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Not today, not here: Infantino tight-lipped on abandoned World Cup rights proposal

On Thursday, FIFA accused UEFA of launching a smear campaign and argued that its opposition to the selloff was motivated by a desire to preserve European football's dominance.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 11:06 am

Two shot in separate incidents in Dhaka

A trader and a housewife were shot in separate incidents in Dhaka's Shanir Akhra and Darus Salam areas last night

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 10:39 am

Rybakina books US Open fourth-round berth, inches closer to No. 1

World number two Elena Rybakina avenged her French Open defeat to Yuliia Starodubtseva on Sunday, beating the unseeded Ukrainian 7-6 (8/6), 6-3 to reach the US Open last 16.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 10:30 am

Old friends turn foes

The friendship between Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso will add a fascinating layer to an already intriguing London derby, with Arsenal and Chelsea both putting perfect Premier League starts on the line at the Emirates on Sunday.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 9:55 am

Island Girl: A broken dream

A New Zealand family spent more than two years building a wooden catamaran in Cox

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 9:42 am

Messi sets up goal in first game since Argentina retirement, but Miami held

Lionel Messi provided an assist in Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with Atlanta United in Florida on Sunday in the Argentine's first appearance since retiring from international duty earlier this week.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 9:13 am

Athletic Bilbao crush Simeone's flat Atletico

Athletic Bilbao thumped Atletico Madrid 3-0 in LaLiga on a miserable Saturday afternoon for Diego Simeone's side.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:45 am

Wobbly Osaka 'shocked' to battle past Mertens and reach last 16

Two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka survived another erratic outing, beating Belgian Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 on Sunday to reach the US Open fourth round.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:15 am

Lara joins calls for humane treatment of Imran

West Indies great Brian Lara has joined a growing chorus of former cricketers and experts calling for jailed Pakistan legend Imran Khan to receive proper medical care, saying the former captain deserves

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:15 am

Indonesia cancels flights at Jakarta airport as Anak Krakatau volcano erupts

The explosive collapse of Anak Krakatau caused a tsunami in 2018 that killed at least 430 people in Sumatra and Java.

The Hindu 6 Sep 2026 8:11 am

SB police officer beaten to death in Savar

Son seriously injured in attack; police say an argument preceded the incident

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:05 am

Zheng, Potapova pull off upsets to reach US Open last 16

Zheng Qinwen won the last seven games to stun Madison Keys and reach the US Open last 16 in a day of upsets that dented American hopes on Saturday at Flushing Meadows.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 8:05 am

'The flood is coming': How a Nepal principal saved 900 students

Rajendra Dawadi was inside his school near Nepal's Trishuli River with around 900 students last week when a colleague delivered an urgent warning

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 7:42 am

Pakistan hit new low against India

Pakistan

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 7:42 am

U.S. envoys outlined number of ideas on ending Ukraine war to Putin: Kremlin

They did not only express their traditional interest in bringing the hostilities to a quick end, they put forward a number of ideas on possible routes to a settlement, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said.

The Hindu 6 Sep 2026 4:13 am

Batting in focus as Tigresses eye semifinal berth

With net run rate the first tiebreaker, a victory for Bangladesh would confirm their place in the semifinals.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:42 am

Lautaro Martinez scores late winner as Inter rally to beat Napoli

Lautaro Martinez scored in the 91st minute as Inter Milan rallied from two goals down to secure a stunning 3-2 home Serie A victory over Napoli on Saturday, continuing their 100% start to their title defence.

The Daily Star 6 Sep 2026 12:11 am

Man detained at CU following female student

University authorities say the student is preparing to file a case after an earlier general diary over alleged unwanted contact

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 11:41 pm

Hasan Mahmud takes seven as Kent beat Worcestershire

Hasan Mahmud made an impressive return to the County Championship, taking seven wickets across two innings as Kent secured their sixth victory of the season.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

Haaland heads unconvincing Man City top of Premier League

Erling Haaland maintained Manchester City's perfect start to the Premier League season but Enzo Maresca's men were made to sweat for a 1-0 victory over newly-promoted Coventry at the Etihad on Saturday.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:40 pm

Some parties, individuals exploiting power, gas crises to create anarchy: PM

Tarique Rahman says his government is working to address inherited energy problems and warns that the law will be enforced against attempts to create unrest

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:13 pm

Modric available to play for Croatia in Nations League

Luka Modric is still available to play for Croatia, the country's soccer association (HNS) said on Saturday, ending speculation that the veteran midfielder would end his international career after this year's World Cup.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:03 pm

Five goals in three matches: 'Leader' Raphinha rising to Barca striker challenge

The Brazilian winger has bagged five goals in three games playing out of position as Barca's number nine ahead of Sunday's visit to Valencia at Mestalla.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 9:00 pm

9 Bangladeshis return through Benapole after prison terms in India

The group was sent back under special travel permits after completing legal and administrative procedures

