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Girls ahead of boys in pass rate, GPA-5 achievement
Female students outperformed the male candidates in this year's Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent exams, securing higher pass rates and GPA grades
83.04pc students pass 2024 SSC, equivalent exams
Around 83.04 percent students passed this year's Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent tests, which is 2.65 percentage point higher than last year
Explore why boys lag behind girls in exams, PM asks after unveiling SSC results
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today asked the authorities concerned to find out the reasons -- why boys are declining in number and lagging behind girls in their academic results
Schools may remain shut on Saturdays after Eid-ul-Azha: minister
Education Minister Mohibul Hassan today said schools are likely to remain closed on Saturdays after Eid-ul- Azha
SSC results: 51 institutions see zero pass rate
This year, 51 schools reported a zero pass rate in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent exams, compared to 48 last year
Opinion
Dhaka's air is now so bad it is causing cancer
Government must reduce the toxicity through decisive steps
The devaluation of the sacrificial mother
Even as she is glorified, her work is devalued.
A slice of the university pie
The utilitarian value of a university must reflect the institution's inherent value.
Business
Poverty reduction rates arithmetically correct. Do they reflect reality?
Bangladesh is doing better than many countries in reducing poverty. However, questions remain whether the data about poverty alleviation match reality, according to Prof Joe Devine, an expert on poverty, inequality, and vulnerability
Sports
‘Type of cricket’ biggest concern for Tigers
The scepticism and queries over the team’s preparation were not at all surprising, considering how poorly the Tigers have fared in the last two T20 World Cups -- only winning over low-ranked Netherlands and Zimbabwe in 2022 while suffering a humiliating loss to Scotland the year before in the previous edition.
James Anderson: England's enduring 'king of swing'
India's Sachin Tendulkar, an all-time batting great, lauded Anderson's ability to challenge even cricket's greatest run-scorers. "He would hold the ball as if he is bowling an outswinger but the release point, he would try and bring the ball back in," said Tendulkar.
Kolkata down Mumbai to confirm IPL play-off berth
Two-time champions Kolkata posted 157-7 as Venkatesh Iyer top-scored with 42 off 21 balls after being invited to bat first at their home Eden Gardens in a 16-overs-a-side match
News
GPA 5 in SSC results: Girls outshine boys
A total 1,82,129 students achieved GPA 5 in this year's Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations.
Patient dies 'after being stuck in lift' for 45 minutes in Gazipur hospital
A patient of Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmed Medical College Hospital in Gazipur has died this morning after being stuck in a lift for 45 minutes
UN chief calls for 'immediate' Gaza ceasefire, hostage release
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged Sunday an immediate halt to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the return of hostages and a "surge" in humanitarian aid to the besieged Palestinian territory
BCL factions clash at RU
A clash erupted between two factions of Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) at Rajshahi University (RU) last night
Jashore Education Board tops SSC results
Jashore Education Board clinched the top spot in this year's Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations among the nine general boards with a pass rate of 92.33 percent
Glass bangles make a fashionable comeback
There is an undeniable charm associated with glass bangles, particularly during events like Pahela Baishakh. Traditionally sold by churiwalis, the craze for these colourful glass bangles died down...
Rise of a Nation
“We hardly hear people talking about how lucky we are to be an independent nation. How incredible it is that we earned our freedom. Without understanding the trauma and struggles we endured to earn...
Entertainment
Mother's Day Special / My mother gave me everything: Azmeri Haque Badhan
Badhan feels that her mother now plays an even bigger role in her life as she takes care of her child.
Mother's Day Special / I strive to be like her: Hridi Huq
Hridi Huq's mother is Lucky Enam, an Ekushey Padak-winning actress, who, along with her father Enamul Haque, played a significant role in her pursuit of acting.
Rock n’ Rhythm 4: Mired in chaos, overcome with emotion
On a day when the rain gods smiled favorably upon the hopes of about ten thousand people, barricades were broken, a stampede nearly ensued, and some logistical issues nearly ruined the experience for those holding general tickets at "Rock N’ Rhythm 4.0" in the capital’s International Convention City Bashundhara. However, for five men who have dedicated their entire lives to music, none of this could dampen the emotional reunion of Black's original lineup.
Life & Living
#Decor / Where decisions meet design: Basic guidelines for designing a CEO’s office
Decorating office spaces can be tricky and the task gets even harder when it comes to the office of the head of the company. While most corporate offices are somewhat mundane, with the right décor and furniture they can be a cosy place too.
Makeup artist Nerissa Nashin’s movement to celebrate all skin tones
For too long, the beauty industry has mirrored societal biases, notably through colourism, where lighter skin tones are often preferred over darker ones. To break the stereotype, Nerissa Nashin – a determined makeup artist – is challenging deep-seated norms. Her mission is bold yet beautifully simple: confronting the bias toward fair skin that pervades the beauty industry.
#Perspective / Helping furry friends: How you can help stray animals this summer
Whether you are a cat or dog person looking for ways to help out our furry friends in the summer heat, here are a few ways you can aid them and make a change.
Youth
The experience of being a woman stand-up comedian in Bangladesh
In conversation with Poushi Razzaque, a young stand-up comedian.
A conversation with the coach who led BUET to ICPC glory
Campus sat down with Sohel Rahman, a professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Fellow at the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences, and the team coach of BUET Potatoes, to learn more about the process and experience of representing the nation as part of the BUET ICPC team.
