Avenue T Volume 2 Issue 5

AvenueT Dhaka Tribune | Saturday, May 24, 2014 | Volume 2, Issue 4

Summer Splash Rose water for your face

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Contents

AvenueT inside...

Editor

Zafar Sobhan

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Editor’s note 9

Mistubishi Pajero Sport

Summer ills and how to beat em

Magazine Editor

Sabrina Fatma Ahmad

Asst. Magazine Editor

Mahmood Hossain

Avenue T team

Khan N Moushumi N Anita Amreen Sabah Rahman Tausif Sanzum Sabiha Akond Rupa

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Summer musthaves

Summer destinations

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Contributors

Tahsin Momin Agony Aunt Adila Hoque Saud Anam Dr SN Shampa

Photography

Syed Latif Hossain Sabiha Akond Rupa

Graphics

Alamgir Hossain Md Mahbub Alam

Colour specialist

Shekhar Mondal Kazi Syras Al Mahmood

Production

Masum Billah

2 Tuned Cannes Red Carpet

10 TrIAL Room Quick fixes

Homemade atomiser 4 Tech Track time with Toggl 5 Tires Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 6 Tell Scarred for life 8 Tucked In Wall photos 9 Take Care Summer ills

12 Trending Hotter day, hotter you

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Dear Readers, Come summer, and as the heat of the sun forces us out of the refuge of layers, insecurities over body image come creeping up.

Avenue T has always been committed to promoting selfconfidence and beauty. This is why we combine models and everyday people on our cover to celebrate the different shapes, sizes and colours of beauty.

At the same time there is no shame in choosing to address your issues and achieve your best self. That is why this week, we discuss surgical interventions for body image issues.

Because your body is your temple, and you get to choose how you want to maintain it.

Sabrina Fatma Ahmad Editor, Avenue T

13 Tailored Summer manes 14 Tempt Summer must-haves 15 Ticket Wishlist 16 TANTALISE Ice Pops 18 TRAVELOGUE Summer vacays

Advertising

Shahidan Khurshed

Circulation

Wahid Murad

Contact us

avenuet@dhakatribune.com www.dhakatribune.com

This week We’re making a splash this summer, and painting the town red. Start the celebrations with the best version of you.

Check out our trial room for the scoop

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Extreme Makeovers

Photographer: Zia Uddin Assistant photographer: Razim Ahmed & Jacky Model: Fatima Zohra Etisha Makeup Artist: Tarek Studio: Studio Photolounge

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2 | Tuned in Celeb buzz

event

Best looks from

Cannes 2014 Prem O Prokriti

EMK Center paid tribute to Rabindranath Tagore by hosting a dance recital, Prem O Prokriti by Bhabna on May 8. The performance depicted the relationship between nature and earth which represents love and union.

Photos: Tanzeela Abdullah

Blake Lively in Gucci Premiere

Sonam Kapoor in Elie Saab Couture

in Dhaka

May 30

“Burger & Biriyani Fest 2014” by Dhaka Foodies Venue: Emmanuelle’s Banquet Hall, Gulshan, Dhaka

Nicole Kidman in Armani Prive

Cate Blanchett in Valentino

this week

May 31

Fashion & Lifestyle Exhibition 2014 Venue: Steak House, Road 53, House 8, Gulshan 2, Dhaka Location: House 5, Road 16 (new) 27 (old) , 9th Floor, Midas Center, Dhanmondi

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Try Out |

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diy

Fresh face forward | Sabah Rahman Chilled rose water spritzed on your face after a long hot day is a great way to combat any redness or sensitivity from the heat and just straight up refreshing. Make your own rose water instead of purchasing the bottled version to keep things as pure as possible

You’ll need

• Roses (make sure they aren’t loaded with pesticides) • Drinking water • A large pot

Steps

1. Remove the petals and discard the bulbs.

2. Rinse petals under water, gently massaging them.

3. Place petals in the pot and fill with drinking water until about an inch over the petals.

4. Place the pot over a stove. Do not bring to a boil. Simmer instead over a low flame and cover the pot with a glass lid.

5. Turn the stove off when the rose petals lose their colour.

6. Let it cool for a while.

7. Once cool, strain the liquid into a spray bottle.

Store in the fridge and use whenever desired.

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4 | Tech troubleshooting | Mahmood Hossain

gadgets

Flight816 | Mahmood Hossain The new HTC phone leads the mid-range market

You can be a fan of the Galaxy or a complete hater of it, but you cannot deny its impressive new features.

More to play with means more consumption of battery life. Here are a few ways to save even more power to an already impressive battery for you Galaxy S5 owners.

• Power-saving mode is pretty much the same on every other Android phone. In fact, it is standard nowadays. You will find this option in your S5 settings.

Placing the phone in this mode will not only enhance your battery life, but will also keep the entire phone’s performance slightly intact. In other words, it won’t have too much impact on the phone’s processing power.

• Samsung introduces the ultrapower-saving mode. It’s a ridiculous way of keeping your phone going for, get this, 12.5 days when it starts fully charged.

Of course, you won’t do that because there is a downside to this. Enabling this mode will drastically take the performance down. Your display will go down to grayscale and you’ll only have access to a select few apps. But it is good to use it when your battery is at 10%; the company claims it can go 24 hours at that point.

• Accessing location settings can also help battery life by changing its mode to power saving, rather than choosing the other two options: High accuracy and GPS only. Make sure to switch off location reporting and history as well.

• Finally, you have your brightness level. This may be a given but most aren’t aware how certain settings affect battery life, like keeping it on Auto Mode.

While it may be convenient for this feature to automatically adjust brightness based on the environment you’re in, it still drains your battery. By adjusting the brightness level just under halfway works best.

Share your troubleshooting problems, write to us at avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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It’s larger than most, at 5.5-inch, the HTC Desire 816 arrives in the similar form of the new HTC One. However, don’t expect it to be in the same build. It is a mid-range phone after all. But don’t let that deter you from trying this out.

Design It’s a plastic uni-body design, which makes it a solid build with a glossy back, and a fine matte finish for the sides. For something mid-range, it has a very premium look and feel to it. For its size, it’s still very thin at 7.99mm.

They’ve hid the dual sim slots and the MicroSD slot on the top corner quite

well; it’s very Xperia-esque. You’ll be glad to know they’ve added the BoomSound speakers to this model as well. And there is no compromise in sound, they have taken their sound quality very seriously.

