New Zealand Military to Procure One-Way Strike Drones for Modernization

Diverse protests in Caracas underscore the deep divisions ahead of crucial political transition talks in Venezuela.

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto prefecture in Japan, causing widespread damage and trapping people in collapsed buildings.

Venezuela summoned Iran's ambassador to protest remarks deemed 'contemptuous and inappropriate' against its institutions and authorities.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed a 'good meeting' with US President Donald Trump, discussing licenses for Patriot interceptor production and ways to revive negotiations with Russia.

A strike on Taganrog, a port city in southwestern Russia, has resulted in one death and one injury, according to regional authorities.

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi confirmed that 13 people have died following a major earthquake in Japan on Tuesday.

US and Saudi warplanes targeted Iran-backed militants in Iraq who launched drone attacks on US forces and Saudi energy infrastructure.

Authorities confirm an additional 30 deaths from the landslide in Chongqing's Pengshui County, raising the total death toll to 41.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia's Vladimir Putin no longer holds the initiative in the ongoing war due to significant losses.

An unprecedented drone assault on the Moscow region was largely repelled by Russian air defences overnight.

Peru's right-wing president-elect Keiko Fujimori will take office on Tuesday, vowing to address the nation's worsening security situation and impending climate crisis.

At least six Bangladeshi nationals were killed and one injured in a devastating fire at a shop in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province.

Prominent AI industry figures are advocating for a deliberate slowdown in the development of advanced AI models to address security and societal concerns.

Oil prices experienced a significant increase after Iran launched missiles intercepted by the US military.

Chelsea's Brazilian striker Joao Pedro is eager to make up for missing the World Cup, impressing new manager Xabi Alonso with a hat-trick in a pre-season friendly.

South Korea's SK hynix announces an unprecedented 1,242% year-on-year increase in second-quarter net profit, fueled by skyrocketing demand for AI chips.

The Ambulance Owner Welfare Association has withdrawn its planned nationwide strike after receiving assurances from the government that their demands will be addressed within 30 days.

The Ambulance Owner Welfare Association has withdrawn its prescheduled nationwide indefinite strike of ambulances and freezer vans after receiving assurances from the government that its demands would be addressed.

Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Minister AZM Zahid Hossain emphasizes the importance of vocational education in developing a skilled workforce capable of meeting contemporary demands.

The Ministry of Public Administration has withdrawn Assistant Commissioner (Land) Shaon Majumdar Suman following allegations of using a forged DO letter in the Deputy Speaker's name.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has announced the formation of a probe committee to investigate the collapse of a wall at Mirpur College that resulted in two deaths and seven injuries.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon expressed deep shock at the death of former BTV DG Mostafizur Rahman.

French Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc Sere-Charlet visited the Rajshahi Silk Factory and expressed France's interest in supporting the modernization of Bangladesh's traditional silk industry.

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain visited Pangu Hospital to check on those injured in the Mirpur wall collapse incident.

A Khulna University student has won first place in the National Essay Competition 2026.

A mobile court operation in Bagerhat led to the seizure and destruction of 2,000 metres of illegal fishing nets and the fining of two individuals.

A court in Manikganj has sentenced two individuals to death for the murder of a youth.

A prayer gathering was held at Nayapaltan's Jame Mosque seeking divine forgiveness for Shafiul Bari Babu, the former president of Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Swechchhasebak Dal.

Dhaka North City Corporation Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan encourages young people to participate in innovation and cleanliness activities to support the 'Clean Dhaka, Green Dhaka' programme.

The government is committed to eliminating class discrimination and ensuring welfare for the underprivileged.