Four British-Bangladeshi women representing the Labour Party have been elected to parliament despite another debacle for the party in the general election.
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Samia returns with ‘PowerPlay’
Culture Desk Emerging presenter Samia Afrin has on-boarded with Bangladesh Premier League with post-game show at Maasranga Television. The programme titled ‘PowerPlay’ gives insightful reviews after every match of Bangabandhu BPL in the participation of cricket experts.
Nation to pay homage to martyred intellectuals Saturday
The nation is set to observe the Martyred Intellectuals’ Day tomorrow in a befitting manner.
Tulip Siddiq reelected in UK general election
Tulip Siddiq, granddaughter of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and niece of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has been reelected Member of Parliament (MP) in the UK general election 2019 as a candidate of Labour Party.
44 new dengue patients hospitalised in 24 hrs
Forty-four new dengue patients were admitted to different hospitals across the country in the last 24 hours till 8am on Friday.
Switzerland celebrates friendship with Bangladesh with music
The Embassy of Switzerland has celebrated the longstanding friendship between Switzerland and Bangladesh through a function titled “Swiss Night” with food, friends and music together.
India’s Parliament passes contentious citizenship bill
Indian lawmakers approved legislation granting citizenship to non-Muslims who migrated from Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan, even though critics said it undermines the country’s secular constitution.
Winners of National Film Award react over achievement
Entertainment Desk The prestigious National Film Award for the years 2017 and 2018 were distributed on Sunday. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina handed over the awards to the winners at a colorful ceremony at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre (BICC) in the…
Kim Kardashian West sues doctor over ‘Vampire Facial’
Reality TV star and businesswoman Kim Kardashian West is suing an Alabama doctor over claims he wrongly used her image to promote a medical procedure called a “Vampire Facial.”
Be alert against bribery, corruption: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday asked government officials to remain alert against bribery and corruption as the social diseases spoil the development of the country.
Royals bowl first against Platoon
Rajshahi Royals captain Andre Russell won the toss and opted to bowl first in their first encounter of Bangabandhu Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) on Thursday at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
56 new aids patients detected in Khulna division
Fifty-six new aids patients were detected in the division between November year and October 2019.
Rani Mukerji visits Mumbai’s Police Control Room
Bollywood actor Rani Mukerji who is essaying the role of tough cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in her upcoming flick Mardaani 2 visited the Police Control Room in Mumbai and discussed how cyber-crime is putting women and girls at risk in…
Lata Mangeshkar returns home
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who had been hospitalised for 28 days, returned home last week and thanked fans for their love and support.
Challengers bowl first in BPL opener against Thunder
Chattogram Challengers opted to bowl first against Sylhet Thunder in the opener of the special edition of Bangladesh Premier League, the Bangabandhu BPL, on Wednesday.
Shun negative attitudes towards leprosy patients: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday urged everyone to eschew negative attitudes and stop isolating leprosy patients and instead take initiative for their proper treatment.
Mother, son die after falling off running bus in Narayanganj
A woman and her four-year-old son were killed after they fell off a running bus at Shimultali area in Araihazar upazila on Tuesday night.
Padma Bridge’s 18th span installed
Around 2,700 metres of Padma Bridge became visible after the installation of the 18th span at Majher Char in Jajira upazila of Shariatpur on Wednesday.
36 new dengue patients hospitalised in 24 hrs
Thirty-six new dengue patients were admitted to different hospitals across the country in the last 24 hours till 8am on Wednesday.
Whole body vibration reduces diabetic inflammation: Study
Whole body vibration (WBV) can significantly improve how well our body uses glucose as an energy source and adjust our microbiome and immune cells to reduce diabetic inflammation, says a new study.
Sushmita Sen announces return to films
Sushmita Sen has announced that she is returning to films, nearly a decade after her last Bollywood outing, Anees Bazmee’s No Problem (2010).
Tokyo Paralympic ticket demand tops supply
When it comes to tickets, next year’s Tokyo Paralympics will be just like the Olympics: There’s more demand than there are tickets.
Bangladesh role model in curbing militancy: Home Minister
Home Minister Ashaduzzaman Khan Kamal on Tuesday said Bangladesh is a role model in eradicating militancy from the country as it has achieved remarkable success in its fight against militancy.
London offers winter warmers with a festive flavor
Mulled wine, warm spiced cider and hot toddies have long been British staples during winter. Whiskey expert Ross Dennis at Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery explains that the hot toddy comes from Scotland.
ADB partners with Bangladesh to support health care PPP
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government of Bangladesh on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly promote public-private partnership (PPP) projects in the country’s health care sector.
World’s first car that can fly
It has been over century in the making, but the world’s first ‘fly and drive car’ is set to make its US debut Tuesday night in Miami, Florida.
Miss South Africa wins 2019 Miss Universe crown
Miss South Africa was crowned Miss Universe on Sunday in Atlanta after a lavish ceremony filled with glitter and heartfelt speeches about female empowerment.
SA Games Archery: Suma, Sohel, Shana win gold for Bangladesh
Suma Bishwash, Md Sohel Rana and Mohammad Ruman Shana won gold medals for Bangladesh in archery competition at the 13th South Asian Games at Pokhara Stadium in Nepal on Monday.
New “Shaun the Sheep” film to hit Chinese theaters in December
“Farmageddon,” a new production of the “Shaun the Sheep” franchise, will hit the Chinese mainland theaters on Dec. 28, the film’s official Weibo account announced Monday.
North Korea opens mountain spa, ski resort in tourism push
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opened a new mountain spa and ski resort that’s intended for people to enjoy “high civilization under socialism” in another example of the country using tourism exemptions in sanctions to build revenue for its…