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Pakistan to host Sri Lanka for Tests and T20Is, England for ODI tri-series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a press release that they will play three Twenty20 internationals against Sri Lanka followed by a 50-over tri-series with England in October. There will then be two Tests between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in November.

The Daily Star 20 Aug 2026 12:19 am

Disillusionment at hand in Mackay

The last time Bangladesh came close to following up a landmark away victory with a series win in a SENA country was in 2021/22, when they famously beat New Zealand in Mount Maunganui. An innings-and-117-run defeat in Christchurch followed inside three days. For many, it was simply Bangladesh reverting to type after producing something spectacular.

The Daily Star 20 Aug 2026 12:01 am

Mendis, Chandimal out of second Test against India, says coach Kirsten

Sri Lanka's batting line-up is further weakened by the absence of Pathum Nissanka, who had wrist surgery in June.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 11:38 pm

I've tested dozens of rugged smartwatches - this one's battery is on a different level

The Suunto Core 2 provides key outdoor metrics, storm alerts, and up to 15 months of battery life.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 9:31 pm

I replaced my Samsung with the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - a week later, I'm going back

The subtle changes are nice, but not enough to justify spending $1,900 on Google's latest foldable phone when better alternatives exist.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 9:31 pm

I tried the Fairphone 6+ and - hoo boy! - this repairable phone could be the one

Fairphone is finally selling its latest model in the US. The $649 handset has 12 swappable parts, and a replacement battery is only $40. This is truly the Goldilocks of Android phones.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 9:23 pm

Arsenal agree to sign Villa defender Konsa

Arsenal have agreed to sign England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth at least

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 9:05 pm

UP chairman in Cumilla admits beating woman with shoes during village arbitration

He says he carried out an arbitration decision; lawyer says such punishment is not legally authorised

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:55 pm

Rear Admiral Moinul Hassan appointed Bangladesh Coast Guard DG

Incumbent chief Rear Admiral Ziaul Hoque transferred to the Armed Forces Division

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:49 pm

Tawfique Nawaz's janaza at Azad Mosque tomorrow

The senior Supreme Court lawyer and Dipu Moni's husband died at around 10:30pm last night

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino

One of FIFA's vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body's embattled president Gianni Infantino, saying the unexpected dismissal of critic Kevin Lamour was the final straw.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:27 pm

Bangladesh gets first grid-connected agrivoltaics pilot

Co-funded by the European Union (EU) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by GIZ in Bangladesh in partnership with the Power Division, this initiative integrates solar power generation with the cultivation of crops like green chillies and rice

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:24 pm

Foreign travellers can now complete Embarkation and Disembarkation Card online

Special Branch platform also lets visa-on-arrival applicants submit information in advance

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

Playing at Real Madrid 'not for everyone': Bernardo Silva

Bernardo Silva said playing for Real Madrid is not for everyone after the Portugal midfielder was presented by the 15-time European champions on Wednesday.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

The best Android phones of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We tested the latest Android phones on the market, from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 to the Google Pixel 11 series. Here's how they stack up.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 7:49 pm

Best robot vacuum mops of 2026: Expert tested

We've tested over 50 top robot vacuum-and-mop combos from brands like Roborock, Eufy, Ecovacs, and Dreame to choose the best to keep a home clean.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 7:42 pm

Moheshkhali terminal runs out of LNG, Bangladesh's gas supply falls below 2,200 mmcfd

Excelerate FSRU may remain offline until August 23, when its next LNG consignment is due

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 7:29 pm

2 JMB members sentenced to 20 years in 2006 Cumilla explosives case

Another accused sentenced to eight years in prison

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 7:24 pm

After deadly hotel fire, Kolkata administration orders sweeping safety checks across the city

Shikha Inn is shut indefinitely as civic authorities also probe possible failures in oversight

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 7:22 pm

A camera, a country, a legacy

On his 91st birth anniversary, Raihan

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 7:20 pm

Barely able to speak Bangla, Farid found his family through memories of home

After decades away, a few childhood details were enough for aid workers to trace his family in Cox

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 7:08 pm

The best TVs of 2026: Expert tested and recommended

I have been writing about TVs and home theater tech for the better part of a decade. These are the best TVs ZDNET has tested from brands like LG, Samsung, and Hisense.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 7:06 pm

I tested Bose's new midrange headphones - now the pricey Ultras feel redundant

Bose's second-gen QuietComfort headphones retain their $359 price tag, but flaunt meaningful upgrades from their predecessor.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

24 fishermen detained by Arakan Army return to Bangladesh

18 Bangladeshis, six Rohingyas among those repatriated

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 6:47 pm

He was supposed to return today: Savar family mourns trader killed in Kolkata fire

