Ukraine Names Mykhailo Drapaty as New Army Chief Amid Ongoing Challenges

The owner of a Michelin-starred South Korean restaurant is facing a year in jail for serving sorbet garnished with black ants.

The UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has recommended that the UN General Assembly consider Bangladesh's request for a three-year extension of its Least Developed Country (LDC) status graduation.

Heavy rains in Chile have resulted in at least 13 fatalities and left over 60,000 people isolated.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned ASEAN that Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent affecting global maritime trade.

The US launched fresh strikes on Iran, triggering air defences in Tehran and pushing the cost of the ongoing Middle East war to $37.5 billion.

Narrow maritime straits like Hormuz and Malacca remain critical to global trade and a source of geopolitical tension.

An independent report warns that New Zealand may miss its emissions reduction targets due to recent government policy decisions.

A ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana, resulting in at least 53 deaths and 76 rescued.

President Donald Trump has vowed that the United States is not finished attacking Iran, as Tehran broadens its offensive against Gulf states.

The US and Iran have continued their military confrontation, with fresh strikes reported on both sides.

A fast-moving wildfire in southern France has forced hundreds to evacuate and is being battled by nearly 1,000 firefighters.

Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed human remains estimated to be nearly 3,000 years old, marking a significant discovery in the region's ancient history.

Bangladesh and Russia discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, during a meeting in Manila.

A mobile court fined Rahat Enterprise Tk 10,000 for selling foreign chocolates and lozenges without proper certification.

Six more people have died with suspected measles across Bangladesh in the past 24 hours.

Mobile financial service provider Upay and NRB Bank have formed a partnership to expand digital financial services and improve customer convenience across Bangladesh.

Natore district has returned nearly Taka 22 lakh in unspent funds from the excavation of seven canals to the state treasury.

The Bangladesh national women's kabaddi team is set to play the fifth and final match of the Women's Kabaddi Test Series against Nepal, aiming for a conclusive victory.

Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui visited flood-affected areas in Sunamganj and distributed relief and medical aid to over 500 people.

Reports indicate Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is in discussions to join a consortium aiming to buy a minority stake in Liverpool FC.

The High Court's judicial interventions have significantly advanced environmental justice in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced new guidelines to simplify foreign exchange transactions for freelancers and individual service exporters.

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved eight development projects with a total cost of Tk 14,041.21 crore.

FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia of Bangladesh claimed a significant win against Serbia's Strahinja Bajkic in the seventh round of the 6th International Summer Chess Festival - Serbia Open 2026.

A rusted Chinese-made rifle was recovered from bushes behind the Mirpur Model Police Station in Dhaka.

International Master Manon Reja Neer shares second place with 2.5 points after the fourth round of the Farago Ivan Memorial 2026 Grandmasters Chess Tournament in Budapest.

The Bangladesh Madrasa Education Board has directed all madrasas to form football teams for the upcoming Prime Minister's Gold Cup Football Tournament 2026.

A pedestrian was killed after being hit by a truck in Shailkupa upazila of Jhenaidah district.

The court has set August 27 as the new deadline for submitting the investigation report in the Sagar-Runi murder case.

Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam presented a three-point proposal for a more inclusive digital future at the World Internet Conference 2026.