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Promises vs reality: RU students still face poor food, housing woes

RU has around 32,000 students but its 17 residential halls can house only about 10,000

Modern farming practices reshape Bangladesh's traditional farmlands

The anticlimactic end to the closely watched summit was in stark contrast to the pomp and circumstance with which it began

Five arrested over stone looting in Sylhet’s Sada Pathor

1,500 unnamed people accused in the case

LDC graduation: Govt prepares for transition amid calls for delay

The government is pressing ahead with Bangladesh's planned graduation from the UN's Least Developed Countries category in November 2026

Stop torturing the poor with unnecessary medical tests: law adviser

He urges for more investment to enhance quality services

Two held over Banani shisha lounge killing

In preliminary interrogations, the suspects revealed a long-standing dispute with Rahat over dominance in the Banani lounge

Why are our major rivers no longer within humanity’s safe limits?

Globally, Bangladesh is known as the land of rivers and flooding.

Floodwaters recede, but suffering of northern people persists

Strong currents left deep pits in homesteads and yards, while poultry, goats and cattle were washed away in several areas

Elephant attack victims airlifted to Dhaka CMH

BGB helicopter carries two vets and an activist for advanced treatment

Monsoon rains in Pakistan leave 321 dead in 48 hours: disaster agency

Most were killed in flash floods and collapsing houses

The $63.5 billion goal: Can domestic bottlenecks be overcome?

Semenyo racist abuse at Liverpool shocks Bournemouth captain

Bournemouth captain Adam Smith said he was left shocked and angered after teammate Antoine Semenyo reported being racially abused by a fan during the Cherries' 4-2 defeat at Liverpool in the opening game of the Premier League season.

Chattogram-Dhaka fuel pipeline inaugurated

Transporting 50 lakh litres of diesel from Patenga to Godnail will now take only 12 hours

Jackfruit: Bangladesh’s forgotten superfruit

Jackfruit remains a vastly underutilised resource in our food system

Shahjalal International Airport Terminal-3: Operations face further delay

The launch of Dhaka airport’s third terminal faces a further delay, as the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) is still negotiating an operation and maintenance agreement -- a prerequisite for starting services -- with a Japanese consortium.

Opinion

Opinion

'Now the teachers adore me'

A mother’s grief exposes a broken education system

Don't let our children grow up amid garbage

Nearly 10.7 lakh children are involved in hazardous work that is illegal for anyone under 18 years of age.

Business

Business

StanChart shares fall 9% after US lawmaker calls for probe

Bank calls allegations 'entirely false'

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Sports

Sports

Off-season woes of forgotten first-class cricketers

In November last year, pacer Mehedi Hasan Rana returned to competitive cricket after a two-year hiatus due to injury through first-class competition National Cricket League (NCL). The pacer made his mark immediately as he claimed 19 wickets in two matches and received player-of-the-match awards in both games for Khulna Division.

Former Australian cricket captain and coach Bob Simpson dies

Former Australian cricket captain and coach Bob Simpson has died aged 89, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praising the all-rounder for his "extraordinary service" to the sport.

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

Air Canada set to shut down over flight attendants strike

Air Canada's flight attendants were poised to strike on Saturday as the carrier cancelled hundreds of flights impacting more than 100,000 passengers ahead of a threatened work stoppage that could shut down service

Meta probed over AI chatbot talk with children

A US senator on Friday announced an investigation into whether Meta AI chatbots were allowed to engage in potentially harmful online exchanges with children

Putin says 'understanding' with Trump on Ukraine

Putin and Trump praised the meeting, with the Russian leader branding it as 'constructive'

Body recovered from canal in Ctg

The victim, Mohammad Harun, 30, was an assistant excavator operator

Entertainment

Entertainment

The behind-the-scenes wizards of showbiz

In the glittering world of showbiz, the spotlight often falls on the faces we see on screen, while those working tirelessly behind the scenes remain in the shadows. Blender’s Choice The-Daily Star OTT & Digital Content Awards shines that long-overdue light on these unsung heroes, honouring their skill, passion, and relentless dedication. This celebration is not just about recognition—it’s about applauding the creativity and hard work that elevate every project for the audience they serve.

