Colombian President Declares State of Emergency Following Devastating Earthquake

At least 13 people were killed in the northern Philippines due to floods, landslides, and accidents caused by heavy rains.

A tragic accident during a drag car race in Indonesia claimed the lives of eight spectators and injured nine others.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman expressed deep sorrow over the 16 Bangladeshi nationals who died in a factory fire in Riyadh.

Regions home to around 900 million people experienced their hottest July on record, according to AFP analysis.

A new wildfire near Athens, driven by strong winds, marks the second fire in the region this summer.

Indonesian firefighters have been battling wildfires in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park for eight consecutive days, affecting over 500 hectares.

Russia reported shooting down 456 Ukrainian drones in an overnight attack, with casualties reported in two Russian regions.

Bangladeshi officials express sorrow and offer support to families after 16 nationals were killed in a Riyadh factory fire.

Thai police are set to charge the owner of a Bangkok bar with multiple offenses following a deadly fire last month.

Despite weakening, Typhoon Dolphin has led to significant disruptions in eastern China, including hundreds of flight cancellations and heavy rain.

Recent attacks have resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries on both sides of the conflict.

Mehmet Kusman, an 86-year-old self-taught linguist, has dedicated his life to preserving the ancient language of the Urartu kingdom.

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 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.

Cultural Affairs Minister Advocate Nitai Roy Chowdhury praised the renowned painter S M Sultan, describing him as an artist of the soil and its people, and an extraordinary painter whose work transcended national boundaries.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police arrested a man with a large quantity of counterfeit bidi bandrolls, underscoring the city's ongoing battle against illegal manufacturing.

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury anticipates the announcement of the election schedule for the Bangladesh Tea Workers’ Union by August 30.