Kolkata crush Hyderabad to storm into IPL final
Two-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders pummelled Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight wickets in the qualifier to waltz into the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday. Kolkata romped home with 6.2 overs to spare after unbeaten half-centuries by Venkatesh Iyer (51) and skipper Shreyas Iyer (58). Hyderabad will get another chance to make Sunday's final when they clash with the winners of Wednesday's eliminator between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sunil Narine gave Kolkata a flying start before Venkatesh and Shreyas plundered 97 runs off 44 balls to seal an easy victory. Hyderabad captain Cummins was confident the 2016 champions could still make the final in Chennai.
Source:bd News24
May 21, 2024 19:57 UTC
President to host reception for Buddhist leaders tomorrow
"The reception for Buddhist leaders will commence at 4 pm . President Shahabuddin will deliver a speech to the Buddhist community across the country through media," President's Press Secretary Joynal Abedin told BSS today. The president and his wife Dr. Rebecca Sultana will greet Buddhist leaders on the occasion of the largest religious festival celebrated by the Buddhist community in Bangladesh. Buddhist religious leaders will also offer the president a bouquet at Bangabhaban. Faridul Haque Khan, State Minister for Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Kujendra Lal Tripura, Buddhist community leaders, and Bangabhaban secretaries.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 21, 2024 18:45 UTC
Govt to procure 1.10cr liters soybean oil, 30,000 MTs fertilizer
DHAKA, May 21, 2024 (BSS) - The government today approved separate proposals for procuring some 1.10 crore liters of soybean oil and 30,000 metric tons of fertilizer to meet the growing demand of the country. Briefing reporters after the meeting, Cabinet Division Secretary (Coordination and Reforms) Md Mahmudul Hossain Khan said that the day's meeting approved a total of 10 proposals. In response to a proposal from the Ministry of Commerce, the state-run Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) will procure some 1.10 crore liters of soybean oil under local Open Tender Method (OTM) from Super Oil Refinery Limited with around Taka 182.40 crore where per liter soybean oil would cost Taka 152.45. He said the meeting approved two separate proposals from the Power Division for the Lot-1 and Lot-2 of the Modernization and capacity enhancement of BPDB's power distribution system (Dhaka and Mymensingh Divisions). The meeting also approved one proposal each from the Secondary and Higher Education Division and the Local Government Division.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 21, 2024 17:27 UTC
Eastern Nebraska hit with heavy rain, flash flooding
Heavy rain caused flash flooding in parts of Butler, Saunders and other area counties Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service estimated that as much as 10 inches of rain fell in western Saunders County, while 3 to 7 inches fell over a wide area of eastern Nebraska. The Lincoln Airport received just 0.11 inches of rain, while other areas of the city reported up to half an inch. The Weather Service was reporting "moderate flooding" on the Wahoo Creek, which hit 25.2 feet early Tuesday morning, more than 4 feet above flood stage. A number of counties in eastern Nebraska, including Lancaster County, remain in a flood watch until 7 p.m. due to the potential for more heavy rain throughout the day.
Source:Daily Sun
May 21, 2024 16:50 UTC
A story of growing up poor, finding a lifeline and giving back
There is a misperception held by some that only poor Black or minority families live in inner-city projects. He only saw other poor and disenfranchised children looking for a chance at a better life — one most would not find. Seeman’s lifeline was a scholarship to an elite Catholic high school in Toledo, which he grabbed with both hands. While at that school, Seeman applied to Yale and was accepted. And yet, Seeman found the inner strength to “choose wisely.”After Yale, Seeman did find his way into Harvard Law School.
