56m ago| Life & Living

Upgrade your life: The 2023 Edition

Whether your goal is to succeed in your career, in your creative corner or simply to become a better person, here are 6 tips and tricks you can really try, in order to achieve your objective for 2023.

1d ago| Travel

Top 6 places to visit in Jashore

Like every other region in Bangladesh, Jashore, formerly spelled Jashore, located in the southwestern part of the country, contains a treasure trove of places to visit and explore. From housing the country’s largest flower garden to being home to one of the pioneers of Bengali literature — Jashore has a lot to offer, from both natural and historical aspects. Here is a list of the 5 must-visit places in Jashore.

15h ago| Food & Recipes

’Tis the season of pithas

Every country has a host of traditional sweets that they proudly plate as a representation of their food and culture; for Bangladesh, this is undoubtedly pitha. For us, pitha is not just any other ordinary food but is also a treasure trove of great memories. Growing up, winter would mean seeing your mum making pithas of various sizes and shapes and listening to the stories of the origin of these sweets. Or, it would mean having steaming hot, warm chitoi pitha for breakfast with mangsher jhol.

16h ago| Health & Fitness

Healthy habits for skin care during winter

Winter can be a tough season on your skin, with dry, cold air stripping it of moisture and leaving it feeling dry and irritated. Here are some healthy habits to follow that can help keep your skin healthy and glowing all winter.

Bhabir Mor: How the name of Ranighat Mor in Dinajpur changed

Just 34km away from Dinajpur city, Tangon river flows along the Indian border. There is a rubber dam with a bridge over the river. This spot in Bochaganj upazila, Dinajpur is called Ranighat Mor. But now it is known as “Bhabir Mor".

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

Nibir Adnan becomes the face of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Cobalt

Nibir Adnan’s stock continues to grow as the renowned model recently signed with Sundora to become the face of Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Cobalt in Bangladesh. The luxury brand launched its Bad Boy Cobalt line through Sundora and Nibir has been hand-picked by them to be the leading man in their ad campaigns. The superstar model was selected based on his work for other perfume brands such as Bvlgari as well as his many successful projects in the modeling industry.

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

Upgrade your life: The 2023 Edition

Whether your goal is to succeed in your career, in your creative corner or simply to become a better person, here are 6 tips and tricks you can really try, in order to achieve your objective for 2023.

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

Tips to treat psoriasis this winter

Psoriasis is a skin condition that may flare up quite a bit during winter because of reduced sunlight and UV rays during this period. Sunlight contains UV rays, which can penetrate the skin and slow the formation of skin cells. Patches of thick, scaly skin develop as a result of the autoimmune disease. A person might feel itchy, uncomfortable, and painful. But the good news is, there are a number of ways to treat the illness throughout the winter.

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

How dysfunctional marriages affect children

Although many marriages seem wholesome and strong on the outside, the dynamic can be entirely different behind closed doors. The cracks however, are only addressed when a seemingly perfect marriage suddenly crumbles, leaving people to wonder, ‘what could’ve possibly gone wrong?’ What often remains unaddressed is how children in these settings are coping with changing home environments.

January 16, 2023
January 16, 2023

Complete your outfits with winter jackets

People get quite confused about whether they should invest in a proper coat, jacket, or blazer for the brief winter in Bangladesh. Our suggestion is: like any apparel essential, one needs to have at least one or two trendy coats hanging in their closet, otherwise a wardrobe is never complete.

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

Why don’t people like you?

It’s a diverse world and no two people are alike. As viewpoints differ, some gel together seamlessly while others clash and cause friction. This is expected, and quite natural. However, what if you find that you are unable to befriend anyone at all, and that everyone shuns you from their circle. It might be time for some introspection.

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

How to master the art of small talk

Small talk often starts with pointless questions such as “How are you?” According to research, these are three of the most useless words in the world of communication as the person asking is least interested in the response and the person responding hardly ever tells the truth. So, what can make small talk interesting enough to lead to an actual conversation?

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

’Tis the season of pithas

Every country has a host of traditional sweets that they proudly plate as a representation of their food and culture; for Bangladesh, this is undoubtedly pitha. For us, pitha is not just any other ordinary food but is also a treasure trove of great memories. Growing up, winter would mean seeing your mum making pithas of various sizes and shapes and listening to the stories of the origin of these sweets. Or, it would mean having steaming hot, warm chitoi pitha for breakfast with mangsher jhol.

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

Cheat code recipe for chowder

Traditionally, seafood did not suit the deshi palate. We were more accustomed to having freshwater delicacies. Time, however, is changing and we now enjoy delightful, seafood dishes. The following is a recipe of a popular seafood dish, with added cheat codes that make it easier to make.

January 15, 2023
January 15, 2023

Nusrat Jahan Sonia’s journey with henna

Nusrat Jahan Sonia first found her love for henna nearly ten years ago, in 2012. As a young teenager, she was fascinated by intricate mehendi designs and would often try them on her friends and family. With time, this little hobby grew and her interest led her to learn the art as well as the process of making organic henna.