Schoolgirl’s death in road accident sparks protest in city
Residents of the city’s Kazipara area kept the Mirpur-Farmgate road blocked for about one and a half hours till 2:00pm on Tuesday following the death of a 12-year-old schoolgirl there.
How Singapore elected a president without a vote
Singapore (CNN)Singaporeans were meant to go to the polls at the end of next week to vote for a new president, but they'll no longer have the chance, with only one candidate qualifying for the race.
Trump says UN North Korea sanctions are 'not a big deal'
Washington (CNN)President Donald Trump and congressional lawmakers signaled on Tuesday that more steps need to be taken to rein in North Korea's rapidly developing nuclear program despite the United Nations Security Council's unanimous vote to pass additional sanctions on the rogue nation.
Florida official: Death toll rises to 12 in state
(CNN)As night fell Tuesday, many people from South Carolina to Florida were staying in darkened homes, dealing with fallen trees and blocked roadways, and hoping they could find gas.
White House: Trump no longer expected to host Japanese prime minister
Washington (CNN)Though President Donald Trump was tentatively scheduled to play golf with Japanese Prime Minster Shinzo Abe at his private course in Bedminster, New Jersey, this weekend, the White House says that is no longer being discussed.
10 things you need to know about iPhone X
Apple is betting its future on a $1,000 phone.On Tuesday, Apple (AAPL, Tech30) unveiled new smartwatches, an Apple TV and the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus at a press event. But the showstopper was a premium device called iPhone X, with a starting price that would have once seemed laughable for a phone: $999.
Myanmar must resolve Rohingya crisis: PM
Jatiya Sangsad on Monday night unanimously adopted a resolution urging the international community, including the United Nations, to mount strong diplomatic pressure on Myanmar government to take back Rohingya people, ensure their safe accommodation and give citizenship rights.
15 people missing, 25 injured as three launches capsize in river Padma
At least 15 people went missing and 25 others became injured as three launches anchored near Wapda launch jetty in Naria Upazila in Shariatpur capsized in river Padma on early Monday due to river erosion and strong current.
SC extends BGMEA Building demolition deadline by 23 days
The Appellate Division on Monday extended the deadline for demolishing the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association Building in the capital by 23 days.
Waterborne diseases break out in 32 flood hit dists
Outbreak of waterborne diseases increased sufferings of thousands of people as flood waters are receding at different parts of the country. Acute shortage of safe drinking water and the lack of sanitation facilities further complicated the situation for people in districts that were flooded since July.
