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Bappa Mazumder, Meghdol and others to rock ‘Melody of Mavericks’ concert

Renowned singer and music director Bappa Mazumder, emerging artist Alvi Aamir, music arranger AK Rahul, along with three bandsMeghdol, Kaktal, and Sahajiyawill take the stage at a concert called Melody of Mavericks at the Hatirjheel Amphitheater in the capital today. The concert, organized by...

Bapparaj finally finds ‘Hena’!

Recently, a viral dialogue Chacha, Hena Kothay? from the 1996 Bangladeshi film Premer Shamadhi has taken social media by storm, flooding it with countless memes and videos. The resurgence of this classic scene has amused fans and even brought joy to the original stars of this scene, Bapparaj and...

Forest Department invites applications for conservation of National Heritage Trees

The Forest Department, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, has taken an initiative to conserve special types of trees and forests as per Section 23(1) of the Wildlife (Conservation and Security) Act, 2012, reports UNB. In this regard, all concerned are invited to...

Homegrown e-commerce platform Cartup designed for Bangladeshi customers with focus on authentic products

Cartup Ltd, a subsidiary of US-Bangla Airlines, is set to revolutionize the online shopping experience in Bangladesh. As a fully local e-commerce platform, Cartup is designed to cater to the unique needs of Bangladeshi consumers, focusing on offering the best prices, authentic products, and...

‘Japan’s most dangerous zoo’ in Sapporo faces closure over illegal expansions

The Sapporo municipal government plans to issue a closure order for North Safari Sapporo, a zoo that has been expanding illegally for nearly 20 years. The order, issued under the City Planning Law, will require the removal of all zoo buildings, including animal enclosures and offices. According to...

Mbappé and Álvarez score as Madrid derby ends in 1-1 draw

Kylian Mbappé scored in his first capital derby against Atletico Madrid as Real Madrid fought back for a 1-1 draw and kept its slim lead of the Spanish league on Saturday, reports UNB. Next up for Mbappé and Madrid is a trip to Manchester City on Tuesday for the first leg of their Champions...

Bangladeshi apparel exports to US grow slightly amid global pressure

The latest data on annual US apparel imports, covering 2024, show the performance of major supplying countries in the global apparel market. Despite a modest overall growth in US apparel imports, with a 1.82 percent increase in value and a 5.88 percent rise in volume, there was a notable 3.83...

Gazipur Safari Park welcomes endangered 11 capped langurs rescued in Dhaka

Gazipur Safari Park has become a sanctuary for the critically endangered 11 capped langurs (Hanumans), a rare species recently rescued from traffickers. On Friday, authorities received the capped langurs, which were seized during a raid in the Swami Bagh area of Dhaka. The animals had been...

Global in-app purchases reach record $150 billion in 2024

Global in-app purchase (IAP) revenues on iOS and Google Play soared to an unprecedented $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% year-on-year increase, the highest growth rate since 2021, according to Sensor Towers annual report. The figures underscore the resilience of the mobile ecosystem, even as...

Hasina, top officials were aware of enforced disappearances: HRW

The Human Rights Watch (HRW) found involvement of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasian and top officials of her administration in the events of enforced disappearances. The organization said: Major General Tarique Ahmed Siddique, Major General Ziaul Ahsan and several top officials of Bangladesh...

HRW hands over report to CA, says Hasina directly ordered enforced disappearances, killings

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has handed a report on the July Uprising to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, saying that officers had told them the ousted Bangladesh dictator, Sheikh Hasina directly ordered enforced disappearances and killings. A HRW delegation led by Elaine Pearson, Asia...

DeepSeek a 'wake-up call' for US tech firms: Trump

US President Donald Trump has called the rise of Chinese company DeepSeek a wake-up call for the US tech industry, after the emergence of its artificial intelligence (AI) model triggered shockwaves on Wall Street on Monday. Shares in major tech firms such as Nvidia fell sharply, with the chip...

The secret of Bhutanese happiness

Happiness is at the very heart of everyones meaningful existence. It is experienced across all cultures, people, and by all sentient beings. It is been philosophized by the greatest thinkers in history, from Plato and Aristotle to Guatama Buddha himself. In contemporary times, it has been theorized...

