The rise of septum rings in modern fashion culture
14 June 2026, 18:58 PM
Fashion & Beauty
Embrace the bold transformation of the septum ring as a modern fashion statement. Originally a traditional South Asian nolok, this versatile accessory empowers urban youth with independence, breaking gender norms across creative and corporate spaces.
5 epic destinations in Asia that won’t cost a fortune
Discover budget-friendly Asian travel destinations from Bangladesh, exploring Nepal, Bhutan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand to experience breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and world-class street food while creating unforgettable memories without breaking your bank account.
Delicious watermelon drinks and salads to cool your summer
3 May 2026, 16:36 PM
Food & Recipes
Shompa Kabir secures MasterChef USA apron with authentic halibut bhuna
30 April 2026, 20:24 PM
Food & Recipes
Bhorta proves you do not need fancy food to be happy
13 April 2026, 19:56 PM
Food & Recipes
Sugary treats that tell the story of Baishakh
12 April 2026, 21:37 PM
Food & Recipes
Your favourite snacks may be loaded with hidden salt
11 June 2026, 10:56 AM
Health & Fitness
Control dietary sodium with insights from Dr Chowdhury Tasneem Hasin of Continental Hospital. Reducing hidden salt in processed snacks prevents hypertension and silent kidney damage, protecting the heart health of young adults across Bangladesh.
Can too much AC make you sick? What you should know
4 June 2026, 19:28 PM
Health & Fitness
Why renaming PCOS to PMOS matters more than we think
14 May 2026, 16:17 PM
Health & Fitness
How to protect children from Dhaka’s scorching summer heat
14 May 2026, 15:36 PM
Health & Fitness
Stop these daily habits that quietly damage your mental health
27 April 2026, 17:42 PM
Health & Fitness
Protect your mental health while staying informed about world events
23 April 2026, 17:56 PM
Health & Fitness
Expert advice on detecting and managing PCOS in young women
21 April 2026, 16:04 PM
Health & Fitness
How to stay safe in a heatwave
16 April 2026, 19:42 PM
Health & Fitness
Why measles cases are rising rapidly across Bangladesh right now
8 April 2026, 14:57 PM
Health & Fitness
#Perspective / The tragic fate of stray animals in Japan Garden City
23 November 2024, 05:20 AM
Life & Living
Navigating Dhaka's Eid shopping scene on a budget
28 March 2024, 08:36 AM
Lifehacks
My Dhaka / Comrade, give me a cup!
30 May 2023, 18:00 PM
Bangladesh
Delectable Baishakh treats straight from the kitchen
Scoop the watermelon with an ice cream scooper. Put it in a food processor and grind it. Strain the juice.
6 April 2020, 18:00 PM
Summer time singing
Spring brought with it an abundance of good times, but with the recent coronavirus alert, we are almost ready for it to bid us adieu and pave way for the hot summer days ahead. Good times or bad, fashion never tends to leave our inherent selves. It is an essential art form that is worth exploring.
6 April 2020, 18:00 PM
Summer melodies
Tea and coffee will be flowing in as you browse through panels of saris, from comfortable cottons to sensuous chiffons.
6 April 2020, 18:00 PM
Month of independence with Kay Kraft
Highlighting the air of freedom that spreads through the month of March, fashion house Kay Kraft has set out a fine collection of clothes to match the occasion. Shalwar-kameezs, saris, kurtis, shirts, t-shirts, bandanas and much more are available in their latest offering.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Bangabandhu and I
Today marks the birth centenary of our Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman -- the visionary who made us dream of an independent Bangladesh, the powerhouse of charisma who ignited hope amongst the oppressed Bengalis, the legend whom the nation shall forever remain indebted to.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Dos and don’ts in dealing with the coronavirus
It is easy to understand that just about anyone would be stressed out over a public health emergency. It is also important to address the situation by staying informed, and being kind and supportive to each other.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
The Fun in Science
Science, the study of the surrounding world, can be rather intimidating despite being so fascinating. Learning about how different aspects of the world operate in classrooms can become very uneventful, especially for children.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Makeup Mantra
Drama in her eyes
Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder;
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Zermatt, the princess of the Alps
Zermatt, a paradise for skiers, is about three hours southeast of Geneva, nestled in the tall peaks of the Alps, hidden but from the most-zealous. It has a special cache because of how it attracts different clienteles, and what it possesses.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
The peacefulness of water
The universal dream of Paradise is a garden, nourished by crystal-clear waters. The garden of Jannat, with the waters of Salsabil and Tasneem; the Biblical garden of Eden, and the mythical Elysian fields are all havens of peace, with channels of flowing water,
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Nail Art - Self-expression with flair
For a better understanding of all these new techniques and trends, we spoke to Tasnim Monzur Labiba, a freelance nail artist with her Facebook page Nail Art Desire.
16 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Oman suspends air travel with Bangladesh: Biman top official
Oman has suspends air communication with Bangladesh from this evening, Deputy General Manager of Public Relations at Biman Bangladesh Airlines Tahera Khandaker tells The Daily Star.
16 March 2020, 09:43 AM
Tourism fair postponed
The Tour Operators Association of Bangladesh (TOAB) has postponed its biggest programme 'Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair' to October 29-31 due to the coronavirus situation.
16 March 2020, 07:03 AM
Coronavirus: Emirates suspends all flights to Italy
Emirates is operating its last flight from Rome today for the time being, said a press release from the airline.
14 March 2020, 10:16 AM
Autism and NDDs: Know the difference
The Institute of Paediatric Neurodisorder And Autism (IPNA) had organised a training on NDDs (Neuro-Developmental Disability) for media personnel on 29 February, 2020 at the IPNA seminar room at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University at Shahbagh.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Tete-a-tete with James ‘Fish’ Gill
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Fish in Sri Lanka. His approach to yoga as a form of healing and therapy was gentle and inspiring. The following is a takeaway from that meeting.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Low carb diet: Does it really help treat obesity?
The low carbohydrate diet — also known as the “low carb diet” has become the latest big thing in weight-loss plans. The low carb diet requires adhering to an extremely low-carb, high-fat diet in order to put our body into a metabolic state called low ketosis, in which, it has to burn fat rather than sugar for energy.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
In the right state of being
The year 2020 is not shaping out to be in the world that we wanted — within just three months of the year, it has been one soul-shaking wakeup call after another, environmentally, politically, and health hazard-wise.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Personally speaking
In my imagination, I see myself in a beautiful home showered by the golden afternoon sunlight, the slant rays flirting with my plush
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM
Lunch time mania
Clink and clatter, corporate conversations, and meaningful meetings – this is the scenario you can expect to see if you ever walk into a restaurant during lunch time, specifically in a commercial area.
9 March 2020, 18:00 PM