BB hires three global firms to recover $17b siphoned money
BB hires three global firms to recover $17b siphoned money

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has hired the worlds three big accounting firms -- EY, Deloitte and KPMG to do an asset quality review of the banks from where $17bn was siphoned off by people close to former prime minister Sheikh Hasina. BB Governor Ahsan H Mansur revealed the information in an interview...

British sci-fi classic ‘Doctor Who’ gears up for bold new adventures
British sci-fi classic ‘Doctor Who’ gears up for bold new adventures

The iconic British sci-fi series Doctor Who is poised for an exhilarating new chapter, blending timeless adventure with fresh, innovative storytelling. Known for captivating generations with its mix of suspense, humor, and heart, the series is stepping into a groundbreaking era under a historic...

"Tulip should seek forgiveness from Bangladesh’s people"
"Tulip should seek forgiveness from Bangladesh’s people"

The interim government has said they remain committed to accountability and justice, and will be working with partners around the world to return the stolen funds to the people of Bangladesh. The theft of billions of dollars in public funds has left Bangladesh with a significant financial...

Apple CEO to donate $1m to Donald Trump's inauguration fund: Report
Apple CEO to donate $1m to Donald Trump's inauguration fund: Report

Apple CEO Tim Cook will donate $1 million from his wealth to US President-elect Donald Trumps inauguration fund ahead of his swearing-in on January 20, reported Axios. Tim Cooks decision to donate follows several high-profile financial donations and other contributions to Donald Trumps inaugural...

Anti-Israel protesters call for "Intifada Revolution" in New York
Anti-Israel protesters call for "Intifada Revolution" in New York

Hundreds of anti-Israel demonstrators gathered at New York Citys Times Square on New Years Day on Wednesday, calling for an intifada revolution, New York Times reported. Protesters waved Palestinian flags and carried placards that said Zionism is cancer, No war on Iran, and End all US aid to...

“It Ends With Us” director Justin Baldoni files libel lawsuit against New York Times
“It Ends With Us” director Justin Baldoni files libel lawsuit against New York Times

Justin Baldoni, director of the film It Ends With Us has filed a $250 million libel lawsuit against The New York Times in Los Angeles Superior Court. The suit challenges a report alleging Baldoni sexually harassed actress Blake Lively and attempted to tarnish her reputation,reports UNB. The...

Times Square ball drop: The sparkling tradition that marks the arrival of 2025
Times Square ball drop: The sparkling tradition that marks the arrival of 2025

The world-famous Times Square ball drop is almost here to welcome the New Year of 2025. Every year, over a million people gather in Times Square to witness the iconic event, while billions watch from the comfort of their homes. At 11:59 p.m., the glittering crystal ball begins its 60-second...

Timor-Leste President calls upon global leaders to work towards establishing peace
Timor-Leste President calls upon global leaders to work towards establishing peace

President of Timor-Leste José Ramos-Horta on Tuesday shared his valuable insights on the challenges of peace in the contemporary world including the Rohingya crisis and its impact in the region. He urged world leaders to contribute from their position for a sustainable peace and tranquility in...

Southee signs off on a happy note with a ‘special’ win
Southee signs off on a happy note with a ‘special’ win

New Zealand pacer Tim Southee walked off Seddon Park in Hamilton to loud cheers on his home ground for the final time, after the hosts gave England a hammering in the third and final Test on Tuesday, reports Cricbuzz. The veteran fast-bowler, who had announced his retirement before the start of...

New Zealand crush England by 423 runs
New Zealand crush England by 423 runs

New Zealand tore through Englands batting Tuesday to post a crushing 423-run third Test win and send seamer Tim Southee into retirement on a winning note, reports The Times of India. The hosts completed a dominant performance in Hamilton by claiming seven wickets in 41.2 overs on day four as...

President for exploring Bangladesh-East Timor potentials to boost dev
President for exploring Bangladesh-East Timor potentials to boost dev

President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Monday put emphasis on exploring the potentials within Bangladesh and East Timor for contributing towards each others development and consequently improving bilateral relations. He came up with the remarks as the visiting East Timor President Jose Ramos Horta...

Timor-Leste President seeks to boost trade ties with Bangladesh
Timor-Leste President seeks to boost trade ties with Bangladesh

Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta expressed hope over greater cooperation between Bangladesh and his country in the coming days to expand economic and trade relations on Sunday, reports UNB. He said in a joint press conference at the Chief Advisers Office after the bilateral meeting with...

CA, Timor-Leste President hold fruitful meeting, eye closer ties
CA, Timor-Leste President hold fruitful meeting, eye closer ties

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta on Sunday held fruitful discussions and shared their ideas to take the relations between the two countries to a new height. They witnessed the signing of two instruments- MoU on bilateral consultations mechanism and...

Foreign Adviser calls on Timor-Leste President
Foreign Adviser calls on Timor-Leste President

Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain called on visiting Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta at Hotel Sonogram on Sunday morning, reports BSS. Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan also present during the call on. The meeting marked the beginning of President...

Trump named Time Person of the Year 2024
Trump named Time Person of the Year 2024

Donald Trump has been named Time magazines 2024 Person of the Year and is scheduled to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. EST. This comes just months after he became the first former U.S. president to be convicted of a crime in a...