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Olympic balloon rises again in Paris
Zambian UN peacekeeper killed in Central African Republic
Benin’s Talon says ECOWAS in need of urgent reform
Politics
Iran’s FM arrives in Istanbul for Arab League meeting: media
Trump lands in Canada for G7 summit
Argentina’s Kirchner says will hand herself in next week
War & Conflict
Zambian UN peacekeeper killed in Central African Republic
Trump says US bombs Iran nuclear sites, joining Israeli campaign
Israel says delayed Iran’s presumed nuclear programme by two years
Weirdo
Man jumped from a moving plane at LAX after attempting to access the jet’s cockpit
‘Spiderman’ with Pope at Vatican
The Saudis allowed women to perform Hajj alone
Op-Ed
Family Planning Commodity Shortages in Bangladesh: Implications for All
My Health, My Right: Context-Bangladesh
Can Good Internet Governance Stop Online Gender Based Violence?
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Book Review
Business
UK probes Amazon over suspected late payments to food suppliers
Japanese auto exports to the United States fell almost a quarter in May
Thai exports rose at their fastest pace for three years in May
Economy
Thai exports rose at their fastest pace for three years in May
British inflation eased less than expected in May
The Swiss National Bank cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to zero percent
Corporate
10 Bangladeshi companies participate in Global Sourcing Expo in Sydney
Five shariah-based banks to be merged soon: BB governor
vivo Celebrates Father’s Day with “Moments with Dad” Photo Campaign
Stock Exchange
Asian stocks fell on Thursday
ACC files case against Shakib Al Hassan, 14 others for share scam
Oil prices jump after Trump’s warning, stocks extend gains
Forex
Forex reserves stands at $26.79b: BB
Bangladesh Bank allows mobile operators to receive roaming bills in Taka
Turkish lira hits historic low against dollar as Istanbul mayor detained
Development
Zambian UN peacekeeper killed in Central African Republic
ADB to give $500m to stabilize, reform banking sector in Bangladesh
World Bank seeks more transparency in debt practices
Environment
Norway launches flagship large-scale carbon capture and storage project
Water level in 28 rivers rises, 88 falls: FFWC
Kenya NGO saves turtles from nets, plastic and rising tides
Disaster
Education
United Arab Emirates to introduce artificial intelligence lessons for schoolchildren of all ages
Dhaka Flow Youth Fest Kicks Off at NSU
Thousands more children deprived of education as crisis in eastern DR Congo escalates
Gender
New generation of Afghan women shift from burqa
Agitations galore at DU demanding capital punishment for rapists
Chief Adviser hopes women to move forward to build developed Bangladesh
Migration
Canary Islands mark 30 years of migrant influx
Thirteen dead after migrant boat sinks off Yemen: UN agency
UN says 2023 was the deadliest year for migrants in a decade
Policy
A new policy framework is necessary for the development of public libraries
Assessment of govt policy changes in budget required for sustainable revenue collection
Remove the policy and social barriers in women’s economic empowerment to achieve SDGs
UN
Zambian UN peacekeeper killed in Central African Republic
UNDP supports digitalising judiciary, underpinning its independence, efficiency
UN scales back global aid plan due to ‘deepest funding cuts ever’
NGO
The Kaiser and Wendy Zaman Fellowship is announced by BRAC
Bangladesh-America Maitree Project grants worth BDT 89 crore awarded to 18 local NGOs
Failed Human Rights Commission: Citizen-Led Reforms Demanded
Culture
Main Doctor in Matthew Perry Overdose Case to Plead Guilty to Ketamine Distribution
ACC files case against Shakib Al Hassan, 14 others for share scam
Yoga Beats Returns This International Yoga Day
Arts
‘Otopor, abar’ by Sheikh Lana
First-ever AI-driven design competition held
Saudi art biennale seeks to modernise Islamic tradition
Celebrity
Main Doctor in Matthew Perry Overdose Case to Plead Guilty to Ketamine Distribution
ACC files case against Shakib Al Hassan, 14 others for share scam
Two more BTS megastars released from South Korea military service
Lifestyle
Grameenphone launches Prime: a digital lifestyle subscription
Sherifah Yunus Olokodana to break stereotypes about Muslim women as she demonstrates cooking on Instagram wearing niqab
Quick tips to reduce energy consumption while doing laundry
Fashion
Miss America, Miss World pageants accused of discrimination
New Zealand to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in make-up
Miss Nicaragua pageant director quits amid treason charges
TV Show
Netflix loses bid to toss ‘Baby Reindeer’ defamation lawsuit
‘Star Trek’ to expand with new comedy series
