Amorim, who joined United in November, said United remained committed to their goal of winning the league despite poor results. "I know we're losing games but the goal is to win the Premier League again. Rooney, who won the league five times with United during his playing career, said United were a long way away from challenging for the title. "I think it's a little naive to say they're looking to win the Premier League because from where they are now. "He says winning the Premier League, how can they compete?

March 03, 2025 13:39 UTC

As wireless headphones become an increasingly popular choice for music lovers and commuters alike, many have wondered whether these devices could pose health risks. The primary concern revolves around the radiofrequency (RF) radiation emitted by Bluetooth-enabled headphones, according to the digital lifestyle publication Well+Good. Nevertheless, the majority of these findings apply to all devices that emit RF radiation, not just wireless headphones. The studies do not definitively state that wireless headphones lead to the aforementioned health risks. Despite continued concerns, current research does not give conclusive proof that wireless headphones are harmful when used in moderation.

March 03, 2025 10:51 UTC

On Monday, the Appellate Division suspended the High Court order that had scrapped the recruitment of 6,531 candidates selected for the teaching positions. The court also instructed the candidates to join their positions within a month. “We, the 6,531 selected teachers, will forever be grateful to all the media personnel. However, on Feb 6, the High Court cancelled the appointments of candidates selected under a quota from these divisions, ordering a fresh merit-based selection process. The candidates have been protesting since then, blocking Shahbagh multiple times to demand the reinstatement of their appointments.

March 03, 2025 10:47 UTC

Authorities have scheduled a meeting for Tuesday with edible oil importers, producers and wholesalers to address the issue. They warned that legal action would be taken if oil prices were not reduced after the meeting. There’s no edible oil to be found anywhere.”“The little we’ve seen has already been sent for lab testing. There’s a severe shortage of edible oil, and sugar is also in short supply. We’ve received complaints that Tiki Group is not distributing oil, and we plan to meet with them.”“We’ll be meeting with wholesale dealers of edible oil tomorrow to resolve this issue.

March 03, 2025 10:06 UTC

The ruling brings respite among the aggrieved teaching candidates in ShahbaghThe Supreme Court has suspended a High Court ruling that had cancelled the appointments of 6,531 candidates selected for assistant teaching positions in government primary schools across Dhaka and Chattogram. The High Court ruling has, therefore, been stayed until the appeal is resolved. The Appellate Division's ruling provided relief to the protesting candidates, many of whom were staging a sit-in demonstration at Shahbagh. However, on Feb 6, the High Court cancelled the appointments of candidates selected under a quota from these divisions, ordering a fresh merit-based selection process. The candidates have been protesting since that night, demanding the reinstatement of their appointments and even threatening to carry out "mass suicides".

March 03, 2025 09:28 UTC





"There they sought help to transport two families of those injured and killed in the July-August uprising. In response to that request and some demand, the DC facilitated the 'requisition' of five buses. "The DC claimed no fuel cost of the buses was paid by the administration and the government had no involvement in the incident. "Shafiqul said, "The government is creating a level-playing field for all political parties. It is 'our' duty to ensure that all political parties participate in free, fair, and inclusive elections.

March 03, 2025 06:02 UTC

Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency by market value, shot up more than 11% to $94,110, while ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, climbed 14% to $2,528. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan .MIAPJ0000PUS was flat, though Japan's Nikkei .N225 rose 1.1%, helped by a softer yen. Fed fund futures 0#FF: now imply 69 basis points of easing by December, compared with 46 basis points a week ago. Yields on 10-year Treasuries US10YT=RR extended their rally with a drop to 4.220%, leaving them down 35 basis points in February, the largest monthly decline since late 2023. O/RBrent futures LCOc1 rose 35 cents to $73.16 a barrel, while US crude futures CLc1 added 30 cents to $70.05 per barrel.

March 03, 2025 04:29 UTC

REUTERS Tag: Ukraine, US, Volodymyr Zelensky, RussiaUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a meeting with members of the media on the outskirts of London, Britain, March 2, 2025. REUTERS Tag: Ukraine, US, Volodymyr Zelensky, RussiaUkraine's Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he believed he could salvage his relationship with US President Donald Trump after their explosive meeting in the Oval Office, but that talks needed to continue behind closed doors. Zelensky reiterated that Ukraine would not concede any territory to Russia as part of a peace deal. Zelensky spoke to reporters at a London airport after a summit with European leaders in London on Sunday. "As regards salvaging the relationship, I think our relationship will continue," Zelensky told reporters via a translator after the London summit.

