The UK MoD has issued new health guidance urging female soldiers in elite roles to consume up to 3,500 calories daily and prioritize sleep to prevent injuries and hormonal issues.
A devastating wildfire in southern Spain has left at least 12 people dead and 23 missing. Emergency services continue to battle the blaze in Almería as officials fear many victims are expats.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced from the NATO summit in Ankara that the United States is preparing to hit Iran "very hard" with another round of military strikes.
A devastating combination of diesel scarcity and rolling blackouts has brought irrigation to a standstill across major agricultural hubs in Bangladesh. From Rangpur to Cox’s Bazar, thousands of pumps are idle as the boro rice crop enters its most sensitive growth stage.
Bollywood’s "Khiladi" is back in form as Bhoot Bangla smashed worldwide box office records this week. Collecting over ₹100 crore in its first 96 hours, the film marks a successful reunion for Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan. Despite a predictable Monday dip in domestic collections, the film's strong start has injected fresh optimism into the 2026 Bollywood theatrical calendar.
A group of 50 SSC examinees from Giridharipur Adarsha High School staged a midnight blockade of the Dhaka–Rangpur highway in Palashbari, Gaibandha, after failing to receive their admit cards on the eve of the national exam. The rare night protest, joined by anxious parents, created severe traffic disruption and ended only after high-level assurances from the local administration.
The 2026 SSC and equivalent examinations kicked off today across 3,885 centers in Bangladesh, but the academic milestone is being overshadowed by a nationwide energy crisis. With power generation falling 1,200 MW short of demand, students in rural districts face the most significant hurdles, relying on kerosene lamps and daylight to complete their most critical papers.
