The Bangladeshi diaspora in New York celebrated Pahela Baishakh with a unique blend of literature and art. Organized by Shobdoguchchho and Woodhaven Library, the event featured renowned poets, international musicians, and local students to honor Bengali heritage.
At least 250 people are missing after a boat bound for Malaysia sank. UN agencies warn that dwindling aid and lack of safety are driving refugees to take deadly risks at sea.
A formal complaint has been lodged with the Anti-Corruption Commission against former chief adviser Muhammad Yunus and health adviser Nurjahan Begum. The petition alleges that a failure to procure life-saving vaccines, despite a multi-billion taka budget, led to a national health crisis and over a hundred child deaths.
Former Speaker Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury has been released on bail after five days in jail, sparking debate over legal actions against former officials.
