Sabalenka Maintains Optimism as Cincinnati Open Approaches

Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto remains confident in the pace attack, relying on Taskin Ahmed and Hasan Mahmud in the absence of Nahid Rana ahead of the first Test against Australia.

Pacer Shoriful Islam has been cleared to fly to Australia to join the Bangladesh squad for the second Test, following a recovery from a hamstring injury.

Bangladesh's captain, Najmul Hossain Shanto, emphasizes the importance of a session-by-session approach as his team prepares to face Australia in the first Test.

Tongi Krira Chakra and BKSP secured significant wins in the Second Division U-18 Football League at Kamalapur Stadium.

Bangladesh U23 showcased a dominant performance against Malaysia, securing a 153-run victory in the first one-day game.

On Arafat Rahman Koko's 57th birth anniversary, Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman pays tribute to his lasting impact on Bangladesh cricket.

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasized that Arafat Rahman Koko was a sports organizer, not a politician.

Sri Lanka's Kusal Mendis has been ruled out of the upcoming two-Test series against India due to a hamstring injury, with Niroshan Dickwella returning to the squad.

Rajshahi Stars FC are preparing for the AFC Women's Champions League with new sponsorship and a fresh roster, aiming for a strong performance.

Bangladesh Police Football Club faced a tough 1-0 loss to seven-time Syrian champions Al-Ittihad Ahli in their AFC Challenge League debut.

World number two Elena Rybakina staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Naomi Osaka and secure a semi-final spot against Coco Gauff at the WTA Toronto Masters.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez tie the knot in a private ceremony in Cascais, Portugal.

Thirty-five Mauritanians returned home from Mali on Wednesday, alleging they were tortured during their detention, sparking national attention.

Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives concluded their first round of talks aimed at reconciling the nation following the ouster of Nicolas Maduro.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested 5% of the US Patriot stocks to help Ukraine survive the winter and counter Russian missile strikes.

Colombia has authorized joint military operations with the United States to combat drug trafficking, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.

Voters in eastern England's Clacton head to the polls for a by-election triggered by hard-right Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, with his main rival being a joke candidate called Count Binface.

Seoul's tech sector spearheaded gains across Asian stocks as traders reacted positively to slowing US inflation, easing fears of imminent Federal Reserve rate hikes.

Bangladesh and Thailand are in talks to establish a fair and ethical recruitment system for Bangladeshi workers.

The National Moon-Sighting Committee will gather tomorrow to determine the date of Eid-e-Miladunnabi, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Dhaka University held a comprehensive workshop to guide lecturers and assistant professors on modern academic practices.

Police arrested 42 individuals in targeted operations in Paltan and Hazaribagh over the past day.

Khulna police arrested a man with 4,000 yaba tablets in an operation following a tip-off.

Bangladesh Bank has terminated the contract of Chief Economist Dr. Mohammad Akhtar Hossain earlier than expected.

Khulna City Corporation is rolling out a major initiative to control the spread of dengue in specific high-risk areas.

The Rapid Action Battalion seized 349 bottles of counterfeit cough syrup in Lalmonirhat, acting on a tip-off.

Japan has invited Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit Tokyo, as both countries agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership, focusing on trade, investment, energy, security, and skilled manpower.

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has launched a digital database to promote a healthy cultural environment by cataloging artists, writers, and poets nationwide.

Social Welfare Minister Dr AZM Zahid Hossain emphasizes the need for swift decision-making and implementation to achieve the SDGs.

Experts emphasize the importance of delivering quality services to ensure safe institutional deliveries for rural mothers and reduce maternal and neonatal mortalities.