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Migrants trapped in medical scam

Syndicate exploits Gulf-bound workers, issues fake fitness papers

"We want a Bangladesh-centric Election Commission”

“We're just going to say all of the remaining countries are going to pay, whether it’s 20% or 15%. We’ll work that out now,” Trump says

Opinion / Our dreams are NOT for sale!

Supreme Court Advocate Manzur-al-Matin writes

25km tailback on Dhaka-Sylhet highway in Brahmanbaria

The situation worsened due to several large potholes

Dengue cases cross 14,000 mark this year

138 new patients hospitalised in 24 hours

Abul Barkat sent to jail in graft case

Abul Barkat was arrested yesterday by DB

SAFF U-20 Women's Championship  / Bangladesh make emphatic start

Bangladesh made an emphatic start to their title defence of the SAFF U-20 Women's Championship with a 9-1 win against Sri Lanka at the Bashundhara Kings Arena on Friday.

Fire at garment factory in Karnaphuli EPZ doused

The fire originated in the factory “Zant Accessories” around 2:30pm

BMD forecasts rain across the country

All maritime ports have been advised to lower cautionary signals

The former Jubo Dal leader was shot around 1:30pm

Five of a family burnt in ‘gas explosion’ in Sutrapur

The blast occurred around 1:30am on the ground floor of a five-storey building in the Kagojitola area

Body of missing child found in jute field after 5 days in Kishoreganj

Police went and recovered the body at around 11:30am

Jashore board SSC results see sharp decline in pass rate and GPA-5s

Despite the drop, Jashore Board secured the second-highest pass rate among nine education boards in the country

Bangladesh in T20Is: A slow middle-overs sloth

Bangladesh innings always appear to be slowing down rather than gaining pace through the middle-overs in T20Is.

Opinion

Opinion

World Population Day / Three realities, one future: Why youth voice must shape population policy

Bangladesh risks missing the full benefits of its demographic dividend.

Are we ready for a proportional representation system?

The absence of any recommendation in favour of PR for the lower house has legal and procedural consequences.

Business

Business

Pharma exports more than double in seven years

Bangladesh’s pharmaceutical exports have more than doubled over the past seven years, reaching $213 million in the just-concluded fiscal year 2024-2025, thanks to the entry into fresh markets and a wave of new products.

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Sports

Sports

Bangladesh boys suffer semifinal defeat

Despite leading till the 50th minute, Bangladesh suffered a 6-4 defeat to Japan in the first semifinal of Men's U-18 Asia Cup hockey in China on Friday.

Anisimova's incredible Wimbledon run woven in brushstrokes and belief

The 23-year-old American had quietly stepped away from the chaos of elite tennis to tend to something far more delicate: her mental health.

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

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

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News

News

10 pushed back through Sherpur border

They were handed over to Nalitabari police station this morning

China denies asking firms to collect data illegally after new EU probe

However, TikTok has insisted that it has never received any requests from Chinese authorities for European users' data

Body of newborn recovered in Gazipur

Locals discovered the body inside a carton around 9:00am

Over 7,000 hectares of farmland submerged in Noakhali flooding

Waterlogging has occurred in the Sadar, Subarnachar, Kabirhat, Companiganj, Senbag, Begumganj, Sonaimuri, and Chatkhil upazilas of the district

Entertainment

Entertainment

Review / ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’: R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh bring sweet romcom back

Being a ’90s kid, I’ve been a fan of R Madhavan since his stint in “Banegi Apni Baat”—the cute boy in glasses with the most adorable smile. Later on, Madhavan became the heartthrob of an entire nation when he made us fall in love with the charming yet problematic character ‘Maddy’ in “Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein”.

Eminent poet Al Mahmud’s 89th birth anniversary today

Born on July 11, 1936, in Brahmanbaria, Al Mahmud (full name - Mir Abdus Shukur Al Mahmud) played a pivotal role in reshaping Bangla poetry in the post-Tagore era. His acclaimed collection 'Sonali Kabin' (Golden Dowry) brought together themes of rural life, love, history, nationalism, and spirituality in a lyrical and distinctly local voice, earning him wide recognition.

