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For how long will we gain experience?

Long jumper Swapna Khatun spoke to The Daily Star

23 Oct 2026 8:14 am
'Generational rage': Young Europeans fight to be heard

From blockaded schools in Rome to tent camps in Madrid and street protests in France, young people across Europe are turning their anger on a political class they say is not listening

23 Oct 2026 8:12 am
Juventus fight back to draw with Rennes as Leverkusen go top

The draw at least spared Juventus a second successive defeat following Sunday's 3-0 home loss to Lazio in Serie A.

23 Oct 2026 1:20 am
Rooney labels Man United players

When Martinez came out, I said this is an absolute nightmare because it will rip the dressing room apart, Rooney told the United Stand podcast on Thursday. That was the start. We've seen it now with Bruno and you're going to see it with more players because they don't want to take responsibility.

23 Oct 2026 1:14 am
Records galore as Brook, Sri Lanka make history

Sri Lanka etched their names in the history books with a remarkable batting display in Rawalpindi on Thursday, chasing down a mammoth target of 430 to beat England by two wickets.

23 Oct 2026 12:54 am
2 killed as motorcycles collide in Pabna

Two others injured in head-on crash on Jalalpur-Goyeshpur road

23 Oct 2026 12:45 am
We play good old Test cricket : Bavuma says after victory over Aussies

Bavuma was named man of the match for his career-best innings of 179. It provided the foundation for a victory which seemed improbable with the first two days ruined by rain and his team in deep trouble on the third morning after being sent in.

23 Oct 2026 12:09 am
LGRD Minister Moyeen Khan hospitalised

His condition is more stable than yesterday, says Women and Children Affairs Minister Zahid Hossain

22 Oct 2026 10:33 pm
Man killed in Madaripur clash after attack by burqa-clad assailants, police official says

Police identify the deceased as one of four suspected attackers

22 Oct 2026 10:28 pm
Records tumble as Sri Lanka register second-highest successful ODI chase

Janith Liyanage smashed a six off the penultimate ball as Sri Lanka completed the second-highest successful run chase in ODI history, scoring 430-8 to beat England in Rawalpindi on Thursday.

22 Oct 2026 10:28 pm
12-year-old allegedly raped repeatedly in Gazipur, 3 arrested

The girl became pregnant and later suffered a miscarriage after taking medication allegedly supplied by one of the accused, according to the FIR

22 Oct 2026 10:14 pm
Cabinet Division asks govt offices to follow national flag rules

Letter says some officials display flags without authorisation and use them as office backdrops

22 Oct 2026 10:04 pm
Websites at hacking risk from critical flaws, warns govt agency

Millions of attempts to exploit vulnerabilities reported worldwide; BB takes website offline as precaution

22 Oct 2026 9:18 pm
Paris shop-owners and residents prepare for fresh protests

With new demonstrations called for Saturday, merchants have been busily covering shop windows with wooden barriers, hoping they can withstand another assault

22 Oct 2026 9:10 pm
Maroon Oriole spotted at Jahangirnagar University for the first time

Ornithologist Prof Monirul Khan confirms first recorded sighting of the bird on campus

22 Oct 2026 8:35 pm
Fisheries department proposes Tk 47cr project for 29 baors

A press release issued today by the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock said the project aims to increase fish production in the baors of Jashore, Jhenaidah, Chuadanga and Kushtia by at least 10 percent

22 Oct 2026 8:28 pm
Stepfather arrested over alleged attempted rape of 7-year-old girl in Jashore

The child's mother says she intervened after hearing her daughter's screams

22 Oct 2026 8:08 pm
Two Bangladeshis hospitalised after Dammam airport attack in Saudi Arabia

Both lost consciousness from heat and smoke but sustained no visible injuries

22 Oct 2026 8:06 pm
A costly night in Europe

The Champions League delivered its usual dose of drama in Matchday 3, but the celebrations came with a painful price.

22 Oct 2026 7:59 pm
South Africa complete innings victory over Australia

South Africa wrapped up a brilliant innings-and-31-run win over Australia in the second Test at St George's Park on Thursday, levelling the three-match series.

22 Oct 2026 7:51 pm
Messi back in Spain to receive prestigious Princess of Asturias Award

The 39-year-old superstar is being recognised for his achievements in football and charitable work supporting education and healthcare for disadvantaged children.

22 Oct 2026 7:34 pm
Bangladesh, Algeria sign energy MoU, opening up LNG import prospects

Agreement creates scope for cooperation on refineries, LNG infrastructure, and exploration of coal and gas fields

22 Oct 2026 7:31 pm
Chattogram businessman abducted by men posing as SRB members rescued from Teknaf Rohingya camp, police say

Police say an ex-Rab member led the gang, which demanded Tk 20 lakh in ransom

22 Oct 2026 7:16 pm
SSC 2026: Students who failed demand supplementary exams this year

Students also seek admission to Class XI without losing an academic year, proposing provisional enrolment if supplementary exams cannot be held in 2026

22 Oct 2026 6:38 pm
Couple dies after gas cylinder explosion in Gazipur

Their 16-year-old daughter remains hospitalised with 86pc burns

22 Oct 2026 3:05 pm
22 Oct 2026 3:00 pm
Argentina hope to seal Scaloni's contract renewal in November

Argentina are closing in on a contract renewal for head coach Lionel Scaloni, with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) optimistic that a new deal could be finalised during the November FIFA international window, according to a TyC Sports report on Wednesday.

