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Eroding edges, emerging lands: Mapping the Meghna Estuary
In the dance of land and sea, erosion carves away the edges, leaving behind a story of loss. What erosion takes may return through accretion, whispering hope, though always in
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Malnutrition having ‘harrowing’ impact on Afghan women: WFP
A worsening malnutrition crisis is having dire effects on women and girls in Afghanistan who are failed by the international community..
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Fraudsters flee Cambodia’s ‘scam city’ after accused boss taken down
Hundreds of people dragged away suitcases, computer monitors, pets and furniture as they fled a suspected Cambodian cyberfraud centre..
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The Critical-Minerals Race Is Putting the Planet at Risk
The environmental and human toll of mineral extraction is becoming clearer - and more alarming - by the day. Roughly 60% of Ghana’s waterways are now heavily polluted due to
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Yes, of course
With four weeks to go till the day Bangladeshis head back to the polling booths, with a very large chunk doing it for the very first time, including even 30-
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Ten killed in Ugandan elections Museveni set to extend 40-year rule
At least 10 people died in violence-marred elections in Uganda, the opposition said Friday..
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Over 250 flee slum blaze near Seoul’s glitzy Gangnam
Over 250 people have been evacuated after a fire tore through an impoverished town near the famous Gangnam district in southern Seoul on Friday, authorities said.
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Bangladesh
Government employees observe symbolic hunger strike in Thakurgaon
Government employees observed a symbolic hunger strike in Thakurgaon on Friday to presshome their various demands, including implementation of discrimination-free 9th payscale—based on a 1:4 ratio and 12-grade structure.The demands
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Krishak League leader resigns in Gopalganj
A Krishak League leader in Tungipara upazila of Gopalganj has announced his resignation,stating that he does not even know who included his name in the union committee.He made the announcement
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Hadi’s brother appointed second secretary at Bangladesh mission in UK
Contractual appointment will be effective for three years
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Tarique Rahman holds virtual meeting with US trade delegate
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairman Tarique Rahman held a virtual meeting with US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer, discussing bilateral trade issues between Bangladesh and the United States (US) on
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Several routes closed for lack of navigability in Jamuna River
Several routes in Sariakandi upazila of Bogra have been closed due to navigability crisis in theJamuna River. Boats are getting stuck on submerged sholas, while vessel movement on themain route
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National Helpline 333 to provide election, referendum info ahead of polls
The interim government is set to provide election- and referendum-related information through the national helpline 333 ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the 2026 referendum. Once launched, citizens
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International
US visa suspensions: What you need to know
Visa applications for permanent US residency from 75 countries across the globe are set to be suspended on January 21, following an announcement by the Donald Trump administration on Wednesday.
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Iran protests abate after deadly crackdown, residents and rights group say
US allies, including Saudi Arabia and Qatar, conducted intense diplomacy with Washington this week to prevent a US strike
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As Trump turns screws, how long can Europe play nice?
One head-spinning year down, three more to go. Buffeted by a US superpower turned hostile under Donald Trump, Europe is struggling to set red lines as its once-close ally attacks
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The Economic Roots of Iran’s Protests
The protests that erupted in Tehran on December 28 and quickly spread across Iran were triggered by a specific grievance: the collapse of the country’s currency, the rial. Currency devaluation
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Venezuela’s Machado says she presented Trump with Nobel medal
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado said Thursday she “presented” her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, in a bid to win over the US president who had sidelined
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All options are on the table in emergency UN meeting, US warns Iran
After weeks of escalating tension, US and Iranian officials faced each other Thursday at the UN Security Council, where America's envoy renewed threats against the Islamic Republic despite President Donald
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Technology
Xiaomi launches Redmi Note 15 Series in Bangladesh
Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Note 15 Series in Bangladesh with three new smartphones.
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Iran is out of internet for over 180 hours
Iran has experienced a nationwide internet shutdown lasting more than 180 hours, according to NetBlocks, an organisation that monitors global internet connectivity.
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Sport
CWAB president Mithun says he receives death threats
The crisis in Bangladesh cricket has taken a serious turn as Mohammad Mithun, President of the Cricketers' Welfare Association of Bangladesh (CWAB), said he is receiving severe threats involving physical
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Mahedi’s all-round brilliance, Shoriful’s fifer power Chattogram back to BPL summit
After a brief stumble, Chattogram Royals reasserted their authority at the top of the Bangladesh Premier League standings with a five-wicket victory over Noakhali Express at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket
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ICC delegate to arrive on Saturday for talks with BCB
A delegate from the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to arrive in Dhaka on Saturday for a meeting with the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), a board official confirmed.
