Category: International
Severe Weather Threatens 45 million from Texas to New York; Flash Flooding Expected from Texas to Missouri
A powerful storm system is sweeping across the central and eastern United States, threatening severe weather on Tuesday for more than 45 million people—from Texas ... Read More
ChatGPT Launches Online Shopping Feature, Escalating Competition with Google
OpenAI has unveiled a new shopping feature in ChatGPT, enabling users to search for products through natural conversation. This move significantly strengthens OpenAI's position as a growing rival ... Read More
Car Attack at Canadian Festival: 9 Killed, More Injured Feared
At least nine people have been killed in a car attack during a festival in Vancouver, Canada. Several others were seriously injured and taken to ... Read More
India Releases Indus Waters, Floods Ravage Pakistan-Controlled Kashmir
Without prior notice, India has released excess water from the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, leading to moderate flooding in parts of Pakistan-administered ... Read More
Apple and Meta Fined 700 million Euros for Violating EU Antitrust Rules
The European Union has imposed hefty fines on tech giants Apple and Meta, totaling 700 million euros for breaching the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This ... Read More
The measles outbreak in Texas has exceeded 600 cases, with the majority occurring in children and teenagers
Texas health officials have confirmed that the ongoing measles outbreak in the state has now exceeded 624 cases, with the majority of infections occurring in ... Read More
Pope Francis Passes Away: A Cloud of Mourning Over the Catholic World
Pope Francis, the spiritual leader of over a billion Catholics worldwide, has passed away. The Vatican confirmed his death on Monday (April 21) at 7:35 ... Read More
India Suspends Railway Initiative Connecting Seven Sister States via Bangladesh
India has halted its ambitious railway connectivity initiative aimed at linking its northeastern states—often referred to as the Seven Sister States—with the mainland via Bangladesh. ... Read More
Bangladesh and Pakistan Resume Foreign Secretary-Level Talks After 15 Years
In a historic diplomatic engagement, Bangladesh and Pakistan convened foreign secretary-level talks on Thursday—their first such dialogue in nearly 15 years. The discussions, held at ... Read More
“The United States: Bangladesh’s Future Will Be Shaped by Its People”
According to the U.S. State Department, the future of Bangladesh will be determined by its own people. In the current political context, Bangladesh is facing ... Read More
Bengalis Around the World Celebrate Pohela Boishakh, Ushering in the Year 1432
Today marks Pohela Boishakh, the first day of the Bengali calendar and the celebration of the Bengali New Year. Across Bangladesh and West Bengal, as ... Read More
Muslim Countries Unite in Call for Sustainable Ceasefire in Gaza
In a significant show of unity, Muslim-majority countries have reached a consensus in favor of a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza, calling for an immediate end ... Read More
France to Recognize Palestine as an Independent State: President Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France is on the verge of recognizing Palestine as an independent state. The decision, which could be made ... Read More
Trump’s ‘Uncertain Game’ with Tariffs Puts Global Economy at Risk
As the April 9 deadline for U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial tariff policy looms, the global economy braces for potential upheaval. Trump's "counter-tariffs," aimed at ... Read More
Attack near Al-Aqsa Mosque in Gaza, Israeli Brutality Unrelenting
The situation in Gaza remains dire as Israeli forces continue their military operations. Early Monday morning, an attack near Al-Aqsa Hospital in Gaza targeted makeshift ... Read More
Saudi Arabia Temporarily Suspends Visas for 13 Countries Ahead of Hajj Season
In preparation for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary suspension of visas for citizens of 13 countries, including Bangladesh, India, and ... Read More
Bangladeshi Probashi Kollyan Songstha Qatar Celebrates 12th Anniversary and Eid Reunion in Doha
The Bangladeshi Probashi Kollyan Songstha Qatar, a prominent organization serving the Bangladeshi expatriate community in Qatar, has proudly entered its 13th year of establishment. Founded ... Read More
A potential deal for TikTok appears to be caught in the crossfire of the US-China trade conflict
The intensifying trade conflict between the United States and China has placed TikTok's future in jeopardy. ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of the popular app, ... Read More
West Indies to Celebrate Golden Jubilee of World Cup Victory
Once a dominant force in cricket, the West Indies ruled the game for a long time. The Caribbean team won the first two ODI World ... Read More
Aima Baig to Make Her Debut Performance in Bangladesh
Renowned Pakistani singer Aima Baig is all set to captivate audiences in Bangladesh for the very first time. The celebrated artist will perform on April ... Read More