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Fashion retailer Shein's transport emissions rise 13.7pc

2025-06-15 00:00:00

LONDON, June 14 (Reuters): Shein's carbon emissions from transporting products climbed 13.7% in 2024, the online fast-fashion retailer's sustainability report showed on Friday, and its 2023 transport emissions were 18% higher than previously reported after a recalculation.Shein uses mainly air...

Shop employees idle away outside their stores in the absence of customers on Saturday, the last day of the 10-day Eid holiday,

2025-06-15 00:00:00

Shop employees idle away outside their stores in the absence of customers on Saturday, the last day of the 10-day Eid holiday, as many city dwellers have yet to return from their native villages. This photo was taken inside Baitul...

Apparel exports to EU jump 25.3pc in four months

2025-06-15 00:00:00

FE REPORTThe country's readymade garment (RMG) shipments to the European Union (EU) posted highest growth among its major competitors during the first four months of 2025, similar to the USA. The apparel exports stood at 7.54 billion euros during the...

Global airline, travel stocks slide as Israel strikes Iran

2025-06-15 00:00:00

Global airline stocks tumbled on Friday as Israel's widescale strikes on Iran drove a more than 9 per cent surge in oil prices and prompted carriers to clear out the airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq and Jordan, reports Reuters.Travel and...

Prime Bank earns 2nd highest against each taka invested among banks

Farhan Fardaus | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

Prime Bank shows the second highest return on equity (ROE) among well-performing banks in its latest annual report but the stock still trades at the lowest price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio among listed banks on the bourses. It posted an ROE of...

Bourses open today after Eid holidays

2025-06-15 00:00:00

FE REPORTTrading on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) resumes today (Sunday) after a 10-day Eid vacation.The market remained closed from June 5 to June 14 on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, the second largest religious...

Marico earns record annual profit on hair oil sales growth

FE REPORT | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

Despite the turmoil and uncertainties in the political landscape, Marico Bangladesh has reported a record profit and revenue for the year ended in March this year.The revenue of the India-based multinational company grew 12.3 per cent year-on-year to Tk 16.31...

Coffee plunges to 10-month low

2025-06-15 00:00:00

NEW YORK, June 14 (Reuters): Robusta coffee futures on ICE hit a 10-month low on Friday amid good harvest progress in Indonesia and Brazil and improved prospects in top grower Vietnam, while sugar hit a fresh four-year low despite Israel's...

Gold could hit $4,000/oz in next 12 months: BofA

2025-06-15 00:00:00

Bank of America sees a path for gold to rally to $4,000 per ounce over the next 12 months, noting that the deficit, interest rates, and the US dollar will be key factors, reports Reuters.Market concerns over fiscal sustainability are...

Busiest US seaport takes hit from 145pc China tariffs, worries remain

2025-06-15 00:00:00

LOS ANGELES, June 14 (Reuters): Imports to the busiest US seaport at Los Angeles dropped 9 per cent year-on-year in May and could remain muted through the remainder of 2025, after companies responded to President Donald Trump's 145 per cent...

The president of Bangladesh Football Federation and executive committee organised a press conference

2025-06-15 00:00:00

The president of Bangladesh Football Federation and executive committee organised a press conference titled "Meet The Press" to engage in detailed discussions on the federation's future plans and various activities at the Helmet Hall of Rawa Complex, Mohakhali in Dhaka...

Miami missing Alba for Club World Cup opener

2025-06-15 00:00:00

MIAMI GARDENS, United States, June 14, (AFP): Inter Miami will be without their Spanish international left back Jordi Alba for the opening game of the Club World Cup on Saturday (6:00 am today Bangladesh time) against Egypt's Al Ahly.Miami coach...

Arise Sir David! Football legend Beckham knighted

2025-06-15 00:00:00

LONDON, June 14, (AFP): Former England football captain and global fashion icon David Beckham was knighted on Friday for his services to sport and charity, with The Who singer Roger Daltrey and actor Gary Oldman also receiving the honour.Beckham, who...

South Africa wins WTC, its first major cricket title in 27yrs

2025-06-15 00:00:00

LONDON, June 14, (UNB): South Africa won the World Test Championship against titleholder Australia by five wickets after knocking off the last 69 runs required on the fourth morning of the final on Saturday.The Proteas achieved their first major cricket...

BUP's Career Fest to return bigger than ever

MD Farhan Masrur | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

The Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) is preparing to host one of the country's most engaging student-focused events, as the BUP Career Club unveils the eighth edition of its annual flagship initiative. Titled ‘East Coast Group presents BUP Career and...

