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...

Stability cannot be achieved amid racial- religious clashes, says Ibrahim Anwar
Stability cannot be achieved amid racial- religious clashes, says Ibrahim Anwar

Malaysia prime minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stated that no country can achieve development and stability if it is constantly plagued by racial and religious conflicts. He emphasised that sustained harmony is essential for national progress and that persistent divisions would hinder growth...

Everyone must remain vigilant to ensure women’s rights
Everyone must remain vigilant to ensure women’s rights

Everyone must remain vigilant to ensure that women in our society are not subjected to oppression and are not deprived of their fair rights, BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman has said. Everyone must be vigilant to ensure that women in our society are not subjected to neglect, torture, and...

Makkah hosts halal forum with Turkey’s participation
Makkah hosts halal forum with Turkey’s participation

The Makkah Halal Forum 2025 officially began in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, welcoming participants from across the globe, including Turkey, reads a DS report. Themed Sustainable Development Through the Halal, the second edition of the forum runs from February 25 to 27 at the Makkah Chamber of...

Sweden to support Bangladesh’s inclusive economic development
Sweden to support Bangladesh’s inclusive economic development

Sweden reiterated continued support in critical development areas like democracy, human rights, rules of law and inclusive economic development in Bangladesh. Expressing continued support for the interim governments reforms, and on the Rohingya situation in the face of reduced overall...

A sports-minded visionary
A sports-minded visionary

Bangladeshs one of the largest business groups and most influential corporate entity Bashundhara Group has proven itself to be a transformative force in the countrys sports landscape. This shift is largely attributed to the vision and dedication of its chairman, Ahmed Akbar Sobhan, whose...

Govt in talks to set up skill development centers
Govt in talks to set up skill development centers

Chief Advisers Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has said the interim government continues talks with foreign agencies to set up skill development centers in Bangladesh, reports BSS. We are looking into what logistical support they (foreign organisations) want in this regard, he told a press...

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

Gas supply still delayed, 14 months after inauguration
Gas supply still delayed, 14 months after inauguration

Despite the official inauguration of the project on November 14 last year, Rangpur region is still waiting for the long-anticipated gas supply. The ceremony, which featured an online address by the Prime Minister of the ousted government, was followed by the unveiling of the plaque and lighting of...

Central bank lifts restrictions on bankers' foreign travel
Central bank lifts restrictions on bankers' foreign travel

In a significant policy shift, Bangladesh Bank has removed all restrictions on the foreign travel of bank officials. From now on, bankers will no longer need prior approval from the central bank to travel abroad. The new directive, issued in a circular on Sunday, allows bank officers to travel for...

6 Bangladeshi scouters shine at Australian Scout Jamboree
6 Bangladeshi scouters shine at Australian Scout Jamboree

Six Bangladeshi expatriate Scout Leaders participated in the 26th Australian National Scout Jamboree, held in Brisbane, Australia, from January 6 to 15. The event brought together Scout delegations from 33 countries, showcasing a spirit of unity and global collaboration. The Bangladesh Scouter...