Bangladesh wins bronze at European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad
212 students from 55 countries competed in the global olympiad this year.
Tech & Startup
Two Bangladeshi teams qualify for MLBB World Cup South Asia
Two Bangladeshi esports teams, CMF Kral’s Council and MLT Crisis Requital, have reached the finals of the MLBB Champions Battle (MCB) Season 3, the official Bangladeshi tournament for the mobile game 'Mobile Legends: Bang Bang'. Subsequently, by reaching the finals, both teams have qualified for the South Asian round of the MLBB World Cup, to be held later this year.
Next Step / Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
Asus launches 6 new laptops in Bangladesh
Asus has recently launched six new laptops in Bangladesh, including the new dual-screen Zenbook DUO (UX8406) model. The other laptops recently released are ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405), ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403), ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605), ROG Strix G16 (G614), and ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G834).
Star Multimedia
Tk 34cr rail project in Lalmonirhat rife with allegations of irregularities
Find out more on today's Star Newsbytes
Clogged canals and water-logging: DNCC's 3-day waste exhibition begins
Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) today started a three-day exhibition of waste discarded in canals, drains and other public places to create public awareness
35th National Rabindra Sangeet Festival / National Rabindra Sangeet Festival to honour Kalim Sharafi and Sadi Mohammad this year
Two esteemed figures will be specially honoured during the festival and they are, Kalim Sharafi, marking his 100th birthday on May 8, and the late Sadi Mohammad.
Ceasefire talks end without agreement, Israeli attacks on Rafah continue
Israel launched a new attack on the Gaza Strip on Friday morning
Ecstasy and controversy: Comeback kings Real stun Bayern to reach UCL final
Real Madrid produced a spectacular comeback against Bayern Munich to reach the Champions League final on Wednesday with Joselu striking twice in the dying minutes, earning them a 2-1 win to progress 4-3 on aggregate. Alphonso Davies smashed the visiting German giants ahead in the second half but record 14-time winners Madrid produced a sensational comeback with Joselu netting in the 88th and 91st minutes. Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer made his first error leading goal since 2021 in the competition which gifted Real their first goal and the Bavarians had a controversial offside decision that went against them late in the game. The Daily Star's sports podcast Pitch Perfect brings you a spirited discussion on all the major events that transpired in the game in its latest episode.
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Environment
Dhaka's air quality 2nd worst in the world this morning
Dhaka has ranked second on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 175 at 9:00am this morning
More than 300 dead in Afghanistan flash floods: WFP
More than 300 people were killed in flash floods that ripped through multiple Afghan provinces, the UN's World Food Programme said Saturday, as authorities declared a state of emergency and rushed to rescue the injured
A 'voyage' from Kazipara to Karwan Bazar
As I left home for office this morning, an unwelcoming surprise was waiting for me
Rain likely in Dhaka, seven other divisions in next 72 hours
It is likely to rain in many parts of country, including Dhaka, for the next three days from today, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department
Commuters suffer as heavy rain inundates parts of Dhaka
The Meteorological Department recorded 87 millimetres rain between 6:00am and 9:00am and thunderstorm [Kalbaishakhi] at 52 kilometres per hour
Beating the heat with ‘cool’ initiatives
April 22 was one of the hottest days Dhaka has ever experienced in the last 65 years. While many city dwellers preferred to stay in the comfort of their homes, some students of the department of philosophy at Jagannath University had other plans.
Country to see another spell of heatwave
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicts a spell of mild to moderate heatwave in the second half of May after the current pre-monsoon rains subside.
Dhaka’s Toxic Air: High levels of cancer-causing elements found
The concentration of cancer-causing arsenic, lead and cadmium in Dhaka air is almost double the permissible limit set by the World Health Organization, a new study has found.
Fact-check
India sieves online deluge to stamp out disinformation in world's biggest election
Just last week, two AI-generated deepfake videos of Bollywood stars criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is seeking a rare third term, and asking people to vote for the opposition Congress went viral, drawing half a million views.
Deepfakes of Bollywood stars spark worries of AI meddling in India election
The two videos have been viewed on social media more than half a million times since last week, a Reuters review shows.
Fact check: Mossad did not describe deceased US airman as 'enemy'
More claims suggesting the remark came from Mossad spread across X and TikTok.
Meta to set up team to counter disinformation, AI abuse in EU elections
European Parliament elections will take place June 6-9. Its 720 lawmakers, together with EU governments, pass new EU policies and laws.
Misinformation and disinformation: A threat to democracy in Bangladesh
In today’s digital age, the spread of misinformation and disinformation has arisen as a major challenge to global democracy.
OpenAI to launch anti-disinformation tools for 2024 elections
The explosive success of text generator ChatGPT spurred a global artificial intelligence revolution but also triggered warnings that such tools could flood the internet with disinformation and sway voters.
Deepfake video targeting Gaibandha-1 candidate surfaces on Facebook
On the day of the National Election 2024, a fabricated video surfaced on Facebook featuring Nahid Niger, an independent candidate for the Gaibandha-1 seat, announcing her withdrawal from the election. Subsequent verification by Dismislab, an online platform specialising in media research and verification, confirmed that the video was a product of AI-based deepfake technology.
Podcast on fake news: Impact of Israel-Hamas conflict on Bangladesh's national election
Uncover the sources and intentions behind these circulating rumors.
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