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SpaceX to attempt first-ever twin 'catch' of Starship booster, spaceship

Successful recovery could mark a major breakthrough in reusable rocket technology

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:21 pm

Preserving generations of heritage: St Gregory's to inaugurate museum on Nov 20

Museum in Old Dhaka will preserve the institution's 144-year history through photographs, documents, artefacts and memorabilia

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:17 pm

Syria removes visa restrictions on U.S. travellers after backlash

The current Syrian government, in place since Islamist-led fighters overthrew Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, has allowed Westerners to obtain entry visas at Damascus airport or border crossings

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 10:10 pm

Khulna favourites to end five-season NCL title drought

Even if they lose, Khulna will still have a chance to lift the trophy. However, they would then need both Chattogram (23 points) and Sylhet (22 points) -- currently occupying the next two positions -- to avoid bonus-point victories against Dhaka and Barishal respectively in their final-round matches in Rajshahi and Khulna.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:10 pm

No short circuit behind fire at NCP MP Nusrat

Technical inspection finds electricity meter's internal circuit intact and no damage to transformer fuse or power supply cable, he says

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 9:35 pm

89 all out: Gambhir wary of India's batting collapse

The visitors, who lead the five-match series 2-1, were skittled for 89 in Mount Maunganui after earlier slipping to 111-7 while chasing 135 in the rain-affected second ODI, which they narrowly won via the DLS method.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 9:32 pm

Indonesian govt extends halal

Antara News 13 Nov 2026 8:33 pm

Govt assures BYD's local hiring share is fair

Antara News 13 Nov 2026 8:23 pm

Not easy to beat: Dooley sends defiant message to Pakistan

We have to show the fans that we can play football, that we can fight football, and we do it for the fansand that's what we have to show Pakistan too, that it's not easy to beat us, Dooley said on Friday ahead of the last-four encounter at the National Stadium in Dhaka.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 8:17 pm

Malaysia job recruitment: Thousands turn up for Top Glove interviews, many left disappointed

Some jobseekers spent up to Tk 3,500 travelling to Dhaka, only to be turned away amid confusion over eligibility and poor coordination, says monitoring group

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 7:41 pm

NATO Is Not the Right Forum to Discuss China

No matter how strange and exaggerated NATO finds the Chinese perspective on the alliance, the organization should consider addressing Beijings concerns.

The Diplomat 13 Nov 2026 7:37 pm

Truck and bus collision in India's Assam kills at least 23 people

Chief Minister sends senior minister to oversee relief efforts

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 7:15 pm

No conclusive findings yet in fire at NCP MP Nusrat

Home ministry committee inspects damaged property in Kushtia, speaks to residents and examines possible causes of the blaze

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 6:59 pm

No case, no arrests 20 hours after BNP leader's murder in Khulna

Police examining possible business disputes and political motives behind the shooting of Jakir Hossain

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 6:29 pm

Bus loses control, triggers 10-vehicle pile-up in Gopalganj; one reportedly dead

Police suspect brake failure in a bus triggered the collision on the Dhaka-Barishal Highway

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 6:22 pm

Man Utd announce Pochettino as new manager

Manchester United announced Friday that Mauricio Pochettino would be their new manager following the dismissal of Michael Carrick.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 6:08 pm

Myanmar Regime Seeks Closer Ties With Russian-Led Economic Bloc

A Eurasian Economic Commission delegation visited Naypyitaw as the sanctioned regime seeks observer status in the bloc and closer trade and investment ties.