Weight gain can increase joy: Study

The weighing scale often feels intimidating, with rising numbers triggering waves of anxiety. Often, weight gain is thought to bring negative emotions, including unhappiness; it is assumed that people would get more worked up over it, significantly affecting their mental health. But...

Hygge: A heart-warming lesson from Denmark for happier life

A UK college has started teaching students the Danish concept of hygge - said to make homes nicer and people happier. But what exactly is it and is it exportable? Sitting by the fire on a cold night, wearing a woolly jumper, while drinking mulled wine and stroking a dog - probably surrounded by...

Shift in tactics as kidnappings surge

Kidnappings have seen a surge in the country over the last four years with many cases involving deception and exploitation of personal relationships, in a shift in kidnappers tactics. According to statistics provided by the Police Headquarters, 642 incidents took place in 2024, 463 in 2023, 460...

Indonesia fines Google $12.4 million for unfair business practices

Indonesias antitrust agency has fined Google approximately 202 billion rupiah ($12.4 million) for unfair business practices related to its payment system on the Google Play Store. The fine comes after an investigation that found the company had abused its dominant market position by requiring...

Investigations closed by ‘superior’s command’

The report of Enforced Disappearances Inquiry Commission has revealed that the victims were deprived of justice and basic rights during the Sheikh Hasina regime. According to the report, the attempts to find out victims and recovery them were barred by the authority and no bustle was seen from...

Mobile tower setup rules at borders simplified

The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) streamlined the process for establishing Base Transceiver Stations (BTS) near international border areas. The newly issued Guidelines for Installation of BTS in International Border Areas of Bangladesh-2025 aim to reduce approval time...

Neymar says Mbappe 'jealous' over Messi during PSG spell

Brazilian striker Neymar said Thursday that former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe became jealous of his relationship with Lionel Messi when the Argentine superstar joined the club in 2021. Speaking on a podcast hosted by former Brazil striker Romario, Neymar blamed a clash of egos...

Israel delays approval of Gaza ceasefire, but US confirms deal on track

Israel has postponed approving a ceasefire deal with Palestinian militant group Hamas, which includes the release of hostages, but the United States remains confident the agreement will proceed as planned. Despite the delay, the US expects the ceasefire to take effect by Sunday, citing no...

Geneva set to host first-ever World Congress on Enforced Disappearances

The first World Congress on Enforced Disappearances will convene on Wednesday and Thursday in Geneva, marking a pivotal step in the global fight to prevent and eradicate this egregious human rights violation. This historic event will bring together governments, victims, civil society...

Prosecution secures call records of Hasina, key officials

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) procession has obtained phone call records of Sheikh Hasina and others in alleged genocide during the mass uprising of July-August last year. Prosecutors have also uncovered crucial evidence related to forced disappearances during the same period,...

Uyghur detainees in Thailand fear imminent deportation to China, risking persecution

A group of 43 Uyghur men detained in Thailand for over a decade is appealing to halt their potential deportation to China, fearing persecution and torture. In a letter obtained by The Associated Press, the detainees expressed grave concerns, stating, We could be imprisoned, and we might even lose...

Arrest warrants against Hasina, 10 others

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has issued arrest warrants against 11 people including ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina in connection with the disappearances during the 15-year rule of the Awami League. The two-member tribunal headed by Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mazumdar issued the...

US approves $3.6bn sale of missiles to Japan

The United States (US) said it has approved a $3.6 billion sale of up to 1,200 advanced air-to-air missiles and related equipment to Japan as Washington continues to build up alliances in Asia against China. The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said the weaponry will help defend...

New travel app Vromonika listed for seamless trip to Cox's Bazar

Coxs Bazar, home to the worlds longest natural beach, is one of Bangladeshs most popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of visitors every year. To enhance the travel experience for both local and international tourists, the District Administration of Coxs Bazar has launched the Vromonika...

8 science-backed ways to supercharge your happiness this year

Some people are naturally happier than others. But no matter if youre someone who enjoys singing in the shower or tends to be more serious, happiness isnt just something that comes by chance. We can all adjust our habits to bring more happiness into our lives. Here are some top tips for a happier...