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Shishu Park: the missing piece of Shahbagh
I often catch myself, almost involuntarily, looking towards the spot where Shishu Park once stood whenever I pass through Shahbagh.
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Chhatra Dal leader held over rape of HSC student in Jashore
Police say case filed based on victim's complaint; accused to be produced before court today
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Woman, her mother stabbed to death in Dhaka's Kalabagan; husband held
Police say the woman died at the scene, while her mother later died at DMCH
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The dragon, eagle, elephant and tiger in a changing South Asia
As global power dynamics shift, Bangladesh must navigate competing giants with strategic autonomy, institutional strength, and pragmatic diplomacy.
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Beyond geopolitics: Rethinking regional cooperation in South Asia
South Asia's future depends less on geopolitical rivalry than on practical cooperation to confront shared transboundary challenges and vulnerabilities.
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Bangladesh
Saudi-led maritime coalition: Dhaka must shield ties with key actors
Bangladesh’s decision to join a Saudi Arabia-led maritime security coalition underscores Dhaka’s commitment to protecting global sea lanes while carefully balancing relations with competing regional powers, analysts say.
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$100 Billion exports by 2030: Businesses see energy crisis as main hurdle
Businesses yesterday demanded a better investment climate and adequate energy supplies for industries as the government seeks to raise annual exports to $100 billion by 2030 from $48 billion in
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Former vice-chancellor's research retracted over misconduct and fraud
Former Vice Chancellor of Jashore University of Science and Technology, Professor Md Abdul Majid, has been named among Bangladeshi researchers whose academic papers were retracted by international journals over allegations
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Primary teacher recruits to stage Shahbag sit-in over delayed appointments
A total of 175 days have passed since the publication of the final results, but the 14,384 selected candidates have yet to receive appointment letters.
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Yaba, crystal meth become the new narco currency
The Daily Star explores the trafficking routes, the threats and the impacts of drug abuse. The second instalment looks at how drugs are used as a currency for illicit cross-border
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August 2, 2024: Thousands join ‘Droho Jatra’
“Who do we go to when the police murders?” -- read a placard at a march of defiance titled ‘Droho Jatra’ that unfolded in Dhaka and was joined by thousands,
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BNP entrusts party chief to nominate presidential candidate
The BNP's standing committee authorised Chairperson Tarique Rahman to nominate a presidential candidate, following President Shahabuddin's resignation. Extensive discussions were held.
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International
13 dead after small tourist plane crashes in Peru
Seven Italians, two Germans and two Spaniards were killed, along with two crew members, a spokesman for the transport ministry said
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Bomb carried by woman kills three, injures 21 near Moscow restaurant, authorities say
Blast kills security guard, woman carrying bomb and restaurant customer, RIA reports
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Global economy: risk is not destiny
Muhammad Mahmood’s article, “Global Economy in 2026,” (FE, P-4 July 26, 2026) is both timely and important. The global economy is unquestionably under severe stress. War in the Middle East,
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At least 67 people died in recent migrant surge in Ceuta: Spanish minister
Most of the migrants had returned by Saturday back to Morocco after tens of thousands crossed over the border, most by swimming around the small frontier post that juts into
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Spain installs floating barrier in Ceuta after calm night following border rush
Spain said migrant crossings into its North African enclave of Ceuta had stopped ​overnight, as police began installing a 500-metre (1,640-foot) floating barrier on Saturday off its border with Morocco
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Israeli strikes kill two in Gaza, destroy medicine storage warehouses
Israel's military on Saturday killed two Palestinians in Gaza and destroyed two warehouses near a hospital that were said to be storing medicine in separate strikes, amid uncertainty over whether
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Famed climber Nirmal Purja, nine others, die in avalanche in Pakistan, hiking company says
Celebrated Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, who set a record for the fastest ascent of the world's 14 highest mountains, died in an avalanche during an expedition in Pakistan, his company
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Technology
When rogue AI launches a cyberattack, who is legally responsible?
Delangue also mentioned Anthropic, which revealed Thursday that three of its models had broken into three different websites, also during testing.
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Sport
De Zerbi unsure over Richarlison's future at Spurs
Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi is unsure whether Richarlison will stay at the club, saying the Brazilian forward "sometimes" wants to leave.
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Chelsea bring in 35-year old striker Welbeck from Brighton
Chelsea have signed experienced striker Danny Welbeck on a two-year deal from fellow Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion, the London side said on Saturday.
