Emmy winner Jeremy Allen White portrays Bruce Springsteen in the biographical drama “Deliver Me From Nowhere,” releasing October 24. Directed by Scott Cooper, the film focuses on creating Springsteen’s acclaimed 1982 album “Nebraska.” White performs his own vocals, with Jeremy Strong co-starring as manager Jon Landau. The project has Springsteen’s blessing and features an ensemble cast including Stephen Graham and Marc Maron.READ FULL
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Khaleda Zia returns home from Evercare Hospital
BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia returned to her Gulshan residence Firoza around midnight after health check-up at Evercare Hospital. Her physician Professor AZM Zahid Hossain said tests were completed and the medical board decided to continue treatment at home, expecting further improvement. Khaleda had undergone four-month advanced treatment in London, returning to Dhaka on May 6.READ FULL
“Too Risky”: Karnataka Distributor Refuses To Release Kamal Hassan’s ‘Thug Life’
Distributor Venkatesh Kamalakar refuses to release Kamal Haasan’s ‘Thug Life’ in Karnataka, citing poor business prospects two weeks post-India release. The film faces boycott over Haasan’s controversial “Kannada born from Tamil” comment. Despite Supreme Court ordering release after CBFC certification, pro-Kannada groups threaten protests. Police issued notices to activists restricting demonstrations to designated areas.READ FULL
‘Droidcon Bangladesh 2025’ to be held on June 20-21
The popular Android developer conference ‘droidcon Bangladesh 2025’ will be held June 20-21 at Independent University, Bangladesh. Expecting 500+ participants, the event features 19 international speakers and 20+ technical sessions covering Kotlin, Flutter, AI in mobile testing, and Android security. The last droidcon in Bangladesh was in 2017 with 300 developers attending.READ FULL
“You Are The Best, Trying To Be As You”: Italy PM Meloni Tells PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian PM Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada. In a warm exchange, Meloni told Modi, “You are the best. I am trying to be as you.” Both leaders emphasized strengthening India-Italy friendship. This marks Modi’s sixth consecutive G7 participation and first Canada visit in a decade.READ FULL
A Look At Israel’s Nuclear Program As It Attacks Iran For Wanting One
While Israel wages war against Iran over nuclear concerns, reports reveal Israel secretly possesses at least 90 nuclear warheads—the Middle East’s only nuclear arsenal. Despite official ambiguity, Israel’s uranium stockpile could produce hundreds more weapons. The program, housed near Dimona since 1958, makes Israel the world’s eighth-largest nuclear power, though it remains unrecognized under international treaties.READ FULL
ICT office publishes notices asking Hasina, Asaduzzaman to appear
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal published newspaper notices summoning former PM Sheikh Hasina and ex-home minister Asaduzzaman Khan to appear on June 24 over crimes against humanity charges during the July uprising. Both are declared absconding abroad with arrest warrants issued. If they fail to appear, the tribunal will appoint defense counsel and proceed with trial in absentia.READ FULL
Indian-Origin Suspects Among 18 Arrested In Canada Towing Industry Scam
Eighteen people, mostly of Indian-origin, were arrested and CAD $4.2 million in assets seized after police dismantled an organized criminal network linked to Ontario’s towing industry. The suspects face 97 charges including extortion, fraud, and firearms offenses. The network staged vehicle collisions for insurance fraud and used violence to control towing operations, targeting South Asian business owners with extortion demands.READ FULL
Taiwan adds Huawei and SMIC to export control list alongside Taliban and al Qaeda
Taiwan has placed China’s Huawei and SMIC on its export control list alongside entities like Taliban and al Qaeda, requiring government approval for Taiwanese exports to these firms. The move, part of adding 601 entities from China, Russia, Iran, Pakistan and Myanmar, strengthens national security controls. Taiwan cited concerns over Chinese firms poaching semiconductor talent and acquiring proprietary technologies illegally.READ FULL
