About 2 lakh tonnes of imported goods left abandoned at Chattogram port alone for years
JnU students have continued their blockade at the capital's Kakrail intersection for the second consecutive day
During a visit to Malaysia, Asif Nazrul held meetings with three senior Malaysian ministers
In a bid to protect the environment, ecosystems, and biodiversity, the government has banned the plantation, collection, and sale of eucalyptus and akashmoni saplings
He went there on leave to see his ailing wife
Living in this beautiful suburb in the northern part of Dhaka has both pros and cons
Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has been granted NOC to play the PSL, BCB cricket operations confirmed.
A man was killed in a clash between two rival groups in Natai village under Brahmanbaria’s Sadar upazila
In two separate statements issued today, they said the terminal must remain under domestic control at any cost
UNHCR cards, issued in India, were recovered from them
He will serve the association for the 2025–27 tenure
Chief adviser's special assistant came up with the announcement at a press conference held at the BTRC building
Bangladesh’s transition from a least developed country (LDC) to a developing one will require a strong focus on quality, regulatory compliance, adherence to global standards, and environmental sustainability, an expert said yesterday..However, as businesses feared an erosion in duty benefi
An 80-year-old woman was killed in a fire that broke out at a sweeper colony in Melandah upazila of Jamalpur early today
The EU accused TikTok on Thursday of breaking digital rules after concluding that the Chinese-owned social media platform was not transparent enough about advertisements
However, the telecom operator’s revenue falls 7% in the January-March quarter of 2025
Democracy does not seem to be our focus today. Because if it were, then shouldn’t we have been talking about elections more?
The expansion of animosity and prejudice is rooted in toxic patriarchy.
The revenue administration should become more effective, progressive, and free of corruption, and the reform process must not be used as a tool to serve the vested interests of any particular group, protestors said.
Already assured of their place in the 2026 World Cup, Argentina will travel to Santiago (play against Chile on June 06) and then host Colombia (June 11) at the Monumental Stadium.
A Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) official on Thursday said that they have received clearance from the government regarding the Tigers' upcoming tour of Pakistan later this month.
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.
Aside from proposing a significant increase in the health budget, the Health Sector Reform Commission has suggested several innovative ways to mobilise funds to strengthen the country’s underfunded health services.
The authorities concerned have erected a temporary barrier along an open canal in Kapasgola area of Chattogram city, days after a six-month-old baby fell into the canal on April 18 and died.
Bangladesh and Japan yesterday outlined future areas of cooperation between the two countries, ahead of Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ upcoming visit to Japan, as both sides look to take the relationship to new heights.
Fifty progressive organisations, comprising women, workers, cultural activists, students, and professionals, have expressed solidarity with the “Nareer Dake Moitree Jatra” (March for Women’s Solidarity), scheduled for 3:00pm today at Manik Mia Avenue in the capital.
Dhaka South City Corporation launched an eviction drive at Suhrawardy Udyan yesterday, demolishing hundreds of illegal makeshift shops and structures that had sprung up across the park.
Living in this beautiful suburb in the northern part of Dhaka has both pros and cons
Dhaka doesn’t have a city square per se, but places like Shahbagh and areas around Motijheel serve as a sort of one.
Today marks the death anniversary of legendary Bangladeshi actor Farooque, a beloved figure in the golden era of Dhaka cinema. Renowned for his roles in social dramas, Farooque became a household name through films that resonated deeply with rural and urban audiences alike. Though he played romantic and liberation war heroes, it was the social narratives that elevated him to iconic status.
The event opens with a two-night run (May 16–17) of “Fire” by Avant Garde Natyadal. Written by Suman Tinku and directed by Shamsul Kabir Liton, the play explores provocative themes.
Geetika Recording Centre in Old Dhaka preserves the soul of a fading era, offering cassettes, vinyl, and nostalgic music memories. Amid digital convenience, it stands as a timeless tribute to Bangladesh’s golden musical past.
Protect elderly loved ones from extreme heat by using refrigerated towels, sponge baths, and mist sprays to cool skin gently. Review medications for heat sensitivity, encourage breathable footwear, and prioritise hydration with light, water-rich foods for better health.
Dhaka’s brutal summer heatwave hits 38-46°C, turning the city into an urban heat island with power cuts and unbearable humidity. Summer enthusiasts vanish indoors, while street vendors endure the extreme conditions, redefining what surviving summer means.
Unresolved childhood trauma often resurfaces in marriage, shaping emotional responses and deepening relationship conflicts. In Bangladesh’s high-pressure society, healing requires vulnerability, therapy, and confronting past wounds to build truly intimate, emotionally resilient partnerships.
Online degrees offer the freedom to study from anywhere, often at a fraction of the cost needed to pursue the same degrees in person from traditional universities.
Do late-night study sessions truly offer the environment conducive to learning and self-evaluation that individuals desire?
They issue a four-point demand, with the immediate release of the draft voter list as a key priority
Google DeepMind has unveiled two new AI systems that collectively solved four of six problems from this year's International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), performing at the level of a silver medalist. According to an official blog post by Google, this marks the first time AI has achieved such a level in the world's most elite high school math competition.
YouTube has announced on 14 May that it will begin using Google's Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) model to identify the most engaging segments of videos for advertising placements.
Samsung has just introduced the Galaxy S25 Edge, a new slim variant of its flagship S series featuring a 5.8 mm titanium frame, making it one of the thinnest premium smartphones on the market.
Today's Star Explains is on how the web of misinformation is being spread around the conflict, and who is fuelling it
Watch today's episode of Star Explains to find out more
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Find out more about the history behind the significance of this day in today's Star Explains
What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?
The alert instructed residents to refrain from going outside when a hail starts
A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck south of the Greek island of Kasos on Wednesday, the United States Geological Survey said, but there were no immediate reports of damage
He said this while inspecting progress of Birza Khal’s excavation and cleanliness activities
The intense heat wave sweeping through Chanchra in Jashore is severely disrupting the production of fry (renu) and fingerlings, as temperatures have hovered around 40 degrees Celsius for a week
The voluntary organisation of Chattogram based professionals, town planners, and civil society members made the demand at a press conference at Chattogram Pres Club yesterday
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has prohibited any new industrial activities or projects within 10 kilometres of the Ecologically Critical Area (ECA) around the Sundarbans.
A severe heatwave is sweeping over Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajganj, Rajbari, Khulna, Chuadanga, Meherpur, and Jashore
The Met office also issued a set of directives to stay safe from lightning
