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Apple sets its iPhone 18 event for September: A new foldable and CEO could steal the show

Is a foldable iPhone finally in our future? We'll be on the ground on Sept. 9 to find out.

ZDNet 27 Aug 2026 12:48 am

Ex-champ Wawrinka handed US Open wildcard after fan outcry

The 2016 champion was left off the initial list of wildcard entries in his farewell season, reigniting fierce debate over which players get the nod -- and which are left out -- in the wildcard process at the majors.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:44 pm

UEFA set to lift FIFA boycott threat as Italy drops support for Infantino

A FIFA spokesperson said all qualified teams would participate in next month's Under-20 Women's World Cup in Poland, the first major tournament that could have been affected by the standoff.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:25 pm

Is Derby Hamza

Hamza was left out of the squad that travelled to Ipswich Town last night as the Foxes exited the Carabao Cup with a 3-1 defeat at Portman Road.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:09 pm

AI dominates Five Eyes security talks in Australia

The group discussed how to use AI through all the different threat areas that we deal with... counter-terrorism, on countering drug smuggling, on dealing with scams and scam centres, on dealing with organised crime

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 11:06 pm

Three innings defeats in four days: Another Bangladesh side outplayed

The Emerging team, however, put up a relatively better fight, taking the match into the fourth and final day. But the outcome appeared almost certain after the third day, when Bangladesh finished on 94 for three in their second innings while following on.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 10:29 pm

Bangladesh ready to help Nepal with relief, rescue efforts after deadly floods, mudslides: Foreign ministry

Dhaka expresses condolences to Kathmandu over loss of lives

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 10:08 pm

Iranian President says new U.S. sanctions will achieve nothing

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent laid out plans for the economic asphyxiation of Iran, warning of dire consequences for countries that do not join the campaign

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 10:08 pm

Netrokona schoolgirl pregnant after alleged repeated rape, family says; case filed against local BNP leader

Police arrest one accused while main accused Bakul Mia remains absconding

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:44 pm

Tongue says Root

The first Test victory by an innings and 103 runs marked the start of Joe Root's second stint as Test captain but he was seething when addressing the media on Tuesday following another embarrassing disciplinary breach.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

Google Pixel 11 Review: Why the base model is still my favorite, even this year

In a year of iterative upgrades, Google is introducing smart features that make the base Pixel still the one to buy for most people.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

16-year-old arrested over alleged attempted rape of 6-year-old in Savar

Court sends the boy to a juvenile correctional centre after police produce him following his arrest

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:16 pm

July was the worst month for ransomware victim claims in 2026 - or was it?

We shouldn't ignore agentic AI ransomware threats, but the claims of a new ransomware group might be skewing the numbers.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 8:30 pm

Body of New Zealand teen recovered after houseboat sank off Cox

Albert, 16, was found near Samiti Para more than 24 hours after the family

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Arc'teryx Introduces System 0

Antara News 26 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Legendary Williams sisters get US Open wild card

The sisters have been one of the most successful doubles partnerships in tennis, combining power, athleticism and an unmistakable competitive edge.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 8:09 pm

BGB steps up awareness drive over push-ins, illegal crossings in Kushtia, Meherpur

Battalion asks residents to report suspicious cross-border activity while saying the border situation remains normal

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 7:12 pm

Ronan and Declan, Bangladesh

Ronan and Declan, who helped Bangladesh win the SAFF U-20 Championship in April, told The Guardian that their experience had already sparked interest among other eligible players abroad.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 7:04 pm

4 AI development skills you need, according to Andrew Ng - and what experts say he's missing

The rise of generative and agentic AI has dramatically changed the software-building process - and the skills required.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 6:33 pm

Rice, red tape led police to suspect in Ashulia child killing, officers say

Police say Saiful Islam later admitted involvement and cited a grudge against five-year-old Abdur Rahman

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 6:08 pm

Bogura JCD leader arrested with 1200 yaba pills, sent to jail

Party expels him permanently

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 5:51 pm

Satkhira Awami League leader arrested in BNP office vandalism case

Rajyeshwar Das, 67, was arrested at his Assasuni home and sent to jail after being produced before a court

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 5:42 pm

This simple antivirus tool is the easiest way to scan your Linux PC for threats - for free

Worried about Linux vulnerabilities or sharing files with Windows users? This ClamAV GUI makes it easy to ensure they're clean.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 5:37 pm

I built my own secure network in the cloud to access my home PCs remotely - for free

Do you need easy, secure remote access to your home or small business network? Before you pay big bucks for a VPN or remote-access plan, try Tailscale. Did I mention it's free?

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 5:25 pm

Korea Visa Application Centre to open in Dhaka on September 2

Ordinary visa applications and passport collection will move exclusively to the new centre, with applicants required to book appointments online

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 4:57 pm

Man City sign Moroccan starlet Bouaddi for 100 million euros

The 18-year-old rising star was one of the stand-out players at the recent World Cup, helping Morocco reach the quarter-finals before they were beaten by France.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 4:55 pm

DMP files 21 cases, fines Tk 1 lakh in Babubazar-Badamtoli eviction drive

Police clear illegal parking, shops and makeshift structures from roads, footpaths and sections beneath Babubazar Bridge

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 4:54 pm

The best reading tablets of 2026: Expert tested

We rounded up the best reading tablets of the year that you can take with you anywhere.

