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Having captured the public's attention through thoughtful graffiti artworks, the rebellious youth character ‘Subodh’ by mysterious, anonymous artist "HOBEKI?" has recently emerged again in the capital. The new graffiti was drawn on a wall on the way to Mirpur-12 ceramic road in the capital, which portrays a woman with a blue eyepatch in one of her eyes while adorned with a flower in her hair, standing against a black background, raising both hands and trying to call for an end to war. A hashtag with the phrase “stop war” is also written on the graffiti, right above the signature “Artist: HOBEKI?". Also read: Coronavirus: Gulshan graffities thank frontline workers

Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) has arranged the 113th edition of popular wrestling competition ‘Jabbar er Boli Khela’ after two years of hiatus caused by the Covid pandemic. The competition will be held Monday afternoon on the road of Laldighi Zilla Parishad Market premises under a special arrangement. Hundreds of wrestlers from different regions including Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Noakhali and Cumilla will take part in the competition. Traders from different parts of the country have come to the fair with various household and traditional products. Meanwhile, due to the Boli Khela and 3-day Baishakhi Mela vehicle movement has been restricted for several days in Laldighi, KC De Road, Boksirhat, Cinema Palace, Amanat Shah Road, Khatunganj-Asadganj Road and other areas. Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) has taken extensive security measures and CCTV cameras have been installed across the areas. In addition, members of the white-clad police, DB, SWAT team will also be in charge of maintaining overall security. CMP Deputy Commissioner (South) Mohammad Jasim Uddin said four check-posts are being set up by Kotwali police station to strengthen security at the fair. 'Boli Khela’ was introduced in the early 20th century by Abdul Jabbar Saodagar, a local trader. He wanted to cultivate a sport that would prepare youths to fight the British. The traditional form of wrestling was named after Jabbar. The first competition was held in 1909.

Standup comedy is an intimate and terrifying performing style available. Mastering standup comedy takes years of devotion and hard work—not to mention a thick skin and the willingness to persist regardless of how many times you fail. However, through perseverance you can develop this ability. This article will cover everything you need to know about being a stand up comedian, from training to writing jokes. What is Stand Up Comedy? In the simplest terms, standup comedy is a kind of comedy in which a comic takes a position on stage in front of an audience and performs a pre-rehearsed routine—typically a combination of jokes and lengthier amusing anecdotes. Although content and performance style vary widely amongst comedians, there are a few aspects of standup comedy as an art form that is fairly universal. Standup comedy is a one-man show. Traditionally, standup comedy has been a one-man or one-woman act. If you're more at ease performing in a group or ensemble setting, there are alternative styles of humour—such as sketch comedy and improv—that will satisfy your desire. Read Best Comedy Movies of All Time: Humour in Films through Century Becoming a Professional Stand Up Comedian Watch, and Learn Comedians are obsessed with developing and delivering the finest content possible, so if you want to join their ranks and become a comedian, it's time to think and behave like one. The most effective approach to do this is to watch as much standup comedy as possible. Even if you are unable to attend a comedy club, there are plenty of other venues where you may witness outstanding humour. Numerous comedians have a Netflix, HBO, or Dry Bar Comedy standup special. YouTube is another limitless well of material for standup comedians. If you have a favourite comedian, try to catch their first set and compare it to a later set. You'll notice how almost every comedian's set selection evolves over time. This is because they are also watching, observing, and gaining knowledge. Read Chris Rock takes to comedy mic, still processing Oscars slap Take a Class It's not as if you can take a class and instantaneously become humorous. It does not function that way, but it is a nice starting point. A compelling incentive to enrol in a comedy class is to learn from industry experts. As a newcomer, you are certain to make errors, but learning from others' errors is also a good idea. Acquainting yourself with the errors made by pros in the comedy business can assist you in avoiding them. Additionally, you will be part of a community of amusing individuals who will exchange ideas and learn from one another's experiences. You'll have an audience with which to rehearse your performance prior to attending your first standup comedy event. Given the ease with which almost anything can be found online, enrolling in an online comedy class is an excellent method to kick-start your enthusiasm for humour. Discover how to plan