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1 year of interim govt / Economy shows signs of healing

If macroeconomic stabilisation has been the interim government's main success, revenue collection is its most glaring failure

The BNP and its like-minded partners, who had staged simultaneous protests against the Awami League government, will take part in the February election as an alliance.

The National Consensus Commission will resume talks next week, beginning with consultations with experts, to decide how to implement the July National Charter and ensure its legal enforceability.

Anatomy of BGB shootings in Rampura

It was 6:14pm on Friday, July 19, 2024. Two Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel were advancing into Banasree G Block in Dhaka.

Biskut Factory Studio / Lunch, art and legacy at Beauty Boarding

I have never been to the legendary Beauty Boarding in Shiris Das Lane, Bangla Bazar. I know, it is an unpardonable offense, and I should probably be denied my self-proclaimed title as a Dhaka-know-all.

This generation has already moved beyond ’71: Nahid

"We have said it before -- '24 is the continuation of '71. The aspirations of '71 -- equity, dignity, and justice -- were reaffirmed through the anti-discriminatory and democratic uprising of '24," he wrote on Facebook

Column by Mahfuz Anam / July Declaration: Where is the roadmap for our future journey?

Denigration of our Liberation War will never be acceptable

New York declares total war on prolific rat population

Alongside targeted interventions, officials are mounting an effort to educate the public about the need to avoid leaving behind food waste that feeds and sustains the rat population

Trump demands $1bn from University of California over UCLA protests

President Donald Trump demanded a massive $1 billion fine from the prestigious University of California system on Friday as the administration pushed its claims of antisemitism in UCLA's response to 2024 student protests related to Gaza

Debutant Nawaz sparks Pakistan to 5-wicket win over Windies

Hasan Nawaz made a triumphant ODI debut, going 63 not out on Friday to power Pakistan over West Indies by five wickets in their ODI series opener.

In the past few months, the women's cricketers of Bangladesh have faced gross neglect from two of the leading cricketing entities in the country – the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) and the Cricketers Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB) – in two different instances.

Who pays when the roads are blocked?

The irony is that even when there is no political unrest, the culture of blocking roads for rallies and commemorations has the same suffocating effect on commuters, small business owners, and informal workers.

OpenAI unveils GPT-5 with major upgrades in reasoning, writing and safety

OpenAI has announced the release of GPT-5, its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date, promising substantial gains in reasoning, accuracy and real-world utility.

Germany halts arms exports that Israel can use in Gaza

The first time Germany acknowledged denying military support to its long-time ally

An economic check-in after one year of interim govt

One year into its tenure, the interim government has a record of stark contradictions. While it successfully pulled the economy back from the brink of collapse, it has profoundly failed to restore the confidence of investors, leaving the economic future in a state of vulnerable uncertainty.

Opinion

Opinion

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples / Protecting indigenous knowledge in the age of AI

AI can play a crucial role in the development of indigenous knowledge.

60th Anniversary of Singapore's Independence / A renewed commitment to Bangladesh's future

We will continue to work closely with Bangladesh to expand ties into new areas to take our countries to greater heights.

Business

Business

Tariff math favours Bangladesh in shifting US trade landscape

When US President Donald J. Trump burst back onto the global trade stage, he brought with him a term that’s now rattling old-school trade economists: reciprocal tariff.

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Sports

Sports

Four years without silverware: Can Simeone turn it around?

Diego Simeone's once untouchable reign at Atletico Madrid faces its biggest crisis as the club great starts his 14th season amid mounting pressure after four trophy-less campaigns and a growing disconnect between his measured ambitions and the board's aims.

Barcelona reinstate Ter Stegen as captain

Barcelona on Friday reinstated goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen as captain after resolving a dispute over the German's fitness.

Women's Asian Cup: Bangladesh’s group and tough road ahead

In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.

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News

News

18 Bangladeshis pushed in through Naogaon border

During preliminary questioning, the detainees informed BGB that they are Bangladeshi citizens who had entered India illegally several years ago through the Satkhira and Benapole borders

Transport owners threaten 72hr strike from Aug 12 if demands not met

This was announced at a representative meeting of the Bangladesh Road Transport Owners-Workers Coordination Council at the Jashore District Workers Union on Friday

8 fishermen missing as trawler capsizes in Bay

The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon when another fishing vessel hit the trawler, said Coast Guard officials

Tuhin Murder: Grieving family seeks justice for slain journalist

“Bring back my son alive, my heart, my beloved one,” cried 90-year-old Hasan Jamal, father of slain journalist Asaduzzaman Tuhin, 40, as relatives and neighbours gathered around him.

‘No govt interference in media operations’

In response to concerns of the Newspaper Owners’ Association of Bangladesh regarding overall media freedom and journalists’ safety, the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing yesterday said there has been “no government interference” in media operations since it took office.

