France Reports Over 5,700 Excess Deaths During June Heatwave

Cuba's population has fallen to 9.4 million in 2025, marking a continued decline driven by economic hardship and migration.

Venezuela's former president Nicolas Maduro is set to appear in a New York court on Wednesday for his third public hearing since being captured by US military forces in January.

Iran has once again denied the existence of any secret nuclear complex at Kolang Mountain following threats from US President Donald Trump.

Bahrain's interior ministry sounded sirens on Wednesday, urging citizens and residents to seek safety amid escalating US-Iran hostilities.

China reaffirms its unwavering support for Bangladesh during crises with a $100,000 donation.

Bangladesh and the United States are looking to deepen bilateral cooperation.

The death toll from a tunnel collapse at an under-construction hydroelectric project in India's northeast has risen to 20.

Mykhailo Drapaty has been appointed as the new commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces, a move aimed at addressing ongoing military and political challenges.

Bangladesh and China have discussed cooperation on transport corridors to deepen connectivity and economic ties.

The United States is set to announce a significant deal with Saudi Arabia to establish a civilian nuclear program.

Wildfires in Algeria have killed six people, with several fires still raging across the North African country.

Japan is experiencing unprecedented extreme heat, with new meteorological warnings issued across the nation.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman emphasized that the 'Bangladesh First' policy will guide the country's external relations during bilateral meetings in Manila.

South Korean Ambassador to Bangladesh Jijoon Kim visited the Samsung manufacturing plant of Fair Electronics in Shibpur, Narsingdi, reaffirming continued commitment to Bangladesh's industrialisation.

Abu Hena Rasel, a veteran journalist with over three decades of experience, passed away today at 57 while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases.

Victoria Sporting Club and Chawkbazar Kings emerged victorious in their respective matches in the Second Division (U-18) Football League.

The ongoing tree fair at Khulna Circuit House Maidan is drawing huge crowds and promoting environmental awareness.

Bangladesh Bank has increased the Exporters' Retention Quota (ERQ) from 7.5 percent to 15 percent for merchandise exporters.

A Chandpur court sentences Md. Arun Bhuiyan to life imprisonment for raping a seven-year-old child in 2021.

Dhaka district administration has rolled out a lottery system for Union Parishad (UP) secretary postings to promote transparency and fairness.

Bangladesh's young and skilled IT professionals can emerge as reliable partners in meeting Japan's growing technology sector workforce demand, according to Bangladesh Ambassador to Japan Md Daud Ali.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested 57 individuals in coordinated raids across crime-prone areas in Tejgaon.

Energy ministry officials confirm the country's fuel supply chain remains stable with ample diesel stock.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has intensified its efforts to maintain traffic discipline by filing 2,719 cases against violators in recent enforcement drives across the capital.

Persistent policy uncertainties and renewed Middle East tensions dampen investor sentiment.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has filed a money laundering case against the managing director, chairman, and another director of Bestway Land Properties Ltd, along with 17 affiliated companies.

bKash has completed the largest Bangla QR rollout, enabling customers to make cashless payments at over 800,000 merchants across Bangladesh.

Member of Parliament Dipen Dewan visited flood-affected areas in Langadu upazila and distributed relief materials.

The government, led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, is set to launch a 'National Health Card' to narrow the urban-rural healthcare gap and ensure every citizen has access to modern, quality healthcare.

Outgoing Chief of Bangladesh Navy Admiral M Nazmul Hassan met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at the Prime Minister's Office.