FF Sakhina Begum known for killing Razakars passes away
Sakhina Begum, renowned for killing five Razakars with a sword during Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War, died today in Kishoreganj’s Nikli upazila. Known as “Khatki Begum,” she joined the war after her nephew’s martyrdom, initially serving as cook and informant before her famous act of vengeance. A state funeral is being arranged for the childless widow who became a symbol of courage.READ FULL
Parliamentary Panel To Review Air Safety Lapses, Manpower Issues In Aviation
A parliamentary committee led by JDU MP Sanjay Jha will meet June 23 to review recent air crashes and aviation sector manpower gaps. Following the Ahmedabad Air India crash and Uttarakhand helicopter accident, the committee will summon DGCA, Air India, Boeing, and aviation experts. The panel previously highlighted critical staff shortages: 48% vacancies in DGCA, 37% in BCAS, creating safety concerns amid India’s growing aviation sector.READ FULL
“Dangerous New Arms Race”: Report Says China Added 100 New Warheads In 2 Years
China’s nuclear arsenal has grown to 600 warheads, adding 100 in 2023-2024, according to SIPRI’s annual report. The Stockholm-based think tank warns of a “dangerous new nuclear arms race” as nearly all nine nuclear-armed states continue modernization programs. Global nuclear inventory stands at 12,241 warheads, with Russia (5,459) and the US (5,177) holding 90% of the world’s total nuclear weapons.READ FULL
First Batch Of Kailash Mansarovar Yatris Leave For Nathula Pass
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Sikkim’s Nathula Pass has resumed after a five-year gap, with 36 pilgrims beginning their journey on Monday. The group will stay at acclimatization centers for four days before crossing into China on June 20. ITBP personnel, doctors, and liaison officers will accompany them. Sikkim’s Chief Minister will flag off the pilgrims for this sacred journey to the holy site.READ FULL
As Debate Over Bangladesh Election Intensifies, A Tussle Over Dates
Bangladesh’s Election Commission is ready to hold parliamentary elections by April 2026, but timing remains unclear. Interim leader Muhammad Yunus met with opposition BNP leader Tarique Rahman, who requested elections before Ramadan 2026 (February-March). The EC says it can hold elections earlier if the government decides. Critics accuse Yunus of delaying polls, while his government insists reforms are needed first before elections.READ FULL
Ending Asylum Hotels For Immigrants Will Save Taxpayers Rs 10,600 Crore: UK Government
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced Britain will stop using hotels to house asylum seekers by 2029, saving taxpayers £1 billion annually. Currently costing over £8 million daily, around 32,000 asylum seekers are housed in hotels. The government pledged £280 million extra annually by 2028-29 for Border Security Command to accelerate asylum decisions and reduce backlogs.READ FULL
6,000-Year-Old Skeletons Have Distinctive DNA With No Link To Modern Humans
Scientists discovered ancient human remains in Colombia’s Bogota Altiplano dating 6,000-500 years old that don’t match any known indigenous populations. The 21 individuals studied represent a previously unknown genetic lineage unrelated to modern humans or other ancient American populations. Researchers are puzzled about their origins and disappearance, calling the find crucial for understanding early American settlement patterns.READ FULL
Max Verstappen Seeks Record Fourth Canada Win And Trouble-Free Weekend
Max Verstappen aims for a record fourth consecutive Canadian Grand Prix victory this weekend but faces automatic suspension from the Austrian GP if he receives one more penalty point. The four-time champion sits third in standings behind McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Mercedes seeks their first win since Las Vegas 2024, while Hamilton struggles without a podium this season.READ FULL
Russia Says Ready To Help Remove Excess Nuclear Material From Iran
The Kremlin confirmed Wednesday that Russia is ready to assist in removing excess nuclear material from Iran and converting it into fuel, if the US and Tehran find such help useful. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said the offer aims to help bridge differences between Washington and Iran over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.READ FULL
