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Bangladesh women's football team qualify for Asian Cup

Bangladesh women's football team made history as they qualified for the AFC Women's Asian Cup for the first time. 

The four reportedly supported the recent protest by the NBR officials

"If there is any fundamental change on any issue, you must go to the people"

The July that rocked Bangladesh / July 2, 2024: Protesters brave rain, warning

Defying rain, warnings, exhaustion, anti-quota protests gained momentum

Govt dismisses Tapasi Tabassum Urmi over social media post

The government has dismissed admin officer Tapasi Tabassum Urmi for making objectionable remarks about the head of government, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, and the interim government on social media..A notification signed by Ministry of Public Administration Senior Secretary Mokhles

71 computers provided to 40 Chowki courts

Chowki courts are lower level courts typically at the upazila level

'Shot, then hacked to confirm death': BNP leader killed in Dohar

The incident took place near Bahra School while he was out for a walk

Opinion / When there is harm hidden behind help

'Biggest threat to animal welfare in Bangladesh are overenthusiastic activists'

Man hacked to death in broad daylight in Narsingdi

The incident took place around 3:00pm today

DNCC launches special mosquito control drive in high-risk wards

Wards 2, 8, 12, 13, 22, and 34 of DNCC have been identified as high-risk for dengue

'Felani', 'July' among 32 films to receive Tk 9 crore grant

Among these, 12 are full-length feature films and 20 are short films

"If our demands are not met, we will protest again in Chattogram city tomorrow"

Father, son die from electrocution in Chandpur

Two individuals died from electrocution while retting raw jute in a water body in Chandpur’s Sadar upazila

BB relaxes lending limit to foreign firms

Local banks can now lend up to 60% of project cost to foreign firms

Govt declares August 5 as public holiday

The day will be marked as July Mass Uprising Day

Wimbledon / Sabalenka sees off Bouzkova to reach third round

As the sun played hide-and-seek with the grey clouds that hovered over Centre Court, Sabalenka kept knocking on the door in the opening set but was shut out by Bouzkova each time and dropped serve with a double fault in the 11th game.

Opinion

Opinion

Bhola rape continues the cycle of impunity

The repeated rape incidents underscore broader social, political, and institutional dysfunctions that allow such crimes to recur.

Justice for rape victims requires an empathetic system

rape incidents in Bangladesh are episodes of a recurring nightmare that we just can't seem to wake up from.

Business

Business

Bangladesh, Netherlands vow stronger ties on circular textile

The Netherlands embassy, the Netherlands Enterprise Agency and Policy Exchange Bangladesh organised a workshop

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Sports

Sports

‘Target’ locked: Ritu hails fans as Bangladesh near historic high

If Turkmenistan fail to beat Bahrain, Bangladesh will reach uncharted territory in just their third attempt to compete in Asia Cup

BPL draft not before October

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will not be able to hold the players' draft for the next edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) before October, newly appointed BPL Governing Council Chairman Mahbub Anam informed the media on Wednesday.

WATCH / 25 years since Test status: How far have Bangladesh come?

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.

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News

News

NCP, SAD block highway, road in Ctg following clash with police

This follows clashes between leaders and activists of SAD and police inside the Patiya Police Station last night

12kg LPG cylinder price decreased by Tk 39 from today

The price of a 12kg LPG cylinder last month was Tk 1,403

Consensus reached on constituency delimitation committee: Jamaat's Taher

For the 13th national election, the Election Commission itself will form a committee of experts

Rain likely across the country over next 4-5 days

Moderate to heavy rainfall is likely to occur across Bangladesh over the next four to five days, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast

Entertainment

Entertainment

Charlize Theron slams US policy on immigration, Jeff Bezos excess at outreach event

Speaking at the fifth annual Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) Block Party in Los Angeles, the Oscar-winning actress didn’t mince words. “The world feels like it’s burning because it is,” she said, before describing a global retreat from justice and human rights. “Here in Los Angeles, in the US and across the globe, we are moving backwards fast. Immigration policy is destroying the lives of families, not criminals.

