Sooryavanshi, 15, 'more than ready' for India call-up: Sangakkara
Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been the toast of the cricket world in a stunning IPL season for Rajasthan Royals -- and coach Kumar Sangakkara says the 15-year-old is ready to represent India.
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India pays tribute to Ziaur Rahman on 45th death anniversary
Statement shared by Indian High Commission as Bangladesh marks the anniversary of the late president's death
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Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases
Actors and filmmakers behind this year's Eid-ul-Azha releases are visiting cinemas across the country to promote their films and engage with audiences.
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Tarique pays tribute to Ziaur Rahman on 45th death anniversary
Visits father's grave as party marks anniversary with nationwide programmes
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Deaths of six infants at Ad Din: Probe report to be submitted June 3, says health minister
Strict action would follow the findings of the committee, says Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain
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Musician turns home studio project into upcoming EP 'Beshi Joss'
Bangladeshi musician and songwriter Asif Ranan is set to release a new EP titled “Beshi Joss”, a four-track project that brings together years of songwriting and collaborations with musicians from Bangladesh and abroad.
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Bangladesh begin U-18 Asia Cup campaign with victory over Malaysia
Bangladesh made a convincing start to their Men's U-18 Asia Cup campaign in Japan, defeating a strong Malaysia side 4-2 at the Kawasaki Heavy Industries Hockey Stadium in Kakamigahara on Saturday.
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Zico returns as Dooley names squad for San Marino friendly
Bangladesh national football team's newly appointed head coach Thomas Dooley has placed his faith in experienced campaigners for his first international assignment, naming a final 23-member squad for the FIFA international friendly against San Marino on June 5.
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Masud Hasan Ujjal’s poetic journey with ‘Bonolata Sen’
“Bonolota Sen” is rooted in the poetry of Jibanananda Das. The film stars Masuma Rahman Nabila in the title role, with Khairul Basar portraying the poet Jibanananda Das.
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Teen killed, 15 injured as rival groups clash in Brahmanbaria
Police say an alleged dispute over drugs triggered the violence; additional police deployed in the area
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Small breach on submersible road disrupts harvest transport
A 20-30 foot breach in a 4-kilometre submersible road in Pabna’s Bhangura upazila has disrupted communication and crop transportation for farmers in at least a dozen villages
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‘Roid’: The forbidden fruit and the transcendence of art
Leaving behind comfort and sparking endless curiosity, “Roid” concludes as a true work of art.
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Eid screening of ‘Bonolota Express’ cancelled in Brahmanbaria
Withdrawn venue permission and lack of administrative support led to cancellation, say organisers
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45th death anniversary of Ziaur Rahman being observed
BNP marks the day with an eight-day programme featuring prayers, discussions, charitable activities and commemorative events nationwide
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Pentagon chief says US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia
Speech contrasts with last year’s confrontational tone toward Beijing
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Trump 'in excellent health' but should lose weight: presidential physician
Memo addresses bruising on hands linked to aspirin and frequent handshakes
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PSG vs Arsenal: Key talking points
The match will start at 10:00pm Bangladesh time today.
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US 'more than capable' of resuming war with Iran: Hegseth
Says US munitions balance ensures readiness both regionally and globally
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Eid Day 3: Your complete guide to today’s TV specials
From blockbuster films and romantic dramas to telefilms, serials and celebrity shows, viewers will have plenty of entertainment options throughout the day.
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After Baba, Eid was never the same
Losing him changed not only me but also the entire atmosphere of our home.
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Mexico restricting travelers from Central Africa over Ebola fears
Three Mexican airlines announced restrictions Friday for travelers from Central African countries due to the region's deadly Ebola outbreak, as Mexico prepares to welcome fans and athletes for the World Cup in less than two weeks.
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Top remaining men's seed Zverev wobbles but beats Halys
Alexander Zverev brought the curtain down on a dramatic Friday at the French Open with a late-night 6-4, 6-3, 5-7 6-2 victory over local hope Quentin Halys, to reach a suddenly star-shorn last 16.
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Alphonso Davies in Canada World Cup squad despite injury
Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David were the star names in Canada's World Cup squad as coach Jesse Marsch unveiled the co-host's 26-man roster on Friday.
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Spain favorites to win World Cup, Goldman Sachs model shows
Spain are the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup, ahead of France, Argentina and Brazil, according to a Goldman Sachs model published on Friday that uses teams' historical performance and ranking data.
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Who will safeguard Bangladesh’s cultural future?
Safeguarding Bangladesh’s cultural heritage now demands an urgent shift towards institutionalised crisis preparedness and robust cultural resilience.
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From Durée to Nomadology: Tagore’s “Balaka” and the decolonial poetics of becoming
A deep dive into Rabindranath Tagore’s Balaka, analyzing its kinetic cosmology, Indic traditions, and its relevance to modern decolonial thought.
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Trump insists on red lines as Iran deal remains elusive
The White House had indicated Trump was close to a decision on a potential deal, even as Tehran insisted there was still "no final agreement" on ending the Middle East conflict.
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IMF, World Bank, IEA chiefs warn of summer fuel scarcity if Hormuz strait remains closed
"Global oil inventories are being drawn down at a record pace in response to the major loss of supply through the Strait of Hormuz," the heads of the agencies said in a joint statement.
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'I don't know': Djokovic unsure on French Open future
Novak Djokovic said he didn't know if he would play at the French Open again after his latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam ended in a third-round loss to Joao Fonseca on Friday.
