On January 30, 2014, a Chattogram court handed down death penalty to 14 people in the 10 truckloads of firearms case
A father of one, Fahimuzzaman said that his income in Bangladesh did not allow him to build any savings
The planning ministry’s taskforce for sustainable development has drafted a report with proposals to fix the economic fault lines identified by the white paper on the economic state of the country and achieve moderate economic growth.
He went missing in April 2019 and returned home from Aynaghor two days after the fall of Hasina-led government
Calls for media freedom in Bangladesh
Dhaka's minimum temperature this morning was 17 degrees Celsius
The clash erupted between the followers of Zobayer and Saad around 3:00am, the Tongi West Police Station's OC said
West Indies won the toss and opted to bowl in the second T20I against Bangladesh in St. Vincent. Bangladesh won the first T20I, making the second T20I a do-or-die affair for the hosts.
India's spin spearhead Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket in all formats after the third Test against Australia finished in a draw in Brisbane on Wednesday.
As the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences reveals the contenders in 10 key categories, these two heavyweights are leading the charge, with “Emilia Pérez” garnering six mentions and “Wicked” securing four.
Credit card spending by Bangladeshi citizens in India has plummeted in recent months while it is rising in Thailand and Singapore, according to central bank data.
Claims neglect in jail custody caused permanent damage to his eye
Ten accused in Advocate Saiful Islam Alif murder case were shown arrested in a case filed over attacking lawyers at Ctg court
Tom Cruise has received the US Navy’s highest civilian honour in recognition of his “exceptional contributions” to the armed forces through his film roles.
Frigid weather is expected to persist, with cold daytime temperatures and even colder nighttime lows, particularly in rural and desert areas.
Bangladesh batsman Soumya Sarkar has suffered a finger injury during the second T20 International against the West Indies in St. Vincent today, which may keep him out of action for around three weeks, according to a press release from Bangladesh Cricket Board.
Gen Z should keep in mind that the US cannot afford to overlook a partner like Bangladesh given the country’s pivotal position in South Asia’s economic landscape.
High costs are discouraging many from registering
Regulators have long warned that cryptocurrencies like bitcoin are high-risk assets, with limited uses in the real world. High volatility has been another barrier to wide adoption as a means of payment.
Bangladesh cricket team will head into the new year, looking to wrap up 2024 with a clean sweep of West Indies after having already clinched the series with a 27-run win in the second T20I at Kingstown earlier today.
The third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane ended in a draw after storms halted the hosts' bid for an unlikely win Wednesday to leave the series locked 1-1.
The last time Chelsea won the Premier League was back in 2016-17. Since then, despite being in the fight for the crown on a few occasions, The Blues have struggled to find the killer instinct and have suffered from several setbacks centred around an unexpected change in ownership. Performance levels had also reached severe lows in the 2022-23 season and they ended up finishing 12th in the league.
Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov was killed outside an apartment building when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off
Scientists have warned that planet-warming greenhouse gases will have to be drastically slashed to limit global heating to avoid catastrophic impacts on the Earth and humanity.
Prof Yunus will attend D-8 Summit scheduled to be held on December 19
Bajabu had been arrested in 2007 and was accused of belonging to Al-Qaeda's East Africa branch.
Claiming himself innocent, Qamrul told the court that he has been suffering from different ailments, including liver cancer since 2017
Nestled in the heart of Old Dhaka, Baldah Garden is a haven of natural beauty. As you step into the century-old botanical garden, an array of rare species of plants welcomes you. The diverse...
When our Liberation War broke out, I was just shy of two. I have no recollection of what happened around me during that period.
After nearly two years, the much-discussed Arekta Rock Band is set to make a comeback to the concert stage. For the first time in almost four years, the band will reunite with its founding members for a live performance.
"Priyo Maloti", directed by Shankha Dasgupta, is a story deeply rooted in the lives of ordinary people. "It’s our story, the story of our lives. It’s completely original. The audience will get to experience a film with a fresh, authentic narrative," Mehazabien explained. "There is always a demand for good stories, and this film delivers just that."
David Corenswet debuts as the legendary superhero in the first official “Superman” poster. Director James Gunn revealed the motion poster on his Instagram account on Monday, giving audiences a glimpse of the highly anticipated film. Featuring Corenswet as the Man of Steel, the movie is scheduled for a worldwide release on July 11, 2025.
Architect and artist Nazm Anwr created a 450-foot Bangla calligraphy installation in Banani, Dhaka, in two days, blending art, activism, and heritage to reconnect people with language and inspire reflection on public expression.
Judy Garland's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz sold for $32.5M, symbolizing cinema's artistic legacy, nostalgia, and enduring storytelling power.
This year, to observe 16 December, we have curated a list of four diverse yet fascinating poetry books for you to immerse yourself in.
From the aftermath of what was perhaps one of hip-hop’s biggest rap feuds (against Drake, no less), Kendrick Lamar has released his newest project. The biggest question is: Is it any good?
Digital platforms can become a powerful tool to combat gender-based cyber violence, but only if we act decisively.
Students of the Institute of Fine Arts protested for a second consecutive day, demanding resolutions to ongoing issues and injustices within the institution
Meta’s microblogging social media platform, Threads, has exceeded 100 million daily active users, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on December 17.
Google has recently announced Whisk, a new generative AI tool which allows users to create images by using other images as prompts rather than relying on detailed text descriptions.
Fahim Chowdhury, a pilot, has drawn the map of Bangladesh in the sky using a Cessna 172 aircraft on the occasion of the 53rd Victory Day of Bangladesh.
Professor Dr Salimullah Khan holds an in-depth conversation with The Daily Star Editor Mahfuz Anam.
Accoridng to media reports, Quader fled to the Indian state of Kolkata via Shillong on Nov 8
Probe reports for both the cases were scheduled for completion today
The Commission of Inquiry into Disappearances recommended that Rab be abolished. But the question is, will the number of enforced disappearances and murders decrease if Rab is abolished?
Mohammed al-Bashir has been sworn in as the 70th Prime Minister of Syria
Bangladesh Meteorological Department today predicted rain in parts of the country, including Dhaka division, from Friday, which may further intensify the cold weather
A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck Tuesday off the coast of the Pacific island state of Vanuatu
The High Court today issued a rule questioning the legality of the government's decision to impose restrictions on the movement and stay of tourists or citizens on the environmentally critical Saint Martin’s Island
The weather is expected to remain similar for the next few days
Around 250 acres of Lawachhara National Park remain occupied
Few in the Jahan family's remote Bangladeshi village had seen a jackal up close before the morning one stalked Musqan through the paddy fields, pounced on her, and maimed the four-year-old for life
Chuadanga records country's lowest temperature today at 8.7°C
Dhaka's air was classified as "very unhealthy", according to the air quality and pollution city ranking
