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Pope Leo takes Milei to task as he visits divided Argentina

Pope Leo spoke out in defence of the poor and pensioners, insisting that particular concern be shown for those affected by illness, dependency and disability a veiled reference to the governments controversial cuts to disability assistance

The Hindu 9 Nov 2026 5:08 am

Saudi Arabia turns to Syria for help as fighting with Houthis escalates

A Syrian official said that an initial force of about 600 Syrian special forces fighters is expected to be deployed to Saudi Arabia in the coming week

The Hindu 9 Nov 2026 4:03 am

A spin plan that failed to turn

While Bangladesh are putting on a brave face heading into day five, their tactical gambles have repeatedly backfired. A draw is now the most positive result they can realistically hope for in the Sylhet Test, and even that would leave them losing the series. Their decision to back three spin options has once again failed to deliver.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:17 am

United strike twice in stoppage time to draw 4-4 with Villa

Manchester United twice came from two goals down to salvage a remarkable 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday and potentially save manager Michael Carrick's job.

The Daily Star 9 Nov 2026 12:10 am

'Just give Bangladesh, India the final': Sri Lanka coach Mutairi slams refereeing after Bhutan draw

Sri Lanka head coach Abdullah Al Mutairi slammed the match officials after his side's 2-2 draw against Bhutan in their opening SAFF Championship fixture on Sunday, questioning what kind of refereeing they could expect when they face hosts Bangladesh.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:24 pm

Crude bomb blasts, arson attacks in Dhaka aimed at spreading panic: DMP

Police say several people have been arrested as investigations intensify into explosions and attacks on public transport

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 7:00 pm

DSCC launches intensive clean-up drive in 29 wards to prevent dengue

Survey detects larvae in 322 houses

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:40 pm

Three icons, one era: The numbers behind Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar

Their combined international statistics paint a remarkable picture of an era that football fans will never forget

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:30 pm

With Rooppur's first unit nearing operation, IAEA begins emergency preparedness review

10-member expert team to assess emergency response measures during 11-day mission

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:28 pm

Pakistan first team to reach SAFF Championship semifinals

Pakistan became the first team to book a semifinal berth in the SAFF Championship after 19-year-old striker Najeeb Ullah Khan scored a first-half brace in a commanding 3-0 win over the Maldives at the National Stadium in Dhaka on Sunday.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:06 pm

Rethinking boardroom risk: A constructive path for BSEC

In today

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 6:01 pm

Man killed after being hit by motorcycle in Jhenaidah

Victim, a rickshaw van driver, dies on the spot; motorcyclist critically injured

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:50 pm

High Court gives authorities two more weeks to survey Karnaphuli riverbanks

Court seeks report identifying illegal encroachers following delay in complying with its 2023 order

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:46 pm

Tourism workers

Antara News 8 Nov 2026 4:36 pm

REHAB calls for an end to unregulated share-based housing business

REHAB cited a recent investigative report that found that, as of September 30, 2026, some 9,823 fraud cases related to land share-based housing projects were pending in court, involving roughly Tk 12,000 crore

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 4:18 pm

Godzilla sequel leads North American box office

Godzilla Minus Zero opened at the top of the North American box office on Friday, grossing $14.5 million from 3,254 theatres, well ahead of The Cat in the Hat, which earned $6 million from 4,003 locations.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:36 pm

Elvis, Eminem rights holders sue AI music generator Suno

Elvis Presley

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:26 pm

HC directs BIWTA to clear plastic waste from Buriganga banks

Seeks comprehensive report on pollution by December 14

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:25 pm

BNPB's Super Puma crashes in Barito River

Antara News 8 Nov 2026 2:21 pm

Nine rescued from traffickers in Teknaf

Group was allegedly being trafficked to Malaysia, says BGB

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 1:06 pm

Legal notice asks Pori Moni to apologise over alleged journalist harassment

Lawyer gives actress seven days to issue written apology over November 5 court incident; notice also alleges insult to national anthem

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 12:11 pm

Timely lift as SAFF stakes rise

Despite Bangladesh's narrow win over Bhutan, Morsalin felt the result could keep the team motivated.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:57 am

Fosun Health Makes Historic Debut at Canton Fair

Antara News 8 Nov 2026 11:54 am

Intellectual corruption more damaging to judiciary than financial graft: Law minister

