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The Bangladesh Coast Guard has dismantled a remote firearms manufacturers in the hilly terrains of Moheshkhali Upazila, arresting the mastermind behind a notorious local crime syndicate along with a substantial cache of illegal weapons, ammunition, and manufacturing tools.
The ultimate prize in football will be decided this Sunday at MetLife Stadium when Spain faces Argentina in the World Cup final. This blockbuster matchup pits the champions of Europe against the champions of South America, highlighted by a legendary storyline: 39-year-old Lionel Messi going head-to-head with 19-year-old Lamine Yamal, who is widely seen as the heir to Messi's legacy at Barcelona.
As Spain and Argentina prepare to clash for football’s ultimate prize at MetLife Stadium this Sunday, the venue's temporary grass playing surface is under intense focus following a wave of early-tournament criticism. Despite initial backlash from high-profile players and managers, FIFA officials express absolute confidence that the pitch is now in peak condition and will not disrupt the showcase finale.
The ultimate prize in football will be decided this Sunday at MetLife Stadium when Spain faces Argentina in the World Cup final. This blockbuster matchup pits the champions of Europe against the champions of South America, highlighted by a legendary storyline: 39-year-old Lionel Messi going head-to-head with 19-year-old Lamine Yamal, who is widely seen as the heir to Messi's legacy at Barcelona.
There is a well-known Bengali proverb: "All is well that ends well." In our administrative reality, however, it may now deserve a revised version: "If it ends with a promotion, who cares about the past?" Merit, responsibility, competence, and discipline seem increasingly destined for the dictionary rather than the civil service. In practice, they have been replaced by a mysterious philosopher's stone whose touch can breathe new life into retirement and transform dismissal from service into a stepping stone to promotion.
“@Maruf, সব হিসেব সব সময় মেলে না...এখন স্পেনের জোর সম্ভাবনা দেখছি”
Sir Garfield (Garry) Sobers, one of the greatest all-rounders and legendary cricketers in cricket history, is no more. The West Indian great passed away at the age of 89.
Mohammad Saifuddin's explosive batting in the final over and Rishad Hossain's career-best bowling helped Bangladesh defeat Zimbabwe by 34 runs in Bulawayo on Friday, July 17, levelling the three-match T20 series at 1-1.
Mohammad Saifuddin, the Bangladesh pace-bowling all-rounder, endured a nightmare in 2017 when David Miller smashed five consecutive sixes off his over in Potchefstroom—a record that still stands. Nearly nine years later, Saifuddin has rewritten the script with the bat, hitting four consecutive sixes off Brad Evans in the second T20I against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo.
The transfer saga surrounding Argentine striker Julian Alvarez has continued even during the 2026 World Cup. After Argentina's win over Austria, Alvarez openly stated that he wants to leave Atletico and has already informed the club of his decision.
Bangladesh will face a do-or-die challenge against Zimbabwe in the second T20I today (July 17), with the Tigers needing a victory to keep the three-match series alive after slipping to a 1-0 deficit.
Saudi Arabia has begun seeking private investment to help finance the construction of one of the key venues for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, as the kingdom looks to ease mounting fiscal pressure amid its ambitious infrastructure drive.
Andy Burnham has been elected as the new leader of the United Kingdom's ruling Labour Party and is poised to officially take over as the country's next prime minister within the coming days. Following a formal audience with King Charles III, Burnham is expected to enter 10 Downing Street as early as Monday.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that it destroyed several US warplanes and refuelling aircraft stationed in Jordan using missiles and drone strikes. The claim could not be independently verified.
US President Donald Trump has criticised ABC, NBC and CNN for not airing his prime-time address on election security on their main television channels, accusing the media networks of "conspiracy" and suggesting their broadcast licences should be revoked.
Professor Anu Muhammad has alleged that while political parties in parliament quarrel over various issues, they remain "unanimously silent" on the "slavery-like deal" signed by the interim government with the United States, driven by their own interests in power.
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said the opposition is misleading people over the July Proclamation, reiterating that the government is committed to implementing it.
BNP leader and former DUCSU vice-president Rashed Khan has said current Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DUCSU) Vice-President Sadik Kayem has lost the moral legitimacy to continue in office after leaving Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir and joining Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami.
Noting that no country trusts BNP-led government, Jatiya Party (JaPa) Chairman GM Quader said that the BNP government will never be able to implement the Teesta Master Plan.
There is a well-known Bengali proverb: "All is well that ends well." In our administrative reality, however, it may now deserve a revised version: "If it ends with a promotion, who cares about the past?" Merit, responsibility, competence, and discipline seem increasingly destined for the dictionary rather than the civil service. In practice, they have been replaced by a mysterious philosopher's stone whose touch can breathe new life into retirement and transform dismissal from service into a stepping stone to promotion.
I was shocked after listening the plights of poor Bazlur Rahman (28) of Manikganj district in Bangladesh. He recently returned home after three weeks from Uganda, an African country. He sold his total land adjacent to his village home and paid Taka one million to a broker / agent of a fake travel agency in Dhaka to be a migrant labor in Italy. But the broker cheated and send him to Uganda in the name of Italy! Bazlur was arrested there by the police and sent back to Bangladesh after 17 days in prison.
As the world grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. The price of fossil fuels continues to rise globally, and the impacts of climate change are being felt by communities around the world. Bangladesh, with its increasing population and growing energy demands, faces the dual challenge of improving access to energy while also addressing environmental concerns.
India has said it is examining Bangladesh's request for the extradition of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in light of legal and judicial processes.
The United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh through strengthened humanitarian cooperation and joint assistance programmes.
Actress Tanjin Tisha has broken her silence over the fraud case filed against her for allegedly failing to pay for a saree. She said she has built a 14-year career and would not ruin her reputation for just Tk 27,000.
Snake encounters increase during the monsoon season, especially in rural areas. Every year, many people die from snakebites in Bangladesh. However, doctors say that more deaths are caused by panic, superstition and delayed treatment than by venom itself.
The European Union (EU) and the Group of 77 and China (G-77) have reaffirmed their support for ensuring a smooth, sustainable and stable transition of Bangladesh from the Least Developed Country (LDC) list.
