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Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant: First unit to start production in Dec
One of the two units of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant will be commissioned this December if transmission lines are ready although the deadline for the project’s completion has been extended to 2027.
Heat takes a toll on expecting mothers
The ongoing heatwave has exacerbated the challenges faced by everyone in the country, but the situation has become particularly difficult for expecting mothers.
Protest over students' death: Cuet to reopen on May 12
The Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (Cuet), which was closed following a student protest over the death of two students in a road accident, will reopen on May 12.
Bairstow stars as Punjab pull off record T20 chase
Jonny Bairstow smashed an unbeaten century as Punjab Kings recorded the highest successful run chase in T20 cricket with an eight-wicket thrashing of Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League on Friday.
Innovating art promotion
The art scene of Dhaka is quite robust even though it is a challenging business -- one that needs to build a trusted rapport with the buyers. While art is food for your soul, selling artwork is what runs the show.
Opinion
Mercury Rising / Why is Bangladesh in the grip of a sizzling heatwave?
We should prepare ourselves for future heatwaves and help the most vulnerable people enduring the ongoing blistering heat.
World Intellectual Property Day / A solid base of intellectual property rights will drive innovation
IP rights protection can encourage innovation and entrepreneurial enthusiasm on a large scale
Column by Mahfuz Anam / EVMs, the EC, and waste of public money
Why did the EVM experiment fall on its face?
Business
Stocks lose lustre as investment tool
Since the floor price removal, the stocks have been bleeding owing to massive sell-offs by local and foreign investors as the economic uncertainty persists
API production falls short
Sports
Spurs will be on the attack against Arsenal: Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou insisted Tottenham will stick to his attacking philosophy in Sunday's crucial north London derby against Premier League leaders Arsenal.
Champions Alcaraz and Sabalenka through in Madrid Open
Defending Madrid Open champions Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka both triumphed in their opening clashes in the Spanish capital on Friday to reach the third round.
Heatwave defers DPL schedule
The third round of the ongoing Super League phase of the Dhaka Premier League was rescheduled and pushed back by two days due to the severe heatwave that has been sweeping across the country in recent weeks.
News
Heat takes a toll on expecting mothers
The ongoing heatwave has exacerbated the challenges faced by everyone in the country, but the situation has become particularly difficult for expecting mothers.
Gas supply to remain halted for 12 hours
Gas supply will remain suspended for all categories of customers in different areas of the capital for 12 hours from 9:00am to 9:00pm today for emergency works in the gas pipeline.
43 years of compassion
Valerie Ann Taylor, a British-born physiotherapist and humanitarian, was recognised yesterday for her enduring dedication and selfless service to the impoverished and individuals with disabilities in Bangladesh for over 43 years.
Ease visa conditions for workers
State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Shofiqur Rahman Choudhury has called on the UK government to ease visa conditions for Bangladeshi workers who want to work in hospitality and catering sectors
Dhaka seeks global urgent actions to cut carbon emissions
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has held a meeting with Dr Jörg Kukies, State Secretary for Economic, Finance and European Affairs at the German Federal Chancellery
Innovating art promotion
The art scene of Dhaka is quite robust even though it is a challenging business -- one that needs to build a trusted rapport with the buyers. While art is food for your soul, selling artwork is...
My Dhaka / Savoury Summer Delights: Green mango season is here
Mango is known as the king of fruits and justifiably so!
Entertainment
Ritu Raj blends tradition and panache
Recently, the singer released his track “Poro Choitali Shajhe” from his album “Raj”, a project that had been a dream for both him and his elder brother, Prithwi Raj. Unfortunately, Prithwi's untimely passing in 2019 momentarily halted their work.
Art without limits: Bangladesh hosts inaugural International Disability Art Festival
The National Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy buzzed with excitement as the inaugural International Disability Art Festival 2024 commenced today, marking a significant milestone in arts and inclusivity.
Rabiraag to pay tribute to Sadi Mohammad today
Cultural organisation Rabiraag, well-known for its celebration of the essence of music, is poised to pay tribute to the memory of the legendary Rabindra Sangeet maestro, Sadi Mohammad.
Life & Living
7 Summer Essentials you must have in your bag
7 things you should have in your bag to make summer days a bit more bearable.
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.
#Decor / Stress-free bedroom makeover using furniture sets
Here are three reasons why investing in furniture sets, instead of going for individual pieces, can make your bedroom interior designing project smoother.
Youth
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.
How to write a stellar personal statement
During college admissions season, hundreds of thousands of students across the globe scramble to get their applications in order.
How CHRF is redefining single-cell genomics in Bangladesh
For the first time in Bangladesh, Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) has successfully generated single-cell genomic (SCG) data for the Human Cell Atlas (HCA).
Tech & Startup
Microsoft expands its AI empire abroad
Microsoft, the tech titan most closely associated with AI, has announced nearly $10 billion in investments in artificial intelligence abroad in recent months, the price it is willing to pay to remain a top player in this crucial market
ByteDance says 'no plans' to sell TikTok after US ban law
Chinese tech giant ByteDance has said it has no plans to sell TikTok after a new US law put it on a deadline to divest from the hugely popular video platform or have it banned in the United States
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.
Star Multimedia
Locally-made water mist cannons deployed in Narayanganj
The residents of Narayanganj are getting a little respite from the ongoing heatwave as locally-made water mist cannons have been deployed on major roads in the city
Youngsters who showed the world what our robots can do
Competing against 451 teams from 77 countries, the Bangladeshi robotics team "Robonium Bangladesh" clinched the 5th position in the World Robot Olympiad 2023 in the "Future Innovators (Senior)" category, held in Panama
How did Israel and Iran go from friend to foe?
Find out in today's Star Explains
'We will break their hands and throw them into the Jamuna'
An Awami League leader has warned that agents of candidates other than their own will not be allowed to enter any polling centres in the Sarishabari Upazila Parishad election in Jamalpur.
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
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Environment
Sweltering heat to continue for few more days
With this season’s highest temperature recorded yesterday, people across the country are bearing the brunt of searing heat and this situation may continue for a few days more.
Areas in Dhaka where gas supply will be off for 12 hours tomorrow
Gas supply will remain suspended for all categories of customers at different areas in the city for 12 hours from 9:00am to 9:00pm tomorrow (Saturday) for emergency works in the gas pipeline
Rain likely in parts of Chattogram, Sylhet divisions
Bangladesh Metrological Department (BMD) forecast rain or thundershowers in Chattogram and Sylhet divisions in 24 hours from 9:00 am today
Nature Quest: A fairy 'tail' from paradise
An adult male Indian paradise flycatcher spotted among the greenery in Salampur of Natore's Lalpur upazila. This magnificent looking bird is native to the Indian subcontinent, central Asia, and Myanmar
865,000 illegal gas connections snapped in last 2 yrs: Nasrul
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid today said in the last two years, a total of 865,000 illegal gas connections have been snapped
Heatwave alert extended for 72 hours
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a warning that the ongoing heatwave is likely to persist for 72 more hours starting this morning
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
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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