Central Desk
Resolute Costa Rica snatch surprise win against Japan
Costa Rica have beaten Japan 1-0 to keep their hopes of qualification in the next round of the World Cup alive.
63.51% women in Bangladesh face online harassment
Around 63.51% of women respondents reported facing online violence, which was 50.19% last year, according to a study commissioned by ActionAid Bangladesh in 2022.
Tax lawyers seek 2 months more for filing tax returns
Sixty-seven tax lawyers' associations in the country have applied for an extension of two months for filing income tax returns due to the delay in receiving circulars of the tax year 2022-2023, Bangladesh Tax Lawyers Association (BTLA) has said.
Protests in Shanghai as anger mounts over China's zero-Covid policy
Angry crowds took to the streets of Shanghai early Sunday calling for an end to lockdowns, as China grapples with mounting public protests against its zero-Covid policy, reports AFP.
Dengue claims three lives, 523 hospitalized in 24 hrs
Three dengue patients died and 523 patients were admitted to different hospitals across the country during the past 24 hours till Sunday morning.
Another policeman suspended over escape of 2 convicted militants
Another policeman was suspended over the recent escape of two death-row convicts from police custody at a Dhaka court, bringing the tally of suspended cops to seven.
No chance of forming alliance with BNP: Raushon
Chief Patron of Jatiya Party (JaPa) and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Raushon Ershad on Sunday said that there is no question of making alliance with "tyrant political party" BNP.
Govt will not hinder BNP's Dec 10 rally: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Sunday said the government will not obstruct the BNP's rally to be held in Dhaka city on December 10.
Momen ‘not worried’ about Japanese Ambassador’s remarks
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Sunday said he is not worried about the election-related remarks made by Japanese Ambassador Ito Naoki, noting that evil people may take advantage of his simplicity.
SSC exams results tomorrow
The results of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations will be published tomorrow.
Govt to take tough action if BNP disrupts public life: Hasan
Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud on Sunday said the government will be compelled to take tough actions if BNP disrupts the lives of the people and tries to hold rally at Naya Paltan with the intention of creating chaos by blocking busiest road of the capital.
Poland beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 in World Cup
Robert Lewandowski scored the first World Cup goal of his prolific career on Saturday when he netted in Poland's 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia, bursting their bubble following the team's giant-killing act against Argentina, reports AFP.
Chinese-Canadian ex-pop star Kris Wu jailed for rape
Chinese-Canadian ex-pop star Kris Wu has been jailed for 13 years after being found guilty of rape, a Chinese court said Friday.
Imran Khan to address first rally since being shot
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan is expected on Saturday to address thousands of supporters at his first public appearance since being shot earlier this month in an assassination attempt he blamed on his successor, reports AFP.
Xi tells Kim China willing to work with N.Korea for 'world peace'
Chinese President Xi Jinping told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Beijing was willing to work with Pyongyang for world peace, North Korean state media said Saturday, reports AFP.