Summer 2023 was the hottest in 2,000 years, study says
REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/FileThe intense northern hemisphere summer heat that drove wildfires across the Mediterranean, buckled roads in Texas and strained power grids in China last year made it not just the warmest summer on record - but the warmest in some 2,000 years, new research suggests. The stark finding comes from one of two new studies released on Tuesday, as both global temperatures and climate-warming emissions continue to climb. Last year's summer season temperatures on lands between 30 and 90 degrees north latitude reached 2.07 degrees Celsius (3.73 degrees Fahrenheit) higher than pre-industrial averages, the study said. "We don't have such data," Esper said. That would account for about 1% of global deaths - roughly the same toll taken by the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 15:29 UTC
Daily Horoscope for May 14, 2024
General Daily Insight for May 14, 2024 Working hard and playing hard are both favored under these alignments. Once the Moon squares sensual Venus at 7:47 pm EDT, we’ll probably err on the side of embracing pure pleasure. As the comfort-craving Moon snuggles up in your cozy 4th house, staying home can be wonderfully nourishing for you. Cancer June 21 – July 22 Your ambition might set you apart from your friends at the moment. As the devoted Moon in your relationship zone trines decisive Mars in your communication sector, you’re equipped to look for realistic solutions without trampling anyone’s feelings.
Source:Daily Sun
May 14, 2024 15:05 UTC
Sharqiya militants were trying to regroup after arrest of most members: police
“As most of their members have been arrested, they were trying to reorganise differently for the group’s survival. Mashiur was a member of Islami Shasantantra Andolan before getting involved in the new militant group, according to the chief of DMP’s DB. The Bangladesh Army conducted an operation against the KNF in the wake of bloody clashes, bank robberies and weapons looting in the hill tracts. A few dozen KNF members were arrested while the authorities warned tourists not to travel to the hills. The Counterterrorism and Transnational Crime Unit had said that members of the banned militant outfits Harkatul Jihad, Ansar Al Islam and Jamaatul Mujahideen had formed the new armed group Sharqiya.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 14:04 UTC
Coalition for Mutual Liberation Voluntarily Ends Encampment
The Coalition for Mutual Liberation voluntarily took down its pro-Palestine encampment on Monday, two and a half weeks after it was initially erected on April 25. Supporters held small candles as demonstrators discussed the significance of the encampment for themselves and the people of Palestine. The vigil ended with supporters joining in a human chain, reminiscent of the one formed on the first day of the encampment. Supporters had surrounded participants on April 25 as they passed the 8 p.m. deadline to leave, a cutoff marked with threats of academic suspensions from administrators. CML also pledged to donate at least half of the encampment’s financial support garnered from community members to charities supporting Palestinians in Gaza.
Source:Daily Sun
May 14, 2024 13:55 UTC
Wolf Fire operations wrap up following 10,000 acres of forest treatment
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May 14, 2024 13:09 UTC
Three killed in protest clashes in Pakistan's Kashmir
MUZAFFARABAD, Pakistan, May 14, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Three people were killedwhen paramilitary troops clashed with protesters in Pakistan's Kashmir regionon Monday, an official said, on the fourth day of demonstrations over risingcosts. Thousands of people have rallied since Friday, with more than 10,000 turningout on Monday despite government offers of financial support to the region. The government sent paramilitary troops known as Rangers into the area onMonday and the internet was largely shut down. The prime minister for the Kashmir region on Monday said a police officer wasalso killed in the weekend violence and more than 100 injured, according tothe government. Asim Tariq, a 27 year-old student from Gojra Bypass where clashes broke out,said a tear gas shell entered his house.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 14, 2024 11:42 UTC
Former Nebraska guard Jaz Shelley released by Phoenix Mercury
Making a WNBA roster is extremely difficult — there are just 12 teams and 12 spots per team — and former Nebraska guard Jaz Shelley felt that reality when she was released by the Phoenix Mercury just before the regular season begins this week. Shelley was one of seven players cut by the Phoenix Mercury at the end of the preseason. Phoenix opens the regular season on Tuesday at Las Vegas. About one month ago, Shelley was the 29th overall pick of the WNBA draft and chosen by Phoenix with the fifth pick of the final round. The Mercury released both of their recent draft picks, Shelley and UCLA guard Charisma Osborne.
