Shaping a child’s personality with eco-friendly, educational toys

Eco-friendly, handmade toys with rich cultural stories promote healthy child development, creativity, and environmental awareness. Choosing sustainable, biodegradable playthings helps children learn compassion, reject plastic waste, and connect with heritage, supporting a safer, greener future.

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Travel

Travel

Air India cancels Ahmedabad-London flight due to operational issues

However, the official did not elaborate on the "operational issues"

5 reasons why you should travel to Mymensingh this Eid holiday

The overall division — the main Mymensingh city and surrounding districts — offers a wide and diverse range of options for tourists. So, when planning a trip this Eid, here are some reasons why you should consider the humble and underrated Mymensingh.

5 fun day trips under Tk 15,000 for your Eid holidays

Escape Dhaka affordably with scenic drives on Mawa Expressway, Padma Bridge, and Mawa Ghat’s hilsa delights. Explore Panam Nagar’s history, Idrakpur Fort’s Mughal charm, or Mymensingh’s cultural gems and nature retreats—all perfect for budget-friendly Eid day trips.

Food & Recipes

Food & Recipes

Jhalmuri with chicken wings and eggs? Gulistan’s biriyani-style snack

Gulistan’s iconic Shascchu Mama has served his biriyani-inspired jhalmuri and seasonal haleem for 35 years, blending rich spices and family tradition. His flavourful street food draws crowds from all over Dhaka, creating a beloved local culinary legend.

Turn qurbani cuts into gourmet steaks this Eid

This Eid-ul-Azha, elevate your Qurbani beef with perfectly cooked steaks. Learn expert steak techniques from choosing cuts to seasoning and doneness — ditch the bhuna routine and serve juicy, flavour-packed steak that celebrates bold carnivore flair.

Sweet meets savoury: Fruity meat recipes for Eid

Discover bold Eid-ul-Azha flavours with fruit-infused meat recipes like pineapple beef curry, lamb with apples, mutton in tamarind coconut, soy-orange beef, mango chicken stir-fry, and lamb pomegranate skewers—perfect sweet-savoury pairings that elevate traditional festive cooking.

Life on a Plate: Shaheda Yesmin’s fusion food philosophy

When you hear the phrase “fusion food,” your mind might wander to avocado sushi or kimchi tacos. But in the hands of Shaheda Yesmin, fusion is not a gimmick — it’s a carefully considered act of cultural conversation. Her debut cookbook, “Life on a Plate” is not just a collection of recipes, it’s a manual for reimagining what it means to preserve tradition while responding to the hunger of a global palate.

Chhanamukhi: Brahmanbaria’s sweet that’s breaking the internet

Chhanamukhi, Brahmanbaria’s iconic sweet, earned GI status in 2024, spotlighting Mahadev Mishtanno Bhandar’s 180-year legacy. Crafted from pure milk with a time-honoured recipe, it remains a beloved, authentic symbol of the region’s culinary heritage.

Health & Fitness

Health & Fitness

How to reverse fatty liver naturally: Expert-recommended diet tips

Liver health depends on proper nutrition, regular meals, and avoiding alcohol, sugar, salt, and processed foods. A Mediterranean diet and lifestyle changes can prevent or manage fatty liver, improving metabolism and detoxification efficiency.

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Summer's back: Are you drinking enough water?

Stay hydrated this summer with expert tips like starting your day with water, eating water-rich foods, snacking on electrolyte-rich dates, making DIY electrolyte drinks, and avoiding dehydration triggers like caffeine, salt, and sugary drinks.

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Perimenopause and menopause: Understanding the hormonal journey

Menopause is a natural, transformative journey often misunderstood and stigmatized in Bangladesh. By raising awareness about perimenopause, symptoms, and support options, women can navigate hormonal changes with dignity, strength, and a renewed sense of self.

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Walk, talk, burn fat: The magic of Zone 2 cardio

Zone 2 cardio, like brisk walking, boosts fat burning, heart health, and mood by training at 60–70% of max heart rate. It enhances metabolism, energy, and cortisol balance without intense strain, supporting sustainable fitness.

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Work habits that harm your heart health

Sedentary work habits, chronic stress, poor diet, and lack of sleep can harm heart health. Combat cardiovascular risks by moving regularly, managing stress, eating heart-healthy meals, and getting quality sleep for a balanced, healthier lifestyle.

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Straight from the bazaar: 7 everyday foods that can improve your cardiac health

Boost heart health naturally with Bangladesh’s local superfoods like red lentils, ruhi fish, peanuts, bottle gourd, banana, cucumber, and onions. These antioxidant-rich, cholesterol-lowering, heart-friendly foods support blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and improve cardiac wellness.

