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From Estevao to Joao Pedro: 10 young players who could shape Brazil

As Ancelotti's Selecao revamp gets under way, FIFA has picked out 10 players aged 25 or under who missed out on Brazil's World Cup squad but have already been capped at senior level and could play a major role in the next cycle.

The Daily Star 8 Aug 2026 12:50 am

World Cup 2027 hosts set for tri-series

The three ICC Men

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:30 pm

This 6-port USB-C charger replaced my ugly power brick - and powers my entire desk

The Satechi ChargeView 240W desktop charger ticks all the right boxes for this charging geek.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball heads to US auction

The soccer ball that Diego Maradona used to score his notorious Hand of God goal during Argentina's win over England in the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction this month.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:20 pm

Kings, Abahani, FYMC get more time to save season

With the transfer window also nearing its close, players from Kings and Abahani remain uncertain about their futures.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 10:27 pm

Govt approves LNG cargo from Aramco Trading Singapore at $21.55 per MMBtu

Cabinet committee clears August 11-12 delivery

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 9:41 pm

This Bluetooth-only Marshall home speaker sounds so good, I can forgive the missing Wi-Fi

The Marshall Stanmore IV is a more expensive home speaker, but there's so much to like that $430 sounds like a good value.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 9:36 pm

Man City reject Barca

Manchester City have rejected Barcelona

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 9:29 pm

Greek Mayor among three charged over wildfire near Athens

Giannis Apostolou, Mayor of the small town of Stylida around 140 kilometres northwest of the capital, owns an electrical installation company linked to the wind farm.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

Three inmates killed, over 20 injured in fresh prison clashes in Sri Lanka

The immediate trigger for the unrest appears to have been the detection of a package containing narcotics and the subsequent arrest, says Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 9:08 pm

Your phone doesn't block SIM swapping attacks by default: Turn on these carrier settings now

A SIM swapping attack could compromise your phone, your personal accounts, and even your identity. Here's how to thwart them.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

Police seize 996 guns from South Jakarta school

Antara News 7 Aug 2026 8:42 pm

I read Microsoft's Windows 11 'quality' progress report - and the subtext says it all

Microsoft's latest progress report details much-needed Windows 11 improvements in reliability, performance, stability, and usability. But here's what else I see.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 8:39 pm

I compared Google's pricier Pixel 11 series to Samsung's Galaxy lineup - here's the better value now

The Pixel 11 may cost more, but Google's software advantage may make it worth it for you.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 7:40 pm

I'm a diehard OnePlus user: Here's my plan now that the company is leaving North America

OnePlus has officially ended business across North America and Europe. I explain what happens next and the best alternatives to consider.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 6:07 pm

What do cybersecurity leaders want in staff? These 3 skills beat certifications and experience

Certifications and years of experience can only take you so far in cyber now. Automation means new skills are coming to the fore.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 5:57 pm

How I survive summer without AC: My top hot weather coping tips, tricks, and gadgets

No AC? Me neither. Here's how to keep yourself and your home cool during a heatwave.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 5:45 pm

Wi-Fi 7 adoption in the US quadrupled in a year - is it time to upgrade?

WiFi 7 is rapidly moving out of the lab and into American living rooms, with data from Ookla showing US usage is growing fast.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 5:31 pm

Jamaat, NCP, Khelafat Majlis yet to decide stance on presidential election

Key 11-Party Alliance partners to hold internal talks before deciding whether to field or support a candidate for the August 20 vote

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 5:16 pm

Ruling party responsible for maintaining peace and order: Opposition leader

Jamaat ameer criticises political violence and says Awami League is not yet fit to return to politics

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 5:01 pm

England striker Toney charged with London nightclub assault

England striker Ivan Toney has been charged with assault at a Soho nightclub, London's Metropolitan Police said on Friday, with the 30-year-old due in court next month.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 4:56 pm

Branding govt a failure so soon reflects extreme intolerance: Fakhrul

LGRD minister and BNP secretary general urges patience and tolerance, saying the govt needs time to address inherited crises

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 4:52 pm

3 of a family burnt in Narayanganj explosion

Victims in critical condition, gas leak suspected as cause behind explosion

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Gibraninspects school renovation in Aceh

