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Overweight and weak: On the UN, the 81st session of the UN General Assembly

The United Nations is unwieldy, and needs to move away from superpower hegemony

The Hindu 26 Sep 2026 1:09 am

PM Tarique, Kuwait Crown Prince discuss expanding labour recruitment, trade

The leaders agree to deepen cooperation in labour recruitment, investment and other potential sectors during bilateral talks in New York

The Daily Star 26 Sep 2026 12:18 am

PM holds bilateral, sideline meetings with leaders of several states

Meetings focus on trade, investment, skilled manpower, education, technology and health

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 11:38 pm

UN Security Council condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

The council stressed the importance of upholding international law and freedom of navigation

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 11:07 pm

Not the dream we had: Bangladesh coach Dooley after Malaysia reality check

For the Bangladesh coach, the defeat was ultimately a lesson in where his team stand.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 10:44 pm

Evicted woman allegedly raped after being promised shelter in Gazipur

The woman filed a rape case against a betel-leaf seller after allegedly being assaulted near Mawna Chowrasta; police are trying to arrest him

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 10:28 pm

Iran suggests deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in seven days

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who detailed the proposal in a private gathering on September 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, suggested that a speedy agreement would help U.S. President Trump ahead of Novembers midterm elections

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 10:17 pm

6-year-old dies after alleged rape in Brahmanbaria; teen detained

The child was taken to hospital in critical condition; autopsy to determine cause of death, police say

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:38 pm

Busy calendar leaves NCL short of national team stars

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday announced all eight squads for the upcoming National Cricket League (NCL) 2026-27, which is scheduled to begin on October 3.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:21 pm

Investigation officer changed in Oprotim murder case

Inspector Rajib Ahmed takes charge of the investigation as police probe whether anyone else was involved in the killing of the 13-year-old near Comilla University

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:21 pm

Palmer misses 'too many' England games, says Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel says Cole Palmer misses too many opportunities to impress after pulling out of England's first squad since the World Cup.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:09 pm

Trump told Xi that China helping Iran is unacceptable, US ambassador says

Trump-Xi talks described as candid and open

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:58 pm

Man City found guilty on all but one of 115 charges: Reports

If City are found guilty, sanctions

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:24 pm

Abahani stumble again as newcomers Chattogram City snatch Fed Cup draw

Heavyweights Abahani continued their sluggish start to the season, following up their goalless draw against PWD in the Bangladesh Football League with a 1-1 draw against newcomers Chattogram City FC in their Federation Cup opener at the Birshrestha Flight Lt Matiur Rahman Stadium in Munshiganj on Friday.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:11 pm

Swedish, Finnish fighter jets intercept Russian military aircraft

The mission fell under the broader Finnish-Swedish framework for monitoring and safeguarding both countries' airspace, Finnish Air Force said

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 8:06 pm

Two killed as motorcycle collides with three-wheeler in Habiganj

2 others injured

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:02 pm

Cuti is the right one: Scaloni confirms Romero as Argentinas new captain

Speaking at a press conference at the AFA training complex ahead of the upcoming friendlies against Bolivia, Burkina Faso and Benin, Scaloni said Romero is the natural choice to inherit the armband.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 7:56 pm

3 killed, 15 injured as two buses collide on Dhaka-Bhanga Expressway

A Dhaka-bound bus rammed into another bus parked for tyre repairs in Madaripur

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 7:52 pm

Patwary should be questioned over crude bomb remarks: DMP official

Joint Commissioner Tofayel Ahmed Miah says the NCP leader should explain his statement

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 7:45 pm

Two cops transferred over alleged attempt to frame family with yaba in Habiganj

An SI and a constable were sent to Police Lines after three family members were detained on drug allegations and later released amid protests

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 7:39 pm

Dengue claims 2 more lives, 955 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll rises to 211

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 7:27 pm

Pope Leo warns 'paradise of machines' could undermine humanity as he opens France trip

Pope raised existential questions about scientific progress, life and human rights during his opening speech to President Emmanuel Macron and diplomats at the lysee Palace

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 7:14 pm

3 more die with measles-like symptoms as Bangladesh

DGHS classifies all three latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths, with 1,201 more suspected infections reported nationwide

