Supercomputer predicts who will win the World Cup
Opta's supercomputer, which had correctly tipped all four semifinalists, now makes France the favourite to win the World Cup, with Argentina rated the least likely of the four.
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Bitter gourd growers dump crop as prices collapse
Bitter gourd growers in Durgapur, Rajshahi, are dumping their crop and cutting down plants after prices fell to as little as Tk 2.5 to Tk 5 a kilogram, far below production costs.
Will Mojtaba Khamenei appear publicly at his father's memorial?
Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, who has stayed out of sight since being wounded early in the war, may make his first public appearance at a memorial for his father, the late Ayatollah…
Not Argentina — another team is getting the most from VAR
Amid debate over whether Argentina is being favored by refereeing at the World Cup, an analysis of VAR decisions shows co-hosts Mexico, not Argentina, have benefited most.
Country has 34 days' fuel reserves
Bangladesh has about 34 days' fuel-oil reserves, but the government fears a fresh closure of the Strait of Hormuz could push up oil and LNG prices and worsen its import and subsidy burden.
Japan toughens stance against foreign espionage
Japan has acknowledged the need for more effective measures against foreign intelligence activity, a day after a New York Times report said Russia had turned the country into a 'den of spies' and a…
9 killed as waste heap collapses at India power plant
At least nine workers were killed when a huge heap of waste collapsed onto an administrative building at a waste-to-energy plant on the outskirts of Pune in India's Maharashtra state.
Government hints at new decision on Ad-Din Hospital
The overall condition of Ad-Din Hospital will be inspected again before the administrative action against it is reconsidered, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain said.
One in four Israelis using drugs
Drug use in Israel has risen sharply since the Gaza war began, with roughly one in four Israelis now using harmful drugs, according to a study reported by Haaretz.
US has not learned from its defeat by Iran: IRGC
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it was continuing to strike US military bases in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan, claiming Washington had failed to learn from its recent defeat.
462 killed in road accidents in June, 750 injured
A total of 462 people were killed and 750 injured in 530 road accidents across the country in June, according to a Bangladesh Road Transport Authority report.
Iran will not abide by memorandum if US breaks its word
Iran will no longer abide by a memorandum of understanding if the United States fails to keep its promises, foreign ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said in Tehran.
Floods affect more than 600,000, death toll rises to 54
Recent floods from heavy rain, hill torrents and landslides in seven districts have killed 54 people and affected more than 600,000, the disaster management and relief ministry said.
Heavy rain thins patient numbers at Dhaka Medical
The number of patients at the emergency department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital fell about 20 percent as continuous rain, waterlogging and traffic jams made travel difficult across the capital.
Nepal in turmoil again over calls for Balendra Shah to resign
Nepal has been rocked by fresh unrest over economic crisis and youth unemployment, with two young men dead after self-immolation attempts and protesters demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
NCP forms media and branding sub-committee
The National Citizen Party has formed a media, publicity and branding sub-committee, naming joint convener Sarwar Tushar as its head.
Must we take Kashmir's statehood demand to Trump?
Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah sharply criticized the BJP-led central government for delaying full statehood, asking sarcastically whether he would have to take the demand to US President Donald Trump.
Chhatra Dal distributes relief in Ramu
Chhatra Dal's central president Rakibul Islam Rakib led a relief distribution among 500 flood-hit families in Ramu upazila of Cox's Bazar.
PM stops motorcade for selfies with students
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stopped his motorcade at the request of schoolchildren on the Dhaka-Barisal highway, taking selfies with them and handing out sports equipment.
6 merchant banks' registration to be cancelled
The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission has begun cancelling the registration of six merchant banks for long failing to maintain the required net capital, and ordered investigations and explanations from several others.
Qatar's late 'Father Emir' built the country into a soft power
The recently deceased former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, played the most important role in turning the small state from a struggle for survival into an influential power, and was…
One more child dies with measles symptoms
One more child died with measles symptoms in Bangladesh in 24 hours and 1,009 were affected, taking the toll since March 15 to 759, the Directorate General of Health Services said.
