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Dhaka’s Heatwave: Between Lilies and Migraines
Like the song “Summer Nights” from the ’80s blockbuster “Grease”, I keep humming my own parody these days: Summer lovin’, had me a headache.
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Two shot dead in Ctg’s Raozan in two days
Unidentified gunmen kill man a day after BNP activist’s murder
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Gunman sought to kill Trump, cabinet at gala dinner
Investigators on Sunday said the gunman who tried to storm a gala dinner attended by Donald Trump planned to assassinate the US president and multiple top officials, as scrutiny grew
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British king, queen begin four-day United States visit despite shooting
Britain’s King Charles III begins a state visit to the United States on Monday, as transatlantic tensions simmer over the Iran war, and despite a shooting two days earlier at
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Why the Iran-Israel-US war will not stop with ceasefires
After US President Trump abruptly announced an extension of the ceasefire between Iran and the US, indirect negotiations through Pakistan seemed to be on the table.
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Bullet Bairagi’s last rites performed in Tungipara
On Saturday morning, the body of Bullet, 35, of Gopalganj’s Tungipara, was recovered beside the Dhaka-Chattogram highway
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Bangladesh
Safety risks at Gazipur BRT station raise concern
At Chandana Chowrasta in Gazipur, one of the country’s busiest intersections, a newly built Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station is raising serious safety concerns due to the absence of lifts
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Govt cautions Rani Yan Yan against spreading disinformation
Rights activist responds rejecting allegations, demands clarification, withdrawal of letter
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Customs officer Bullet Bairagi murdered; multiple suspects involved, says RAB
The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has said that customs officer Bullet Bairagi, 35, was murdered while returning home to Cumilla from Chattogram. Suspects involved in the killing have been arrested
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Revised plan prioritises pedestrians, cyclists and sustainable transport
The Dhaka Transport Coordination Authority (DTCA) has moved to incorporate the BNP government's election manifesto on Dhaka's transport system into its Strategic Transport Plan (STP), although the latest revision of
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SCBA bars pro-AL lawyers from contesting May 13-14 election
Decision was taken at EGM, to be sent to SCBA election commission
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BNP considering campaigns to counter opposition
Anticipating protests from opposition parties over the ongoing fuel crisis across the country, ruling BNP leaders are considering launching counter political campaigns while urging the administration to step up vigilance
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International
Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to meet with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday, Russian state media reported
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Dhaka expects safe passage for Bangladeshi vessels through Strait of Hormuz
State minister for foreign affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Sunday said that Bangladesh expected its vessels, including MV Banglar Joyjatra, to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz.
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World leaders react to Washington gala shooting
World leaders expressed shock after a shooter charged a glitzy media gala in Washington
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Technology
LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky steps down after six years
Ryan Roslansky has stepped down as chief executive of LinkedIn after six years leading the world's largest professional networking platform, with chief operating officer Dan Shapero assuming the role immediately.
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Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the article for more details.
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Google to invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, will invest up to $40 billion in Anthropic, the AI startup said last week, deepening a partnership between two players that compete in the
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Sport
Rinku stars in Super Over thriller as Kolkata edge Lucknow
"Really happy with the victory," said Kolkata skipper Ajinkya Rahane. "The way we played after the 16 overs, Rinku's innings was amazing. That last over and getting the momentum to
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‘Let them play’: Litton sets tone for T20 return
Bangladesh return to T20I cricket today after around a five-month gap, with skipper Litton Das keen to strike a balance between rediscovering rhythm and laying the groundwork for sterner tests
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‘It’s ugly, hard to explain’: Goalkeepers see red after wild brawl
"It's ugly; this was supposed to be a celebration of Aragonese football. I'd like people to talk about the match, even though it was ugly, with little play but a
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Bangladesh vs New Zealand T20I series: Key Stats
The match will start at 2pm, with T Sports telecasting it live.
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Tamim reiterates BCB election bid, says ego and anger must be set aside
The long interview highlighted a major shift from being Bangladesh captain to BCB president, where the focus moves from on-field performance to overall cricket development, administration, and long-term planning.
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আলোচিত
উলটো সেই শিক্ষক বরখাস্ত, বিএনপি কর্মী পলাতক
রাজশাহীর দাওকান্দি সরকারি কলেজের নারী প্রদর্শক আলেয়া খাতুন হীরাকে সাময়িক বরখাস্ত করা হয়েছে। অধ্যক্ষের কার্যালয়ে বিএনপির কর্মী শাহাদত আলীকে চড় মারার অপরাধে তাকে সাময়িক বরখাস্ত
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Politics
Prime minister Tarique Rahman leaves Dhaka for Jashore
Prime minister Tarique Rahman left Dhaka for Jashore by air on Monday morning on his first official visit to the district since assuming office...
