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THE THIRD VIEW
ADB approves $250m loan to strengthen Bangladesh’s social protection system
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Economy
Measles outbreak linked to vaccination gaps: Health minister
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Health
The Daily Star built strong readership through ethical journalism: Unesco representative
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Bangladesh
Woman among four held over rape in Ctg’s EPZ area
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Oil prices fall on hopes of fresh Iran peace talks
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World
Hundreds killed in Haiti drone strikes, including 60 civilians, Human Rights Watch says
Drones reportedly killed 60 civilians, including 17 children
10 March 2026, 10:22 AM
Oil falls over 6% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation
Trump said on Monday in a CBS News interview that he thinks the war against Iran "is very complete" and that Washington was "very far ahead" of his initial four- to five-week estimated timeframe.
10 March 2026, 10:21 AM
World Cup 'too big' to be postponed by Middle East conflict: FIFA COO
Speaking at the International Broadcast Centre in Dallas on Monday, Schirgi was specifically asked about Iran, whose participation in the World Cup is uncertain due to the war waged on the country by Israel and the United States.
10 March 2026, 10:20 AM
Auto-rickshaw driver hacked to death in Dhaka’s Shantibagh
Family alleges local drug dealers behind the killing; police investigating
10 March 2026, 10:00 AM
Neymar injury doubt casts shadow over Brazil recall hopes
Santos said Neymar's absence was precautionary but the timing is awkward, with Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti having organised a trip from Rio de Janeiro to Sao Paulo to watch the 34-year-old in action.
10 March 2026, 09:02 AM
Anthropic sues to block Pentagon blacklisting over AI use restrictions
Anthropic claims Pentagon's actions violate free speech and due process rights
10 March 2026, 08:50 AM
Five Iranian women's players granted humanitarian visas in Australia
The announcement came after U.S. President Donald Trump said he had spoken to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the Iran women's soccer team in Australia following reports that the players had requested asylum.
10 March 2026, 08:47 AM
Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israel
IRGC holds firm control, direct strikes, strategy, targets
10 March 2026, 08:40 AM
Airlines begin to hike fares due to higher fuel prices, shares stabilise
War uncertainty takes toll on Asia travel and tourism
10 March 2026, 08:35 AM
War on Iran: latest developments
Iran's Revolutionary Guards in response said they would "determine the end of the war" and not the Americans
10 March 2026, 08:32 AM
Trump vows Iran war will 'end very soon'
The war had sent stock markets slumping and oil prices soaring on Monday as Tehran, under new leader Mojtaba Khamenei, fired a fresh barrage of missiles at its Gulf neighbours and signaled that the strategic Strait of Hormuz would likely remain closed
10 March 2026, 08:25 AM
US designates Afghanistan as 'state sponsor of wrongful detention'
President Donald Trump in September signed an executive order that created the blacklist, similar to designations by the United States on terrorism
10 March 2026, 08:20 AM
Bangladesh face Asian reality
“At times, it feels like a boxer entering a fight with one arm tied behind his back," Bangladesh coach Butler said after Uzbekistan clash.
10 March 2026, 08:00 AM
Forex reserves in focus as global oil price surges
With the government struggling to manage growing panic over fuel amid the US-Israel war on Iran, the key commodity surged beyond $100 a barrel yesterday, raising fresh concerns for highly import-dependent Bangladesh.
10 March 2026, 02:56 AM
One sent to jail over rape, blackmail in Feni
Victim filed case on Sunday night
10 March 2026, 01:15 AM
Refused fuel before iftar, customer returns to stab worker at Sylhet petrol pump
Filling station owners call strike across Sylhet division in protest
10 March 2026, 01:05 AM
Different agendas for Bangladesh, Pakistan
With the Pakistan team in town for Bangladesh’s first ODI assignment in more than four months, both sides have begun preparations in Dhaka and are heading into the three-match series chasing different agendas.
10 March 2026, 01:00 AM
From chaotic build-up to T20 Kings
What started as a tournament overshadowed by political drama and uncertainty eventually delivered thrilling cricket, unforgettable moments and a historic triumph for the hosts.
10 March 2026, 01:00 AM
Two die after LA Plaza fire in Mirpur
Victims succumb to injuries at Suhrawardy Hospital
10 March 2026, 00:58 AM
Iran war could shake Bangladesh economy 'like an earthquake'
When tensions escalate among global and regional powers, the shockwaves ripple through oil markets, shipping lanes, labour migration routes, and financial systems, reaching economies thousands of kilometres away.
10 March 2026, 00:00 AM