Mistral Releases Magistral, Its First-Ever Reasoning AI Models With Transparent Chain-of-Thought
French AI startup Mistral released two reasoning-focused AI models: Magistral Small (open-source, 24B parameters) and Magistral Medium (enterprise, proprietary). Both feature multi-step reasoning with transparent chain-of-thought in eight languages. Small scored 70.7% on AIME2024, Medium achieved 73.6%. The models target research, strategic planning, and data-driven decisions, available via Hugging Face and cloud platforms.READ FULL
Ctg airport: Passengers forced to walk on taxiway as boarding bridge out of order
International passengers at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram have been forced to walk to the terminal for four days due to a malfunctioned boarding bridge. One of two 24-year-old bridges at Gate 4 remains out of service, causing inconvenience especially with Hajj return flights arriving June 17. Airport authorities say work is underway to install a replacement bridge.READ FULL
20 injured in clash over football match in Bhairab
At least 20 people were injured in a clash between two groups over a football match in Kishoreganj’s Bhairab upazila, Bangladesh. The hour-long altercation at Tulakandi Eidgah ground involved country-made weapons and spears, with several houses vandalized. Ten victims with serious injuries were transferred to hospitals for advanced treatment. Police brought the situation under control and legal proceedings are underway.READ FULL
Honeymoon Murder: Kangana Ranaut Calls Sonam Raghuvanshi “Dumb”, And A Warning
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut slammed Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of orchestrating her husband Raja’s murder during their Meghalaya honeymoon.Ranaut called the act “cruel, heinous and dumb,” questioning how Sonam couldn’t refuse marriage but could plan murder. Raja’s body was found in a gorge near Weisawdong waterfalls on June 2 after the couple went missing May 23. Sonam surrendered to UP Police on June 9.READ FULL
Was Kidnapped By Israeli Troops In International Waters: Greta Thunberg
Climate activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel after Israeli forces seized her Gaza-bound aid boat in international waters Monday. In a pre-recorded video, Thunberg said: “If you see this video, we have been intercepted and kidnapped.Israeli naval forces boarded the charity vessel Madleen, enforcing Gaza’s naval blockade. President Trump dismissed her “kidnapped” claim, saying Israel “has enough problems.”READ FULL
‘Tesla Production Banned In US’: President Donald Trump In AI-Manipulated Viral Video
A viral video showing President Trump announcing a Tesla production ban and calling Elon Musk a “snake” has been confirmed as AI-generated. Fact-checkers found the clip had a 99.8% likelihood of being artificial, with advanced voice cloning used. The video made baseless claims about Trump-Musk tensions, but reports of Trump selling his White House Tesla were later denied.READ FULL
Tom Cruise earns Guinness World Record for ‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’
Tom Cruise earned a Guinness World Record by performing 16 parachute jumps with a burning chute for “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.” The actor trained in South Africa, jumping from over 75,000 feet while releasing flaming parachutes mid-air and deploying backups. Guinness praised his “incredible bravery” and commitment to authentic action sequences.READ FULL
Hundreds evacuated as Guatemalan volcano erupts
Guatemalan authorities evacuated over 500 people Thursday as the Fuego volcano spewed gas and ash. The volcano, located 22 miles from Guatemala City, prompted school closures and road shutdowns to UNESCO site Antigua. Fuego has caused multiple evacuations recently, including a deadly 2018 eruption that killed 215 people and destroyed villages.READ FULL
Japanese company aborts Moon mission after losing contact with lander
Tokyo-based ispace’s second attempt at a lunar soft landing failed Friday when contact was lost with the Resilience spacecraft during descent. The mission aimed to make ispace the first non-US private company to achieve controlled Moon touchdown. Communication ceased during the final approach to Mare Frigoris region. Only five nations have successfully landed on the Moon.READ FULL
