Lifehacks

Lifehacks

Thoughtful ways to pamper your parents

Here's your guide to bringing a little extra joy into their lives — because if anyone has earned a bit more happiness, it’s your parents.

1w ago

Urban life got you down? Here’s how you can cope

In chaotic Dhaka, peace is possible through slow rickshaw rides, book cafés, reconnecting with friends, family get-togethers, childhood nostalgia, music therapy, and mindfulness — small joys that help urbanites recharge from everyday stress.

3w ago

Safe meat storage tips for qurbani Eid at home

This Eid, prevent leftover meat waste with safe handling, proper freezing below -18°C, airtight packaging, and portioning. Defrost meat slowly in the fridge, marinate for flavour and safety, and always discard spoiled meat to ensure freshness and health.

2m ago

Qurbani Eid 101: Keep your sacrificial animal happy and healthy

With Eid-ul-Azha near, proper care of Qurbani animals is vital. Select healthy livestock, maintain their feeding routine, provide clean water, shelter, and hygiene, ensure child safety, and perform humane sacrifice to fulfil religious and ethical responsibilities effectively.

2m ago

Top 5 remote work destinations in Bangladesh with Starlink

With Starlink internet now available in Bangladesh, remote work and travel finally align. From Saint Martin’s beaches to Sajek’s peaks, digital nomads can livestream, Zoom, and edit on-the-go—even from boats, sandbars, and hilltop cottages.

2m ago

Protecting elders from heatwaves: Practical cooling solutions

Protect elderly loved ones from extreme heat by using refrigerated towels, sponge baths, and mist sprays to cool skin gently. Review medications for heat sensitivity, encourage breathable footwear, and prioritise hydration with light, water-rich foods for better health.

2m ago

Surviving Bangladesh's heatwave: AC-Free solutions

Beat the heatwave without AC by using energy-efficient tips like decluttering rooms, using wet sheets on windows, placing ice near fans, switching to LED lighting, reducing humidity, promoting cross-ventilation, and adding indoor plants for natural cooling.

2m ago

It’s 40°C and you’re still ignoring street animals?

As extreme summer heat scorches Bangladesh, simple acts like leaving water bowls, offering shade, feeding hydrating food, and aiding heat-struck animals can save countless street dogs, cats, and birds from dehydration, suffering, and death.

2m ago

Sick of your fish tank looking like a swamp? Here’s how to clean it!

Many of us are fascinated by aquatic life and aquariums. What sounds the most tedious of all is taking care of and maintaining the ecosystems of these fishes. When it comes to cleaning aquariums or fish tanks, the job gets tricky. However, here are step-by-step solutions for clearing the burden of that huge task off your head.

10m ago

Do you really need that third pair of shoes? The ‘No Buy’ year challenge explained

It is safe to say that the word "saving" is the same as asking us to do sit-ups every other minute. Yes, you do come across an offer that you end up believing is the deal of the century. The rush of adding an item to your shopping cart feels almost irresistible, but some brave souls have chosen a more radical approach: a 'No Buy' year.

10m ago

Be the person everyone remembers! 7 steps to a perfect first impression

Studies show that first impressions are usually formed within just 17 seconds of meeting someone new. This can be intimidating considering you might think you have no control over these 17 seconds. What if you did have control over making a good first impression?

10m ago

Why your job shouldn’t be your only relationship

With the increasing demands of today’s work culture, the boundaries between work and personal life seems to have blurred and most of us are burned out without even realising it.

10m 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!

11m ago

Can’t focus? Try these desk hacks that aren’t meditation

Train your brain to focus with these activities: Pomodoro Technique with brain games, desk yoga stretches, mindful walking, tackling the hardest task first, and brain dumps. These habits enhance concentration and mental clarity.

11m ago

News got you down? Here’s how to stay informed without losing your sanity

The world has been in unrest for a minute and a half now. It is normal to stay up-to-date with the latest updates. However, we must also allow ourselves to take a step back when the news starts to feel overwhelming, and begins to take a toll on our mental health.

11m ago

Tips to ensure safe drinking water in flood-affected areas

Parts of Bangladesh have been devastated by floods recently, leaving residents vulnerable. Access to clean, safe drinking water is one of the biggest concerns during these times. We have listed some easy and effective ways to ensure safe drinking water in flood-affected areas.

11m ago

6 essential self-defence moves every girl needs to know

Here are 6 easy, yet highly effective self-defence techniques that anyone can learn, complemented by insights from Humaira Akhter Antara, a seasoned karate practitioner.

11m ago

How to identify fake news

Fake news existed even before the internet, but with the World Wide Web and social media, the problem has been elevated to a whole different level. Add to that the protests and volatility Bangladesh — and many other places in the world – have been witnessing, what you have is a breeding ground for fake news.

11m ago