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Messi returns as Inter Miami draw 2-2 against Columbus Crew
Lionel Messi returned to Major League Soccer action after World Cup duty on Saturday, coming on in the second half as his Inter Miami side drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew.
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UEFA, CONCACAF target Infantino after FIFA shelve World Cup private investment plan
The beleaguered Infantino said he would focus on restoring harmony while continuing to grow the game.
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Messi returns to action for Miami after World Cup final heartbreak
Lionel Messi returned to competitive action for the first time since Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain, but his comeback ended in disappointment as Inter Miami were held to
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Bangladesh's group is really tight, Topu says of SAFF Championship draw
Experienced defender Topu Barman described Bangladesh's Group A at the SAFF Championship as a "tight" one, but remains optimistic about the hosts' chances of going all the way in the
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Politics
Climate of fear re-emerging in country: Nahid
NCP chief urges govt to prioritise communal harmony, law and order
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PM being misled, BNP getting pushed toward fascism: Porwar
Jamaat secretary general accuses BNP of abandoning July Charter at Dhaka North rally
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Tarique to pick BNP's nominee for president: Fakhrul
Party says EC already preparing to hold presidential election
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Minorities should maintain ties with all parties, not just one: Nahid Islam
National Citizen Party (NCP) convenor and Chief Whip of the opposition Nahid Islam on Saturday said Bangladesh's minority communities, including Hindus, Buddhists and Christians, should maintain relations with all political
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BNP Standing Committee meeting held
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) held a meeting of its highest policymaking body, the standing committee, on Saturday night. The meeting, presided over by BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, started at 8:10
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Business
Chinese Economic Zone in Chattogram: USD 1.3b investment, over 100,000 jobs expected
The zone's greatest advantage is its location. Anwara is directly connected to Chittagong Port through the Karnaphuli Tunnel. Meanwhile, a new road linking Anwara to Matarbari via Banshkhali and Pekua
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Rooppur enters final stage of power generation, when will commercial operation begin
Bangladesh Atomic Energy Regulatory Authority (BAERA) must review and approve the results of each test before the plant can begin generating power.
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Shahjalal Islami Bank organises half-yearly business conference
Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC had organized “Half-Yearly Business Conference-2026” on July 30 at a local hotel in Coxsbazar through a hybrid platform.
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Editorial
What kind of president does Bangladesh need?
Mohammed Shahabuddin’s less-than-ceremonious exit from the presidency allows the ruling BNP to draw a line under months of ambiguity over two issues.
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Property reform for parents: A step in the right direction, but mind the gaps
On July 30, 2026, Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman stated that the government is considering amending the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 to allow parents to retain the right to possess
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Bring the stranded Bangladeshis home
We are alarmed by a recent report that highlighted the horrors faced by Bangladeshi migrant workers who were lured to Russia with promises of a better future but later had
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Can the new law stop human trafficking?
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons was observed on July 30 to raise awareness, support victims and reinforce global efforts to combat this transnational crime. The occasion comes at a
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Cost of tyrant-backed illicit financial flows
Illicit financial flows from various countries to tax havens are now a reality. Over the decades, these flows have increased, and their diversification has troubled developing nations. Bangladesh is no
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Entertainment
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ breaks opening-day box office record with $168m debut
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” has made a record-breaking start at the North American box office, earning an estimated $168 million on its opening day to set a new domestic opening-day
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‘Barsha Biplober Gaan’ concert to mark July Uprising Day on Aug 5
The line-up includes singer Asif Akbar and bands Ark, Shironamhin, Artcell, AvoidRafa, and Kureghor.
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Channel i to celebrate Khurshid Alam’s birthday with special documentary
Titled “Hridoye Ki Sur Baje”, the documentary will air at 5:40pm. It has been directed by media personality Shykh Seraj.
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‘Ajke Na Hoy Bhalobasho’ remains Khurshid Alam’s most requested song
Khurshid Alam is one of the country's most accomplished singers. He has lent his voice to countless songs over his long musical career.
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Health
When hidden stones strike from within
Most people have heard of kidney stones or gallstones, but few realise that stones can also develop in the pancreas.
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Can the right video game help tackle loneliness? The answer may surprise you.
Video games have long been blamed for keeping people indoors, but new research suggests the right kind of game could actually become part of the solution to severe social isolation.
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Life style
VAAUS joins hands with Kishwar Chowdhury to turn food into hope
At VAAUS's Flavours of Home event on 26 July, she reflected on her childhood memories, her journey to one of the world's biggest culinary stages, and her initiative, Kishwar's Culinary
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