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Are we forgetting how to read because of phones?
Explore how reading habits are changing in Bangladesh, from e-books on phones to the enduring charm of physical books. What's the impact on depth and connection?
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Nawabganj: Where heritage meets harmony
A crumbling mansion rises unexpectedly along the main road of Kolakopa Union in Nawabganj, Dhaka, its grand pillars still holding their ground against time.
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Govt plans to introduce honorariums for religious leaders ahead of Eid
Payments for imams, muezzins, khatibs and other religious figures will begin on a pilot basis
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President, PM pay homage to language martyrs at Shaheed Minar
The heads of state and government, separately, stood in solemn silence to honour the sacrifices of the martyrs who laid down their lives for the recognition of Bangla as a
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The last speaker of Saura
When this correspondent visited Saura Palli in Rajghat Union on Monday, the frail elder whispered only a few words in his native tongue: “If I die, the language will die.
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Bangladesh
Hundreds of women march in Barishal
This year marks the 73rd anniversary of the 1952 Language Movement. Drawing on research based on various published books, this 21-part series tells the story of the historic struggle for
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Uttara Bou Bazar: Not a market for brides, but a hub of belonging
From fresh village produce to evening food crowds, Diabari’s hat thrives
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Floral tribute at the Shaheed Minar
People from all walks of life are paying tribute to the Language Movement martyrs at the Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka. Walking barefoot in neat lines and carrying flowers, they
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Corruption and religious extremism are contrary to spirit of Ekushey: Iftekharuzzaman
Iftekharuzzaman made these remarks to journalists this morning, Saturday, after paying tribute to the Language Martyrs at the Central Shaheed Minar
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Indian assistant HC: Bangladesh-India relationship 'sincere and genuine'
Indian Assistant High Commissioner in Rajshahi, Manoj Kumar on Saturday said the ties between Bangladesh and India are sincere and genuine. He made the remarks while paying homage to the
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Five killed in Kushtia road crash
Four victims identified; one remains unnamed after lorry–auto-rickshaw collision
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Education system must align with job market: Milon
On language, Milon said Bangla, as the mother tongue and first language, retains its dignity
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International
Trump lashes out at Supreme Court over tariff ruling, targets his own appointees
President Donald Trump reacted angrily on Friday after the Supreme Court struck down his signature global tariffs, a move that included dissent from two of the three justices he appointed.
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Brazil, India eye critical minerals deal as leaders meet
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva were holding talks in New Delhi on Saturday, seeking to boost cooperation on critical minerals and rare
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Venezuela grants amnesty to 379 political prisoners
Venezuelan authorities have granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners, a lawmaker said Friday, after a new law was enacted by interim authorities following the US toppling of former leader Nicolas
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How mercury from coal plants can cost lives
A potent neurotoxin capable of causing lifelong damage to the lungs, brain, skin and other organs, mercury is strictly regulated worldwide. Children, in particular, can suffer severe developmental impairment when
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UK govt considers removing ex-prince Andrew from line of succession
The British government on Friday mulled passing a law to remove former Prince Andrew from the line of succession, as police stepped up investigations into his conduct, quizzing the disgraced
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Technology
Global summit calls for secure, trustworthy, robust AI
‘Advancing secure, trustworthy and robust AI is foundational to building trust and maximising societal and economic benefits,’ said the declaration signed by 86 countries and two international organisations...
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Sport
Arteta dismisses ‘bottlers’ talk amid title wobble
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta rejected the term 'bottlers' ahead of Sunday's Premier League visit to Tottenham Hotspur, as the title race heats up after their lead was cut short by
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Mustafizur headlines list of 23 Bangladeshis in The Hundred Auction
A total of 23 Bangladesh cricketers have registered for The Hundred Auction 2026 set to take place at the Piccadilly Lights in central London on March 11 and 12.
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Olympic chief 'unaware' of FIFA president's presence at Board of Peace meeting
Olympic chief Kirsty Coventry said on Friday she was unaware that FIFA president Gianni Infantino had attended the first meeting of the Board of Peace alongside US President Donald Trump
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Zimbabwe surprise as Super Eights begin without Australia
Pakistan and New Zealand will clash in Colombo on Saturday as the second "Super Eights" phase of the T20 World Cup kicks off without former champions Australia, who shockingly failed
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Floyd Mayweather to come out of retirement
Floyd Mayweather is coming out of retirement and will return to professional boxing after his exhibition fight with Mike Tyson this spring, the 48-year-old announced Friday.
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T20 WC Super Eights begin as Pakistan face New Zealand
New Zealand and Pakistan kick off the T20 World Cup Super Eight stage today at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, with Pakistan holding a historical edge over their opponents
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Oman skipper Jatinder finds pride despite winless T20 World Cup campaign
Oman's Twenty20 World Cup campaign may not have gone their way after a nine-wicket defeat by Australia left them winless in the tournament but skipper Jatinder Singh struck a philosophical
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দিল্লিতে ভারতীয়দের ভিসা দেওয়া শুরু করল বাংলাদেশ
দিল্লিতে বাংলাদেশ হাইকমিশন থেকে ভারতীয় নাগরিকদের জন্য সব ধরনের ভিসা সেবা পুনরায় চালু করেছে বাংলাদেশ। শুক্রবার (২০ ফেব্রুয়ারি) এ সিদ্ধান্ত কার্যকর হয়।
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Business
Bangladesh to review US trade deal after Supreme Court ruling
Following the court’s decision, the US President announced a 10 percent additional tariff on all countries
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Brazil, India ink critical minerals deal as leaders meet
India seeks to cut its dependence on top exporter China
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Trump’s reciprocal tariffs are illegal, Bangladesh must seek alternatives
On 2 April 2025, President of the United States (US) Donald Trump imposed retaliatory tariffs at varying rates on products from 157 countries. Analysts believe this move adds further uncertainty
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Editorial
New BNP govt's climate challenges
Bangladesh is one of the 10 most climate vulnerable nations in the world. And the prime mover of the climate vulnerability is human action. In fact, human-induced climate change is
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Festivals and unfair trading practice
The onset of Ramadan has triggered a wave of consumer-friendly market initiatives across many Muslim-majority countries, where governments and businesses alike seek to ease the financial burden on households during
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Not Forgetting the Victims: Club Epstein and crimes against humanity
With a sex trafficking, flesh-peddling empire of favours, logistics and the good times to be had by the powerful, the gigantic scale of Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal network continues to disturb.
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Reconciling hundi realities with LDC graduation goals
At 2am in a remote village in northern Bangladesh, a mother waits for a phone call from a hundi broker.
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Entertainment
Kaouther Ben Hania declines Berlin award over Gaza stance
Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania refused to accept an honour at a Berlin awards ceremony this week, citing objections after an Israeli general was recognised at the same event.
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Johnny Depp lent Eric Dane his LA home for free during ALS battle
Depp and Dane had developed a close friendship years earlier through shared connections, which led the “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor to open his home to Dane during his final
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Chanchal Chowdhury opens up about turning down Dev’s ‘Khadaan’
Bangladeshi actor Chanchal Chowdhury has revealed that he was initially approached to act in Dev-starrer “Khadaan”, but had to step away from the project because of scheduling complications.
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DU stages street play to honour language martyrs
The production was performed today (Saturday) at 11 am at the base of the Raju Sculpture by Dhaka University Natya Sangsad. The play was written and directed by second-year DU
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Health
Study finds why chronic pain lasts longer in women
Study reveals that women actually do experience exacerbated chronic pain compared to men and it has a real biological mechanism that is behind it…
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