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Is this the wildlife experience we want? Mirpur Zoo is failing its animals

#Perspective / Is this the wildlife experience we want? Mirpur Zoo is failing its animals

Daisy’s emaciated escape from Mirpur Zoo exposed severe neglect, highlighting chronic welfare failures, outdated facilities, weak enforcement, and growing outrage urging urgent reform to address systemic cruelty within Bangladesh’s captive wildlife system and ensure accountability.
7 December 2025, 09:03 AM
Do we care about animal cruelty? Bangladesh’s disturbing reality | The Daily Star

#Perspective / Do we care about animal cruelty? Bangladesh’s disturbing reality

A mother dog’s tragedy in Pabna highlights Bangladesh’s growing desensitisation to animal cruelty, weak law enforcement, and fleeting social media outrage. Experts link abuse to emotional dysfunction, poor accountability, and ignored welfare laws, revealing neglect.
4 December 2025, 09:39 AM
Tangia Zaman Methila Miss Universe 2025

How Methila made Bangladeshi tradition shine on the global stage

Miss Universe look celebrated Bangladeshi heritage through a Jamdani saree and armour-like traditional jewellery
19 November 2025, 14:23 PM
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#Perspective / Too many Facebook friends? Use World Unfriend Day to declutter

World Unfriend Day encourages people to declutter their digital lives by removing meaningless online connections. Born from Jimmy Kimmel’s humour, it now promotes healthier timelines, reduced social media stress, and more authentic, value-aligned digital relationships.
17 November 2025, 13:21 PM
Rethinking wellness wear: Faiza Ahmed’s conscious style walk

Rethinking wellness wear: Faiza Ahmed’s conscious style walk

At Flow Fest Dhaka 2025, designer Faiza Ahmed of Manas redefined wellness fashion with Conscious Style Walk, featuring minimalist, handwoven cotton garments from Panchagarh. Free from synthetics and branding, her designs champion comfort, authenticity, and mindful sustainability.
9 November 2025, 11:00 AM
The Flow Fest 2025: Redefining wellness with purpose

#Events / The Flow Fest 2025: Redefining wellness with purpose

Flow Fest Dhaka 2025 opened with yoga, crafts, and wellness talks at Shahabuddin Park. Highlights included Akiko’s open discussion on menopause, Deshi Fencers’ drive to popularise fencing, and Elite Dog Squad’s awareness demo on trained canine response.
9 November 2025, 10:47 AM
Meet the woman who’s shaping Bangladesh’s influencer economy

#Women Empowerment / Leading with Purpose: Turning Youth Creativity Into Real Opportunities

Breity Sabrin revolutionized Bangladesh's influencer marketing by founding "The Marvel – Be You" during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her platform, focused on authenticity and data-driven recognition, reshaped digital branding, offering creators guidance, fair compensation, and new monetisation opportunities.
6 November 2025, 10:49 AM
Sudeshna S Chowdhury: Leading Dhaka’s interior design revolution

#Decor / Sudeshna S Chowdhury: Leading Dhaka’s interior design revolution

Architect Sudeshna S Chowdhury, founder of STUDIO.O, is redefining interior design in Bangladesh with emotion-driven, sustainable, and balanced spaces. Her work blends functionality with feeling, transforming Dhaka’s restaurant and commercial interiors into meaningful, people-cantered environments.
2 November 2025, 08:51 AM
Quota reform resurgence: Stop violence against students

The price of protest: Mental health and trust at stake

The recent escalation of violence during the quota reform protests has not only raised serious concerns about law enforcement and student safety, but has also cast a long shadow over the mental health of the students involved.
18 July 2024, 11:19 AM
Stay calm and call: Essential ambulance numbers for medical emergencies

Stay calm and call: Essential ambulance numbers for medical emergencies

In times of medical emergencies, prompt access to ambulance services can mean the difference between life and death. Knowing the right numbers to call can ensure timely medical intervention.
18 July 2024, 09:03 AM
Sip your way to better health: The many benefits of chamomile tea

Sip your way to better health: The many benefits of chamomile tea

Whether you are winding down after a long day, seeking relief from a health ailment, or simply enjoying a moment of tranquillity chamomile tea stands out as a timeless and versatile herbal infusion. Here are some of the benefits of chamomile tea that experts frequently highlight.
15 July 2024, 10:22 AM
Architect by day, baker by passion: Arifa Malik Bristy on crafting delightful cookies

Architect by day, baker by passion: Arifa Malik Bristy on crafting delightful cookies

The worlds of architecture and baking are certainly quite different. Yet, both require precision and planning, which architect Arifa Malik Bristy – the CEO of architectural firm, Irenderer – has mastered.
14 July 2024, 10:38 AM
Niladri lake

