Student martyr Abu Sayed passes honours final exam with CGPA 3.30
The killing of the 23-year-old student from Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur on July 16, fuelled the anti-discrimination student protests.
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China displays samples retrieved from moon’s far side in Italy
This was the first time that the scientifically valuable lunar substances have been shown outside China since they were brought back to Earth in June, according to the China…
Diljit Dosanjh makes history as first South Asian on cover of Billboard Magazine
The magazine offers four collectible covers, each capturing different aspects of Mr Dosanjh’s journey and identity.
Han Kang says she wants to ‘meet readers through writing’ in 1st speech since winning Nobel Prize
Reflecting on her Nobel win, Han said, "When I first received the call from the Nobel Committee, it didn’t feel real. I simply tried to remain calm. It wasn’t until I saw the…
Beauties meet another beauty at Khao Kheow Zoo
Beauty pageant contestants from 70 countries greeted adorable baby hippo Moo Deng at the zoo on Wednesday as a part of the Miss Grand International 2024’s activities in Pattaya…
China aquarium’s ‘fake’ whale shark irks visitors
Xiaomeisha Ocean World in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, opened on Oct. 1 but was quickly slammed for its high prices, long queues, and poor conditions for its marine life.
Malaysian artist gives shapeshifting Venom a batik makeover
Titled The Venom x Batik Inspired Art Series, these posters will be showcased across digital platforms and featured in special in-cinema content exclusively at GSC locations…
Doctors warn about dangerous ‘pen-catching’ trend
It can cause cerebral ischemia, cardiac arrest, stroke and even death.
PM Paetongtarn to promote naga fireballs as Thailand’s soft power
According to local folklore, these fireballs are believed to be sent up by serpent-like creatures, or nagas, living at the bottom of the Mekong River as a sign of reverence for…
Duterte to be summoned to Senate-led drug war probe, says Bato
The investigation will be conducted by the Senate Committee on Public Order and Dangerous Drugs, chaired by Mr Duterte’s former police chief, now Sen. Ronald “Bato” Dela…