and compose your jokes, how to conquer stage fear and the process of preparing a performance. Read Top 10 English Comedy Movies released in 2021 Practice Take a cue from Nike and Just Do It. One of the most common anxieties of standup comedians is stage fright. Attending an open mic allows you to practice your jokes without concern of offending the paying audience. As is the case with many successful comedians, you will have butterflies in your stomach each time you take the stage, but the laughs and laughing will help improve your confidence along the road. You can simply discover local comedy clubs to perform at or even rehearse your acts through virtual open mics. While internet audiences may not have the same impact as live audiences, you will at least have a sense of whether your jokes are hilarious or not. As the audience is mostly composed of other comedians, it's an excellent opportunity to interact with other standups and network for more professional engagements. This way, you can rehearse your acts and get experience performing in front of an audience while networking with other comedians. Read How do thoughts and emotions affect your health? Find Your Voice Because standup comedy is the most intimate type of humour, you must have a real routine. While you may be tempted to emulate your favorite standup comedians, this is not the best method to begin a career in comedy. Reflect on yourself and your life and bring to the stage what identifies you. By asking yourself a few questions, you may facilitate the process of discovering your genuine voice, which does not have to be identical to your true self but should complement it. Start Writing Put an end to your contemplation and procrastination. There is no such thing as a perfect day, so begin writing now. If you've benefited from a comedy class, now is the moment to put your newfound knowledge to the test. Make observations about your environment and personal experiences. Consider what irritates you and write about it. Read Spending Money for Happiness: 10 Effective Ways It will soon assume the shape of a joke. You will see your inconsistencies and develop self-awareness; here is where the comedy will be found. Do you rationalise your judgments of others or of yourself? There is a comedy hidden somewhere in that arrangement. Your jokes might be satirical or self-deprecating, but they will undoubtedly win over the audience. There are several ways to begin your standup comedy career, but the critical first step is to begin. Each day, watch a variety of humour broadcasts, read books, make observations, and compose jokes. Conclusion Standup comedy is a passion-driven professional path that, with the appropriate flow, may evolve into an acting career. As a standup comedian, you may polish your humorous voice, establish a unique connection with your audience, and even begin a career in acting. Read Top 10 Happiest Countries in the World in 2022 Due to its distinctiveness, it is undoubtedly one of the ten most intriguing occupations you have never heard of. Life is just as serious as you make it, so maybe it's time to take things a bit less seriously and inject some humour into the mix.

The importance of the market/ shopping mall has increased at the same rate as the importance of shopping has increased in modern urban civilization. Over the years many shopping malls have been built in Dhaka, and the appeal of the Dhaka New Market has not diminished. This shopping market remains full throughout the year in the presence of buyers. While clothing items are mostly sold in New Market, you will get other household items too. Let's know the tradition and history of the Dhaka New Market. Location Near Old Dhaka, the New Market is located in the northern part of Azimpur. Anyone knows by its name and the market is also located in some portion of Mirpur Road. History of Dhaka New Market Construction of the market was started by CBD in 1952 on 35 acres of land during East Pakistan Prime Minister Nurul Amin’s period. Its construction was completed in 1954 and the establishment of this market paved the way for the modernization of Dhaka. Old Dhaka was very densely populated and disturbed. Therefore, Nurul Amin's modernization project was very limited, so people protested against it. Some believe that Dhaka New Market and Shahbag Hotel were built for Nurul Amin's family only. Read 100 Years of Rocket Paddle Steamer: A Pride and Heritage of Bangladesh Architecture The New Market area is triangular shaped with high minaret-like arches on three sides. The market has a total of 440 shops and a triangular lane in the middle. The total area of this market is 35 acres. (1,40,000 sq. meter.). In the eighties, the northern part of the market established a separate section New Super Market for crockeries and Banalota Market for kitchen utensils. A grocery market was also established in the D block. Later 60 new shops got allotment by the mosque. The new supermarket for crockeries, the rough market for kitchen utensils, a unique section for miscellaneous items and a grocery market in D Block added a new dimension on the northern part of New Market. There was a