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:53 pm

Three detained for stealing Tk 1 crore from Gazipur factory chairman

Police recovered Tk 97.03 lakh within 48 hours

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:28 pm

Do 2,000-3,000 vehicles in the long march run on water or oil? Shama Obaed asks

State minister urges opposition parties to take their demands to parliament

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:16 pm

Newcastle rally from two goals down to earn Bournemouth draw

Newcastle surged back from a two-goal deficit against Bournemouth on Saturday to draw 2-2 and extend their unbeaten start to the season after a period of intense upheaval at the club.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:09 pm

BNP faces major challenge over July Charter, referendum mandate: Speakers

Seminar participants argue that fundamental state reforms require recognition of the people

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 8:02 pm

Nepal bet nearly everything on hydropower - the floods show why that's a problem

More than 10% of Nepal's energy generation capacity was knocked out by last week's floods.

BBC 5 Sep 2026 7:37 pm

Govt may hold two cards, but the people hold the red card: Porwar

11-party alliance

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 7:17 pm

Conspirators exist in police and media, IGP says

Police chief Ali Hossain urges journalists and law enforcers to stand united while warning against false accusations and rumours

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 7:13 pm

Bangladesh to highlight reforms, economic potential at UNGA: Shama Obaed

State minister says Dhaka will pursue economic diplomacy, skilled migration and greater economic diversification

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:40 pm

Tevez's farewell match to bring together Messi and Ronaldo?

Carlos Tevez retired from professional football in June 2022, but the former Argentina star is yet to have his official farewell match. That could finally happen in December at La Bombonera, the home of his beloved Boca Juniors. And the grand occasion could bring Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo together on the same pitch.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:33 pm

Rajshahi inter-district bus services resume after suspension over Darshana route dispute

Services resume at 1pm after divisional commissioner intervenes

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:18 pm

Russian President Vladimir Putin orders 72-hour pause in strikes on Kyiv

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said the decision was tied to preparations for U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to visit Kyiv for peace talks

The Hindu 5 Sep 2026 6:12 pm

Hesson targets Pakistan turnaround in Birmingham

Pakistan coach for the third Test against England, Mike Hesson, has acknowledged the challenges of taking charge of the Test side at short notice but believes the focus must now be on building a balanced attack capable of restoring some of the team

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 6:10 pm

Hijra community leader found dead at Chattogram home

Police say initial investigation points to possible strangulation

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 5:58 pm

BNP-Jamaat rivalry halts boat race in Sirajganj

Both groups scheduled events at the same venue; administration suspended programmes citing law and order concerns

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 5:50 pm

Bangladesh women thrash Chinese Taipei 7-0

Bangladesh made a stunning start to their Junior Asia Cup campaign, thrashing Chinese Taipei 7-0 in their opening match in China on Saturday.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 4:07 pm

No PM visit to India before UN session: State minister

Humaiun Kobir says bilateral discussions on visit schedule are ongoing

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 3:55 pm

Nepali woman rescued alive from buried home 10 days after flood

Chinese man also rescued alive from hydropower tunnel in Rasuwa district

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 3:44 pm

Rangpur killings: Relief minister expects charge sheet within days

CID sends 35 pieces of evidence for DNA testing as police await forensic report

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 3:26 pm

Hotel crackdown leaves Bangladeshi patients without a roof in Kolkata

Bangladesh Deputy High Commission urges visitors to confirm hotel bookings before travelling

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 3:11 pm

Three killed as auto-rickshaw, covered van collide head-on in Gazipur

Two others were injured

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 2:30 pm

Rangamati hanging bridge resurfaces after seven days

Bridge reopens to tourists as Kaptai Lake water recedes

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 2:18 pm

Free-agent XI: Benzema, Pogba, Ramos, Sancho among stars still without a club

From Champions League winners and World Cup champions to former Premier League stars, several high-profile players remain without clubs after failing to secure moves before the deadline.

The Daily Star 5 Sep 2026 1:42 pm

Why is New York City pausing some AI tools in schools? | Explained

The Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani and Schools Chancellor Kamar H. Samuels on September 2 imposed a one-year moratorium on student-facing generative AI for pupils up to eighth grade for the 202627 academic year

The Hindu 5 Sep 2026 1:16 pm

U.N. approves resolution in support of map that shows Africas true size

The U.N. has backed a map that more accurately represents Africas true size, challenging the centuries-old Mercator projection. The resolution promotes the Equal Earth projection as a more accurate representation of the worlds continents.

The Hindu 5 Sep 2026 12:14 pm

Trump says Witkoff, Kushner heading abroad to discuss Ukraine peace

The duo had been planning to travel to Moscow over the weekend followed by a visit to Kyiv

The Hindu 5 Sep 2026 7:04 am

Indian state gives taxi and tuk-tuk drivers a year to learn local language

A new rule making it mandatory for drivers to learn Marathi or lose their licence had sparked protests.

BBC 5 Sep 2026 6:03 am