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Planning your Eid escape? Don't leave home without these tips
Eid travel is chaotic, but planning ahead ensures a smooth journey. Book tickets early, pack smart, stay hydrated, and be cautious of pickpockets. Carry essentials, dress for the weather, and keep entertainment handy for a stress-free trip.
26 March 2025, 23:32 PM
Eid bonus here? Spend it on gadgets that won't break the bank!
Eid bonuses bring the perfect opportunity to splurge on gadgets like affordable smartphones, drones, Bluetooth earbuds, and power banks. From budget-friendly options to premium tech, there’s something for every bonus tier and gadget lover.
22 March 2025, 13:12 PM
Eid gifting 101: Thoughtful presents your mom will cherish
Make Eid special with a unique gift for your mum. Treat her to a spa day, a kitchen gadget, a personalised memory book, a culinary experience, a weekend getaway, a curated gift basket, or a luxurious tea set.
20 March 2025, 09:28 AM
How namaz teaches discipline and helps you lead a balanced life
It is seen by many as a very spiritual exercise that helps people connect with the almighty. In addition to its religious significance, namaz serves as a model for discipline, punctuality, and self-awareness.
27 February 2025, 10:20 AM
Why it's wise to invest in a CCTV camera nowadays
Investing in a CCTV camera enhances security, deters crime, enables remote monitoring, and increases property value. It aids evidence collection, protects businesses, and controls access points. Choose from various options based on features, budget, and vendor reliability.
26 February 2025, 11:40 AM
How to stop your flowers from dying as fast as your New Year’s Resolutions
Keep Valentine's flowers fresh longer by trimming stems at 45 degrees, removing submerged leaves, using room-temperature water, adding flower food, changing water every two days, avoiding fruit, keeping them cool, and reviving drooping blooms with warm water.
15 February 2025, 09:13 AM
Overwhelmed at work? Break tasks into small wins for success
Celebrating small wins can boost momentum, confidence, and self-esteem. Breaking tasks into manageable steps helps avoid overwhelm, preventing burnout. Recognizing progress daily keeps you engaged and energized, fostering a sense of accomplishment even on tough days.
6 February 2025, 10:31 AM
Start a dream journal to find out what your dreams really mean
Keeping a dream journal helps track and interpret dreams, improves emotional insight, boosts creativity, and enhances lucid dreaming. Writing consistently strengthens dream recall, aiding self-discovery. Focus on details, remain open-minded, and use sketches for better expression.
5 February 2025, 09:11 AM
White clothes turning yellow? Here's the fix you need
White clothes are timeless but challenging to maintain. Treat stains immediately with enzymatic removers, avoid excess laundry products, skip chlorine bleach, wash frequently, separate whites from colours, and store in breathable bags to prevent yellowing.
27 January 2025, 07:04 AM
Looking at your dream job? Here’s how to get hired
Proactive job hunting involves thorough research, tailored resumes, networking, and interview preparation. Research industry trends, enhance skills via online courses, align resumes with job descriptions, leverage LinkedIn, and practice thoughtful responses for first impressions.
23 January 2025, 09:14 AM
Think asking salaries is polite? Time to unlearn that and more
Unlearning is the process of abandoning outdated or harmful norms, habits, and beliefs ingrained through societal and cultural conditioning. It involves rejecting intrusive questions, respecting privacy, and embracing self-improvement to rebuild healthier practices and virtues.
8 January 2025, 13:59 PM
Top tips for maintaining your New Year's resolutions successfully
New year resolutions often fail due to fleeting motivation. Instead, create a system with achievable, SMART goals, broken down into smaller steps. Consistently track progress, maintain routines, and focus on controlling daily actions for lasting change.
8 January 2025, 13:54 PM
Fabulous lives? Maybe try fabulous habits instead
Trashy TV shows like Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives may entertain, but focusing on self-growth is far more rewarding. Avoid gossip, prioritize healthy eating, nurture hobbies, and embrace individuality for a fulfilling, true-to-yourself year ahead.
6 January 2025, 09:59 AM
Mastering tasks: Jot it down, get it done
Organising thoughts through writing improves clarity and productivity. Use to-do lists, SMART goal-setting, problem analysis, and gratitude journaling to streamline tasks, plan effectively, ease cognitive overload, and foster mindfulness. Boost focus and achieve more effortlessly.
2 January 2025, 13:37 PM
Dust, mosquitoes, dry skin: Dhaka’s real winter dilemmas
Dhaka winters bring rooftop parties, but also three menaces: mosquitoes, dust, and dry skin. Resilient Dhakaites fight back with coils, sprays, lotions, and creative solutions, transforming winter’s challenges into a season of quirky defence.
29 December 2024, 13:07 PM
Discover Fokinni Bazar: Where your Tk 10 goes a long way
Fokinni Bazar, near Dhaka's Tejkunipara railway tracks, offers dignity through hyper-affordable groceries. Vendors salvage discarded goods to feed the underprivileged, fostering community and resilience despite risks from passing trains and economic struggles.
28 December 2024, 09:15 AM
The morning routine billionaires swear by—Can you handle it?
The One Billion Dollar Morning Routine, created by brain coach Jim Kwik, emphasizes early rising, hydration, gratitude, exercise, mindfulness, planning, learning, and a healthy breakfast. Avoiding distractions optimizes focus, energy, and productivity for achieving goals.
19 December 2024, 13:11 PM
How to smell amazing without suffocating the room
Fragrance should be subtle and intimate, not overpowering. Apply perfume to pulse points, avoid rubbing it in, and be mindful of seasonal changes. Winter’s cooler temperatures make scents last longer, but be cautious of external odours.
15 December 2024, 13:40 PM
Shopping for the holud ceremony? Here’s our take on the “dala dilemma”
The tradition of exchanging dala gift baskets has evolved with stylish designs and functional options like wooden organisers.
15 December 2024, 13:33 PM
How to keep stray dogs and cats warm this winter
Winter is brutal for stray animals, but small acts can save lives. Build simple shelters, offer warm meals, and leave water for birds. Encourage community efforts to create a compassionate, supportive environment for vulnerable creatures.
11 December 2024, 12:17 PM