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US to deploy Thaad anti-missile system in Israel

2024-10-15 00:00:00

JERUSALEM, Oct 14 (BBC): The US says it will deploy a high-altitude anti-missile system and a military crew to Israel to help bolster that country's air defences after a missile attack from Iran earlier this month.A Pentagon statement said President...

Cocoa climbs on harvest delays

2024-10-15 00:00:00

LONDON, Oct 14 (Reuters): Cocoa futures on ICE were higher on Monday boosted by a slow start to the harvest in top grower Ivory Coast while sugar and coffee prices also rose.COCOAMarch London cocoa rose 1.8 per cent to 5,174...

Palm oil rises on speculative buying, short covering

2024-10-15 00:00:00

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Reuters): Malaysian palm oil futures rose on Monday, supported by a combination of speculative buying and short covering, although gains were capped by weaker crude oil prices.The benchmark palm oil contract for December delivery on the...

Bakers brace for costly Christmas as butter prices surge

2024-10-15 00:00:00

Butter prices have rocketed in recent months, trading at record highs across Europe in bad news for bakers and pastry makers as they prepare for Christmas celebrations and already face high chocolate and sugar costs, reports Reuters. Strong demand for...

Australia plans to cut bank card surcharges from 2026

2024-10-15 00:00:00

SYDNEY, Oct 14 (Reuters): Australia is planning to reduce bank card surcharges, including the elimination of transaction fees on debit cards, the government said on Monday, as the use of cash declines in the country.In a media release, the government...

Gold price steadies on China stimulus plan

2024-10-15 00:00:00

Gold prices steadied near one-week highs on Monday amid a risk-off mood sentiment driven by an underwhelming China fiscal stimulus, while investors awaited comments from US Federal Reserve officials for hints on its interest rate outlook. Spot gold edged lower...

Oil slides 2pc on China demand woes erase last week's gains

2024-10-15 00:00:00

LONDON, Oct 14 (Reuters): Oil prices declined about 2 per cent on Monday, wiping out all of last week's gains, after China oil imports fell for the fifth month, stoking concern about fuel demand as OPEC cut its 2024 and...

Why is Hilsa so expensive?

2024-10-15 00:00:00

Hilsa is an integral part of our culture and tradition, cherished for its distinct taste. This fish inhabits the Bay of Bengal, the Padma, Meghna, and Jamuna rivers, the Indian Ocean basin, and various estuaries across Bangladesh. Despite Bangladesh accounting...

Increasing flood resilience

2024-10-15 00:00:00

The floodwaters that devastate our communities each year bring not only physical destruction but also a profound human toll. Homes are swept away, crops are ruined, and livestock is lost. While nature plays a role, human factors often make matters...

Is AI modern Frankenstein?

Syed Fattahul Alim | 2024-10-15 00:00:00

A cognitive psychologist and computer scientist, the British-Canadian, Geoffrey E. Hinton who along with the American, John J. Hopfield, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences on October 8 is himself fearful of...

Reforming the police

Helal Uddin Ahmed | 2024-10-15 00:00:00

Organised policing in Bangladesh has a history of around 200 years starting from the British colonial era. The constitution of the country, laws, rules and regulations including the Police Regulations, the Police Act, and the Code of Criminal Procedure form...

Treatment of protesters' injured eyes

2024-10-15 00:00:00

Although the number of deaths during the quota-reform movement is yet to be finalised, it has been put at around 800 so far. The number of the injured is many times more. Some of those receiving treatment in hospitals are...

US presidential election: stakes, intrigues, and projections

CAF Dowlah | 2024-10-15 00:00:00

In about three weeks, on November 5, 2024, Americans will head to the polls to elect the country’s 47th president. Every four years, regardless of circumstances—whether a president has been assassinated, incapacitated, or resigned—the United States (US) holds its presidential...

Weather (2024-10-14)

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at one or two places over Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions. Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky elsewhere over the country6:00 pm today (Monday), according...

Three snatchers on remand

2024-10-14 00:00:00

A Dhaka court has placed three alleged snatchers on a one-day remand on Sunday in a case filed over the robbery near the puja mandap in the capital's Tantibazar, reports BSS.The accused are Askash (23), Ridoy (23) and Jibon (19).Sub-Inspector...