Performance The 5.5-inch display (1280x720 resolution) is quite decent for its range. The viewing angles are good and produce deeper blacks. Not too much to complain about, really.

It’s an overall pleasant experience when it comes to playing media and games. The Snapdragon 400 1.6GHz processor, with Adreno 305 and

8GB internal storage, isn’t going to move mountains but with the latest version of Andorid KitKat, the specs won’t take too much of a hit. Lower specs requirements for KitKat make the use of the phone easier. Then, there’s the 13-megapixel rear camera and the 5-megapixel front camera. It may not be the Sense6 camera, but it’s not a bad thing. It’s quick enough with plenty of options. Finally, the 2600mAh battery (same size as the HTC One M8) can take you a little over 24 hours before you have to plug it back in for a charge.

You can purchase the phone for approximately Tk28,900 from stores like Gadget & Gear.

apps

Toggl A time tracking app

| Naveed Choudhury Multitasking made easier I was not aware that there was a hole in my heart for a time tracking app in the shape of Toggl, but apparently there was, and now it has been filled. If you’re working on multiple projects and would like to allocate how much time you’d like to spend on each, Toggl is a great tool to achieve this with. The main selling point is the simple and easy to use interface: just type in whatever activity you’re working on and away it goes. If you like to plan things out beforehand, this app comes highly recommended.

The app uses your email address

and a password to sign up (none of that Facebook nonsense) and keep your tracking records. The beauty of this is that while you may be out logging some project you work on at the office, you have access to the same data from your computer Toggl app. If you have an assignment or a write-up that you feel requires about five hours of work, this is a good way to make sure you’re not slacking or spending too much on particular tasks.

Of course, there are caveats to this

neat package.

The mobile reports don’t quite work yet, although the desktop ones are a neat little feature. The tracking features on the desktop app are very similar to the mobile ones, and one can’t help but feel that the extra screen realestate could have been better used.

All things considered, a recommended app for the multitasker, or for project managers.

If you’re neither of these, still give it a try – the basic version is free!

Tires | wheels

2014 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport A robust, rugged but comfortable SUV without the Range Rover price tag and that too, assembled in Bangladesh

| Tahsin Momin

The strong and bold exterior of the 2014 Pajero Sport makes it a distinct possession. Compared to other big cars like the Toyota Land Cruiser or the Nissan Patrol, the Pajero seems to radiate more masculinity and power. Designed to “perform best through nature’s toughest terrains,” the Pajero Sport features a revised front grille, bumper and tail lights, redesigned 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear licence plate garnish, as well as body colour door handles and electric rear view mirrors.

Interior

The model further benefits from plenty of interior space, featuring seven seats and luggage space of 1149 litres, with the third row of seats folded flat. The seats are covered in black leather, while the steering wheel is also leather lined and incorporates multifunction switches, including cruise control, Bluetooth control and audio control. The comfort, the luxury and richness are without a doubt abound in this car. The front dashboard nicely blends together the driver instrument panel and the centre stack into a single piece with vivid knobs and gauges that make the entire system give a singular feel.

Performance

Under the hood, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is even more impressive. It comes in two engine variants; the 3.2-litre turbocharged inter-cooled diesel engine and a 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine that hums the vehicle on and off the road, both producing 163HP and 187HP respectively. Models using the five-speed automatic transmission have a torque figure of 350N.m at 1800rpm. The diesel engine uses a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) that works to optimise the turbine flow rate in order to achieve high torque at low speeds and maximise power at high speeds.

Available at : Mitsubishi Motors, Rangs Limited.

Address: 215, Tejgaon Industrial Area Bir Uttam Mir Showkat Sarak, Dhaka-1208, Bangladesh Contact: 01713005862

Safety

With six airbags and a full complement of safety systems, the Pajero receives a full five star rating for crash safety. It gets active stability control (ASC), active traction control (ATC) and multi-mode anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD). Reverse parking sensors are also standard on the base models.

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport in Bangladesh is a very much preferred choice of many people around the country. Be it the vast hill-tracks of Rangamati or the over-packed roads of Dhaka or the charms of Sylhet and Chittagong, 2014 Pajero Sport is the ultimate choice.

AUTO CORRECT

What happens when the electrical fault light comes on?

This warning light is different in every car but normally it looks like a picture of a battery. You’ll see it come on and go off when you start your engine as part of the car’s self-test, but if this light comes on and stays on, it means the electrical charging system is no longer working properly.

Every car has an alternator (the charger) and a 12v battery used

ROAD RAGE

Braving hell’s kitchen | N Anita Amreen

The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a symbol of class, status and choice.

It is made for those who love the warm feeling of power and control without ever having to use them, because 2014 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport itself is like that. It is a bold car with an impressive design and a stylish appearance on the inside and out, that marks its clear presence on the road. With a rugged feel and a powerful engine inside, it performs even better off the road.

Exterior

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to supply power to the electrical system. If the alternator becomes faulty or its drive belt snaps, then it will not be able to do its job. The longer you drive, the more your car will use up the remaining juice in the battery and eventually the engine will die. This almost always requires a new or refurbished alternator.

Steaming, blistering hot plastic matched with caged rods that imprison you to its dark depths.

Add to that a suffocating, almost stifling heat that embraces you with a kiss of death. And there you have it – you have succesfully seated yourself in hell’s own little oven – a CNG run autorickshaw, or more lovingly known as the “Dojoker baksho.”

First they zoomed into our lives in the form of the innocent “baby taxis,” weak, puny and frail. Then, they were upgraded to the “mishuk,”open and inviting, the coquette of taxis.

Finally in comes the mother of all autorickshaws, the “CNG.” Believed to have the added protection of a mini cage, it is the supposedly safer mode of transport.

With the recent incline in muggings and the mysterious group of Matrix thieves (the ones who cut open CNG roofs and snatch phones before you can even say “snatch”), it’s necessary to have a good safety game plan in place when travelling in CNGs. Read on to find out the go-to guide to surviving the burning ordeal of hell’s kitchen: • When haggling for lower rates with a CNG driver, always remember that there is reason for concern if your driver is giving you an unbelievably low rate.

• Before entering a CNG, keep your cell-phone in your purse.

