In Bangladesh, the health of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a key opposition figure, is causing concern. She is currently in a serious condition at a hospital in Dhaka. This news comes at a time when her party, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is trying to make a comeback in the political
At the recent COP30 climate talks in Belém, a mysterious "informal list" of 84 countries supposedly opposed to a fossil fuel roadmap caused quite a stir. This list, compiled by the Brazilian presidency, was meant to show who was blocking progress on transitioning away from fossil fuels. However, a c
Jakarta, Indonesia's bustling capital, has taken the top spot as the world's most populous city, according to a recent United Nations report. This change comes not just from a sudden population explosion, but from a new way of counting urban populations. The report, released on November 18, estimat
Bangladesh's former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina, has been handed a death sentence. This comes after a trial where she was accused of serious crimes during student protests. The protests started over job quotas but grew into a bigger movement against her government. Over 1, 400 people died during t
A huge fire at Dhaka airport's cargo area has caused serious problems for Bangladesh's clothing industry. The fire started on Saturday and destroyed many goods that were ready to be sent to other countries. This includes clothes, materials, and important samples that help companies get new orders.
In Dhaka, a terrible accident happened. A training jet from the Bangladesh Air Force crashed into a school. This happened in the afternoon when classes were in session. The jet, made in China, took off and then crashed into Milestone School and College. At least 19 people died, most of them students
In Bangladesh, giving women more power and control over their lives has been a big deal. It's not just about helping individuals but also about how it affects families. One interesting thing to look at is how this empowerment might be linked to the number of children women have. Researchers wanted
The Greater Dhaka area has seen a massive boom in building and tearing down structures over the past 50 years. This rapid urban growth has led to a significant increase in construction and demolition waste. This waste is often overlooked, but it presents a unique opportunity. First, let's talk abo
In the bustling urban areas of Bangladesh, a silent struggle plays out within many homes. This is the story of intimate partner violence (IPV) and how it is deeply rooted in the experiences of women's childhoods. The research focused on married women living in three specific areas of Dhaka city. Th
Did you know that almost everyone on Earth is exposed to harmful air at some point? Nearly 99% of us are breathing in air that doesn't meet the clean air standards set by the World Health Organization. That's right, even when the sky looks clear, the air might not be safe. This isn't just something
