Lawyer challenges death penalty provision at Supreme Court
Ishrat cited the abolishment of the death penalty in 112 countries and argued that it be declared unconstitutional in Bangladesh. Many developed countries along with neighbouring countries like Bhutan and Nepal have abolished the penalty, Ishrat said, adding that Bangladesh was a signatory to an international law banning the death penalty. Unsure about when the writ petition will be heard in court, he said: “The break starts in a few days, so I can’t tell whether it will be held in the meantime or in January.”The Supreme Court is set to take a two-week break from Dec 19.
Source:bd News24
December 07, 2023 17:00 UTC
Nebraska high school sports notable games and top performers
Take a look at some of the notable Nebraska high school events coming up and some recent top performances. Marcus Glock, Wahoo: Started the season with games of 37 points against Bennington, 29 against Aurora and 35 at Norris. GIRLS BASKETBALLBritt Prince, Elkhorn North: Improved her school scoring record by six, to 42 points, in a win over Platteview. Doneelah Washington, Lincoln Northeast: Scored 28 in a 61-56 win over Omaha Westside and 27 against Lincoln Southwest in a 57-49 loss. Eve Hodoly, Omaha South: Scored 21 in a win over Omaha Bryan.
Source:Daily Sun
December 07, 2023 16:49 UTC
Gopalganj Free Day observed amid festivity
GOPALGANJ, Dec 7, 2023 (BSS) - Gopalganj Free Day was observed here today amid festivity and enthusiasm. On this day in 1971, the valiant freedom fighters liberated Gopalganj by defeating the Pakistani occupation forces. Marking the day, a discussion was held on the occasion at the hall room of Sadar Upazila Parishad office. The speakers commemorated the Great Liberation War and prayed for the peace of the souls of the martyred freedom fighters. From the morning of this day in 1971, groups of freedom fighters entered the district town and hoisted the flag of independent Bangladesh.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
December 07, 2023 16:27 UTC
Body of Bangladesh national shot dead by India’s BSF returned after 3 days
The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has returned the body of a Bangladeshi youth who was killed near the Thakurgaon border three days after his death. Feroz Wazed, chief of Haripur Police Station, told reporters that the 26-year-old’s body was handed over to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) around 2 pm on Thursday. At least two Bangladeshi youths were killed when the BSF opened fire at them on the Kanthaldangi border inside India. Earlier, a bipartisan flag meeting was held between the BSF and BGB, where the BSF said that they would return the body once legal proceedings were completed. However, the BSF returned the body three days later.
Source:bd News24
December 07, 2023 15:16 UTC
Controversial Islamic orator Amir Hamza released from prison
Controversial religious speaker Amir Hamza has been released on bail from Kashimpur High-Security Central Jail in Gazipur. He was released on bail in both cases on Thursday around 11:30 am. Hamza was arrested by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crimes unit on May 24, 2021, on charges of spreading extremism among the youth through his religious sermons. On May 5, 2021, a 22-year-old named Abu Saqib was arrested in front of Dhaka’s National Parliament area. Saqib said he was planning to attack the parliament building with a sword after being provoked by Hamza’s sermons.
Source:bd News24
December 07, 2023 14:28 UTC
12 vehicles torched on first day of BNP’s nationwide transport blockade
Arsonists set fire to as many as 12 vehicles across the country on the first day of BNP’s 48-hour nationwide transport blockade, the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence said. Most of the vehicles were set ablaze in Dhaka in the 24 hours to 6 am on Thursday, the fire service said in a media briefing. The fire service reported a total of 266 arson attacks across the country since the BNP’s Dhaka rally broke out in violence on Oct 28. Among the 12 vehicles burnt on the first day of the ongoing blockade, six incidents occurred in Dhaka, two in Gazipur, three in Chattogram and one in Sirajganj. The vehicles include six buses, two covered vans, a truck and three pick-up vans.
Source:bd News24
December 07, 2023 11:34 UTC
GC Boys Basketball: Tigers host Corsicana Basketball Tournament
Daily Sun File photo/Paul BorsellinoCorsicana Tiger Coach Sunny Hardy, who is full of energy and the drive to turn the program around, and his team will host the first Corsicana Basketball Tournament from Thursday through Saturday.
Source:Daily Sun
December 07, 2023 11:27 UTC
Village Ringers annual holiday show resonates with audiences
Dan Southworth, left, of the Village of Calumet Grove, and Tom Eggleston, of the Village of Bradford, practice with the Village Ringers at New Covenant United Methodist Church in preparation for Saturday’s “Joyful Bells!” concert.
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December 07, 2023 11:07 UTC
Gaibandha tasted freedom on this day in ‘71
GAIBANDHA, DEC 07, 2023 (BSS)-On this day in 1971, valiant freedom fighters (FFs) liberated Gaibandha town defeating the Pakistani occupation forces who entered into the Gaibandha town on April 17 in 1971 and stationed themselves at wireless office and then Helal Park now Shah Abdul Hamid Stadium. As the news spread, the people of Gaibandha town rushed to the ground, rejoiced liberation of their motherland by chanting slogans ‘Joy Bangla’ with the FFs and gave reception to the FFs for their heroic achievement. And thus, the Gaibandha town was liberated from the hands of Pakistan Army on this day in 1971, said Mahbub Elahi Ranju, BirProtik. Later, a discussion was also held at the stage of Independence Square of the town with freedom fighter Mahmudul Haque Sahjada, coordinator of the committee in the chair. Ikbal Maju and freedom fighter Ali Akbar addressed the function among others.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
December 07, 2023 10:53 UTC
10 interesting facts about Hanukkah
Hanukkah is a joyous celebration that brings families and communities together to commemorate historical events and reflect on the values of perseverance, faith, and the triumph of light over darkness. As featured on What to know about Hanukkah and how it's celebrated around the world On eight consecutive nightfalls, Jews gather with family and friends to light one additional candle in the menorah — a multibranched candelabra. Learn more about this year's celebration.
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December 07, 2023 10:38 UTC
'A full-circle moment': Jordan Larson relishing another NCAA run with Nebraska volleyball
One of the greatest players in Nebraska volleyball history has always been on the court when it matters. She’s also a burgeoning coach working with Nebraska outside hitters as an ultimate show-don’t-tell resource who always makes herself available. She will again appreciate the crowd buzz of NCAA tournament volleyball because — after years of overseas competition — she can understand what others are saying and share in the dialogue. “Now coming back it’s like, ‘Wow, Nebraska really does love volleyball,’” Larson said. “It’s like a full-circle moment for me.”Photos: Nebraska volleyball hosts Missouri in second round of NCAA Tournament
Source:Daily Sun
December 07, 2023 05:37 UTC