1863 vs 2024: Comparing 2 visuals of a Mughal mosque in Dhaka
Fabeck made a number of artworks depicting Dhaka, such as a beautiful watercolour of Buriganga, which we have featured earlier.
3w ago
Neglected heritage: A historic gate in ruins
You may have visited Ahsan Manzil — or at least know of it — but did you ever encounter this dilapidated gateway?
1m ago
Pirates, forts, and no crowds: The ultimate history geek’s dream spot
Located in Munshiganj, the 17th century river fort is beyond the hustle and bustle of the more common tourist spots, and gives a rather different experience compared to the grander Mughal edifices that are spread all over the Indian subcontinent.
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How did Motijheel get its name?
Another etymology that somewhat resonates with the aforementioned one is that Motijheel was the name of a canal or rivulet that flowed in or around the area; then, the label was referred to a particular pond, and eventually, an overall locality adopted the name.
1m ago
The beautiful gate of Dhaka Christian Cemetery
After all, we are talking about a graveyard that is very old. According to Perween Hasan's chapter in the book "Dhaka Past, Present, Future," the oldest grave in the compound dates back to 1774!
2m ago
Hussaini Dalan and the story of a lost mausoleum
The building has ceased to exist, but the graves are still there, along with a few graves of their family and acquaintances.
2m ago
Which annoying office chat group character are you? Find out here!
Discover the quirky characters in your office chat groups: the Pioneer, Mime Artist, Podcaster, Alien, Ghost, and Boss. From endless GIFs to unwelcome voice notes, identify and laugh at these familiar faces!
2m ago
The former name of DU's Dr Muhammad Shahidullah Hall
When we refer to the very familiar Shahidullah Hall, our minds do not often register the legendary maestro of a man after whom this student residence is named, let alone the fact that it was once referred to as Dacca Hall.
2m ago
February 22, 2022
That beautiful (but often ignored) dedication page in books
When you start reading a book, don’t start from chapter one, because, if you skip past the dedication page, you may miss the small but heartfelt/hilarious/uplifting note written by the author.
February 20, 2022
COVID-19 in photos: The Daily Star’s documentation of a pandemic
Bangladesh, along with the rest of the world, is living through the strangest of times. It feels surreal to think of the ‘new normal’ — seems straight out of a sci-fi apocalypse movie! Nevertheless, to make sense of it all, journalists continue to bring the latest of the ongoing pandemic and to keep the world informed and updated.
February 20, 2022
Food fusions Yummy or yucky?
Would you eat shorisha pizza? How about kalabhuna dumpling? Bolognese fuchka? Yes? No? Well that’s where the debate starts. First respectfully, then passionately, and then, in no time, things get out of hand!
December 28, 2021
Lessons from The Godfather: How to dress like Michael Corleone
You could turn to the don for advice on fashion. Sure, Michael Corleone could teach you a lot about business, leadership, and family values, but just by observing him, one could get a style guide to formal wear.
December 21, 2021
The Garden Kitchen of Sheraton Dhaka: A buffet restaurant in Banani
Located in 44 Kemal Ataturk Avenue, a new addition to Dhaka’s culinary scene, is The Garden Kitchen, the buffet restaurant of Sheraton Dhaka on the 14th floor of the hotel.
December 14, 2021
The Bangladeshi kaleidoscope: What do certain colours mean to us?
How you connect with a colour largely depends on who you are: where you are from and what culture and country you belong to. And so, this makes us ask, what do different colours symbolise in Bangladesh, how do we perceive certain colours, and how do they relate to our national identity?
December 7, 2021
Korean Film and Tourism Festival 2021 held in Dhaka
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea organised a three-day film and tourism festival at Bangladesh National Museum last month, which encompassed the screening of five movies — including the global sensation, Parasite — and a number of interactive games and activities.
December 7, 2021
An Italian fiesta: Celebrating the goodness of the Mediterranean diet
“Food, especially good food, brings people together. The Mediterranean diet and the Italian tradition include the notion of eating together and spending quality time with family and friends,” the ambassador said. “And this is also what we have done on this event, by bringing people from various international, local, and business communities together.”
November 2, 2021
Celebrating 700 years of Dante
You know or at least have heard of Dante. It is almost impossible not to! Well, you may not have read his works, but it is inevitable that you have at least come across the Divine Comedy.
November 2, 2021
The curious hobby of collecting matchboxes
Just like stamps, coins, etc. matchboxes can be collectibles too. But what’s so special about matchboxes, you ask?
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