Girls, at least once in their lifetime, wished their mehendi was darker. Who doesn't want a deep red-brown, long-lasting mehendi stain? Well, you aren't alone. But sometimes, no matter how much effort you put in, you get that not-so-appealing orangish shade that fades quickly. Getting a perfect meh
Indian stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra faces police scrutiny for a performance seen to have criticised a key politician and ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, fanning concerns about the limits of free speech in the world’s largest democracy. The ensuing violence triggered comment on social
The white structure, which resembles the holy Kaaba at times, has been a symbol of Bangladesh for over 50 years. Whether it is our memory from Bangladesh Television visuals or the political nature of the mosque itself, it always comes and stays in our minds as a national symbol, the national mosque
Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum has joined forces with the Danish toy brick-maker LEGO to create a build-your-own version of Vincent Van Gogh's "Sunflowers". Standing in front of Van Gogh's 1889 masterpiece, one of the series of sunflower paintings for which the painter is most renowned, museum curato
Body dysmorphic disorder is a mental health condition in which you can't stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in your appearance, a flaw that appears minor or can't be seen by others. But you may feel so embarrassed and anxious that you may avoid many social situations. When
Artificial turf fields, a platform for outdoor sports, have recently become a rapidly growing trend in Bangladesh, especially among youth and teenagers. These synthetic grass fields provide a structured and well-maintained alternative to conventional playgrounds, attracting sports enthusiasts of al
"Some days, after work, I feel too tired even to pick up my guitar," says Ridwan Salsabil, a banker who has been learning music for six months. "But when I do, I feel a sense of relief. It's like entering another world where my stress fades away." Ridwan finds it very difficult to learn a new thing
Cloaked in mist, the landscape in the predawn hour was haunting. I leaned against the train door and looked at rural houses, their shapes faintly discernible in thick darkness. Only the green light coming from the displays of digital electricity meters mounted on exterior walls of some houses contr
It’s a lazy Friday afternoon, and friends shop at the mall or market as they’ve had enough of their boredom. They know it’s not about shopping because their wallets aren’t ready for this hasty shopping decision. But still, they are off to malls or markets to wander through s
The city's nonstop traffic and hectic lifestyle can drain the energy of even the most determined workers. Hence, we all need a break once in a while to relax. Going on a trek could be a fantastic way to do so and feel at peace. Trekking is not always about reaching the top—it's about emb
Nepal has banned solo expeditions to all the mountains above 8,000 meters inside the country, including the world's tallest Mount Qomolangma, an official said on Wednesday. The government has made it mandatory for all climbers to be backed by a guide in the expeditions by amending the mountaineeri
In Mymensingh's quiet home, a young artist carefully shapes wet clay over a delicate framework. His fingers work with precision, molding a small yet intricate figure of a goddess. The details are striking-each ornament and facial expression is perfectly crafted. Despite his young age, Nirman Datta
“Keep the door closed. Muggers hop on the train when the door is open,” the man with a French beard sitting in the row behind me warned. At first, his warning sounded like a ridiculous attempt to scare adults by telling them spooky ghost stories meant for children. But even such
