US President Donald Trump has said Nato is “no longer obsolete”, reversing a stance that had alarmed allies. Hosting Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the White House, Mr Trump said the threat of terrorism had underlined the alliance’s importance.
Washington, Apr 13 (AP/UNB) – Laying bare deep and dangerous divisions on Syria and other issues, President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that U.S. relations with Russia “may be at an all-time low.” His top diplomat offered a similarly grim assessment…
United Nations, Apr 13 (AP/UNB) – Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution Wednesday that would have condemned the reported use of chemical weapons in a town in northern Syria and demanded a speedy investigation, triggering clashes between Moscow and the measure’s…
Munich,(AP/UNB) – Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice for Real Madrid to beat Bayern Munich 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal on Wednesday, ending the German side’s tournament record of 16 straight wins at home.
Madrid,(AP/UNB) – Antoine Griezmann converted a first-half penalty kick to give Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win over Leicester in their first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals on Wednesday, keeping the Spanish club on track to make it to the…
Dhaka, Apr 12 – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said no one will be able to show Khaleda Zia anything if she keeps her eyes closed. The premier strongly criticised the BNP chief for giving ‘false’ and ‘confusing’ information…
Dhaka – BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia on Wednesday termed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s recent India visit as totally failed in terms of “only giving away and not getting anything” as many agreements and memorandum of understandings (MoUs) were signed on…
Dhaka – The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced eight stalwarts of the modern era as Champion Ambassadors including former captain of Bangladesh cricket team Habibul Bashar for the ensuing ICC Champions Trophy to be held at three iconic venues…
PROVIDENCE, Guyana, (BSS/AFP) – West Indies captain Jason Holder won the toss and chose to bat in the third and last match of their One-Day International series against Pakistan at the National Stadium in Guyana on Tuesday.On the heels of…
Dozens of people showed symptoms consistent with exposure to chemicals after aircraft attacked Khan Sheikhoun, a town in northern Syria, witnesses told us. While we are continuing to investigate, early reports suggest dozens were killed. Khan Sheikhoun is controlled by…
Congressional efforts to draft a new version of a bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act may be just as threatening to women across the United States as the previous Republican-sponsored bill, Human Rights Watch said today, based on media…
Turin, (AP/UNB) – Paulo Dybala said last week he doesn’t want to be known as the new Lionel Messi. On Tuesday, the Argentine proved he can be just as good as his more famous compatriot, scoring two goals as Juventus…
Carson, (AP/UNB) – LA Galaxy goalkeeper Dan Kennedy has retired after a 10-year MLS career.Kennedy announced his decision Tuesday while joining the Galaxy’s front office and broadcasting teams.
Refuse operators live in fear of accidentally killing a rough sleeper The UK homeless crisis means that refuse collectors are now living with the fear that they could accidentally kill a person sleeping in a commercial wheeled bin as they…
Dhaka, Apr 11 – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday said there is nothing obligatory to purchase arms from any particular country as per the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on defence cooperation between Bangladesh and India. “It’s not binding…
By Tharanga Yakupitiyage UN, Apr 10 (IPS) – Pakistani education activist Malala Yousafzai has become the youngest UN Messenger of Peace with a special focus on girls’ education. During a designation ceremony, UN Secretary-General António Guterres selected and honoured Yousafzai…
Dhaka – Cutter master Mustafizur Rahman left here for India on Tuesday afternoon to play the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) for defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad.He is likely to play the team’s 3rd match against Mumbai Indian on Wednesday at…
Dhaka – A Tri-nation Physically Challenged T20 Cricket Tournament involving hosts Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka will begin on Sunday at Jagannath Hall ground of Dhaka University.
Dhaka – Bangladesh U-16 Women’s Football team will leave the capital for China on April 19 to play some friendly matches in Xian South West City of China from April 20-25 as part of their preparation for AFC U-16 Women’s…
India’s Reliance Power has signed agreements with Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDP) for phase 1 of 750 MW liquefied natural gas (LNG) combined cycle power project at Meghnaghat, near Dhaka in Bangladesh. The company has signed a power purchase agreement…
A man’s refusal to give up his seat on an overbooked United Airlines flight led to a disturbing scene Sunday that has travelers up in arms over airline policies.
Indore, (AP/UNB) – Kings XI Punjab demolished Royal Challengers Bangalore by eight wickets for their second successive victory in the Indian Premier League on Monday.An unbeaten 58 from Hashim Amla and a belligerent 43 off just 22 balls by captain…
Pyongyang, Apr 11 (AP/UNB) – North Korea is vowing tough counteraction to any military moves that might follow the U.S. move to send the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier and its battle group to waters off the Korean Peninsula.
New Delhi, Apr 10 – Indian President Pranab Mukherjee has said India deeply appreciates Bangladeshi Prime Minister’s role in giving a new direction to the India-Bangladesh relationship and making it what it is today — a strong, vibrant and exemplary…
BUENOS AIRES,(BSS/AFP) – Argentina’s football association fired Edgardo Bauza as coach of the crisis-hit national team as it struggles to qualify for next year’s World Cup, the head of the body said Monday.It was the first big move by the…
NEW YORK, (BSS/AFP) – The United States, Mexico and Canada on Monday announced a joint bid to stage the 2026 World Cup, aiming to become the first three-way co-hosts in the history of FIFA’s showpiece tournament. US Soccer Federation chief…
Nava Thakuria Unfazed by China’s relentless opposition, Tibetan spiritual leader, his Holinessthe 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, finally set foot on the soil of Arunachal Pradesh last week. The Nobel peace laureate, who was in Guwahati on April 1 where…
By Claudia Ciobanu Warsaw, Apr 8 (IPS) – Ameer Alkhawlany moved to Poland in September 2014 to pursue a Master’s in biology at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland’s second largest city. Two years later, the Polish state awarded him…
Dhaka – Awami League presidium member and Health minister Mohammad Nasim on Monday criticised the BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia for saying that the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has sold the country to India by signing anti-state pacts during her four-day…
SYDNEY, (BSS/AFP) – English Premier League giants Liverpool will play leading Australian club Sydney FC in Sydney next month, the A-League team said Monday.Jurgen Klopp’s team will line-up at the Olympic stadium on May 24. “This is an incredible opportunity…