Entertainment

Entertainment

Adnan Al Rajeev’s ‘Ali’ to compete at 50th TIFF

TIFF 2025, set to run from September 4 to 14 in Toronto, will celebrate its 50th anniversary this year and is expected to draw the world's top filmmakers, industry executives, and press, making it an exceptional opportunity for the “Ali” team to share their work with an international audience.

Dameer steps out of his ‘Khancha’

“I might have been making a name for myself during the tail end of my teenage years, but that also entailed eventually making deals and working with questionable people,” divulged Dameer Khan. The once-emerging, unprecedented talent, who shot to popularity, recently spoke with The Daily Star over a call from Canada to exclusively share his story — one that involved undergoing a critical legal dispute with his ex-management while assembling his nightlife business from the ground up, prior to the release of “Khancha”.

NTV to air special indigenous drama ‘Joya’ tonight

To mark International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on August 9, NTV will air a special tele-drama titled “Joya” tonight at 9:30pm.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Want a pet? First tick these 7 responsibility boxes

Before adopting a pet, assess your time, finances, patience, and living environment. Pets need consistent care, safety, and acceptance from your household and community. Responsible pet ownership starts with realistic planning and long-term commitment.

#Perspective / “Pappu’s Art School for All” brings rickshaw painting to everyone

Pappu’s Art School for All in Old Dhaka offers free rickshaw painting classes to underprivileged and differently-abled individuals, preserving heritage while empowering youth. This inclusive grassroots movement makes traditional Bangladeshi art accessible to everyone.

#Perspective / Eyes on July, scars for life

There’s a silence that settles in when the shouting ends and when the camera finally rests. But for the photojournalists who stood in the eye of July’s storm, that silence is anything but peaceful. These are not just men with cameras. They are the reluctant custodians in a country where truth is often unwelcome.

Youth

Youth

Student involvement in policy and politics

The future of Bangladesh, much like its history, would have students’ voices guiding it. At least, that was what many of them hoped for.

One year post-uprising: How do students view Bangladesh today?

How much of the students' expectations after the uprising have been fulfilled?

We mourn

The Campus team extends its most profound and sincere condolences to the survivors and the families of the victims.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

WhatsApp banned 6.8 million accounts linked to scams

WhatsApp has banned more than 6.8 million accounts in the first half of 2025, citing links to organised scam operations, some of which are believed to be run from criminal centres in Southeast Asia. 

Japan daily sues ‘free-riding’ AI firm Perplexity

Japan’s Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper, one of the world’s biggest by circulation, is suing US-based AI firm Perplexity for allegedly “free-riding” on its content on its search engine.

Wikipedia dominates ChatGPT’s sources, study shows

A new study has found that ChatGPT, Google’s AI Overviews, and Perplexity AI cite wildly different sources of information, raising important questions for brands and content creators trying to stay visible in the age of AI.

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Star Multimedia

News Analysis / Governed by Facebook posts, ruled by confusion

It was just about 7:00am on Monday. A mother sat with her daughter at a bus counter in Dinajpur, set for a two-hour commute to Rangpur for the daughter’s HSC exam three hours later.

Watch / Plenty of promises, but where’s the action?

This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.

Who, how, and under what rules gets a firearm license?

A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.

WATCH / 25 years since Test status: How far have Bangladesh come?

On June 26, 2000, Bangladesh became the 10th nation to gain Test status from the ICC -- a historic milestone that sparked hope and pride across the country.

Environment

Environment

Rain leaves Ctg waterlogged, portion of bridge collapsed

A portion of a bridge over the Sheetal Jharna Canal, on the Oxygen–Bayezid road, collapsed early this morning

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Nature Quest: Guardians of the night

An oriental bay owl stares wide-eyed right into the camera as it was spotted in Chattogram’s Hazirikhil Wildlife Sanctuary.

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BGFCL signs deal with Chinese firm to drill two deep gas wells

Titas-31 will be the deepest well in the country, while Bakhrabad-11 will rank among the deepest

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Cold, hot functional tests completed at Rooppur Power Plant's unit-1

This is another progress of commissioning activities of the country's first nuclear power plant

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Writ petition seeks HC directive to protect Teota Zamindar Bari in Manikanj

Advocate Zahid Ahammad Hero submitted the petition as a public interest litigation on Sunday

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Rain may continue across Bangladesh for five more days: BMD

Authorities urge vigilance in flood-prone, low-lying areas as active monsoon persists

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Why was July 2025 wetter in Bangladesh?

Bangladesh experienced three low-pressure systems on July 7, July 14 and July 24 which led to heavy rain

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Evict 508 illegal structures from Gomti river: HC

The High Court yesterday directed the deputy commissioner of Cumilla to take necessary steps to evict 508 illegal structures occupying the banks of Gomti river in the district within six months.

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