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2nd meeting of library committee of 13th JS held
The second meeting of the library committee of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad was held at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban on Sunday with the committee..
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Ex-DGFI official Manjil on fresh remand over banned BCL procession
A Dhaka court on Sunday placed former Directorate General of Forces Intelligence official retired major..
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Sher-e-Bangla AK Fazlul Huq’s death anniv today
The 64th anniversary of death of Sher-e-Bangla Abul Kashem Fazlul Huq will be observed in the country today.
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JCD seeks action against spreading rumours online
Leaders of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal Dhaka University unit on Sunday submitted an application to vice-chancellor professor ABM Obaidul Islam, seeking punitive action within 48 hours against those allegedly spreading
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Expelled BNP leader Ishak made NCP Dhaka South convener
SM Shahriar appointed member secretary of Dhaka metropolitan south
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Opposition leader, state minister lock horns over July martyr numbers
Razib Ahsan cites conflicting figures: 844 in gazette, 1,400 in health ministry and UN reports
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Business
India plugs oil gap as Middle East supplies sink
India has ramped up purchases of Russian oil and revived alternate supplies from Africa, Iran and Venezuela to blunt a sharp crude shortfall from the crisis-ridden Middle East, analysts say.
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ADP spending hits multi-year low amid political transition
The government’s development expenditure has fallen to its lowest level in at least five years in the first nine months of the current fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26).
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Deep tax reforms could double revenue earnings
Bangladesh could nearly double its tax revenue without raising rates if it undertakes deep reforms in tax administration, improves compliance, and reduces systemic leakages, experts said on Sunday. They argued
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Editorial
The urgent need for AI literacy in Bangladesh’s schools
On a rainy autumn evening, a seemingly ordinary moment revealed an increasingly common reality. A younger student, still in the early years of secondary school, was seen using artificial intelligence
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The moral calculus of footpath evictions in Dhaka
The footpaths of Dhaka have again become a political flashpoint of late.
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Interview The Netherlands, Bangladesh to deepen political-level collaboration
Bangladesh and the Netherlands have a strong friendship spanning over more than 50 years. As the Netherlands celebrates King's Day on 27 April, the Netherlands Ambassador to Bangladesh, Joris Van
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How long will the National Public Library stay closed to the public?
It is unacceptable that the Sufia Kamal National Public Library in Dhaka’s Shahbagh has been inaccessible to the public for nearly four years.
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Will we learn any lesson from the measles deaths?
Every report of a child dying from the ongoing measles outbreak has left us not only saddened, but ashamed.
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Entertainment
Two Bangladeshi films to be screened at Delhi Int’l Film Festival
Two films produced by Impress Telefilm are set to be screened at the upcoming Delhi International Film Festival in India’s capital. The films are “Manusher Bagan”, directed by Nurul Alam
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A R Rahman debuts at London's Royal Albert Hall with ‘Rangreza’
The Oscar-winning composer collaborated with UK-based artistes Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa to create “Rangreza”, a composition blending Eastern and Western classical forms. The piece premiered during a four-concert series
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‘Michael’ sets opening weekend record beats ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’
This surpasses the previous benchmark set by “Bohemian Rhapsody” (2018), the Queen biopic, which opened to $122 million globally and went on to gross $910 million.
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From The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus to The Jonas Brothers: Nadeem collabs internationally
Nadeem A Salam still remembers the first time he stood on stage with The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus—not as a manager, but as a performer. He had already spent years behind
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Health
Nutrition must be placed at the centre of health systems to tackle diseases
Experts at a roundtable discussion have called for placing nutrition at the core of health, climate, and development agenda of Bangladesh and for adopting multi-sectoral approach to address malnutrition. They
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On mental health rights protection in Bangladesh
The statistics on mental health situation is alarmingly critical in Bangladesh. According to the WHO’s Special Initiative Country Report, 18.7% of adults and 12.6% of children in the country are
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Life style
Transform basic braids into stunning looks with Parandis
Enhance traditional Bengali beauty by accessorizing dark tresses with ornate parandi. Elevate braids using colorful tassels and zari from Gawsia Market to match Jamdani outfits. This festive styling tradition celebrates
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