2026 World Cup: United States and Australia Progress to Round of 32

Cameroon secured a surprise 1-0 victory over defending champions Nigeria in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, setting up a semi-final clash with hosts Morocco.

Ben Shelton, the defending champion, defeated Joao Fonseca to advance to the quarter-finals of the ATP Montreal Masters.

Inter Miami faced a tough 2-1 loss to Monterrey in the Leagues Cup as captain Lionel Messi was absent following the passing of his father.

FIFA has strongly condemned what it describes as a 'concerted and ongoing effort' to undermine its leadership, particularly President Gianni Infantino, amidst various allegations and controversies.

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi was absent following the death of his father, as the team lost 2-1 to Monterrey in the Leagues Cup.

Jorge Messi, the father and agent of football legend Lionel Messi, has passed away at the age of 68.

Morocco and Algeria make history by reaching the Women's Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals and qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.

State Minister for Youth and Sports Md Aminul Haque highlighted the role of sports in building a drug-free society.

Jorge Messi, the father and influential figure in Lionel Messi's life, has passed away at the age of 68.

Bangladesh marked World Wushu-Kung Fu Day with a vibrant rally in the capital, emphasizing the martial arts' benefits and the nation's commitment to international competition.

Bangladesh's women's club champions, Rajshahi Stars FC, prepare for their historic debut in the AFC Women's Champions League this month.

Travis Head has made history by winning Australia's Allan Border Medal for the second year running.

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and the Bangladesh Economic Zones Investors Association (BEZIA) have held a high-level meeting to address challenges and accelerate investment in economic zones.

The Bangladeshi government has pledged to cover all medical costs for conjoined twins Zainab and Umme Kulsum.

To enhance security and combat crime, Bagerhat police have established special checkposts on major routes, emphasizing public safety.

A 14-year-old schoolgirl, abducted and harassed by a local man, has been rescued by Rapid Action Battalion-13 in Gaibandha.

Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves have reached a new high of $36.96 billion, according to recent data from Bangladesh Bank.

The Chattogram Education Board has seen a decline in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) pass rate and GPA-5 this year, attributed to poor performance in Mathematics and English.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam announced the government's initiative to reduce overseas migration costs to a maximum of Tk 300,000.

Residents of Pankhali village in Khulna's Dakop upazila have welcomed the government's declaration of their village as a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Village.

Rangpur's top educational institutions have once again delivered outstanding results in the 2026 SSC exams, with several schools achieving near-perfect pass rates and GPAs.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the importance of honoring the sacrifices of the July martyrs by working to build a peaceful and prosperous Bangladesh.

The Election Commission has unveiled a draft list of voting centers for local government polls in Chattogram, inviting public scrutiny until August 18.

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Colombia and neighboring countries, causing significant damage and casualties.

A seminar on the growing impact and challenges of artificial intelligence was held at Islamic University to prepare students for future opportunities.

The Cabinet has approved the draft Bank Resolution (Amendment) Act, 2026 along with two other draft laws.

A gang of 10-15 armed robbers targeted an under-construction factory in the Mirsarai Economic Zone, leading to a swift police operation.

Mark Zuckerberg advocates for open source AI accessibility as Meta introduces a new model designed to run on personal computers.

Police have arrested seven individuals in connection with a robbery at an under-construction factory in the Mirsarai Economic Zone, recovering around 250 meters of stolen electric cables.

The Bangladeshi government is set to build 4,599 new playgrounds in cities and rural areas to improve sports facilities and promote a healthy lifestyle.