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Standards of credible, fair competition not consistently met: UK

The UK has said that standards of credible and fair competitions were not consistently met during the 12th parliamentary election of Bangladesh

Boris Johnson apologises to families at UK COVID inquiry

Johnson said at the start of the hearing how glad he was to give evidence and how sorry he was for the suffering of victims and their families.

UK announces £3 million in humanitarian support for Rohingyas

UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Permanent Under-Secretary Sir Philip Barton has announced that UK will provide £3,000,000 (around Tk 42 crore) of new funding to support Rohingyas in Cox's Bazar and Bhasan Char

New GSP of UK: Bangladesh’s RMG export prospects brighten

Bangladesh’s garment export to the United Kingdom (UK) is expected to rise significantly as the British government will continue to offer duty-free benefits to developing nations even after they graduate from the least developed country (LDC) status.

Tigers to conduct training camp in Sylhet before travelling to UK

Bangladesh team will conduct a short training camp in Sylhet before departing for the United Kingdom for the three-match ODI series against Ireland, informed Bangladesh Cricket Board’s (BCB) cricket operations committee chairman Jalal Yunus on Monday. 

In conversation with chef Dominic Chapman: Curry, spices, and much more

In today’s world, you have to be nothing short of a maverick to create your flavours. Chef Dominic Chapman is one such person who has travelled the world, gaining knowledge and experience to create something magical. Star Lifestyle had a chance to sit down with the Michelin-starred chef and discuss his method and love for preparing food at the British Curry Festival, held at the five-star hotel, InterContinental Dhaka between 21 and 26 October.

Young Bangladeshi couple in London helps Shashi Tharoor, gets shout-out

Indian lawmaker Shashi Tharoor has thanked a young Bangladeshi couple for helping him grab a cab from outside the British Library in London that ended his 45-minute wait.

Hong Kong most expensive city for expats, New York 2nd

Hong Kong is the world’s most expensive city – for the second year in a row – for expatriates to live in, according to the findings of the latest cost of living research published by ECA International.

September 11, 2016
September 11, 2016

Iheanacho delighted

Kelechi Iheanacho said it was "a dream come true" after his goal gave Manchester City a 2-1 victory at Manchester United in

September 10, 2016
September 10, 2016

Is Morgan risking his career?

Is England one-day captain Eoin Morgan risking his international career by refusing to tour Bangladesh on security fears?

September 4, 2016
September 4, 2016

Fizz's rehab continues

Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman returned from his hometown last Wednesday and is currently working on the first phase

August 22, 2016
August 22, 2016

Mustafizur Rahman returns from UK

Left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman arrives back in Bangladesh today morning following his Sussex stint and shoulder surgery at United Kingdom.

August 18, 2016
August 18, 2016

Doctor clears Fizz to return

Bangladesh pace sensation Mustafizur Rahman has his final medical checkup and receives the green signal to return home.

August 13, 2016
August 13, 2016

UK vows to match EU funds, farm subsidies after Brexit

The British government pledges to match European Union funding for farmers, universities and infrastructure projects following Brexit, as it sought to allay fears over key sectors.

August 4, 2016
August 4, 2016

One dead, five hurt in central London knife attack

A woman dies and five others are injured in a knife attack in Russell Square, central London. Terrorism is one possible motive being explored, the Metropolitan Police say.

July 24, 2016
July 24, 2016

Brexit heightens global economic risks, says G20

The UK's vote to leave the European Union adds to risks for the global economy, finance chiefs say at the G20 summit in China.

July 13, 2016
July 13, 2016

Theresa May becomes UK prime minister

Theresa May becomes British prime minister after being appointed by Queen Elizabeth shortly after the monarch accepted David Cameron's resignation.

July 11, 2016
July 11, 2016

Theresa May to succeed Cameron as UK PM on Wednesday

Britain's David Cameron says he will resign as prime minister on Wednesday.

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