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FIFA World Cup 2026
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FIFA World Cup 2026
The water level of the Padma river may rise over the next five days, according to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre. The Brahmaputra, Jamuna and Ganga rivers may also see rising water levels in the coming days. However, all major rivers in the country are currently flowing below the danger level.
With the Round of 32 now finished, the complete picture of the World Cup's Round of 16 has taken shape. Colombia's win over Ghana in the final match of the round sealed the last spot, while Argentina and Egypt also confirmed their places in the last 16 on the same day.
Once the group stage ends, the story of the World Cup changes. There is no room for error, only the fight for survival. A pass, a tackle, a mistake or a moment of magic can write history. Dreams built over four years hang in the balance of 90 minutes. Today, four teams step onto the Round of 16 stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — hosts Canada, African surprise package Morocco, European powerhouses France and South American fighters Paraguay. Two matches, four different philosophies, but one goal: a place in the quarter-finals.
With the Round of 32 now finished, the complete picture of the World Cup's Round of 16 has taken shape. Colombia's win over Ghana in the final match of the round sealed the last spot, while Argentina and Egypt also confirmed their places in the last 16 on the same day.
Once the group stage ends, the story of the World Cup changes. There is no room for error, only the fight for survival. A pass, a tackle, a mistake or a moment of magic can write history. Dreams built over four years hang in the balance of 90 minutes. Today, four teams step onto the Round of 16 stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — hosts Canada, African surprise package Morocco, European powerhouses France and South American fighters Paraguay. Two matches, four different philosophies, but one goal: a place in the quarter-finals.
“Brazil”
South Korea's national football team head coach Hong Myung-bo has left the country for the United States following intense criticism and death threats after the team's disappointing World Cup campaign.
The Bangladesh Emerging Team is set to tour South Africa later this month for a multi-format assignment featuring a tri-series followed by two four-day matches, with leg-spinner Aminul Islam Biplob poised to make his return to the national development setup.
Bangladesh captain Liton Kumar Das will miss the upcoming T20 series against Zimbabwe as he has received permission to play the full Sri Lanka Premier League (LPL). As a result, Towhid Hridoy will once again lead the side in his absence.
Zimbabwe created history by defeating Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs in the one-off Test, completing the match in three days. This is the first time in Test cricket that Zimbabwe have won two consecutive matches by an innings.
A glorious chapter in German football has come to an end. Legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has announced his retirement from international football, bringing his long and illustrious career with the national team to a close following Germany's exit from the 2026 World Cup.
Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam equalled Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh record for the most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, but his milestone came on a difficult day as Zimbabwe seized control of the Harare Test.
Tension has gripped the central office of the Trinamool Congress in Kolkata, West Bengal, following internal party disputes. Rebel faction leaders have locked the main gate of the party office and declared it under their control after a meeting.
The world's population of millionaires grew significantly in 2025, even as the gap between the rich and the middle class deepened further, according to a new global wealth report.
Iran has accused the United States of mounting a diplomatic campaign to prevent foreign governments from attending the funeral and memorial ceremonies of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, claiming at least 13 countries withdrew participation under pressure from Washington.
BNP Standing Committee member, Prime Minister's Adviser, and Dhaka-8 lawmaker Mirza Abbas has shown significant improvement in his health, according to Advocate Syed Moazzem Hossain Alal, adviser to the BNP chairman.
Jamaat-e-Islami engages in politics with the aim of establishing a Sharia-based Islamic state, but the people of Bangladesh do not want such a system, Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said.
BNP Vice-Chairman Shamsuzzaman Dudu has strongly criticised AB Party Secretary General Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad over his remarks on Dhaka University, saying, "What else can we call him but mad?"
Umama Fatema, former spokesperson of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, remarked, "Will issue July warrior certificates after a month, 50 Taka per piece."
Today marks a decade since the terrorist attack and murder at the Holy Artisan Bakery in Gulshan, the capital. The horrific attack on July 1, 2016, in which 22 people were killed, created a huge stir in the country and abroad. After passing through the stages of the trial court and the High Court, the case is now at the doorstep of the Appellate Division. The leave to appeal filed by the six surviving convicts against the life imprisonment sentence given by the High Court is still awaiting hearing, so the case has not been finally disposed of.
The tragic death of seven-year-old Fatima Akhter in a pond near the Hazrat Khan Jahan Ali (R.) Shrine in Bagerhat cannot simply be dismissed as an accident, especially given the numerous warning signs that preceded this incident. There have also been previous occurrences of fatalities.
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.
US Ambassador to Dhaka Brent Christensen has said the United States wants to further strengthen relations between the people of Bangladesh and the US. He made the remarks while speaking to journalists after visiting the 'American Fair in the Park' event organised by the US embassy at Justice Shahabuddin Ahmed Park in Gulshan-2, capital, on Saturday, July 4.
In a bid to take China-Bangladesh relations to the highest level, Chinese Ambassador to Dhaka Yao Wen said that discussions are underway to form a new 'platform' to coordinate diplomacy and defense.
A written complaint has been lodged with Shahbagh Police Station against actress Meher Afroz Shaon, film actress Mahiya Mahi, and a woman identified as Shanta Farzana, alleging that they made derogatory remarks and spread misinformation about the July mass uprising on social media.
The arrival of the monsoon marks a challenging time for regular leather shoe wearers. Rainwater, mud, and high humidity in the air can easily ruin a favorite pair of leather shoes. Once thoroughly drenched, leather tends to stiffen, crack, develop a foul odor, or even grow fungus. However, by adopting a few simple habits, you can keep your leather shoes durable and pristine even during the rainy season.
The Bangladesh Bank has made the use of 'Bangla QR' (Quick Response) codes mandatory to make digital transactions easier, more affordable and universal. The initiative has already received an overwhelming response — transactions through Bangla QR codes amounted to Tk 22 crore in just two days, June 30 and July 1.