Hasina to be brought back under extradition treaty, says Asaduzzaman

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:50 am

It was a dream of mine: Hridoy on record-breaking innings

Hridoy set multiple Bangladesh records, but scoring the country

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:42 am

Protest over proposed new upazila halts trains, road traffic in Brahmanbaria

Four trains stranded as protesters demand restoration of six villages to Basudeb union and cancellation of proposed administrative restructuring.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:37 am

BNP names Salam convener, retains Tanvir as member secretary of Dhaka South unit

Abdul Kader Bhuiyan Jewel named senior joint convener; former convener Rafiqul Alam Majnu dropped from the reorganised committee

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:11 am

Windies building big lead despite losing openers

Taijul Islam and Mehidy Hasan Miraz struck as West Indies lost two wickets in the morning session of the fourth day of the second Test against Bangladesh in Sylhet on Sunday.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:09 am

Ex-Rangamati Hill Council chairman, Jubo League leader arrested

Police say they were picked up under Operation Devil Hunt over alleged involvement in subversive activities

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 11:00 am

Defiant Khawaja defends re-igniting ball-tampering scandal

Usman Khawaja insisted Sunday he did not hrow anyone under the bus by claiming the entire Australian team was in on the 2018 Sandpapergate plot and defended taking eight years to go public.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 10:03 am

Duchess of Edinburgh to arrive in Bangladesh tomorrow

Sophie to meet president, Zubaida Rahman; visit Rohingya camps and peacekeeping training institute

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 9:12 am

Amid protests, France's rising debt costs threaten stability

France plans to spend an extra

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 8:26 am

Impeached Paraguay leader charged over shock implosion of bank

Pena, Paraguay's youngest-ever president, was removed from office by the Senate on Friday, just three days after the collapse of a leading bank with which he had business links

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 8:04 am

Real Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 to level leaders Barcelona

Reigning champions Barca visit Atletico Madrid, third, on Sunday, aiming to move back clear of the chasing pack.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 3:37 am

Always in our memory': Real Madrid and Valencia honour Jesus de Miguel

Following a floral tribute, the players gathered in a semicircle at the centre of the pitch as the Mestalla crowd rose to applaud in a moving display of solidarity. A minute of silence was then observed, while players from both teams wore black armbands.

The Daily Star 8 Nov 2026 2:36 am

Miscreants try to set fire on bus in Mirpur-12

The incident happened around 10:00pm on Saturday under Pallabi Metro Station in Mirpur on a bus of Bihongo Transport

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 11:28 pm

Arsenal edge past Hull to stretch Premier League lead

Arsenal beat stubborn Hull 1-0 to stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points on Saturday while Tottenham's recent revival was halted at Leeds.

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 11:05 pm

HSC re-scrutiny deadline extended until 12pm tomorrow

The deadline was originally set for midnight tonight

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 10:12 pm

Gunman kills 5, injures 12 in Polands Krakow shooting attack

The gunman aimed at random people as he drove by the city's Main Square, Krakow police said

The Hindu 7 Nov 2026 10:11 pm

New mass protests in France as police thwart banned rally

Security forces on high alert amid fears of fresh riots

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 10:02 pm

World Cup final brawl: FIFA reduces Molina

The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced the decisions on Friday night, confirming that Molina

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 9:38 pm

2 killed in dump truck-pickup collision in Mymensingh

5 injured; victims

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 9:23 pm

BGB foils BSF 'push-in attempt' along Moulvibazar border

Says BSF attempted to send 20 people across the border under the cover of darkness and dense fog

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 8:50 pm

Chilli growers lose money despite bumper harvest

Jamalpur farmers lose Tk 6 on every kg sold

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 8:36 pm

New Gini housing project attacked again in ECB Chattar

A group of 100 to 150 people allegedly attacked and vandalised the New Gini Properties housing project in Dhaka's ECB Chattar area this afternoon, nearly six weeks after a similar attack on the compound.

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 7:54 pm

Hamza, Farhaan to arrive on Monday

Hamza Choudhury and Farhaan Ali Wahid will join the Bangladesh squad on Monday, team manager Amirul Islam Babu confirmed on Saturday.

The Daily Star 7 Nov 2026 7:46 pm