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Infertility: The unseen battle of Bangladeshi women

In Bangladesh, where motherhood is deeply woven into a woman’s identity, infertility is more than just a medical condition — it is a deeply entrenched social stigma. For many women, being unable to conceive means being treated as incomplete, facing emotional abuse, and even experiencing violence.

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Beat the heat this Eid: Essential hydration tips

Staying hydrated during Ramadan and Eid is crucial, especially in summer. Drink water steadily, consume hydrating fruits, and avoid caffeine. Opt for electrolyte-rich drinks, coconut water, and infused water to maintain energy and prevent dehydration.

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Life & Living Multimedia

Life & Living Multimedia

#Perspective / The tragic fate of stray animals in Japan Garden City

This incident raises serious concerns about the safety and welfare of stray animals in Bangladesh.

Navigating Dhaka's Eid shopping scene on a budget

By now, many have already spent a good chunk of their time shopping for friends and families. After all, can you put a price on the smile of your loved ones after gifting them their Eid dress?

My Dhaka / Comrade, give me a cup!

Yet, the tiny, yellow-walled tea stall attracts customers like bees to flowers.  “Comrade, give me a cup,” is how they ask for tea.

The colourful cauliflowers of Bangladesh

Instead of the regular old white cauliflowers - you can now have cauliflowers that are red, yellow, pink, or purple.

Shankha Dasgupta: Meet the genius behind Guti

Shankha Dasgupta is the genius behind Guti, and anyone who has followed his work over the years knows precisely how exceptional he is. The much-anticipated show, Guti, came out on Chorki in January, leaving the viewers binging.

Scientists say they've found a new colour, olo

Olo is not something you can see on a screen or paint on a wall.

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Sarod, sisterhood, and the quiet defiance of convention

For Ilham and Isra Fuljhuri Khan, music was not a choice — it was an inheritance.

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We didn’t mean to stop reading

There was a time, maybe not that long ago, when the only thing you needed for a perfect evening was a book

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Blue hues and white views: Summer's palette   

Pristine and pure, blue and white are everyone’s favourite

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Ahmed Tuhin Reza: The ultimate panjabiwala

In the world of Bangladeshi fashion, Ahmed Tuhin Reza stands out as a visionary designer in men's traditional attire

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Beat the heat with Tenzing Chakma's cool designs    

Tenzing Chakma, revered designer, is a lover of nature, and his latest offering is inspired by the shades of summer.

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Meet the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team

These are the warriors of the Bangladesh Wheelchair Cricket Team. And they play for dignity!

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From Faridpur to Dhaka: Bamboo artisans holding on to heritage

Gunoboti is not about freezing traditions in time but creating spaces where they can evolve.

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Shoji Morimoto: The Japanese man who gets paid to do nothing!

No deliverables. No KPIs. Just vibes and presence.

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Family travel tips for Bangladeshi parents

Travelling with children can be enjoyable with careful planning. Start early to expose them to new experiences, choose family-friendly destinations, pack smart, and maintain routines. Include downtime, consider hiring help, and keep trips short for smoother adventures.

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Look rich, spend less: Thrifting in Bangladesh

Thrifting in Bangladesh is gaining popularity for its affordability, sustainability, and unique fashion appeal. Once stigmatized, second-hand shopping now thrives on platforms like Dhaka Thrift, blending climate consciousness, creativity, and smart consumer habits.

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Dhaka's own Sufia Easel: Art with heart

Sufia Easel’s moody watercolour art explores anxiety, memory, and solitude. Shifting from graphic design to painting full-time, she now sells merchandise to reach wider audiences while preserving her deeply personal, emotionally rich artistic style.

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Walk, talk, burn fat: The magic of Zone 2 cardio

Zone 2 cardio, like brisk walking, boosts fat burning, heart health, and mood by training at 60–70% of max heart rate. It enhances metabolism, energy, and cortisol balance without intense strain, supporting sustainable fitness.

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Old Dhaka Weddings: Of flavours and traditions

In Old Dhaka, kachchi biriyani has emerged as the quintessential wedding dish

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Shakrain: Kites and tastes of Old Dhaka

Shakrain is now observed by the entire community of Old Dhaka

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Timeless Tagore: A celebration of Rabindranath’s artistic legacy

Maya Bengal in Motion is a celebration not only of dance but the limitless potential within Bangladesh’s creative community.

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“Bengal in Motion” — Rumana Chowdhury’s ode to heritage and art

They say a creative mind’s thirst for creation never ends, and this is especially true for Rumana Chowdhury.

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The Dhaka Nawabs and their culinary adventures

Overlooking the Buriganga River, Ahsan Manzil is an architectural and historical gem of Old Dhaka.

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Preventing dementia through yoga

High cortisol levels — produced during prolonged stress — can damage the hippocampus

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Scientists say they've found a new colour, olo

Olo is not something you can see on a screen or paint on a wall.

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