• Always choose a CNG that has the gate lock to your side rather than the driver’s side.

• Note down the CNG’s license plate number before you enter and text it to a friend.

• Once seated, check out the CNG’s interior to make sure the roof isn’t cut or slit in any place.

• When stuck in traffic, never take out your phone. Even if you do, hold onto it tightly and be alert of your surroundings • To survive the heat of CNGs, carry a water bottle and a napkin with you.

• Never keep your bag/water bottle on the secton behind your seat • If you ever feel uncomfortable or suspicious about where your driver is taking you, tell him to stop immediately.

Got a peeve to share about the state of the city’s roads and traffic? Sends it to us at avenuet@dhakatribune.com, or post it on our Facebook wall.

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6 | Tell issues

Scarred for life

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When I was six years old I was molested for three years by my family’s “trusted” driver who grew up in our house. He would come to pick me up from school and on the way he would molest me. The first year I didn’t understand what was happening but I was very, very afraid. After three years I told my mother and she sympathised with me. My father has a fiery temper and is known for losing it for the slightest reasons. My mother decided not to tell him firstly because she didn’t want to bring disrespect to the family name.

Secondly she didn’t tell him because she knew my father would take drastic measures. For 10 years I lived in a house with the same man who molested me, under my mother’s protection. I left for boarding school and my undergrad degree, but now that I am back I see that he still works for my family. I can no longer take this. I need to tell my father but my mom won’t let me. What do I do?

It is so sad that you had to live through this all by yourself. Your mother, though she had “good intentions” made a real mistake.

For the sake of what society would think she did not protect you. Your mother put her fears of the curse prevailing in many societies “What will people think,” and left you on your own to manage such violence. Ask your mother to find a pretext and sack the driver. Give exactly three days to do so, and no more. Tell her you will tell your father if she does not take action.

Tell her you really mean it. I think your mother fears your father will be violent, we need to keep this in consideration by making sure the driver is out of the way.

Our Agony Aunt is a life coach and a relationship coach as well as a corporate and organisational consultant. AA lives and works in Bangladesh but travels extensively around the world to attend seminars and see her clients

Aries (MAR 21-APR 19) This week you’re likely to feel utterly tense. Try your best to avoid large gatherings and close friends at all costs; maybe isolate yourself for a couple of days to get your head straight.

Taurus (Apr 20-May 20) You’ve been holding back a lot of hard feelings against someone you deeply care about, and it will most likely come out this week. This might lead to endless hours of argument and cause nothing but pain and regret.

Gemini (May 21-Jun 20) This week will start off on a high note, and then go completely downhill. You’re looking at a lot of disappointment this week – the ones that might eventually lead to bitter resentment towards those around you.

Horos

Cancer (Jun 21-Jul 22) Feelings will be intense this time of the year. It does not mean you will doubt them. Try not to overreact.

Notice the thin line between passion and obsession for it might help you in certain situations this week.

Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22) You’ll meet some very inspiring people this week. Try and make the most of it; they might teach you things that’ll help you through life.

Also, you’ll be feeling quite irritable at times; don’t make spur-of-themoment decisions.

Virgo (Aug 23-Sep 22) Opportunities will arrive at your doorstep this week. Step out of your comfort zone and put your best foot forward. However, you might have

letters to Mars

Severed ties

Q A A

My fiance of six years broke up with me a year ago for reasons unknown. We were engaged for four years straight but she never really wanted to tie the knot. Oddly enough, she was very comfortable just being engaged. She broke it off saying she was fed up of my mistakes (not paying her attention, being too social, drinking). Now, even though we don’t talk at all, she sends group hate mails to both me and my friends in an effort to defame me. I want to talk to her parents about this because she really is taking it too far and my silence only instigates it further. How do I make her just shut it once and for all?

I think silence will eventually win. I do not think talking to her parents will really work. How will they stop her? If she insults you and your friends, know that she is not the sort of a person either you or your friends want to have any kind of a relationship with. I know that in this society people often make decisions based on “What will people say?” but you know people will always say what “they” want to say, independently of the truth. If anyone takes notice of what this lady writes, they are not worth of your company. Amen!

Our Agony Aunt is a life coach and a relationship coach as well as a corporate and organisational consultant. AA lives and works in Bangladesh but travels extensively around the world to attend seminars and see her clients

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Write us your problems and send them to avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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Tell | an emotional breakdown mid-week.

Postpone any decision-making work to a later date.

Libra (Sep 23-Oct 22) Your self-esteem and confidence will help you make useful decisions this week. This might also allow people around you to have more confidence in you than you felt about yourself.

Don’t let that make you feel pressurised.

Scorpio (Oct 23-Nov 21) You’ll be spending a lot of time asking yourself some deep questions regarding life and God’s plans for you.

You need a perfect balance in your life.

Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21) It’s a good week to meet new people.

They’ll be important people who might have a profound influence on your future. You won’t regret these new encounters.

scope

Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19) You’ve made solid decisions not to let anything bring you down, but it probably won’t work out very well for you. Don’t harbour these negative emotions. Get rid of them as soon as you can.

Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 19) You prefer to be left alone. You think you can handle it all on your own.

However, as things get difficult, it is perfectly okay for you to sit with someone close and let them help you.

Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20) This week brings a chance of making new happy memories for you. You’ll feel more positive than ever, and all your decisions will be spot-on.

Don’t be afraid of doing anything spontaneous this week.

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tease

Sleep your way to a better relationship | Sabrina Fatma Ahmad

14% of American couples sleep separately, or so says the National Sleep Association. An independent study conducted by Ryerson University, Toronto; the numbers in their country may be as high as 30-40%.

One can’t help but think that, were it not for social pressures and the idea of “what will people think,” numbers would be as high, if not higher in Bangladesh.

If we’re not talking about making the beast with two backs, finding the ideal sleeping partner is harder than one might think. Sure, you can find a partner that shares the same interests as you. It’s much more difficult to find someone whose breathing patterns or movements won’t keep you up, who won’t hog the bed or blankets, and likes the room at the same temperature and the bed at the same amount of firmness as you do. That’s quite a tall order.

Since it’s pretty difficult to keep a relationship running smoothly when you’re sleep-deprived, here are a few ways in which to reduce the bedroom battles.

