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Bangladesh Army chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman arrived back home after participating in Malaysia's 14th Indo-Pacific Army Chiefs Conference. The four-day event concluded Thursday after bringing military leaders together from across the region. Army officials discussed regional security challenges...

The Trump administration petitioned the Supreme Court Friday to overturn lower court decisions blocking the president's birthright citizenship executive order. Justice Department lawyers filed appeals after federal judges halted the January directive that would deny citizenship to children born...

President Trump introduced his 18-year-old granddaughter, Kai, to reporters on Friday, as she modeled merchandise from her new clothing line. The teenager wore a $130 sweatshirt bearing her initials and signature during the White House appearance before boarding a helicopter bound for the Ryder...

Bangladesh's Bengali Hindu community prepares for Durgotsob, their largest religious celebration beginning Sunday. The five-day festival features ceremonies at temples and temporary structures across the nation. Community members welcomed Goddess Durga from heaven during last week's Mahalaya...

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leaders expect former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia to seek election from the Feni-1 constituency. The area covers Parshuram, Fulgazi and Chhagalnaiya regions where party officials recently restructured local operations. Thursday evening brought announcements for six...

United Nations will restore sanctions against Iran on Saturday after Security Council members rejected a Russian-Chinese proposal for delay. The failed resolution received support from only four of the 15 council members during Friday voting. European nations triggered the sanctions return...

North South University Social Services Club hosted its opening workshop for Socio-Camp XII on September 26, 2025. Mercedes-Benz and Honda sponsored the event held at the university's main auditorium. Dheu co-sponsored the competition while Cinnabon served as an associate partner. The social...

Kim Aris warns that his mother Aung San Suu Kyi faces serious heart problems while serving a 27-year prison sentence in Myanmar. The detained democracy leader requested treatment from an outside cardiologist after experiencing chest pain and dropping blood pressure. Military officials denied the...

The State Department announced it would revoke Colombian President Gustavo Petro's visa after his comments Friday. Officials said Petro encouraged American military personnel to ignore commands and promote violence during his New York visit. The agency described his actions as reckless and...

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir expressed confidence that February 2026 will mark the next national election date. Political parties gained certainty after Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus delivered remarks at the United Nations General Assembly. Fakhrul spoke with...

UDO Audio launched the DMNO synthesizer at this year's Machina Bristronica exhibition. The eight-voice polysynth features dual binaural synth engines and a dynamic multi-core stereo filter system. FPGA-based digital oscillators power both engines, which offer eight different Play Modes that...

Dozens of former world leaders gathered at Professor Muhammad Yunus' hotel suite during the United Nations General Assembly to pledge support for Bangladesh's interim government. Former Latvia President Vaira Vike-Freiberga led the delegation, which featured ex-presidents from Slovenia, Serbia...

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus attended a reception dinner with US President Donald Trump on September 23. The event took place at the Lotte New York Palace hotel during festivities for world leaders participating in the 80th United Nations General Assembly session. Trump and First...

A dozen countries formed an emergency fund Friday to help the struggling Palestinian Authority. The financial coalition responds to a crisis created when Israel stopped sending tax money to the Palestinian government in Ramallah. Spain announced that Britain, France, Japan, Saudi Arabia and...

Bhutan's leader proposed establishing economic partnerships with Bangladesh during talks at the United Nations headquarters Friday. Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay advocated for linking his nation's Gelephu Mindfulness City special zone with Bangladesh's designated Kurigram investment area. The...

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leaders removed nearly 7,000 members after Sheikh Hasina's government collapsed during August protests. Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman implemented zero tolerance measures against extortion, corruption and vandalism within party ranks. Officials expelled 800 core...

Bangladesh's interim government chief Muhammad Yunus addressed the United Nations General Assembly Friday about the nation's democratic transformation. The professor outlined irreversible reforms designed to prevent future autocratic rule and protect institutional accountability. Yunus...

Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus demanded nations harboring stolen wealth return the assets to their legitimate owners during Friday's UN General Assembly address. The chief adviser accused international financial systems of enabling massive illegal money transfers from developing...

Bangladesh political leaders joined Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus at the United Nations General Assembly Friday. Six representatives from major parties accompanied Yunus during his address to demonstrate national unity ahead of planned elections. Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said the joint...

Bangladesh's northeastern wetlands have become popular tourist destinations for visitors seeking unique seasonal experiences. Tanguar Haor floods across Dharmapasha and Tahirpur areas during monsoons while Meghalaya's green hills create scenic backdrops. Modern houseboats equipped with air...