Sonakshi expresses gratitude to Bhansali for casting her in Heeramandi
Movie
Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value” Earns Grand Prix at Cannes, Praised for Emotional Depth
France’s Deneuve joins 900+ cinema figures on Gaza petition: organiser
Oscars to add new award for stunts
Music
Two more BTS megastars released from South Korea military service
‘Otopor, abar’ by Sheikh Lana
Russia’s revived Soviet music contest to take place in September
Photography
100 years of British royal photography goes on display in London
Pulitzer Prizes honor Gaza war coverage
The debut solo show by artist Monon Muntaka opens today
Literature
Kazi Nazrul Islam officially recognized as national poet
Weeklong divisional book fair begins in Khulna on Nov 26
UK writer Samantha Harvey wins 2024 Booker with space novel
Science
Japanese auto exports to the United States fell almost a quarter in May
Waymo applied for a permit to start testing its self-driving cars in New York City
Malaysia sues Telegram over alleged malicious content
Technology
Malaysia sues Telegram over alleged malicious content
India grants licence to Musk’s Starlink
The US Department of Defense awarded OpenAI a $200 million contract to put generative AI to work for the military
Gadgets
Nintendo sold a record 3.5 million Switch 2 units worldwide in the first four days after the console launched
Apple eases App Store rules under court pressure
Capture the Perfect Shot with AI-powered vivo V40 Lite
Electronics
Samsung offers discount in Side by Side Refrigerator ahead Eid ul Fitre
Samsung TV now available at Singer shops
Reliance Jio to launch a budget laptop priced at $184 with an embedded 4G sim card
Automobile
Japanese auto exports to the United States fell almost a quarter in May
Waymo applied for a permit to start testing its self-driving cars in New York City
Polestar to start delivering its electric vehicles in France this year
Space
SpaceX is set Tuesday for the next test flight of its Starship megarocket
China, Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon
Spanish technology company GMV unveiled a GPS-like navigation system for the moon
Health
13 more Covid-19 cases reported in country
A new treatment nearly halves the risk of disease progression or death from a less common form of breast cancer
Philippine warned of a looming “public health emergency” as HIV infections soared
Disease
13 more Covid-19 cases reported in country
Multiple disease outbreaks heighten public health emergencies for children across Eastern and Southern Africa
France detected its first case of a new mpox virus
Doctor’s Opinion
Do you know about kidney disease?
We neglect primary HIV prevention at our peril
Pharmaceuticals
US state Hawaii accepted a $700 million settlement in its case against Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS) and Sanofi
Roche plans to invest $50 billion in the United States over the next five years
World better positioned against mpox than for Covid: vaccine alliance
Health Article
AI-SAROSH is hosting Workshop on “Artificial Intelligence for Sexual and Reproductive Health for South Asia”
Immunity to COVID-19 in children can last for up to nine months, expert says
Delaying second dose of COVID-19 vaccines may be an effective public health strategy
Sports
Olympic balloon rises again in Paris
Japan’s Iwai wins Mexico crown for first LPGA title
Modric to leave Real Madrid after Club World Cup
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IOC sanctions three boxers for betting during Rio 2016
Former Kenyan sports officials charged with theft, fraud
Olympic champion Puig sets sights on grand slam victory
Cricket
Akbar named captain for Bangladesh Emerging team’ series against South Africa
Bangladesh to visit UAE for two T20Is
Bangladesh Women’s team cricketers made a significant stride in ICC rankings
BPL
IPL
ICC Cricket World Cup 2019
Football
Napoli move step closer to Serie A crown after win at fiery Lecce
Dhaka Flow To Coach the Women’s National Football Team
Billionaire-owned Paris FC win promotion and prepare to take on PSG
FIFA World Cup 2018
Tennis
Sabalenka makes winning start at Madrid Open
Olympic champion Zheng wins in Tokyo for third title of year
Sinner defeats Medvedev to reach first US Open semi-final
Athletics
The end of Olympic escapism for gloomy France
Ethiopian Tamirat Tola wins Olympic men’s marathon
Fiji PM wins international athletics medal, at 75
Baseball
Travel
Virgin Australia to raise A$685 million in an IPO
Vietnam’s Vietjet Air to buy 20 Airbus A330s: airline statement
Air Astra to Re-Launch Dhaka-Sylhet Flights Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha
Destination
Al-Balad: A walk through time in Jeddah’s historic heart
Thailand offers visa-free policy for Sri Lankans: minister