beautiful garden on the border of this market, which was later converted into a mosque and allotted 72 new shops by the mosque. Read Ukraine: UNESCO World Heritage Sites Traditions and Present Condition In the 50s and 60s, New Market was one of the most beautiful places to shop and have a good time. There was a Novelty ice cream shop during that time and it was one of the most popular places among the youth. This is why the place got popular. Although Dhaka is a conservative city, Newmarket was a safe place for young people to hang out with their family and friends. Further, college and university students used to spend their evenings traveling to New Market. The novel was about an ice cream shop here. The shop was one of the most popular places among the youth. This is why this area is popular. Despite the many evolutions and inclusions that have taken place over the past half-century, New Market is still the "NEW" to everyone. Over the years the market expanded its reach to meet the demand, but it did not modernize. From grocery to books, magazines, jewelry, glasses, local and western crockery, and home furnishings, Newmarket is always ready to meet all your potential needs. Read Benefits of Reading Habit for Mind and Body Products You Can Get New Market is famous for the availability of good quality products at a cheap price. You can buy clothing, cosmetics, shoes, boys' T-shirts, shirts, pants, etc. From sofa covers to home curtains, bedsheets, vases, wall mats, shoes, travel bags, and other utensils can be easily found in this market. Whether it is a shop or a sidewalk, New Market is known in Dhaka for buying cheap items. Further, if you want to get the latest western fashion, you can definitely come to Newmarket. Our domestic garment factories are supplying quality garments to many countries in the western world, including the United States. You may also get those products in New Market. A large number of people in Bangladesh have become accustomed to Western-style clothing. Under the huge roof of New Market there is a huge collection of anything you want. Read Top 10 Historical Mosques in Bangladesh Final Words Dhaka New Market remains the go-to shopping destination for Dhaka dwellers. With a wide variety of clothing, jewelry, and other items, shoppers will find something to buy no matter what the occasion. Whether it is for yourself or as a gift, New Market is the place to go.

For the first time in the 127-year history of the Venice Biennale, the world’s oldest and most important contemporary art fair features a majority of female and gender non-conforming artists, under the curatorial direction of Cecilia Alemani. The result is a Biennale that puts the spotlight on artists who have been long overlooked despite prolific careers, while also investigating themes including gender norms, colonialism and climate change. Alemani’s main show, titled “The Milk of Dreams,” alongside 80 national pavilions opens Saturday after a one-year pandemic delay. The art fair runs through Nov. 27. It is only the fourth of the Biennale’s 59 editions under female curation. Women took the top Golden Lion awards announced Saturday for best national pavilion, which went to the United Kingdom pavilion and artist Sonia Boyce. Best participant in the main exhibition was won by U.S. sculptor Simone Leigh. The predominance of women among the more than 200 artists that Alemani chose for the main show “was not a choice, but a process,” Alemani, a New York-based Italian curator, said this week. “I think some of the best artists today are women artists,” she told The Associated Press. “But also, let’s not forget, that in the long history of the Venice Biennale, the preponderance of male artists in previous editions has been astonishing.” “Unfortunately, we still have not solved many issues that pertain to gender,” Alemani said. Conceived during the coronavirus pandemic and opening as war rages in Europe, Alemani acknowledged that art in such times may seem “superficial.” But she also asserted the Biennale’s role over the decades as a “sort of seismographer of history ... to absorb and record also the traumas and the crises that go well beyond the contemporary art world.” Read: Hijab-wearing Somali-US model takes step back from industry In a potent reminder, the Russian pavilion remains locked this year, after the artists withdrew following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Nearby, sandbags have been erected in the center of the Giardini by the curators of the Ukrainian Pavilion, and surrounded by stylized posters of fresh artwork by Ukrainian artists representing the horrors of the two-month-old war. American artist Leigh is among the women getting long-overdue recognition in mid-career at this Biennale. She is both headlining the U.S. pavilion and setting the tone at the main exhibit with a towering bust of a Black woman that Alemani originally commissioned for the High Line urban park in New York City. Fusun Onur, a pioneer of conceptual art in Turkey, at age 85 has filled the Turkish pavilion with wiry cats and mice set up in storyboard tableaus that confront modern-day threats like the pandemic