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CA visits graffiti drawn by young revolutionaries at DU

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus visited Dhaka University campus here to see the graffiti drawn by young revolutionaries during the student-led mass uprising in July and August.

Govt takes first step to join China-led trade bloc

The commerce ministry on Monday sent a letter of consent to the foreign ministry, requesting Bangladesh's entry into the China-led Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), the world's largest trade pact.

 

How dredged sand is shaping eco-friendly, affordable construction

The Housing and Building Research Institute (HBRI) under the Ministry of Housing and Public Works has introduced an innovative project, aiming to reduce the negative environmental impact of traditional brick manufacturing while providing a cost-effective alternative using sand-cement blocks made from dredged sand.

UNRWA chief warns of 'real risk' of Gaza famine

The head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees warned Wednesday of the risk of famine in Gaza, a day after the United States said Israel had been warned to improve aid deliveries to the territory.
Arrest warrant issued against Hasina

Arrest warrant issued against Hasina
US says no excuse for violence in Bangladesh

US says no excuse for violence in Bangladesh
Vice-presidential candidate JD Vance speaks in Tucson, Arizona, on October 9 [Go Nakamura/Reuters]

JD Vance says Donald Trump did not lose the 2020 election
India's Virat Kohli walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal for 0 during the second day of the first Test match against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, October 17, 2024 [Idrees Mohammed/AFP]

India all out for 46 in first cricket Test match against New Zealand
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Italy makes it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad

Authorities ban two Bangladeshi films amid 'cut-piece' clip crackdown
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New cervical cancer treatment cuts risk of death from disease, according to trial results
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AI, cloud funding in US, Europe and Israel to hit $79 bln in 2024, Accel says

Editorial

How Afghanistan rattled Asia and emboldened China

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Authorities ban two Bangladeshi films amid 'cut-piece' clip crackdown

The resurgence of "cut-piece" (short clips with explicit content meshed into Bangladeshi films) clips in Bangladeshi cinema, once a hallmark of its "dark age," has prompted a crackdown by authorities, not too long ago. These explicit and provocative scenes tied into mainstream films alienated audiences, tarnishing the industry's reputation, especially in the post-2000 era. 

‘36-24-36’ coming to theatres, sent to censor board

Former One Direction member Liam Payne found dead in Buenos Aires

‘Do Patti’ trailer: Kajol and Kriti Sanon reunite in twisty Netflix thriller

Taylor Swift announces new career move thrilling fans

From acting to directing: Kushum Shikder reflects on new journey

National

Arrest warrant issued against Hasina

US says no excuse for violence in Bangladesh

How dredged sand is shaping eco-friendly, affordable construction

FS highlights govt's priority of recovering stolen assets, seeks UN’s support to combat illicit financial flows

Dhaka expresses deep concern over fresh influx of 40,000 Rohingyas

CA visits graffiti drawn by young revolutionaries at DU

Politics

Zelensky plan will be 'on table' at NATO talks this week: Rutte

International

UK charities launch 'urgent' appeal for Middle East aid

Leading UK charities on Thursday launched an urgent appeal for funds to meet what they called "huge levels of need" in Gaza, Lebanon and the occupied West Bank.

UN report says 1.1 billion people in acute poverty

Israel pounds Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon, killing mayor

Israel carried out dozens of strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon on Wednesday, killing a city mayor, toppling buildings and causing widespread destruction in several southern areas.

UNRWA chief warns of 'real risk' of Gaza famine

The head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees warned Wednesday of the risk of famine in Gaza, a day after the United States said Israel had been warned to improve aid deliveries to the territory.

Syria state media says Israeli air strike hits Latakia

Syrian state media said Thursday an Israeli air strike sparked fires in the coastal city of Latakia.

Sports

India's Virat Kohli walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal for 0 during the second day of the first Test match against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, October 17, 2024 [Idrees Mohammed/AFP]

India all out for 46 in first cricket Test match against New Zealand

Alcaraz will face 'difficult' clash with 'idol' Nadal

Tuchel targets World Cup glory as England manager

Shakib's homecoming on hold, Test farewell in Jeopardy
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Pogba ready to return after doping ban reduction

Root could break 16,000-run barrier, says England great Cook

Simmons to arrive in Dhaka today to take charge of Tigers

Economics

ECB set to cut rates again as inflation cools

Science & Technology

Figurines with computers and smartphones are seen in front of the words "Artificial Intelligence AI" in this illustration taken, February 19, 2024. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

AI, cloud funding in US, Europe and Israel to hit $79 bln in 2024, Accel says

Elections

Vice-presidential candidate JD Vance speaks in Tucson, Arizona, on October 9 [Go Nakamura/Reuters]

JD Vance says Donald Trump did not lose the 2020 election

Lifestyle

Battling dengue: Simple steps to stay safe during the outbreak

The recent outbreak of dengue fever is quite alarming. According to the UNICEF website, young children, pregnant women, and the elderly with other health conditions (like kidney disease and diabetes) are at risk. So naturally, preventing dengue in the first place is the better option.

 

Durga puja delights: Leafy greens that are actually delicious

Govt committed to identify, solve children's issues for their healthy growth: Yunus

Scrolling away your life? Maybe it's time to reclaim a little control

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Parts of a reservoir feeding a Colombia hydropower plant have run dry amid ongoing drought

Can hydropower hold its own against weather extremes?

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