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ teaser leaks ahead of theatrical release

The teaser opens on a brooding coastline, with narration—likely by Robert Pattinson—setting a mythic tone: “Darkness. Zeus’ laws smashed to pieces. A kingdom without a king since my master died.” We then glimpse Matt Damon’s Odysseus, Tom Holland as Telemachus, and a mysterious Jon Bernthal. A distant view of the Trojan Horse rolling into the surf hints at the legendary ruse, before shifting to Holland confronting Bernthal: “I have to find out what happened to my father. When did you last see him?”

Bill Hader leads cast in animated makeover of ‘The Cat in the Hat’

Warner Bros Pictures Animation has dropped the first trailer for its animated reboot of “The Cat in the Hat”, with Bill Hader voicing the mischievous feline.

Life & Living

Life & Living

Cotton saree: The quintessential summer wear

The cotton saree, a timeless blend of comfort and style, offers breathability and versatility, ideal for Dhaka's heat. With evolving draping styles and modern blouses, it remains a popular, empowering choice for women of all ages.

#Events / Overpriced cafés? Try MMA fights at Khar Nights!

Dhaka’s underground fight scene explodes with Khar Nights, Bangladesh’s first MMA platform blending raw combat, urban culture, and youth energy. With viral buzz, homegrown fighters, and safe, edgy venues, it’s the city’s newest obsession.

#Perspective / The Last Folks of Otter Fishing: Rony Sharafat’s documentary on a vanishing bond

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.

Youth

Youth

Mountaineer Shakil reflects on his “Sea to Summit” expedition

Mountaineer Shakil reflects on his “Sea to Summit” expedition

Ways to overcome physical distance in your friendships

Long-distance friendships thrive on effort, updates, and honest connection.

QS World University Rankings 2026: Where did Bangladeshi universities rank?

Dhaka University (DU) has topped the list of best universities in Bangladesh according to the QS World University Rankings 2026 released earlier today. DU ranked 584th globally.

Tech & Startup

Tech & Startup

#hireajournalist – A LinkedIn movement uplifting the heroes of the newsroom

Let's face it – you're more likely to consume news from social media than a reputed news outlet, simply because of how firmly social media is embedded in most people's daily lives. While the unreliability of news adrift on social media is dangerous for the consumer, the steady decline of traditional news media is also career-threatening for journalists.

Denmark wants to give copyright to faces. Here’s why

Denmark is moving to redefine copyright law by giving individuals legal control over their own facial features, body and voice to combat the risks of AI-generated deepfakes, according to a recent report by The Guardian.

Who, how, and under what rules gets a firearm license?

A gun magazine was found in Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan's bag during a recent search at the airport.

Star Multimedia

Star Multimedia

Mob justice has become alarmingly regular – why?

Let's find out more on today's episode of Star Explains

Watch / ‘I’ve always said I don’t want the mayor’s seat’

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

Can Israel break thru Iran’s nuclear stronghold?

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

Iran-Israel conflict: Could the 'Bunker Buster' be the trump card?

Let's find out more in today's Star Explains.

Why is Iran's Fordow nuclear facility Israel's main target?

Let's find out more in today's Star Explains

Environment

Environment

Bangladesh clears all dues to Adani Power

Bangladesh Bank officials said Adani Power's largest single payment was cleared so far in June

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Eastern Refinery's second unit to be built with govt funding

BPC plans two more refineries in Matarbari and Payra

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Nearly 50 trees felled in JU without approval

Project director, VC deny knowledge; contractor says section of students gave go-ahead

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Rains likely to drench parts of the country in next 24 hours

All maritime ports have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal number-3 signal

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Man held over felling palm tree with over 100 weaver bird nests in Jhalakathi

The Detective Branch (DB) of police arrested Mobarak Ali Fakir from Guaton village of Jhalakathi's Sadar upazila last afternoon

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5.3-magnitude quake hits central Pakistan

A magnitude-5.3 earthquake struck central Pakistan on Sunday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey

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Habiganj bicycle rally calls for climate justice, compensation over loans

The event draws over 50 cyclists and environmental advocates

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