Winter skincare: Use and benefits of olive oil

Olive oil is probably the best natural moisturiser that you can get for fighting dry skin. Abundant in fatty acids, this natural solution for dry skin problems excels at sealing in moisture, ensuring that your skin remains hydrated for long periods of time.
3 December 2023

Taking Bangladeshi craftsmanship to the global stage

Many individuals and organisations are tirelessly working to preserve and restore these crafts. Take for example, Revival, an initiative working on renewing thousand-year-old traditions. A joint venture of Bangladesh and Japan, it seeks to delve into the rich artisanal history of Bangladesh but from the perspective of the aesthetic sense of the Japanese.
3 December 2023

The Grit Blueprint: 8 simple steps to boost your mental strength

When the going gets tough, having a strong mind can be like having a superpower, the power to rise above difficulties and keep going. This is your go-to manual for turning everyday folks into mental superheroes, equipped with the resilience to handle tough times and the determination to face challenges head-on.
3 December 2023

Sick passenger: London-bound Biman flight diverted to Sofia

A London-bound flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines was forced to divert to Sofia, Bulgaria on Friday due to an onboard sick passenger
2 December 2023

Dos and don'ts: A guide to safety during earthquake

Although extremely unpredictable, earthquakes are a reality we must be prepared for.
30 November 2023

A purr-fect farewell: Closure of Capawcino Cat Café

Capawcino Cat Café, at Bashundhara R/A, gained immense popularity within a very short time among cat lovers and gourmets alike.
30 November 2023

Biman launches new flight dispatch system

Biman Bangladesh Airlines today launched an integrated flight dispatch solution named "Lido/Flight 4ED", developed by German Lufthansa System, to enhance flight safety as well as to reduce flight costs
28 November 2023

Passion for exploration: My personal journey

Born at Chatkhil in Noakhali, Ashraful completed his SSC from home and then moved to Dhaka to complete his HSC at Tejgaon College. He subsequently pursued a BBA and MBA at Eastern University, where he not only focused on his business studies but also explored the field of journalism working as a part-time journalist.
28 November 2023

Bidya Sinha Saha Mim’s timeless beauty captured in latest photoshoot

Draped in the ethereal elegance of a white sari and crocheted lace blouse, Bidya Sinha Saha Mim stole our hearts in her recent photoshoot. The lens of the talented photographer and architect Fouzia Jahan — also the owner of her photography venture, Bowner Dighi — focused on capturing Mim's mesmerising looks.
27 November 2023

No Makeup Look for Weddings: Yay or Nay?

From garish, white makeup to a matte face that involves a lot of powders, to a more even, airbrushed look of recent times, a Bengali bride has looked different every few years. As more and more women now favour the authentic over mindless glam, the no-makeup look has seen a soar in popularity.
27 November 2023

Evolving bedrooms: Decorating your shared haven after marriage

After getting married, combining two different worlds into one peaceful household can be challenging. Each partner brings their distinct interests and preferences into shared living spaces, accommodating and transforming them into a home for them both. The bedroom, a shelter of connection and rest, may undergo the most change.
27 November 2023

Fresh on the shelves: Buying organic products

While buying agro-produce from local bazaars, superstores, or even farmer’s markets, we want to ensure that the products are free from insecticides and other harmful chemicals. To avoid such harmful products, many of us are now opting for organic foods.
27 November 2023

Pizza recipes with unique twists to keep your tummy on edge

It does not always have to come sliced in triangles inside a square box; you can take the flavour combination and create your versions of pizza in various shapes and sizes. Turn it into a tart; bite-sized cups; or even give a little twist to the recipe — the sky is the limit.
27 November 2023

Making perfectly spicy peanut butter noodles

A pack of noodles is arguably one of the most versatile ingredients in the pantry. This rendition is a lip-smacking one with sweetness from the peanut butter and spiciness from the chillies, and you can make it using instant noodles!
26 November 2023

When parenthood creates distance in a marriage

A path set forth with the hopes of love, friendship, and common goals, frequently runs into unforeseen obstacles. Arriving at a child's life is one such challenge that many couples face. Occasionally, what starts out as the realisation of a common goal can inadvertently cause a drift that turns the couple from husband and wife into devoted but estranged parents.
26 November 2023

Want healthy skin? Consider eating these special foods

Nowadays, more and more research on the relationship between food and health is pointing to the fact that one's dietary choices have a major impact on skin health as they age. If you want to get a glowing skin, the following foods can help!
26 November 2023

Gwyneth Paltrow on Brad Pitt’s Le Domaine

Clinking glasses with numerous celebrities who have previously introduced their own beauty and grooming collections, Brad Pitt unveiled his inaugural wellness product line, Le Domaine, in September 2022. When asked about the actor’s foray into a genderless skincare line recently, his ex-fiancé, actress Gwyneth Paltrow gushed, “Yeah, it’s really beautiful.”
25 November 2023

Embracing facial hair: The significance of No-Shave November

The origin of the movement — Movember — can be traced back to 2003 in Melbourne Australia, a point in time when keeping a moustache was no longer considered an in-thing.
25 November 2023

Beyond gender norms: Nurse Hochemin Islam's stand for transgender equality

Hochemin Islam, a name that echoes resilience and courage, continues to break barriers by challenging societal norms. She leaves an enduring mark on the narrative of transgender empowerment in Bangladesh and beyond.
25 November 2023

Jane Dipika Garrett: Breaking barriers in Miss Universe 2023

This year, the Miss Universe pageant represented a change. With contestants hailing from all over the globe in a wide range of races, socioeconomic backgrounds, and body sizes the Miss Universe 2023 was notable for its diversity. It was here that Jane Dipika Garrett, Miss Nepal 2023, shattered conventional beauty standards.
24 November 2023