Researchers detected microplastics in all commercially dried marine seafood samples examined from four coastal regions of Bangladesh. The study identifies contamination patterns but does not establish consumer health risks.
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases and 4,887 deaths, while infections reported in Kenya and Nigeria highlight the importance of cross-border surveillance and rapid response.
Bangladesh and Japan are targeting up to $6.34 billion in private investment over five years, with a potential 200,000 jobs as both countries expand cooperation in manufacturing, energy and technology.
Oil prices eased as diplomatic efforts involving Iran raised hopes of reducing supply risks. Bangladesh remains vulnerable to elevated energy import costs, despite the latest decline.
Harry Kane wins the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or after a prolific season at Bayern Munich, while Alexia Putellas claims her third Women’s Ballon d’Or at a historic ceremony in London.
Bangladesh’s dengue cases hit a 2026 daily high as measles infections continue to rise, putting hospitals under growing pressure in October.
Bangladesh Chief Whip Nurul Islam Moni has urged opposition parties to avoid frequent political movements, saying voters should judge the BNP government on its performance.
Russian forces launched fresh strikes against Ukrainian grid infrastructure over the weekend, fracturing a proposed United States energy ceasefire agreement.
Bangladesh's local elections may take place in early 2027 as a parliamentary committee chairman raises concerns about security preparedness.
For decades, the spectacular industrial and economic rise of Bangladesh was fueled almost entirely by a heavy, unyielding reliance on domestic natural gas reserves and expensive,...
For the past decade, the rapid expansion of the internet, mobile financial services, and digital public platforms across Bangladesh has outpaced the legal frameworks meant to...
The twin engines of Bangladesh’s economic growth—the capital city of Dhaka and the premier port city of Chittagong—have long faced a shared, grueling crisis: hyper-urbanization....
Oil prices eased as diplomatic efforts involving Iran raised hopes of reducing supply risks. Bangladesh remains vulnerable to elevated energy import costs, despite the latest decline.
Bangladesh’s prime minister is visiting Japan to pursue investment, expand exports and create jobs. The key question is whether proposed billions in investment and cooperation can translate into measurable economic gains.
Brent crude hit $116.72 as Gulf attacks escalated. With remittance growth cooling and fuel prices already raised, Bangladesh’s reserves are holding, but the pressure is building.
Bangladesh has requested $3.77 billion in World Bank financing for FY2026–27 and is discussing a separate $10 billion framework as energy costs, banking-sector weaknesses and subdued investment weigh on growth.
Japan is reportedly preparing a $6.35 billion private-sector investment plan for Bangladesh over five years, with potential opportunities in manufacturing, automobiles and energy ahead of the two countries’ October summit.
Global oil prices rose above $110 a barrel for Brent crude as Middle East tensions heightened supply concerns. Here's how prolonged energy-price volatility could affect Bangladesh's imports, transport costs and households.
Two critical PHP vulnerabilities have prompted emergency software updates and a global security response. Here is what the flaws mean, how AI-assisted research contributed to their discovery, and what website operators should do next.
Another nuclear fuel shipment reached Bangladesh’s Rooppur plant on October 21 as fuel deliveries and commissioning preparations continue for its two reactor units.
Customer service hubs across the developing world face unprecedented disruption as OpenAI deploys autonomous agents capable of resolving complex technical and financial support tickets.
G7 financial authorities plan exercises to test their response to AI-enabled cyberattacks as the IMF warns that inadequate safeguards could undermine trust in financial institutions.
Toyota has officially started early mass production of its solid-state EV battery technology, promising 750-mile ranges and 10-minute charging times for next-generation electric vehicles.
A federal judge ordered Alphabet to divest its Chrome browser and open the Android ecosystem to rival billing systems, marking the largest tech breakup in decades.
Tom Cruise and Alejandro G. Iñárritu's dark comedy Digger opened to just $8 million in North America, facing a $150 million loss as Warner Bros. merges with Paramount.