Trump slaps new travel ban on 12 countries
President Trump signed a new travel ban affecting 12 mostly Middle Eastern and African nations, plus partial restrictions on 7 others. The measure, triggered by a Colorado attack involving an Egyptian national, excludes World Cup/Olympics athletes and diplomats. Critics call it discriminatory, while affected countries and the UN express concern. Legal challenges are expected.READ FULL
CNG driver beaten to death in Moulvibazar
Mortuz Ali, 50, a CNG auto-rickshaw driver, was beaten to death by tea workers in Chunarughat upazila following an argument over seat reservations. The conflict escalated when passengers found their reserved seats occupied. Police arrested two suspects – Akash Urang, 23, and Nayan Urang, 25. Auto-rickshaw drivers staged highway blockades demanding justice and arrests of all involved parties.READ FULL
Chinese Company Cons Parents Out Of Rs 44 Lakh By Staging Fake Kids’ Fashion Shows
A Shanghai-based company was fined 600,000 yuan (Rs 72 lakh) for running fraudulent children’s fashion shows branded as “Paris Kids Fashion Week” since 2020. The firm used luxury brand names like Gucci, Dior, and Burberry without permission, charging parents up to 10,000 yuan per costume. The scam was exposed after Gucci filed a complaint, revealing trademark infringement and counterfeit clothing use.READ FULL
Adani Ports Marks World Environment Day With Major Sustainability Milestone
Adani Ports (APSEZ) announced 12 key ports received Zero Waste to Landfill certification on World Environment Day, recycling 300 tons of plastic waste annually. The company targets Net Zero emissions by 2040, commissioned 225 MW renewable energy, and conserved 7,155 hectares of mangroves. APSEZ ranked top 10 globally in ESG ratings and earned CDP “A-” ratings for climate and water security.READ FULL
Rapper Chocolate MC Arrested After He Kidnaps Fan, Demands Cash From Him At Gunpoint
Cuban rapper Chocolate MC (Yosvanis Sierra-Hernandez) was arrested Wednesday for allegedly kidnapping a fan at gunpoint outside an Opa-locka, Florida grocery store. The rapper forced the victim to drive to multiple locations for two hours while demanding cash and personal information before releasing him unharmed. He faces charges including armed kidnapping, robbery, and threats. Surveillance footage corroborated the victim’s account.READ FULL
581 Paramilitary Force Companies, Jammers, Drones To Secure Amarnath Yatra
The 38-day Amarnath pilgrimage (July 3-August 9) will be secured by 581 CAPF companies, drones, and jammers following April’s Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists. For the first time, jammers will protect convoy movements. Both Pahalgam and Baltal routes will have comprehensive security including bomb disposal squads, sniffer dogs, and road blockades during pilgrim passage.READ FULL
Bangladeshi ‘Sand City’ secures worldwide sales deal ahead of festival premiere
Mahde Hasan’s debut feature “Sand City” has been acquired by Bangkok’s Diversion for worldwide distribution, excluding Bangladesh and Switzerland. The film will premiere at 2025 Karlovy Vary International Film Festival’s Proxima Competition. Starring Victoria Chakma and Mostafa Monwar, it follows two characters connected by sand obsessions. The acquisition marks continued global momentum for Bangladeshi cinema.READ FULL
Fearing Building Collapse, Over 200 Inmates Escape Pak Jail During Earthquakes
At least 216 prisoners escaped from Karachi’s Malir Jail Tuesday after 3.2-3.6 magnitude earthquakes caused panic and structural damage. Inmates broke cell doors and windows amid fears of building collapse. Police operations to recapture escapees resulted in one death and two officer injuries. About 80 have been recaptured while 130+ remain at large. Authorities offer reduced sentences for voluntary returns.READ FULL
UK Man Arrested For Trespassing On Windsor Castle Grounds: Police
A man in his 30s was arrested Sunday for trespassing on restricted grounds at Windsor Castle around 1 PM. Metropolitan Police quickly intercepted him before he could access inner grounds. He was charged under the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act and found with suspected Class A drugs. The suspect has been released on bail pending investigation.READ FULL