Away from home

Away from home

When Israeli aggression claims a Bangladeshi life

For over a year now, parents in Palestine have mourned their children, families have grieved over their homes turned to dust, as thousands were killed by Israel's genocide on the Gaza Strip.

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Nasima Begum elected mayor of Lowestoft

Councillor Nasima Begum has been elected as the mayor of Lowestoft for the municipal year 2024-2025

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Attack on Foreigners: Bangladeshi students terrified in Kyrgyzstan

Mobs attacked medical students, including Bangladeshis and Indians, in Kyrgyzstani capital Bishkek on Friday and now they are staying indoors fearing further attacks.

7m ago

Exploited and trapped, man dies in Malaysia

A journey to Malaysia, a dream of a better life. Driven by the hope of securing a job with a decent payday, Md Shofiqul Islam, 33, of Pabna,  went to Malaysia five months ago. Little did he know that this aspiration would spiral into despair and eventual demise.

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9,370 expatriates are currently in foreign prisons: Hasan Mahmud

Foreign Minister Mohammed Hasan Mahmud informed parliament today that a total of 9,370 Bangladeshi expatriates are currently held in prisons across 26 countries

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4 Bangladeshis killed in Qatar fire

The fire broke out in Doha's Feroz Abdul Aziz area on Sunday night (local time) and later spread to a nearby building

1y ago

Bangladesh mission launches new legal service for expats in Bahrain

The Bangladesh embassy in Bahrain, with support from the Wage Earners' Welfare Board, has launched a legal support service for the Bangladeshi expatriates in the Gulf country

1y ago

Mediterranean shipwreck: Families of 4 Faridpur youths worried sick

The families of four Faridpur youths, who, according to a human trafficker, were on the recently capsized boat in the Mediterranean Sea, are worried sick as they are yet to get any news about the youths

1y ago

Nobel laureate Yunus urges athletes to create a world of ‘three zeros’

Economist, civil society leader and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Professor Muhammad Yunus has called upon all athletes to provide leadership in creating a world of “three zeros”.

3y ago

A startling goof-up

Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen yesterday spoke of a goof-up involving the passport department that let down Bangladeshi expatriates in Uzbekistan.

3y ago

Doraiswami to discuss prompt vaccine supply

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Vikram Doraiswami has left for India to discuss quick vaccine supply to Bangladesh.

3y ago

Hello Kishwar Chowdhury

Bangladeshi-Australian Kishwar Chowdhury Nupur clinched the title of second runner up in the most popular reality show in Australia titled ‘MasterChef Australia’.

3y ago

Explore ‘Bengal Tiger’ market!

When Harry Verweij arrived as Dutch ambassador three years ago, he had little idea about Bangladesh’s dynamism and thriving businesses. During his tenure, he discovered the immense potential the country holds. He shared thoughts on the future and challenges while talking to The Daily Star before he leaves Dhaka tomorrow.

3y ago

For Bangladesh, Kishwar has already won

Kishwar Chowdhury, the Aussie home cook of Bangladeshi origin, didn’t win the MasterChef Australia title. She placed third. But for us, Bangladeshis who have been closely following her rise and rise on arguably the most popular reality show on food, Kishwar has already won.

3y ago

Peter Haas to be the US ambassador to Bangladesh

US President Joe Biden nominated Peter D Haas as the new US ambassador to Bangladesh.

3y ago

Interfaith marriage: Bangladeshi community remains ill at ease

As a psychiatrist based in Australia, I write legal reports for those Bangladeshis seeking refugee status.

3y ago

Bangladeshi expatriates join cultural event in Spain’s Barcelona

Bangladeshi expatriates have joined a reunion programme and cultural events in Barcelona, Spain.

3y ago

A day out with Bangladeshi agricultural workers in south Portugal

​​​​​​​Located in southwestern Europe by the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal with its favourable climate and fertile soil has made significant progress in the agricultural sector.

3y ago