While digital screens, streaming apps, and virtual spaces dominate contemporary leisure time, the physical, tactile cultural pulse of Bangladesh continues to thrive. Across...
The live music scene of Bangladesh has always been anchored by heavy heritage. The golden eras of the 1990s and early 2000s established a massive foundation of stadium-level hard...
An interview-style feature on the business of digital video creation. The perception of YouTube content creation in Dhaka has transformed radically. What was once dismissed as a...
Celebrating hidden cinematic gems and indie directors. The commercial box office in Bangladesh is frequently dominated by star-driven action blockbusters during festive Eid...
Beyond the Living Room TV For nearly three decades, Bangladeshi home entertainment followed a strict, linear blueprint. Families gathered around television sets at scheduled hours...
Kylian Mbappé scored twice, including an 87th-minute winner, as Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2–1 at Camp Nou to end their unbeaten La Liga start and close the gap at the top.
Barcelona host Real Madrid in the first El Clásico of the 2026–27 La Liga season. Can the league leaders extend their advantage, or will Mourinho's side close the gap?
Lionel Messi received the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports in Spain, recognising his extraordinary football career and charitable work supporting disadvantaged children.
Fortis FC rallied from a goal down to beat FC Regar-TadAZ 3–1 in Kuwait, ending their AFC Challenge League campaign with a comeback victory.
Lionel Messi arrives in Oviedo, Spain, to receive the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, recognising his remarkable football career and charitable work for disadvantaged children.
Lionel Scaloni has reportedly agreed to extend his Argentina coaching tenure, with a two-plus-two-year contract structure that could keep him in charge through the 2030 World Cup.
A national injury survey estimated that road crashes kill 24,233 people and leave 38,028 permanently disabled each year in Bangladesh. The figures highlight the need for safer roads, better vehicle oversight and stronger traffic-law enforcement.
Another nuclear fuel shipment reached Bangladesh’s Rooppur plant on October 21 as fuel deliveries and commissioning preparations continue for its two reactor units.
Bangladesh’s deadly measles outbreak has exposed gaps in routine vaccination, health-service access and disease surveillance. Here is what the crisis reveals about protecting children and preventing future outbreaks.
A deadly fire at Tuptup Resto and Resort in Cox’s Bazar killed 10 people and injured four, raising questions about fire safety compliance at tourist facilities.
More than 300 southern right whale calves have died in Argentina’s Patagonia region. Scientists are investigating bacterial infection and possible environmental factors.
Bangladesh proposes an 81km elevated railway from Dhaka to Cumilla that could shorten the Dhaka–Chattogram rail journey by up to two hours.
The Orionid meteor shower peaks around October 21–22, offering a chance to see up to 20 meteors an hour under ideal conditions, though moonlight may obscure fainter shooting stars.
Another nuclear fuel shipment reached Bangladesh’s Rooppur plant on October 21 as fuel deliveries and commissioning preparations continue for its two reactor units.
Bangladesh’s dengue outbreak exposes gaps in mosquito control, drainage and public health. Why spraying alone cannot stop the disease.
NASA is turning the 2027 Artemis III mission into an Earth-orbit test flight and pushing the actual lunar touchdown to 2028 following SpaceX Starship setbacks.
Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine for turning light-sensing algae proteins into a precise switch for brain cells.
With a strong El Niño building and Middle East war driving up fertilizer and diesel costs, Bangladesh food security faces a decisive test before December Boro planting.
Congo's Ebola outbreak has surpassed 10,000 confirmed cases and 4,887 deaths, while infections reported in Kenya and Nigeria highlight the importance of cross-border surveillance and rapid response.
Bangladesh’s dengue cases hit a 2026 daily high as measles infections continue to rise, putting hospitals under growing pressure in October.
Bangladesh’s deadly measles outbreak has exposed gaps in routine vaccination, health-service access and disease surveillance. Here is what the crisis reveals about protecting children and preventing future outbreaks.
