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#Women Empowerment / No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3

In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.

BOOK REVIEW: FICTION / A “knockout” debut from Rita Bullwinkel

The eight girls in Headshot clearly hope to escape the chaos of their lives in the ring.

#Perspective / Fencing: The sport Bangladesh didn’t know it needed

In Bangladesh, fencing is still a relatively new activity. It gained popularity in around 2007, far later than in its bordering nations. However, it is rather amazing how much excitement young Bangladeshis have for it.

Sports journalists hold human chain demanding justice for students-people

“I want a fair investigation for every incident, not an eye-wash."

Raducanu 'stands by decision' which ended Murray's Wimbledon career

"Of course, I didn't want to take his last match away from him. But at the end of the day I think a lot of the players in a similar situation would have done the same thing, prioritising their body."

Neer wins chess championship with heavy heart

“I had nearly confirmed my championship win with two rounds in hand and was really happy about it. But now I am shocked and can’t find the words to express my emotions after the death of my beloved Zia sir,” Neer told The Daily Star yesterday.

Rising from Rajshahi: Utshob Ahmed’s journey to boxing glory

In an exclusive interview with Star Lifestyle, Utshob Ahmed shares insights into his journey, the challenges he faced and his aspirations for the future.

Swadhinata Padak 2024 Nomination / When I heard, I started tearing up: Firoza

The 55-year-old was named alongside nine other distinguished persons by the Cabinet Division yesterday.

What it takes to play sports while fasting

Playing any sort of sport while fasting — be it casual or at a professional level — is no easy task.

October 23, 2024
October 23, 2024

No gym, no problem: How Mariya from Rangpur became Bangladesh's first female Ironman 70.3

In October 2024, Mariya stood at the starting line of the Ironman 70.3 Malaysia, her heart pounding with anticipation. The 1.2-mile ocean swim, the 56-mile bike ride, and the 13.1-mile run ahead were daunting, but Mariya was ready. Her journey is not only remarkable for her personal achievement but also for how she has defied societal expectations and broken through barriers, particularly as a young woman coming from a conservative family.

August 17, 2024
August 17, 2024

A “knockout” debut from Rita Bullwinkel

The eight girls in Headshot clearly hope to escape the chaos of their lives in the ring.

August 6, 2024
August 6, 2024

Fencing: The sport Bangladesh didn’t know it needed

In Bangladesh, fencing is still a relatively new activity. It gained popularity in around 2007, far later than in its bordering nations. However, it is rather amazing how much excitement young Bangladeshis have for it.

August 3, 2024
August 3, 2024

Sports journalists hold human chain demanding justice for students-people

“I want a fair investigation for every incident, not an eye-wash."

July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024

Raducanu 'stands by decision' which ended Murray's Wimbledon career

"Of course, I didn't want to take his last match away from him. But at the end of the day I think a lot of the players in a similar situation would have done the same thing, prioritising their body."

July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024

Neer wins chess championship with heavy heart

“I had nearly confirmed my championship win with two rounds in hand and was really happy about it. But now I am shocked and can’t find the words to express my emotions after the death of my beloved Zia sir,” Neer told The Daily Star yesterday.

May 27, 2024
May 27, 2024

Rising from Rajshahi: Utshob Ahmed’s journey to boxing glory

In an exclusive interview with Star Lifestyle, Utshob Ahmed shares insights into his journey, the challenges he faced and his aspirations for the future.

March 15, 2024
March 15, 2024

When I heard, I started tearing up: Firoza

The 55-year-old was named alongside nine other distinguished persons by the Cabinet Division yesterday.

March 14, 2024
March 14, 2024

What it takes to play sports while fasting

Playing any sort of sport while fasting — be it casual or at a professional level — is no easy task.

March 5, 2024
March 5, 2024

1st Bangabandhu Interschool Gymnastics held today

Around 270 young gymnasts from 56 schools across Bangladesh took part in the day-long event.