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Hike in power prices / Will there be any respite from inflation?
To many, especially salaried and fixed-income individuals, this means they will have no option but to find ways to cut expenditures to bear increased electricity bills.
Upazila Polls: AL, BNP struggle to keep a grip on grassroots
The upazila election has exposed how neither of the two major parties, the Awami League and BNP, has full control over the grassroots leaders.
SC functions suspended for the day to show respect to AJ Mohammad Ali
Chief Justice Obaidul Hassan today partially suspended the judicial functions of the Supreme Court's Appellate and High Court divisions for today, as a mark of respect to senior lawyer AJ Mohammad Ali, who passed away on Thursday
Student protests against Israel's offensive in Gaza spread
Student protests against the Israeli military assault on Gaza following the unprecedented October 7 attack by Hamas on Israel have spread to several countries
On-fire Ronaldo scores third hattrick in seven games
Ronaldo was once again the star performer for his side and was as clinical as ever in front of the goal. The 39-year-old was too hot to handle for the Al-Wehda players who completed the 66th hat-trick of his illustrious career.
Opinion
Political tokenism will not empower women
Role of women MPs in reserved seats needs a critical rethink
There is a reason why daily news has become so depressing
Isn't there any good news? Of course, there is. But good news doesn't make headlines.
Lessons from a Palestine solidarity encampment
Students at US university campuses are joining and echoing the demands of liberation struggles across temporal and geographical divides.
Business
Garment exports to US continue to decline
In the January-March period of the current year, garment shipments to American markets declined by 17.68 percent to $1.75 billion, according to data from the Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA), a body under the American Commerce Department.
Sports
Girona players have made history, says Sanchez after reaching Champions League
The club, in La Liga for only the fourth season in their history, beat Barcelona 4-2 at their tiny Montilivi stadium to secure a top four finish.
Swiatek finds Nadal inspiration to win 'crazy' Madrid Open title
Coming back from 1-3 down in the decider and saving three match points in total, Swiatek claimed a 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (9/7) victory to secure the Madrid Open trophy for the first time.
Bellingham crowns superb debut season at Real Madrid
"It's Bellingham's league" has become a common phrase among football fans and pundits in Spain and that is proof of his stunning start with the Spanish giants.
News
World Press Freedom Index: It does not reflect reality
The World Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders failed to accurately reflect reality, said State Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Mohammad A Arafat yesterday.
Pirojpur, Patuakhali: Hospitals overrun with patients
The major hospitals in Pirojpur and Patuakhali districts are finding it difficult to cope with the onrush of patients amid the sweltering heat since mid-April.
3 of a family killed in Munshiganj
Alamgir Hossain, a Kuwait expatriate, recently returned home to his family in Dhaka’s Demra area.
Bangladesh, Egypt for strengthening bilateral ties
Bangladesh and Egypt have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation by organising regular foreign office consultations.
Woman found dead in Dhaka's Badda
Police recovered the body of a woman from a tinshed house in Badda's Satarkul area yesterday
Love road at Mirpur: A youthful street
Certain neighbourhoods in Dhaka have that one spot where people gather to just sit back and relax. For Mirpur, it’s the frequently discussed street referred to as “Love Road”.
Saat Masjid Road and a mosque
Saat Gombuj Mosque, or the seven-domed mosque, is located in Mohammadpur.
Entertainment
Dhaka traffic inspired the music video: Kornia
Who would have thought someone could create a lively and colourful music video centered around Dhaka’s traffic jam? Singer Zakiya Sultana Kornia did just that with her latest track, “Dhaka Te Jam” — showcasing her charming dance moves and honeyed voice all whilst adding a vibrant energy to the entire production.
Asif Akbar on his way to debut in Bollywood
Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar lately demonstrated his versatility by venturing into Bollywood songs. Recently, he journeyed to India and recorded a track at AR Rahman's KM Studio and Yash Raj Studio. Taking to social media, he excitedly announced his debut in the Indian film industry, although he kept the film's name under wraps.
Joy Shahriar: A one-man artistic ecosystem
“I could have bought a very nice phone with the money I bought this guitar with,” said Joy Shahriar in The Daily Star’s canteen, proudly flaunting his baby Taylor guitar. “But I chose this expensive guitar. I don’t have unlimited funds, but I know my priorities.” In a way, this sums up the “Shotti Bolchi” singer’s entire career – a story of passion, strife, and street smarts.
Life & Living
Cool fashion tips to keep in mind for summer
When it comes to summer fashion, there is a special challenge: how to look stylish while being comfortable. The searing heat and humidity may make summer clothing choices difficult as the scorching sun can make your life unpleasant.
How to jazz up your regular lemonade in two minutes!
Lemonade is one of our go-to summer essentials this year, and although the original recipe is delicious as it is, here are 5 ways you can jazz it up, that too in under 2 minutes!
#Perspective / The corporate clash between millennials and Gen Zers
Gen Zers have sort of re-shaped the workplace or at least are attempting to. Working alongside them are millennials who, safe to say, have been in the workforce for quite several years. This generational mix is proving to be a hotbed for innovation albeit with its numerous challenges.
Youth
Bangladeshi, int'l students worried amid pro-Palestine protests in US campuses
US university students protest Gaza war, face arrests, suspensions, expulsion threats.