Antara News 7 Aug 2026 4:16 pm

Taijul adds to Bangladesh

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 3:37 pm

BGB foils 'BSF attempt' to push in 5 through Meherpur border

The group of five remain near the barbed-wire fence on the Indian side, locals say

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 3:36 pm

Content creator Ripon Mia arrested over alleged rape of 15-year-old

Ripon had been absconding ever since the video of the village arbitration over the minor

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 3:30 pm

Locals block Dhaka-Aricha Highway protesting plan to transfer 3 Savar unions to Keraniganj

Thousands took to the highway at Hemayetpur around 2:00pm, disrupting traffic

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 3:13 pm

Watch: Trump govt. clamps down on birth tourism

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders to crack down on birth tourism and limit the number of people eligible for birthright citizenship, weeks after the Supreme Court struck down his directive in this regard.

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 3:08 pm

Indonesia, Sweden sign halal

Antara News 7 Aug 2026 3:06 pm

Kazi Jesin appointed BTV director general

The appointment was announced in a notification issued on Thursday by the Contract and Foreign Appointment Wing of the Ministry of Public Administration.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 2:04 pm

A new youth agitation grips Jharkhand after 'cockroach' protests

Weeks after the CJP protests shook Delhi, a new youth-led movement over jobs and recruitment is gathering force in Jharkhand.

BBC 7 Aug 2026 2:02 pm

Hasan shines, but CA XI take control

Bangladesh

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 2:01 pm

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra cases of 2026: Expert recommended

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 phones are here, and we found the best phone cases from brands like Spigen, Dbrand, and more to protect your new device.

ZDNet 7 Aug 2026 1:30 pm

Rodri out, Fernandez in at City?

Manchester City may have already identified their preferred successor to Rodri, with Enzo Fernandez emerging as the name new head coach Enzo Maresca reportedly wants to bring to the Etihad.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 12:13 pm

Dhaka-Mymensingh rail link snapped after 5 coaches derail

Passengers stranded at different stations

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:41 am

Four dead, 15 injured in Thailand school shooting: deputy minister

Injured students were not hurt by gunfire but as they were trying to flee, he says

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:10 am

Argentina, Mexico back Infantino's leadership

Mexico and Argentina's football associations have thrown their support behind FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as the world soccer chief faces a fierce backlash over a now-abandoned proposal to sell off some of the commercial rights to the World Cup.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 11:05 am

Injury worry over Shubman Gill ahead of Galle Test

India have been dealt a blow with news that skipper Shubman Gill is nursing a finger injury ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 10:42 am

7 killed as speeding bus ploughs into workers in Bogura

15 others injured after driver of Shah Fateh Ali Paribahan bus loses control of vehicle

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 10:23 am

Eight killed in Sylhet bus collision

Several injured; police at the spot

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 10:20 am

Barcelona snub game in Morocco over Cueta migrant influx

Barcelona on Thursday said they would not contest a friendly in Tangiers due to uncertainty, a week after an unprecedented migrant rush from Morocco to Spain's territory of Ceuta.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 10:11 am

UEFA maintains boycott threat as African confederation backs Infantino

The 56-year-old Swiss official has also been criticised by South American body CONMEBOL. But he did get backing from the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 9:16 am

Shooting takes place at school in Thailand, officials say

The police identified the perpetrator as a student; there were no further details provided

The Hindu 7 Aug 2026 9:14 am

Labuschagne feeling fresh ahead of Bangladesh Test series

Labuschagne hasn't scored a Test century in more than three years despite some good contributions during Australia's 4-1 Ashes series triumph over England at the start of the year, but the former No.1 ranked Test batter believes he is not far away from regaining his touch and is targeting a strong showing during the upcoming home series with Bangladesh.

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 8:59 am

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to sign defence pact on Friday: sources

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to meet Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Jeddah

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 8:00 am

Meta ordered to pay US state $567 mn to abate 'public nuisance' and child harm

Meta was previously ordered to pay $375mn in damages to New Mexico in March when a jury found the company liable for making children vulnerable to predators on its platforms

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 7:52 am

Mohammedan capitalise on rivals

Mohammedan will begin their pre-season preparation at the Dhanmondi Club ground after Wednesday

The Daily Star 7 Aug 2026 7:30 am