Oprah Winfrey, Selena Gomez among new Oscar presenters
Oprah Winfrey, Selena Gomez among new Oscar presenters

The 97th Academy Awards are shaping up to be a dazzling affair with new presenters and a fresh voice behind the scenes, reports the statesman. Oprah Winfrey, Selena Gomez, Ben Stiller, Willem Dafoe, Goldie Hawn, Sterling K. Brown, Joe Alwyn, Lily-Rose Depp, Ana de Armas, and Connie Nielsen have...

US winter storm kills 14, over 1,000 people rescued in 24 hours
US winter storm kills 14, over 1,000 people rescued in 24 hours

The death count from winter storms in the central and eastern US has risen to at least 14, after floods, gale-force winds and bitterly cold temperatures swept the region, reports various media. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned on Monday of a winter storm system carrying arctic air that...

CA press wing debunks Anandabazar report
CA press wing debunks Anandabazar report

Chief Advisers Press Wing has said the news story of Indian daily Anandabazar Patrika published on Friday is false. Its (Ananda Bazar) story about the Bangladesh army has no more basis in reality than a Bollywood romcom, the press wing said in a statement posted on its verified Facebook account...

Rosie Winterton appointed as UK trade envoy to Bangladesh
Rosie Winterton appointed as UK trade envoy to Bangladesh

Newly appointed British trade envoy to Bangladesh Baroness Rosie Winterton of Doncaster has said she looks forward to working closely with the Department for Business and Trade, the interim government and businesses in Bangladesh to further develop the key trade partnership between Bangladesh and...

US to continue support for Rohingyas: Press Wing
US to continue support for Rohingyas: Press Wing

Along with other countries worldwide, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced an immediate cessation or suspension of any work in Bangladesh. However, the US will continue to provide financial assistance to Myanmars Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. Chief...

Winter shower myth: experts reject claim of 34% life boost
Winter shower myth: experts reject claim of 34% life boost

A viral Instagram video by Dr. Rebecca Pinto claims that skipping showers in winter can increase life expectancy by 34%. The video has gained 6.6 million views but lacks research or references to support the claim. Many social media users have expressed doubts, asking for credible sources....

Major winter storm strikes USA affecting 60 million people
Major winter storm strikes USA affecting 60 million people

A powerful winter storm is currently sweeping across the central and eastern United States, bringing a dangerous mix of snow, ice, and heavy rain to millions of people. Over 60 million individuals are under winter weather alerts, with hazardous travel conditions, power outages, and school and...

Myth and truth behind celebrities dying at 27
Myth and truth behind celebrities dying at 27

Their deaths have fueled the notion that 27 is a lethal age for musicians and other notable artists. Amy Winehouse, the iconoclastic singer-songwriter, was that age when shedied of alcohol poisoningin 2011. So wasgrunge rocker Kurt Cobainwhen he died of suicide in 1994 androck n roll queen Janis...

ZEE News report on Prof Yunus is baseless: CA Press Wing
ZEE News report on Prof Yunus is baseless: CA Press Wing

The Press Wing of the Chief Advisers Office has dismissed the ZEE News report about Dr Muhammad Yunus, head of Bangladeshs interim government, as completely false and baseless, reports Dhaka Tribune. In a Facebook post on Monday, the CA Press Wing Facts said that the report is part of a...

Winter vegetable prices plunge sharply in Gaibandha market
Winter vegetable prices plunge sharply in Gaibandha market

The prices of winter vegetables in Gaibandha have fallen dramatically, bringing much-needed relief to consumers. Vegetables that were once priced as high as Tk 400 per kg, like green chillies, are now being sold for as little as Tk 30 per kg. Similarly, cauliflower, previously priced at Tk 120, is...

Winter hits Gaza as many Palestinians left with little protection from cold
Winter hits Gaza as many Palestinians left with little protection from cold

As winter sets in, nearly 2 million Palestinians displaced by 14 months of war in the Gaza Strip face severe hardships, struggling to shield themselves from the cold, rain, and wind, reports UNB. Aid workers and residents report that families lack sufficient blankets, warm clothing, and...

Winter rains expected in Bangladesh as low-pressure forms in Bay of Bengal
Winter rains expected in Bangladesh as low-pressure forms in Bay of Bengal

A low-pressure system has formed in the south-central Bay of Bengal and nearby areas, which may cause rain in Bangladesh as winter sets in, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. Meteorologist Abdur Rahman Khan stated on Tuesday, The low formed overnight. It will not turn into a...

Indian media's report on Bangladesh apparel industry misleading: CA press wing
Indian media's report on Bangladesh apparel industry misleading: CA press wing

Report published on Indian media Tuesday claiming that many global brands are now shifting their focus to Indian manufacturers from Bangladesh is misleading, Chief Advisers Press Wing said on Wednesday, reports BSS. The article published in India.com claims many clothing brands are now shifting...

Winter escalates in Dinajpur with temperature falling to 13°C
Winter escalates in Dinajpur with temperature falling to 13°C

As the temperature in Dinajpur keeps dropping, the severity of the cold is increasing day by day. The entire region is blanketed in fog from night to morning. For the greater part of the day, the sun is not visible. The minimum temperature in Dinajpur was recorded at 13 degrees Celsius at 6 am...

Kurigram battles intense winter, poor desperate for warm clothing
Kurigram battles intense winter, poor desperate for warm clothing

Kurigram is currently under the grip of an intense winter, with temperatures plummeting and fog covering roads and fields from midnight until morning, reports UNB. The chill is so severe that it has disrupted normal life and left many, especially the poor, desperate for warm clothing. On...

Bangladesh didn’t deploy drones on border: Press Wing
Bangladesh didn’t deploy drones on border: Press Wing

Amid the deteriorating bilateral relations between Bangladesh and India, India Today TV has published a report claiming that Bangladesh has deployed the Bayraktar TB2 drones near the West Bengal border of India. Bangladesh did not deploy drones. India Todays news is untrue and fabricated, said a...

Winter woes: How to protect your child from juvenile arthritis symptoms
Winter woes: How to protect your child from juvenile arthritis symptoms

Juvenile arthritis is a prevalent chronic condition in children that leads to joint inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement. Winter can be particularly difficult for children with this condition, but with proper preventive care and early diagnosis, juvenile arthritis can be...

Temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius in Dinajpur
Temperature drops to 10 degrees Celsius in Dinajpur

Winter has gripped the northern region of the country, and temperatures are steadily declining in Dinajpur, a northern district. Dense fog and chilly winds persist. As the temperature continues to drop, low-income and working-class people are facing difficulties. The temperature in Dinajpur was...

Winter settles over Bangladesh: Cooler days and nights ahead
Winter settles over Bangladesh: Cooler days and nights ahead

As winter deepens across Bangladesh, a distinct drop in temperatures is being observed nationwide. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) forecast cooler days and nights, with temperatures expected to decline further in the coming weeks, reports UNB. In its latest 72-hour forecast...

Winter and sunscreen: Why you shouldn't skip it!
Winter and sunscreen: Why you shouldn't skip it!

The winter sun feels so comforting; one could spend an entire afternoon simply sitting, reading, listening to music, or engaging in simple pleasures like eating peanuts or knitting, all while basking in its warmth. The winter sun feels more like an ally, unlike the harsh summer sun that requires...