Lifestyle
Coca-Cannabis? Coke analyzing cannabis in wellness drinks
Dhaka, Sep 18 (AP/UNB) - The Coca-Cola Company said Monday it is "closely watching" the expanding use of a cannabis element in drinks, another sign cannabis and cannabis-infused products are getting more acceptance in mainstream culture and a harder look from long-established pillars of American business.
Archaeologists discover ancient sphinx in Egypt
Cairo, Sept 16 (AP/UNB) — Egypt says archaeologists have discovered a statue of a lion's body and a human head in the southern city of Aswan.
Govt buys historic Rose Garden mansion
Dhaka, Sept 16 (UNB) - The government has bought the historic Rose Garden mansion in Old Dhaka , the birthplace of Awami League, considering its archaeological values.
London Fashion Week: Victoria Beckham brings it home
London, Sept 16 (AP/UNB) — Victoria Beckham has brought her fashion brand home to London Fashion Week for the first time to mark a decade in the business.
Former Colorado nuke site opens to public as wildlife refuge
Denver, Sep 16 (AP/UNB) — Cyclists and hikers explored a newly opened wildlife refuge at the site of a former nuclear weapons plant in Colorado on Saturday, while a protester in a gas mask brought signs warning about the dangers of plutonium.
Japan Fest 2018 held in city
Dhaka, Sept 15 (UNB) - A colorful festival titled ‘Japan Fest 2018’ was held in the city on Saturday for the first time after several years that showcased both traditional and contemporary Japanese culture as well as music.
Experts: Mayan altar hints at ancient intrigue
Guatemala City, Sept 15 (AP/UNB) — An altar found at Guatemala's La Corona site suggests the Mayan dynasty of Kaanul, known as the Snake Kings, acted like its namesake in slowly squeezing the rival kingdom of Tikal, archaeologists said Friday.
Las Vegas shooting survivors, health care providers reunite
Las Vegas, Sept 15 (AP/UNB) — Bullet fragments are still lodged in Robert Aguilar's back, but almost a year after he was wounded in the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, he can walk with the help of a cane and has a very special group of people to thank: the health care providers at a Las Vegas area hospital.
London Fashion Week to kick off amid Brexit fears
London, Sept 14 (AP/UNB) — London is starting its stint at the center of the fashion universe as industry leaders express concerns about the potential impact of Brexit.
Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury named president of COSMOS Foundation
Dhaka, Sept 13 (UNB) - Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury has been named President of the COSMOS Foundation, the philanthropic arm of COSMOS Group.