Source:Daily Sun
May 21, 2024 13:29 UTC
PM mourns death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi
DHAKA, May 20, 2024 (BSS) - Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of Iranian President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian and the entourage in an Iranian helicopter accident. "I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear about the sad demise of President Dr. Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and members of the entourage in the tragic accident of the helicopter carrying them," she said. Sheikh Hasina conveyed her condolence in a letter wrote to First Vice President of Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber. The premier mentioned that President Seyyed Raisi was a wise and selfless leader who served his country with deep commitment and worked for the well-being of the People of Iran. "He was a great leader of international stature and his exemplary leadership and accomplishments will remain as a lasting legacy for us," she added.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 21, 2024 12:46 UTC
Hit with travel ban, Bangladesh Army’s former chief Gen Aziz denies US allegations
Bangladesh’s former army chief General Aziz Ahmed has dismissed as “untrue” the corruption and nepotism allegations made by the United States. He said if any contracts or corrupt activities involving his brothers could be proven, he would accept the consequences for his actions, whether as the chief of the Border Security Force or the army chief. In February 2021, an Al-Jazeera news report brought a slate of allegations, including corruption, against the then army chief Aziz. "The allegations made by the United States in this ban were featured in the Al Jazeera documentary. "If anyone can prove that I awarded any contract to my brothers or relatives during my four years as DG BGB or three years as army chief, I am ready to accept any consequences.
Source:bd News24
May 21, 2024 12:33 UTC
Daily Horoscope for May 21, 2024
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May 21, 2024 12:29 UTC
Sales tax holidays offer summer savings
Lady Lake, FL (32159)TodayScattered clouds with the possibility of an isolated thunderstorm developing this afternoon. Winds NE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30%..TonightPartly cloudy skies. Low near 70F. Winds ENE at 5 to 10 mph.
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May 21, 2024 12:19 UTC
Low pressure forming over Bay of Bengal may intensify into cyclone
The potential cyclone will be named Remal, a moniker given by OmanThe Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast that a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify in several phases and may turn into a cyclonic storm. A low-pressure area is likely to form over southwest Bay and adjoining areas during the next 48 hours, the Met Office said in its forecast early on Tuesday. Meteorologist Md Omar Faruq said, “The cyclone may occur and if it does, it will be named Remal. The cyclones in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal are named by the World Meteorological Organisation's regional cyclone agency ESCAP. For the last time in 2023, Cyclone Michaung was formed in the Bay of Bengal but it crossed the coast through India’s Andhra Pradesh, leaving Bangladesh almost unaffected.
Source:bd News24
May 21, 2024 12:04 UTC
Bangladesh declares day of state mourning for Iran’s President Raisi
The Iranian president and his foreign minister were killed in a helicopter accidentBangladesh has announced a day of mourning on Thursday over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. The Cabinet Division made the announcement in a notice on Tuesday. A day of state mourning has been declared on Thursday, May 23, to commemorate the death of Iranian President Raisi and others in a helicopter accident in East Azerbaijan province on May 19, the notice said. Raisi, considered a potential successor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed when his helicopter crashed in poor weather in the mountains near the Azerbaijan border on Sunday. The charred wreckage of the craft carrying Raisi, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian and six other passengers and crew was found early on Monday after an extended search in blizzard conditions.
Source:bd News24
May 21, 2024 10:10 UTC
World reactions to death of Iran's President Raisi
PARIS, May 21, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Iran's powerful allies on Monday mourned the death of its President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, while regional militants hailed him as a supporter of the Palestinian cause. EU Council President Charles Michel said in a statement: "Our thoughts go to the families." - Gulf states -Iran's Gulf neighbours Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman sent their condolences. - Russia -Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed Raisi as an "outstanding politician" and "a true friend of Russia" in a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. - France -France sent condolences to Iran and "the families of the victims of this accident," in a foreign ministry statement.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 21, 2024 08:44 UTC
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May 21, 2024 08:05 UTC
Microsoft debuts ‘Copilot+’ PCs with AI features
REUTERS/Chalinee ThirasupaExecutive Chairman and CEO of Microsoft Corporation Satya Nadella speaks during the "Microsoft Build: AI Day" event in Bangkok, Thailand, May 1, 2024. The company also demonstrated its Copilot voice assistant acting as a real-time virtual coach to a user playing the "Minecraft" video game. Microsoft also introduced a new generation of its own Surface Pro tablet and Surface Laptop that feature Qualcomm chips based on Arm Holdings' architecture. Last week, OpenAI and Alphabet's Google showcased duelling AI technologies that can respond via voice in real time and be interrupted, both hallmarks of realistic voice conversations that AI voice assistants have found challenging. Other chip designers such as Nvidia have efforts under way to make their own Arm-based PC chips, Reuters has previously reported.
Source:bd News24
May 21, 2024 04:13 UTC