Pillow Talk – If your partner is a sleep ninja and tends to thrash around while dreaming, investing in a pillow barrier between the two of you might reduce your chances of injury. Also, different people have different needs when it

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comes to pillows. Instead of getting uniform pillows, test them beforehand to find the perfect level of softness for you, and make sure you replace them before they go all flat.

Hot and cold – He likes it Arctic cold, she likes the heat of Mordor. How shall the twain ever manage to sleep well? The answer lies in blankets.

Extra blankets for the one that feels the most cold. In another scenario, we have the blanket hogger. Instead of spending the whole night playing tugof-war, invest in separate blankies, and everything is roses.

Shh – Teeth grinding, snoring, sleep talking are just some ways in which one can be a noisy sleeper. This is particularly hard if the partner is a light sleeper. While there’s no 100% solution, mouth guards for the noisemaker and earplugs for the other are a great investment.

letters to Venus

Repetitive rage Q A

One thing I really hate about my husband is his habit of constantly finding fault, or looking for negativity in our relationship. One complain he cannot get over is the fact that he thinks I “talk too much.” Whether I’m sharing pleasantries with a colleague or just talking to my husband’s friends, any conversation is considered as “too much talking.” I am just the type of person who enjoys talking to people – I am GENUINELY interested in people. He keeps saying I am overly friendly and talk more than necessary. This really irritates me to limitless end! How do I deal with this?

Have you ever sat him down and asked what exactly about these conversations bother him? Perhaps he has a few hidden insecurities. Since it is quite evident that he is not okay with this sort of behaviour, calmly sit him down and lovingly ask him what exactly about it that bothers him.

When addressing this issue make sure none of you take an accusatory tone. Rather, it’s best to approach the situation with an open mind, and only talk in terms of feelings. That way you will both get to understand each other’s viewpoints without getting on each other’s nerves.

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8 | Tucked in digs & finds

Tweeting Candles

decor

Add life to your wall - I | Sabiha Akond Rupa

Jatra @

i Banan branch

Bedroom wall

Have you ever tried to change the decor of your bedroom, especially of its walls? People often change other features of a house and ignore such things. Most of the time, they just leave the bedroom walls untouched after painting them. However, with just a few simple steps, you can redesign your bedroom. Photographs –

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yes photographs; it’s a beautiful way of adding a personal touch to your home.

Browse through your old photos and the new ones; those photos tell a thousand words. And what better way to revamp your bedroom décor than having pictures of your loved ones adorning your bedroom walls? Here are a few tips for using photographs to redecorate your sleeping chamber.

Oversized photos

You can have a photo blown up and printed on a durable and dramatic canvas. If you have an accent wall painted in a bright colour, then this type of wall hanging is ideal for your bedroom. You can select one of your best wedding photos, a big family photo taken during an event or a baby photo of your child. You can also hang this oversized canvas as your bedroom headboard or on the wall behind your bed.

Eclectic shelf grouping

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The perfect way to decorate your bedroom with photos is to create a grouping of framed pictures. You can hang a few wall-mounted shelves here and there, and use them to accommodate framed photographs.

Find photo frames in different sizes, shapes and colours. Alternatively, you can also use your bedside table or the top of your dresser to make room for some of these frames. You need to remember to put the biggest frame at the back of the shelf or the table and the rest of the smaller ones in the front.

Collage with black and white

There are always some oversaturated, under exposed, blurry, but interesting photos, which you can turn into black and white or just make them timeless pieces of art by cropping the image or zooming in or removing the colours. When your photos are ready, you can simply get them framed and make a wall collage using them. Black and white photos add that vintage oomph to your décor, so let your creative juices flow as you experiment with these new décor ideas for your bedroom.

Take care | health

Beat the heat

related illnesses!

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Consultation

Health care myths - II Age old health myths busted

| Sabiha Akond Rupa Three heat-related illnesses that need immediate measures to combat

Dehydration is a physical condition

caused when your body losses an excessive amount of water which may lead to serious damages to your health. Sometimes it may even lead to death. There are many reasons for dehydration such as fever, diarrhoea, heat exposure, diabetics, too much exercising, etc.

Symptoms:

Dehydration is noticeable when your body losses 2% water. Apparent symptoms include: • A dry mouth • A swollen tongue • An increased thrust • Dizziness • Fainting • Decreased urine output • Palpitation (the feeling of the heart pounding or racing) • Inability to sweat • Headache • Decreased blood pressure

well as if you wear more layers of clothing in summer.

Symptoms:

Children, elderly and obese people may have a high risk of experiencing a heat stroke in summer.

• Headache, dizziness, fainting • Weakness, nausea and vomiting

develop when the sweat glands are blocked, which often leads to discomfort and itching. It is most common in babies, but in hot weather it may affect adults as well.

Symptoms:

• Small, itchy red bumps on skin • Rashes on different body parts such as the back, abdomen, neck, shoulders, upper chest, groin or armpits • The affected areas can get irritated by wearing thick cloths, scratching

Dehydration happens when your body losses more water than it can absorb. So drink more water during the hot weather and do not forget to exercise.

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person’s body temperature becomes greater than 40 degree Celsius or 105 degree Fahrenheit caused by heat exposure. It is not a fever but it can damage one’s brain and other internal organs. It is usually caused by alcohol consumption, dehydration, heart disease, humidity, excessive exercising, sweat gland problems, as

Myth: There is more nutrition in

a half boiled egg than a fully boiled egg.

Fact: This is a common and very grave misconception. Half boiled eggs are extremely harmful since they are more prone to cultivating live bacteria. When choosing to consume eggs, it’s always a better option to fully boil your egg rather than have a half boiled one.

Myth: It’s harmful to have any sour food or milk after an operation.

Fact: This is completely a myth.

In fact, the opposite is true – after an operation it is necessary to consume more milk, fish and protein to accelarate healing.

Furthermore, having sour food such as lemon and tamarind is also advisable.

Prevention:

Heat stroke happens when a

Myth: Ripe bananas have more iron than unripened bananas.

Fact: To a great extent, ripe bananas are NOT even a source of iron at all. There is only 0.36milligram of iron in 100gram ripe bananas. On the contrary, an unripened banana is an excellent source of iron. There is 6.27milligram iron in 100gram unripened bananas.

