US and Iran Agree to Temporary Ceasefire and Diplomatic Talks in Qatar

The Czech Republic has recorded its highest-ever temperature of 41.1C in Doksany, north of Prague.

A helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 14 Saudi citizens.

A civilian aircraft crash in Tomblaine, eastern France, has resulted in the deaths of 11 people.

Rescue efforts in Venezuela intensify as the death toll from powerful earthquakes reaches 1,430, with time running out to find survivors.

Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures and rising fatalities.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any attempt to bypass the Strait of Hormuz routes agreed with the United States would 'increase tensions' in the Middle East.

At least 191 million people in Europe are forecast to experience temperatures of at least 35C on Sunday, with the heat particularly intense in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland.

Voters in New Caledonia cast ballots in the first provincial elections since 2019, with independence remaining the defining political issue.

Three Pakistani Rangers were killed and four wounded in a terror attack by Jamaat-ul-Ahrar in Karachi.

A Ukrainian drone strike has resulted in one death and a fire at a major oil refinery in southern Russia.

An 11-year-old boy was rescued alive from the rubble three days after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela.

Mexico and the United States have inaugurated a $61-million factory in Chiapas to produce sterile flies aimed at combating the New World screwworm, a deadly cattle parasite.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced a people-oriented, reform-based budget aimed at rebuilding the economy on a new foundation.

Education Minister Dr A N M Ehsanul Hoque Milon placed the Public Examinations (Offences) (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament to tackle digital examination offences.

England's Test captain Ben Stokes has announced his retirement from international cricket.

A shop in Rajshahi was fined Tk 4,000 by the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) for selling cakes, pastries, and foreign chocolates without proper approval.

City Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain emphasizes the need for collective action to counter malicious attempts obstructing the city's development.

Oxfam has launched 'Bridge to Bangladesh,' a digital platform designed to connect the global Bangladeshi diaspora with the country's development priorities.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md Shafiqul Islam Khan Milton announced that the government is working to ensure that every child across the country receives Vitamin A Plus capsules under the National Vitamin A Plus Campaign-2026.

BIIT Model School and College of Bogura emerged victorious in the Prime Bank School Cricket tournament, defeating Rajshahi Loknath High School by 91 runs in the final held at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium.

Bangladesh received US$35.21 billion in remittances during the period from July 2025 to June 27, 2026, marking a 17.3 percent increase compared with US$30.01 billion received during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has apologised to the nation following the country's premature exit from the World Cup at the group stage.

A nationwide tree-planting initiative will be rolled out at all government and MPO-affiliated secondary schools across the country starting tomorrow.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will attend a national-level 'Startup, Science Project and Innovation Idea Showcasing' programme at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center tomorrow.

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has completed a training programme for 208 officials from merchant banks and portfolio management institutions to enhance regulatory compliance and professional capacity in the country's capital market.

Bangladesh's hopes of closing their Women's T20 World Cup campaign with a victory ended in heartbreak as South Africa secured a four-wicket win with four balls to spare in a Group-stage match at Lord's today.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) continued its upward trend, with the benchmark index surpassing the 5,700-point mark for the first time in nearly 22 months.

Bangladesh Bank has revised key provisions of its Taka 10,000 crore agricultural refinance scheme, updating the source of the fund and reaffirming the scheme's tenure.

Bangladesh suffered a dramatic batting collapse, being bowled out for just 140 in their first innings against Zimbabwe on the opening day of the one-off Test at Harare Sports Club.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the nationalization of Tindu Junior Secondary School in Bandarban following the dedication of its head teacher.