Houston, Dec 1 (AP/UNB) – George Herbert Walker Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died on Saturday (Bangladesh time) at age 94. His death was announced by his family Friday night on Twitter. The president’s health had been…
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Painter Qayyum Chowdhury’s death anniversary today
Culture Desk The fourth death anniversary of eminent painter, journalist, cultural personality, educationist and Professor Qayyum Chowdhury will be observed today.
Nepali girl dances for 126 hours to break Guinness World Records
A 17-year-old Nepali girl Bandana Nepal danced for 126 consecutive hours to set the Guinness World Records on “Longest Dancing Marathon by an Individual”.
Ramendu Majumdar gets ITI Award
Entertainment Desk Ramendu Majumdar, former President (worldwide) of the International Theatre Institute (ITI) and now its honorary president honored with ‘ITI Award’ for his outstanding long term commitment to ITI.
Imrul Kayes dropped from second Test
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Tuesday announced a 13-men squad for the second and final Test of ongoing West Indies series which will begin here on November 30 at Shere-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.
Munier Chowdhury’s 93rd birthday today
Culture Desk The 93rd birthday of martyred intellectual, educationist and playwright Munier Chowdhury will be celebrated in the country today.
Magician and actor Ricky Jay, of ‘Boogie Nights,’ dies at 72
Ricky Jay, a magician, historian of oddball entertainers and actor who appeared in “Boogie Nights” and other films, has died. He was 72.
Two Bengals pay tribute to Ayub Bachchu in Kolkata
Entertainment Desk Musicians and bands from both West Bengal and Bangladesh paid homage to legendary Bangladeshi rockstar Ayub Bachchu at Patuli Lokosanskriti Mela Ground in Kolkata, West Bengal, on Saturday.
PM to bear all treatment costs of filmmaker Amjad Hossain abroad
Entertainment Desk Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will bear all medical treatment costs of critically ill eminent film director Amjad Hossain including air ambulance expenses .
Ronaldo responds to award reports by leading Juventus to win
Nothing seems to motivate Cristiano Ronaldo more than the suggestion that other players are better than him.That was evident when Ronaldo skipped the UEFA player of the year award ceremony in August when he learned that former Real Madrid teammate…
Shah Rukh , AbRam Khan leave Mumbai
Shah Rukh Khan and AbRam Khan leave Mumbai for their London vacay on Thursday.
Alia responds to her wedding rumors
Alia Bhatt has made it clear that her well-wishers have to wait to see her marriage happening whenever it does.
John Bluthal no more
Entertainment Desk John Bluthal, who was best known for playing Frank Pickle in the Vicar of Dibley, has died at the age of 89.
Level playing field for all parties is a must: Hasna Moudud
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Amjad Hossain’s condition worsens
Culture Desk Veteran film activist Amjad Hossain has been in critical condition. The actor-cum-filmmaker suffered brain stroke in the morning of November 18 and was quickly admitted to the Impulse Hospital in Tajgaon where he was taken to ICU.
Pranksters plant missing ‘Picasso’ in Romania
A writer who thought she had found a painting by Pablo Picasso stolen in an infamous art heist six years ago said Sunday she was the victim of a “publicity stunt”.
Pamela blasts Australia PM for ‘smutty’ comment
Actress Pamela Anderson has criticised Australia’s prime minister for making “smutty” remarks about her, after earlier asking him to help Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Ms Anderson had urged Scott Morrison to bring Mr Assange to Australia. Mr Morrison rejected her…
Book on Khaleda Zia launched
A book on the political life and works of BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia, now in jail, was launched here on Sunday.
Priyanka’s mom Madhu kick starts wedding preparations
With less than 15 days to go for the big day, Priyanka’s mother Madhu Chopra was spotted in Jodhpur today as she started the preps for the big day.
Yimou’s Shadow wins most Golden Horse awards
One of China’s most acclaimed directors, a rising star with a tragic story and a documentary charting mass protests have all won top prizes at this year’s Golden Horse awards. The 55th annual awards – dubbed the “Chinese Oscars” –…
Ayub Bachchu tribute concert in Kolkata on Nov 24
Entertainment Desk Cafe Kabira is going to organising a tribute concert for legendary Bangladeshi rockstar Ayub Bachchu at Patuli Melar Math in Kolkata, West Bengal on November 24.
42nd death anniversary of Maulana Bhasani Nov 17
The 42nd death anniversary of veteran politician Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani will be observed across the country tomorrow.Popularly known as “Majlum Jananeta”, the leader of the downtrodden Maulana Bhasani, passed away on November 17 in 1976.
Golden Globes group gives $300000 to wildfire victims
The Hollywood Foreign Press Association is giving $300,000 to help the victims of California’s deadly wildfires.
Bangladesh rout Zimbabwe by 218 runs
Bangladesh routed visiting Zimbabwe by 218 runs in the second Test on day five at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Thursday.
Sibling rivalry made me write books, says Liane Moriarty
You might not have heard of Liane Moriarty, but you probably will know about Big Little Lies – Moriarty’s most famous book, which was turned into a hit TV series starring Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman last year. Now promoting…
Daniels’ lawyer Avenatti arrested
Michael Avenatti, lawyer for porn star Stormy Daniels in her suit against President Donald Trump, has been arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, police in Los Angeles say. Celebrity news website TMZ said this followed a physical confrontation between the…
Dr Yunus now in Spain on his book tour; meets star players
Completing his German book tour, Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus now reached Spain with his book — A World of Three Zeros.
Humayun Ahmed’s birthday celebrated in Nuhash Polli, Netrakona
Entertainment Desk At Nuhash Polli, located in Pirujali area of Gazipur Sadar’s upazila, Humyun’s wife Meher Afroz Shaon and their two sons Nishad and Ninit.
Nowadays everyone considers themselves film critics: Suniel Shetty
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty has supported the makers of Thugs of Hindostan, who are getting severe backlash from the audience and critics for the film’s poor story-line and direction, by saying that nowadays everyone consider themselves as film critics.
Baby Nazneen, Helal Khan collect BNP nomination paper
Singer Baby Nazneen and film actor Helal Khan collected nomination form on Monday to contest the 11th parliamentary election with BNP ticket.