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Barcelona sign Gordon from Newcastle
Barcelona confirmed the signing of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United on Friday, for a fee that could rise to 80 million euros ($93 million).
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Sooryavanshi's 96 in vain as Gujarat down Rajasthan to reach final
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 96 was in vain as Gujarat Titans beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets on Friday to set up an IPL final against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
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Fonseca blasts Djokovic out of French Open after epic comeback
Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca knocked Novak Djokovic out in the third round of the French Open on Friday to scupper the Serbian great's latest quest for a record 25th Grand Slam.
30 May 2026, 02:09 AM
The sacred water world of the Sundarbans
In the Sundarbans, water is more than survival, shaping beliefs, rituals, social norms, and ecological knowledge.
30 May 2026, 00:10 AM
Rescuers free one of seven men trapped in Laos cave
Seven men had been trapped in the cavern in a remote mountainous area of central Xaysomboun province since May 20
30 May 2026, 00:09 AM
Iran says 'no negotiations' taking place on nuclear issue: state TV
'At this stage, we are focused on ending the war,' says Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei
30 May 2026, 00:06 AM
The living knowledge of Bonojibis and why it matters
Beyond conservation narratives, Sundarbans Bonojibis imagine the forest as kin, revealing alternative ways of living together.
30 May 2026, 00:05 AM
Trump to decide imminently on Iran deal, says Hormuz Strait must open
Trump to make decision on extending ceasefire with Iran
30 May 2026, 00:01 AM
3 Bangladeshis hurt in Israeli attack in Lebanon
Three Bangladeshis were injured in an Israeli attack in Lebanon’s southern Nabatiyeh region on Thursday.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Ebola outreak: WHO confirms first recovery in DRC
The World Health Organization (WHO) yesterday announced the first recovery of a confirmed Ebola patient in the outbreak raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Rawhide traders’ woes continue
Rawhide prices in Dhaka rose slightly on the second day of Eid-ul-Azha, still well below government-set prices, while traders outside the capital were forced to dump unsold hides due to low prices.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Mosquitoes can learn to love common repellent
Mosquitoes can learn to associate the smell of the world’s most common insect repellent with a tasty meal -- and after training can even prefer to bite people who have been sprayed with it, an experimental study said Thursday.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Things I miss about Dhaka when away
It’s been more than a decade since I have moved in Dhaka. Since then, I have spent only a few days away from Dhaka, and it has become such that I feel more comfortable at Dhaka than anywhere else. Which is ironic because there is so much about this city that irks me.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Man beaten to death over theft allegations
A 45-year-old man was beaten to death and two others injured in a mob attack in Satkania upazila of Chattogram on Thursday night.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
10 more die of measles, symptoms
The country recorded double-digit deaths from measles and measles-like symptoms again yesterday, after a two-day gap.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
NITOR sees post‑Eid patient surge
Mohammad Ali, with his left leg broken, lay on a bed at the emergency department of the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation (NITOR).
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
The flavours of Eid and the memory of home
This year, both Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha came as they should, celebrated across many countries.Yet while joy filled some homes, in others it arrived with a heavy heart.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Sexual violence: UN to add Israel to conflict blacklist
Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations said his country had been added to a UN blacklist of sexual violence in conflict zones, alongside Hamas.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Our Eids and Puja in Azimpur
In 1970s Azimpur, the two Eids and Durga Puja were the punctuation marks of our year—days when stairwells, verandas, and a single playground turned many flats into one home.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
N Korea ‘not keen’ on engaging with US, South: S’pore FM
North Korea does not seem keen on diplomacy with Washington and Seoul, instead choosing to strengthen self-reliance and military deterrence, Singapore’s foreign minister has said after a rare trip to the politically isolated nation.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
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The Daily Star’s e-paper will be available throughout the Eid-ul-Azha holiday, starting May 26.
Readers can access the e-paper for free during the holiday.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Ex-head of Hong Kong journalist union jailed for obstructing police
A Hong Kong court yesterday dismissed an appeal by the former head of the city’s largest press union against a conviction for obstructing police officers, issuing a five-day jail sentence.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Animal waste, stench still linger on Dhaka streets
On Eid day, State Minister for LGRD Mir Shah Alam said all sacrificial waste across the capital would be removed by yesterday 2:00am.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
India crackdown: Migrants try to flee to Bangladesh
Hasina Bibi clutched her hungry four-year-old daughter as she waited at an India-Bangladesh border post, trying to leave as fears grow of an Indian crackdown on undocumented migrants.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
PM unhappy over uncleared Eid waste
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday expressed dissatisfaction after seeing sacrificial animal waste left uncleared in several areas in Dhaka during a surprise inspection while driving around the capital.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Zia’s 45th death anniv today
The BNP will observe the 45th death anniversary of its founder and former president Ziaur Rahman today.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Still no deal finalised with US to end war
Iran’s foreign ministry yesterday said that there was still “no final agreement” with the United States to end the Middle East war, after US President Donald Trump said he was making his decision on a potential deal.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
BNP walks tightrope amid global shocks
In its first 100 days in office, the BNP government has found itself navigating a turbulent global landscape, shaped by the US-Israel war on Iran and geopolitical rivalry among major powers, which is causing energy insecurity and mounting economic pressure at home.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Japan sees record 5‑year population drop: census
Japan’s population dropped by a record 2.5 percent in the span of five years, census data showed yesterday, as the world’s fourth-largest economy struggles to overcome demographic woes.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM