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'A good Christmas gift': Chase eyes Bangladesh series win to propel Windies up WTC table

West Indies have had the luxury of an extended build-up to their Test series against Bangladesh. Now, captain Roston Chase wants his side to turn that preparation into wins, and give their World Test Championship campaign a much-needed lift.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 8:16 pm

IDLC Finance

IDLC Finance PLC reported a 17 percent year-on-year rise in net profit for the first nine months of 2026, supported by higher investment income and growth in operating revenue

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 8:10 pm

Sri Lanka end England hopes with crushing win over Pakistan

Pacer Dilshan Madushanka grabbed a career best 5-34 as Sri Lanka cruised to a thumping eight-wicket win over Pakistan in Lahore on Tuesday which ends England's hopes of reaching the tri-series final.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 7:53 pm

Ronaldo in line for Portugal return in November after fallout with coach

A spokesperson for the Portuguese football federation (FPF) confirmed reports Ronaldo was in line for a return to the squad ahead of games at home to Denmark and in Wales on November 14 and 17.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 7:50 pm

Sajek road blockade enters sixth day as talks end without breakthrough

Vehicular movement remains suspended on tourist route

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 7:33 pm

Kolkata Police parade accused shirtless days after two teenagers and a man allegedly forced to walk naked

A teenager, his father and a friend were allegedly forced to walk naked at gunpoint on Sunday; police say the accused were taken through the area to reconstruct the crime scene

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 7:26 pm

Apparel makers to showcase sustainability initiatives at BATEXPO 2026

Organised by the association, the expo will be held on November 18-19 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Dhaka

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 6:48 pm

The ASEAN-India Trade Agreement and Its Discontents

The myth of the ASEAN FTA as a bad deal is costing India diplomatically.

The Diplomat 27 Oct 2026 6:27 pm

Man allegedly beaten to death by elder brother, brother

Two women detained in connection with the killing, say police

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 6:24 pm

One dead, four others missing in Gabon oil rig disaster

Rescuers were still searching for four other people lost in the disaster, which struck as the Prospector 5 platform off the coast of Mayumba in the country's south was preparing drilling operations

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 6:13 pm

174 Bangladeshis return from Libya; 41 ill, 36 previously detained

The returnees arrived in Dhaka early today; another 175 Bangladeshis are expected to be repatriated tomorrow

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 5:53 pm

Bangladesh delegation, Kunming Medical University discuss expanding education ties

Education ministry delegation discusses admissions, academic exchanges and joint research

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 5:48 pm

SAFF sets Tk 1,000 ticket price, confirms VAR Lite

The SAFF Championship will feature VAR Lite from the final matchday of the group stage, as well as in the semifinals and final, while ticket prices have been set at Tk 1,000 per matchday, the regional body's general secretary Purushottam Kattel confirmed on Wednesday.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 5:41 pm

RMG wage board gazette to be published soon: Minister

Tripartite Consultative Council holds 96th meeting today

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 5:34 pm

Dutch broadcaster pulls out of Eurovision over Israel sensitivities

The Dutch withdrawal is the latest in a series of boycotts from countries unhappy at Israels inclusion in Eurovision, given its military campaign in Gaza

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 5:12 pm

Mbappe, La Liga apologise to China over Mao Zedong remarks

La Liga deeply regrets the offence that Kylian Mbappe's recent comments have caused among Chinese fans. These comments were made in a personal capacity and do not represent La Liga, the league said in a statement.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 5:03 pm

7 more die with measles, symptoms in 24 hours

Combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths reach 1,240 this year

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 4:46 pm

Mamunul warns of tougher movement if EC fails to ensure neutral local polls

Jamaat-led 11-party alliance also raises concerns over the Thakurgaon by-election and prepares for its Dhaka-Khulna-Kushtia long march

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 4:42 pm

Govt has pledged free primary healthcare for all citizens: State minister

MA Muhit says the government also aims to equip health workers with modern tools and strengthen dengue prevention