An 'Argentina banyan tree' rises on a Jamuna char
Argentina supporters in a Jamuna char in Sirajganj's Belkuchi have painted a huge, decades-old banyan tree sky-blue and white in the colors of the Argentine flag, and it has gone viral, drawing daily crowds…
Rohingya repatriation committee formed with PM as chair
The government has formed an 11-member high-level committee, chaired by the prime minister, to work toward the quick and sustainable repatriation of Rohingya sheltering in Bangladesh, a cabinet division notification said.
Gold prices lowered again
The Bangladesh Jewellers' Association has cut gold prices by up to Tk 2,216 a bhori, setting the best-quality 22-carat gold at Tk 221,966 per bhori, effective Monday.
Jubo Dal leader hacked to death in Jashore
A Jubo Dal leader, Rubel Hossain, 38, was hacked to death over prior enmity in Bagharpara upazila of Jashore, and police are conducting drives to arrest the suspect they and locals have named.
'No French players in the France squad,' says Spain's ex-PM
Spain's former prime minister Mariano Rajoy drew accusations of racism in France and Spain after writing that the France squad, though full of world-class players, had 'no French players', ahead of the two sides'…
IMF praises government's financial reform, political responsibility
Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury said the IMF had respected the government's financial reform and political responsibility, and had agreed on the basis and sequencing of a new loan program after talks with…
Namaz halted at 136-year-old Kolkata airport mosque
Airport authorities have, for now, halted prayers at a 136-year-old mosque near Kolkata airport in India's West Bengal, citing aviation-safety rules, in what community leaders say is the first such mosque closure since the…
Haaland's emotional message after Norway's exit
After Norway's World Cup campaign ended in a 2-1 extra-time loss to England, captain Erling Haaland thanked fans in a heartfelt social media message, calling it 'a truly extraordinary journey.'
Why aren't banks with high defaulted loans being closed?
The IMF has questioned how some banks with defaulted-loan rates above 80 percent continue to operate and why they are not being put into liquidation, in talks with Bangladesh Bank officials on a new…
Sadik Kayem posts emotional message after Shibir farewell
Outgoing international affairs secretary and DUCSU vice-president Sadik Kayem posted an emotional message after his formal farewell from Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir, one of nine central secretaries to leave.
Our education system and the examples of Finland and Japan
A curriculum must keep pace with a changing society. Examining how Finland, Singapore, Canada, Japan and New Zealand build joyful, skills-based learning offers lessons for reforming our own classrooms.
Schoolgirl dies of snakebite in Gangni
A 13-year-old schoolgirl has died after being bitten by a venomous snake while asleep at her home in Saharbati village of Gangni upazila in Meherpur, police said.
Health workers' leave cancelled in flood-hit districts: minister
The government has cancelled the leave of health workers in 11 flood-affected districts to ensure field-level care, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain said, with antivenom, saline and medical teams kept…
England will keep Messi 'asleep,' says Joe Cole
Former England midfielder Joe Cole boldly declared that England would neutralize Lionel Messi and reach the World Cup final, though ex-defender Micah Richards warned that beating Argentina would be no easy task.
War pushes oil prices up, Asian shares down
Oil prices jumped and most Asian share indices fell after reports of intensifying Gulf conflict and Iran's claim that it had again closed the Hormuz Strait, with Brent crude rising 4.1 percent to $79.11…
Schoolgirl dies of snakebite in Gangni
A 13-year-old schoolgirl died on Sunday morning while under treatment after being bitten by a venomous snake at her home in Saharbati village of Gangni upazila in Meherpur, police said.
Remittance up 11.6% in first 11 days of new fiscal year
Remittance inflows rose 11.6 percent in the first 11 days of the new fiscal year, with US$191 million arriving between July 9 and 11 alone, Bangladesh Bank said, a trend economists say will help…
Government exiting 'fascist-era' anti-national programs: finance minister
The finance minister said the government was coming out of programs of the 'fascist era' that went against the national interest, as a new visa policy is drawn up and talks continue with an…
8 nurseries evicted in Dhaka drive
The Dhaka South City Corporation fined eight nursery owners Tk 8,000 and cleared illegal shops and structures from a Ward 19 area in a mobile-court eviction drive to free up open space and footpaths.