How a tiny Dutch company became the backbone of global AI boom

FE EDUCATION DESK | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

Generative AI is advancing rapidly, promising to transform sectors from education to medicine. But as developers push the limits of what's possible, they face a stubborn bottleneck: inference speed. Many of the most advanced AI models are incredibly powerful but...

How habit-tracking apps can rewire social media-addicted young minds

Taufiq uz Zaman | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

In an age where young minds struggle to find time to study, work, sit through traffic mindlessly, and complete daily household chores, has society left any room for them to lead a productive and healthy life effectively? With their attention...

Macron to visit Greenland to stop US 'preying' on it

2025-06-15 00:00:00

PARIS, June 14 (AFP): French President Emmanuel Macron is to visit Greenland on Sunday to ensure there is "no preying" on the autonomous Danish territory, the first such trip by a foreign leader since US President Donald Trump's threats to...

UN conference on Palestinian state postponed

2025-06-15 00:00:00

PARIS, June 14 (AP): A top-level U.N. conference on a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians scheduled for next week has been postponed amid surging tensions in the Middle East, French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday.France and Saudi Arabia...

Friday strikes killed 9 Iran N scientists

2025-06-15 00:00:00

JERUSALEM, June 14 (AFP): The Israeli military said on Saturday its air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities the previous day resulted in the deaths of nine leading Iranian nuclear scientists."During the Israeli air force strikes at the onset of Operation...

Iran has 'second chance' to come to N deal, says Trump

2025-06-15 00:00:00

WASHINGTON, June 14 (AP): President Donald Trump on Friday urged Iran to quickly reach an agreement on curbing its nuclear program as Israel vowed to continue its bombardment of the country.Trump framed the volatile moment in the Middle East as...

NEWS IN BRIEF 2025-06-15

2025-06-15 00:00:00

Man killed 'by nephew' in ChapainawabganjCHAPAINWABGANJ, June 14: A man was killed and another injured in a land dispute at Dhobpukur Bazar in Shibganj upazila on Friday. The deceased was Nazrul Islam, 55, son of Siddiq Biswas of Upartola village...

Youth-led online trade sees massive growth

2025-06-15 00:00:00

RAJSHAHI, June 14 (BSS): The online mango business has emerged as a blessing for many in Rajshahi, particularly among youth and students, who are utilizing modern information and communication technologies to earn a sustainable income during the ongoing mango season.Leveraging...

Seven years on, Faridpur Bridge remains a broken promise

2025-06-15 00:00:00

FARIDPUR, June 14 (UNB): On the tranquil banks of a sleepy branch of the mighty Padma River, dreams once stirred with the first blows of construction. A 580-metre bridge, envisioned to link Faridpur's bustling district town with the isolated char...

Eid holidaymakers crowd Paturia ferry terminal on way back to Dhaka

2025-06-15 00:00:00

Eid holidaymakers from 21 southwestern districts have thronged the Paturia ferry terminal in Manikganj to return to the capital as the post-Eid rush picks up momentum, reports UNB.Large crowds were seen boarding ferries and launches at the terminal on Saturday...

Fishermen returning with Hilsa catches from sea

2025-06-15 00:00:00

BARGUNA, June 14 (BSS): Fishermen from the district are returning with the much-anticipated Hilsa fish after casting their nets in the estuary of the Bay of Bengal.Following the end of a 58-day fishing ban, the Patharghata Fish Landing Center has...

Vegetable prices soar in Khulna after Eid

2025-06-15 00:00:00

KHULNA, June 14 (UNB): The prices of vegetables and other essential kitchen items have surged in Khulna markets following Eid-ul-Azha.After several days of meat-heavy meals during the Eid, many consumers are now turning to vegetables and fish for a lighter...

Master plan to be developed for ecotourism in Sylhet

OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2025-06-15 00:00:00

SYLHET, June 14: A comprehensive master plan would be developed to promote eco-friendly tourism in Jaflong and other tourist destinations in Sylhet, Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan made the disclosure on Saturday.The master plan would also...

Fintech reshaping consumer choice

2025-06-15 00:00:00

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept-it is already reshaping daily life, especially in consumer behaviour. With over 130 million internet users and growing smartphone usage, Bangladesh is witnessing a digital transformation...

Harnessing AI for smarter business decisions

2025-06-15 00:00:00

As artificial intelligence (AI) changes markets around the world, businesses in Bangladesh are starting to look at how it can help them not just with tasks, but also in making important decisions.AI tools can now handle huge amounts of data,...