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267-year-old music store closing due to financial difficulties

The city of York is one of the oldest in England, with cultural artefacts remaining in the city from time...

Floating tents for campaign between two mountains in Dubai under construction

A Dubai-based architecture firm, Ardh Architects, is set to bring a new level of luxury to the hospitality industry by...

The Atlantis of the Sands: A mystery yet to be resolved

We all know about the fabled city, Atlantis. According to the legend, the city represented a civilisation far ahead of...

Rengmitc: A dying language with only 6 native speakers

Bangladesh is relatively homogenous in terms of ethnicity and language, as almost 98 per cent of the people in Bangladesh...

How to get a minimal glam look for any event?

Many of us have heard about the no-makeup and clean girl-makeup look. It is simply applying layers of makeup but...

How to practice discipline in managing money

If someone were to ask what’s common among all the richest people in the world, the answer would probably be...

Getting married this season? Make a fulfilling menu

Winter is the wedding season. There is a common joke that several people get married with each refresh on social...

'80s and '90s fashion are back in the picture

Fashion changes with the taste and likings of the consumers. Suddenly you find your mom saying that a particular hairband...

What happened to the man who didn't salute Hitler?

You might have come across a black-and-white photograph of a 1936 German Naval yard in Hamburg on the internet where...

JU student earns fame remaking iconic '3 Idiots' scenes

'3 Idiots' is probably one of the most influential pieces of popular culture to come out of this subcontinent. The...

Art for thoughts, inclusion and harmony

Mr Ali Ahmed was looking at one of the art pieces through his thick glasses when this writer approached him...

Ekushey's spirit through the lens of fashion

"Moder gorob, moder asha, amori bangla bhasha" - perhaps we Bengalis are the only nation who can boastfully claim that...

Healthy K-beauty trends you can follow

Are you still doing ten step skincare routine every single time? Now the time is for science-backed formulas and an...

Valentine’s Day celebration with exciting offers at Hotel Sarina Dhaka

Hotel Sarina Dhaka is all set to celebrate Valentine’s fanfare in line with Valentine’s offerings on February 14. This time...

Aung Myko Marma: The DU student who went viral overnight for a song

It was a regular day for Aung Myko Marma, a student at the Department of International Relations, University of Dhaka,...

Your perfect Valentine's Day look

Valentine's Day is that time of year when we can smell love in the air. While you may need to...

UK man completes an animal encyclopaedia that he started drawing 21 years ago

Childhood dreams can be powerful motivators that inspire us to achieve great things. However, as we grow older and face...

The East and North Anatolian Fault Systems - origin of the Turkish earthquake

The devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria is one of the biggest humanitarian disasters in recent times, already claiming more...

Syrian man serving free tea and dates to pilgrims of Madina for 40 years

Madina is considered one of the holiest places in Islam. Islamic sources universally regard it as the second-most important city...

Travelling deep into the woods of the Sundarbans

Taking a short break from our busy working hours, this writer travelled the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, with...

The battle that ended Greco-Persian wars

The Persian king Xerxes launched a second invasion of Greece in 480 B.C. to subjugate the city-states. His large army...

Short Selling: How does it make profit or loss?

The 'Adani-Hindenburg' issue is currently the most talked about debate in the global financial industry. How a single report has...

Turning into a boy for a day - what would a girl do?

If you have read Franz Kafka's novel 'The Metamorphosis,' you may know the famous fictional character Gregor Samsa who wakes...

JCI Dhaka cosmopolitan Conducts Project Annonya

The beginning of menstruation means the start of a new phase with new challenges in the life of adolescent girls....

Did you know the first Pharaoh of the united Egypt was killed by a hippopotamus?

We are all fascinated by ancient Egypt and the tales of the Pharaohs. There were about 30 dynasties of Pharaohs....

'Code of Hammurabi': One of the earliest and most complete legal code

Mesopotamia is called the 'cradle of civilisation' for a reason. Not only was it one of the earliest human civilisations,...

Top 5 'bhorta-buffets' in Dhaka

Bhorta is perhaps the most indigenous Bengali food widely popular among people of all classes. It is our comfort food....

UN: Revive, restore wetlands, home to 40pc of all biodiversity

Although coastal and freshwater wetlands – such as swamps, mangroves and marshes – contain 40 per cent of all plant...

Homemade packs for youthful skin

Taking care of our skin brings a huge difference. If you maintain a skincare routine, your skin's ageing process slows...

Bagan Bilash - an element for art, hobby and fashion

Bagan Bilash has gained popularity worldwide with its spectacularly colourful petals and paper-thin bracts surrounded by a tiny and white-coloured...

Under the drapes of smoky dumplings

Imagine having a steamed dish with fewer spices as a fun meal. Not a very pleasant scenario for many, right?...

Nior hosts makeup training in March

The Nior Makeup Training Festival-2023 will be held in Dhaka on March 18. World-famous makeup artist Kennedy Hoffmann will take...

