US Women's Basketball Team Wins Record 12th World Cup Title

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.

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.

France's Diane Parry won her first WTA title by defeating Belgian second seed Elise Mertens in the Monterrey tournament final.

In a groundbreaking achievement, Bangladesh's U-20 women's hockey team defeated Malaysia 2-1 to secure fifth place in the Women's U-20 Junior Asia Cup Hockey tournament.

In a monumental display of skill, the Bangladesh Ansar and VDP women's baseball team achieved their first-ever international victory, overwhelming Indonesia 26-0.

Hosts Morocco and Algeria have both advanced to the quarter-finals of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) after finishing top two in their respective groups.

Bangladesh's U-20 women's hockey team was eliminated from the semifinal race of the U-20 Women’s Junior Asia Cup Hockey after a 2-0 defeat to Japan in a competitive quarterfinal.

Elena Rybakina avenged her French Open defeat to Yuliia Starodubtseva, securing a place in the US Open fourth round.

In a monumental display of grit and grace, the Bangladesh Women’s cricket team secured their first-ever ODI victory against Sri Lanka.

A nationwide T20 cricket tournament will be held in memory of late Arafat Rahman Koko to discover talent from remote areas.

Bangladesh is keen to play a bilateral T20I series against Nepal next year despite a busy schedule, with both boards actively discussing the possibility.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board's Integrity Unit, led by independent chair Alex Marshall, is intensifying efforts to eradicate corruption within the country's cricket ecosystem.

Bangladesh allrounder Mehedi Hasan Miraz delivered another stellar bowling performance, guiding Guyana Amazon Warriors to a six-wicket victory over Trinbago Knight Riders in the Caribbean Premier League.

Bangladesh U-17 women's national football team is set to play Jordan in the second and final friendly match on Sunday, as part of their preparations for the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers.

Ben Shelton is confident his problem-solving skills will lead him to a maiden Grand Slam title as he prepares to face Alexander Zverev in the US Open final.

Ben Shelton's powerful serve and relentless play earned him a four-set victory over Frances Tiafoe, securing his place in the US Open final against Alexander Zverev.

International Master Mohammad Fahad Rahman of Bangladesh defeated Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Pa in the sixth round of the 1st Berjaya Global Open Chess 2026 – Masters in Johor, Malaysia, securing a share of the lead.

North Korean athletes received a warm welcome as they arrived in Japan for the Asian Games, wearing distinctive white blazers and pink ties.

Bangladesh's U-20 hockey team faced a decisive defeat against Japan, ending their hopes of qualifying for the Junior Hockey World Cup.

Elena Rybakina rallied from a set down to beat Coco Gauff and book a US Open championship showdown with two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka.

Yu Zidi, the 13-year-old swimming prodigy from China, is making waves with her incredible performances and has her sights set on Olympic glory.

Minister A Z M Zahid Hossain urges BNP members to remain united to secure victory in upcoming local government elections.

The Nazrul Dance Festival 2026 concluded with performances inspired by Kazi Nazrul Islam's works.

Scout Adventure and Scout Day 2026 were observed in Manikganj with an attractive display and cultural programme at the Shaheed Miraj-Tapon Stadium.

A ferry carrying 243 people capsized off the coast of Java, resulting in six confirmed deaths and 129 missing.

Jatiya Sangsad Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, has accused the currently banned Awami League of bringing disaster to Bangladesh, stealing the country's reserves, and transferring them to the Philippines.

Prime Minister's Adviser on Public Administration Md Ismail Zabihullah emphasized the importance of adopting artificial intelligence as a programme to enhance Bangladesh's productivity and competitive capacity.

State Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr MA Muhit announced major state investment in technology-driven innovation and research to overhaul the country's healthcare system.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the need to increase domestic agricultural production to reduce dependence on imports.

Nazimur Rahman, Chattogram metropolitan BNP general secretary, underscores the essential role of Kaptai Lake in the environment, economy, and livelihoods of Chattogram Hill Tracts residents.

Thousands of Kenyans gathered in Nairobi for a major opposition rally, signaling growing discontent with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 election.

France's interior minister has called for caution as authorities investigate the derailment of a train that injured 44 people, amid questions over whether the incident could have been an act of sabotage.

The 48th founding anniversary of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal was celebrated in Rajshahi with various programs.

House Speaker Mike Johnson warns that over-regulating AI could hand China the tech advantage.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam urged France to increase investment in Bangladesh and provide greater access for Bangladeshi products.

Standard Chartered Bangladesh recently convened the inaugural Financial Markets Leadership Forum, bringing together regulators and nearly 200 industry leaders to discuss the evolving financial markets landscape.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized that the rights and dignity of all communities in Bangladesh, regardless of religion or caste, will be ensured through a firmly established democracy.

Intense fighting in Yemen between government forces and Houthi rebels has displaced nearly 86,000 people, according to the United Nations.

Today marks the 122nd birth anniversary of Syed Mujtaba Ali, a renowned Bengali writer, journalist, linguist, and a key figure in the Bengali language movement.