March 03, 2025 02:24 UTC

The National Armed Forces, international partners, and vigilant locals are still continuing operations, SNTV saysMore than 40 al Shabaab members killed by Somali security forces, SNTV saysMore than 40 members of the Islamist al Shabaab armed group were eliminated in an operation by the Somali National Army and international partners in the Biya Cadde area of Hirshabelle state on Sunday, Somali National Television said in a post on X. "The National Armed Forces, international partners, and vigilant locals are still continuing operations," SNTV said in a post on X on Sunday.

March 02, 2025 23:04 UTC

Bangladesh Police have filed a case against Md Sumon, a constable from Brahmanbaria, who pretended to be a freedom fighter’s grandson to secure his job. He was arrested from Akhaura Land Port when he returned to Bangladesh from India through the Akhaura immigration checkpoint on Friday afternoon. Presenting himself as the grandson of a Liberation War veteran, he turned in the certificate of his neighbour, freedom fighter Md Hossain Mia, as evidence. The report said that Md Sumon was appointed as a trainee recruit constable on Jul 3, 2012. The case alleges Sumon deliberately submitted someone else’s freedom fighter certificate to push his application for the post.

March 02, 2025 23:00 UTC

“The situation in Bangladesh affects me deeply because I have a strong Bengali sense of identity,” he tells PTI'Worried about Bangladesh', Yunus has a long way to go: Nobel laureate Amartya SenExpressing "deep concern" over the ongoing situation in Bangladesh, Nobel laureate economist Amartya Sen has said that his friend and Bangladesh interim government head Muhammad Yunus has a long way to go to resolve the existing impasse. Sen also noted that newspapers in Bangladesh remained “relatively free”, with many flourishing despite taking strong anti-government positions. “I think Bangladesh should make the best use of its tradition of working together rather than attempting to sideline any particular group. There is room for change.”Sen said, “I am worried about Bangladesh, but I am not without hope.”Asked about his assessment of another Nobel laureate Yunus as Bangladesh’s chief advisor to the interim administration, he said: “Yunus is an old friend. “If you suddenly become the head of a country, as Yunus effectively has, you must consider various factions.

March 02, 2025 20:26 UTC

INFLUENTIAL NAME IN THE CAPITAL MARKETSNafeez obtained the license of an asset management company called RACE Asset Management PCL in 2008. IFIC Bank First Mutual Fund's NAV was Tk 7.6 on Feb 13; last traded at Tk 3.10. First Janata Bank Mutual Fund's NAV was Tk 7.25 on Feb 13; last traded at Tk 3.20. Popular Life First Mutual Fund's NAV was Tk 7.98 on Feb 13; last traded at Tk 3. To rescue Padma Bank, Tk 7.15 billion was arranged from the state-owned Sonali Bank, Janata Bank, Agrani Bank, Rupali Bank and Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB) through a government initiative.

March 02, 2025 20:16 UTC

ACC spokesperson Tanzir Ahmed said the commission officials conducted the drive at the SEC Building in Dhaka’s Agargaon on Sunday. The anti-graft watchdog’s enforcement team will submit a complete report to the commission after reviewing all the records. Shibli Rubayat Ul Islam, who served as the SEC chairman for the last four years of the Awami League government, is behind bars after his arrest last year. The ACC also investigates Beximco Green Sukuk and IFIC Amar Bond in the SEC. Salman F Rahman, vice chairman of Beximco Group and former chairman of IFIC Bank chairman, is also in prison now.

March 02, 2025 19:04 UTC

Electing to field, New Zealand restricted India to 249-9 with Matt Henry (5-42) leading their superb bowling display backed up by their characteristic sharp catching. Shreyas Iyer (79), Axar Patel (42) and Hardik Pandya (45) scored valuable runs but India still settled for a below-par total. Chakravarthy (5-42) helped India bundle out New Zealand for 205 despite Kane Williamson's classy 81 to maintain their unbeaten run in the tournament. India, who topped Group A, will face Australia in the first semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday. "New Zealand are a good team, who are playing some good cricket," India captain Rohit Sharma said.

March 02, 2025 16:46 UTC

At a discussion event at the National Press Club in Dhaka on Sunday, the Standing Committee member said: "The situation of the market is not good. If we only analyse political theories, and people do not have food and the purchasing power, then they will also criticise the government’s good work." The event titled “Role of Politicians in Ensuring Human Rights” was organised by the “World Human Rights Organization of Bangladesh”. Calling on the chief and other advisors, Salahuddin said: “Please pay attention to the poor so that the market situation is such that the daily commodities remain within their reach." “As the days go by, it seems that some nefarious tactics are being devised to prolong the path to democracy.

March 02, 2025 13:09 UTC