US 'gained nothing' from attacks on Iran, he says
ICT investigators told The Daily Star that they submitted their probe report to the prosecution on June 24.
Rony Sharafat’s documentary “The Last Folks of Otter Fishing” captures a fading human-animal tradition in Narail, highlighting ethical storytelling, ecological loss, and the urgent need to preserve vanishing cultural and environmental heritage through visual narratives.
EU is waiting for an elected government so that they can decide their future actions, Khosru said
Just over 5,300 students were sitting the second day of the baccalaureat exams when the explosion happened on Wednesday in the capital Bangui.
A Tk 1,400 crore project to construct drug rehabilitation centres has been approved, he said
A confident, unmarried woman seeking compatibility isn’t unrealistic—she’s clear, self-assured, and unwilling to settle. Her choices reflect strength, not stubbornness. Respect her voice, don’t erase it. She deserves a partner, not societal pressure.
Bangladesh needs to expand its renewable energy capacity by 21 percent annually to meet its latest green energy target by 2030, requiring nearly $1 billion in yearly investment, according to a study by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA).
This grim picture emerges as Bangladesh, like other countries around the world, observes the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking today.
Pathum Nissanka and Dinesh Chandimal put together an unbeaten 102-run stand as Sri Lanka went to Tea on 190-1, trailing Bangladesh by 57 runs on Day 2 of the second Test in Colombo today.
BNP filed a case against 24 individuals, including three former chief election commissioners, 10 election commissioners, and top government and police officials, for their alleged role in irregularities during national polls in 2014, 2018, and 2024
Previously, on June 23, the main gate of Nagar Bhaban was reopened
After waves of Israeli attacks on nuclear and military sites and retaliatory missile fire from Iran since June 13, the United States bombed three key Iranian atomic facilities at the weekend.
China, whose donkey population has plummeted from 11 million in 1992 to 1.5 million in 2023, has turned to Africa to meet its demand.
In a 2018 conversation with journalist Vir Sanghvi at the Jaipur Literature Festival, Nair shared how she was approached to direct “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix”. At the time, however, she was grieving the sudden loss of her mother-in-law, Kulsoom Alibhai, whom she fondly called “Ammie”. The death occurred while Alibhai was visiting New York for medical treatment.
South Asia’s double burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases
Apart from generic references to tackling corruption and ensuring fair distribution of resources, the agenda is silent on the broader economic direction.
H&M reported a drop in sales and profit in the second quarter due to currency effects
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.
New Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso warned his team's stars including Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday that they must all pitch in defensively.
This episode of The Daily Star’s podcast Pitch Perfect takes a deep dive into the unfolding crisis and tries to shed light on the root causes of the dysfunction and explore what it would take to bring Bangladesh cricket back from the brink.
"This includes new intelligence from a historically reliable and accurate source/method that several key Iranian nuclear facilities were destroyed and would have to be rebuilt over the course of years," Ratcliffe said in a statement.
The current surge is mainly due to an increase in the size of the area under illicit coca bush cultivation in Colombia and updated yield data, it added.
Two people, including a former Chhatra League leader, were killed and two others injured as a private car hit a roadside tree on the Jashore-Benapole highway in Sadar upazila early today
No major damage has been reported from the series of quakes with a strength of at least one -- slightly perceptible to people seated quietly indoors -- on Japan's seven-point seismic intensity scale.
Iranian security forces started a campaign of widespread arrests accompanied by an intensified street presence based around checkpoints
Dhaka still surprises me; can you believe that? Born and brought up in this city, I think I am a true ambassador of the town -- a little eccentric, a tad bit politically volatile, and very angry...
The backstreets of Baridhara Diplomatic Zone and Baridhara DOHS, known as Kalachandpur, are an energetic and vibrant neighbourhood that unfortunately suffers from an identity crisis.
Known for weaving the everyday rhythms of life into his work, the artiste offers something more than a typical love story this time. “This is not a romantic tale,” he said. “It’s a story of a wounded land wrapped in patriotism, affection, grief, and longing. It’s about rain in the chest, loss in the eyes, being consumed by love, and being burned by it too.”
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Chattogram’s pioneering multiplex Silver Screen, which opened in August 2018 with the promise of a modern cinema exhibition, has permanently closed down—quietly and without formal announcement. Located at Finlay Square, Silver Screen was the port city’s first multiplex and enjoyed initial success with strong audience turnout.
A confident, unmarried woman seeking compatibility isn’t unrealistic—she’s clear, self-assured, and unwilling to settle. Her choices reflect strength, not stubbornness. Respect her voice, don’t erase it. She deserves a partner, not societal pressure.
Eating disorders in children and teens are serious mental health issues, often misunderstood as phases. Early detection, psychological support, family involvement, and holistic treatment are essential for lasting recovery and emotional healing.
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Phineas and Ferb revival brings back the summer fun
According to Sanijda, real life tends to take a backseat for Akik when football gets involved.
Team UIU secured seventh place globally, and second place among Asian teams.
UIU MARINER, a team from United International University (UIU), has secured 5th place globally in the Pioneer Class category at the MATE ROV World Championship 2025, becoming the highest-ranking team from Asia in this year’s competition.
Nvidia’s stock surged to an all-time high on Wednesday, climbing over 4% to $154.10 per share and pushing its market value to $3.76 trillion—overtaking Microsoft ($3.65 trillion) to reclaim its position as the world’s most valuable company, according to a recent report by Reuters.
Google has streamlined its mobile payments service, merging Google Pay into the Google Wallet app. For users across regions, this rebrand simplifies how people store cards, pay contactlessly, and organise digital passes - all within one app.
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
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Camera traps were installed throughout the forest to monitor bears and other wildlife
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday urged all to avoid destroying nature and stop the production and use of single-use plastic products and come together to plant trees and create a beautiful environment for the generations to come.
Some regions may see heavier rain in next 2-3 days
As the pipeline has not yet been officially inaugurated, officials are terming the current operations a trial run
The framework, inspired by Bangladesh's own national strategy, will be formally proposed at the upcoming COP30 summit in Belém, Brazil, for adoption by other CVF members
A newly drafted policy brief by BELA highlights the need for legal updates and sustainable forest management
Till the filing of the report at 12:30am, most of the areas were still out of electricity
