Ehsanur Raza Ronny

Primary life roles: Confused dad, all round car guy, model car builder and cartoonist. Currently Editor of Shift (automobiles), Bytes (technology) and Next Step (career) for the Daily Star. Previously did four years hard labour in advertising before starting Shift and Next Step in 2013 while also re-branding the previous tech publication as Bytes.

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.

4w ago

Thinking of studying abroad? Here’s how school life varies worldwide

Student life looks very different around the world, with each country offering its own approach to education, exams, and extracurriculars. Whether it’s the schooling system or the academic pressures, where you study can shape your future in unique ways.

2m ago

Things that go bump and moo in the night

Horror stories do not come any scarier than a bull gone loose.

7m ago

How you too can nearly, almost, probably become a Jedi Knight

At its core, 'Star Wars' is a classic tale of underdogs taking on a powerful enemy; it's a story of hope and perseverance, of standing up for what's right even when the odds are against you.

1y ago

Where’s the cake?

It’s party time in the animal kingdom. A turtle just happens to be in charge of making a birthday cake. He’s small and he’s slow but he has a plan. He started early because he knew speed wasn’t his strength.

3y ago

6 steps to get people to trust your e-commerce site

You have a site or Facebook page for your business. You have great products. You also have a good amount of people that know about you. But no one is buying. Where lies the mystery? How do you turn those visitors into buyers?

3y ago

A new hope

Not quite as epic as the Stars Wars movie of the same title, but a new hope it is. Everything ends only to have a new beginning in one form or another. This happens to be my very last issue of Toggle, something my team and I brought to this height in a year and couple of months.

3y ago
November 11, 2015
November 11, 2015

THE BEST 7 SERIES EVER MADE?

A car that you can park remotely. BMW just launched the new 7 Series in Singapore where Shift went for a test drive and review the 3.0 740Li

October 28, 2015
October 28, 2015

HO scale (1:87) cars

HO gauge scale cars: its smaller than Hot Wheels and better detailed. What for, you might ask. Find out.

October 23, 2015
October 23, 2015

Digital hammer: Breaking geographical boundaries with internet for all

Yasir Azman talks about Grameenphone's plan to bring in full internet connectivity for Bangladesh and how he draws insights into the Bangladeshi youth by following his 12 year old son's behavior.

October 21, 2015
October 21, 2015

Out of time: BTTF Delorean by Welly

The Delorean DMC 12 went to the future on this date: OCT 21, 2015. We celebrate the greatest time machine ever with this excellent 1:24 piece by Welly.

October 14, 2015
October 14, 2015

Hyper detailed classic Toyota Carina from Tomica

I received this Tomica Limited Vintage Neo courtesy of Aswad Chowdhury. This is my first Neo after a very long time, having given away my earlier stash ages ago. What's special about this?

October 9, 2015
October 9, 2015

5 things an intern should avoid

Interns are expendable. There's no way to sugar-coat it. So it is primarily the intern's job to impress the employer, future or present.

October 7, 2015
October 7, 2015

Calling all HW modders

Modified Hot Wheels are nothing new, but in the Bangladeshi collectors' scene it is relatively new.

October 7, 2015
October 7, 2015

German Klasse: 2013 Mercedes Benz C250 coupe

We test the Mercedes C250 coupe. Can it match the good looks in the way it performs on Dhaka roads?

September 30, 2015
September 30, 2015

Custom Honda NSX 1:24 kit car from Tamiya

The NSX is the holy grail of Japanese automotive wizardry. Born in the 90's this car is surpassed by power output and electro-gadgetry. Yet, this still makes petrol-head knees quiver, showing the world that it’s all about the fun you can have. If Ayrton Senna considered it one of his favorites, who are we to argue?

September 23, 2015
September 23, 2015

2015 Honda City: City Tourer

The current 6th gen Honda City has super sharp lines breaking up that tall body and it's packed with an efficient engine and plenty of kit. If this city car the best city car?