Renowned jazz man Manu Dibango, to many the beloved “Papy Groove” who served as an inspiration and pioneer in his art, died on Tuesday with the coronavirus, his official Facebook page announced. He was 86.
Year: 2020
UN: 85% of new infections, deaths coming from Europe, US
Spain started storing bodies in an ice rink converted to a makeshift morgue Tuesday, as coronavirus deaths mounted there and around the world, with the World Health Organization warning the pandemic was still in a nascent stage with infections expected…
Bangladesh reports fourth coronavirus death: Infected 39
Another person has died from the coronavirus in Bangladesh, taking the total death toll from Covid-19 disease in the country to four, said the Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR).
10 doctors, 11 others quarantined in Cox’s Bazar
A total of 21 people — 10 physicians, eight nurses and three conservancy workers — were sent to home-quarantine in Sadar upazila on Tuesday as they came in contact with an elderly woman who was found to be infected with…
Virus Testing kits, PPE to arrive from China Thursday
The second batch of medical logistics including 10000 testing kits, 10000 personal protective equipment (PPE) and 1000 infrared thermometers will arrive here from Kunming, China on Thursday.
Khaleda to be released for six months: Must stay at home
The government has decided to free BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia from jail for six months suspending her sentences upon two conditions.
Hrithik watches sons play amid coronavirus lockdown
Hrithik Roshan is happy to spend quality time with his sons: Hrehaan and Hridaan as the actors is limited to his house in the times of coronavirus lockdown.
Shahnaz Rahmatullah’s first death anniversary observed
Culture Desk Shahnaz Rahmatullah emerged as a singer in Dhaka in the mid-1960s, beginning her career in radio at the age of 10. She sang many patriotic songs during the liberation war of the 1970s.
Harvey Weinstein tests positive for coronavirus: report
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, US media reported yesterday.
555 Jashore overseas returnees quarantined in 24hr
Jashore’s district administration sent another 555 overseas returnees to home quarantine in the last 24 hours until Monday night to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
Negotiators close on nearly $2 trillion virus aid package
Top congressional and White House officials emerged from grueling negotiations at the Capitol over the nearly $2 trillion coronavirus rescue package saying they expected to reach a deal Tuesday.
Maldini expects to recover from coronavirus ‘within week’
Former Italy football captain Paolo Maldini said Monday he expects to recover “within a week” after being diagnosed with the new coronavirus.
Malaria drugs’ promise for coronavirus spurs hope, shortages
Dhaka, March 24 – Excitement about treating the new coronavirus with malaria drugs is raising hopes, including with President Donald Trump. But the evidence that they may help is thin, and a run on the drugs is complicating access for…
Bangladesh shuts train servicesover Coronavirus
Dhaka, March 24 – The government shut down all local, mail and commuter train services from Tuesday to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Bangladesh.
Fighting coronavirus: It’s time to invest in universal public health
By Isabel Ortiz and Thomas Stubbs NEW YORK and LONDON, Mar 23 2020 (IPS) – Austerity policies pushed by international financial institutions have weakened public health systems, despite current financial support packages, condemning many people to die. As health systems…
Fisherfolk fix both food and climate by closing fishing grounds
By Kanis Dursin JAKARTA, Mar 23 2020 (IPS) – Samsul sounded very happy last Monday (Mar. 16) when recounting his experience of catching crabs worth more than $60 in a single day. “I hauled over 12 kilograms of crabs on…
Coronavirus and water: A round-up of global advice
The outbreak of a respiratory illness, known as COVID-19, continues to spread around the world. With one of the primary pieces of advice to regularly wash hands thoroughly to prevent the transfer of the disease, it means more than ever…
Coronavirus crisis: Now is the hour of Modern Monetary Theory
by Peter Bofinger on 23rd March 2020 @PeterBofinger Peter Bofinger argues MMT provides intellectual justification for a ‘whatever it takes’ fiscal response to potentially the biggest global postwar economic challenge.
Armed Forces called in to assist civil administration
Dhaka, March 23 – The Armed Forces have been called in to assist the civil administration in the fight against the deadly coronavirus outbreak in the country.
Steps inadequate to deal with coronavirus: Dr Kamal
Dhaka, March 23 – Gonoforum on Monday alleged that the government’s steps to tackle the coronavirus situation in the country are very inadequate as it wasted too much of valued time to take preparations to overcome the disaster. In a…
Islami Bank inaugurates sub-branch at Postagola of Dhaka
Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated Postagola sub-branch under its Shyampur Branch 22 March 2020, Sunday at Postagola, Dhaka. Md. Omar Faruk Khan, Additional Managing Director of the Bank inaugurated the sub-branch as chief guest. Presided over by Abu Sayed Md.…
Tokyo Olympics seem sure to happen — but in 2021, not 2020
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics are going to happen — but almost surely in 2021 rather than in four months as planned. This became clear after the IOC on Sunday announced it was considering a postponement. Major Olympic nations…
Aussie Olympic chiefs advise athletes to prepare for 2021
SYDNEY (AP) — The Australian Olympic Committee is advising its athletes to prepare for an Olympics in 2021. Ian Chesterman, Australia’s team leader for Tokyo, on Monday said “It’s clear the games can’t be held in July” because of the…
As virus spreads, next casualty could be Tokyo Olympics
TOKYO (AP) — As infections soared in Europe and the United States and the world economy spiraled downward, Japan on Monday hinted at the next possible victim of the globe-spanning coronavirus: The 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe…
Former Olympic swimming champion van der Burgh has virus
Former Olympic swimming champion Cameron van der Burgh said he has contracted the coronavirus and added his voice to concerns for athletes’ well-being if the Tokyo Games go ahead as scheduled. Van der Burgh, who retired from competitive swimming in…
Infantino eyes reboot for soccer to avoid crisis
GENEVA (AP) — The future of soccer could be fewer games and fewer top competitions to help avoid a financial crisis, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in a newspaper interview published Monday. With soccer around the world in near-total shutdown…
Noted educationist Burhanuddin Khan Jahangir passes away
Renowned educationist and writer Burhanuddin Khan Jahangir died of old age complications at his Gulshan residence in the city on Monday. He was 84.
Italy returnee with coronavirus symptoms dies in Kishoreganj
A 60-year-old man, who returned from Italy recently, died at a private hospital in Bhairab on Sunday night with coronavirus symptoms, doctors said.
PM Hasina to address nation March 25
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will brief the nation on the overall coronavirus situation in the country on March 25, Road, Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader said Monday.
Bangladesh economy under threat due to COVID-19: ICC,B
The International Chamber of Commerce, Bangladesh (ICC,B) has urged the policymakers to take the lead in bringing both public and private sector leadership together nothing that Bangladesh economy is under threat due to COVID-19.