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Abdul Hamid returns home after treatment in Thailand

Two police officials were withdrawn and two others suspended for negligence in duty regarding the former president's departure from the country

The interim government on Sunday shared both the letters on its Facebook page

About a dozen National Guard members were seen in video footage on Sunday morning lining up at a federal building in downtown Los Angeles, where detainees from immigration raids on Friday were taken, sparking protests that continued on Saturday.

Alcaraz beats Sinner in epic final to clinch French Open title

Carlos Alcaraz saved three championship points as he produced an astonishing fightback from two sets down to beat Jannik Sinner in a French Open final for the ages on Sunday.

Govt yet to receive any letter from Tulip: Shafiqul

Tulip has written to Yunus as she wants to meet him in London to clear up a "misunderstanding" after corruption allegations made by the interim govt led her to resign from the UK government

Portugal win second Nations League title after shootout success over Spain

Cristiano Ronaldo was in tears as Portugal picked up their second Nations League title by beating holders Spain 5-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 draw in Sunday's final.

Bangladesh intensifies Covid-19 screening at Benapole amid surge in India

The move comes following an alert issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on June 6

Covid-19 screening tightened at Ctg Airport as cases rise in India

According to a statement signed by Mohammad Ibrahim Khalil, public relations officer at the airport, a set of precautionary measures has been rolled out to prevent potential spread of the virus through international arrivals

Three-storey school building collapses into Jamuna in Manikganj

The school had been under threat from severe river erosion over the past few days

'This one hurts': Sinner wants to forget painful French Open final loss

Jannik Sinner said he would try to "delete" the memory of his five-set loss to Carlos Alcaraz in the Roland Garros final on Sunday, after the world number one passed up three championship points as the Spaniard roared back to claim victory.

England seal T20 series win over the West Indies

England completed a series win over the West Indies with a game to spare after chasing down a target of 197 in the second T20 international in Bristol on Sunday.

WTC final between Australia and South Africa: All you need to know

The Ultimate Test nears closer as the two best teams, South Africa and Australia, do battle for the World Test Championship mace from 11 June.

Lewandowski to boycott national team under current coach

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski said Sunday he would boycott his national team Poland so long as  coach Michal Probierz remained in charge.

Man held for ‘raping’ 12-year-old Mro girl

The alleged incident occurred after the suspect, identified as Men Ya Mro, 40, took two girls out in search for crabs last night

Opinion

Opinion

World Environment Day / Why change must start with people

On World Environment Day, the conversation around plastic pollution takes centre stage.

We must uphold the spirit of Eid-ul-Azha

Let safety, empathy, and civic duty mark this extended holiday

Business

Business

Gold prices rise ahead of Eid-ul-Azha

New rates effective from today

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Sports

Sports

Markram says South Africa woes 'buried' ahead of WTC final

South Africa batsman Aiden Markram insists there will be no mental scarring from his side's previous failures when they face holders Australia in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.

Mbappe and Olise earn France third place in Nations League

Goals from captain Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise earned France a 2-0 victory over Germany in a playoff on Sunday as they finished third in this season's Nations League.

Pitch Perfect / Bangladesh cricket in a mess: On and off the field

This episode of The Daily Star’s podcast Pitch Perfect takes a deep dive into the unfolding crisis and tries to shed light on the root causes of the dysfunction and explore what it would take to bring Bangladesh cricket back from the brink.

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News

News

Israel says to block Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg

The organisers of the Madleen's voyage said Saturday they had reached Egyptian waters and were nearing Gaza, where the war between Israel and Hamas has entered its 21st month

Farmers struggling to sell crops amid inclement weather

Around 6 lakh agrarian families in this region are facing financial uncertainties ahead of Eid-ul-Azha.

Rawhide collectors struggle amid price collapse

Many are now facing mounting losses as market prices fall far below expectations and government-fixed rates

Under-construction embankment collapses in Kurigram

A 12-metre stretch of an under-construction embankment along the Dudhkumar river at Islampur village under Kurigram’s Bhurungamari upazila has yet to be repaired after it collapsed two weeks ago, leaving local residents at risk of further erosion in monsoon..The collapse occurred before th

Entertainment

Entertainment

Eid Special / It’s all about family for Sumi

For Shahnaz Sumi, Eid-ul-Azha has been just another day-- Each year unfolds in its own unique way, bringing fresh surprises and heartwarming moments that make the festival deeply meaningful for her.