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 4:29 pm

JCD leader dies 12 days after attack in Natore, DB questions BNP lawmaker

Shakil Islam died last night while undergoing treatment

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 4:23 pm

Manipuri Rasleela veteran Krishnakumari Sinha passes away at 82

A central figure in preserving traditional Manipuri performing arts, Sinha devoted over six decades to the sacred tradition of Rasleela, which combines classical dance, music, and narrative theatre.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 4:17 pm

Two men charged with U.K. national security offences over incident at U.S.-run military base in England

British-Iranian dual national Mohmed Abdulkarim and British citizen Nouman Essghir, both aged 24 and from London, were charged under the National Security Act, U.K. prosecutors say

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 4:06 pm

RMG workers' wage protests halt traffic on Dhaka-Tangail highway

Workers from at least 10 factories join protest

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 3:47 pm

Japan to provide $317m loan to Bangladesh for economic resilience, energy security

50-billion-yen loan is the first yen-loan project under Japan

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 3:36 pm

Shanto wants Bangladesh to focus on small targets

Bangladesh Test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto wants his team to focus on the immediate task rather than the prospect of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 2:32 pm

Cubarsi deserved it: Yamals heartfelt words for Barca teammate after Kopa hattrick

Named after French football legend Raymond Kopa, the trophy recognises the best player aged under 21. Established by France Football in 2018, it has become a coveted prize for emerging stars, with Barcelona enjoying considerable success in the category.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 1:50 pm

PM visits JERA

Tarique Rahman visits energy facilities in Futtsu as part of official trip

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 1:27 pm

U.S. judge halts tree-cutting at Trumps golf course project

District Judge Ana Reyes ordered a halt after more than 500 trees were felled at East Potomac Golf Links, as Trump pledged to appeal and vowed to proceed with the November 15 renovation

The Hindu 27 Oct 2026 1:07 pm

Govt committed to expanding access to education

Antara News 27 Oct 2026 1:07 pm

Spain dominate Ballon d

Spain dominated the 2026 Ballon d

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 1:02 pm

Why Pele and Maradona never won a Ballon d'Or

The list of Ballon d

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 12:15 pm

Truth-seeking: the Turning Point in Zunyi

Antara News 27 Oct 2026 12:11 pm

ICT to deliver verdict in case against Hanif, three others on Oct 29

Prosecution seeks maximum punishment for four absconding accused

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 11:59 am

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Antara News 27 Oct 2026 11:53 am

Mushfiqur injured in training ahead of first Test

Bangladesh batter Mushfiqur Rahim was hit on the hand during a net session on Tuesday as the hosts continued their preparations for the first Test against West Indies.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 11:50 am

Tetsuya Chiba, Japan's manga legend, dies at 87

Chiba

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 11:34 am

From injury to glory: Putellas claims third Ballon d

Putellas previously picked up the prize for the best player in the world in 2021 and 2022 as the creative heartbeat of an all-conquering Barcelona side.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 11:01 am

The former goalkeeper eyeing No 9 spot

Rafayel Tudu has made a habit of making an impact when it matters, even if his opportunities have been limited.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 10:31 am

Mbappe loses Chinese sponsorship deals over apparent Mao Zedong joke

In China jokes about Mao, the country's founding leader who died in 1976, are considered disrespectful and remain a social taboo.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 10:11 am

Chaos building towards a perfect storm?

Whether the Tigers can keep their heads above water will depend on how they navigate the mounting distractions and respond when the Test series gets underway.

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 9:55 am

Indonesia Announces New Measures to Improve Stock Market Transparency

The global index provider MSCI has threatened to downgrade the country to standalone market status, potentially triggering billions of dollars in capital outflows.

The Diplomat 27 Oct 2026 9:44 am

Helping para-athletes get to the starting line

Antara News 27 Oct 2026 9:20 am

A bad omen? Syria bans women from university courses

The recent announcement that Syrian tertiary institutes will not allow women into some courses has triggered debate. Critics worry it may be a sign that the new Syrian government is restricting women's rights

The Daily Star 27 Oct 2026 8:27 am