Canva Makes History with $3 Billion Revenue Under Female Leadership
The widely popular design app Canva has made history by earning $3 billion in revenue in 2024, becoming the first startup led by a woman to achieve such a milestone.…
Brazilian Workers Sue Starbucks Supplier Over ‘Slavery-Like Conditions’ in Coffee Farms
A group of eight Brazilian workers, including a teenager who was allegedly subjected to hazardous child labour, has filed a civil lawsuit in the United States against coffee giant Starbucks,…
Maheen Khan’s Textile Tribute Concludes with Celebration of Heritage and Craftsmanship
The vibrant three-day exhibition and Baishakhi Festival titled “Crafting The Many Threads of Cultural Textiles” by eminent designer Maheen Khan came to a graceful close on Sunday at the EDGE…
UK Supreme Court Rules Trans Women Are Not Legally Women Under Equality Law
The United Kingdom’s Supreme Court has ruled that under the UK’s Equality Act, the legal definitions of “woman” and “sex” refer solely to those who are biologically female, concluding a…
Breaking Barriers: Justice Farah Mahbub Hails Women’s Progress in Bangladesh’s Legal Profession
Justice Farah Mahbub of the Appellate Division has stated that women in Bangladesh are increasingly breaking long-standing societal taboos by entering and excelling in the legal profession. Speaking at an…
‘If I Die, I Want a Loud Death’: Gaza Photojournalist Fatima Hassouna Killed in Israeli Airstrike Days Before Her Wedding
Fatima Hassouna, a 25-year-old Palestinian photojournalist who had dedicated her life to documenting the war in Gaza, was killed on Wednesday in an Israeli airstrike that struck her home in…
Trump Threatens to Abandon Ukraine Peace Talks as Kyiv Signs Controversial Minerals Deal with US
Donald Trump has warned that the United States may abandon its efforts to broker a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia unless progress is made “very shortly,” signaling growing impatience…
Behind the Glamour: Bollywood’s PR Machinery Fuels Envy, Blacklisting, and Media Manipulation
In the glitzy world of Bollywood, the public relations (PR) machinery that promises to bridge the gap between stars and their fans often harbors a darker side — one rife…
Father Killed for Protesting Daughter’s Harassment in Rajshahi, Prime Accused and Accomplice Arrested
The Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested the main accused and one accomplice in the brutal killing of a father who protested the sexual harassment of his daughter in Rajshahi.…
“Time to Move Forward Together”: Bangladesh Signals Strategic Shift in Foreign Policy After Historic Meeting with Pakistan
DHAKA, April 18, 2025 — In a landmark diplomatic development, Bangladesh and Pakistan resumed foreign secretary-level talks on Thursday for the first time in nearly 15 years, signaling a potential…
Men and Women to Compete on Same Team in Golf and Gymnastics at 2028 Olympics
In a landmark move for gender equality in sports, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that men and women will compete together as mixed teams in golf and gymnastics…
Once Called the ‘School for the Poor,’ This Dhaka Primary School Is Now Getting a Six-Storey Building
Once known for its crumbling tin-roofed classrooms and makeshift lessons held under worn-out tarpaulins, the 63-year-old Samajik Shikkha Kendra Government Primary School in Bailey Road, Dhaka, is undergoing a remarkable…
99 Percent of Garment Factories Resume Operations in Bangladesh After Eid Holidays
Following the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, the ready-made garment (RMG) sector in Bangladesh has resumed its operations in full swing, with 99 percent of factories across the country reopening. Despite some pre-Eid…
Kenya’s Drought Forces Girls into Child Marriage and Increases Vulnerability to Sexual Violence
As drought ravages the northern Marsabit region of Kenya, some families are resorting to heartbreaking measures to survive. In the face of severe water shortages and the death of livestock,…
Let’s Have Playful Teasing, Not Fights
Jay and Natasha (a pseudonym) are newly married and everything seems to be going well, but there’s one issue: both of them have a bit of a temper. Natasha, in…
Three Arrested for Harassing Female Journalist in Banasree
A female journalist was harassed in Banasree, Dhaka, on April 2, 2025, leading to the arrest of three individuals, including the main accused. The incident occurred when the journalist, identified…
How to Overcome Post-Festival Blues After Eid
Eid is a time of joy, filled with the laughter of loved ones, the excitement of outings, and a break from the usual work pressure. It’s an occasion that brings…
US Imposes 37% Tariff on Bangladeshi Goods
The United States is one of Bangladesh’s primary export markets, with annual exports amounting to approximately $8.4 billion, primarily consisting of garments. In 2024 alone, ready-made garments worth $7.34 billion…
Why Are Smartphones More Expensive in Bangladesh Compared to India and Pakistan?
The price of smartphones in Bangladesh is significantly higher than in neighboring countries like India and Pakistan, leading to an increase in illegal imports and a slower adoption of smartphones…
April Temperatures May Exceed 41 Degrees Celsius, Severe Thunderstorms Expected
Dhaka: The country may experience extreme heat in April, with temperatures expected to exceed 41 degrees Celsius, accompanied by severe thunderstorms, according to a weather forecast issued on Thursday, March…