Who is Balen Shah? Nepal's rapper-mayor poised to become PM

Shah's rise challenges Nepal's traditional political elite
6 March 2026, 19:41 PM

Middle East conflict now brings hot waters to distant shores

Sends shockwaves to Indian Ocean shipping lanes
5 March 2026, 13:13 PM

When Nosferatu came out of the shadows

The movie premiered on this day over 100 years ago and introduced audiences to soundless horror
4 March 2026, 15:58 PM

Apple quietly launched a cheaper iPhone 17e

Apple has officially introduced the iPhone 17e, a more affordable addition to the iPhone 17 lineup.
4 March 2026, 01:41 AM

Iraq, Libya, and now Iran?

The US-Israeli strike revives a familiar belief: that removing strongmen brings stability; record says otherwise
1 March 2026, 17:54 PM

A war neither Pakistan nor Afghanistan can win, but South Asia will lose

Retaliatory strikes expose structural tensions that could destabilise South Asia for years
28 February 2026, 17:35 PM

Policing at parks, suspecting the young

Heavy-handed anti-drug drives and arbitrary enforcement risk turning public spaces and young people into targets, raising concerns over civil liberties
24 February 2026, 14:07 PM

Mayweather to fight Pacquiao in Las Vegas in September

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will meet in a professional fight at Las Vegas's Sphere this September, Netflix announced Monday.
24 February 2026, 11:40 AM

Want a healthy iftar? Ditch the sugary sweets for these options

Optimize your Ramadan health by prioritizing hydration with cucumbers and lettuce during iftar. Replace sugary jilapi with fibre-rich dates and oranges to stabilize blood sugar, ensuring your body recovers effectively after a long fast.
19 February 2026, 14:41 PM

How living abroad changes your relationship with food

Often treated as an afterthought, food becomes one of the most significant and unexpected aspects of culture shock for those living abroad.
19 February 2026, 10:00 AM

From July uprising to new government: 18 months in 12 minutes

Interim govt, Consensus commission, Operation Devil Hunt, Mob -- as things occurred
18 February 2026, 20:25 PM

Oscar winning-actor Robert Duvall known for Godfather, Apocalypse Now dies at 95

His first movie part was the mysterious recluse Boo Radley in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
17 February 2026, 00:50 AM

India, Pakistan, China: What could be Bangladesh’s strategic balancing act?

With a landslide victory, the BNP led by Tarique Rahman is set to assume state power. But alongside the celebration of electoral success, five major diplomatic and strategic challenges lie ahead. Citing political analysts, Al Jazeera reports that while Bangladesh is entering a new chapter, the road forward is far from smooth.
16 February 2026, 17:16 PM

Analysis: How will the new government be formed?

Star News Analysis on the procedure to form new govt
13 February 2026, 19:26 PM

The landslide triumph is also a litmus test for BNP

Whether commanding majority yields reform or relapse depends on how power is exercised
13 February 2026, 16:36 PM

US tariff cut comes at a steep cost

Bangladesh secures a marginal US tariff cut to 19%, but commits to billions of dollars in purchases
11 February 2026, 02:49 AM

Election fever: What does the atmosphere say?

What does the atmosphere dictate right now, as polling day knocks on the door
10 February 2026, 22:55 PM

Only women can decide whether, and how much, they want to work

Why women’s participation in public life cannot be conditional or negotiable
10 February 2026, 21:10 PM