• Body temperature rising above 40 degree Celsius or 105 degree Fahrenheit Irrational behaviour Extreme confusion Dry, hot and red skin Rapid, shallow breathing Rapid, weak pulse Unconsciousness

Prevention: Always wear loose-

fitted and lightweight clothing during hot weather. Rest frequently and seek shade whenever possible. Try to avoid exercising or any physical activity during hot weather and drink plenty of water and fluids all day long.

Heat rash is usually found on body areas covered by clothing and can

and sometimes a skin infection may develop

Prevention: The

best way to prevent heat rashes it to avoid situations that can lead to excessive sweating such as hot weather or humid environments, physical exercises, etc. In hot weather, always have your fan or the A/C turned on, take cold showers and baths regularly. To keep your body cool, wear lightweight and loose-fitting cotton cloths.

Myth: You must quit rice to lose weight.

Fact: To lose weight you don’t necessarily HAVE to quit rice. By controlling your calorie intake and sticking to lower calorie foods are a far better option. Rice is not high in calories: 1 cup of rice contains 120 calories, whereas 1 slice of pizza contains 600 calories.

Dr S N Shampa is a consultant nutritionist at Samorita Hospital, Panthapath Send in your health queries to avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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10 | Trial room

Don’t like it? Fix | Khan N Moushumi

According to a recent study, only four percent of women globally consider themselves beautiful Once upon a time, there lived a twenty-something lass who would lock herself up in her bedroom all day, bingeing on a slice of banana cream pie or something obnoxiously fattening, and occasionally giving her virtual pal Barbara a liposuction on the recently launched Barbie Plastic Surgery App on her phone. Spending endless hours hopelessly gawking at the selfies her skinny classmates/stalkees would tweet or post on Instagram, she would wait for her fairy godmother to bust in one day and cast a spell on her that would make her lose those extra pounds and freckles.

Whether you have confidence issues or blame the media and advertising for setting an unrealistic standard of beauty that’s almost unattainable, negative body image leads to a number of unhealthy responses including eating disorders, substance abuse or limited social interactions.

And all of this spikes in summer, when you don’t have the luxury of hiding your flaws under layers. Now, you could be sitting there feeling bad about the way you look, or you could be doing something about it. We’re here to discuss options. Recently, Avenue T got in touch with Dr Jahanara Ferdous, chief consultant, Aesthetic Dermatology, Anti-aging & Obesity Management from Laser Medical Center (LMC).

Hair today, gone tomorrow If you’re trying to deal with unwanted body hair, you have plenty of options – shaving, waxing, hair removal creams and so on. But aside from side effects like razor burn, reactions and in-growths, the repetitive nature of these options might make it more time-consuming, costly and tiresome on a long term basis. Dr Jahanara discusses a more permanent solution.

Treatment:

Laser Hair Removal: A nonsurgical procedure that removes body and facial hair. Depending on the density and thickness of the patient’s hair, the number of sessions for this treatment is prescribed.

Costs: Tk2,000-Tk7,500 Short-term/long-term side effects: None, however those with sensitive skin may experience a mild tingling sensation during the treatment which shortly subsides Downtime: None

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Flawless execution

Keeping off that extra p

Celebrities like Lorde, and movements like the no-makeup selfies are trying to get people to be comfortable in their own skin, blemishes and all, but it’s still decades before the average person, man or woman feels completely comfortable with skin blemishes. As well as cosmetic concerns, these are issues of skin health, and while one can spend a lot of time and money on home remedies, salons and even medication, it is worthwhile to consider other options.

For skin scars, the medical centre has a varied number of customised services.

The global obsession with leanness spikes to new heights during this time of the year. But there’s no denying that obesity, not only makes a person look unattractive, but also leads to greater health risks. Dr Jahanara says, “Obesity is one of the main causes for premature ageing. Obese people look older than they actually are. It also affects their fertility resulting in hormonal imbalances.”

Treatments:

Fractional Laser: Fractional Laser, a minimally invasive treatment is used to treat acne scars, dark circles and to improve the overall skin tone and texture.

Cost: Tk12,000 per session Short-term/long-term side effects: No long-term side effects. Shortterm side effects may include swelling, redness and flaking in the treated area for three to five days Downtime: 3-5 days PRP: Fractional Laser treatment is usually teamed with other minimally invasive treatments such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy which involves drawing the patient’s own blood and extracting plasma from it which is injected back into the affected area to improve skin tone, texture, dark circles, etc.

Cost: Tk45,000-Tk75,000.

Short-term/long-term side effects: No long-term side effects. Shortterm side effects may include swelling and redness that last for a few hours.

Downtime: 12-24 hours

Treatments:

BICOM Therapy: LMC offers BICOM Therapy, a nonsurgical treatment that aids in controlling the hormonal imbalances and appetite, reducing sweet and other cravings, without using drugs or the patient feeling lethargic.

Cost: Tk30,000 Short-term/long-term side effects: None, all treatments provided by LMC are safe and FDA approved

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pudge Downtime: None Ultra Contour: Aka Ultrasonic Lipolysis, another non-surgical procedure that requires no anesthesia, injections, cuts or stitches. It disposes unwanted body fat from abdomen, thighs, hips, etc. using ultrasound waves through a transducer.

Cost: Tk62,500-Tk150,000 Short-term/long-term side effects: None Downtime: None Smart Lipo: Smart Lipo or Laser Lipolysis, a surgical, laser assisted liposuction targets specific areas of the body to break down the fat cell membranes.

Cost: Tk40,000-Tk70,000 Short-term/long-term side effects: None Downtime: 5-7 days

Acknowledging that body image issues can be frustrating, punishing or even traumatising for some, Dr Jahanara adds, “Our image on the mirror is a mere reflection of our internal health. The healthier we are on the inside, the more beautiful that reflection will be.�

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12 | Trending Style Sessions | Sabrina Fatma Ahmad

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I have a bunch of parties coming up, and usually my go-to is a sexy LBD which I accessorise in different ways, but it’s way too hot for black. How do I find a substitute that will give me the same kind of mileage?

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If you’re open to experimenting, you can accessorise just about any solid colour the way you would black. Our favourite, weather-friendly hue for this heat wave is white, though.

It works just as well in the daytime as it does during the evening. Pay attention to the fabric, though; white tends to be more sheer than other shades, but if you’re going to compensate by choosing a thick fabric, you’re defeating your purpose of staying cool.

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Hotter days, hotter you | Sabah Rahman It’s time to embrace the hotter days and grace the walkways with the cooler ensembles from your wardrobe. Time to get your fine self out and about in the most effortless manner in Urban Truth’s new summer collection

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Set the dance floor on fire with this stretch Hibiscus mini-dress, paired with a shiny white clutch and a silver necklace

I’ve got chunky arms, which I usually hide under long sleeves, but it’s getting too warm to continue doing so. Please suggest options that won’t make me look like a watermelon!

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If you want to go the halfsleeve route, pick a sleeve that ends near, or just past the elbow, thereby drawing emphasis away from the thickest part of your arm. Flutter sleeves are a great option. Avoid cap sleeves like the plague.

trend alert Kick it in style at home in this season’s hottest trends: Bermuda shorts

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When you pair black palazzo pants with a coral sleeveless tee, you’ll be as far from plain as possible. Perfect for an easy, breezy day out in this hot weather

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Step out in style with this fresh, bang on trend combination - a hot pink bralette topped with a blue printed kimono jacket, worn over a black stretch maxi skirt.

Bring this sizzling outfit together with a mint green bag with gold metal hardware and a white enamel neckpiece

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Tailored in fashion

The summer run | Mahmood Hossain

It’s hot as Hades but you still have to look fly Some of us are quite fortunate to find ourselves sitting in air conditioned offices. It gives us no excuse to not bring our “A” game. It should be common knowledge by now what you need to have in your wardrobe during the summer. Lighter fabrics, lighter colours, and a cooler you. This summer we have a little bit of the same and a lot of the new.

Double impact

Don’t let the tailors tell you it’s too old fashioned, they’ll try to talk you out of it. The double breasted suit in a slim-fit cut is the go-to outfit for semi-formal occasions. Slightly narrower lapels and a plaid pattern in grey set the tone just right. Don’t limit yourself, you still have your standard solid coloured, double-breasted suits as well.

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with mahmood Hossain

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I’ll be off to a short summer vacation soon, and I’ve got a small problem with grooming. I have quite the furry chest so I’m contemplating whether to shave it or not. Do the babes on the beach respond more to a shaved chest or a fully grown, natural, hairy chest?

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either. Brown suits were all the rage in the 80s, but a modern touch has given a richer hue. And when you have a fitted suit, it looks even more attractive. What takes it to a higher note is donning a light blue dress shirt, paired with a darker blue tie.

Most men will shave all the body hair, leaving their scalp untouched like Olympic swimmers. Your masculinity won’t be questioned just because you decided to do a little man-scaping. Regarding your babes on the beach, some women love that manly rug so they can run their fingers through it. Enough with the visuals. The preference of women seriously won’t matter. One way or the other, since some women don’t even care, you’ll find yourself bagging one sooner or later. Your alternate option is to simply trim your chest hair with a beard trimmer, like a Norelco. It all depends on the rest of your body hair and how much you have to deal with.

Trim accordingly.

The shark in a suit

Again, we stick to the rich texture, this time in grey. This shade is similar to the colour of shark skin. Now, you don’t want to confuse yourself for something cheap and shiny like polyester. There’s a difference between quality coat of shine and sparkling like Edward Cullen in Twilight. Shivers.

How do you like your coffee?

This shade of brown is a winner.

It’s not your average autumn tone

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Hot heads | Mahmood Hossain It’s all about letting your hair go free Well, the easiest way to fix things is to simply shave your head completely. But those with impeccable style don’t like things too easy. This summer, hairdos can look as effortless as your everyday outfits.

A little buzzed

The Buzz cut is the closest you will ever get to going completely bald. It’s like a thin sheet of paper covering your head with sharp lines cut all over. This can be a no-fuss hairdo, but keep in mind you’ll have to visit your barber quite often to keep the details intact.

Step up with your crew

The story goes that this hairdo was named after Ivy League crewmembers who kept their hair short up top and even shorter on the sides. It was meant to prevent their

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hair from the beating winds so their eyesight weren’t tampered with. The Crew cut will probably be your most popular choice for the summer. It’s professional, the upkeep is simple, and it goes with pretty much any look.

Not above but under

The Undercut is similar to that of the Crew cut except the top is left much longer, nearly untouched. The sides remain at a very short length, the same you’d find in the Crew. This is a bit more on the adventurous side, and versatile. The top length makes it easier for a side part, bring it up

front in a comb-over, or simply style it vertically for a pompadour effect.

There are many more styles to take on but these three basics will do the job just fine in this unbearable heat.

I’ve always worn an undershirt when I leave home but is there a cooler solution to really hot summer days?

It’s not a bad thing to have undershirts. In fact, a lighter cotton undershirt can hold the moisture in for quite some time. Look at it this way, without that undershirt, your outer layer will seem as if it was drenched in the washing machine.

Minus all that floral scents. To keep sweat and perspiration at bay, you should stick to the undershirts. And as crew neck T-shirts don’t look too flattering with dress shirts and suits, there’s always V-necks to opt for.

Send in your style inquiries to avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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14 | Tempt

Summer must-haves | Sabah Rahman

| Sabah Rahman It’s that time of the year again and it’s quite brutal this time around.

Make a quick trip to Bodyline in Banani 11 and indulge yourself in some of their diverse range of products. They’ve got you covered head to toe

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This tropical concoction of a body wash from Bath & Body Works will remind you of a sunset on the beach

Heat up your nights with MAC’s eyeshadow in “Goldmine”

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The Green Gel Cleanser from MAC is the perfect light and airy formulation for summer months

Paint your toes pretty with this sunshine inspired nail polish from L’Oreal

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Follow up with The Body Shop’s Tea Tree Oil Toner to combat breakouts

Dove’s Go Fresh Body Mist in Cucumber and Green Tea comes in the perfect size to be toted around in your bag

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Lose yourself in one of many versions of Victoria’s Secret Fragrance Mists

Yet another body mist from Victoria’s Secret Pink line, Ready to Party is a floral and fruity refresher

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Don’t you dare bare those legs before a session with these amazing Gillette Venus razors made especially for women

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Protect your precious face with Sheseido’s Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion with SPF 50+

Send in your fashion faqs to avenuet@dhakatribune.com

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Prints from your Wish List!

| Sabiha Akond Rupa If you already have enough floral prints on your shoes, purses, or pants, then try out Wish List’s fabulous distinctive collection of prints - typewriter, paperclip and vintage telephone prints on kameezes, kurtas and pallazzos. Fabrics such as linen, chiffon and cotton come in contrasting summer colours. Wish List has a limited collection of these reasonably priced dresses (Tk1,200-3,800). Keep an eye on their Facebook page – www.facebook.com/listedwish for newer, more exciting prints!

