Trump pressures Ukraine to compromise, warns against NATO aspirations
Several hundred Rohingyas are reportedly stranded just across the Naf River opposite Teknaf, unable to enter Bangladesh due to tightened border security, according to Rohingya community leaders.
For the past week, social media has been abuzz over the tragic death of Syeda Fahmida Tahsin Keya, a 25-year-old mother of four from Dhaka's Shewrapara, on the night of August 13.
Says Egyptian source; Ceasefire would include Palestinian prisoner release
The Anti-Corruption Commission has filed cases against three leading businessmen in the country on charges of embezzling large sums of money and amassing illegal wealth.
Carlos Alcaraz won the ATP Cincinnati Open title on Monday after defending champion Jannik Sinner retired due to illness during the first set.
With the BCCI set to announce India’s Asia Cup squad on Tuesday, debate continues over the batting order, with former opener Kris Srikkanth urging selectors to take a bold call by including 14-year-old opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
The 1947 Partition of South Asia is usually associated with divisions, disruption, and the melancholia of displacement.
Nine more officials of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) have been suspended for their alleged involvement in organising protests against the government's ordinance that dissolved the NBR and split it into two divisions.
Argentina's national team unveiled a revamped 31-man squad on Monday, led by Lionel Messi, for the South American qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup.
One of the deceased has been identified as Monir Hossain, 42. The identity of the other person, approximately 35 years old, is yet to be known
The negative focus on Zelenskiy's attire at the White House earlier in February was widely criticised at the time by Ukrainians, who have largely rallied around their leader since Moscow's invasion.
Ushakov in his remarks did not specify what he meant by raising the level at meetings, and did not directly address the possibility of a trilateral meeting between the leaders
During an interview on Fox News' "The Ingraham Angle" show, Rutte said security guarantees for Ukraine were discussed in the meeting and that there was no discussion about boots on the ground.
A man was allegedly poisoned to death by a loan shark and his associates in Rajshahi’s Mohanpur upazila.
Decision came today at a meeting of officials from the ministries of health, railways, and finance
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.
Biman Bangladesh Airlines Limited yesterday announced a record unaudited profit of Tk 937 crore for the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25.
Bangladesh national team hockey players share a jolly moment as they walk off the athletics track after completing a yo-yo fitness test at the National Stadium in Dhaka yesterday. Bangladesh, who had initially failed to qualify for the 2025 Men's Hockey Asia Cup, received confirmation on the same day that they will feature in the tournament in Bihar, India, from August 28, replacing Pakistan who withdrew over security concerns. Photo: Firoz Ahmed
Former France international Lassana Diarra is seeking 65 million euros ($76 million) from FIFA and the Belgian football association as part of a long-running legal battle, the player's lawyer announced on Monday.
In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.
Just a month after a major eviction drive, land reclaimed by the Water Development Board (WDB) has once again come under fresh encroachment, raising concerns over the sustainability of the operation.
A 34-foot bridge over the Ayman river in Muktagacha upazila of Mymensingh collapsed recently, leaving thousands of people in severe hardship.
The detainee is a former student of Munshiganj Government Haraganga College
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday claimed that the States monitors the India-Pakistan situation “every single day”, after repeated claims by Donald Trump of having brokered a ceasefire between the two nations.
Rain yesterday halted search and rescue operations in northern Pakistan after flash floods that have killed nearly 350 people with around 200 still missing, officials said.
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.
Find out the answer on today's Star Explains
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.
