SpaceX astronaut shows Antarctica's 'pure white' from polar orbit
SpaceX astronaut shows Antarctica's 'pure white' from polar orbit

The first civilian astronauts to orbit the Earths polar region have shared a breathtaking view of Antarcticas pristine pure white tundra in a historic video captured from space. On Wednesday morning, four space travelers aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule filmed the stunning footage,...

Heatwave grips parts of country, set to continue
Heatwave grips parts of country, set to continue

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said, amild heatwave is currently sweeping through several districts of Bangladesh, including Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajganj, Naogaon, Dinajpur, Nilphamari, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, Jashore, and Chuadanga, with the possibility of continuing for the next few...

Chemicals found in everyday products may affect newborns’ brain development: study
Chemicals found in everyday products may affect newborns’ brain development: study

Phthalates, synthetic chemicals found in common items like food packaging, personal care products, and toys, have been associated with irregular neurological development in infants. Now, scientists may have discovered a biological pathway for how this phenomenon could occur. Researchers found...

Rumor Scanner detects 298 misinformation cases in March
Rumor Scanner detects 298 misinformation cases in March

Rumor Scanner, a fact-checking organization in Bangladesh, identified 298 instances of misinformation circulating on the internet in March on 2025. Previously, in January and February, it identified 271 and 268 instances of misinformation, respectively, said a report of Rumor Scanner released on...

Feeling anxious? Doctor reveals surprising treat
Feeling anxious? Doctor reveals surprising treat

Sour candy is a tangy and citrusy treat, but it turns out its more than just a pastime snack. Dr Kunal Sood reacted to an Instagram video in which the user claimed that their therapist suggested eating sour candy whenever she felt anxiety coming. As a result, she was making an emergency sour...

Mild heat wave sweeps over several districts
Mild heat wave sweeps over several districts

A mild heat wave is currently sweeping through the Rajshahi division, as well as the districts of Dinajpur, Sayedpur, and Chuadanga, reports BSS. According to the Meteorological Department, temperatures during the day and night may slightly decrease in the northern regions of the country, while...

No one will be allowed to exploit extremism: Information advisor
No one will be allowed to exploit extremism: Information advisor

Information and Broadcasting Advisor Mahfuj Alam responded to recent claims made by The New York Times, which suggested the presence of a growing threat of extremism in Bangladesh. No one will be allowed to exploit this opportunity for extremism. We are committed to preventing any form of political...

Florida Republican defeats Democrat in special election
Florida Republican defeats Democrat in special election

Republican State Senator Randy Fine has defeated Democrat Josh Weil in a closely watched special Florida congressional election to fill the seat held by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, BBC reported. The result dashes Democratic hopes of pulling what would have been a stunning upset in a...

Storm forecasted in Sylhet with winds up to 60 km/h by noon
Storm forecasted in Sylhet with winds up to 60 km/h by noon

The weather office has warned that a storm with heavy rain and lightning may occur over the Sylhet region, with winds reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h. The information was issued in a warning for the countrys internal river ports, valid until 1 PM today, Wednesday. A notice signed by...

Yemeni forces attack US aircraft carrier with missiles
Yemeni forces attack US aircraft carrier with missiles

The Yemeni Armed Forces said that they have carried out a new operation against the United States, targeting an aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea for the third time in the past 24 hours. In a statement on Tuesday is said that in retaliation to the American aggression against...

Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar
Bangladesh sends 2nd rescue team thru armed forces to earthquake-hit Myanmar

A second mission of emergency relief, rescue, and medical assistance has been dispatched from Bangladesh to Myanmar in response to the devastating earthquake that struck the region. A rescue team, equipped with necessary tools, a medical team with essential emergency medical supplies, and 15 tons...

Mild heat wave persists in Dhaka, other places
Mild heat wave persists in Dhaka, other places

Bangladesh Meteorological Department has saidmild heat wave is sweeping over Rajshahi, Pabna, Naogaon, Nilphamari, Jashore, Dhaka, Faridpur Rangamati and it may continue, reports UNB. Rain/thunder showers with lightning flashes and temporary gusty wind is likely at one or two places over...

Three killed in a three-way collision in Meherpur
Three killed in a three-way collision in Meherpur

Three people were killed in a three-way collision involving a motorcycle, a microbus, and a battery-powered van in Meherpur. The accident occurred near Ahmad Ali Technical School and College in the town at about 5:30 pm on Monday. The deceased are Akhtaruzzaman Shovon, 29, Al Imran, 28 and...

Court overturns FDA rule on Laboratory-Developed Test Regulation in USA
Court overturns FDA rule on Laboratory-Developed Test Regulation in USA

The Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP) has achieved a major legal win after the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas ruled in its favor, vacating the FDAs controversial rule that sought to regulate laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) as medical devices. In a statement, AMP...

