March to the beat: How hip-hop music shaped Bangladesh’s quota reform movement
If we flip the pages of history, we will find that rap and hip-hop music has been a powerful medium for expressing discontent, rallying causes, and standing up to authority. Although other forms of music also contributed in their own way, there is something about hip-hop music when it comes to challenging established power structures that sets it apart from the others.
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How to welcome Gen Z in the workplace
From values, work ethics, and communication styles, to even their appearance, Gen Z see things from a different perspective. Given how workplaces are beginning to be more immersed in the Gen Z experience and how they are the future, it is a good idea to be acquainted with their distinct characteristics so that we can develop a better understanding, collaborate better, and make the most of their immense potential.
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From dance to cultural diplomacy: Sadia Islam’s inspiring journey
The Bangladesh Embassy in Portugal recently celebrated Pahela Baishakh for the first time in many years. Sadia Islam, planned the entire event along with H E Rezina Ahmed andalso choreographed an entire set of performances to show the intricacies and finesse of Bengali culture and traditions.
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Transforming digital friendships into real ones
Amidst the sea of likes, comments and fleeting interaction, there lies the possibility of finding people who have the potential to be crucial parts of your life.
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Dress to impress: How to personalise your panjabi for the perfect Eid flair
The holy month of Ramadan is nearly over, and you know what that means — Eid-ul-Fitr and all the things we do that make it memorable: good food, and plenty of invitations and outings. This is the time to put on our best dresses and showcase our style.
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Bongo Bazar blaze: Tragedy to triumph as businesses rebuild
For decades, Bongo Bazar has been a hub for entrepreneurs of all shapes and sizes to thrive and a shopping paradise for the people, from not only Dhaka, but all parts of the globe. Such is its global popularity that it is one of the only places in Dhaka to have translators readily available for international customers.
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December 5, 2022
Tangia Zaman Methila wins award for Best International Female Model
Tangia Zaman Methila continues to take Bangladesh’s fashion and modeling industry to newer heights. She created history a few months back by becoming one of the first Bangladeshi models to walk in the Paris Fashion Week. Earlier this week, she won the Model of The Year International (Female) award at the British Bangladesh Fashion & Lifestyle Award 2022 ceremony, held at The Tower Hotel in London.
December 4, 2022
Nibir Adnan wins an award as Best International Male Model
The renowned Bangladeshi model, Nibir Adnan Nahid has recently won the Model of The Year International (Male) award at the British Bangladesh Fashion & Lifestyle Award 2022 ceremony held on 3 December 2022 at The Tower Hotel in London. The event was organised by the British Bangladeshi Fashion Council (BBFC), an award-winning, social enterprise that aims to support individuals who want to pursue careers in the fashion and creative industries, in association with the London Tea Exchange.
November 29, 2022
NCCI hosts webinar on “FDI in Logistics Sector”
On 27 November, 2022, the Nordic Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) in Bangladesh hosted a webinar to celebrate the launch of its white paper “FDI in Logistics Sector.” The online event was a follow-up of a daylong event about the same topic which was held in May, 2022. The webinar was graced by Salman F Rahman, MP, Private Industry and Investment Advisor to the Honorable Prime Minister as the chief guest as well as Winnie Estrub Peterson, Ambassador of Denmark who represented the Embassies of Denmark, Norway and Sweden. In addition to that, several business leaders, foreign dignitaries, government stakeholders, regulatory bodies, policymakers, and advocacy coalitions were present.
November 14, 2022
Men’s night out: Things you can try out
Most of us reading this have come to a point in our lives where hanging out with the boys is not as easy as it used to be. As glorious as those days were, our priorities can change with age and scheduling conflicts. However, that does not mean that we cannot have a men’s night out every once in a while. After all, we all need to lay back and chill with our crew. But what can you do? The concept of a men’s night out may be very different for us than our western counterparts, but it does not mean that we cannot have some fun, right?
November 12, 2022
How to plan your trip a year in advance
If you think a year is a bit excessive to plan a trip, it’s not. It's always a good idea to sort out every little detail of your trip ahead of time. Given how unpredictable life can be and how hectic our daily schedules get, you can never be safe. There are bound to be last-minute hiccups.
November 9, 2022
Things to realise before you turn 30
Let reality sink in: every single 90s kid in the world will be 30 by the end of this decade. Before you get too disheartened, always remember that A, Father Time will eventually sneak up on everyone, and B, age is just a number. Besides, 30 is not bad!
November 9, 2022
Best locations for a bachelor party in Bangladesh
Before tying the knot, everyone needs to celebrate with their friends one last time. This is why bachelor parties are so significant. Sure, life does not end when you get married of course but priorities change and you no longer get to do a lot of the things you could when you were single, especially with your friends. Bidding farewell to single life should be done properly so let’s plan a sendoff to remember for you by giving you a lowdown on some of the hottest locations.
November 5, 2022
5 computer skills you need in today's workplace
We grew up in a generation that has been built on computers. The corporate sector and job market may be everchanging, but computer skills are a constant requirement and are of paramount importance in any ecosystem. The pandemic has also increased the prevalence of remote jobs, so now more than ever, we need to sharpen up our computer skills, and here are the top five skills you need to look into.
November 2, 2022
How to keep your sneakers clean in Dhaka
Not going to lie, we can take the easy way out by asking you not to waste your sneakers on the streets of Dhaka but that is not what we are about. We want to help you flex your fancy new kicks and perhaps even wear them semi-regularly while protecting them at the same time. So, without further ado, let us look at a few ways to protect our precious shoes.
October 30, 2022
Top 5 mid-range perfumes you need to get today
Fragrances are our first layer of dressing. Our perfumes announce our arrival even before people can see us. They also linger and keep our presence around long after we leave. It is a very important piece of accessory. So naturally, most of them are accompanied with a hefty price tag, but that’s not necessarily the case. Listed below are five mid-range fragrances that will simply blow your minds with their value for money. These perfumes can genuinely hold their own against the best, and even give them a run for their money.
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