Source:Daily Sun
May 14, 2024 11:38 UTC
After long wait, the MV Abdullah crew is reunited with their families
The MV Abdullah had anchored at Kutubdia at 6pm on Monday. However, the return of the MV Abdullah sailors is far different this time. On Mar 12, Somali pirates seized control of the MV Abdullah and took the 23 sailors on board hostage as they travelled along the Indian Ocean. Initially, international maritime security forces pursued the MV Abdullah after its capture. The MV Abdullah docked at the Kutubdia channel on Monday and began unloading some of the 56,000 tonnes of stone.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 10:45 UTC
Sailors’ longing for reuniting with families ends, finally
After two months of tension and anxiety following their capture by Somali pirates, the crew members of the MV Abdullah have been reunited with their families. The MV Abdullah had anchored at Kutubdia at 6pm on Monday. However, the return of the MV Abdullah sailors is far different this time. On Mar 12, Somali pirates seized control of the MV Abdullah and took the 23 sailors on board hostage as they travelled along the Indian Ocean. The MV Abdullah docked at the Kutubdia channel on Monday and began unloading some of the 56,000 tonnes of stone.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 10:42 UTC
Beatrice Public Schools psychologist receives Friend of Autism Award
Dr. Maria-Louisa Knobel was recently recognized as the recipient of the 2024 Nebraska Autism Spectrum Disorder Network Friend of Autism Award. Knobel has worked as a school psychologist for Beatrice Public Schools for 25 years. Student Programs Director Beth Cordry-Hookstra said Knobel embodies the essence of a true champion for students. “Knobel is persistently striving to unlock our students’ full potential and create a supportive environment for their growth and development,” she said. Her outstanding contributions make her deserving of the 2024 Friend of Autism Award.”Cordry-Hookstra said Knobel was instrumental in implementing various programs.
Source:Daily Sun
May 14, 2024 10:10 UTC
Michael Cohen testifies he lied and bullied on Trump’s behalf
Donald Trump’s fixer-turned-foe, Michael Cohen, is directly implicating the former president in a hush money scheme. The AP's Mike Sisak explains. Live updates: https://bit.ly/3JYTHZT#donaldtrump #trump #michaelcohenSubscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPressRead more: https://apnews.comThis video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
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May 14, 2024 08:40 UTC
Taskin named on Bangladesh T20 World Cup squad despite injury concerns
Despite injury concerns, selectors have chosen pacer Taskin Ahmed for the Bangladesh squad heading to the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in the US and the West Indies. Pacer Hasan Mahmud and batsman Afif Hossain will go with the team as reserve players outside the 15-man squad for the World Cup. These two are also in the team for the three-match T20 series in the United States before the World Cup. Bangladesh's World Cup will start in Dallas with a match against Sri Lanka on Jun 7. Bangladesh will also play two practice matches ahead of the World Cup.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 07:59 UTC
Man injured in Sirajganj post-UZ polls violence dies
The supporter of a defeated candidate has allegedly died in a hospital after being beaten by supporters of the victorious chairman who won the race in Sirajganj's Belkuchi upazila, reports bdnews24.com. Abdul Alim died on his way to Dhaka on Monday. He was a supporter and close relative of defeated chairman candidate Bodiuzzaman Fakir. The victim's relatives and locals said Alim was an activist supporter of chairman candidate Fakir in the Belkuchi Upazila Parishad elections. After voting in the first phase of the upazila polls on May 8, Aminul Islam Sarkar who ran under the inkpot and pen symbol, won the contest.
Source:bd News24
May 14, 2024 06:33 UTC