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Tigresses finish T20 WC Qualifier warm-ups on high with win over Thailand
Bangladesh wrapped up their preparations for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers on a positive note, registering a 34-run victory over Thailand in their second warm-up match at
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Man City close to Guehi signing: Palace boss Glasner
Manchester City are in the "final stages" of completing a deal for England defender Marc Guehi, Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner said on Friday.
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Challenging times for Pakistan’s heavyweights in Big Bash
This season of the Big Bash League has been a sobering exercise for three of Pakistan’s marquee cricketers. Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi arrived in Australia armed
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আলোচিত
ক্ষমতায় আসলে ইসরাইলকে স্বীকৃতি দেবেন রেজা পাহলভি
ইরানে শাসনব্যবস্থার পতন এবং একটি নতুন উত্থানের পর দেশটি অবিলম্বে ইসরাইলকে স্বীকৃতি দেবে এবং যুক্তরাষ্ট্রের সঙ্গে সম্পর্ক স্বাভাবিক করবে। ইরানের নির্বাসিত যুবরা
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Politics
IAB quits Jamaat alliance, to join polls alone
Islami Andolan Bangladesh on Friday announced that it would contest the February Jatiya Sangsad elections alone, formally opting out of the 11-party electoral alliance led by the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, citing
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New political platform NPA launched
A new political platform ‘Network for Peoples’ Action’ was launched on Friday at Central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka city, vowing for establishing a society free from discrimination and establishing people’s
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Amal Sen’s death anniv today
The 23rd death anniversary of Tebhaga Movement leader and Workers Party of Bangladesh founding president Amal Sen will be observed today.
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Left-aligned platform NPA launched at Central Shaheed Minar
Organisers announce preliminary committee
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BNP demands seat-wise postal ballots
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Thursday demanded constituency-specific postal ballots featuring candidate names and symbols, accusing the Election Commission of running a flawed and biased system that was disadvantaging the
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Jamaat-IAB rift yet to be healed
The rift between the Jamaat-e-Islami Bangladesh and the Islami Andolan Bangladesh over seat sharing in the next general election, scheduled for February 12, is yet to be resolved as the
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Business
Brazil’s Lula won’t attend EU-Mercosur deal signing
Brazil’s president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will not attend the signing of a major trade deal between the EU and the Mercosur bloc on Saturday in Paraguay, a source
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Egg prices ease slightly as meat market remains stable ahead of Ramadan
As Ramadan approaches, market prices in Bangladesh typically come under pressure, with the cost of most essentials rising sharply. This year, however, consumers are seeing some relief in egg prices,
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Canada, China slash EV, canola tariffs in reset of ties
"For Canada to build its own competitive EV sector, we will need to learn from innovative partners," Carney says
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Editorial
Literacy, numeracy for referendums, elections
AS BANGLADESH prepares for both a national referendum and a parliamentary election in February 2026, the public conversation has largely revolved around electoral timelines, political alliances, and procedural logistics. These
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New commission should break old weaknesses
THE Dhaka declaration that the South Asian regional conference on the state of higher education and future pathways adopted at the conclusion of the three-day event on January 15 pledges
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When crime becomes an economic risk
Time to restore stability as a fundamental economic imperative
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A time to read, a time to remember: “Kherokhata” by Tahmina Saleh
Once in a while, there will come a book which will not knock on the door but just walk by a reader who will hear the footsteps and read it
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A Nation in Search of Bangla
Here I am in Dhaka, almost exactly a year after my last visit. End-January 2025 was not very cold; early-January 2026 has grown colder and older. Even as an elderly
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Entertainment
Bengal Boi presents ‘Poush Mela’: A celebration of Bengali heritage and the harvest season
The fair features a carefully arranged selection of stalls showcasing handcrafted goods, traditional showpieces, and local delicacies, creating a welcoming space where artisans and visitors can engage in a meaningful
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First look reveals Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in ‘Tomb Raider’
Prime Video has unveiled the first look of Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in its upcoming “Tomb Raider” adaptation, sparking lively reactions online—ranging from praise for her classic styling to
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DIFF Day 7: Ahmed Hasan Sunny's 'Ekhane Rajnoitik Alap Joruri' to screen today
The Dhaka International Film Festival has been underway since January 10 at several venues in the capital as well as at Laboni Beach Point on Cox’s Bazar sea beach. The
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AR Rahman opens up about reduced work opportunities in Hindi films
The legendary composer revealed that while he never faced discrimination during his early Bollywood career in the 1990s, recent years have presented different challenges.
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