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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

UN nuclear watchdog urges Iran to take 'steps' towards inspections

The International Atomic Energy Agency has not had access to key nuclear facilities in Iran since Israel and the U.S. launched a 12-day conflict in June 2025 that included strikes on nuclear sites

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 4:11 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

Dont care about Hamza: Pakistan captain backs their amazing diaspora players for SAFF semi

Butt refrained from predicting the outcome of Saturday's match but welcomed the introduction of VAR for the semifinals, believing it could help ease the pressure of playing against the home side.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 1:20 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

153 named in Gopalganj violence case under Anti-Terrorism Act

Another 300-400 unidentified people accused; seven arrested over violence during November 10 strike

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 12:40 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

From football pitch to TV screen: Ronaldo's 'Day 1s' begins production

The Portugal superstar, who is also serving as an executive producer, has joined forces with British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn to develop the football drama under their jointly founded UR Marv Studios banner.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 11:12 am

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

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

Italy crush France 3-1 as Kane marks record 126th cap with match-winning goal

Michael Olise gave France the lead in Milan, but a double from Francesco Pio Esposito and one from Davide Frattesi secured a deserved win for the Italians.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 8:13 am

How much is too much for Hasan?

The injury concerns over Hasan may not appear pressing for the team management, just as there were none over Rana before he broke down and missed months of cricket.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 6:30 am

Angel Aligner Unveils Six Innovations for 2027

Antara News 13 Nov 2026 4:54 am

Tigers waste no time ahead of daunting Proteas challenge

With limited time to acclimatise to the conditions, Bangladesh have wasted no time getting down to business. Following Thursday's session, the visitors have two more practice sessions scheduled before taking on the Proteas in their maiden Test at the iconic Wanderers Stadium.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 1:44 am

BNP leader shot dead in Khulna

Two helmet-clad men arrive on a motorcycle; one shoots him in the head, police say

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 1:06 am

Scaloni to stay on as Argentina coach until 2030 World Cup

Besides the 2022 World Cup he coached Argentina to two Copa America titles, in 2021 and 2024.

The Daily Star 13 Nov 2026 12:47 am

Truck crash in UAE kills 14, injures 30

Truck overturns after hitting another vehicle, setting several vehicles ablaze

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 10:32 pm

Trump calls for Apple's Cook to replace Huang at Nvidia

US President Donald Trump said Thursday that former Apple CEO Tim Cook should replace Jensen Huang at Nvidia, after Huang quit over revelations of two affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 10:19 pm

Amidst simmering tensions, India-Bangladesh consular dialogue postponed

This would have been the fifth such consular dialogue and the first after the August 2024 uprising; postponement due to tensions over former PM Hasinas plan to return to Bangladesh next month

The Hindu 12 Nov 2026 10:13 pm

'Toughest Bangladesh team we'll face': Harmer expects stern Tigers test

As the hype builds ahead of Sunday

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 9:43 pm

Stuck in zero line for three days

Woman stranded at Jamalpur border as locals provide food and water; BGB says it is in contact with BSF over alleged push-in attempt

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 9:32 pm

Govt trying to shield AL over alleged arson attack on NCP MP's home: Akhter

NCP leader questions the home minister's description of Nusrat Tabassum's Kushtia house as abandoned and demands the arrest of those responsible for the alleged attack

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 9:16 pm

ICT chief prosecutor accuses Ziaul Ahsan of deliberately delaying Shapla Chattar case hearing

Ziaul initially refused to leave jail and later resisted police attempts to put protective gear on him, he says

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 9:04 pm

4 arrested after video of gunfire in Cox

Police say two groups exchanged gunfire in Ukhiya over drug trading and control of the area

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 8:37 pm

DU suspends student over alleged role in crude bomb blast

CCTV footage reportedly shows student throwing explosive device in front of DU's FBS building; university forms probe committee

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 8:36 pm

Govt gave Tk 43,196cr in power subsidies in FY2025-26: Energy minister

Iqbal Hassan Mahmood tells parliament that the government covers the gap between electricity purchase costs and wholesale selling prices

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 8:34 pm

11 improvised explosive devices recovered, defused in Lakshmipur

DMP bomb disposal unit defuses explosives found hidden in two milk powder tins in Raipur upazila

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 8:28 pm

Refinance scheme for the marginalised, businesses, students doubled to Tk 1,500 crore

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has doubled the size of its refinance scheme to Tk 1,500 crore for marginalised groups, small businesses and students in a bid to help them improve their living conditions

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 8:24 pm

U.S. envoys meet Putin at Kremlin following Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi

The talks produced no visible breakthrough in ending the nearly five years of large-scale hostilities, which began on February 24, 2022, after the fighting initially started in 2014 in eastern Ukraine

The Hindu 12 Nov 2026 8:04 pm

BB sets minimum qualifications for CFOs

Bangladesh Bank has set new eligibility and suitability criteria for appointing chief financial officers (CFOs), chief information technology officers and company secretaries at finance companies, aiming to strengthen corporate governance in the sector

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 7:59 pm

Bangladesh pace attack no more a 'pop gun', says South Africa coach

Bangladesh have got a fast-building attack now. Whereas in years gone by, they'd come here with like a pop-gun attack, now they've got guys that can mix it, Conrad said.

The Daily Star 12 Nov 2026 7:54 pm

Myanmar Faces Year of Blackouts as Regime Admits 30% Power Shortfall

Deputy energy minister declares rolling power outages will remain in place nationwide through 2027.

The Irrawaddy 12 Nov 2026 5:54 pm

Three Years After Operation 1027, Hopang Transformed Under Wa Rule

The Wa army gained control of Hopang without a fight in 2024. Residents say Chinese investment, gambling businesses and heavy taxation have since transformed the town.

The Irrawaddy 12 Nov 2026 5:15 pm