Bangladeshi women face a double burden of paid work and unpaid household labour, leading to exhaustion, stress, and depression. Unequal workloads, lack of recognition, and poor mental health support highlight the urgent need for shared domestic responsibility and awareness.

Architect Sudeshna S Chowdhury, founder of STUDIO.O, is redefining interior design in Bangladesh with emotion-driven, sustainable, and balanced spaces. Her work blends functionality with feeling, transforming Dhaka’s restaurant and commercial interiors into meaningful, people-cantered environments.

The new regulation expected to take effect next week

The recent growth of the Bangladesh furniture industry has been phenomenal, valued at over Tk 25,000 crore (approximately USD 2.3 billion). The impressive figure is largely courtesy of the rising demand for modern, space-efficient furniture among the ever-growing urban population of the capital.

Acts of kindness trigger the brain’s reward system, boosting dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin while reducing stress hormones. These biological changes elevate mood, strengthen social bonds, and improve physical health, proving kindness benefits both giver and receiver.

Bangladeshi yoga instructor Faria Athar Khan empowers women to reclaim balance through Hatha yoga, addressing stress, hormonal imbalance, and chronic illness. Her holistic approach restores physical strength, emotional stability, and identity, promoting lifelong wellness and community healing among women.

Scientists at National Taiwan University developed a serum using oleic and palmitoleic acids that regrows hair in just 20 days on bald mice. The formula activates hair follicle stem cells via PGC1-alpha, offering groundbreaking potential for human hair restoration.

China now requires influencers discussing professional topics like medicine, law, or finance to hold verified qualifications, aiming to curb misinformation and boost credibility. This move signals a global shift toward credentialed, transparent, and responsible content creation, influencing markets like Bangladesh.

At over 90, Lal Miya still runs the iconic Lal Miya Kotkoti Ghar near Mahasthangarh, Bogura — birthplace of the crunchy sweet kotkoti. Founded by his grandfather, refined by generations, it symbolizes tradition, generosity, and Bogura’s culinary pride.

A 2019 Science Advances study by Duke University’s Herman Pontzer reveals pregnancy as the ultimate endurance feat, demanding 2.2 times the body’s basal metabolic rate—outlasting even the Tour de France in sustained physical intensity and energy expenditure.

Our brains are biologically wired to focus on negative experiences more than positive ones, a phenomenon called negativity bias. Rooted in survival instincts, it still shapes our emotions today. Recognising and intentionally amplifying positive experiences can rewire this imbalance.

Shoes define a woman’s style, confidence, and versatility. From classic pumps for work to trendy wedges for daily comfort and chic heels for parties, the right pair completes every outfit, balancing fashion, function, and personality effortlessly.

This 3D Pumpkin Cake combines rich red velvet layers, tangy cream cheese frosting, and smooth Swiss meringue buttercream. Sculpted, frosted, and decorated with fondant, it’s an edible autumn masterpiece that’s as stunning as it is delicious.

For a newlywed just starting out their new married life together, the bedroom will, by far, be the most important corner of their home — the place where they spend quality time and create unforgettable memories with each other.

The third solo show by Professor Dr Malay Bala, titled Seeking Sacred Beauty: The Devotional Art of Malay Bala, emits a calm, rhythmic whisper — a quiet hymn to the sacred, the feminine, and the natural. His third solo show opened on 18 October 2025 and runs until 28 October.

Recent studies show girls now start menstruating around age 11.9 — about six months earlier than past generations — with longer irregular cycles. Early puberty increases health risks and emotional challenges, highlighting growing environmental and lifestyle influences.

Pre-diabetes is a warning but reversible stage where lifestyle changes can prevent diabetes. Reducing refined carbs, exercising, managing stress, and monitoring blood sugar regularly can delay onset. Awareness, diet, and discipline protect long-term health.

Under the new guidelines, no vessels or speedboats will be permitted to the island without prior approval from the Ministry of Environment.

In 2025, gold investment in Bangladesh is rising amid inflation and taka depreciation. Seen as a safe hedge, gold offers liquidity and cultural value, but high prices and fluctuating returns demand careful, long-term, diversified financial planning.

Chronic people-pleasing triggers persistent stress, causing immune system dysregulation and inflammation. This may increase autoimmune disease risk over time. Prioritising self-care and reducing chronic stress supports immune health and reduces long-term biological harm.