Sweden’s groundbreaking Prescription initiative allows doctors to prescribe travel as therapy, promoting recovery through nature, rest, and exploration. Rooted in friluftsliv, it redefines wellness tourism as healthcare, combating burnout through environmental and cultural well-being.
During the second trimester, gentle prenatal yoga enhances flexibility, strength, and emotional well-being while bonding mother and baby. Safe poses like Warrior, Butterfly, and Thunderbolt improve circulation, posture, and calmness through mindful breathing and cooling pranayamas.
Struggling with hair fall, Neeshat Mehedi founded DIGHAL, a Dhaka-based natural beauty and wellness brand rooted in tradition, science, and sustainability. Her commitment to quality, transparency, and conscious entrepreneurship drives lasting impact.
Athleisure dominates 2025 fashion, blending fitness and everyday wear for modern lifestyles. With versatile, sweat-wicking designs, local Bangladeshi brands now rival global labels in quality and style. Comfort meets chic minimalism as workwear and activewear seamlessly merge post-pandemic.
After returning to Bangladesh in 2021, Sara Hossain revitalised her father’s leather venture, Craftsman Footwear & Accessories Ltd., promoting ethical production, worker dignity, sustainability, and local consumer awareness — redefining Bangladesh’s leather industry with transparency, inclusivity, and purpose-driven leadership.
Leesa Gazi, Bangladesh’s Oscar-nominated filmmaker, continues amplifying silenced women’s voices through storytelling that spans theatre, film, and literature. Her works like Birangona and A House Named Shahana reclaim erased histories, celebrating women’s resilience, resistance, and power across generations.
Social media’s pop psychology fuels self-diagnosis and performative empathy, distorting genuine compassion. Counsellor Mariyam Sultana highlights class, culture, and privilege shaping empathy in Bangladesh, urging self-awareness, authentic connection, and mindful action beyond online validation for genuine emotional understanding and societal well-being.
Spine issues are rising in Bangladesh due to sedentary lifestyles, poor posture, and digital device overuse. On World Spine Day, experts recommend yoga poses like Pigeon, Camel, and Shoulder Stand to improve spinal health naturally.
In 2018, DIGHAL launched with a single product: a carefully formulated herbal hair oil. Bottled in glass from the very beginning, the oil was designed not for aesthetics but for function — plastic breaks down herbal blends over time.
Saltwater fish like hilsa, koral, and rupchanda offer heart, brain, and eye health benefits due to omega-3s. Nutritionists recommend lighter cooking methods and mindful portions to maximise seafood’s value while minimising health risks.
Expectant mothers are embracing natural therapies like yoga, Ayurveda, acupressure, massage, and aromatherapy for safer, holistic pregnancy care. These traditional practices ease discomforts, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance, offering a nurturing path toward calm, confident motherhood.
As loneliness grows, young people increasingly confide in AI chatbots like ChatGPT for comfort, validation, and advice. Experts warn this emotional dependence risks mental health, urging users to stay aware, balanced, and connected to real human relationships.
A deshi tea party blends nostalgia, warmth, and heartfelt conversations. Perfect for modern metro life, it offers soulful connections, simple snacks, and timeless charm — proving tea still brews the best moments together.
The 42nd Graduation Fashion Show by the Department of Fashion Design and Technology at Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology (SMUCT) took place on 11 October 2025, at the BGMEA Complex Auditorium in Uttara. The event showcased the final collections of 43 graduating students, marking the culmination of their academic journeys.
Create your dream dining room with elegant, functional furniture perfect for newlyweds. Choose the right dining table, chairs, lighting, and dinnerware to reflect your style, enhance comfort, and make every meal memorable.
Discover the essence of Bengali snacks with traditional recipes like keema singara, nimki, murir moa, and masala cha—perfect for festive tables or tea-time indulgence, blending comfort, nostalgia, and bold regional flavours.
There are exhibitions you walk into and leave, and then there are ones that stay with you, not because of scale or spectacle, but because they make you feel. Kuhu Plamondon’s “Bags as Wearable Art” at Arka Collective in Banani belonged to the latter. On Saturday, 10 October 2025, the exhibition felt like more than an event — it was a unique affair where even the air seemed a bit textured, like the very fabrics that inspired her work.
Tea, a global, democratic beverage, connects people while offering health benefits like antioxidants and improved metabolism. Its calming compound L-theanine promotes focus and relaxation, making tea a mindful ritual that supports both body and mind wellness naturally.
SIZ by Samaha Subah blends Nakshi Kantha heritage with modern fashion, creating wearable, culturally meaningful designs. Through upcycling and supporting rural artisans, the brand balances tradition and sustainability, offering a fresh perspective on Bangladesh's craftsmanship.
Ashwiner Cha Chakra, an intimate tribute by Faiza Ahmed to Farida Parveen, blended memory, music, and vegan cuisine. Through simplicity, it honoured Lalon’s philosophy, creating a space for reflection and quiet reverence without formalities.
Breast cancer is curable if detected early in stages I–III. Regular self-examinations, monthly breast checks, annual mammograms after 40, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are key for early detection, prevention, and effective breast cancer awareness.