and climate change. While proud of her role representing Turkey and the work she produced during the pandemic in her home overlooking the Bosphorus, she acknowledged that the honor was late in coming. “Why it is so I don’t know,” Fusan said by phone from Istanbul. “Women artists are working hard, but they are not always recognized. It is always men first.” New Zealand is represented by third gender artist Yuki Kihara, whose installation “Paradise Camp,” tells the story of Samoa’s Fa’afafine community of people who don’t accept the gender they were assigned at birth. The exhibition features photos of the Fa’afafine mimicking paintings of Pacific islanders by post-impressionist French artist Paul Gaugin, reclaiming the images in a process the artist refers to as “upcycling.” Read: "Stone Time": Bipasha Hayat’s solo exhibition begins at Gallery Chitrak “Paradise Camp is really about imagining a Fa’afafine utopia, where it shutters colonial hetero-normality to make way for an Indigenous world view that is inclusive and sensitive to the changes in the environment,” Kihara said. The image of a hyper-realistic sculpture of a futuristic female satyr giving birth opposite her satyr partner, who has hung himself, sets a grim post-apocalyptic tone at the Danish Pavilion, created by Uffe Isolotto. The Nordic nations of Norway, Sweden and Finland this year turned over their shared pavilion to the Sami, one of Europe’s oldest Indigenous groups, touching on a different idea of nation as the Sami ancestral arctic homeland now spans four nations. The Sami Pavilion offered a more hopeful path out of the apocalypse, with artwork and performances depicting the struggle against colonialism by the Sami people, while also celebrating their traditions. “We have in a way discovered how to live within the apocalyptic world and do it while, you know, maintaining our spirits and our beliefs and systems of value,″ said co-curator Liisa-Ravna Finbog. This year’s Golden Lion for lifetime achievement awards go to German artist Katherina Fritsch, whose life-like Elephant sculpture stands in the rotunda of the main exhibit building in the Giardini, and Chilean poet, artist and filmmaker Cecilia Vicuna, whose portrait of her mother’s eyes graces the Biennale catalog cover. Vicuna painted the portrait while the family was in exile after the violent military coup in Chile against President Salvador Allende. Now 97, her mother accompanied her to the Biennale. “You see that her spirit is still present, so in a way that painting is like a triumph of love against dictatorship, against repression, against hatred,” Vicuna said.

Fasting is an important basic act of worship in Islam. Like every act of worship in Islam, there is a lot of wisdom in fasting. Moreover, the importance and significance of fasting in our lives are immense. The true teachings of love for creation and desire for welfare should be reflected in our hearts and lives through Ramadan. In addition to worship in Ramadan, it is also necessary to acquire education in some humanities. Let’s see what we can learn from Ramadan. The Teachings of Holy Ramadan Taqwa or Fear of Allah Taqwa means fear of Allah (God). Ramadan teaches us the most, taqwa. In the last verse of the verse in which Allah has declared fasting obligatory, He said, "So that you may attain taqwa." A fasting person can eat something secretly in the corner of the house if he wants. But, no one does that as the person has fear of Allah. But, we should not only fear Allah during Ramadan, we should hold fear all time. We can learn this lesson of Ramadan and apply it to our daily life by doing good deeds by knowing that Allah is watching us. Read: Ramadan Fasting with Diabetes: Best foods for Sehri and Iftar Self-control Self-control means to suppress oneself, to control oneself. In other months, we do bad things or use bad words, these happen very rarely among us during Ramadan. For the sake of the purity of Ramadan, many times we refrain from these misdeeds by thinking about the sanctity of Ramadan. This habit of self-control is formed in us only during the month of Ramadan and we need to continue this throughout the year. Patience Iftar items are ready on the table, but we are not taking anything until the Azan or the exact time to break the fast. This is patience. Someone hurts you, but you did not reply back as you are fasting. This teaches us passion. Further, Ramadan teaches us great patience even in worship. We are fasting every day and after completing the Esha prayer we are performing 20 Rakat Taraweeh prayers. This also teaches us patience, which we can use in our real life. Read 100 Years of Rocket Paddle Steamer: A Pride and Heritage of Bangladesh In other months, sometimes our laziness comes during performing obligatory prayers, but during Ramadan, our laziness does not come at all. That’s how Ramadan teaches our patience Moderate Diet It is forbidden in the hadith to eat too much and the negative effects of eating up to the throat are also mentioned in the hadith. Medical science also warns us about this. We are consciously or subconsciously careful about this in the month of Ramadan. Hence, we