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Thailand considers border wall to tackle scam networks

Thailand is considering the construction of a border wall with Cambodia to curb illegal crossings and dismantle scam centres that have ensnared thousands of victims, government spokesman Jirayu Houngsub said on Monday, according to a BP report. The initiative is part of a broader crackdown on...

World Obesity Day 2025: 9 'healthy' habits that lead to weight gain

World Obesity Day held annually on March 4th, focuses on awareness about the global obesity crisis, its causes, and prevention. Organized by the World Obesity Federation, it highlights obesity-related health risks like diabetes and heart disease while promoting healthier lifestyles and public...

18 killed in Thailand bus accident

A bus crashed and killed 18 people in Thailand on Wednesday after the brakes apparently failed as it went down a hill. The vehicle was one of three double-decker buses carrying local government officials on a field trip when it veered off the road in Prachin Buri province, east of the capital...

Over 150 medics held in Israeli prisons amid reports of torture

At least 160 healthcare workers from Gaza, including more than 20 doctors, are believed to still be inside Israeli detention facilities, reports the Guardian. The World Health Organization expressed deep concern about those medics wellbeing and safety. Healthcare Workers Watch (HWW), a...

World Cup winner footballer Mesut Ozil enters Turkish politics

Football legend Mesut Ozil, a World Cup winner with Germany, has taken a significant step into Turkish politics by joining the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP). At a congress in Ankara on Sunday, Ozil was elected to the AKPs central decision and executive committee, alongside President...

Vietnam govt approves $8.36B railway project to China

Vietnams parliament has approved a major $8.36 billion railway project aimed at linking its northern port city of Haiphong to Chinas Yunnan province via the border city of Lao Cai. The ambitious project received near-unanimous support from lawmakers, with 455 out of 459 voting in favor. The...

Donald trump warns World War III is "Close", but has strategy to avert it

US President Donald Trump has cautioned that World War III could be not so far away amid the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, but emphasized that his presidency will prevent it from occurring, reports NDTV. President Trump stated that that he was moving fast around the world to...

CA reaches Dubai to attend World Government Summit

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus reached Dubai on Wednesday to take part in the World Governments Summit, reports BSS. Minister of Sports of the United Arab Emirates Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi received the Chief Adviser. Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi thanked the Chief Adviser for his...

CA leaves for Dubai to join World Governments Summit

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today (February 12) left for Dubai to attend the World Governments Summit-2025. A flight of the Emirates airlines carrying Prof Yunus and his entourage members departed Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at about 7:45 pm, Chief Advisers Deputy Press...

Bay Terminal eyes on WB funding as construction stalled

Despite over a decade of discussions, Chattogram Ports largest project, the Bay Terminal, has yet to materialise beyond paperwork. Apart from partial land acquisition, progress has remained stagnant. This has left port users in dismay. Uncertainty loomed over whether the interim government would...

UAE minister urges global action to prevent conflicts, not just resolve them later

The UAEs minister of Cabinet Affairs has called on world governments to shift their focus from solving conflicts to preventing them, urging a rethink of education, economic growth, and social values in the face of rapid technological advancements, reads a Khaleej Times report. Speaking at the...

World Bank renews support for Bangladesh reformations

World Bank Vice President Martin Raiser on Tuesday reiterated the global lenders pledge to support the reform agendas of Bangladeshs interim government led by Dr Mohammad Yunus. Raiser came up with pledge when he called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna in...

Dubai's ‘airport city’ set to create thousands of jobs as new passenger terminal nears completion

Dubai South is anticipating a surge in population and job creation as the emirates new airport terminal at Dubai World Central (DWC) takes shape, according to a top official. Currently home to around 25,000 residents, the area will soon be a bustling hub for over a million people, as the new...

World Bank Vice President for S Asia to meet Dr Yunus

World Banks Vice President for the South Asia Region Martin Raiser arrived in Bangladesh on Saturday. During his four-day visit, Raiser will meet Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, said the World Bank. He will also meet the Finance Adviser, Energy Adviser, Bangladesh Bank Governor, senior...

‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ trailer reveals action-packed adventure with Scarlett Johansson

The full trailer for Jurassic World Rebirth, starring Scarlett Johansson, has dropped. In the action-packed clip, Johansson teams up with Jonathan Bailey to battle dinosaurs and secure their genetic material. As expected, the clip checks all the right boxes of humour, fear, awe and adventure,...

Fishing cats conservation essential for environment: Rizwana

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said fishing cats and all other endangered species must be protected from cruelty as this is not merely an issue of animal rights but a crucial step toward environmental protection. Offenders must be held accountable and brought to justice, she said at...

CA Yunus calls for a system allowing people to vote "freely, fairly, without threat"

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has laid emphasis on creating a mechanism so that everybody in Bangladesh can vote freely and fairly without any interruption or threat to anybody while exercising their democratic rights. During a one-to-one conversation with World Economic Forum founder Klaus...

Bangladesh urges global investors to grab opportunities it offers

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has invited the global investors to invest in Bangladesh in a bigger way as the South Asian country is ready to have enhanced trade and investment ties with improved business and investment climate, reports UNB. We have always been saying Bangladesh is ready for...

CA invited to attend World Governments Summit in UAE

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has been invited to attend the World Governments Summit 2025, to be held in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, in February. Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, UAE, extended the invitation to Prof...

Bangladesh beat Scotland to secure Super 6 spot

Bangladesh secured their spot in the Super 6 stage of the ICC Womens U-19 World Cup with an 18-run win over Scotland in their final Group D match in Selangor on Wednesday. Captain Sumaiya Akter led the way with an unbeaten 29 off 36 balls, helping Bangladesh post 121 for nine in 20 overs....

Tigress tie series, keep WC qualification hopes alive

The Bangladesh womens team kept their direct World Cup qualification hopes alive with a strong 60-run win over West Indies Women in the second ODI at Warner Park, St. Kitts on Tuesday, drawing the three-match series 1-1. The hosts restricted Bangladesh to 184 all out from 48.5 overs after Hayley...

Bangladesh's world cup path toughened after defeat

The Bangladesh womens cricket team suffered a heavy 9-wicket defeat to hosts West Indies in the first ODI of the three-match series at St. Kitts. This loss puts Nigar Sultanas side in a challenging position to secure a direct spot in the 2025 Womens Cricket World Cup. To achieve automatic...

Oil, instead of water, was poured on inflation fire: Dr Zahid

Dr Zahid Hussain, former lead economist at the World Banks Dhaka office, challenged the notion of a dream economy during the Awami Leagues undemocratic 15-year rule, saying official growth figures were grossly manipulated. From July 2008 to July 2019, GDP growth averaged 4.2% instead of the...

Bangladesh bowl out Nepal for 52 runs

In the fourth match of the Under-19 Womens T20 World Cup in Malaysia, Bangladeshs womens team bowled out Nepal for just 52 runs. Consequently, Bangladesh requires 53 runs to secure victory. After losing the toss on Saturday, Nepal batted first and was bowled out for 52 runs in 18.2 overs....

Israel-Hamas Gaza ceasefire announcement: What's reaction of the World

Mediator of Israel-Hamas truce Qatar announced that Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to halt the war in Gaza and exchange Israeli captives for Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails. Qatars Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani announced the agreement...

Jessy among 20 match officials appointed for Women’s T20 WC

Trailblazing Bangladeshi umpire Shathira Jakir Jessy is among 20 match officials appointed to stand in the ICC U19 Womens T20 World Cup in Malaysia. Shathira was the first female umpire appointed by the Bangladesh Cricket Board and most recently stood at the 2024 Womens T20 Asia Cup, having...

Brazil’s Neymar says FIFA World Cup 2026 will be his last

Brazilian forward Neymar has declared that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his final appearance, expressing confidence that Brazil will secure a spot in the finals in North America. Once one of footballs most feared forwards, Neymar plays club football with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal but has...

Australia set sights on world domination after taming India

Crickets World Test Championship final is still five months away but it is already playing on the mind of Australia skipper Pat Cummins, saying the defence of their title is a huge goal after conqueringIndia. Australia surged into a June showdown against South Africa at Lords with a six-wicket...