The Irrawaddy 13 Nov 2026 6:00 pm

CJ BIO Unveils NewtriSolution

Antara News 13 Nov 2026 5:56 pm

Union leaders urge RMG workers to return to their workplaces

They made the call at a joint press conference held at Dhaka Reporters

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 5:19 pm

Return and extradition are not the same, Rizvi says on Hasina

Ousted prime minister cannot return through the ordinary process, he says

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 4:37 pm

2 die of dengue, 1,255 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 483 this year

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 4:24 pm

Chinese company linked to Alice Huang obtained banned Nvidia chips: Bloomberg

Alice Huang, mainly known as a former top executive at Megaspeed International, also founded Shanghai Longteng Intelligent Computing, a company based in the eastern Chinese economic hub

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 4:15 pm

Govt launches Tk 30-per-kg rice sales for garment workers

Programme will distribute 330 tonnes of rice weekly through 66 trucks across garment-producing areas

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 3:45 pm

11-year-old killed as cargo vessel rams into ferry on Meghna

River police seize cargo vessel and detain two workers, ferry master after the accident

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 3:10 pm

'Cherry on top' as Beardman engineers England's downfall with six scalps on Australia debut

England were bowled out for 131 in 33.4 overs after losing the toss, and the hosts reached 132-3 in 23.3 overs courtesy of a quickfire 50 by captain Mitch Marsh.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 3:07 pm

Henry's six-for, Young's hundred help New Zealand thrash India by 244 runs

Henry removed Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer all without scoring in the first over of India's chase to tear the top order apart with the visitors needing a massive 334 for victory.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 2:22 pm

44 wins in a row: Spain aim to extend record streak against England

La Roja continued their impressive form with a 2-0 victory over 10-man Czech Republic in Prague on Thursday, thanks to a first-half penalty from Alex Baena and a stoppage-time strike from substitute Marc Pubill.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 2:05 pm

Exhibitions, concerts, and theatre headline the capital

Dhaka

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 1:06 pm

Tanker carrying LNG hit mine, suffered explosion in Hormuz: Iran

Tankers are still facing attacks across the strait, despite a rebound in traffic and expectations of a de-escalation in the US-Israeli war on Iran, that have been reflected in falling oil prices

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 1:05 pm

As election nears, Spain's Sanchez struggles to rally disillusioned left

Interviews and polls suggest that many potential supporters are too furious about the status quo and the perceived failings of Pedro Sanchez incumbent government to oblige

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 12:14 pm

Indias ambassador to Oman visits injured Indian seafarer in hospital

The Embassy stands firmly with the affected seafarers and their families during this difficult time and remains committed to extending all necessary assistance, says Indian Embassy in Muscat

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 12:13 pm

Pope Leo XIV denounces machismo, demands women be protected in emotional return to Peru

Pope Leo called on the influential Catholic hierarchy to be models of unity and communion, and instructed Peruvian bishops to accompany their flocks and respond to victims of clergy sexual abuse with truth and justice

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 12:06 pm

Turkiye's President calls genocide in Gaza ecocide at UN climate summit

Centuries old olive trees have been cut down. The soil and water have been polluted in Gaza, and cities in Gaza have been turned into enormous piles of rubble, the Turkish President said

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 11:11 am

Finlay Tea Company shuts Khejurichhara Tea Estate indefinitely

Closure announced amid dispute over construction of temple inside Deanston Tea Estate

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 11:03 am

4-day national debate fest kicks off at JU

A total of 32 schools, 32 colleges and 32 universities expected to participate

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:33 am

Two killed as unidentified vehicle hits motorcycle on Dhaka-Mawa Expressway

The vehicle involved in the crash has not yet been identified

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:29 am

Three crude bombs explode at two Jashore court premises

No casualties reported

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 10:20 am

Tarique returns home after attending COP31

A Turkish Airlines flight carrying the prime minister, his wife Zubaida Rahman and other members of the entourage landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka at 5:40am today

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 9:47 am

'It doesn't worry me': Scaloni on who will wear Messi's No.10 shirt

Argentina boss made it clear that nobody will inherit Lionel Messi's famous No.10 shirt just yet, insisting he wants to make the right decision rather than rush into choosing a successor to the legendary forward.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 9:41 am

When one door closes, another opens

Despite being a regular in Bangladesh

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 9:30 am