summer

#Perspective / Where are the summer lovers now?

Dhaka’s brutal summer heatwave hits 38-46°C, turning the city into an urban heat island with power cuts and unbearable humidity. Summer enthusiasts vanish indoors, while street vendors endure the extreme conditions, redefining what surviving summer means.

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.

#Perspective / Searing summers: A journey through the hottest days on Earth

You might be asking yourself, “Why do some people love summer?” Given the heatwaves throughout the country, you have every right to ask. Now, let's delve into three of the hottest days ever recorded on Earth. This isn't going to make you feel better about the ongoing heatwave, but you are likely to be relieved after knowing that some people have seen worse.

Summertime mango recipes

The mango season has arrived and with it comes the opportunity to try some delightful recipes. Here are a few cool and refreshing recipes by Sharmila Basu Thakur from Food Farishta, the YouTube channel.

5 drinks to keep you hydrated in summer

With summer comes heat and humidity. One of the best ways to cool down in this hot weather is with a refreshing, delicious summer drink. Here, are some easy and delicious recipes that are perfect for staying hydrated and beating the heat.

Extreme UV index in Dhaka: Here's how to protect yourself

To protect yourself against the sun’s wrath, here are a few tips.

Grecian grace in vogue: Inspiration from ancient Greece takes centre stage in the latest fashion trends

It is no mystery that ancient Greece has been an inspiration for every aspect of culture globally, whether it be literature, art, sports, or fashion. Taking cue from the rich history of this Mediterranean country, Grecian drapes have once again become fashionable.

Twirling dresses in the sun

Florals and geometric patterns have ruled fashion charts for a reason. Worn short, mid length or long, the prints are versatile and can be styled easily. Think of jumpsuits with floral flounces, one-shouldered midi dresses in polka dots, strapless short numbers or long and breezy dresses in soft layers — the summer friendly motifs make almost everything look a little bit better.

Rejuvenate your soul with refreshing iced tea

What can be a better thirst quencher than a glass of chilled and refreshing iced tea in this hot and humid weather? Nothing beats the heat better than a rejuvenating glass of iced tea. Here is an array of fruity, soul replenishing iced tea recipes for you to enjoy this summer.

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.

May 17, 2016
May 17, 2016

The coolest event of the year

Summer is here and with it a rise in temperature of the bustling city, Dhaka. We are swamped in our day to day activities battling with our never-ending workload, traffic, and of course, the sweltering heat.

May 2, 2016
May 2, 2016

FEATURE: The place where mystery rules

The potato, onion and garlic fields are green and well tended, and the streets feel sleepy under the early summer sun. It’s hard to believe that this is the place that dominated world headlines five years ago, when US forces raided a compound here and killed Osama Bin Laden.

April 13, 2016
April 13, 2016

Scorching heat likely on Pahela Baishakh

The weather outlook for celebration of Pahela Baishakh, Bangla New Year, this year is bleak with a forecast of scorching heat and “unbearable” humidity. The weather will yeild a lot of sweat, which will not dry up and result in discomforting experience – especially within a crowd.

April 12, 2016
April 12, 2016

10 tips to survive unbearable summer heat

The summer is here and the heat of the sun is becoming unbearable. Thanks to the Equinox phenomenon (sun's direct position above the equator line), people get heatstroke, fall sick in this season. And children and elder people suffer the most.

April 11, 2016
April 11, 2016

No load shedding despite heat wave

Power Development Board (PDB) says power supply now stands at a historic high. It is now supplying around 8300 megawatt of power—a sharp 800MW jump from last year’s corresponding period.

January 22, 2016
January 22, 2016

Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale could leave Real Madrid - Ramon Calderon

Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon has told ESPN FC that he believes both Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale could leave the Bernabeu in the summer.

October 19, 2015
October 19, 2015

I will sign new contract: Neymar tells Barcelona fans

Barcelona star Neymar has insisted that he will sign a new contract at Camp Nou amid interest from Manchester United.

October 17, 2015
October 17, 2015

Neymar's father confirms Manchester United offer

Barcelona striker Neymar’s father confirmed that Manchester United had tried to lure the star to the Premier League, but the offer was dismissed.

August 11, 2015
August 11, 2015

5 easy steps to smudge free make up

With the humidity outside, it is very difficult for ladies to have a perfect make up these days. However, there are ways of having a long lasting smudge free make up, if you follow a few tricks: