Dhaka — a city as exhausting as we can imagine — is one that has made tremendous progress over the last two decades.
Imagine the birth of a baby. Almost as soon as it opens its eyes, it finds itself staring into a camera. When it goes home, it finds the bedroom temperature perfectly adjusted to suit its requirements.
There is no doubt that the effects of structural and infrastructural changes and social media have brought tourism a long way from where it was.
With a surge in awareness about the impact of food on our well-being, people are turning to diets not just to look good, but also to feel good.
Do you like Buy One Get One offers in buffets? If your answer ranges from an enthusiastic “Yes!” to a mellowed down “Sure, why not?” you would not be alone.
It has been 33 years since The Daily Star began its journey. We have observed plenty of changes in these long years and feel proud and humbled to witness all the leaps and bounds our society has braved in the lifestyle sector.
The tapestry of Bangladesh’s textile legacy is woven with generational artistry and cultural significance.
Tech and fashion may seem like an odd couple, but they have been dance partners for quite some time.
Ever heard the words Walkman, Gameboy, Discman, Watchman, Camcorder? If the answer is no, you are probably 24 and born in the era of laptops and smartphones. In which case, gather around kids, for I am about to spin a yarn on how it feels for fossils like me to live in a world where everything is at your fingertips and have everything you need in one handy convenient place.
They say that you will know what you want to do before you hit your teens.
Not long ago, Dhaka’s botanical gardens were the city’s lungs, offering a much-needed breath of fresh air amidst the urban sprawl.
As our lifestyle evolves with time, so do the spaces we find ourselves in.
With its emphasis on mindfulness practices and physical stretches, Yoga — an ancient practice born in India and practised by sages and yogis for thousands of years — is still as relevant in our modern times as it was back then, and can offer solutions to many of our contemporary health challenges.
Imagine yourself seated in a cosy café, accompanied by the subtle ambience of background music.
In the fast-paced realm of global car culture, even the modest Bangladeshi market has witnessed some serious gear shifts over the past ten years.
The nation’s bustling capital city has been experiencing the rise of a new phenomenon encompassing individuals who have a niche in public speaking.