Asia University Rankings: BUET, JU, BAU, NSU top in Bangladesh
In Bangladesh, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) and Jahangirnagar University (JU) sit at the top of the rankings in the 301-350 bracket, which highlights their position in all of Asia. Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) and North South University (NSU) are joint second in the rankings in the 351-400 bracket.
Five school students representing Bangladesh at NASA
Five high school students from Bangladesh have been selected as the global finalists at the Innovation Stage of the 2023-24 Conrad Challenge.
Tech & Startup
Our picks for air coolers under BDT 20,000
Looking for an eco-friendly and budget-conscious way to beat the heat this summer? Consider air coolers, also known as evaporative coolers, which offer a natural cooling method without the high energy consumption of traditional air conditioners.
IEEE AUST Student Branch organises 7th IEEE PES Day 2024
The IEEE AUST Student Branch recently organised 7th IEEE Power and Energy Society (PES) Day 2024, featuring a seminar titled "Empowering Electric Mobility Innovation: Challenges and Opportunities Towards Sustainable Transportation," presented in collaboration with the IEEE Power and Energy Society AUST SB Chapter.
What is Elon Musk doing in China?
Elon Musk's recent visit to China has stirred significant interest and speculation, drawing attention to the purpose and implications of his journey. Musk's visit, the details of which were mostly kept secret, was primarily aimed at the rollout of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software in China, as well as receiving necessary permissions for data transfer regulations.
Star Multimedia
Acute water crisis in the hills
Amid the ongoing heatwave, there is an acute water crisis in the villages along the Chimbuk-Nilgiri road in Bandarban
Who do you want to bring to power by ousting me: PM wonders about leftists
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today asked the country’s leftist parties who they want to bring to power by ousting her
Biden's Israeli policy under pressure from pro-Palestinian students
As the conflict in Gaza persists, a growing number of young Americans are expressing solidarity with Palestinians, prompting protests and student detentions nationwide
Star Explains / The origins of May Day
As we observe May Day today, let's look into where, when and how the demand for the for the 8-hour work day was first raised
WATCH / The story of a Gaza genocide survivor in Bangladesh
In this exclusive interview with The Daily Star, Kamel provides a painful firsthand account of 170 days of carnage.
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Environment
Heavy rains, storms forecast for entire week
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) forecasts heavy rainfall with thunderstorms across the country this week, starting on Tuesday and lasting through Saturday.
Steps to be taken to restore Kaptai Lake: minister
Fisheries and Livestock Minister Md Abdur Rahman today said necessary measures will be taken to bring back the lost beauty of Kaptai Lake in Rangamati
Pakistan records 'wettest April' in more than 60 years
Pakistan experienced its "wettest April since 1961", receiving more than twice as much rain as usual for the month, the country's weather agency said in a report
National guideline on heat-related illnesses to be launched tomorrow
A national guideline on heat-related illnesses will be launched tomorrow to protect children and vulnerable populations, including pregnant women, from health risks
Dhaka, some other parts of country may witness rain today: BMD
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains or thunder showers in parts of the country, including Dhaka, in 24 hours commencing 9:00am today
Nepal court orders limit on Everest climbing
Nepal's Supreme Court has ordered the government to limit the number of mountaineering permits issued for Everest and other peaks, a lawyer confirmed Friday, just as expeditions prepare for the spring climbing season.
Water woes worsen in the hills
Residents of the hilly areas on both sides of Chimbuk-Neelgiri road in Bandarban have been facing a severe water crisis amid the ongoing hot spell.
Ishwardi Upazila: Illegal brick kilns choke Padma shoals
Around 50 illegal brick kilns have been set up over the last several years across vast shoal lands on the Padma river under Ishwardi upazila of Pabna.
Fact-check
India sieves online deluge to stamp out disinformation in world's biggest election
Just last week, two AI-generated deepfake videos of Bollywood stars criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is seeking a rare third term, and asking people to vote for the opposition Congress went viral, drawing half a million views.
Deepfakes of Bollywood stars spark worries of AI meddling in India election
The two videos have been viewed on social media more than half a million times since last week, a Reuters review shows.
Fact check: Mossad did not describe deceased US airman as 'enemy'
More claims suggesting the remark came from Mossad spread across X and TikTok.
Meta to set up team to counter disinformation, AI abuse in EU elections
European Parliament elections will take place June 6-9. Its 720 lawmakers, together with EU governments, pass new EU policies and laws.
Misinformation and disinformation: A threat to democracy in Bangladesh
In today’s digital age, the spread of misinformation and disinformation has arisen as a major challenge to global democracy.
OpenAI to launch anti-disinformation tools for 2024 elections
The explosive success of text generator ChatGPT spurred a global artificial intelligence revolution but also triggered warnings that such tools could flood the internet with disinformation and sway voters.
Deepfake video targeting Gaibandha-1 candidate surfaces on Facebook
On the day of the National Election 2024, a fabricated video surfaced on Facebook featuring Nahid Niger, an independent candidate for the Gaibandha-1 seat, announcing her withdrawal from the election. Subsequent verification by Dismislab, an online platform specialising in media research and verification, confirmed that the video was a product of AI-based deepfake technology.
Podcast on fake news: Impact of Israel-Hamas conflict on Bangladesh's national election
Uncover the sources and intentions behind these circulating rumors.
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