Niladri lake: Swap your city blues for nature’s hues this monsoon

For those yearning to break free from the clutches of hectic urban life – especially this monsoon – Niladri Lake, also known as Shaheed Siraj Lake, offers a serene retreat. Tucked away in the lush landscape of Tekerghat village in Tahirpur Upazila in the Sunamganj district – Niladri Lake is a breathtaking natural reservoir that captures the vivid interplay of nature and tranquillity.
11 July 2024, 10:30 AM
Fashion across continents: Fusing traditions of Bangladesh and Senegal

Fashion across continents: Fusing traditions of Bangladesh and Senegal

Faiza Ahmed of Manas and Senegalese designer Hadja Sata Seck unite for a unique fashion collaboration. The project features lungi sarees and motifs resonating with both cultures, including ‘car rapide’ minibuses and hilsa fish.
1 July 2024, 06:08 AM
Thailand's new ‘Digital Nomad Visa’: Opportunities for remote workers and students

Thailand's new ‘Digital Nomad Visa’: Opportunities for remote workers and students

Thailand, a popular destination for tourists worldwide, is enhancing its appeal with the launch of a new digital nomad visa called Destination Thailand Visa (DTV). This visa allows remote workers to live and work in Thailand for up to a year — offering an ideal blend of work and cultural experiences.
1 July 2024, 06:00 AM
Turning leaves into livelihoods: The story of Mohammad Abdul and his haat pakhas

Turning leaves into livelihoods: The story of Mohammad Abdul and his haat pakhas

Hailing from Kushtia, Mohammad Abdul has been making and selling haat pakhas for more than two decades now. Like Abdul, many people used to earn their livelihoods by making such pakhas – a tradition declining with time.
30 June 2024, 07:19 AM
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Life with an urban monkey

Living in Dhaka, one rarely expects encounters with wildlife, especially monkeys. However, my home at Shahjadpur, beside an enormous mango tree, became the stage for a rather unusual drama involving a lone monkey!
23 June 2024, 18:00 PM
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The story of Mohammad Abdul and his haat pakhas

In the sweltering heat – clad in ragged clothes was Mohammad Abdul.
20 June 2024, 08:07 AM
Arka Fashion Week 2024

Arka Fashion Week 2024 celebrates culture and creativity

Goal at ARKA Fashion Week is to open up the fashion industry to a wider audience
20 June 2024, 07:26 AM
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Choose deshi, be deshi

This Eid, let's celebrate Bangladesh’s rich heritage by choosing deshi fabrics and supporting local designers.
11 June 2024, 07:42 AM
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Healthy and effective food preservation in the refrigerator

The first step to effective refrigeration is understanding your fridge’s layout and temperature zones. Different sections have different climates, each suitable for various types of food. For example, upper shelves maintain more consistent temperatures and are ideal for drinks, ready-to-eat foods, and herbs.
9 June 2024, 18:18 PM
Afsana Ferdousi in a saree

Afsana Begum on conquering the world of extreme sports in saree

Saree is hardly the apparel of choice for snowboarding and skydiving. Afsana Begum, proves otherwise
9 June 2024, 08:18 AM
Fire Spinning

Be dazzled by the fiery shows of Dragon House – Dhaka!

Dragon House – Dhaka, founded by Shadman Faiyaz, has been “playing with fire” since 2022
6 June 2024, 08:57 AM
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Building Green Saving Green

Eco-friendly structures often incorporate natural elements into their design. Features like green roofs, vertical gardens, and landscaped terraces not only enhance aesthetics but also help reduce heat absorption, lowering the need for air conditioning.
4 June 2024, 18:00 PM
Plus Size Womens Clothing

Looking for plus-size clothing for women? There's solution at Zaria's  

Zaria’s, focuses on plus-size women's wear, addressing a long-overlooked segment of the market. 
2 June 2024, 05:29 AM
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Quick cash Taptap Send speeds up global remittances

Picture a Bangladeshi expatriate living in New York City, diligently saving a portion of his income every month to provide for his family back in Dhaka.
29 May 2024, 18:00 PM
Menstrual woes: PMDD and its symptoms, causes, and treatment

Menstrual woes: PMDD and its symptoms, causes, and treatment

PMDD is a clinical disorder, yet, it remains shrouded in misunderstanding and misdiagnosis. To accurately understand and manage PMDD, we talked to renowned psychiatrist Professor Dr Anwara Syed Haq MBBS, FCPS, MRCPsych (London), who offered her valuable insights into the causes, symptoms, and effective coping strategies.
28 May 2024, 09:21 AM
Rising from Rajshahi: Utshob Ahmed’s journey to boxing glory

Rising from Rajshahi: Utshob Ahmed’s journey to boxing glory

In an exclusive interview with Star Lifestyle, Utshob Ahmed shares insights into his journey, the challenges he faced and his aspirations for the future.
27 May 2024, 06:09 AM

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