Shocking nature of some recent crimes shows how emboldened criminals have become
Just outside Dhaka, a quiet revolution is reshaping both the lives of people and the fate of plastic waste.
The off-spinner struck either side of tea on the fourth day in a return of 4-22 in just 12.1 overs as England were dismissed for 192, a lead of 192 after both teams made 387 in their first innings.
So far, he has remained unfazed by everything thrown at him, and as he turns 18, he shows no signs of slowing down.
This episode of The Daily Star podcast "Pitch Perfect" seeks answers to these pressing questions.
Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) today filed a case against ABM Fazle Karim Chowdhury, former lawmaker of the Raozan constituency in Chattogram, for accumulating Tk 114.59 crore through bribery and corruption during the Awami League regime
The victims are Javed, of Kalmakanda upazila in Netrokona, Rezwan Ahmed, 5, and Mohammad Hossain, 4, of Mymensingh Sadar
They also called for the trial of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina
Another rescued in critical condition
One dengue patient died while 420 others were hospitalised in the last 24 hours till this morning.
One year after the July Movement peaked, the Drissho Madhyam Shilpi Shomaj—a collective of theater, television, and movie artistes, filmmakers, cinematographers, and cultural activists—reconvened. Last year, they had staged a protest at Farmgate, raising their voices against the then-fascist government and supporting the students' nine-point demands.
The band had gone on an indefinite break following a fatal accident in August 2023, when a microbus carrying members of Odd Signature collided with a passenger bus in Narsingdi. The crash claimed the lives of Ahasan Tanvir Pial, the band’s guitarist and vocalist, and Abdus Salam, their driver. Three other members were seriously injured. The tragedy left fans and the local music community in shock.
As Dhaka shimmered beneath days of rainfall, a quiet enchantment stirred inside the Sheraton Ballroom last Friday; however, this wasn't just another evening of performances. “Badol Diner Prothom Kodom Phul”, hosted by MW Magazine Bangladesh, unfolded more like a dream shared between memories and monsoon.
Dhaka's monsoon brings skin and hair issues like fungal infections, acne, and hair fall. Dr. Sifat Saba advises proper foot care, sunscreen, and a simple skincare routine, along with fabric choices and mild home remedies for relief.
Farhanul Islam, also known as Brown Magic, blends mentalism and psychology to create immersive illusions that challenge perceptions of magic. His unique performances are revolutionizing magic in Bangladesh and gaining international recognition.
Choosing the perfect dining table enhances both functionality and family bonding. From compact round tables to extendable options, find a style that fits your space, lifestyle, and budget — now easier with EMI payment plans.
With cutthroat global competition and a lack of streamlined infrastructure locally, students often find themselves questioning where to go and whether their degrees are even worth it.
Do your parents see you as individuals with your own choices, or do they see you as extensions of themselves?
Campus sat down with Asifuzzaman for an interview where he walked us through the milestones and moments that shaped his path to Microsoft.
TikTok has recently introduced a new in-app feature in Bangladesh aimed at limiting the spread of misinformation during the monsoon flood season.
Google has pulled off a strategic talent acquisition by hiring key executives and engineers from AI coding startup Windsurf, following failed acquisition talks between Windsurf and Google rival OpenAI. Google will pay $2.4 billion in licensing fees to access some of Windsurf's technology while allowing the startup to remain independent, according to a report by Reuters.
Grameenphone (GP) has launched a new platform called 'Grameenphone One', introducing a suite of digital tools and services at an event in Dhaka on July 11.
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
In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star on Thursday afternoon, Ishraque talked about some of the issues regarding the legality of the mayoral post, his stance over the matter, his current strife with the government, and the ongoing situation surrounding the Nagar Bhaban
In today's episode of Star Explains, we dive into the story behind the GBU-57, unpack expert military opinions, and examine how this deepening Iran-US conflict is taking on new and complex dimensions
Over 2,300 ponds flooded, 2,371 hectares of crops destroyed, and 125km of roads affected
Heavy rains have inundated vast stretches of farmland across 21 districts in Barishal, Khulna, Chattogram and Dhaka divisions, leaving thousands of farmers devastated as crops and fish enclosures were washed away over the past week.
However, parts of Fulgazi and Chhagalnaiya were still waterlogged as of this morning
More than 100 villages remain inundated following embankment breaches at 20 points in Feni, while a fresh threat looms in the north as the rising Teesta river may trigger temporary flooding in low-lying areas of Rangpur, Nilphamari, Kurigram and Lalmonirhat.
Officials of the Water Development Board (WDB), however, claimed there is sufficient protection work around the ferry ghat
Incessant rains for the past few days have triggered flash flooding in Feni’s Fulgazi and Parshuram upazilas.
The city recorded 153.6 millimetres of rainfall in the 24 hours leading up to 12:00pm today
People suffered due to waterlogging in Cox's Bazar, Patuakhali, Feni, Bhola, Barishal, and Khulna