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Israel strikes Beirut, south Lebanon
Israel’s military urged residents of more than 20 towns in south Lebanon to evacuate their homes immediately yesterday as it pressed on with incursions after suffering its worst losses in a year of fighting the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah.
Japanese airport reopens after WWII US bomb blast
Flights resumed at a regional Japanese airport Thursday after an unexploded World War II US bomb blew up less than a minute after a passenger jet taxied past.
12 garment factories reopen in Gazipur
Authorities declared a holiday for these factories yesterday in the Gazipur Sadar area to restore stability amid growing labour unrest
Harris adviser meets US Muslim, Arab leaders angry at support for Israel
A senior adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris met American Muslim and Arab leaders on Wednesday as Harris' presidential campaign seeks to win back voters angry at U.S. support for Israel's wars in Gaza and Lebanon.
Iran's Khamenei warned Nasrallah of Israeli plot to kill him, sources say
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Hezbollah leader Syyed Hassan Nasrallah to flee Lebanon days before he was killed in an Israeli strike and is now deeply worried about Israeli infiltration of senior government ranks in Tehran, three Iranian sources said.
Sharat Ritu: The perfect excuse for a lotus pond boat ride
What is the best thing about Sharat, you ask? For me, it is the change in the city’s breeze, in the soft, golden rays of the sun, and yes, the clear azure sky, with floating white fluffy clouds.
A road never paved
Barely five kilometres away from Patuakhali district town, an earthen road lies neglected for decades.
Israel declares UN chief 'persona non grata' over Iran attack response: foreign ministry
Israel on Wednesday declared UN chief Antonio Guterres "persona non grata", banning him from entering the country for failing to condemn Iran's missile attack on Israel.
Hilsa eggs: a delicacy out of reach for many
Do you love hilsa eggs? If so, you’re not alone. For many families, especially the little ones at home, these delicate, flavourful eggs are a cherished treat. But this season, getting your hands on this once-affordable delicacy may prove a real challenge.
Malaysian police rescue 400 minors from suspected sexual abuse at Islamic charity homes
Malaysian authorities rescued more than 400 children on Wednesday suspected of being sexually abused at charity homes run by a prominent Islamic business organisation with links to a banned religious sect, the top police official said.
Selectors not keen on big changes for India Tests
The national selectors are not in favour of making big changes in the Test squad for the upcoming tour of India for which a 16-member squad list has already been sent to cricket operations in order to get the final approval of the board president.
Body of man killed during protests exhumed after 54 days
The body of a fruit vendor who was shot dead in Rangpur city during the anti-discrimination student movement on July 19, was exhumed this morning, 54 days after the burial.
WFP launches second phase of flood response in Bangladesh
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has launched the second phase of its flood response, providing assistance to communities most affected by the August floods.
BNP announces two-day programme to honour martyrs and celebrate Democracy Day
BNP today announced a two-day programme from September 14 to honour the memory of those who lost their lives in movements against authoritarian rule over the past 17 years, as well as to commemorate International Democracy Day.
Government cancels appointment of 8 DCs
The Ministry of Public Administration today issued a gazette notification cancelling the appointments of eight deputy commissioners (DCs) who were posted earlier this week.
Two ARSA commanders gunned down at Ukhiya camp: police
Two Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA) commanders were shot dead by unidentified criminals at a Rohingya camp in Ukhiya, Cox's Bazar this morning, according to police.
'No justice in either country': Rohingya refugees face looting on both sides of the border
The most recent arrivals are staying with the relatives at the camp sharing their limited daily rations provided by the UN agencies.
Protesting workers set fire to factory warehouse in Gazipur
Workers set fire to a factory warehouse in the Kashempur area of Gazipur this afternoon.