Justin Bieber drops seventh studio album today

Pop sensation Justin Bieber has officially released his seventh studio album today, under Def Jam Recordings, as confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. While no official announcement was made ahead of the release, promotional billboards and social media teasers had already built anticipation among fans.

Life & Living

Life & Living

How Tasmit Arny created a heritage‑rooted jersey for Bangladesh Women’s Football team

Designer Tasmit Afiyat Arny created Bangladesh’s women’s football jersey as a powerful symbol of unity, heritage, and pride — blending cultural motifs like Jamdani with modern identity to celebrate overlooked women athletes through purposeful fashion

#Musing / A letter to my future self in 2035

A heartfelt letter to the future self, reflecting on struggles, perseverance, personal growth, and the hope for happiness, success, and compassion. An inspiring reminder to stay grounded, kind, and committed to lifelong goals.

Thinking of adopting a child? What prospective parents in Bangladesh must know

Adoption in Bangladesh involves emotional and legal considerations, requiring genuine commitment, understanding of the process, and readiness for societal challenges. Parents should prepare for emotional adjustments, support from extended family, and fostering a strong bond with their child.

Youth

Youth

The reality of internships for Life Sciences students

With cutthroat global competition and a lack of streamlined infrastructure locally, students often find themselves questioning where to go and whether their degrees are even worth it.

Inside the journey of a Bangladeshi academic chasing a PhD at Texas A&M

Campus caught up with Md Hasan Al Banna to delve deeper into his PhD journey at Texas A&M.

Ways to overcome physical distance in your friendships

Long-distance friendships thrive on effort, updates, and honest connection.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Grameenphone launches ‘One’

Grameenphone (GP) has launched a new platform called 'Grameenphone One', introducing a suite of digital tools and services at an event in Dhaka on July 11.

Dubai to open restaurant featuring AI chef

A new restaurant called WOOHOO will open in September 2025 in Dubai's Downtown district, featuring what its developers claim to be the world's first AI chef. The establishment will operate with a hybrid human-AI system where recipes, menus, and dining ambience are created by an AI program called 'Chef Aiman', while human staff will handle food preparation and service.

X CEO Linda Yaccarino steps down

Linda Yaccarino is stepping down as CEO of X after serving two years in the role.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

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.

Mob justice has become alarmingly regular – why?

Let's find out more on today's episode of Star Explains

Watch / ‘I’ve always said I don’t want the mayor’s seat’

In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star on Thursday afternoon, Ishraque talked about some of the issues regarding the legality of the mayoral post, his stance over the matter, his current strife with the government, and the ongoing situation surrounding the Nagar Bhaban

Can Israel break thru Iran’s nuclear stronghold?

In today's episode of Star Explains, we dive into the story behind the GBU-57, unpack expert military opinions, and examine how this deepening Iran-US conflict is taking on new and complex dimensions

Environment

Environment

The ocean lounger

A coral hawkfish rests on a coral, thus the name, in the Bay of Bengal off Saint Martin’s Island.

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Swelling Teesta threatens the northern dists

More than 100 villages remain inundated following embankment breaches at 20 points in Feni, while a fresh threat looms in the north as the rising Teesta river may trigger temporary flooding in low-lying areas of Rangpur, Nilphamari, Kurigram and Lalmonirhat.

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Padma erosion threatens ferry ghat

Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB), however, claimed there is sufficient protection work around the ferry ghat

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Relentless rain triggers flash floods in Feni

Incessant rains for the past few days have triggered flash flooding in Feni’s Fulgazi and Parshuram upazilas.

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Heavy rain causes waterlogging in Chattogram's low lying areas

The city recorded 153.6 millimetres of rainfall in the 24 hours leading up to 12:00pm today

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Monsoon, depression over Bay: Thousands suffer in coastal districts

People suffered due to waterlogging in Cox's Bazar, Patuakhali, Feni, Bhola, Barishal, and Khulna

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Flood threat looms over Feni as Muhuri river swells 137cm above danger level

Four breaches occurred in Parshuram upazila and three in Fulgazi

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Haor ecosystem rarest in world, must be protected: environment adviser

Rizwana noted that the govt is formulating a master plan to protect the Haor region

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