Israel, Iran trade accusations at Security Council meeting
Each country called the other the main threat to peace in the Middle East and called on the Security Council to impose sanctions.
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The mystery of Pahela Baishakh and the Bengali calendar
The writer says that tracing the calendar's roots leads us back to ancient astrologers who meticulously observed the sky, their vigilance not merely for the sake of knowledge but…
‘There will be Eid again when we’ll reunite with our family’: Crew of MV Abdullah
While Eid marks a joyous occasion for most Bangladeshis, for the families of the hijacked ship, it's merely another day overshadowed by fear for their loved ones.
Rohingya mark Eid in Indonesia limbo after treacherous sea voyage
From mid-November to late January, more than 1,700 Rohingya refugees landed on Indonesian shores, according to the UN refugee agency.
Breathtaking Bangladesh: Top 5 motorbike journeys across Bangladesh
From meandering roads bordered by lush paddy fields, past shimmering coastlines, and over rolling hills, there is much to discover if you know where and what to look for.
Why does a six-day holiday feel too good to be true?
For years, journalists have had to see their weekends and holidays come up short or slip through their fingers while trying to accommodate jostling priorities.
Why the Himalayan Third Pole is crucial in climate governance
The Himalayan glaciers play a part in regulating the regional climate, as they influence monsoon patterns and help to ensure an ecological balance in the surrounding areas.
Hijacked MV Abdullah: Crew allowed to offer Eid prayers
The 23 crew members offered Eid prayers on the ship's deck while guarded by heavily armed pirates.
No respite to Bangladeshi consumers: Inflation edges up in March
The World Bank said around half a million people in Bangladesh likely fell into extreme poverty between the fiscal years 2022-23 and 2023-2024 due to the erosion of purchasing…
Israel bombs Gaza on ‘saddest’ Eid day
The Israeli strikes come after US President Joe Biden labelled Israel's approach to the war a "mistake."