Husbands killed 19 women on average each month this year
Trump will meet first Zelensky and then the leaders of Britain, Germany, France, Italy, Finland, the European Union and NATO, the White House says
Simcha Rothman was scheduled to visit Sydney and Melbourne this month
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is confident summer signing Estevao will develop into a key man for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 winners.
Senior secretary says draft plan ready
Borussia Dortmund on Monday confirmed striker Sebastien Haller had joined Dutch side Utrecht on a permanent deal.
Sarwar Alam appointed as the new DC of Sylhet
The 1947 Partition of South Asia is usually associated with divisions, disruption, and the melancholia of displacement.
A Detective Branch team arrested him in Dhaka's Gulshan yesterday
Three injured in Gobindaganj; Rafiqul earlier accused of assaulting Santal woman and torching her home
The chief adviser called for a more compassionate approach towards nature
This will be the ninth edition of the HSBC Export Excellence Awards
Interim government cites unwritten ‘zero-portrait’ policy
Bangladesh's logistics costs double global average, World Bank official says
On the first day, 46 aspirants for JUCSU posts and 86 for hall union positions collected their forms
The Health Ministry has selected 33 recommendations from the Health Sector Reform Commission as it seeks to begin implementing the much-needed reform process in the country’s health system.
Woman killed by husband in Shewrapara the latest in a disturbing trend
This gathering marks the forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)’s shift from talk to the engine of South-South solidarity.
Romelu Lukaku will miss Napoli's opening fixture of their Serie A title defence after suffering a thigh injury which could keep the Belgium striker out for months, the Italian champions said on Monday.
Bangladesh will compete in the upcoming AHF Asia Cup hockey in place of Pakistan, who have refused to travel to host nation India, citing security concerns.
In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.
Regular classes at the RU remained suspended for three hours
According to police and locals, the incident took place around 10:30pm last Wednesday
Efforts by mediators Egypt and Qatar, along with the United States, have so far failed to secure a lasting ceasefire in the ongoing war
Probe committee identifies 61 individuals opposing student movement
In the rule, the court asked the authorities concerned of the government to explain why their inaction to stop collection of the surcharge should not be declared illegal
Before the sun rises over Dhaka’s Korail slum, many mothers set out early for a long day of work, carrying the unspoken worry of who will care for their children while they are away.
There are thousands of people in Dhaka, each living a different life. But a few things are constant for all. Apart from the unavoidable traffic and the signal at Bijoy Sarani, their love-hate...
Heme pointed out that after the monetisation of photos was introduced recently on social media, many are grabbing the chance to make a business out of this.
My first instinct, when walking into “Troubling Rain” at Alliance Française de Dhaka, was to recall how often rain has been romanticised in this city’s cultural memory. Generations have sung about it, written about it, danced to its rhythm. The monsoon, in Bangla literature, has been the backdrop for longing, love, and lyricism. From Tagore’s verses to Nazrul’s songs, it has always been imagined as something that enhances beauty and deepens emotion. And yet, what Abir Abdullah does in this exhibition is strip the rain of its poetry and return it to its grit.
The musician asserted, “These are matters of history. People will honour their leader; they will express their love with bouquets. To those who wish to suppress this, I can only say, no one can ever ‘crush’ love and remembrance!”
Gold holds deep cultural, historical, and emotional significance in Bengal, symbolising love, tradition, and financial security. From ancient trade to modern weddings, heirloom jewellery to designer pieces, gold jewellery remains timeless, versatile, and a cherished investment across generations.
Stage fright triggers anxiety, fear of failure, and physical stress, but performers can overcome it with consistent practice, mindfulness, relaxation, positive affirmations, and gradual exposure, turning nervous energy into confidence for powerful, polished public performances and successful audience connection.
Adopt eco-friendly habits to reduce waste, save energy, cut emissions, and support sustainability. From using reusables and reducing meat to greener transport and mindful shopping, small lifestyle changes can significantly benefit the planet and your health.
It has become essential to understand that despite all the challenges we as a country collectively face, we must not forget those who elevate and preserve our culture and our language.
Following the July uprising, Rajshahi University (RU) authorities had promised sweeping reforms in hall management, particularly in dining services and seat allocation.
Rest in power, AK Ratul. You will not be forgotten.
Dhaka witnessed a royal spectacle on Saturday, 16 August 2025, as Royal Enfield owners from across the city gathered for the first-ever Royal Enfield Rideout 2025.
The first-ever World Humanoid Robot Games was recently held in Beijing, where more than 500 humanoid robots from around the globe went head-to-head in a mix of sporting clashes and practical challenges.
AI search startup Perplexity has made an unexpected $34.5 billion all-cash bid to buy Google’s Chrome browser - a price much higher than its own estimated valuation of $18 billion.
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.
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This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.
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.
Strong currents left deep pits in homesteads and yards, while poultry, goats and cattle were washed away in several areas
Water levels of Teesta and Dudhkumar rivers start to drop
A pheasant-tailed jacana, known as ‘jol moyur’ in Bangla, soars over a tranquil wetland in Chuadanga.
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.
Rab claims to have found Bholaganj’s white stone stored in seven warehouses
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
The heatwave was intensified by the burning of fossil fuels, which release planet-heating carbon emissions, they said.
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.