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16 | Tantalise

Ice pops! recipe

| N Anita Amreen Why not make the best of summer fruits by trying your hand at a few refreshing homemade popsicles or perhaps a chilly summer drink? These juice-based pops are ideal for the hot summer days and help keep your clan cool all summer long. From the lighter Pina Colada pops that come with a pineapple twist to a more decadent strawberry cheesecake popsicle, Avenue T dishes out a few good old recipes to help you beat the heat this summer

Freezing tip:

Remember that any juice-based popsicle will take upto two hours to freeze while milk or yoghurt-based popsicles may take upto eight hours. To achieve the perfect textured lollies/popsicles, freeze them overnight and they’ll melt really slowly once you have them.

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Strawberry cheesecake pops Ingredients:

• 1 (8 oz.) package light or Philadelphia cream cheese • 1/4 cup light or regular sour cream • 1/2 cup powdered sugar • 1/3 cup milk • 1/2 tsp strawberry extract • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen strawberries • 6 standard-sized graham crackers • 2tbsp butter, melted

the crust in that extra inch of space and press down. Freeze for a minimum of six hours and a maximum of three days.

Mojito ice pops Ingredients: • • • •

¼ cup of lime juice 2 cups of lemon-lime soda A handful of fresh mint leaves 2 cups of ice

Directions:

Chop up half a pineapple into small cubes. Place it in a food processor and blend until smooth.

Add the lemon juice and the sugar, blend properly. Slowly trickle in the yoghurt and blend in pulses.

Pour into moulds and freeze for at least eight hours.

Watermelon limeade Ingredients

• 8 cups of seedless watermelon cubes • 6tbsp raw honey • 1/3 cups fresh lime juice • 1½ cup water • A few mint sprigs

Directions:

Directions:

Blend the cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, milk, and strawberry extract in a food processor until they’re perfectly mixed. Add a few strawberries and pulse to combine. Pour the mixture into your mould (a cup will work just fine too) and leave an inch on top for the crust. In a food processor, add graham crackers until they reach a fine texture. Keep the processor running and slowly add melted butter until the mixture is wet and seems like wet sand. Pour

Place all the ingredients in a blender and puree until the mixture reaches a slushy texture.

Add a few sprigs of mint leaves and a thinly sliced lemon. Pour into moulds and freeze for at least three hours.

Pineapple Piña Colada ice pops Ingredients: • • • •

½ of a medium sized pineapple ¼ cups lemon juice 1tbsp sugar 2 ounces of yoghurt

Directions:

Puree watermelon cubes in the blender and strain into a big bowl using a sieve. Stir in the honey and lime juice, then mix well. Add water, ice and the mint sprigs.

Enjoy it chilled.

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18 | summer destination

Abroad

| Saud Anam

A beach ain’t just a beach. If anything, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to finding beautiful shores, pristine waters and homes of the most aristocratic sand castles. We like to think of beaches as dates. They can be adventurous, fascinating, informative or just nice to look at. Here are some beaches with personality, which you wouldn’t mind bringing home to mom

The Adventurer

Raja Ampat Islands, Indonesia

These small islands and their unknown soft, white sand beaches are part of the vast archipelago, which makes up the coastal region of Indonesia. The Raja Ampat Islands add more to the venturing experience and offer true thatch and driftwood cottages, which can be found metres away from the tide and miles away from anyone else. Snorkel during the day, fish in the afternoon, and snuggle next to your favourite volleyball under the stars.

The Party Animal

Florianopolis, Brazil

Don’t let the Greek name fool you. Florianopolis is situated in the Santa Catarina Island in Brazil and is becoming one of the most beautiful, untouched beaches to expand your nightlife. Book your ticket before the shore is filled with red solo cups.

The Explorer

Bermuda

This well-known resort destination is more than just pretty water and miniature swimwear. Bermuda is the home of the most shipwrecks, which you can actually dive into and explore. Most of these historic ships lay a mere 15 metres under water and many are yet to be discovered. If you’re feeling lazy, take a peek at one of the 400+ ships already labelled on the maps of the Bermuda shore.

The Gnarly Bro

Pohnpei, Caroline Islands, Micronesia

This secluded beach is the perfect haven for surfers and alike. Most of the tiny resorts house only those who are looking to shred waves and offer instructors and lessons. The waves average five feet and the fact that the island is only accessible by boat ensures that only the most devout surfers will find their way.

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Nandan Water Park

Address: Baroipara, Nabinagar- Chandra Highway, Savar, Dhaka City, Bangladesh Tel: +8802-9890921, +8802-9890283, +8802-9898949, +8802-9888471, +8801819-223529, +8801817-144006

Mermaid Resort

DuSai

With the recent temperature spiking to new heights, combined with the incessant torture of city life, you might want to consider a change of landscape. Enjoy the sweet water of a coconut; relish the freshly fried fish from the blue waters while bathing in the crystal clear ocean or lounging in your wooden bungalow. Mermaid Resort is a full-feature eco resort with plush accommodation, which also includes a private beach; it offers a multi-cuisine menu to pick from at the resort restaurant, along with spa and other meditation facilities.

The DuSai Resort is huddled between a small tropical rainforest and exquisite tea gardens; saddled by a 1000 feet long narrow lake on one side and small fish ponds on the other. The luxurious villa resort attracts most newly-weds and couples looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Almost all the villas feature large open-air Jacuzzis and gazebos for the honeymooners.

There are five restaurants/bars on the resort itself that offer a wide range of food, starting from traditional Bangladeshi dishes to mocktails and other beverages. The villa also offers fishing in two ponds, a 54 seater Cineplex, a sheesha lounge, a mosque and a children’s nursery playground.

Address: The resort is located 16km from Cox’s Bazar through the Marine Drive towards Inani Beach (Pechar Dwip) Contact number: +8801841416464-9

Address: DuSai Resort & Spa, Srimangal Road, Niteshwar, Giashnagar, Sadar Sub-District, Moulvi Bazar, Bangladesh Telephone: +88086164100

Nandan Water Park is one of the largest amusement centres in Bangladesh.

