Age is just a number. On Monday night (June 15) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, a 40-year-old goalkeeper proved that beyond any doubt. In their first-ever FIFA World Cup match, Cape Verde held European champions Spain to a 0–0 draw in Group H — and the man who made it possible was Jocimar José Évora Dias, known to the world simply as Vózinha.
There are certain teams in world football that evoke images of beauty, artistry and dominance the moment their name is spoken. Spain is among the brightest names on that list. The team that once mesmerised the world with the magic of 'tiki-taka' football is set to begin their World Cup campaign, dreaming of glory once again. The new Spanish Armada, accustomed to a style blending artistic football with lightning-fast attacks, will start their journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup today. Their first opponents are African debutants Cape Verde.
The investment landscape in Bangladesh differs significantly from that of its neighboring countries, including India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. In those nations, many first-generation entrepreneurs possess the capability to initiate new investments using their personal savings, without the need for bank loans. Conversely, among the prominent business figures in Bangladesh who have risen to prominence since independence, none have pursued new investments solely through their own savings. Even if some possess the financial means, they tend to embark on new ventures by securing substantial bank loans, largely due to the intricate tax framework.
The World Cup means increased expectations for Brazil. The five-time world champions start each tournament with the dream of winning the title. But in the first step of that dream journey in the FIFA World Cup 2026, the Seleção had to face reality. The match, which ended in a 1-1 draw against Morocco at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA, was not just a story of losing points, but also exposed the various weaknesses of Brazil's game.
The administrative history of Bangladesh has always been marked by peculiar incidents. However, the recent occurrence involving the Ministry of Commerce stands out as a particularly unusual case, prompting the average citizen to question who is truly in charge of the state's administration.
After a long 17-year legal battle, they got jobs. They also got the opportunity to join the state service through the Supreme Court's verdict. But even after assuming office, a large portion of the deprived officials of the 27th BCS are not getting their salaries for months. As a result, the joy of getting a job through the court's verdict has faded for many due to financial uncertainty and administrative complications.
AI company Anthropic has suspended access to its newly launched models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, after US authorities raised national security concerns just days after their public release.
Grameenphone's FIFA World Cup Pass buyers missed two days of World Cup matches, including the opening ceremony. However, Grameenphone's account has been enriched with a large amount. Even after paying the subscription fee, they were not seeing anything on the device screen except a message as soon as the game started. Again, Grameenphone did not express any regret or mention any technical error in that message. On the contrary, the message blamed the customers. The message read, 'Device Limit Reached'.
Football transcends not just mere sport; it embodies passion, fervor, culture, and serves as the heartbeat for billions globally. The FIFA World Cup, occurring every four years, stands as the largest sporting event on the planet, where individuals set aside differences in language, religion, ethnicity, and geography to unite in support of 22 players pursuing a ball. This event fosters a unique sense of community and shared experience among diverse populations.
Today, Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury will present the national budget for the fiscal year 2026-27. This will be the country's 55th budget and the first budget of the government led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
The FIFA World Cup 2026, widely regarded as “The Greatest Show on Earth,” begins today (June 11), ushering in a new era for international football with the largest tournament in the competition’s history.
After years of working illegally in India and months behind bars, 28 Bangladeshi migrant workers have finally returned home, bringing with them a stark warning about the risks of undocumented migration.