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Russia says US not ready to fully restore work of embassies
Mexico president threatens to sue over SpaceX rocket debris
Forex reserves stands at $27.67b: BB
Politics
Embattled Thai PM reshuffles cabinet as crisis rages
Iran’s FM arrives in Istanbul for Arab League meeting: media
Trump lands in Canada for G7 summit
War & Conflict
Trump whirlwind to test NATO summit unity
UN experts call on Iran, Israel to avoid harm to prison detainees
IAEA seeks access to Iran nuclear sites to ‘account for’ highly enriched uranium stockpiles
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?
Interview
Book Review
Business
Bangladesh’s apparel exports to EU surge to $8.07b
Expatriates send $1.99b in remittances in first 21 days of June
UK probes Amazon over suspected late payments to food suppliers
Economy
Expatriates send $1.99b in remittances in first 21 days of June
Thai exports rose at their fastest pace for three years in May
British inflation eased less than expected in May
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
Expatriates send $1.99b in remittances in first 21 days of June
Forex reserves stands at $26.79b: BB
Bangladesh Bank allows mobile operators to receive roaming bills in Taka
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
Chief Adviser urges Meta to tackle disinformation more effectively
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
Technology
Chief Adviser urges Meta to tackle disinformation more effectively
Malaysia sues Telegram over alleged malicious content
India grants licence to Musk’s Starlink
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
Rio2016
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
Breaking News:
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London-bound plane crashes in India with 242 on board
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Putin welcomes BRICS leaders offering Ukraine mediation
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World better positioned against mpox than for Covid: vaccine alliance
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Sheikh Hasina resigned and left country
Date
June 25, 2025
Culture
Irish singer Sinead O’Connor dies aged 56
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 30, 2023
Irish media reported on Wednesday that Sinead O’Connor, an international pop star who rose to prominence in the 1990s, has passed away at the age of 56. It is with “great sadness that we announce the...
Start of the 5th Bangladesh Film Festival
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 29, 2023
Hasan Mahmud, the minister of information and broadcasting, officially opened the fifth Bangladesh Film Festival on Thursday and stated that the expansion of cultural exchanges between the two nations will boost relations. He said that this...
Emmys to be postponed due to Hollywood strikes
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 28, 2023
The ongoing Hollywood strikes will cause this year’s Emmy Awards to be postponed, US media claimed on Thursday. According to the Los Angeles Times, the Oscars of television could be moved back as far as January...
The debut solo show by artist Monon Muntaka opens today
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 28, 2023
Today, July 28, the Kalakendra Foundation will open the “Texture & Mixture” visual art exhibition, which will include 67 pieces by the artist Monon Muntaka’s photography, video, and audio work. The exhibition, organized by ASM Rezaur...
Galaxy of French stars pay final farewell to Jane Birkin
Mridha Shihab Mahmud
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Jul 25, 2023
The British-born actor and singer Jane Birkin, who passed away earlier this month after captivating France for decades with her elegance and panache, was remembered on Monday by stars of the French film industry. Her daughters...
Selena Gomez celebrates Turning 31 Years with celebrity friends and a “Barbie” Screening
Mridha Shihab Mahmud
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Jul 24, 2023
Selena Gomez is celebrating her birthday in style! The Only Murders in the Building star celebrated her 31st birthday on Saturday with a large party attended by friends, including Paris Hilton and Christina Aguilera, and she...
In a suggestive photo shoot, Megan Fox embraces her dark side
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 24, 2023
Megan Fox isn’t holding back when it comes to exploring her dark side, as evidenced by the several images of her posing nearly nude in the forest. With recent Instagram photographs of her posing in revealing,...
Spanish court opens new tax probe into singer Shakira
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 22, 2023
Shakira, a Colombian music icon, is the subject of a fresh investigation into possible income tax evasion, a Spanish court announced on Thursday. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer, 46, is already scheduled to go on trial...
Following a same-sex kiss by a UK band, Malaysia halts a music performance
Mridha Shihab Mahmud
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Jul 22, 2023
A day after the lead singer of the British pop rock band The 1975 kissed a male bandmate onstage and denounced the nation’s anti-LGBT policies, the Malaysian government on Saturday cancelled a music festival in the...
The solo show ‘Maya’ by Syed Muhammad Zakir opens on July 22 in Dhaka
News Hour Correspondent
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Jul 20, 2023
On July 22, Syed Muhammad Zakir’s solo photography show, Maya, will open at Bengal Shilpalay of Bengal Foundation in Dhanmondi, the capital. ‘Maya’ is Syed Muhammad Zakir’s second solo show. Here, Zakir recreates a city –...
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