Every weekend it attracts new crowds, most of which are families. The park has a range of different water rides to choose from, along with a 5D Cinema, Cable Cars, Bumper Cars, Zip Slide, Rock Climbing and Tilt-a-Whirl. It has special packages for children and school/college-goers. So pack your bags and prepare yourselves for a fun-filled weekend at Nandan Water Park!

Fantasy Kingdom, Water World

Tel: +8802-9896482, +8802-8833786, +8802-8814028, 7701949-52 Address: Fantasy Kingdom Complex, Jamgora, Ashulia, Savar, Dhaka Fantasy Kingdom, one of the most popular amusement parks in the country, is an assembly of landscaped gardens, walkways, lakes, statues and plenty of adventure rides. The Santa Maria Viking Ship, Giant Plume Ride, Bumper Cars, Ferris Wheel, Giant Dinosaur Park and the Rollercoaster are some of the rides enjoyed by the visitors. Visitors have commented that the park is safe and clean and there is ample parking space. The Fantasy Kingdom Park also hosts events from time to time, such as concerts and fashion shows. There is a fourstar luxury hotel at the park that has two hundred rooms, condominiums and its own resort. Souvenir shops, merchandise stores and food vendors are all located inside the park.

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20 | news 50 Years of Lux

What’s your grand wish?

The campaign titled “What’s you grand wish?” was recently held by SAMSUNG Bangladesh, where fans were asked to submit their grand wish after the campaign AV launch.

From the submitted wishes, four grand wishes were granted. The winners of the campaign, each won a GALAXY Grand 2. Among a total of 6795 grand wishes submitted during this campaign, the following four wishes were granted.

50 years of Lux was celebrated on the very same day, May 4, at the Grand Ballroom of the Westin, where the new season of Lux Channel i Superstar 2014 competition was inaugurated. The star studded event was graced by famous media personalities and renowned individuals from the world of fashion and glamour. Lux Channel i Superstar 2014 is on the hunt for new superstars. The winner of the pageant will not only be the new face of Lux Bangladesh but also

win a brand new car. To sign up for the competition, contestants can register at www.luxstarsandbeauty. com or at http://www.facebook. com/Lux. For more details, please contact 09-666-999-666.

Bay Emporium at Jamuna Future Park

Recently, Bay Emporium Ltd opened a flagship outlet at Jamuna Future Park Shopping Mall, 3rd Floor, Kuril, Progati Sarani, Dhaka.

Shamsur Rahman, chairman of Bay Group and MA Quader, ceo of Bay Emporium Ltd, formally inaugurated the shop. Kayum Ali Shikder, retail sales manager, Mahbub Alam, store development manager, Md Khairul Alam, manager, Finance & Tax, Fazle Ali, product development manager, Mirajul Islam, asst. manager, Merchandising, Md Faisal Haque, asst. manager, Advertising & Promotion, Muzahidul Islam Shahin and Asifuzzaman, area managers and other officials of Bay Emporium Ltd were present at the opening ceremony.

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• Ahsana Ahmed - wife of Rana Ahmed, wished that her daughter Oishee who is studying abroad in Australia for the past three years could come home to celebrate her father’s birthday. SAMSUNG

CP joins hands with Coca-Cola

CP Bangladesh Co Ltd is a sister concern of CP Group, a Thai multinational conglomerate and deals with agro-industrial goods and food. As a part of fully integrated livestock business, CP Food Business is complimenting the economically driven poultry production in Bangladesh through successful marketing of meat and poultry products. In a programme held on May 13, 2014

• Pola and Dola - daughters of Susan Supti Halder and Shopon Halder - made a heart-warming wish to send their busy parents on a “Grand Escape to Grand Sultan.”

The lucky parents were sent to their second honeymoon to Grand Sultan Resort at Sri Mongol.

• Aysha Kashfee - a 5th year student of DMC, always wanted to become an RJ for a day. SAMSUNG Bangladesh teamed with RJ Sadia of Radio Foorti and invited her to take part in a morning show.

Ice Fest 2014

Ruposhi Bangla Hotel and Igloo are launching a 10 day long ice cream festival from May 22 to 31, 2014 at the East Wing lobby of the hotel. This festival features some brand new flavours of Igloo ice cream to add to the festivity of the event. A recent press conference was held at Ruposhi Bangla Hotel, Palash room on May 20. The press conference was chaired by James P McDonald, general manager of Ruposhi Bangla Hotel. High officials of Ruposhi Bangla Hotel management were also present.

Bangladesh made an arrangement for her wish to come true.

Suchat Suntipada, president, CP Bangladesh Co Ltd along with Tapash K Mandal, managing director, Internatinonal Beverage Private Ltd (IBPL) signed an agreement to extend beverage partnership with Coca-Cola. This agreement signing ceremony was held at IBPL corporate office which is a subsidiary completely owned by the Coca-Cola company in Bangladesh. It is an engaged business of selling, distributing and marketing of Coca-Cola®, Diet Coke®, Sprite® and Fanta® in Dhaka and the Rajshahi Division. Sukanan Sirivanichsuntorn, avp-commercial, Renesa Ahmed, gm-marketing, CP Food Business and Subir Chatterjee, head of commercial, IBPL were also present at the ceremony along with other high officials of CP Food Business and IBPL.

• Leon, a student of AUST, is a very good guitarist and a promising singer. But he never performed in front of a live audience. So, his best friend Priyash made a grand wish to arrange a concert for Leon. Not only did SAMSUNG Bangladesh make it come true, they also brought in Shafin Ahmed, the legendary singer, to partner with Leon!

Seminar on Ayurveda

On May 22, a seminar was held at BRAC Center to spread knowledge on Ayurveda. Dr Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, the main speaker at the seminar, is one of India’s foremost experts in Ayurveda with extensive knowledge in theoretical and practical application of alternate healing practices. He is currently the vice chancellor of Gujarat Ayurved University. He is the recipient of the prestigious “Ayurveda Ratna” award from International Academy of Ayurveda Physicians in 2008 and also the “Global Ayurveda Physician” award in 2007 from the Chief Minister of Delhi. During the seminar, Dr Kotecha addressed a number of holistic approaches to healing methods using Ayurveda.

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