NUMBERS 60,290

In 2015, there will be an estimated 60,290 new cases of breast carcinoma in situ diagnosed, 83% of which will be ductal carcinoma in situ
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Mailbox

The spotlight story on homebound passengers (published on July 17, 2015) is one of the best I have ever read in my favourite
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Rotary Club installation event held

The 28th installation ceremony of the Rotary Club of Dhaka Buriganga was held at Sarina Hotel in the capital's Banani on Wednesday, said
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

SNAPSHOT

“I note the obvious differences between each sort and type,
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

FIGHT FATIGUE

I have been struggling with feeling fatigued or over-exhausted every now and then for last couple of months. I often resort to caffeine
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Georgia O'Keeffe

American artist Georgia O'Keeffe is one of the most significant and intriguing artists of the twentieth century, known internationally for
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Becoming a Fellow

An integral part of the Teach For Bangladesh programme is attracting young teachers to come and teach. And it is not as easy as it might sound. While some young teachers drop out of MBA programmes from some of the most prestigious universities in the country to become a TFB fellow, others spend months trying to fit into society, where young graduates joining a multinational and making a fortune makes more sense, rather than teaching at primary schools for half the salary.
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Korvi Rakshand Named Asia 21 Young Leader by Asia Society

Korvi Rakshand Dhrubo has been named by Asia Society as part of the Class of 2015 Asia 21 Young Leaders, the preeminent network of young leaders from across the Asia Pacific, representing the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

100 Smiles

The annual event of 100 Smiles returned to 11 zones of Dhaka on July 13, 2015. Launched in 2010 by One Degree Initiative, the flagship project is designed to gather underprivileged children from different zones around the city and organise a festive Eid for them.
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

To Play with Clay

Make pots, pans and little mugs,
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Ancient Life in 3D

Hidden secrets about life in Somerset 190 million years ago have been revealed by researchers at the University of Bristol and the Bath
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Man of the Earth

A popular name in the field of agriculture, Rezaul Karim Siddique has been researching on how to develop cultivation and growth of crops in Bangladesh for more than three decades. Not only does he work for the betterment of agriculture, he also works towards the development of farmers and organic farming.
30 July 2015, 18:00 PM

APJ Abdul Kalam: Inspiring till His Last Breath

It’s rare that the death of a former Indian president, such as APJ Abdul Kalam, would be mourned all over the world, being fondly remembered by many who wouldn’t bat at an eye at the passing of other politicians.
30 July 2015, 10:57 AM

Are crows the ultimate animal problem solvers?

Here is another crow, who overcomes a series of obstacles to claim his prize. Catch the crow while he’s solving the brain teaser and be amazed!
29 July 2015, 10:13 AM

Seminar on skin cancer held at RU

A seminar on Melanoma, a type of skin cancer that generally occurs due to the impact of Tumor and Arsenic, was held at Rajshahi
28 July 2015, 18:00 PM

433 hot air balloons light up sky, break record (video)

The Lorraine Mondial Air Ballons festival on Sunday broke the world record for the most simultaneous hot air balloon flights.
28 July 2015, 06:33 AM

Spelling Bee: Rajshahi divisional round starts today

With the divisional round of Spelling Bee beginning today in Rajshahi, a truck highlighting The Daily Star's achievements and projects also embarked on a two week journey marking the occasion.
27 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Optical illusion museum wows China

A museum in Zhengzhou, China gives visitors the opportunity to interact with the optical illusions it has on display.
26 July 2015, 06:59 AM

Superintendent suspended for ticket scalping

Superintendent of Rajshahi Railway Station was suspended on Friday for his alleged involvement in ticket scalping.
25 July 2015, 18:00 PM

Bank’s error makes Indian woman super rich for a day

Urmila Yadav becomes one of the richest women on earth when an amount of Rs 95,71,16,98,647 was credited to her State Bank of India (SBI) account by the bank to get in touch with her.
25 July 2015, 14:52 PM