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Europe’s security is at a turning point: EU

Europe’s security is at a turning point, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday, as she arrived in Paris for an emergency meeting to address Washington’s shock policy shift on the war in Ukraine.

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Bio-Xin opens new branch in Barisal

Skincare brand Bio-Xin Cosmeceuticals inaugurated its 17th branch at L L Tower Bibir Pukurpar, Barisal City, said a press release.

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Encounters on the Milky Way screened at National Museum

A documentary film on three cattle breeders from Africa filmed in Switzerland by award-winning Swiss filmmaker Juerg Neuenschwander was screened on Friday at the Cineplex Hall of Bangladesh National Museum.

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Leading eurozone lenders post record earnings

The eurozone’s top three lenders by market capitalisation — Italy’s Intesa Sanpaolo, Spain’s Santander and BNP Paribas in France — all posted record earnings in 2024, demonstrating the strength of the banking sector.

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PROTESTING AGAINST EVICTION DRIVE: Petrol pump owners withdraw strike after 8 hours

The Bangladesh Petroleum Dealers, Distributors, Agents and Petrol Pump Owners Association withdrew its strike eight hours after it had called for an indefinite strike in Rajshahi and Rangpur divisions from Wednesday morning protesting against a Roads and Highways Department’s recent eviction drive in Naogaon...

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Dhanmondi Mujib memorial museum building razed to ground

A large mass of people, including students, in the early hours on Thursday demolished the Bangabandhu Memorial Museum building at Dhanmondi in Dhaka city after hours of vandalism at the historic building since Wednesday evening...

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Managing today’s museums

MUSEUMS are establishments where representative objects of cultural and historical importance of a nation are showcased for the public. As we go deep into the genesis of the word ‘museum’, we learn that it is derived from the word ‘muse’ in English adopted into its vocabulary from the Greek word ‘mousa’, meaning ‘muse’ or ‘think deeply’ over...

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Congolese protest against EU support of Rwanda

Hundreds of Congolese nationals protested on Tuesday at the EU offices in South Africa to demand sanctions against Rwanda over its support for rebels in the turbulent eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

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EU vows retaliation if Trump starts trade war

EU leaders meeting in Brussels Monday warned there would be no winners in a trade war with the United States, insisting they would hit back if US president Donald Trump imposes tariffs.

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Empowering rural women entrepreneurs

RURAL women in Bangladesh play a crucial role in the economy by running small businesses that do tailoring, poultry farming, dairy production and handicrafts. However, one of their biggest challenges is a lack of financial literacy — many struggle with managing money, securing loans, and making wise investment decisions. They often struggle to grow...

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ASUS unveils AI PCs

ASUS has recently launched its AI PC lineup at an event named ‘ASUS Always Incredible’ arranged by ASUS Bangladesh at Bhawal Resort in Gazipur, said a press release...

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Zambia invites Bangladesh for drug plant

Zambia has invited Bangladesh to explore the opportunities of establishing a pharmaceutical plant in its land while the southern African nation is keen to Bangladesh made pharmaceutical products...

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United, Spurs advance to last 16 in Europa League

Manchester United booked their place in the Europa League last 16 with a 2-0 win at Romanian side FCSB, while troubled Tottenham turned to their young guns to advance via a top-eight finish on Thursday.

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France, Germany stall eurozone growth in Q4

Eurozone growth slowed to a halt in the fourth quarter last year, dragged by contractions in major powers Germany and France which were held back by economic headwinds and political instability...

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Labour migration from Bangladesh to Croatia at risk

Labour migration from Bangladesh to Croatia is at risk since the authorities of the Balkan country is planning to suspend the issuance of new visas or work permits for Bangladeshis over allegations of using the country as a transit area for other destinations in Europe...

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BUFT hosts Hult Prize grand final, entrepreneurship expo

The BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology hosted the Hult Prize 2025 grand final and inaugurated the two-day National Entrepreneurship Expo on the BUFT campus in Dhaka on Tuesday, said a press release...

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Govt to sell shares of BexPharma, Shinepukur

The interim government has decided to sell the pledged shares of Beximco Pharmaceuticals and Shinepukur Ceramics connected to Salman F Rahman and his associates...

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Commission for data protection a timely demand

THIS is assuring that the government plans an independent commission to protect citizens’ data on digital platforms. An Information and Communication Technology Division policy adviser at the launch of a European Union-supported initiative for an effective e-governance and digital public services on January 27 said that the government’s plan for the...

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EU seeks partnership agreement with Bangladesh

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has expressed interest to continue ongoing collaboration with Bangladesh and explore new avenues to build partnerships, including...

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MU, Spurs enjoy Europa League boost

Manchester United and Tottenham both enjoyed some much needed respite from their Premier League woes with victories in the Europa League on Thursday.

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MU turn to Europa League as saving grace

Branded possibly the worst Manchester United team in the club’s storied history by manager Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils’ redemption for a shocking season rests on Europa League success...

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Exeunt, the man from Scranton

WHEN a president has failed as miserably as Joe Biden, you have to change the subject. You have to distract the public...

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