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Palestinian club football to restart in September after Gaza war stoppage

The Palestinian football association announced on Monday that it would resume activity in September after a nearly three-year pause due to the Gaza war.

The Daily Star 11 Aug 2026 2:08 am

This pocket-sized gadget helped cut down our editor's screen time - and it's on sale

Brick can curb your screen time, and it's on sale for a limited time.

ZDNet 11 Aug 2026 1:20 am

Why recovery readiness has become the new standard for cyber resilience

As outages become more expensive and frequent, recovery readiness is emerging as the true measure of resilience.

ZDNet 11 Aug 2026 12:26 am

Iran says Saudi-Pakistan-Turkey deal shows 'change in perception' towards U.S.

The countries of the region have realised that security is not a commodity that can be bought from false brokers, says Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei

The Hindu 10 Aug 2026 11:03 pm

Bangladesh Bank removes two-year cap on bank boards

The move effectively allows Bangladesh Bank to continue running a bank through an appointed administrator beyond two years if circumstances warrant

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 10:50 pm

World Cup co-hosts US and Canada oppose Infantino

The football federations of the United States and Canada -- two of the 2026 World Cup host nations -- on Monday backed a statement from three confederations criticising FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 10:39 pm

I tried Google Wallet's new allowance feature, and my kid's already ditched their debit card

The new feature lets you send money to your children without them needing a card or separate account.

ZDNet 10 Aug 2026 10:20 pm

Suspected thief beaten to death in Narsingdi

Another man injured after residents caught the pair during an alleged theft, police say

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 10:16 pm

Shadik Kayem warns of

Ducsu VP demands restoration of NTRCA-led appointments and announces mass gathering for tomorrow

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 10:02 pm

Student dies a day after uncle in Moghbazar pile-up

Police say a case has been filed over the crash near Wireless Gate

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 9:30 pm

This blazing-fast, super-private browser delivers a brand new beta - try it for free

The zero-telemetry Orion browser finally makes its way to Linux as a beta release. It's also available for MacOS, iOS, and iPadOS, with a Windows version coming soon.

ZDNet 10 Aug 2026 9:26 pm

Gunmen stop van carrying cash near Dhaka airport, flee with Tk 1.21cr

Filling station official was hacked after refusing to hand over the money, according to the case statement

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:51 pm

Hefazat says sculptures of its leaders at July Uprising Museum must be removed

Statement says the representations insult ulema who opposed the culture of sculptures and idols

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:34 pm

BB offers incentives to boost Bangla QR transactions

Under the incentive scheme, acquiring institutions will receive 0.10 percent of the transaction value, while issuing institutions will receive 0.20 percent, subject to certain conditions

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:22 pm

Meta releases new AI model as Zuckerberg lays out vision

New Meta models can run on personal computers, Zuckerberg says

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:12 pm

Imran Khans supporters to protest across Pakistan if he is not allowed to meet party colleagues

Sohail Afridi, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a province governed by Khans party, said in a press conference that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and key ministers in his cabinet will be held responsible if anything happens to 73-year-old Khan in prison

The Hindu 10 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

Why Glasner chose the Marinakis gamble

The central and most intriguing part of this appointment is the paradox. Glasner had every reason to avoid Forest because of Marinakis' reputation, yet Marinakis himself became one of the reasons he accepted.

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:05 pm

7.4 quake rocks Colombia, neighbors, 18 confirmed dead

The early-morning quake was also felt in Ecuador, Panama and Venezuela -- itself hit by a devastating quake in late June

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:04 pm

7.4 quake rocks Colombia, felt in Venezuela

Governors report injuries and building damage in Choco and Risaralda

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 8:04 pm

I tried a solar-powered AirTag alternative that lasts 2 years - and looks like my Apple Watch

This finder tag has excellent range, and it's built for the outdoors.

ZDNet 10 Aug 2026 7:55 pm

This Mac dock gives me lag-free dual displays with no sketchy drivers - for $150

I finally get full support for two displays - without paying Thunderbolt prices. But there is a catch.

ZDNet 10 Aug 2026 7:54 pm

5 more die with measles like symptoms

Combined toll of confirmed and suspected measles deaths rises to 878

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:48 pm

Scotland, Netherlands criticise ICC's World Cup format changes

Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) have criticised the International Cricket Council (ICC) for changing the format of the 2027 Men's ODI World Cup less than 18 months before the tournament.

