England hammer New Zealand after Brook and Salt onslaught
A ruthless England led by skipper Harry Brook's brutal 78 punished some lax New Zealand fielding to win the second T20 international by 65 runs in Christchurch on Monday.
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Bagerhat seeks economic uplift thru Sugarcane
Sugarcane, once a hallmark of Bagerhat鈥檚 agricultural landscape, is making a strong comeback thanks to favourable weather, reduced soil salinity, and renewed interest from farmers and youth...
Controversial ex-PM Abhisit reinstated to lead Thai party
Thailand鈥檚 oldest political party voted Saturday to reinstate as its leader a conservative former prime minister, who led the country during a bloody military crackdown on 鈥楻ed Shirts鈥� protesters.
Bhomra port upgraded to Customs House
In a major policy shift poised to energize cross-border trade, Bhomra land port in Satkhira has been officially elevated to the status of a 鈥楥ustoms House鈥�.
Labuschagne slams another big century to send Ashes message
Run-hungry Marnus Labuschagne slammed his fourth century in five innings Thursday to make an emphatic case to be in Australia's side for the opening Ashes Test against England.
Kluivert out as coach after Indonesia fail to reach World Cup
Patrick Kluivert's stint as Indonesia coach is over after they 鈥榤utually鈥� agreed to part ways Thursday following a failed bid to reach the World Cup.
England qualify, Portugal forced to wait
Harry Kane scored twice as England thrashed Latvia 5-0 on Tuesday to secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup, while Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal were forced to wait to clinch their spot at the finals after being held by Hungary.
France held in Iceland as Germany and Belgium close on 2026 World Cup
Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals.
Cummins admits he may not be fit for first Ashes Test
Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins said Monday that he was 鈥榩robably less likely than likely鈥� to be fit for the first Ashes Test next month, but was still clinging to a shred of hope.
BGB member injured in landmine explosion along border with Myanmar
A Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) member was injured in a landmine explosion on Sunday while on patrol in the Tumbru area of Naikhongchhari Upazila, Bandarban, near the Myanmar border, which has been ravaged by armed conflict.
Haaland fires Norway closer to World Cup as Italy stay in hunt
Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to pass 50 international goals in record time as Norway cruised to a 5-0 thrashing of Israel on Saturday, edging closer to qualifying for a first World Cup finals since 1998.
Midland Bank, Shamadhan Services sign deal
Midland Bank signed an agreement on Thursday with Shamadhan Services Limited, an emerging digital financial service provider, to facilitate seamless money transfers between Shamadhan accounts and Midland Bank accounts.
Bangladesh women suffer crushing defeat to New Zealand
New Zealand captain Sophie Devine continued her golden run of form with a gutsy 63 to help the Kiwis to their first win at the Women鈥檚 World Cup as they crushed Bangladesh by 100 runs in Guwahati on Friday.
Tuchel slams 鈥榮ilent鈥� England fans
Thomas Tuchel blasted England鈥檚 鈥榮ilent鈥� fans for failing to back his team loudly enough during their 3-0 friendly win over Wales at Wembley on Thursday.
Australia in 'tight' race to have Cummins fit for Ashes opener
Australia is in a 鈥榯ight鈥� race to get injured captain Pat Cummins ready for the first Ashes Test in November, coach Andrew McDonald admitted Friday, while insisting he was 鈥榮till optimistic鈥�.
Saka lights up England's confident friendly win over Wales
Bukayo Saka's stunning strike and a first international goal for Morgan Rogers inspired England in a 3-0 win over Wales, but Thomas Tuchel slammed 鈥榮ilent鈥� fans at Thursday's friendly.
Scotland keep World Cup dream alive with Greece comeback, Dutch win
Scotland roared back to beat Greece 3-1 on Thursday to boost their hopes of direct qualification for the 2026 World Cup, while Cody Gakpo inspired the Netherlands to a 4-0 win in Malta.
Confident Bangladesh take on New Zealand
Following their spirited show against England, a confident Bangladesh will take on New Zealand in their third group fixture of the ICC Women鈥檚 World Cup at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati today.
Trump sends letter to Thai PM on border conflict with Cambodia
US president Donald Trump sent a letter to Thailand鈥檚 prime minister saying he wanted to see the country and neighbour Cambodia resolve simmering border tensions, Anutin Charnvirakul said Thursday.
Flintoff did not feel 'valued' by new Superchargers owners
England cricket legend Andrew Flintoff has walked away from his role as coach of the Northern Superchargers after feeling undervalued by the new owners of The Hundred franchise.
Gerrard brands failed England generation 'egotistical losers'
Former England and Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes ego and club rivalry prevented the Three Lions from winning international tournaments during his time as a player.
At least 15 people killed as landslide in northern India hits bus
At least 15 people were killed late Tuesday after debris from a massive landslide hit a bus in India鈥檚 northern state of Himachal Pradesh, local authorities said...
Spirited Bangladesh go down fighting to England
A spirited Bangladesh lost to four-time champions England by four wickets in their second match of the ICC Women鈥檚 World Cup at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.
Dhaka seeks stronger ties with Netherlands
Foreign adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Monday sought deeper cooperation with the Netherlands in water management, agriculture and technology, acknowledging the European nation鈥檚 globally recognised expertise in these sectors...
Bangladesh women face mighty England
Bangladesh face an uphill task when they take on four-time champions England in their second match of the ICC Women鈥檚 Cricket World Cup at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati today...
Haaland extends hot streak
Erling Haaland extended his blistering start to the season as the Manchester City striker sealed a 1-0 win at Brentford on Sunday...
Landslides, floods kill 64 in Nepal, India
Landslides and floods triggered by heavy downpours in Nepal and neighbouring India have killed more than 60 people, officials said Sunday, as rescue workers raced to reach cut-off communities in remote mountainous terrain.
Govt assures small island states of maritime cooperation
High commissioners and ambassadors from the Small Island Developing States group participated in a special programme hosted by Abida Islam, Bangladesh high commissioner to the United Kingdom and permanent representative to the International Maritime Organisation, at the Bangladesh high commission in London...
Trade activities resume at land ports after puja closure
Import and export activities at the Bhomra land port in Satkhira resumed this morning after remaining suspended for six consecutive days due to Shardiya Durga Puja, the largest religious festival of the Hindus...
Swiss solar furnaces recycling waste metal of watchmakers
A Swiss company inaugurated two solar furnaces on Friday in a watchmaking city, aimed at melting down and recycling the key industry鈥檚 steel offcuts by using green energy...
