On Friday, Ukraine called on the Western nations to take decisive action in curbing Russia’s arms production by closing loopholes that enable the acquisition of crucial components. Despite extensive sanctions imposed by Western countries on Russia’s weapons industry and the prohibition of military goods and parts exports aiding Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv argues that…
On the fringes of the NAM summit, S Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister, engaged in discussions with Moosa Zameer, his Maldivian counterpart, in the Ugandan capital, Kampala, on Thursday, to explore the dynamics of the India-Maldives bilateral relationship. The leaders also delved into matters related to the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). Sharing insights after the meeting,…
Douglas Luiz’s late penalty propelled Aston Villa to a 3-2 victory over 10-man Burnley, bringing them level on points with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League. Meanwhile, Manchester City triumphed 2-0 against Sheffield United, closing the gap to the league leaders. Villa’s festive period seemed bleak after recent stumbles but Luiz’s penalty, sneaking…
Mahfuza Akter Kiran, the chairperson of the Bangladesh Football Federation’s women’s committee, announced today that the local governing body plans to organize FIFA friendly matches for the women’s team during all FIFA windows. In 2023, the Bangladesh team participated in four friendly matches, facing Nepal and Singapore twice each, and played three competitive matches in…
As expected, the recently introduced competency-based curriculum for primary and secondary schools continues to pose challenges a year after its implementation. While educators generally welcomed the shift toward a skills-focused curriculum, concerns linger regarding its implementation and the ongoing experimentation within the education system. Parents, having witnessed numerous changes over the past decade with unsatisfactory…
In recent years, Dhaka has faced challenges in establishing a culture of celebrating the Gregorian New Year. The reluctance is rooted in the perception of this celebration as an unnecessary Western import, considering the presence of Pahela Baishakh, our traditional New Year. The public’s attitude toward the global New Year’s Eve celebration has been further…
Xiaomi has introduced its first electric car, the SU7, signaling a significant foray into the automotive industry. Unveiled by the company’s Chief Executive, Lei Jun, the vehicle aims to position Xiaomi among the top five global automakers in the next two decades. Dubbed ‘Speed Ultra’ (SU7), the electric car is set to challenge established players…
In the past two days, Israeli shelling near a southern Gaza hospital has resulted in the deaths of 41 people, as reported by the Palestinian Red Crescent. The intensified attacks by Israel in the central and southern regions of the besieged territory have raised concerns about the escalating humanitarian crisis. The UN humanitarian office revealed…
Sleep deprivation goes beyond inducing sleepiness, as revealed by a comprehensive study released by the American Psychological Association. Synthesizing over 50 years of research on sleep deprivation and mood, the study, published in the journal Psychological Bulletin, highlights its adverse effects on emotional functioning, diminishing positive emotions, and increasing the risk of anxiety symptoms. Lead…
Tom Smothers, one half of the pioneering singing comedy duo The Smothers Brothers, renowned for blending folk music, humor, and incisive political commentary throughout their six-decade career, has passed away at the age of 86, as announced by his family on Wednesday. According to a statement from the National Comedy Center, Tom Smothers succumbed to…