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:46 pm

No merchant fees for Bangla QR transactions: BB

Through the latest circular, the central bank has also cancelled its July 1 decision to set the minimum merchant discount rate (MDR) at 1 percent

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:42 pm

I will not be able to talk to you anymore: A sons final message before Riyadh fire

For families in Naogaon, the factory fire in Saudi Arabia ended years of waiting, unfinished dreams and final conversations they cannot forget

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:27 pm

Former chief justice ABM Khairul Haque gets bail in all 9 cases

High Court grants ad-interim bail in Banani attempted murder case, clearing way for release

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:23 pm

We lab-tested Ecovac's next-gen robot mop - here's where it shines (and struggles)

The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone is not just a mouthful; it's a market leader in features and intelligence.

ZDNet 10 Aug 2026 7:15 pm

Why Sheepstealer is House of the Dragon season 3

Season 3

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 7:05 pm

Dengue hospitalisations hit record high with 726 cases in 24 hours

Cases cross 20,000

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 6:42 pm

Chief justice reconstitutes jurisdictions of 55 High Court benches

Newly constituted benches set to begin proceedings tomorrow

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 6:39 pm

RU artist says removed artwork did not place 2024 above 1971

Graphic design student says the work was meant to criticise those seeking to portray the July Uprising as more significant than the Liberation War

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 6:32 pm

ASI found dead in hotel room, injured wife and unharmed baby found inside

Police say they are investigating whether the Mirsarai incident involved suicide or foul play

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 6:08 pm

HC orders 7th-grade pay for 690 lecturers of nationalised colleges

The lecturers were placed in 9th grade after nationalisation despite receiving 7th-grade salaries earlier

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 5:54 pm

Odhikar finds BNP, allies linked to most violence across all phases of 2026 polls

Rights group identifies Chattogram, Cox

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 5:47 pm

Netanyahu Rejects US-Backed Gaza Peace Plan, Deepening Rift with Trump Administration

Israels Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has publicly rejected a 15-point peace proposal for Gaza spearheaded by the United States, marking a notable public divergence from the administration of President Donald Trump. The forceful denunciation on Sunday underscores growing tensions between the two allies over the path to resolving regional conflicts. In a statement addressing what he described as rumours about Israeli weakness and withdrawals, Prime Minister Netanyahu firmly dismissed the US-backed document. He asserted that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) would not withdraw from the Gaza Strip until Hamas was fully disarmed. When I say the disarming of Hamas, it means heavy weaponry, lighter weaponry, all weaponry, Netanyahu stated, emphasizing [] Netanyahu Rejects US-Backed Gaza Peace Plan, Deepening Rift with Trump Administration

India Vision 10 Aug 2026 5:01 pm

The hole story behind Jacy

Footballers have never exactly enjoyed a healthy relationship with advertising hoardings.

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 4:56 pm

Islami Bank files ACC complaint against Shahabuddin, S Alam over alleged Tk 500cr embezzlement

Bank alleges Suprov Composite Knit

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 4:29 pm

Former Thai MP accused of shooting local official and driver: police

The alleged attack in Nonthaburi province north of Bangkok came days after a school shooting in the same region that raised questions over gun control in Thailand

The Hindu 10 Aug 2026 3:01 pm

Indian High Commissioner Trivedi meets PM Tarique

First meeting focuses on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 12:48 pm

U-20 coach Jones claims unpaid salary, BFF calls it

The British coach said he was dealing with

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 12:42 pm

Traditional Martial Arts Showdown: Kungfu Elite from Home and Abroad Converge on Yongchun

Traditional Martial Arts Showdown: Kungfu Elite from Home and Abroad Converge on Yongchun

The Hindu 10 Aug 2026 12:30 pm

Class XI admission to continue based on SSC marks

Minister confirms no admission test after publishing SSC results

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 12:26 pm

Protest in India state intensifies over alleged corruption in job exams

Thousands of students and job seekers have gathered in Jharkhand state, weeks after the cockroach protests took place in Delhi.

BBC 10 Aug 2026 12:17 pm

SSC results: Milon says marks reflected students

Education minister announces full answer-script re-scrutiny and measures for 312 institutions with zero pass rates

The Daily Star 10 Aug 2026 12:03 pm