The cheques police recovered from the house of Riyad worth around Tk 2.25 crore belonged to former AL lawmaker Abul Kalam Azad
From above, the nighttime brightness of Gaza City has reduced by a factor of 16 in the intervening period.
The adviser urged the international community to begin implementing the two-state solution without delay
Let's not let this dog's death be just another forgotten statistic, let it be a beginning.
The flight eventually departed Sharjah at 6:42am and landed in Dhaka around 1:30pm
OpenAI has launched a new 'study mode' for ChatGPT, intended to guide students through learning rather than directly providing answers. The feature, now available to all users, including free accounts, will soon be extended to ChatGPT Edu, a specialised version of the AI tool for educational institutions.
Trump's unilateral tariffs: Undermining global trade rules for 'America First'
Months-long investigation by The Daily Star indicates state forces increased deployment of lethal weapons after the ousted PM authorised their use
The central bank is set to unveil its latest monetary policy for the first half of the fiscal year (FY) 2025-26 tomorrow, as inflation slows but private sector credit growth hovers at multi-year lows, underscoring the fragility of the country’s economic recovery.
Trump told reporters his administration will notify some 200 countries soon
The party earned Tk 2,64,38,938 and spent Tk 1,79,88,044
Jamaat, NCP and IAB have voiced reservations about the draft while BNP has expressed partial agreement with the proposed reforms
The meeting took place at the Chief Adviser's Office (CAO) in Tejgaon
Shortly after 0600 GMT, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said 1-1.2-metre waves were impacting the Hawaiian islands.
Process to file a case with Kalabagan Police Station is underway
The mismatch has prompted fresh calls among economists for investigations.
Dear children, can you ever forgive us?
In this “noya bondobosto,” discrimination has simply been repackaged, following the same rotten patterns we thought we had destroyed.
The directive also calls for the country’s surveillance system to be brought in line with international standards
England veteran Joe Root has increased his lead at the top of the ICC Men's Test Batting Rankings as young gun Abhishek Sharma joined white-ball greats Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav and became just the third Indian player to hold the No.1 spot for T20I batters.
In Star Explains, we break down Bangladesh’s group, their challenges, and their prospects in the upcoming Asian Cup.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
He died after being scalded by hot water from a dyeing machine at a factory in Bhadam area
A six-member bench of the Appellate Division of the SC fixed the date after concluding the hearing on the petition
"This represents a flagrant violation of the ceasefire agreement," said a foreign ministry statement.
Here are the key facts about tsunamis
Companies are making it clear how they intend to deal with it
When you’re on the streets of Dhaka, perhaps idly sitting in the backseat of a vehicle, if you take a minute to stop doom-scrolling and stare out through the windows, you will more than likely see...
The latest go-to place in Dhaka is “At the Table”, a food court at the crossroads of Moghbazar Mor and Eskaton, towards Bangla Motor. This intersection is one of the most chaotic and busiest in the...
First-look images show Pitt clad in Cliff’s signature sun-faded denim, golden locks, and vintage swagger, standing outside the Beverly Cinema under a 1977 Richard Pryor movie poster — signaling the film’s gritty retro setting, nearly a decade after the events of Tarantino’s 2019 film.
Sony Pictures is officially developing a sequel to the beloved 1997 romantic comedy “My Best Friend’s Wedding”, with “Past Lives” director and screenwriter Celine Song onboard to pen the script, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
The film will start streaming from August 7. Notably, Chorki has also announced that, alongside “Utshob”, the Shakib Khan-starrer film “Taandob” will be released on the same date.
Bold summer makeup is trending with vibrant hues like teal, turquoise, mango yellow, and lychee pink taking centre stage. Inspired by heatwaves and nature, this season calls for playful eye looks and glowing skin.
Arthy Ahmed's Bharatanatyam classes in Dhaka empower adults to reclaim joy through inclusive dance, emotional healing, and cultural connection — transforming traditional norms and redefining classical dance in Bangladesh with passion, purpose, and community.
Horse riding is gaining momentum in Dhaka, evolving from a niche hobby to a therapeutic sport and lifestyle. With growing interest, local riding schools are building a vibrant equestrian culture despite urban challenges.
Between July 15 and August 5 last year, parents across the country held their breaths waiting, worrying, and counting the hours until their children returned home from the protests. Some had their parents' blessing. Others went without it.
The Campus team extends its most profound and sincere condolences to the survivors and the families of the victims.
When I observe my father as a person who is a husband to my mother, I have to see him from a different light.
Two youth-led teams from Bangladesh placed among the top competitors at the 14th World Invention Creativity Olympic (WICO) 2025, an international invention competition. Among more than 1,250 participants from over 25 countries, Team Atlas emerged as a gold medalist while CodeBlack, an all-girls robotics team, earned the silver medal.
Australia will include YouTube in its upcoming ban on social media access for teenagers under 16, reversing an earlier exemption for the platform.
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
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
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.
Let's find out more on today's episode of Star Explains
Benefits of tiger conservation must be made visible to the public, she says
Continuous rainfall from noon to 3:00pm yesterday led to temporary waterlogging in several low-lying areas of Chattogram, disrupting movement and daily activities across parts of the port city.
Intermittent showers -- including heavy to very heavy spells -- led to water accumulation in areas such as Katalganj, WASA intersection, GEC circle, Chawkbazar, EPZ, Halishahar, and around Agrabad Commerce College
The low-pressure system over the North Bay and nearby areas moved west-northwest and gradually intensified -- first into a well-marked low, then into a depression
The pipeline is scheduled to be commissioned in August
An oriental hornet having lunch near the National Press Club in Dhaka.
A video of the incident, which took place around 10:30pm, has gone viral on social media