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 6:18 pm

Rayan's 95th-minute header rescues Brazil in 1-1 draw against Australia

A last minute header from Brazilian substitute Rayan salvaged a 1-1 draw with Australia in a thrilling international friendly in Townsville on Friday.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 5:49 pm

Indonesia signs UN Convention against Cybercrime

Antara News 25 Sep 2026 5:02 pm

VP urges fast recovery after Solok flash floods

Antara News 25 Sep 2026 3:39 pm

Iran proposes reopening Hormuz within seven days: media

Iran says Hormuz would reopen on seventh day if its conditions are met

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 3:08 pm

Bangladesh, Russia sign MoU on cultural cooperation

Agreement covers cultural exchange, heritage preservation, museums, archaeology, arts and creative industries

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 2:29 pm

Heavy fighting, internet disruption as Ethiopia conflict rages

The TPLF has forged an alliance with six other armed groups around the country in a bid to overthrow the government of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 2:11 pm

UK-based Farhaan Ali set to make Bangladesh debut against Malaysia

The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:00pm Bangladesh time.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 1:37 pm

Hannah Einbinder calls for end to Gaza attacks after UN protest arrest

Einbinder was among several actors and other public figures detained as protesters blocked an intersection outside the UN ahead of Netanyahu

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 1:32 pm

Israel's Abu Farchi sent off after gun gesture celebration

The 20-year-old ran to the corner flag, grabbed it and made a gun-firing gesture during his celebration.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 1:22 pm

Section of govt encouraging AL

Jamaat secretary general questions how banned AL held processions across country

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 1:12 pm

Gaibandha

At least 53 received treatment in Rangpur, Dinajpur, and Gaibandha after showing anthrax symptoms in one month

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 1:03 pm

Case filed against Tanti Dal leader over alleged firing after mosque donation row

Wife denies allegation, claims incident was staged to derail his electoral bid

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 12:44 pm

Shama Obaed highlights Bangladesh

Promotes global action against digital abuse targeting women and girls

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 12:29 pm

Scaloni says he 'pushed hard' to convince Messi to return for Argentina farewell

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he pushed hard to ensure Lionel Messi would return to the national team for a farewell match soon after announcing his retirement because he was not sure he would be in charge to orchestrate it later.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 12:07 pm

Gulf of Oman ship-to-ship oil transfers reach limit as Saudi exports surge

Saudi crude exports via Hormuz were on track to rebound to 3.6 million barrels per day (bpd) in September, up from about 900,000 bpd in August, data from analytics firm Kpler showed

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 11:10 am

New-look Brazil set for post-World Cup reset

Brazil take on the Socceroos in Townsville today (4:00pm Bangladesh Time) before a second clash in Brisbane next Tuesday.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 11:08 am

Why did a U.S. court stay Trumps ban on media outlets?

When he first announced the ban on the three outlets through a social media post on September 18, Mr. Trump accused them of reporting fake news. The outlets constantly write or report fiction or lies, Mr. Trump said in his post without giving any examples.

The Hindu 25 Sep 2026 9:59 am

Body of 25-yr-old woman recovered in Magura; family alleges murder

Husband detained; police await autopsy report

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:43 am

Five injured as rival group fires shotgun over baor dispute in Jashore

No written complaint filed from either side, police say

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:40 am

56 games, 64 goals: Haaland just won

The Norwegian striker scored twice as Norway edged Denmark 3-2 in a thrilling Nations League opener in Oslo, taking his international tally to 64 goals in just 56 appearances.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 9:19 am

Bangladesh step into tougher ASEAN territory on SAFF road

The match kicks off at 3:00pm (Bangladesh time).

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:56 am

Amite experiment comes at Sylhet

Amite is at the centre of Bangladesh

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:30 am

Last-gasp Gakpo strike snatches Dutch draw to spoil Klopp debut

Germany led through a first-half strike from Felix Nmecha but Gakpo fired home a superb volley in the closing moments from a Ruben van Bommel cross.

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:23 am

Nepal PM says floods 'a warning to the world' about climate change

A warming climate is destabilising the fragile Himalayan ecology by melting permafrost and glaciers and accelerating hazards, he says

The Daily Star 25 Sep 2026 8:23 am