2025

Information Adviser Mahfuj Alam and National Citizen Party leader Hasnat Abdullah yesterday called for unity among the forces that led the July uprising, urging reconciliation and a renewed focus on national interest. Mahfuj made a…

A top Thai court yesterday ruled that former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra must pay more than $300 million compensation over a controversial rice subsidy scheme during her time in office. The ruling is the latest round in a…

Iranian and US negotiators meet in Rome on Friday for a fifth round of nuclear talks, after a public disagreement over Tehran's uranium enrichment. The talks, which began in April, are the highest-level contact between the foes since…

Southeast Asian leaders will express deep concern over US President Donald Trump's tariff blitz when they meet at a summit Monday, warning that the unilateral move posed huge challenges to economic growth and stability in the region,…

The UK's National Crime Agency has obtained freezing orders on two London properties owned by the son of an ally of ousted Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina, following allegations that her regime embezzled funds, according to a report by…

Harry Brook struck a typically rapid 58 as England piled up 565-6 before captain Ben Stokes declared on the second day of the one-off Test against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge on Friday. Brook, nine not out overnight, faced just 50…

When the final whistle blew on the FIFA World Cup 2022, and Argentina were crowned champions, another message stirred hopes from across the Atlantic.  "Mate, come and be the coach of Brazil," it read; an unassuming but heartfelt plea…

Veteran actor Abul Hayat received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 26th Meril Prothom Alo Awards. A documentary highlighting his illustrious career was screened at the event today. The award was presented by veteran actress Dilara…

Two of Hollywood's most anticipated films — "Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning" and Marvel's "Thunderbolts" — premiere today at Star Cineplex, sparking major excitement among Bangladeshi moviegoers. "Mission: Impossible – Final…

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a striking return to the Cannes Film Festival this year, marking her 22nd appearance with a bold departure from the conventional red carpet fare. She wore a custom "Banarasi sari and rubies by Manish Malhotra," a…