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US-Israel war on Iran
Israel will allow a multinational security force to enter Gaza as proposed under US President Donald Trump's ceasefire plan for the enclave
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Walton signs deal to expand footprint in Libya
26 July 2026, 20:05 PM
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Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, one of Bangladesh’s leading electrical and electronics manufacturers, has signed a global distributorship agreement with Libya-based ASR Al Techniyah to expand its presence in North Africa.
The narco trail of Bangladesh
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A wide range of narcotics, from yaba to heroin, are being smuggled into Bangladesh through at least 105 border points across 18 districts
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Govt may examine the allegations that predate presidency
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Spain play possession-based football, not 'tiki-taka': De la Fuente
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FIFA World Cup 2026
The future of the Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor
Geopolitical Insights
China's proposed Bangladesh-China-Myanmar Economic Corridor promises regional connectivity, but Myanmar's instability threatens its feasibility and long-term success.
Why Bangladesh must invest in community-led early childhood education
Big Picture
Bangladesh must prioritise community-led early childhood education like the Kajoli Model to build strong foundational literacy skills.
How public opinion of US fell in two years, while China held firm
26 July 2026, 11:06 AM
News
Decline in America's image among Bangladeshis becomes even more pronounced when respondents in Pew survey are asked to evaluate the two countries' leaders
The strange grief of seeing our parents age
25 July 2026, 15:02 PM
Wisdom
There is no single moment when someone announces that your parents have become old.
Industries reel under gas crisis
26 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh
The moral architecture of Bangladesh’s parliament
25 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Big Picture
What Sufism can teach us about the modern world
24 July 2026, 00:01 AM
In Focus
Republic of the footpath
25 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Unheard Voices
Our forestry policy must be rooted in local evidence
26 July 2026, 15:45 PM
Why are we still struggling to make health insurance work?
26 July 2026, 09:00 AM
Citizens have already answered the ‘amendment or reform’ question
26 July 2026, 13:00 PM
Interview / ‘Every child has the right to be taught by a properly trained teacher’
26 July 2026, 10:00 AM
Foodpanda Bangladesh incurs €111m losses since 2016
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Govt bets on 15% export growth despite challenges
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Achieving SDGs by 2030 needs $421b more
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Champion Norris hands McLaren first win of 2026
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Injury-hit Tigers throw a mixed bag for Australia opener
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Rakib reaches Commonwealth Games boxing quarterfinals
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Sooryavanshi's 81 steers India to Zimbabwe T20 series sweep
26 July 2026, 21:38 PM
Soumya, Jaker return for first Australia Test
26 July 2026, 18:43 PM
Bubly Barna reimagines motherhood in ‘Fragmented yet Tangled: Living within 2’
26 July 2026, 17:31 PM
Indian stars hail students after education minister submits resignation
26 July 2026, 14:00 PM
‘Ityadi’ heads to Lakshmipur with Nishat Mazumder, Dilara Zaman
26 July 2026, 13:43 PM
Shafiq Tuhin releases new music video on his birthday
26 July 2026, 16:22 PM
Idhika Paul joins Srijit Mukherji’s new detective film
26 July 2026, 10:32 AM
Do you speak the language of love?
26 July 2026, 20:55 PM
Relationships & Family
Essay / The writing’s boring, so he’s a third-class writer
25 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Essay
OpenAI says its AI models hacked a startup "on its own"
22 July 2026, 10:11 AM
Tech & Startup
Review / Meet the musical duo behind Mosey & Co.
26 July 2026, 21:07 PM
Life & Living
Perspective / Should Bangladesh follow France and keep children off social media?
23 July 2026, 16:36 PM
Life & Living
Falling in love again with the same person
23 July 2026, 16:24 PM
Relationships & Family
The flavours of a rainy afternoon
26 July 2026, 20:51 PM
Food & Recipes
Book Review: Nonfiction / A historian’s vision vis-a-vis Hindutva mythmaking
23 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Books & Literature
Book Review: Fiction / The queen who would not stay dead
23 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Books & Literature
Trends / The Odyssey premiere turned Zendaya's earrings into global headlines
22 July 2026, 13:49 PM
Life & Living
Perspective / Influencers want content even when you just want dinner
23 July 2026, 16:29 PM
Life & Living
Reflections / Reconsidering Article 70 in our Constitution
22 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Law & Our Rights
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July charter implementation: Growing distance between BNP and the opposition is worrisome
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Mangroves, livelihoods, and Bangladesh’s economic future
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Classified loan accounts double as retail defaults surge
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Why Bangladesh's population planning must factor in climate-driven mobility
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How can we protect our children from being preyed on?
Watch / What awaits Sheikh Hasina when she returns to the country?
12 July 2026, 20:58 PM
Recently, Reuters claimed that she wants to return to the country in December. But the question is, what will happen if Sheikh Hasina returns? Will she face trial? Will she be able to appeal?
Politics and religion has now gotten mixed with support for WC team: Kazi Sabir
12 July 2026, 21:15 PM
Watch today's episode of Star Discourse to find out more.
Tajuddin Ahmad: A life for Bangladesh
23 July 2026, 13:40 PM
Slow Reads Special
On Tajuddin Ahmad's 101st birth anniversary, revisiting his life, leadership, and enduring legacy.
Flightpaths strewn with tall buildings
22 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh
Year after year the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has been battling to keep the airspace surrounding Dhaka’s airports clean of buildings that exceed the height limit.
Star Special / Rohingyas coming in through hidden hill routes
18 July 2026, 08:00 AM
Investigative Stories
They quietly enter Bangladesh via remote forests in Bandarban; local trafficking networks help them evade security checkpoints, find work
Can the China-Myanmar-Bangladesh Economic Corridor become a reality?
1 July 2026, 00:10 AM
Geopolitical Insights
Dhaka: How a city was planned to drown
16 July 2026, 15:00 PM
Big Picture
The price of convenience
18 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Weekend Read
The Palestine lesson from Spain's World Cup victory
21 July 2026, 16:36 PM
Wisdom
Family finds Bobi Begum, missing for 25 years, at her grave
13 July 2026, 00:29 AM
Obituary
The untold story behind 1971’s two most haunting photographs
12 December 2025, 02:00 AM
In Focus
Invisible children of recycling
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Weekend Read
Why Bangladesh’s children are in school but not learning
9 July 2026, 00:10 AM
Big Picture
The journey of Qawwali across South Asia: Music, mysticism, and cultural exchange
23 July 2026, 00:01 AM
In Focus
Beyond the myths of Aurangzeb: Munis D. Faruqui's fresh perspective
1 July 2026, 00:05 AM
In Focus
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