Central Desk
Residents near toxic US train derailment told water 'safe' to drink
The governor of Ohio told residents living near the site of a toxic train derailment that it was "safe" to drink the water, as authorities investigate potential environmental fallout from the accident earlier this month, reports AFP.
India reiterated commitment on Teesta, zero killing at border: FS
Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen on Wednesday said New Delhi reiterated its commitment to ink the long pending Teesta water sharing deal and ensure zero killing on porous borders as he held talks with his Indian counterpart Vinay Kwatra here.
Bangladesh Bank to release new note of Tk 1000 on Thursday
Bangladesh Bank (BB) will issue new bank notes of Tk1,000 denomination on Thursday.
I never want to come to power through vote-rigging: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said the next parliamentary election would be held here in a free and fair manner as the Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh is completely independent.
N. Korea unveils stamps featuring Kim Jong Un's daughter
North Korea has unveiled new postage stamps featuring leader Kim Jong Un's daughter, in what experts described as another sign of her rise as heir apparent of the nuclear-armed nation, reports AFP.
Cruise outshines Oscars rivals as Academy readies for award show
Tom Cruise lived up to his billing as the "last true movie star" as nearly 200 of this year's Oscar nominees gathered to celebrate -- and size up their competition -- at the Academy's boozy annual luncheon Monday, reports AFP.
Bangladesh suffer defeat to Australia despite Joty's fifty
Captain Nigar Sultana Joty became the first Bangladeshi batter to hit a half century in ICC Women's T20 World Cup but that couldn't prevent her side from suffering a eight-wicket defeat to Australia in their second game of the tournament at Gqeberha in South Africa yesterday.
Controversy over President-elect unexpected: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal termed the ongoing controversy over President-elect Md Sahabuddin unexpected. He made the remarks at a press conference on Wednesday.
US highlights importance of free, fair elections in Bangladesh
Counselor of the US Department of State Derek Chollet has emphasized continued US support to Bangladesh in addressing Rohingya issues, the importance of “free and fair” elections and the protection of human rights, cooperation to mitigate climate change, and a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Camilla will not wear Koh-i-Noor diamond for coronation
Camilla, wife of Britain's King Charles, will wear the crown of Queen Mary for her coronation in May, Buckingham Palace said, avoiding the use of a crown featuring the disputed 105-carat Koh-i-Noor diamond which India has demanded be returned, reports Reuters.
PSG hoping for Mbappe return in Bayern Champions League showdown
Paris Saint-Germain are hoping Kylian Mbappe can make a rapid recovery from injury and feature in Tuesday's Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich as the French club aim to put a run of poor form behind them in a tie that could define their season, reports AFP.
Turkey quake Europe's worst natural disaster in 'a century': WHO
The WHO said on Tuesday last week's massive earthquakes, which killed thousands in Turkey and Syria, constituted the "worst natural disaster" in 100 years in what it classified as its European region, reports AFP.
Pahela Falgun being celebrated with festival flavor
Pahela Falgun is being celebrated across the country with festival flavor by wearing yellow dresses, flower-made ornaments and holding traditional musical functions.
BNP starts road march losing its path: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Tuesday said sensing defeat, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is now afraid of joining the next general elections and the party has begun road march losing its path.
China says more than 10 US balloons flew in its airspace
China on Monday said more than 10 U.S. high-altitude balloons have flown in its airspace during the past year without its permission, following Washington's accusation that Beijing operates a fleet of surveillance balloons around the world, reports AP.