Low pressure over Bay likely in 48 hours

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Another low pressure area is likely to be formed over the Southwest Bay of Bengal during 48 hours from 9:00 am on Sunday, said a Met office bulletin, reports UNB.Southwest monsoon has withdrawn, except from Chattogram, and conditions are favourable...

Ex-NSI director Monirul sent to jail

2024-10-14 00:00:00

A Dhaka court has sent former director (Border) of the National Security Intelligence (NSI) Commodore Monirul Islam to jail on Sunday, rejecting bail petition, reports BSS.Investigative Officer (IO) of the case produced Monirul, who was arrested in a case filed...

Hajj pilgrims must complete registration by Oct 23

2024-10-14 00:00:00

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has brought forward the primary registration deadline for Hajj pilgrims to ensure efficient management of the pilgrimage, reports bdnews24.com.On Sunday, the ministry's Hajj wing announced that the primary registration formalities must be completed by Oct...

DU Charukola's 'Boipoka': More than a book seller

TAHMID SHAKIB | 2024-10-14 00:00:00

On the bustling streets in front of Dhaka University's Faculty of Fine Arts stands a humble mobile bookstall, an emblem of intellectual resistance. Its curator, Madhumandal, shared his journey with The Financial Express, shedding light on the philosophy behind his...

Durga Puja ends with immersion of idols _

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Durga Puja, the biggest religious festival for the Bangalee Hindu community, has drawn to a close through the immersion of idols of the goddess in the waters, report agenciesIn Dhaka, thousands of devotees gathered along the banks of the Buriganga...

CJ urges all to continue fight against injustice

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Chief Justice (CJ) Syed Refaat Ahmed has called upon the countrymen to work together against the society's injustice and discrimination rising above communal narrowness, reports BSS.The chief justice urged particularly those who are involved in legal professions to ensure justice...

Army Chief calls on Chief Adviser

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman paid a courtesy call on Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Sunday, reports UNB.During the meeting, the Army Chief briefed the Chief Adviser about the ongoing activities of the Army besides exchange of greetings.Meanwhile,...

BD, US discuss tackling graft, money laundering

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Bangladesh and the United States have discussed ways for strengthening collaboration to counter corruption, tackle money laundering, and recover stolen assets, reports UNB.The issues were discussed during a meeting between Foreign Secretary (FS) Md Jashim Uddin and Acting Coordinator for...

Adviser Nahid rejects honour amid student protests in BRUR

2024-10-14 00:00:00

RANGPUR, Oct 12 (UNB): Nahid Islam, the information and broadcasting ministry adviser to the interim government, declined the honour bestowed upon him during the anniversary celebration of Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur (BRUR) on Saturday.At an event held at the university's...

Student leader Mahfuz didn't 'spring from ground': Farhad Mazhar

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Poet and thinker Farhad Mazhar believes Mahfuz Alam, special assistant to the chief adviser and widely regarded as the mastermind behind the student-led protests that led to the ouster of the Awami League government, did not suddenly 'spring from the...

AL men should be tried under 'black laws' they enacted

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has said Awami League (AL) men should be tried under the 'black laws' they formulated over an extended period, reports UNB."We do not want any injustice and oppression on anyone. Let them be tried...

Journos directly linked with fascists will be tried: Nahid

2024-10-14 00:00:00

Nahid Islam, the information and broadcasting ministry adviser to the interim government, said journalists directly linked to the deposed 'fascist' government and those who incited and supported the recent genocide will be brought to justice, reports UNB.He emphasised that if...

President calls upon people of all faiths to work for a prosperous Bangladesh

2024-10-14 00:00:00

President Mohammed Shahabuddin has urged all irrespective of castes and religions to work together to make Bangladesh a developed, and prosperous country, report agencies."The existing harmony and mutual amity in the society should be kept unhurt to speed up the...

Gayeshwar urges govt to hold polls without wasting time

FE REPORT | 2024-10-14 00:00:00

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) standing committee member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy called upon on Sunday the interim government to hold the national election by completing reform activities without wasting time for nothing."Public participation in the election will be like a tide...

ASEAN urges early accord on S China Sea code

2024-10-14 00:00:00

BANGKOK, Oct 13 (Reuters): Southeast Asian leaders called on Sunday for swift agreement on a code of conduct for the South China Sea based on international law, while demanding an immediate halt to fighting in Myanmar and inclusive peace talks...