ZDNet 26 Aug 2026 4:30 pm

Two children drown in Sutia river in Gazipur

12-year-olds went to the river to bathe at noon, police say

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 4:14 pm

Iran and Oman plan for temporary Hormuz corridor as impasse with US persists

Most shipping remains suspended as Tehran and Washington maintain separate blockades

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 4:06 pm

Starc dethrones Bumrah to claim No. 1 Test ranking

Jasprit Bumrah's tenure as the No.1 ranked Test bowler is over as Australia pacer Mitchell Starc claimed the premier position for the first time in his illustrious career on the back of his dominant performance against Bangladesh.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 2:54 pm

7 children die with measles-like symptoms, death toll rises to 950

DGHS classifies all seven latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 2:54 pm

Home minister urges public, media support to improve law and order

Says law enforcers recovering from weak state, but crime control won't change overnight

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 2:34 pm

Nepal flash flood kills eight; damages roads, power projects

Flooding disrupts 430MW of electricity supply and cuts roads, communications near border

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 2:27 pm

Bidisha Ershad produced before Dhaka court in fraud case

The former wife of late president HM Ershad was arrested yesterday

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 2:24 pm

Foreigners find careers and a home in Taizhou

Antara News 26 Aug 2026 2:24 pm

BGB returns two shotguns, walkie-talkie left behind by BSF

Weapons and communication device were recovered after BSF members allegedly entered Bangladesh and assaulted farmers in Lalmonirhat

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 1:49 pm

Man arrested after ex-wife, her parents hacked in Meherpur

Doctor say the woman

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 1:19 pm

Bollywood actor's Indian festival ad withdrawn after row over outfit

Kriti Sanon has defended the ad in which she was seen celebrating the upcoming Hindu festival of Rakhi.

BBC 26 Aug 2026 12:56 pm

Cruise ship, cabins and containers: Asian Games brace for accommodation crunch

Japanese Asian Games organisers said Wednesday they were holding egular discussions with Asian Olympic chiefs after a report claimed they had asked for the ballooning number of participants to be scaled back.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 12:38 pm

India enforce follow-on after bowling out Sri Lanka for 290

India enforced the follow-on after bowling out hosts Sri Lanka for 290 in their first innings on day four of their second Test on Wednesday.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 12:28 pm

Why India is importing sugar for the first time in nearly a decade

Domestic sugar prices have jumped nearly 40%, forcing India to import 1 million tonnes of the sweetener.

BBC 26 Aug 2026 12:00 pm

Rain forecast across country, temperatures may fall slightly

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers are likely in many parts of the country over the next 24 hrs

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:51 am

Iran says Hormuz strait still closed despite transit corridor talks

In the Iranian capital, long queues formed at petrol stations after authorities said fuel quotas would be reviewed

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:29 am

At least 15 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire, local TV reports

There were 16 newborns in the ward when the fire broke out, one of whom was rescued, Geo reported

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:23 am

Pakistan hospital fire kills 14 children: local authority

The fire broke out on the third floor of the Mother and Child Health Ward at the public Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital, the district office said in a statement

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:23 am

Couple die from electrocution in Jhenaidah

Husband dies while using grass cutter, wife dies trying to save him

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 11:15 am

Indian Caregiver Murdered in Jerusalem: Suspect Indicted

Indian Caregiver Fatally Stabbed in Jerusalem Residence; Employers Grandson Indicted for Premeditated Murder Jerusalem : Rajeev Acharya, a 40-year-old live-in caregiver from Kalimpong, West Bengal, India, was fatally stabbed on July 23, 2026, inside the Jerusalem residence of the elderly Israeli couple he was caring for. Israeli prosecutors have officially indicted Avior Zaken, the 31-year-old grandson of the employers, on charges of premeditated murder. The Incident and Investigation According to communication details sent by the Embassy of India in Tel Aviv, Acharya suffered multiple traumatic injuries from a sharp object. Investigators state that the suspect launched a sudden attack while Acharya was resting in his room. The victim tragically succumbed [] Indian Caregiver Murdered in Jerusalem: Suspect Indicted

India Vision 26 Aug 2026 11:02 am

Eid-e-Miladunnabi being observed

The holy Eid-e-Miladunnabi, commemorating the birth and death of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH), is being observed across the country today with due religious reverence and solemnity

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 10:33 am

Ronaldo fumes, snubs victory celebration after being substituted

Cristiano Ronaldo endured a frustrating evening as Al-Nassr surrendered a two-goal lead before being hauled off at half-time, only to produce a remarkable comeback and beat Al-Ettifaq 3-2 in the Saudi Pro League on Tuesday.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 10:31 am

Writ petition seeks mandatory disclosure of previous marriages in Kabin Nama

Current form lacks safeguards against concealment of marital history, it says

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 10:18 am

Babar Azam set for return at Lord's Test

Pakistan captain Babar Azam, who sat out of the first

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:46 am

Japan to support alternative Mideast oil pipelines: media

Japan plans to provide support for alternative pipelines in the Middle East as it seeks to improve energy security in the wake of the Iran war, local media reported Wednesday

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:44 am

Australian police hunt thieves in $250,000 oyster heist

Australian police said Wednesday they were on the hunt for thieves who made off with hundreds of thousands of oysters

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 9:39 am

High quality, low risk: record number of Japanese in Premier League

A record number of Japanese players are in the Premier League this season, with clubs attracted by their proven quality, value for money and the very little risk involved in signing them.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 8:46 am

Arsenal have chance to 'make a dynasty' under Arteta, says Guimaraes

Bruno Guimaraes believes that Arsenal are about to enter a golden period under Mikel Arteta, saying the Gunners boss wants to make a dynasty at the Emirates Stadium.

The Daily Star 26 Aug 2026 8:10 am

Trump submits civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review

Under law, Congress has 90 days while in session to review the agreement.

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 8:01 am