22 Oct 2026 2:40 pm
Madrasa headteacher's wife arrested over alleged rape of 13-year-old in Savar

Headteacher on the run; angry locals vandalise madrasa following allegations

22 Oct 2026 2:15 pm
Maradona doctor was made 'scapegoat' for his death, Argentine court told

A lawyer for Leopoldo Luque, a doctor charged in the 2020 death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona, said in closing arguments Wednesday that his client was innocent and had been made

22 Oct 2026 1:28 pm
Youth detained over Facebook 'sniper' comment on PM

The comment referred to a RUET bus used to transport Tarique Rahman during his visit to Rajshahi

22 Oct 2026 12:52 pm
Derailed at Laksam: Three carriages removed after 16-hour recovery operation, track repairs underway

Railway engineer suspended over alleged negligence; four-member probe committee formed

22 Oct 2026 12:44 pm
Australia pacer suspended over medication breach

Star Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt was suspended for two matches on Thursday for breaching prescription medication rules.

22 Oct 2026 12:20 pm
Nico Paz 'will never forget' Man Utd masterclass

Nico Paz has no doubts that his performance against Manchester United was one of the greatest games of his career after providing a brace and an assist in a 4-1 hammering in the Champions League on Wednesday night.

22 Oct 2026 11:40 am
Man shot dead over suspected gang rivalry in Khulna

Police launch operation to arrest suspects already identified

22 Oct 2026 11:19 am
Low-pressure area likely to form over Bay of Bengal on Oct 23

Weather may remain mainly dry across the country, with temporary partly cloudy skies

22 Oct 2026 10:54 am
10 and counting: Kane closes in on Ronaldo

Kane scored a second-half penalty against Arsenal, taking his tally to 16 goals in 23 matches against the Gunners. Bayern Munich drew 2

22 Oct 2026 10:16 am
Man Utd humiliated, Arsenal deny Bayern, Real cruise past Leipzig: All the actions from Champions League night

Manchester United were hammered 4-1 by Como in the Champions League on Wednesday as the pressure increased on beleaguered manager Michael Carrick, while a late Declan Rice equaliser earned Arsenal a 2-2 draw away to Bayern Munich.

22 Oct 2026 10:10 am
Why handball's brightest are giving up

In 2023, Mst Marfi, Runa Laila and Tania combined for 39 of Bangladesh

22 Oct 2026 9:37 am
One killed, 8 injured in Dammam airport attack: Saudi aviation authority

An attack targeting the King Fahd International Airport in eastern Saudi Arabia's Dammam killed one person and injured eight others Wednesday evening

22 Oct 2026 8:14 am
We can learn a lot of things: Hridoy reflects on tri-series debacle

No, to be honest, we missed 100 runs. That wicket was a very good wicket, a decent one to bat on, he said, underlining the extent of Bangladeshs batting failure.

22 Oct 2026 8:11 am
'Sometimes you have to be more brave under pressure': Fernandes after Como defeat

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said his side lacked belief as their woes continued with a humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como on Wednesday.

22 Oct 2026 2:54 am
Villa tame Viking to stay perfect in Champions League

Aston Villa maintained their perfect start to the Champions League on Wednesday, cruising to a 3-1 win against Norwegian side Viking to strengthen their push for a top-eight finish in the league phase.

22 Oct 2026 2:46 am
Rice strikes late as Arsenal deny Bayern

Declan Rice scored a late equaliser to grab last season's runners-up Arsenal a 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday.

22 Oct 2026 2:42 am
Mbappe, Diomande on target as Real rout Leipzig to continue perfect European start

Real Madrid claimed a third Champions League victory in as many games by thrashing RB Leipzig 4-1 on Wednesday, with Kylian Mbappe and Yan Diomande among the goals for Jose Mourinho's side.

22 Oct 2026 2:37 am
Man Utd thrashed by Como in Champions League horror show

Manchester United's struggles deepened with a dismal 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como on Wednesday, piling further pressure on under-fire manager Michael Carrick.

22 Oct 2026 2:30 am
Your best is still to come: Ronaldo sends message of hope to Kvaratskhelia

Cristiano Ronaldo has sent a message of encouragement to Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia after the Georgian suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) that could rule him out for the rest of the season.

21 Oct 2026 10:08 pm
Jansen, Rabada put South Africa in sight of win over Australia

Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada bowled South Africa to within sight of a series-levelling victory on the fourth day of the second Test at St George's Park on Wednesday.

21 Oct 2026 9:48 pm
21 Oct 2026 8:57 pm
Sajek road blockade resumes tomorrow

Blockade resumes over unmet demands after a break for Durga Puja

21 Oct 2026 8:46 pm