Two people died and 10 others, including children, were injured from electrocution at Jamuriburi and Pramanikpara villages following blast of a power transformer in Tentulia upazila on Sunday night.
Month: September 2013
Discussion on tuberculosis held in Narayanganj
Discussants at a programme in Narayanganj n Sunday stressed united efforts of all concerned side by side with creating a mass social awareness about prevention and treatment of tuberculosis (TB), a completely curable disease.
Tax fair ends in Moulvibazar
A two-day-long income tax fair was ended in Moulvibazar town on Sunday.
Explosions rock Nirobi mall as soldiers close in
NAIROBI, Kenya — Four thunderous explosions rattled Nairobi’s upscale mall Monday, part of a battle between Kenyan troops and al-Qaida-linked terrorists. Top Kenyan officials said two hostage takers, part of “a multinational collection from all over the world,” had been…
UN reports ‘dramatic’ progress in fight against AIDS
By Kate Kelland
Taxing Internet sales
A consortium of states has been working since 2000 to design an agreement to levy sales tax on purchasers of goods bought via the Internet. The Supreme Court declared that it was unconstitutional for states to require sellers not in…
The pilosophy of Pope Francis
By Paul Woodward
AC Milan – Napoli, final score 1-2: Napoli conquer the San Siro
Mario Balotelli was in superb form, but Pepe Reina’s save on the forward’s penalty kick proved decisive, as Napoli came away from the San Siro winners against Milan — for the first time in 27 years.
Wenger expects even more from Ozil
London – Arsene Wenger believes there is more to come from Mesut Ozil after the Germany international continued his impressive start to life at Arsenal. Ozil has already provided three assists — more than any other Premier League player —…
Du Preez, spinners keep Bangladesh winless
A century from Mignon du Preez, followed by effective spells from South Africa women’s spinners, ensured Bangladesh women remained winless on their tour. The 95-run loss also meant Bangladesh had conceded the ODI series 0-2 to South Africa, with a…
Britain stops U.S. pop singer’s export of Jane Austen ring
LONDON – A campaign to prevent U.S. pop singer Kelly Clarkson from taking a ring owned by 19th century novelist Jane Austen out of Britain has raised enough money to save it, a museum said on Monday.
5 social media mistakes that mess with your career
These might cost you your job — or keep you from getting a new one.
‘American Idol’ discrimination suit moves forward
As “American Idol” begins its 13th season with a new judges’ panel, new producers and a whole new slew of hopefuls, the show’s business practices are under scrutiny as a discrimination lawsuit filed by 10 black former contestants continues to…
Kim Kardashian shares photo with Oprah Winfrey
Kim Kardashian has friends in high places! As nominees and A-list celebrities attended several pre-Emmys parties over the weekend, it was a birthday party at music producer Jimmy Iovine’s house that brought the reality star and Oprah Winfrey together for…
Global warming pause ‘central’ to IPCC climate report
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is meeting in Sweden to thresh out a critical report on global warming.
GPS in your phone
Last month, Aussie police reported that motorists who were trying to make it to the town of Mildura were instead getting routed into Murray Sunset National Park–43 miles away–by their iPhones, and getting stuck there overnight.
Human role in warming ‘more certain’ – UN climate chief
Scientists are more certain than ever that greenhouse gases from human activities are heating the planet, the head of the UN’s climate panel says.
Yesterday’s poll results
Question: Is the Jamaat claim of Abdul Quader Mollah not getting justice in the crimes against humanity case credible? Answers: Yes 80 percent No 20 percent Today’s question: Will the bringing of the Grameen Bank, as stated, under direct control…
Nairobi Westgate attack: ‘Most hostages now rescued’
Most of the people caught up in an attack on a shopping centre in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, have been rescued, defence officials have told the BBC.
Angela Merkel celebrates after German election win
Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservative party has won Germany’s election, but finished just short of an absolute majority, official results show.
Bo Xilai likely to appeal ‘unjust’ verdict
Bo Xilai, who was sentenced to life in prison for corruption on Sunday, has indicated that his verdict was unjust and is expected to launch an appeal, said a lawyer with direct knowledge of the case.
JCD has called half-day hartal in Barisal today
Barisal: Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) has called half-day hartal for Monday at Hijla upazila of the district in protest against the attack on BNP leasers.
2 secys transferred, 1 made OSD
Dhaka: Land Reform Board Secretary Nurul Haque was made Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and two other secretaries were transferred their offices.
Govt scared of fair polls, says Goyeshwar
Senior BNP leader Goyeshwar Chandra Roy has complained that the government is trying to hold a unilateral election since it is afraid of an ‘acceptable’ balloting.
EC studying polls code in 5 countries keeping Parliament
The Election Commission is studying the electoral law of five countries where general elections are held without dissolving Parliament, a top official said.
Train hits bus in Mohakhali, three hurt
Dhaka-bound inter-city Parabat Express rammed into a bus on Sunday night on the Mohakhali level crossing in Dhaka leaving at least three people injured.
Grameen to be under central bank
The Grameen Bank is to come under the jurisdiction of Bangladesh Bank for the first time since its formation in 1980s.
Sebastian Vettel storms to Singapore GP victory over Alonso
Sebastian Vettel dominated the Singapore Grand Prix to edge ever closer to a fourth consecutive title.
Manchester City crush Manchester United
Manchester City ensured David Moyes’ first derby as Manchester United manager ended in abject humiliation with a crushing victory at the Etihad Stadium.
Hollywood honors British influences before Emmy awards
LOS ANGELES — Kevin Spacey’s Emmy-nominated Netflix series “House of Cards” had British beginnings.