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Surviving Dhaka’s summer: A guide to keeping you cool
Summer in Dhaka is not merely a “mean” sun; it can be characterised as part of a survival game. With the mercury at times rising to 43 degrees Celsius, the sun often appears to have taken our dear city for a giant tandoori oven. As an experienced veteran of Dhaka's ruthless summers, one can give you some cheeky yet highly effective advice for keeping your cool when the city decides to turn up the heat.
Beat the heatwave: Tips and tricks to stay safe in hot weather
From preventing dehydration to sun protection, here are a couple of ways you and your loved ones can stay safe and happy and beat the annoying heatwave!
Safety first! Swimming pool safety tips everyone should know
Just before you hop into the pool, have you checked if everything is safe or not? To most people, swimming pool safety precautions are an annoyance and a hassle to deal with; just get to the fun instead, right? But even things as jovial as a refreshing pool party can turn fatal if you are not careful.
Transforming digital friendships into real ones
Amidst the sea of likes, comments and fleeting interaction, there lies the possibility of finding people who have the potential to be crucial parts of your life.
Criticism or harassment? How to know the difference
Since most of the communication and interactions happen behind keyboards and screens, its often very easy to blur the lines between constructive criticism and harassment.
The thrill of thrift shopping
Thrift shopping — the latest buzzword in fashion — is not just about saving money or scoring a bargain; it’s about the eagerness to find a very lucrative fashion item.
Navigating Dhaka's Eid shopping scene on a budget
By now, many have already spent a good chunk of their time shopping for friends and families. After all, can you put a price on the smile of your loved ones after gifting them their Eid dress?
Brand yourself boldly: The digital blueprint for personal success
Self-branding has been a part of the marketing ecosphere for a long time now, but with the advent of the digital era, priorities have shifted and a digital presence is of utmost necessity nowadays. With more recruiters and employers turning to online platforms to vet candidates, digital branding has been more than just a buzzword in a conversation.
5 strategies for work-life balance in the gig economy
Every other person seems to be doing something productive, utilising their spare time to pursue something more than their daily job or learning a new skill, anything to keep the mind busy. But accumulating so many activities in your day-to-day life can cause a burnout quite fast and it might have significant impact on yourself and others around you as well.
Money saving tips you can use this Ramadan
Navigating these precarious financial waters may seem daunting, yet with careful expenditure and thoughtful strategies, even saving during this holy month is totally doable. With that said, here are some practical ways on how you can potentially save during this Ramadan.
Planning to quit smoking this Ramadan? Let us help you with 7 basic tips
The holy month is here, marked by fasting, prayer, reflection, and self-discipline. While observing self-restraint, one can align with the spiritual goals of the time and combine to nurture good health practices. Nicotine addiction is both physical and psychological and while quitting smoking can be tough, with the right habits and strategies you can give up smoking for good.
Embrace the essence of Ramadan: Making Taraweeh a success
The month of Ramadan is sacred and the Taraweeh (also spelled Tarabi) prayer is particularly blessed. While it can also be read at home, many Muslims make it a point to visit the mosque and offer the prayers in congregation.
Excelling at work during Ramadan: 9 Simple steps that can help
This guide delves into practical tips and proven techniques to maintain productivity at work while maintaining the spirituality of the blessed month of Ramadan.
Pro tips for better dishwashing during Ramadan
After a day of fasting, fatigue often sets in, and the task of washing dishes can feel burdensome, particularly following a satisfying iftar. The dishwashing exercise can easily spiral out of control during iftar parties as you cater for a large number of guests.
Knowing your social media etiquettes
Understanding the unwritten standards of social media etiquette has become an essential need in the ever-connected world that is the internet, where virtual interactions have become a fundamental part of our everyday lives.
Embrace your professional jealousy: Turning envy into motivation
Jealousy is an emotion that none of us are immune to. Professional jealousy is something that everyone will feel, probably at multiple times during their careers. When you get to know that your friends are advancing in their careers and achieving milestones that you wanted to achieve for a while now, it’s only human to feel a tad bit of jealousy in that situation.
Reconnect with life: The importance of digital detox
As crucial as our devices are for us to get by, it is equally crucial to spend time away from them and focus on ourselves and people around us.
Timing is everything: Knowing when to pursue further education
The choice to continue your education is a crucial one in the dynamic world of professional advancement and personal growth. Investing money into one's education can pay off greatly in both personal and professional life.