China fully allows visa-free entry of foreign tourist groups via cruise ships
Hotel
Unique Group to open two Indian chain hotels in Dhaka
IHCL announces the opening of Vivanta in Ahmedabad, Gujrat
Hotel Sarina Dhaka introduced city’s most expensive ice cream
Aviation
Virgin Australia to raise A$685 million in an IPO
Vietnam’s Vietjet Air to buy 20 Airbus A330s: airline statement
Air Astra to Re-Launch Dhaka-Sylhet Flights Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha
Adventure
Seminar on ‘Youth Engagement in Adventure and Golf Tourism’ Highlights Role of Youth in Shaping Bangladesh’s Tourism Industry
Nepali teenager hailed as hero after climbing world’s 8,000 m peaks
Everest climber’s remains believed found after 100 years
Food
Australia sees a fall in annual food consumption for the first time
World food prices rise for first time in 7 months: FAO
Global food prices drop 13.7pc in 2023: FAO
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London-bound plane crashes in India with 242 on board
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World better positioned against mpox than for Covid: vaccine alliance
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Sheikh Hasina resigned and left country
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June 23, 2025
September2017
Elgar bats through first day as South Africa dominate
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour Opener Dean Elgar batted through the opening day for an unbeaten century as South Africa piled on the runs against Bangladesh at Senwes Park on Thursday. Elgar made 128 not out, his ninth Test...
Steven Tyler experiencing medical problem, Aerosmith cancels shows
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour Aerosmith lead singer Steven Tyler is dealing with an “unexpected medical issue” that has forced the band to cancel four shows in South America, the group said in a statement on Tuesday. Tyler is...
North Korean pair in battle for Pyeongchang 2018 spot
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour North Korean Figure skating pair Ryom Tae-Ok and Kim Ju-Sik are bidding to become their nation’s first representatives at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea after finishing third on Thursday in the short...
Grameenphone and BRAC to expand Safe Internet awareness among students
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour Focusing on the awareness on “Safe Internet” usage, Grameenphone has announced today in a press conference that the organization is going to expand its campaign of raising awareness on the issue with the partnership...
Hans Eskes visits BRAC programs in Pakistan
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour Managing Director of BRAC International Holding BV, Mr. Hans Eskes visited BRAC’s operations in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore and Karachi from 18 to 24 September 2017. Eskes discussed BRAC’s structure and the role of Stichting...
Facebook, Google, Twitter asked to testify on Russian meddling
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour: Executives from Facebook, Alphabet Inc’s Google and Twitter have been asked to testify to the U.S. Congress in coming weeks as lawmakers probe Russia’s alleged interference in the 2016 U.S. election, committee sources said...
Interpol approves membership for State of Palestine over Israeli objections
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour: Interpol voted on Wednesday to admit the State of Palestine as a member over Israeli objections at the international police organization’s general assembly in Beijing. The decision came despite Israeli efforts to delay a...
Aid groups call for access to Myanmar conflict zone
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour: International aid groups in Myanmar have urged the government to allow free access to Rakhine State, where an army offensive has sent 480,000 people fleeing to Bangladesh but hundreds of thousands remain cut off...
South Korea expects more provocative acts by North Korea in mid-October
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour: South Korea expects more provocative acts by North Korea next month to coincide with the anniversary of the founding of the North Korean communist party and China’s all-important Communist Party Congress. In a meeting...
Hugh Hefner, iconic founder of Playboy, is no more
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News Hour Correspondent
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Sep 28, 2017
News Hour: Hugh Hefner, the iconic founder of Playboy magazine, passed away on Wednesday, at his home the Playboy Mansion, of natural causes. He was 91. Hefner was survived by his wife Crystal, sons Cooper, David...
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