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.

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.
The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh
6 February 2023, 02:17 AM Life & Living Multimedia
Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti
1 February 2023, 12:48 PM Life & Living
Despite charging fees, needs of passengers neglected
23 January 2023, 04:33 AM Life & Living Multimedia

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