UN warns El Nino could raise global temperatures and worsen extreme weather
A UN weather agency warning says a rapidly strengthening El Nino could push temperatures higher and intensify heatwaves, drought, floods and wildfires in many regions.
A UN weather agency warning says a rapidly strengthening El Nino could push temperatures higher and intensify heatwaves, drought, floods and wildfires in many regions.
A Manirampur BNP official’s recorded warning of violence against Jamaat-e-Islami activists at a recruitment test has drawn scrutiny; he says it was political rhetoric, while the local administration says the examination was completed without a reported obstruction.
NCP says its leaders and activists faced attacks, injuries and police obstruction in several districts; responsibility for key incidents remains contested.
Doctors advised the actor to take at least six weeks of complete rest after an injury described as a serious tear near the hip.
Three motorcycle passengers, including a young child, died in a truck collision in Dighalia; key details of the crash remain inconsistent.
Police said an argument over wedding-gate payment in Bogura Sadar turned into a physical confrontation; competing allegations of assault, theft and property damage remain unresolved.
Four people died after two goods vehicles collided head-on on the Bogura-Naogaon road in Kahaloo; the exact vehicle descriptions and crash time remain inconsistent.
Per-kilogram prices of several aromatic rice varieties rose 60–80 taka in a month as traders blame rising exports; a consumer group denies any real shortage.
Authorities are investigating the cause of a bus crash near El Karma that left 27 people dead and 39 injured, while Algeria begins three days of national mourning.
Two U.S. officials said a new round of strikes against Iran could take place this week, though targets and scope are still unresolved. Trump signaled a severe operation, and the White House said Iran must pay a price unless it agrees to talks.
The US president says Washington aims to win the conflict and prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, while making unverified claims about Iranian military losses and a missile attack in Jordan.
Saudi Arabia says Bangladesh is part of a new maritime coalition for Red Sea-area shipping security, while retired Bangladeshi officers cite both potential benefits and diplomatic and personnel-safety questions.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police said regular operations across the capital resulted in 431 arrests, 23 cases and seizures of drugs, valuables and vehicles over 24 hours.
Publication-ineligible evidence note: a sole source relays Patwary’s own allegation, without independent confirmation of the claimed incident or injuries.
US special envoy Sergio Gor said a group of American investors will travel to Bangladesh next week after he held what he called a productive meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
A road-safety watchdog’s tally for Dhaka covers January 2020 to July 2026, with pedestrians and motorcyclists accounting for most deaths and heavy vehicles involved in a third of crashes.
Gianni Infantino said FIFA would not proceed with a proposed $4.2 billion private-investment initiative after opposition from continental football bodies and warnings of a possible tournament boycott.
The bank is seeking experienced graduates for full-time Sub-Branch In-Charge roles, with online applications open until August 18.
Authorities say 22,500 kilograms of fertiliser and a cargo boat were seized in an operation linked to an alleged attempt to traffic the goods to Myanmar.
Indian national Prabir Mandal died in November 2021 after travelling to Lalmonirhat to meet a woman he had befriended on Facebook. His body has remained at Rangpur Medical College Hospital, with officials citing legal complications and the family's reluctance.