Current Affairs
Spain were worthy champions: Argentina video analyst dismisses final conspiracy theories
Argentina's coaching staff have consistently rejected conspiracy theories that emerged on social media following the team's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.
HC orders formation of probe body over microplastics in toothpastes
The High Court has ordered the formation of a three-member expert committee to investigate whether 26 toothpaste products available in the country's market contain harmful microplastics, as found in a recent report. A High Court bench comprising Justice Khizir Ahmed Chowdhury and Justice Md Ziaul Haque passed the order today (July 28), directing the committee to submit its investigation report to the court within 15 days.
YouTube tightens monetisation rules, low-quality AI videos to lose revenue
YouTube has announced new monetisation policies for content creators as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, with certain types of AI-generated videos no longer eligible to earn revenue through the YouTube Partner Program (YPP). The platform said the changes are aimed at curbing the spread of low-quality, repetitive and misleading content while encouraging original, high-quality videos.
Ivy pleads not guilty after appearing before court
Former Narayanganj City Corporation Mayor Selina Hayat Ivy appeared before a court on Tuesday in connection with a case over an alleged attack on a police convoy, maintaining that she is innocent.
Pearle Maaney loses 300,000 Instagram followers over post on student protests
Indian actress, television presenter and former Bigg Boss Malayalam contestant Pearle Maaney has come under intense criticism over a social media post about the recent student protests in India, triggering a sharp decline in her online following across Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. According to the latest figures, Maaney has lost more than 300,000 Instagram followers within just two days of the controversy.
Brazilian footballer breaks referee's facial bone with headbutt after red card
A Brazilian footballer allegedly broke a referee's facial bone by headbutting him after being shown a red card during an amateur football tournament.
Drug abuse cannot be eradicated by punishment alone, says Mirza Fakhrul
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Adviser and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that drug abuse cannot be eliminated through law enforcement or punishment alone, stressing the need for a strong social movement involving people from all walks of life.
Acting President begins official duties at Bangabhaban
Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, today received his first ceremonial salute and held his first official engagements at Bangabhaban after taking charge. On his arrival at Bangabhaban around 11:15 am, a smart contingent of the horse-mounted President Guard Regiment (PGR) welcomed the Acting President at the main gate no.2 of Bangabhaban and escorted him to the venue of the Guard of Honour.
EC ready to hold presidential election once date is finalised: CEC
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin has said the Election Commission (EC) is fully prepared to conduct the presidential election at any time, although the date for the vote has not yet been finalised. The CEC made the remarks to reporters on Tuesday after a meeting with Acting Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal at around 11am.
Gold, silver prices drop just a day after rise
Less than 24 hours after increasing gold and silver prices, the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has announced a fresh price reduction in the domestic market. Under the revised rates, the price of 22-carat gold has been reduced by Tk 2,216 per bhori (11.664 grams).