haka, Jan 20 – Newly-appointed Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Naoki Ito on Monday said Japan is ready to extend any kind of assistance in resolving Rohingya crisis as the country wants a sustainable solution to the problem.
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Harry and Meghan: No other option but to step back, says duke
The Duke of Sussex has said he is “taking a leap of faith” in stepping back from being a senior royal, saying “there really was no other option”.
Dhaka City 3.4˚ warmer than rural areas, says Study
Dhaka, Jan 20 – The surface urban heat island (SUHI) in the urban core of Dhaka is 3.4 degrees Celsius higher than rural locations, posing various threats to the city dwellers, according to a study.
Freshers’ orientation program held at BAU
Mymensingh, Jan 19 – An orientation program for the newly admitted students of 2019-20 session was held at Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin auditorium of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) on Sunday.
Civil Aviation, Tourism Ministry move for Tobacco-free BD
Dhaka, Jan 19 – According to the Global Adult Tobacco Survey 2017, even in the provision of tobacco control law, almost 50% of people are being exposed to secondhand smoking in public places. In order to rescue the people from…
China’s Xi discuses Rohingya repatriation issue with Myanmar
Dhaka, Jan 19 – China has reaffirmed its willingness to provide further support, within its capacity, to Myanmar in the Rohingya repatriation process and resettlement of the displaced people from Rakhine State.
Onion prices in BD show downward trend
Dhaka, Jan 19 – The prices of onion –a common kitchen essential have come down to Tk. 100 and below around four months later, giving a big relief to the pockets of consumers.
BD High Court wants commission to fight rape, violence
Dhaka, Jan 19- The High Court on Sunday asked the government to form a commission within 30 days under the Law Ministry to stop rape and violence against women.
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Thousands gather for Women’s March rallies across the US
Washington, AP/UNB, Jan 19 – Thousands gathered in cities across the US Saturday as part of the nationwide Women’s March rallies focused on issues such as climate change, pay equity, reproductive rights and immigration.
Harry, Meghan to quit royal jobs, give up ‘highness’ titles
London, AP/UNB, Jan 19 – Goodbye, your royal highnesses. Hello, life as — almost — ordinary civilians. Prince Harry and wife Meghan will no longer use the titles “royal highness” or receive public funds for their work under a deal…
Leaving Europe
by Paul Mason @paulmasonnews Paul Mason turns in his Social Europe column from postcapitalism to the theme of post-Brexit Britain. Since 2016 there’s been a question in the back of my mind: which is the last European city I will…
EVM use can’t be allowed, says Oikyafront
Dhaka, Jan 18 – Describing the electronic voting machine (EVM) as a new method of rigging votes, Jatiya Oikyafront on Saturday warned that it will not allow the Election Commission (EC) to use it in the elections to two Dhaka…
Dhaka North and South City polls now on Feb 1
Dhaka, Jan 18 – Elections to both the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) and Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) will now be held on February 1 instead of January 30.
Disappeared father traced after 48 years thru Facebook post
Beanibazar, Sylhet, Jan 18 – A man who had disappeared 48 years back, has finally been traced by his children through a Facebook post in Beanibazar Upazila of Sylhet.
Where is the ‘deal’ in the European Green Deal?
y Estrella Durá Ferrandis and Irina de Sancho Alonso on 14th January 2020 @estrella_dura The New Deal was a social contract with the American people. A European Green New Deal must likewise enshrine social alongside ecological aspirations.
China-US trade deal to reduce global uncertainty, IMF chief
Washington, Xinhua/UNB, Jan 18 – The newly signed China-U.S. phase-one trade deal will reduce the uncertainty that has impeded global economic growth, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said Friday.
Feminists press for ‘bodily Autonomy’ as 19 nations dissent
By Thalif Deen UN, Jan 17 2020 (IPS) – The United States and 18 other UN member states have come under fire for denying a woman’s legitimate right to “bodily autonomy”—the right to self-governance over one’s own body without coercion…
Corporal punishment has no virtues
The greatest birthday present ‘teachers’ and Imams in Bangladesh can give Bangabandhu on his 100th birthday anniversary this March 17, would be to amend their ways, abolish corporal punishment in its many forms, and stop damaging his children – the…
Malaysia seeks Asean’s role to resolve Rohingya crisis
Asean should constructively engage China, Myanmar, together with Bangladesh, says Malaysian FM Malaysia has urged Asean to address the civil war in Myanmar’s Rakhine state to find a long-term solution to the Rohingya crisis that affects Bangladesh in many ways.
Search for rare species as 1bn Australia flames toll feared
New South Wales, AP/UNB, Jan 18 – Australia’s unprecedented wildfires season has so far charred 40,000 square miles (104,000 square kilometres) of brushland, rainforests, and national parks — killing by one estimate more than a billion wild animals. Scientists fearsome…
24 breweries, distilleries, and wineries for sustainability
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Bangladeshi filmmaker Megh included in RIFF jury team
Dhaka, Jan 17 – Bangladeshi filmmaker Monjurul Islam Megh has been included as a member of an international jury of the 6th Rajasthan International Film Festival (RIFF) 2020.
Bangladesh confirms Nipah case in Khulna
Dhaka, Jan 17 – A young girl was diagnosed with Nipah virus at Khulna Medical College Hospital (KMCH) on Thursday – the first reported case at the hospital in three years.
Rajshahi Royals lift Bangabandhu BPL T20 crown
Dhaka, Jan 17 – Rajshahi Royals emerged as the champion of Bangabandhu Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) beating Khulna Tigers by 21 runs at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Friday.
Tablig Jamaat Biswa Iztema second phase begins in Tongi
Dhaka, Jan 17 – The second phase of the 55th Biswa Ijtema, the second-largest annual congregation of the Muslims, began yesterday morning on the bank of Turag River at Tongi, on the outskirts of the Dhaka city, amid tigh t…
Trump stands trial at the start of an election year
Washington, AP/UNB, Jan 17 – The U.S. Senate opened the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump with a quiet ceremony Thursday — senators standing at their desks to swear an oath of “impartial justice” as jurors, House prosecutors formally reciting…
A Tribute to Sir Fazle Hasan Abed (1936 – 2019)
By Nayema Nusrat New York (IPS) – “When I think about Bangladesh, I think about everybody. Not everybody is enjoying Rabindranath and the great literature and culture that Bangladesh has. But I think everybody has got the right to have…
Billionaires beware
By Anis Chowdhury and Jomo Kwame Sundaram Sydney and Kualalumpur, Jan 7 2020 (IPS) – The latest November 2019 UBS/PwC Billionaires Report counted 2,101 billionaires globally, or 589 more than five years before. Earlier, Farhad Manjoo had seriously recommended, ‘Abolish…