Why has U.S. deployed space weapons? |Explained
What is a space control weapon? What has the U.S. said? Are there treaties limiting weapons deployments in space?
Sounds of explosions heard in Ctg, police say 'rumour'
Video purportedly showing explosions surfaces on social media; The Daily Star could not independently verify it
Police detain three young men over alleged killing of 13-year-old Opratim
Lautaro Martinez brace saves Inter in Serie A top-two clash with Roma
Lautaro Martinez rode to Inter Milan's rescue on Saturday as the Serie A champions fought back from two-down to force a 2-2 draw at Roma.
England return to top of T20 rankings with SL whitewash
England returned to the summit of the T20 world rankings with another thumping of Sri Lanka to complete a 3-0 series whitewash in Manchester on Saturday.
Contractor accused of assaulting journalist in Kushtia
Journalist allegedly attacked while reporting on irregularities in Tk 9cr project
Asks mother after body of her only boy found; 3 suspects held
Indonesia discusses Whoosh railway debt repayment in China
Brighton end Arsenal's perfect record
Arsenal's perfect start to their Premier League title defence came off the rails in a 3-0 trouncing by Brighton, while Tottenham remain winless after a 3-2 defeat to Aston Villa.
Why cheaper money is failing to unlock investment
Over the last couple of years, businesses have raised concerns over high interest rates on loans and urged the Bangladesh Bank (BB) to cut its policy rates to reduce the cost of funds
Jamal draws on 2018 success ahead of Jakarta return
Eight years ago at Jakarta's Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, Bangladesh football made history by advancing to the knockout stage of the Asian Games for the very first time. Bangladesh captain Jamal Bhuiyan played a pivotal role in that campaign, scoring a stoppage-time winner against Qatar in their final group match.
Indonesia's tourism sector earns US$8.43 billion in first half of 2026
4 crude bombs explode in Jatrabari, one injured
Blasts occurred in front of Samad Super Market, police say
Animal feed demand to reach 10 million tonnes by 2030
A study of the Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) finds
BAFFA argues against 100% foreign ownership in freight forwarding sector
The Bangladesh Freight Forwarders Association (BAFFA) has urged the government not to expand 100 percent foreign ownership in the country
Muslims worldwide will resist any attempt to attack Makkah, Madinah: Kaikobad
Religious affairs minister says millions of Muslims would sacrifice their lives to protect the holy cities
Home minister should resign for failing to ensure security: Nahid
Death of CoU teacher
'We never gave up, and that's the best message we could send': Scaloni looks beyond tough World Cup
Now, with the tournament behind them, the Argentina coach wants to use the next phase to introduce younger players without losing the spirit that has carried the team through an extraordinary eight-year cycle.
58-yr-old sent to jail over rape of 13-yr-old schoolgirl in Mymensingh
Man arrested after girl's father files case
Man arrested over rape of 9-year-old girl in Rangpur
Victim was threatened before being raped, police say; accused sent to jail
Indonesia hands Ethiopian Interpol fugitive to Addis Ababa
Major problems at Riyadh airport, with flights cancelled, delayed: Flightradar24
An Aramco fuel tank near Riyadhs international airport was on fire Saturday (September 19, 2026), according to an AFP journalist, after people in the city reported hearing explosions.
TNI hunts OPM suspects after Papua driver killed
RI Govt to consider MSME conditions in halal certification
21-yr-old sent to jail over alleged gang rape in Mymensingh
Police to seek five-day remand; four other accused still at large
A life for a smartphone? The murder of a Cumilla teen raises grim questions
The killing of 13-year-old Opratim raises disturbing questions about child safety and the violence surrounding everyday theft and snatching
Unheralded Samin denies Bashundhara Kings a winning start
Samin Yassar Juel came off the bench in the 89th minute and scored an equaliser deep into stoppage time as Arambagh Krira Sangha held defending champions Bashundhara Kings to a 1-1 draw in their opening Bangladesh Football League fixture at Gopalganj District Stadium on Saturday.
