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Foreign airlines’ $323m stuck in Bangladesh
The amount of foreign airlines’ money stuck in Bangladesh has increased to $323 million from $214 million in less than a year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
288 Myanmar security personnel sent back from Bangladesh
Bangladesh this morning repatriated 288 members of Myanmar's security forces, who had crossed the border to flee the conflict between Myanmar's military junta and the Arakan Army
Settle disputes through dialogue, say 'no' to wars, says PM at UNESCAP meet
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called for speaking out against all forms of aggression and atrocities, and to say 'no' to wars
Film Censor Board halts release of film allegedly based on Sagar-Runi murder case
The release of the Raihan Rafi directorial much-anticipated film "Omimangshito" has been halted by the Bangladesh Film Censor Board due to allegations of depicting real-life gruesome murder incidents.
Who are Chief Heat Officers and what do they do?
Bushra Afreen, the Chief Heat Officer (CHO) for North Dhaka, has recently come under intense scrutiny and online trolling amidst a surge in heatwaves across the city. After her recent remarks in some interviews, Afreen has become a target of online trolling due to her high-profile role. This...
Opinion
Our civil society needs to do more to challenge power structures
Over the last year, human rights defenders, demonstrators, and dissenters have been met with harassment, physical aggression, detainment, and maltreatment by the authorities.
NHRC response to The Daily Star editorial
The National Human Rights Commission of Bangladesh responds to an editorial by The Daily Star.
Time to declare EVMs’ end
The machines that still remain functional have only four years of their lifespan left.
Business
Islami Bank Bangladesh’s full-year profit rises to Tk 635 crore, highest since 2019
Islami Bank Bangladesh recorded a profit of Tk 635.33 crore in 2023, the highest since 2019
Sports
Klopp apologises to Liverpool supporters after huge blow to title hopes
"(Leaders Arsenal and Manchester City) must have a very bad moment," Klopp, who looked completely shattered, said when asked about his team's chances.
Xavi to continue as Barcelona coach
"Xavi will continue and is very excited, there is unanimity in the club's board that he should continue," club vice-president Rafa Yuste told reporters outside Laporta's home in Barcelona later on Wednesday.
PSG close in on title with 4-1 win at Lorient
Luis Enrique's team would have sealed the title later on Wednesday if second-placed Monaco had failed to beat Lille at home, but the principality side prevailed 1-0 courtesy of Youssouf Fofana's second-half strike.
News
3 Appellate Division judges sworn in
Three new judges of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court were sworn in this morning
Vaccines saved at least 154 million lives in 50 years: WHO
Global immunisation efforts have saved at least 154 million lives in the past 50 years, the World Health Organization said Wednesday, adding that most of those to benefit were infants
Fire at Gazipur cotton warehouse doused after three hours
A fire that broke out at a cotton warehouse in Basan area under Gazipur City Corporation last night has been brought under control after three hours
Gaza could surpass famine thresholds in 6 weeks: WFP
The Gaza Strip could surpass famine thresholds of food insecurity, malnutrition and mortality in six weeks, an official from the World Food Programme said yesterday.
Extreme heat scorches SE Asia
Extreme heat scorched parts of South and Southeast Asia yesterday, prompting schools across the Philippines to suspend classes and heat warnings in the Thai capital.
My Dhaka / Savoury Summer Delights: Green mango season is here
Mango is known as the king of fruits and justifiably so!
My Dhaka / The dynamic duo of DIYer Studio
When your university courses come to an end and you are left with a few bundles of quality, loose sheets of paper, what do you do with it? Give it away, forget about it, or do you make a bespoke...
Entertainment
Paoli Dam to star in Bangladeshi film
However, the makers are yet to cast the male co-star alongside Paoli in the film.
Black reunion: A one-off?
Music in Bangladesh was never the same after Black launched “Amar Prithibi” in 2002. Taking off the much harder edge brought in by the rock bands of the ‘90s, it was Black who arguably popularised alternative rock in the country, along with acts like Nemesis and Stentorian.
'Toofan’s' script impressed me, excited to start the project: Chanchal Chowdhury
Appreciating the initiative, the “Karagar” actor said, "On a foreign land, and named after such a great actress, Suchitra Sen, this is a celebration. It feels great to come here and to be a part of this festival. Apart from that, the reunion of the artistes from both sides of the border is also amazing.”
Life & Living
Beat the heat: AC shopping demystified
You will be stuck with your purchase for at least a decade, so it is best to do your research before you take the plunge.
Please explain Slow Fashion
Slow fashion is about prioritising quality over quantity, sustainability, and making ethical choices
#Perspective / Traditions treasured, artisans in shadows: Is UNESCO's recognition truly benefiting local craftspeople?