Eid Special / Priom avoids extravagance on the festival of sacrifice

As the festive season arrives, Priom, like many others, reflects on the bittersweet essence of Eid—the joy wrapped in family rituals, coloured with memories of loved ones no longer around.

Eid Special / For Tawsif, Eid defines who we are

For shopping and dining out, Tawsif prefers the convenience of paying by card. “It’s really hard carrying cash. With a card, you can buy anything, anywhere—it’s just more convenient,” he says.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Familiar Dhaka in an unfamiliar mood

The familiar city now appears in an unfamiliar form—no traffic jams, no honking, no packed footpaths

Safe meat storage tips for qurbani Eid at home

This Eid, prevent leftover meat waste with safe handling, proper freezing below -18°C, airtight packaging, and portioning. Defrost meat slowly in the fridge, marinate for flavour and safety, and always discard spoiled meat to ensure freshness and health.

Turn qurbani cuts into gourmet steaks this Eid

This Eid-ul-Azha, elevate your Qurbani beef with perfectly cooked steaks. Learn expert steak techniques from choosing cuts to seasoning and doneness — ditch the bhuna routine and serve juicy, flavour-packed steak that celebrates bold carnivore flair.

Youth

Youth

Young entrepreneurs and the many challenges they face

The challenges in question often vary from industry to industry, yet, these young minds try their best to persevere.

LOTUS: The first generation Mars Rover from Green University of Bangladesh

The GUB Mars rover is representing Bangladesh at the finals of the Anatolian Rover Challenge 2025.

Beyond the Summit: Nishat’s climb was never just about Everest

When she told her family about climbing Everest, someone said, "Isn't that like going to Bandarban?"

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

A young James Bond in action of new 007 game

Sony has unveiled a treat for gaming and film fans alike by debuting a trailer for 007: First Light, the next video game entry in the James Bond franchise on May 5.

Team from UIU qualifies for MATE ROV World Championship

A team of students from United International University (UIU) has qualified for the MATE ROV World Championship, a global underwater robotics competition where student teams build and operate ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) to solve real-world marine challenges.

Next Step / Is the CFA the right choice for you? 

The Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is administered by the CFA Institute and is often considered one of the most prestigious credentials in the finance industry. While it is ideal for finance professionals, not all functions require it and hence, the CFA journey is not worth it for everyone. This guide explores who should consider the CFA, what value it adds to a career in finance, and what alternative qualifications might be worth considering.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

Sheikh Hasina's trial begins, what lies next?

Watch today's Star Explains to know more about the five specific allegations mentioned in the charge sheet

Why did the question of chief adviser's resignation arise?

Disappointment and anger have been expressed surrounding the recent events. All in all, the question arises, which way is the politics of Bangladesh headed this time? What does the rapidly changing landscape indicate?

How video game shots are being used as videos of India-Pakistan conflict

Today's Star Explains is on how the web of misinformation is being spread around the conflict, and who is fuelling it

How is Bangladesh being affected despite the US tariff suspension?

Watch today's episode of Star Explains to find out more

24 parties in 8 months: History repeating itself or is democracy growing?

Let's find out the answers in today's episode of Star Explains

Environment

Environment

Light rain likely in parts of country today

In Dhaka, the wind will flow from the south or southeast at speeds between 8 and 12 kph

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Light to moderate rain, thundershowers likely over parts of Bangladesh

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers with lightning and temporary gusty wind is likely at a few places over Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places in Dhaka, Khulna, Rangpur, Rajshahi and Mymensingh divisions, the Met office says

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Floods feared as rain-fed rivers in Sylhet cross danger mark

As of 9:00am today, the rivers were still overflowing at four key monitoring points, according to the Water Development Board (WDB) in the district

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Nationwide tree plantation, anti-plastic campaign held

Mission Green Bangladesh took the initiative. Over 5,000 trees were planted, with the active participation of 1,700 volunteers

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Interview / 'Bangladesh has emerged as a key learning hub for regional climate resilience'

Says ICIMOD DDG Izabella Koziell marking World Environment Day

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Call for action as plastic waste threatens Sundarbans ecosystem

Pollution from bottles, packaging, and polythene endangers aquatic life in the region

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Power division gets 30% lower budget allocation

The allocation for the power division in the national budget for fiscal year 2025-26 is around 30 percent less than that of the previous fiscal year, while it has been nearly doubled for the energy and mineral resources division. .The government has decided to cut electricity production c

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3 individuals, 3 institutions nominated for National Environment Award

Each winner will receive a crest, certificate,Tk 50,000 cheque, and a 22-carat gold medal

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