Life Style

Life Style

Start a dream journal to find out what your dreams really mean

Keeping a dream journal helps track and interpret dreams, improves emotional insight, boosts creativity, and enhances lucid dreaming. Writing consistently strengthens dream recall, aiding self-discovery. Focus on details, remain open-minded, and use sketches for better expression.

3h ago

Why should you love a gamer?

Gaming serves as stress relief, improving mental health and relationships. Allowing personal gaming time fosters self-care and relationship harmony. Shared gaming strengthens bonds, while open communication about gaming needs enhances mutual understanding and satisfaction in partnerships.

4h ago

The secret to making chocolate chip cookies: A step-by-step guide

Chocolate chip cookies, invented by Ruth Graves Wakefield in 1938, are loved for their chewy texture and rich flavour. Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day on August 4 by baking homemade cookies with this simple, delicious recipe.

2d ago

#Perspective / Missed moments? Post-wedding photoshoots to the rescue!

A post-wedding photoshoot captures intimate, stress-free moments after the wedding. It offers creative freedom, eliminates time pressure, and helps couples reconnect. Preserve love, emotions, and new memories beyond the big day with unique, personalized photography experiences.

3d ago

Rethink your food habits for affordable and healthy options

Revamp food habits with budget-friendly swaps: corn flour for wheat, green papaya for cucumber, and guava for apples. Choose cheaper food colours, switch beef for fish, and experiment with nutritious, affordable alternatives for a healthier, cost-effective diet.

4d ago

#Perspective / Revisiting the heartfelt charm of 90s Bengali weddings

90s Bengali weddings embraced simplicity, warmth, and community, unlike today’s extravagant, perfection-driven celebrations. From handmade decorations to spontaneous dances, nostalgia for intimate, heartfelt ceremonies is rising as couples reconsider tradition over grand, curated events for a more meaningful experience.

6d ago

#Hobbies / Bangladesh board game community: Building connections through play

Bangladesh Board Game Community fosters connections through board gaming, evolving from casual meetups to tournaments like Catan Cup 2024. Beyond gaming, it nurtures friendships, entrepreneurship, and locally inspired games, making it a thriving social hub in Dhaka.

6d ago

Preloved fashion: Changing the way we dress and think

Preloved clothing is gaining popularity as a sustainable, affordable alternative to fast fashion. Thrift stores and online marketplaces are driving this eco-conscious trend, reducing textile waste and reshaping perceptions of second-hand fashion in Bangladesh’s growing sustainable fashion movement.

6d ago

Saraswati Puja tomorrow; idols get final touches

Artisans in Sylhet Division are busy putting the finishing touches on idols of Saraswati, the Goddess of wisdom and knowledge

EBL VISA Women Signature Credit Card

Imagine a working mother juggling her family, career, and financial obligations. She needs to cover household expenses, manage unexpected medical costs, and occasionally treat herself to a spa to recharge. On top of that, she dreams of growing her side business but struggles with accessing credit and balancing her responsibilities.

White clothes turning yellow? Here's the fix you need

White clothes are timeless but challenging to maintain. Treat stains immediately with enzymatic removers, avoid excess laundry products, skip chlorine bleach, wash frequently, separate whites from colours, and store in breathable bags to prevent yellowing.

Sundora launches Cyber Week sale with Up to 70 per cent off

Sundora’s Cyber Week Sale has launched, offering incredible discounts on a wide range of beauty products. From 8 January to 14 January, beauty lovers can avail up to 70 per cent off on selected items from their favorite brands.

3w ago

Cooking up a culture: Exploring the future of traditional Bengali cuisine

Compiled thoroughly and with love by Hasina Anser Nahar, the book "100 Recipes of Bangladesh's Traditional Cuisine" encompasses 100 regional dishes prepared by 100 chefs hailing from multiple districts of Bangladesh.

3w ago

Think asking salaries is polite? Time to unlearn that and more

Unlearning is the process of abandoning outdated or harmful norms, habits, and beliefs ingrained through societal and cultural conditioning. It involves rejecting intrusive questions, respecting privacy, and embracing self-improvement to rebuild healthier practices and virtues.

3w ago

Top tips for maintaining your New Year's resolutions successfully

New year resolutions often fail due to fleeting motivation. Instead, create a system with achievable, SMART goals, broken down into smaller steps. Consistently track progress, maintain routines, and focus on controlling daily actions for lasting change.

3w ago

Khalil Culinary Arts Center opens in Dhaka, empowering youth with global opportunities

Khalil Culinary Arts Center, a visionary institution dedicated to developing skilled professionals in the culinary arts, has officially commenced its journey.

1m ago

Fabulous lives? Maybe try fabulous habits instead

Trashy TV shows like Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives may entertain, but focusing on self-growth is far more rewarding. Avoid gossip, prioritize healthy eating, nurture hobbies, and embrace individuality for a fulfilling, true-to-yourself year ahead.

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Say goodbye to boring drinks with these juices and mocktails

Refresh yourself with vibrant homemade mocktails like fresh ginger lemonade, lime pomegranate juice, and seasonal fruit blends. These natural, flavourful drinks offer a perfect balance of tangy sweetness for ultimate hydration and seasonal indulgence.

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Feeling adventurous? Dive into these seafood recipes

Dive into the world of seafood cuisine with BBQ pomfret, red snapper, assorted seafood pasta, and creamy crab scramble. These recipes showcase fresh flavours, perfect for gourmet gatherings or casual indulgence, inspired by Mermaid Beach Resort's culinary finesse.

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Shishu, the country’s first CEO Cat launches a clothing store

Shishu Poribohon, a children’s clothing brand, has officially opened the door to its first-ever physical store at Bashundhara City Shopping Complex. This marks a significant milestone for the brand, which has already made quite a mark in the Bangladeshi parenting space with its imaginative designs and purpose-driven message.

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Empowering Women’s Aspirations: Unlocking Opportunities with EBL Women’s Loan

In today’s world, women are taking on diverse roles balancing career and personal lives while contributing significantly to economic growth. However, when it comes to accessing consumer loans, many women in Bangladesh face unique challenges that hinder their financial independence and goals.

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