Chui Jhal for both taste and health benefits

In the Southern regions of Bangladesh, 'Chui Jhal' (Piper Chaba) is one of the most well-liked and unique spices. Jashore,...

Top chefs of Bangladesh who revolutionised the local culinary scene

Bangladeshi chefs, with their best possible efforts and dedication, are gaining international recognition as the top Asian Chefs. Kishwar Chowdhury's...

Tara Mosque: The majestic structure we see on banknotes

The mosque prominently displayed on the Bangladesh Bank's current Tk 100 printed note is the historic Tara mosque. Located in...

Green comet zooming our way, last visited 50,000 years ago

A comet is streaking back our way after 50,000 years. The dirty snowball last visited during Neanderthal times, according to...

Homosexuality not a crime: Pope Francis

Pope Francis criticised laws that criminalise homosexuality as “unjust,” saying God loves all his children just as they are and...

Book on life stories of leading business leaders launched

A book on life stories of pioneering business leaders has been launched at a ceremony in Dhaka. The book ‘Pathikrit...

Vibrant colours are back in trend

Fashion changes rapidly, and the old trend comes back again too. You may have noticed that most of the '90s...

Flight etiquettes nobody told you about

One day, an old man, a kid, and a wealthy businessman boarded an airliner. An emergency was declared on the...

An 'invisible exhibition' by Dilara Begum Jolly

The famed artist Dilara Begum Jolly is back with her exhibition 'A/drissho' or 'In/visible' at Kala Kendra. The exhibition is...

15 tips to make the most of your money at buffet

If you want to experience a variety of cuisines within a limited budget, a buffet is your best bet.  However,...

The Trojan War: A glorified myth or tinged with reality?

One of the most important and the earliest recorded event in Greek mythology is the Trojan War. There is, perhaps,...

‘I became a big victim of medical crime,’ says Taslima Nasreen after surgery in India

Writer Taslima Nasreen has accused a hospital in India of committing a “medical crime” by providing the wrong treatment to...

Three types of serum of Siodil available in BD

American skincare brand Siodil has launched three types of serums for dry, oily, normal skin. The brand’s anti-acne, brightening and...

Learn to identify fake news: Fact-checking 101

While digitalisation has eased people's access to information, it has created scopes of spreading false and misleading information at the...

Sneaking into the glorious history of Panam Nagar

Panam Nagar, which covers an area of 20 square kilometres, is a bustling city. Shitolokkha River runs to the West...

Pagla Mosque: The secret behind record amount of donations

Bangladesh has a rich historical background of Islamic rulers who built many architecturally enriched mosques and shrines famous to the...

Collective healing at Dhaka Flow, a festival of yoga and wellness

Dhaka Flow, a festival of yoga and wellness, was held in the Gulshan Society Lake Park on Friday with an...

Inside the US Presidential transport: The most secured vehicles in the world

The president of the United States is considered the most powerful and influential person in the world. With great power...

Legs remain cool longer, sweat more during winter - why?

Back from work and straight inside the blanket to make your body warm. But after an hour, maybe, you notice...

Nobel Prize body knew Kissinger's 1973 Vietnam deal unlikely to bring peace

The 1973 Nobel Peace Prize to top US diplomat Henry Kissinger and North Vietnam's Le Duc Tho, among the most...

Budget-friendly wedding shopping

Winter is the season for wedding events. Plenty of wedding ceremonies are lined up to invite you, and attending them...

Getting a darker tone for bridal henna

Henna paste sometimes referred to as mehndi, is a symbol of luck and good vibes. The night before the wedding,...

The escape to sea, explore and see!

No place in Bangladesh offers more natural beauty than Saint Martin in winter. The breeze of chilled air, the waves'...

Newlywed bride denies being abducted

A newlywed couple in Rajshahi held a press conference on Tuesday to declare that the bride had not been abducted....

The 'YouTube Village': How a cooking channel transformed a village

YouTube has been one of the most popular sources of information for over a decade. What if it's used to...

With ‘Nasek Nasek’, 10th Dhaka Lit Fest comes to a close

The 10th edition of Dhaka Lit Fest, which took place over four days featuring a wide range of the world's...

Rafija Sultana working with fashion designing by expanding her brand "Rafija's Closet"  

Rafija Sultana, is the name of a passionate designer and makeup artist. Since childhood, she has always had a love...

Why dogs bark more at night?

It's midnight; everything is calm and quiet. On top of that, it's winter when sound can travel longer distances. You...

Not interested in heroes, but in ordinary lives: Abdulrazak Gurnah

The work of Abdulrazak Gurnah, the British author who was born in Zanzibar and won the 2021 Nobel Prize for...

From hobby to successful business: Journey of Stylish Abaya with Maria

Modesty helps to enhance your personality. One of the biggest Bangladeshi modest dress brands is “Stylish Abaya”. This brand came...

10th Dhaka Lit Fest begins

The 10th edition of Dhaka Lit Fest officially began on Thursday, after a three-year hiatus due to the global Covid-19...

Argentine artist paints on inflation-hit bank notes

Argentina's cash has lost so much value in recent years that local artist Sergio Guillermo Diaz finds painting on even...

