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POETRY / Ghostly tenants

My father speaks in a dismantled language that goes up in  smoke. 

FICTION / For a better future

Sentiments are best preserved for people who can pay for extra baggage.

Home and its place in Bangla literature

When we study the effects of urbanisation on formerly relevant concepts of home, newer images pop up and we find them coexisting with the previously established one.

What happens when you change homes a lot

Constant uprooting of homes is tough, but there is a silver lining.

(Not My) Home: Musings of a Reluctant Immigrant

Despite all her flaws, Dhaka is still the home that loves with reckless abandon

The Art of Feng Shui — Inviting Chi and Zen into Your Home

Feng means ‘air’ and Shui means ‘water’ and according to Taoist vision, Chi is the understanding that the land (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) is alive and buzzing with energy. Together, Feng Shui believes in harnessing the energies of the environment to bring good luck, health, and positive energy into living spaces and thereby, into lives.

Natural décor ideas to accentuate your rooms

Add that fresh and pleasant touch of summer to your interior design options.

Embracing Hygge décor for a cosy home

Hygge décor refers to the minimalistic interior decoration that prioritises the qualities of cosiness and ease and incorporates the Danish idea of hygge.

Creative ideas to adorn your centre table

Centre tables often end up being the literal ‘centre of attraction’ of your living room, not only because of how they look but also because of their myriad uses.

September 30, 2021
September 30, 2021

An inexpensive guide to mood-lifting décor changes

The inner space of our humble dwellings is intimately connected to our physical and mental well-being; and so, we can unanimously agree that the home décor evokes both positive and negative emotions and immensely impacts our mood.

July 15, 2017
July 15, 2017

7 killed last year while protecting their homes, land

Seven people died in Bangladesh last year in defending their homes and land from power or agricultural projects as opposed to no

December 9, 2016
December 9, 2016

Pace hopes head down under

It will be a special moment indeed when Bangladesh's two most promising young pacers Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed pair up in conditions such as those in New Zealand.

November 16, 2016
November 16, 2016

Messi magic as Argentina down Colombia

Lionel Messi scores a majestic free-kick and sets up two more goals as Argentina got their faltering 2018 World Cup qualification campaign back on track with a 3-0 win over Colombia.

November 15, 2016
November 15, 2016

Cricket: 'Humiliated' Smith says Australia lacking pride

Australia captain Steven Smith said he was embarrassed by his team's performance against South Africa and accused his players of lacking pride in their wickets after another batting collapse paved the way to a crushing 2-0 series defeat.

November 10, 2016
November 10, 2016

Education keeps your head clear to produce quality results: Mehedi Hasan Miraz

Mehedi is still only 19-years-old, but he had already made a mark and had made a habit of punching above his weight.

November 1, 2016
November 1, 2016

New day, renewed determination

“Dosto (friend), I have to run… I will talk to you later; will give you a call… please pray for me.”

October 25, 2016
October 25, 2016

Bangladesh expose England shortcomings

This tour of Bangladesh has been seen by many as a glorified warm-up before the main event of England’s winter begins. Yet this emerging nation showed they are a side who should be feared in home conditions after giving Alastair Cook’s side an almighty scare in the closest Test finish since England beat Australia by 12 runs in the opening match of the 2013 Ashes series at Trent Bridge.

October 18, 2016
October 18, 2016

Cricket: Summer to make or break Smith's captaincy, says Steve Waugh

Australian great Steve Waugh says the summer Test series against South Africa and Pakistan is shaping up as make or break for Steve Smith's captaincy of the national side.

October 9, 2016
October 9, 2016

Kohli ton steers hosts

Skipper Virat Kohli struck form with a gritty century as India ended the opening day's play on a commanding 267 for three