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Dhakaites' romanticism for Bailey Road

Dhakaites' romanticism for Bailey Road

“Kakrail paar hoye Shantinagar er chourasta theke prothom baanye Eshe gechi ami Bailey Road e”  Late Ayub Bachchu, the lead singer of the Bangladeshi pop-rock group LRB (Love Runs Blind), included Bailey Road in a song, demonstrating the road's significance in the lives of


An ode to the night owls

An ode to the night owls

In a box of 24 hours, people tend to like one part more than the other. For some people, it's the morning sunshine when they can start their active day. Some love the shadowing vibe of the afternoon, and some label evening as their sweet time. Just as a night-lover would pick nighttime to be 'their

Struggles of newly married couples

Struggles of newly married couples

Setting out on the path of marriage marks a significant milestone. Sharing your life with someone, creating a home, and nurturing a family is exciting and heartwarming. However, this beautiful phase often comes with its own challenges, especially when managing the mounting expenses of daily essenti

Does lack of social media attention spoil the peace of mind?

Does lack of social media attention spoil the peace of mind?

People like to be noticed- for their unique thoughts, behaviours, good deeds, etc. And social media seems to be a great platform for that. There are many faces of a person. Metaphorically speaking, people usually live more than one life in a lifetime. As Shakespeare said, "All the world's a stage,

Should we be worried about persistent cough?

Should we be worried about persistent cough?

Cough is one of the most common health problems we face. It is ubiquitous when we are suffering from a cold or flu. Regardless of the cause, coughing is not comfortable for anyone. It may keep us awake at night. In the daytime, it may cause nuisance for others and embarrassment for the patient. The

Funny faces girls make during makeup

Funny faces girls make during makeup

Whether it's a mouth hanging open and eyes bugging out, a forced smile for applying blush on the apples of the cheeks, or a chicken pox face while applying foundation, there's no denying that we all look a little ridiculous when we're trying to get our beauty game on.        &nb

Only one-third of child-related SDG targets on course: UNICEF

Only one-third of child-related SDG targets on course: UNICEF

Halfway into the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), only one-third of child-related targets are on course, shows a new report of the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) released on Monday. Only 6 per cent of the child population, or 150 million children, living in just 11 countrie

A letter to Dhaka's endeared coffee shops

A letter to Dhaka's endeared coffee shops

A coffee shop - the place of endless stories, solo or groups. A place that comes into one's mind for first dates or the last minute data entry, brewing a new business or rapidly drafting the pending presentation, or just another random evening where the heart wants some solitude and mind some caffe

Rags not riches: Ghana drowns in Western castoffs

Rags not riches: Ghana drowns in Western castoffs

  Last year's must-have dress, yesterday's flares and countless other Western castoffs are strangling the Global South, prompting calls for fast fashion to pay the price for rampant overproduction. Every week, some 15 million items of used clothes end up in Ghana's capital, s

No Wash Movement: What's behind this rising trend?

No Wash Movement: What's behind this rising trend?

What if you start your life with no chemical products and no excessive bathing? Or will you wear the same shirt for a few days without washing it properly? There are different opinions on this issue.  In recent years, a growing movement called the 'No Wash Movement' has been gaining momentum,

Creating an elegant home doesn't have to be expensive 

Creating an elegant home doesn't have to be expensive 

Home is where the restive soul finds peace and the motivation to fare. All desire an elegant home, but some consider it attainable only by spending a lot. This line of thought not only limits one's aspirations and hence the home's beauty but also makes one spend in vain. Here are some tips you can

Houseboats of Tanguar: Remember before you rent one

Houseboats of Tanguar: Remember before you rent one

The monsoon in the Haor areas of Bangladesh is truly an experience of its kind. Tanguar Haor, one of Bangladesh's most well-known Haors, has already gathered a reputation among tourists. Monsoon on houseboats in the Tanguar Haor area is a magical experience; however, one needs to keep many things