Teletalk launches 'Professional Package'
Teletalk Bangladesh has launched a 'Professional Package' offering discounted call rates and data bundles for working professionals such as teachers, doctors, engineers, lawyers and journalists.
Imam dies while giving the call to prayer
An imam, Md. Aminul Islam, 48, collapsed and died of a heart attack while giving the Esha call to prayer at a mosque in Buruchang, Cumilla, casting a shadow of grief over the area.
Europe weighs a 'navigation fee' for the Hormuz Strait
European countries are considering a proposal for a voluntary 'navigation fee' for shipping in the Hormuz Strait, as Iran, the United States, Europe and Oman differ over whether any toll should be mandatory and…
COVID resurfaces in India's Andhra Pradesh; two dead
The Kadapa district of India's Andhra Pradesh has been placed on high alert after a fresh COVID-19 outbreak, with eight cases detected recently and two deaths in recent weeks, NDTV reported.
President calls for turning population into productive human resources
President Md. Sahabuddin called for transforming the country's population into productive human resources through quality education, modern healthcare, skills development, employment and good governance, at a World Population Day event.
Previous IMF loan program was 'against public interest': finance minister
Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury called the previous government's IMF loan program 'entirely against the public interest', saying a new program worth up to $4.5 billion over three years would fully…
Jamaat to change its constitution with 14 amendments
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is bringing about 14 amendments to its constitution, including limits on party spending and a proposed advisory council that could include non-members, party sources said.
BNP to observe day of mourning nationwide on Monday
The BNP has announced a day of mourning across the country on Monday over the death of standing committee member Barrister Jamir Uddin Sarkar, with black flags at party offices and black badges for…
Ibrar Tipu recovering from kidney cancer, wife seeks prayers
The wife of composer and music director Ibrar Tipu, singer Bindu Kona, has said he was diagnosed with kidney cancer about two years ago and is now recovering after major surgery, following concern over…
Typhoon Bavi hits China; 17 dead in the Philippines
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in China's Zhejiang province, prompting the evacuation of more than 1.7 million people, while landslides linked to the storm killed at least 17 in the Philippines and 134 were injured…
Court dismisses case application against Dr. Yunus, 3 others
A Dhaka court has dismissed a case application filed by a father who alleged that his nine-month-old daughter died of measles because of negligence, naming former interim-government chief adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, former health…
Kamalganj farmer finds success with passion-fruit farming
Saleh Ahmed of Kamalganj in Moulvibazar has succeeded in commercially cultivating passion fruit, known locally as 'Anarkali', on the plains, growing it fully organically and expecting to earn more than Tk 100,000 this season.
Bangladesh led South Asia in FDI growth in 2025: UNCTAD
Bangladesh had the highest growth in foreign direct investment among South Asian countries in 2025, with inflows rising about 45 percent to US$1.78 billion, according to UNCTAD's World Investment Report 2026.
11 customs officers jailed in corruption case
A Dhaka court has sent 11 customs officers to jail in a case over Tk 18.5 crore in money laundering and the embezzlement of Tk 3.71 crore in export incentives, cancelling their bail after…
Sheikh Hamad, architect of modern Qatar, dies at 74
The former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who transformed the gas-rich country and is regarded as a chief architect of modern Qatar, has died at the age of 74, the…
Messi surpasses Mbappé for most World Cup knockout goals
Lionel Messi now has the most goal contributions in World Cup knockout matches, surpassing Kylian Mbappé, as Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to reach the last four.
Banks propose new fees on 14 services
The Association of Bankers, Bangladesh has proposed charging fees on 14 currently free services and raising existing charges on many others, which if approved would significantly increase banking costs for depositors, businesses and borrowers.
Senegal sack coach Thiaw after World Cup exit
Senegal have sacked coach Pape Thiaw and his entire coaching staff after their exit in the World Cup round of 32, the Senegalese Football Federation said.
Porimoni claims innocence, questions the state
Actress Porimoni has questioned the state and asserted her innocence after a former RAB intelligence chief said there had been no valid reason for her 2021 arrest in a drug case, which she says…