Bogor govt finds 23 firms suspected of polluting Cileungsi River
IFRS 9 adoption to challenge banks amid high NPLs: experts
Implementation of international best practice of accounting, IFRS 9, in the banking sector would be challenging amid the huge non-performing loans and the sector
Two killed, five injured as bus hits parked truck in Sirajganj
At least two were killed and five others injured when a speeding bus hit a parked truck on the Jamuna Bridge West Zone Highway in Sirajganj
Bali immigration detains 13 foreigners over suspected prostitution
What did I learn from Citi and PwC?
Citi and PwC taught me different things, but the most important lessons from both institutions were surprisingly similar. Whether you are running a bank, advising a business or leading a team, you are ultimately dealing with the same thing: trust. It takes years to build, but only moments to lose
Indonesian horseback archers finalize preparations for IHAA Moscow
Indonesia plans Integrated National School in East Java's Situbondo
Four killed as bus, private car collide in Munshiganj
Another critically injured
One detained after 13-year-old boy found dead in Cumilla
Body found 22 hours after boy went missing
They urged the government to engage foreign firms to develop the non-profitable Payra Port, not the already profitable NCT
PM for unified training system to make youth suitable for global job market
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today stressed introducing a unified, international-standard training and certification system to enhance the acceptance and recognition of the country's youth in national and international job markets.
BPJPH seals 39 partnerships on first day of 5th H20 Summit
Prabowo affirms food, energy self-reliance as nation's strength
Hridoy, Jaker return for Afghanistan Test, Taskin rested
Bangladesh will play the one-off Test against Afghanistan on October 9 in the UAE.
University student dies after being found critically injured in Khulna
Police yet to confirm cause of death or identify those responsible
Indonesia, Netherlands to co-host 2027 UN Peacekeeping Ministerial
Prabowo cites government's achievements after two years in office
Those taking irregular migration routes should not be treated as criminals: Home secretary
Says many may be victims of fraud, exploitation or trafficking
BNP man removed from post over threat to burn UP poll aspirant alive
Audio clip of alleged phone threat goes viral; accused now in jail in separate case
Indonesia, Australia strengthen counter-terrorism collaboration
Indonesia to inaugurate five new Army region commands on Oct. 5
Rumah Indonesia helps overcome technical issues at Asian Games: CdM
Indonesia leads ACW, strengthens ASEAN's voice in United States
Hold us accountable, Bobby tells education stakeholders
State minister says government should be judged by groundwork for long-term improvements in education
Prabowo stresses leaders must be smart, not easily deceived
Prabowo expected to lead military anniversary ceremony at Monas
Iran executes man accused of providing missile info to Israel: judiciary
The death penalty was carried out against Hossein Pedaran, who had provided the Mossad with information on missile sites in Isfahan Province
Body of Comilla University teacher
His body was spotted in the Sandanda area of the neighbouring Comilla University campus around 1:00pm
President Prabowo says Indonesia must be strong to help Palestine
President recalls Palestine during Gontor centennial celebration
H20 forum strengthens the global halal ecosystem: BPJPH
Thohir opens House of Indonesia for 2026 Asian Games contingent
Indonesia's Sumaya advances to Asian Games teqball final
Indonesian President Prabowo reaffirms support for Palestine
Titas-28 starts supplying 12-13mmcf gas a day to national grid
New well in Brahmanbaria expected to help ease pressure on national gas supply
Indonesia to showcase Batak culture at Asian Games opening
3 children die after father allegedly poisons them, tries to kill himself
Father also hospitalised in critical condition
Mugging behind Ctg police station in broad daylight, video goes viral
Two masked men seen snatching mobile phone, cash from rickshaw passenger
Kane's 100: The numbers behind a Bundesliga record 49 years in the making
Kane became the fastest player in Bundesliga history to reach 100 goals when he converted from the spot against Union Berlin on Friday. Dieter Muller had needed 129 games for Cologne in 1977.
Man arrested over alleged attempt to rape schoolgirl in Jashore
The victim
Prabowo targets 5,000 fishing villages built before 2029
Ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional: U.S. Justice Department
The opinion from the Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel says the law aimed at making it harder for 18- to 20-year-olds to get handguns violates the Second Amendment.
