- German anti-Russia propaganda reaches Nazi-heights — RT
- Applying for a US visa? Visit to Gaza could mean trouble
- Mehazabien birthday, her first since marriage
- BNP begins talks with allies today to decide strategy
- Humanoid robots stride into the future with world's first half-marathon
- Israeli airstrikes kill 25 in Gaza as US ambassador Huckabee Makes 1st visit to Jerusalem
- Second round of Iran-US nuclear talks set to be held in Rome
- Bangladesh smashes Kazakhstan 5-1 in AHF Cup opener
- Bangladesh growing in size
- Bangladesh’s apparel exports climb despite adversity
- Trump warns US may exit Ukraine peace talks without swift breakthrough
- Dhaka suffocates with most polluted air this morning
- IIT-Hyderabad builds world’s highest on-site 3D-printed military bunker at 11,000ft in Leh
- Domestic container ship service to launch between Mongla and Chattogram ports
- Women’s affairs reform commission to submit report to CA on Saturday
- Tamannaah Bhatia to star in ‘No Entry 2’
- Vegetable prices surge post-Eid; fish, chicken hold steady
- Police arrest six AL, banned BCL leaders in city
- SC to resume regular judicial proceedings on Sunday
- Babar backed to be in same league as 'Viv Richards, Garry Sobers'
China and EU discuss trade in response to US' punitive tariffs
China and the European Union have exchanged views on strengthening their economic and trade cooperation in response to US tariffs, the Chinese Commerce Ministry said on Thursday. In a video call on Tuesday, Chinas Commerce Minister Wang Wentao discussed with European trade and economic security...
Fulham stun Liverpool 3-2, snapping 26-game unbeaten league streak
Fulham delivered a major Premier League upset on Sunday, defeating Liverpool 3-2 and halting their 26-game unbeaten run in the competition. The hosts exploded with three goals in a blistering 14-minute spell during the first half, shaking up the title race and reviving their own hopes of European...
Small firms, AI lead Europe’s 2024 patent activity, EPO reports
The European Patent Office (EPO) received 199,264 patent applications in 2024, according to the Patent Index published on Sunday, marking only a 0.1% dip from the previous year and signaling strong innovation resilience amid global economic challenges, according to an EPO statement. Applications...
China hopes Europe will make 'rational choice' as transatlantic alliance shifts
The European Union should safeguard its interests and make the rational choice of turning further towards China given the uncertainty generated by the new administration in the United States, Chinas state-run Global Times said in an editorial. The EUs trade chief, Maros Sefcovic, is due to land...
European nations tighten U.S. travel advisories
Several European countries have updated their travel advisories for the United States this week following the detention of multiple European nationals, including German citizens, upon arrival, reports Xhinhua. Germanys Foreign Office said it is taking the recent incidents involving German...
European nations reassessing troop deployment in Ukraine – FT
European nations supporting Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia are reportedly reconsidering the idea of sending ground troops, according to the Financial Times. This shift follows recent discussions among military planners from 31 countries, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer,...
EU Ambassador meets Fakhrul; discusses election, reforms
European Union (EU) Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller met BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today (March 20)and discussed a range of issues relating to Bangladeshs upcoming elections, reforms and bilateral issues. The hour-long meeting, which began around 11 am, was held at...
EU to impose retaliatory tariffs against Trump's steel and aluminum duties starting April 1
The European Union announced Wednesday (March 12) that it will impose retaliatory tariffs in response to the Trump administrations decision to increase tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to 25%. These countermeasures, targeting industrial and agricultural products, will take effect on April 1....
European rocket successfully completes 1st commercial launch
Europes Ariane 6 rocket marked a historic achievement on Thursday by successfully placing the French military satellite CSO-3 into orbit. This launch represents a major milestone for Europes independent access to space and strengthens its defense capabilities amid shifting global geopolitics....
EU to provide €68m aid for Rohingyas
Visiting EU Commissioner Hadja Lahbib said that the EU will provide 68 million euros this year for the Rohingya response, reports BSS. She said: The European Union is providing 68 million euros this year for the Rohingya response, including host communities in Bangladesh, and for the Myanmar...
European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib in city
European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib is now visiting Bangladesh. She will attend a book launching programme titled Bangladesh, 36 July 2024 in a city park on Monday (March 3) afternoon. The European Commissioner will meet Foreign Affairs Adviser...
After Trump clash, Ukraine's Zelenskiy gets warm UK welcome before European summit
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer greeted President Volodymyr Zelenskiy with a warm embrace on Saturday after the Ukrainian leader flew to London for talks following his clash at the White House with US President Donald Trump. In an extraordinary Oval Office meeting on Friday, Trump threatened...
EU suspends sanctions on key Syria economic sectors
The European Union on Monday eased sanctions on Syrias energy, transport and banking sectors in a bid to help the countrys reconstruction after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Syrias new leaders have been clamouring for the West to ease sanctions imposed on Assads regime during the civil war....
RMG exports to EU grow by 4.86% in 2024
Bangladeshs readymade garment (RMG) exports to the European Union (EU) grew by 4.86% in 2024, reaching US$19.77 billion, up from $18.85 billion in 2023, according to Eurostat data. This steady growth was driven by value-added production, duty-free market access, improved workplace safety, and...
Vance's speech to European audience raises eyebrows with half-truths, culture war complaints
In Munich, US Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech on totalitarianism, but it wasnt directed at Moscow following its brutal invasion of Ukraine. Instead, he targeted Europe, particularly its allies in the European Union. Vance referred to what he called the enemy within, accusing European...
3 Baltic States join European network leaving Soviet grid
Three Baltik countries Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania officially severed their electricity links with Russia on Saturday morning, as officials deactivated the Soviet-era grids transmission lines in preparation for integration with the European energy network on Sunday, reports AP. This marked...
Impartial judiciary needed in Bangladesh: EU
The European Union (EU) has emphasized the need for a strong, impartial, and efficient judiciary in Bangladesh to safeguard fundamental rights and promote transparency. A strong, impartial and efficient judiciary is essential for protecting fundamental rights, ensuring accountability, promoting...
EU assures EC of every assistance, stresses on electoral reforms
European Union (EU) has assured the Election Commission (EC) of all kinds of assistance ahead of the upcoming national parliamentary elections. Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin also told them, The EC has deployed all its resources to ensure fair and acceptable elections. A...
EU backs transparent, inclusive, credible election reforms in Bangladesh
The European Union (EU) has said it looks forward to continuing their collaboration with Bangladesh and exploring new avenues to build partnership, including through a possible Comprehensive Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Bangladesh and the EU. In a recent letter to Chief Adviser...
Multi-faced challenges ahead of RMG
Over the past four decades, the Bangladeshi garment industry has reached a reputable position globally after facing various challenges. Starting in the later 70s, the Made in Bangladesh tag is now well-known across the globe. Today, Bangladesh is the second largest garment exporter in the world....