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First global recommendations issued on quitting smoking with type 2 diabetes

35 experts from 13 countries call for structured support to be integrated into routine diabetes care

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 4:15 pm

Argentina face testing transition after Messi

Messi vacated the famous number 10 shirt on Monday, after 21 years of carrying Argentinian hopes on his shoulders.

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 4:05 pm

ACC decides to investigate corruption allegations against Asif Mahmud

Four-member team formed to look into alleged irregularities in recruitment, transfers and promotions at the Youth and Sports Ministry

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 4:00 pm

'No problem and difficulty' from Iran

Ambassador blames US attacks and blockade for difficulties surrounding supplies

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 3:19 pm

No problem from Iran

Ambassador blames US attacks and blockade for difficulties surrounding supplies

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 3:19 pm

What next for Pakistan cricketers? Will the survivors even get to go home?

It is as if someone has mistaken a Test series for a theatre production and, between acts, decided to rewrite the cast list.

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 3:14 pm

Ebola deaths cross 2,000 in Democratic Republic of Congo

Confirmed Ebola cases reached 4,381 across five provinces as current outbreak is spreading faster than previous ones in DRC

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:09 pm

U.S. bars federal funding of gender transitions for low-income minors

Funding for minors' gender treatment blocked effective October; Democrats argue overreach, challenge cuts in court

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 3:08 pm

Nepal flash floods: Over five tonnes of medicines, 11-member rescue team in Indias next tranche of aid

Indias aid to Nepal comes as the death toil there rose to over 1,100 people on Wednesday (September 2, 2026)

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:09 pm

Bulog sends 1,321 tons of rice to quake-hit NTT

Antara News 2 Sep 2026 11:19 am

Bus driver arrested over alleged rape in Savar

Suspect accused of assisting in the crime yet to be arrested

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 9:24 am

50 metres of Teesta cross dam washed away in Kurigram

WDB dumps geo-bags to contain erosion as locals allege authorities ignored earlier warning signs

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 8:46 am

Pretorius 94 propels South Africa into T20 tri-series final

Lhuan-dre Pretorius top scored with 94 as South Africa beat Zimbabwe by 43 runs in Windhoek on Tuesday to reach the final of a Twenty20 tri-series which also includes Namibia.

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 8:27 am

Driven by faith, activists stand up to fellow Jews to protect Palestinians

A group of Israelis who regularly travel to the West Bank to protect Palestinians who are victims of increasing attacks by settlers say their Jewish faith drove them towards activism

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 8:16 am

Judge sends Charlie Kirk murder case to trial with Robinson facing potential death penalty

Robinson's lawyers tried to block a trial, arguing that prosecutors failed to show Kirk's shooting placed others around him at risk of death. That's an aggravating factor under the law that makes Robinson eligible for the death penalty

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 8:12 am

Nepal's young PM faces gravest test after flood catastrophe

Nepal's rapper-turned-prime minister swept to power six months ago promising reform, but his young government now faces its gravest test after a glacial collapse unleashed catastrophe

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 8:03 am

US military says it completed latest wave of strikes on Iran

The US military said late it completed its latest wave of strikes on Iran, saying it struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets as the war on Iran escalated following a weekend exchange of fire

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 7:56 am

Tests first as WTC dream takes wings

The next four matches will be crucial to Bangladesh

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 7:30 am

Can Mintu revive BKSP

For generations, Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan (BKSP) was more than just a sports institute. In football, it was a breeding ground -- a place where raw talent was identified, developed and eventually transformed into players capable of representing the national team.

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 7:00 am

Boomi Announces 2026 APAC Customer Innovation Award Winners

-Boomi, the data activation company for AI, announced today the winners of its

Antara News 2 Sep 2026 5:32 am

Brickworks Modernises Integration Architecture and Activates Enterprise Data With Boomi

-Boomi, the data activation company for AI, today announced that

Antara News 2 Sep 2026 5:05 am

Premier League clubs shatter transfer spending record

Premier League clubs shattered their record of

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 3:34 am

Netanyahu says Israel seized Hamas internal security chief in Gaza

The premier said in a statement that the target was the head of Hamas's internal security apparatus in Gaza, and that he had been involved with Israeli hostages previously held there, without giving more details.

The Hindu 2 Sep 2026 1:08 am

Date and time confirmed for season

LaLiga on Tuesday confirmed the date and kick-off time for the first Clasico of the 2026/27 season, with Barcelona set to host Real Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou on October 25 (October 26 in Bangladesh).