Famed Inter Milan and Italy forward Mazzola dies at 83
Former Italy forward Sandro Mazzola, who spent all 17 years of his senior career at Inter Milan, has died at the age of 83, the club said on Saturday.
Giving away control of the match the major concern for Mourinho's Real before Atletico derby
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho admitted his team does not know how to control matches ahead of Sunday's LaLiga derby clash against Atletico Madrid.
Death toll from attack at Pakistan police HQ rises to 31
More than 100 were injured so far in the militant attack and suicide bombing, an official said, adding that fighting was ongoing
A diving catch during commercial turns serious:
Accomplished all-rounder Rachin Ravindra is in doubt for New Zealand's home series against India following a freak accident while filming a commercial shoot, New Zealand Cricket announced on Saturday.
Shafiqur warns eight-point demands could turn into one-point
Jamaat-led 11-party alliance launches Dhaka-Rangpur long march from Manik Mia Avenue to press for eight-point demands
PM Modi, UAE Preident discuss West Asia, strategic partnership during phone call
The Prime Minister and the UAE president reaffirmed their commitment to continued cooperation and coordination in efforts to promote regional peace, security and stability, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office said.
Is it worth the cost?: Mbappe On-boarding boosts brand visibility, but questions linger
On Holding 49G.BN made a splashy entry into football on Friday by signing French star Kylian Mbappe, a move that raised the Swiss running shoe brand's profile as it pushes into the sport.
Google's Gemini AI carried out cyberattacks, guessed passwords
The hacks, first reported by the Wall Street Journal, took place in May and were discovered by Google in July
Asian Games to open in Japan after troubled build-up
The 20th Asian Games will open in Japan later Saturday with a glittering ceremony following a stuttering build-up to a multi-sport spectacular that has more participants than the Olympics.
Trump says CNN, Politico, MS NOW banned from White House
The 80-year-old Republican -- who has long had a fiery relationship with the media -- warned that other outlets could face a similar fate but did not say which ones
Beacon Acquires Haize Labs to Power AI for the Real Economy
Is Akbar Ali paying the price for dissent?
In cricket, selection is meant to follow clear logic: form, fitness, team balance, and future planning. But when a player vanishes from consideration while none of those criteria fit, darker questions emerge.
U.S. appeals court rejects Trump policy allowing swift deportations to third countries
The Trump administration has entered into a series of agreements that have allowed it to send more than 25,000 migrants to at least 29 third countries, in many cases Mexico, according to Third Country Deportation Watch
Pakistan will go to 'any extent' to defend Saudi Arabia: Army spokesperson
The remarks came amid an ongoing escalation involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis, who carried out attacks on Saudi territory in recent days and established control over the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea
Brentford hammer Chelsea 3-0 to undo Alonso's promising start
Brentford exposed Chelsea's defensive problems to inflict a damaging 3-0 defeat on Friday that gives Xabi Alonso plenty to ponder over a three-week international break.
Kane hits fastest Bundesliga century as Bayern run riot against Union Berlin
Harry Kane scored twice in Bayern Munich's 7-0 demolition of Union Berlin on Friday , becoming the fastest player to reach 100 Bundesliga goals.
Mancini brings nine newcomers into the first squad of his Italy comeback
Italy coach Roberto Mancini on Friday called up 34 players, nine for the first time, for the opening four games of his second stint in charge of the Azzurri.
Assad-era Syrian official jailed for 60 years by U.S. court
Samir Ousman Alsheikh, 74, was charged in 2024 and convicted in March this year on three counts of torture and one count of conspiracy to commit torture for his involvement in the abuse of prisoners at Adra Prison in Damascus
Hundreds of thousands attend Irans biggest government-organised rally since the war began
The volunteers would be an additional layer of security for the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard and the Basij militia, which has played a key role in quashing anti-government protests
Man stabbed to death in Kurigram; suspect detained
The victim was standing on the roadside after having tea; suspect gives incoherent statements, say police