Men's wedding fashion: Catching trends with tradition in Panjabi

Winter is generally called the wedding season. Getting invited to a wedding ceremony or arranging a family member's wedding during...

Italian cuisine: Simple, fresh and unique

The traditions of Italian food, art, music, architecture and literature are extensive. Italian cuisine is regarded as one of the...

Kuakata - your perfect January touring destination

Living in a steamy state like Bangladesh should have prepared you for heat, moisture, and much more sweating. Consequently, most...

Hairstyles you can try in 2023

Nothing has a bigger psychological impact than a new hairdo, whether you go for a huge chop or tie your...

5 unusual traditions of greeting the new year around the world

January 1, the first of any year as per the Gregorian Calendar, is celebrated with pomp and circumstance throughout the...

Choose a proper hair brush to reduce hair fall

Using the right hair brush for your hair and your styling needs can make a difference in your hair's health...

Top 5 metro rail systems in the world

Metro rail systems, which also come in the form of subway or underground rail systems, are an essential mode of...

The cake makers who bake art on the cake

Imagine scrolling through your regular newsfeed, and a basket of freshly plucked jasmines catches your eye. A deeper second look...

Preventing dark circles is easy

Dark circles under the lower eyelids are common. Often accompanied by bags, having dark circles under your eyes may invite...

From Nazma Anwar to Merina Tabassum: Female architects of Bangladesh breaking stereotypes

Like almost every other engineering sector, architecture has always been mostly male-dominated. Considering the socio-cultural scenario of Bangladesh, it has...

Jerusalem chef gives tourists a Palestinian taste of life in the Old City

Palestinian chef Izzeldin Bukhari begins the tours he offers to the Old City of Jerusalem with breakfast at Abu Shukri's...

Glass act: Scientists reveal secrets of frog transparency

Now you see them, now you don’t. Some frogs found in South and Central America have the rare ability to...

Caffeine in your skincare for shiny look

These days, caffeine is not just for the morning. Due to its popularity on TikTok and the endorsements of celebrities,...

Inventor of chicken tikka masala dies at 77

A chef who is believed to have invented the recipe for chicken tikka masala, regarded as Britain’s favourite curry, has...

Casting Cat: Facilitating children through acting 

Child actors have often played instrumental parts in the natural progression of many stories. However, in Bangladesh, child actors have...

Top late night food delivery services in Dhaka

Craving to eat something good at midnight is a common situation. Even without hunger, our tummy sometimes wants fancy foods...

Winds of change in bridal fashion

On a beautiful July evening in 2010, actress Nusrat Imroz Tisha was spotted as a stunning bride. Not to mention,...

Israeli archaeologists excavating ‘Jesus midwife’ tomb

An ancient tomb traditionally associated with Jesus’s midwife is being excavated anew by archaeologists in the hills southwest of Jerusalem,...

Alternatives for tea and coffee in chilly weather

Winter is already here. In this chilled weather, our body needs to have something warm. The most preferred winter drinks...

Pet dogs can relieve stress, lower heart disease risks

Did you know dogs can relieve our depression, lower blood pressure, stress and anxiety, reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder,...

New Zealand bans future generations from buying tobacco under new laws

Future generations of New Zealanders will be banned from purchasing tobacco as part of a package of new anti-smoking laws...

Men's winter fashion ideas

Winter is the time of year when men can represent them most fashionably. They can put on layers of clothes...

Hearing loss is the next pandemic, youths are most vulnerable

According to World Health Organisation (WHO,) over 1 billion people aged 12 to 35 years risk losing their hearing due...

Your spit knows about your ancestors

“Where are you really from?” - we hear this common question asked by white people in real life or movies....

5 unusual ways of death that will shock you

Death is an inevitable part of every living species that is born. Death has its own ways - unique and...

What causes uneven skin texture?

The skin's quality depends on an individual's genetics, which will then be influenced by factors like environment, diet, the care...

Parents must purchase toys considering kid’s age: experts

Parents should be careful while purchasing toys for their children to continue their normal growth avoiding toy-related hazards, experts suggested....

Oldest DNA reveals life in Greenland 2.0m years ago

  Scientists discovered the oldest known DNA and used it to reveal what life was like 2 million years ago...

Transforming Mars into a livable planet - is it possible? 

Human beings have always been fascinated with the possibility of living beings existing in places outside the planet earth. For...

Ukrainian avant-garde art finds refuge from war in Madrid

Ukrainian art has found a refuge in Madrid where a retrospective on the country's avant-garde in the early 20th century...

Oxford Dictionaries names ‘goblin mode’ its word of the year 2022 

Asked to sum up 2022 in a word, the public has chosen a phrase.  Oxford Dictionaries said Monday that “goblin...

How the 'Guinness Book of World Records' was born

If you have the slightest bit of exposure regarding global affairs, you must have heard about the 'Guinness Book of...

Perfect your makeup in 5 easy steps

Of all the mistakes you can make while putting on your makeover, messing up your base is the worst.  Blending...