The Daily Star 2 Sep 2026 12:29 am

Hridoy joins Shakib-Mushfiq's elite list with double ton

The 24-year-old also joined an elite list of Bangladesh batters to score first-class double centuries abroad, alongside Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan.

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 11:31 pm

Father, two young sons found dead in Jashore; police suspect murder-suicide

Police say the man may have killed his children before consuming pesticide following a family dispute

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 11:25 pm

Pakistan High Court directs jail authorities not to keep Imran Khan, wife in solitary confinement

The court also directed that former PMs family members be allowed to meet him as permitted under jail rules and ordered authorities to make arrangements for telephone conversations between him and his sons

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 10:14 pm

President Xi urges SCO member states to make security a key priority

In a veiled criticism of the U.S., the Chinese President said, We must prevent external forces from interfering in our internal affairs, endangering our political security, and undermining regional stability.

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 10:08 pm

From 1973 to 2026: Bangladesh

Minimum basic salary climbs from Tk 130 to Tk 20,000 as maximum reaches Tk 156,000

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 10:04 pm

Khaled links up with Hasan at Kent for County Championship

Kent Cricket on Tuesday confirmed the signing of Bangladesh pacer Khaled Ahmed for September

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 9:21 pm

Hotter autumn, possible cyclone on the horizon

Met office forecasts 4-6 low-pressure systems in Bay of Bengal, with at least one potentially intensifying into cyclonic storm between September and November

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 9:18 pm

When Americans stop doing memes, throwing shade: Canada PM Carney on resuming trade talks with U.S.

Canada walked away from negotiations on an agreement to avoid additional U.S. tariffs on August 21, saying the American side had made unacceptable last-minute demands

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 9:09 pm

Enzo to Man City for joint-British record

From confirmed deals to moves hanging in the balance, here are the latest developments as the transfer window edges towards its dramatic conclusion.

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 8:59 pm

Germany's Rudiger announces international retirement

Germany defender Antonio Rudiger on Tuesday announced his international retirement, two months after last playing for Germany at the 2026 World Cup.

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 8:50 pm

Link new pay scale to annual asset disclosure, TIB to govt

Says higher salaries without stronger accountability could fuel corruption, inflation and further pressure on low-income earners

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 8:35 pm

Excessive speed may have caused Air Force vehicle crash at HSIA: Minister

Five-member committee formed to investigate accident near Dhaka airport's third terminal

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 8:25 pm

45th Watch

Antara News 1 Sep 2026 8:13 pm

Tk 500 and 17 minutes: How easily NID data was bought online

Dismislab investigation uncovers a market selling Bangladeshis

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 7:16 pm

BCB suspends former director, two others over BPL fixing

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday suspended former board director Muhammad Mukhlesur Rahman Shamim and two others over fixing-related issues during the 12th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) T20.

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 7:07 pm

Bangladesh's exports rise 5.43% in July-August

The country shipped merchandise worth $9.15 billion in the first two months of the current fiscal year

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 7:05 pm

3 arrested after woman entrepreneur assaulted at Rajbari market

Viral video showed Zakia Sultana being kicked during a dispute at Boro Bazar

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:52 pm

Commodity suppliers warn of supply shortages amid gas crises

The country

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:49 pm

Health ministry cautions 58 NIMH doctors over late attendance during minister

Those warned include former hospital director Prof Mahbubur Rahman; ministry says repeat misconduct could trigger disciplinary action

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:42 pm

Bumrah back in India's T20 squad for Afghanistan series

Jasprit Bumrah was on Tuesday named in India's T20 squad for three matches against Afghanistan this month, but will need fitness clearance to play.

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:42 pm

174 Bangladeshis return home from Libya detention centre

Most had entered Libya irregularly while trying to reach Europe; many allege kidnapping and torture

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:38 pm

Bali leads Indonesia

Antara News 1 Sep 2026 6:30 pm

Former U.K. PM Starmer to step down as MP

Mr. Starmer expressed his support for Andy Burnham and added that he would also back whoever Labour chose as his successor in Parliament, ahead of a by-election for his constituency

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 6:09 pm

5 more die of dengue, 1,324 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll this year rises to 102

The Daily Star 1 Sep 2026 6:09 pm

India needs to be more vocal on international law violations: Palestines Foreign Minister

In an interview with The Hindu, Varsen Aghabekian Shahin said she believes U.S. President Donald Trump is serious about his Gaza peace plan

The Hindu 1 Sep 2026 6:05 pm