tend to eat less food in iftar as we have to attend Taraweeh. Moreover, we eat as little food as possible in Iftar, otherwise, it will be difficult to perform Taraweeh. We can imply this throughout the year to keep ourselves healthy. So, we can make it a habit for the rest of the year and keep this lesson in our minds. Read: Healthy Iftar Meal Recipes for Breaking Ramadan Fasting Good sense of discipline The well-disciplined feeling that Ramadan teaches us every day, from Sehri to Tarabeeh, is important to our lives, even if we don't see it. During Ramadan, every fasting person has a specific routine, according to which the person manages the whole day. We have to carry this Ramadan-given routine for the sake of welfare even after Ramadan. Helping the Poor Ramadan actually gives us a special opportunity to help the poor through Zakat and donation. During Ramadan, almost every eligible person pays Zakat to the rightful owners according to their ability. Through this Zakat, we create special sympathy for the poor, orphans, and helpless people of society. We can keep this as a habit even after Ramadan throughout the year. Read: Ramadan Fasting Benefits: Impacts on health when you fast for 16 hours Provide Food to Other The beloved Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) has clearly told us that there is a great reward if we feed someone. In Ramadan, many people come forward to arrange Iftar-sehri for the helpless, aiming to get huge rewards. It awakens a kind of human feeling in us. The gentle mentality of giving food to the hungry develops in us. This is a great lesson we can make a habit even after Ramadan. Lighten the Labor of the Workers Ramadan has been instructed to lighten the burden of hardship on employees and to be kind to the workers. Workers' rights are important in Islam. His labor hours, labor value, social status, and rights are preserved in the most beautiful way in Islam. In addition, during the month of Ramadan, it has been instructed to alleviate the sufferings of the workers, and Allah forgives the person who reduces the workload of his slaves and employees during this month. However, the opposite situation is observed in our country. We can learn this empathy from Ramadan and imply to our life after Ramadan too. Read Bangladesh’s first floating Mosque and the story of an Imam of Satkhira Suppression of Malice Fasting is the best tool to suppress evil instincts. As a result, people tend to refrain from sin and get encouragement for good deeds That is why fasting has been called the shield of salvation from sin Narrated by Hazrat Abu Huraira (RA), Rasulullah (SAW) said, "Allah Ta'ala said, 'Fasting is a shield.' Equality and Harmony All Muslims at the same time, in the month of Ramadan, abide by the same rules, refraining from eating and drinking from dawn to dusk. And collectively, that is, rich-poor, fair-black, men and women all obey the command of Allah together. Hence, the image of great unity emerged. Fasting teaches people to refrain from quarrels and fights In this way, it encourages the establishment of harmony and love between each other. Final Words These teachings and leassons of Ramadan will be effective only when we apply these in the remaining 11 months of the year. We have to spend the every day of our lives focusing on these lessons and applying them to our daily life. Read Top 10 Historical Mosques in Bangladesh

Showcasing captivating artworks, acclaimed actor-painter Bipasha Hayat's exclusive solo exhibition titled "Stone Time" was inaugurated on Saturday at Gallery Chitrak, Dhanmondi in the capital, demonstrating the recent global catastrophes, crises and ups and downs during the prime of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Inaugurated by Ekushey Padak conferred eminent cartoonist and art maestro Rafiqun Nabi, the opening ceremony of the seventh solo exhibition of Bipasha Hayat was presided over by internationally acclaimed painter and printmaker Shahid Kabir. Dhaka University Faculty of Fine Arts Dean professor Nisar Hossain joined the inauguration ceremony as the special guest while legendary actor and Bipasha Hayat’s father Abul Hayat, former Bangladesh ambassador to Poland Mahfuzur Rahman and other artists and art admirers also joined the inauguration ceremony.

After spending two Bengali New Year celebrations with no in-person events and virtual celebrations, different government and cultural organisations finally welcomed Bangla New Year 1429 by organizing diverse programmes at different public venues. The festivities of the day started in the early morning with the traditional cultural programme organised by Chhayanaut at the Ramna Batamul in the capital. Also read:Amid tight security, Pahela Boisakh celebrated in DU Dhaka University campus to witness Mangal Shobhajatra brought out by fine arts faculty of Dhaka University to welcome the advent of Baishakh 1429. Besides, special programmes will be organised in Uttara, Dhanmondi and other areas in the capital at 6:15 am. The two-hour programme featured group and solo songs presentations, dance recitals, speech and poetry recitations and instrumental presentations.