Selim Al Deen theatre festival opens with liberation war play ‘Deyal’

The Dhaka Theatre has launched a four-day festival in memory of the legendary playwright Selim Al Deen, staging his Liberation War-based drama “Deyal” at the Mahila Samity Auditorium in Dhaka. The festival, which began Friday (August 15), marks Selim Al Deen’s 76th birth anniversary and will continue until August 18.

Tawsif Mahbub shoots ‘Khowabnama’ scene with six live snakes

Actor Tawsif Mahbub endured a nerve-racking challenge for director Vicky Zahed’s upcoming drama “Khowabnama”, which blends thriller and supernatural elements. The newly released poster shows Tawsif lying in a grave, his body draped with snakes — a striking image that sparked disbelief among fans. To prove it was real, the actor shared behind-the-scenes footage showing live snakes being placed on him during the shoot.

Life & Living

Life & Living

#Women Empowerment / How Dhaka’s female fitness instructors are redefining wellness

Female fitness instructors in Dhaka are transforming wellness by challenging norms, empowering women through strength training, and promoting accessible, holistic health. Their rise signals a growing, inclusive fitness culture reshaping the city's perception of health.

Feeling sad after a trip? You’re not alone

Travel depression is the emotional low that follows a trip, marked by sadness, fatigue, and lack of motivation. Caused by high expectations and routine shock, it’s eased through self-care, routine, reflection, and goal-setting.

Floral sarees: A tribute to mothers, memories, and style

Floral sarees blend timeless elegance with cultural heritage, evoking nostalgic memories and romantic charm. Crafted in chiffon, georgette, cotton, and muslin, these versatile drapes suit every occasion, from summer lunches to festive gatherings, effortlessly enhancing feminine grace and style.

Youth

Youth

Apply: Chevening Scholarships for Bangladeshi students to study in the UK

Applications for the 2026–27 Chevening Scholarships were opened on August 5, 2025.

Pirate flag from One Piece anime is Indonesia’s newest protest symbol

Students and activists in Indonesia have put up the One Piece pirate sign as a symbol of protest against several government policies.

In our algorithm-centric lives, we must extend our empathy

Sometimes we simply must observe and keep up, even if it's uncomfortable.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

Robo Life becomes champion at Startup World Cup Bangladesh 2025

Robo Life Technology has won the Bangladesh regional final of the Startup World Cup 2025, receiving a BDT 50,000 in investment funding and securing a place to represent Bangladesh at the Global Startup World Cup competition to be held in San Francisco, USA to compete for a USD 1 million investment prize.

You can now have private chats with Google Gemini

Google has introduced a new Temporary Chat feature to its Gemini app, allowing users to have private conversations that won’t be saved or used to personalise future responses. These chats will not appear in recent chats or Gemini Apps Activity, and Google says they also won’t be used to train its AI models.

Star Multimedia

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

Teesta road bridge embankment partially collapses; 1,000 families at risk

Water levels of Teesta and Dudhkumar rivers start to drop

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Waltzing in the wetlands

A pheasant-tailed jacana, known as ‘jol moyur’ in Bangla, soars over a tranquil wetland in Chuadanga.

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Looted stones being restored at Sada Pathor

The district administration, during a joint operation in Bholaganj of Sylhet’s Companiganj upazila and parts of Sylhet city, has recovered over 35,000 cubic feet of stones previously looted from the Sada Pathor tourist spot.

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Drive underway in Demra to recover Sada Pathor looted from Bholaganj

Rab claims to have found Bholaganj’s white stone stored in seven warehouses

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Contractual workers of BPC companies stage protest in Ctg

Contractual workers of oil companies under the Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) staged a protest in Chattogram today to press home their five-point demand..The demonstration took place from 11:00am to 2:00pm in front of the BPC head office in the Saltgola area..Over a hundred w

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Climate change made Nordic heatwave 2C hotter: study

The heatwave was intensified by the burning of fossil fuels, which release planet-heating carbon emissions, they said.

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Sada Pathor stripped bare

Bholaganj’s Sada Pathor, a broad, shallow stretch of the Dholai River where smooth white stones once lay against the backdrop of Meghalaya’s hills, has long been one of Sylhet’s top tourist attractions.

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Heavy rain, cautionary signals issued as low pressure forms over Bay

All fishing boats and trawlers in the north Bay and deep sea have been advised to remain close to shore and proceed with caution until further notice

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