Ahmed Babu had gone to the Indian city to buy cosmetics for his shop

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:54 pm

Cholera vaccination campaign targeting 51.75 lakh people starts Aug 22

Two-dose drive will cover seven Dhaka police station areas and seven upazilas identified among the most vulnerable

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:49 pm

Dengue claims 2 more lives; 671 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 76 as total cases reach 26,272 this year

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:25 pm

Savar madrasa headteacher detained over alleged sexual harassment of class 5 student

Police say the victim

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:24 pm

Former Chief Justice Khairul Haque released on bail

He walked out of Keraniganj Special Jail at 4:15pm today

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:12 pm

Indigenous identity and Bangladeshi citizenship are not mutually exclusive

44 eminent citizens protest ministers

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:09 pm

Villa bolster squad with arrivals of Suzuki and Ruggeri

Aston Villa announced on Wednesday they have signed Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and Italian defender Matteo Ruggeri as they strengthen their defensive options ahead of the Champions League.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 5:04 pm

World watching Bangladesh

Nasir Uddin calls the vote a historic occasion and says the EC has carried out every necessary drill

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 4:56 pm

Kyrgios admits 'huge mistake' after failing test for cocaine

The 31-year-old, who reached the final at Wimbledon in 2022, failed a doping test during an ATP event in Mallorca on June 22.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 4:52 pm

Bodies of Bangladeshis killed in Kolkata hotel fire to be repatriated: Shama Obaed

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission is coordinating with local authorities over identification and formalities

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 4:48 pm

Garment workers block Ctg road over ownership change reports

As of 3:30pm, the workers were still occupying the road

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 3:11 pm

BSF pushes five into Bangladesh via Chuadanga border; one says he is Indian

Locals detained the group after they allegedly crossed through the Benipur border

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 3:01 pm

Ashes concert in Kishoreganj cancelled after Tawhidi Janata opposition, permit issues

Tawhidi Janata suspends protest after administration cancels event over organiser's lack of registration

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 2:56 pm

Journalist, three family members from Kushtia among nine killed in Kolkata hotel fire

Debashish Dutta, his wife, son and father-in-law went to India for medical treatment

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 2:43 pm

Hasan up 26 places, Shanto into top 20 after Bangladesh

Teammates Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Mominul Haque also moved up in Test rankings

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 2:35 pm

Belonging: Sonia Gandhi memoir set for November 10 release

Book will trace her journey from post-war Italy to the centre of Indian politics, including the assassinations of Indira and Rajiv Gandhi and her decision to decline the prime minister

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 2:31 pm

Pakistan government to challenge court on moving Imran Khan to private hospital

The ruling does not fall within the four corners of the law, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar said in a video statement shared on X by State broadcaster Radio Pakistan.

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 2:11 pm

The 6 AI-free Linux distros I recommend most - and why they're likely to stay that way

If AI isn't your jam, and you're looking for an operating system that doesn't (and won't) force it on you, look no further than these Linux distributions.

ZDNet 19 Aug 2026 1:31 pm

Iran's armed forces warn Gulf countries against assisting US military

War between Iran and the United States broke out on February 28 after US-Israeli attacks on the Islamic republic, which retaliated with missile and drone strikes including on US bases across the region.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 1:07 pm

We were comparing it to Argentinas World Cup games: Simmons on Bangladeshs Australia Test triumph

The victory came 23 years after Bangladesh last played a Test in Australia and was only their second win against the hosts in Test cricket.

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 1:06 pm

New president to take oath on Friday evening

Oath-taking ceremony will be held at Durbar Hall of Bangabhaban at around 7:30pm

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 12:53 pm

Deaths at ship-breaking yard: Ferdous Steel fined Tk 5 lakh for operating without clearance

DoE orders to deposit fine within seven working days, bars from resuming ship-breaking until clearance is renewed

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 12:28 pm

30 injured as madrasa students, police personnel clash in Brahmanbaria

Dispute allegedly erupted after students asked the law enforcers to lower music volume in their cultural programme

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 12:04 pm

U.S. aircraft and Trumps Ankara visit | Explained

The security precaution in Ankara that led the U.S. President Donald Trump to switch aircraft

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 12:00 pm

HC order clearing way for tomorrow's presidential election challenged

Petitioner moves Appellate Division seeking stay on presidential election a day after HC rejected writ petition

The Daily Star 19 Aug 2026 11:25 am

Former Fauci adviser pleads guilty in U.S. to conspiring to conceal COVID-19 records

David Morens, who had worked under Mr. Fauci as a senior official at the NIAID during the pandemic, entered his plea to a conspiracy charge during his hearing

The Hindu 19 Aug 2026 11:08 am