What happens to patients during the long Eid holiday?
What happens to patients during the long Eid holiday?

While educational institutions, offices, and banks remain closed for nine days during Eid, hospitals cannot afford such a luxury. The question of whether patients receive the expected level of care during the holiday period and how hospitals operate under such circumstances remains a point of...

Security spring cleaning: 7 essential steps to avoid getting hacked
Security spring cleaning: 7 essential steps to avoid getting hacked

Spring cleaning isnt just for your homeits also a great time to refresh and secure your digital life. Protecting your online presence and personal data is crucial, and following these seven essential steps can help safeguard you from hackers. Start with your passwords. Its important to have a...

AI was enemy No. 1 during Hollywood strikes. Now it's in Oscar-winning films
AI was enemy No. 1 during Hollywood strikes. Now it's in Oscar-winning films

Two years ago, AI was the enemy of Hollywood. Actors and writers went on strike, demanding protections from the encroachment of artificial intelligence on their creative industries. But in a surprising twist, AI is now making its way into some of the most prestigious films, even earning recognition...

US carries out strike against IS in Somalia
US carries out strike against IS in Somalia

The US military carried out an air strike Saturday (March 29) against the Islamic State group in the Puntland region of Somalia, killing several IS operatives, Africa Command said. In a statement, the European-based command said the latest raid was conducted in coordination with the Somali...

Japan issues mid-level volcano warning
Japan issues mid-level volcano warning

Japanese authorities issued a mid-level warning Sunday (March 30) for a volcano in the southwestern Kyushu region, telling people not to approach and that an eruption may occur. There was, however, no evacuation order for local residents near the Shinmoedake volcano, part of the Kirishimayama...

NASA awards SpaceX contract modification to include Starship launches
NASA awards SpaceX contract modification to include Starship launches

NASA has awarded SpaceX a modification to its NASA Launch Services (NLS) II contract, adding the Starship launch vehicle to the existing Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy services. This modification expands the scope of SpaceXs capabilities to include Starship for future missions, supporting NASAs...

Homebound people leave capital without hassle
Homebound people leave capital without hassle

Eid holidaymakers left the capital in droves on Friday to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with their near and dear ones at their village homes. Many may not have received salary or bonus or both in their job or couldnt make sure of expected profit targeting Eid business or failed to cope with the...

Severe earthquake rocks Bangladesh
Severe earthquake rocks Bangladesh

An earthquake was felt in various parts of Bangladesh, including the capital, Dhaka, at 12:21 pm today. The Meteorological Department reported a magnitude of 7.3 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter in Mandalay, Myanmar, 597 kilometers from Dhaka. Md. Rubaiyat Kabir, an official at the...

ChatGPT’s viral Ghibli-Style images raise AI copyright concerns
ChatGPT’s viral Ghibli-Style images raise AI copyright concerns

ChatGPTs latest AI image tool has thrilled Studio Ghibli fans by transforming personal photos and memes into the distinct style of Hayao Miyazaki. However, the trend has also sparked fresh concerns about AIs use of copyrighted material and its implications for human artists. Miyazaki, 84,...

Slight rise in Dhaka temperature expected
Slight rise in Dhaka temperature expected

The Meteorological Department has forecast a slight increase in day temperatures in Dhaka and surrounding areas. The six-hour forecast, effective from 7 am on Friday, indicates that the sky may be temporarily partly cloudy, but the weather is expected to remain dry. Winds from the southwest or...

Trump’s auto tariffs is a ‘direct attack’: Canadian PM
Trump’s auto tariffs is a ‘direct attack’: Canadian PM

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said that U.S. President Donald Trumps auto tariffs are a direct attack on his country and that the trade war is hurting Americans, noting that American consumer confidence is at a multi-year low. Trump said earlier Wednesday that he was placing 25% tariffs on...

Weather forecast: Dry weather over country
Weather forecast: Dry weather over country

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (March 27) forecasted that weather may remain dry for the next 24 hours over the country begins from this morning. Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, said the forecast begins from 9 am today. Trough of low...

Pre-Eid skincare tips for reviving sun-damaged skin
Pre-Eid skincare tips for reviving sun-damaged skin

As we celebrate the holy month of Ramadan this year, one of the biggest festivals for the Muslim community is approaching. Eid, celebrated with great joy and grandeur worldwide, is characterized by special dishes, decorations, and prayers, marking the conclusion of Ramadan. As we prepare for the...

Transport syndicate set to extort Tk 832cr from Eid travellers
Transport syndicate set to extort Tk 832cr from Eid travellers

A powerful transport syndicate has started extorting Tk 832.30 crore from over 1.5 crore Eid travellers as tips, forcing them to pay exorbitant extra fares, according to a report by the Bangladesh Jatri Kalyan Samity, reports UNB. The report, presented by the organisations Secretary-General, Md...