On 6 December 2023, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced the inclusion of Bangladesh's iconic rickshaws and rickshaw art on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Similarly, many of our heritage crafts, namely the traditional art of Jamdani and Shital Pati weaving were given recognition by UNESCO in 2013 and 2017 respectively. But how are our artisans doing?
Youth
Young Bangla launches campaign to create awareness about climate change
Young Bangla, country's largest youth platform, has rolled out a countrywide series of extensive and interactive schemes that aims to raise awareness among communities to reduce man-made causes leading to climate change and cope up adverse impact of climate change
MIST ranks second among South Asian teams in international aircraft design competition
Team Novonil from Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) secured the second position among South Asian teams and fourth position among Asian teams in the prestigious 2024 AIAA Design/Build/Fly (DBF) Competition.
IELTS Writing Task 1 and why it is essential for your Writing band score
Let us now look at some tips you can easily employ to score a better Task 1 band score.
Tech & Startup
How to stop your car engine from overheating
An overheating engine is one of the most concerning issues a car owner can face – right up there with having your vehicle totalled in an accident. When an engine overheats, it can lead to catastrophic damage like warped cylinder heads, cracked engine blocks, or blown head gaskets.
Tesla profits drop 55% in Q1
Tesla has reported a 55% decline in profits to USD 1.13 billion for the first quarter (Q1), marked by a lengthy electric vehicle (EV) price-cutting strategy and various obstacles affecting the automaker's financial performance.
Messenger launches HD photo sharing feature
Meta’s Messenger has recently launched a high-definition (HD) photo sharing option on the platform. While Messenger is known for decreasing photo quality, with the recent update, clear high-definition (HD) photos can be sent in chats.
Star Multimedia
Rice in Dinajpur
This time, a sensation has been created in Dinajpur with an exceptional rice. Residents of Laldighi village in Eluari union of Phulbari upazila collect rice from bamboo flowers. Today's inside Bangladesh with Dinajpur's bamboo flower rice
11 years on, cries for justice remain unheeded
Marking the 11th anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse, Bangladesh's deadliest industrial disaster, survivors and relatives of the victims today gathered at the site in Savar demanding adequate compensation and maximum punishment for the culprits
Frog wedding in Rajshahi hoping for rain
Residents of Tatarpur village in Puthia upazila of Rajshahi have married frogs by smearing colours and singing. There was also an arrangement of a feast. The villagers organised the event to avoid drought and damage to agricultural land due to the intense heatwave
Khamenei says Iran demonstrated its power against Israel
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei thanked the country's armed forces for their attack this month on Israel, saying the country had demonstrated its power regardless of how many targets were hit, Reuters reported on Sunday citing an Iranian news agency.
Heatwave grips city dwellers
The heatwave has disrupted life in the capital for a week. There is intense heat all around, but the journey of the capital's people does not stop
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Environment
Elephant lying dead on highway died of liver dysfunction: surgeon
An elephant that was found lying dead on the side of a highway in Rajendrapur Bhawal National Park area of Gazipur, died of liver dysfunction, said a veterinary surgeon
25kg venison seized in Barguna
Coast Guard has recovered 25kg venison from Barguna's Patharghata upazila yesterday
Nano, microplastics accumulating in our lungs: Study
Nanoplastics and microplastics have entered and accumulated in our lungs, potentially causing serious long-term respiratory damage, according to a new study
Children at ‘high risk’ amid heatwave: UNICEF
UNICEF expressed grave concern in a press release today over the health and safety of children in Bangladesh as a heatwave grips the country
Severe heatwave continues in parts of country
A severe heatwave is sweeping over several northern and southern districts as mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over three divisions including Dhaka and other districts, said a Met office forecast today
Danger warning issued for Bangkok as extreme heat bites
Thai authorities issued an extreme heat warning for Bangkok on Wednesday, urging people to stay indoors for their own safety as temperatures soared
Protecting Ganges river dolphins crucial for preserving ecosystem: minister
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury stated today that protecting the Ganges river dolphins is crucial for preserving the ecosystem of the country's rivers
Fact-check
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.
Fake videos targeting BNP resurfacing on social media: reports
A distorted video featuring a speech by Begum Khaleda Zia, Chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has once again surfaced on Facebook, raising concerns about the spread of misinformation during the upcoming election. The video, created by adding together different portions of a speech delivered by Khaleda Zia in London back in 2015, resurfaced on social media platforms despite being fact-checked by three different fact-checking organisations in 2021 and 2022.
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