Cultural personalities Subarna Mostafa MP and Afzal Hossain joined an art camp with special children on the occasion of Pohela Boishakh. Prominent directors Amitabh Reza, Opi Karim and Iresh Jaker also joined and spent time with special children and provided them with encouragement and motivation. It was organized by Samsung and Fair Electronics under the supervision of Nabiha Raida Foundation at Samsung Flagship Store, Gulshan Avenue. The event was inaugurated with a welcome address by Huang Sang Woo, Managing Director, Samsung Electronics Limited and Ruhul Alam Al Mahboob, Chairman, Fair Group. Chairman of Fair Group Ruhul Alam Al Mahboob said the event was inspired by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and his daughter Saima Wazed. "Not only sound education but his alertness and dedication are most required. These children are our resources. We need to get out of this taboo with the joint efforts of all and the Fair Group will continue to work to create jobs for these special children." Also read: Bengalees celebrate Pahela Baishakh with pomp and gaiety

Bangladesh is a country of the river, so we have a glorious history of traveling by water. The paddle steamer is such a historic water vehicle in Bangladesh. In the past, several paddle steamers built by the British used to travel the Dhaka-Calcutta route. Later, as the Dhaka-Kolkata route was closed, the steamers traveled from Dhaka to Khulna. At present, due to the reduced navigability of the river, these paddle steamers are running from Dhaka’s Buriganga across the country’s main rivers to Morrelganj in Bagerhat. These 100 years old paddle steamers might stop their services soon or in the future. So, we have tried to dig everything you need to know about paddle steamers in Bangladesh. Paddle Steamer and Its History Coal is used as fuel in these steamers, which are almost a hundred years old. In the early eighties, coal was replaced by diesel engines. The paddle steamer is named because the launch moves forward with the help of two large paddles. However, due to the high speed at that time, the steamers became more known as rocket steamers. Among the few paddle steamers in the world PS Mashood (1926), PS Ostrich (1929), PS Lepcha (1938), PS Turn (1950), and MV Shela (1951) are in Bangladesh. Under the nearly 100-year-old official rocket service, three steamers still operate as public transport on Dhaka – Morrelganj – Dhaka route. The paddle steamers are so old that they are no longer used anywhere in the world. Read Top 10 Historical Mosques in Bangladesh The steamers operate on the Dhaka-Khulna route under the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC). The biggest of these are ‘Masud’ and ‘Ostrich.’ More than ninety years ago, in 1928, the paddle steamer PS Masood was built at the Garden Rich Workshop in Calcutta. During that time, England’s “River and Steam Navigation” company used to operate huge streamers in this country. These vehicles were the main means of communication between Dhaka-Barisal, and Barisal-Goaland. Paddle Steamer at a Glance The rocket steamer has 12 first-class and 10 second-class air-conditioned cabins. Two beds in each cabin with their own veranda. First and second-class tickets are sold from Motijheel, BIWTA head office, and third-class tickets are sold in the steamer. In the third class, passengers have to bring their own bed to sit on the deck. The cabins contain two beds, a table, a washbasin, and two fans. Read Ancient Temples of Bangladesh: Remembering Their Past Glory While the roofs of all launches are accessible to the general public, there is no way to enjoy the river at night by sitting on the roof of a rocket steamer. Rocket roofs are not suitable for human movement. It has a small room in which the rocket steamer’s captain sits and operates the steamer. Food and Drinks If you want to eat canteen food on the paddle steamer, you have to order in advance. The food is cooked after ordering. If you want, you can take a food package of 220 Taka per person. There is also a variety of food, including coral fish and chicken fry as snacks. If you want to carry the food in the cabin, you may need to pay Tk 50 as a service charge. There are usually two types of menus. A menu with khichuri, chicken, and eggs, and another menu with white rice chicken and two fillings. Amenities for Local Passengers The second-class rooms are located on the backside of the steamer, and the rooms are smaller than the first class. These rooms do not come with a washbasin or linen. However, Shower rooms and toilets are shared by the first- and second-class passengers. Between the first and second classes, inter and deck classes are available. The deck passengers have common toilets to use.