About 20% of Oregonians at risk for PFAS contamination
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Source:Daily Sun
November 19, 2024 18:46 UTC
Bangladesh needs strong institutions led by competent professionals, says Toufique Khalidi
In his words, Bangladesh needed stronger institutions, led by competent professionals, to ensure accountability and fairness. Khalidi highlighted his observation from his experience as bdnews24.com, which took the news service in Bangladesh to digital era, marked its 18 years in business. However, Khalidi explained why it took eight years to get all changemakers at one stage after the tenth anniversary of bdnews24.com. He continued, “We need stronger institutions, led by competent professionals, to ensure accountability and fairness. Led by Editor-in-Chief Khalidi, the new management transformed the news outlet into the first ever dotcom company in the country.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 18:30 UTC
Govt okays import of 18.80cr eggs
DHAKA, Nov 19, 2024 (BSS) -The government has given permission to import of 18.80 crore eggs through 42 designated firms for stabilising the egg market. The Ministry of Commerce today gave the permission to stabilise prices and ensure the availability of this essential commodity. According to the ministry's statement, this import permission will expire on January 31, 2025.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 19, 2024 17:45 UTC
Matt’s Take: The Cincinnati “almost, should’ve, could’ve, would’ve” Bengals; let’s talk Reds
Random comments and facts· Since 2021, the highest-graded passer in all of football is Joe Burrow (93.4). · Joe Burrow leads the NFL in yards, touchdowns, and QBR. His smiling and “fiving” other players after the game maybe made me more mad than the missed field goals. · Joe Burrow has more losses than Tom Brady with 300+ pass yards, three+ pass yards, and zero interceptions (Burrow has three, Brady had two). Let’s talk Reds baseballI need a mental break from the Bengals’ downward spiral.
Source:Daily Sun
November 19, 2024 17:01 UTC
Titumir College students protest against police presence on campus
Students boycotting classes and examinations at Government Titumir College in Dhaka’s Mohakhali have protested against a heavy police presence on the campus. In the face of the protests on Tuesday, the police personnel eventually exited the campus and took up positions in front of its main gate. The students say they are conducting a campus ‘shutdown’ programme and do not plan on blocking roads or rail lines again. Hundreds of students occupied roads and rail lines in Mohakhali from 11am to 4pm on Monday to demand the conversion of Titumir College into a university. Aminul Islam, a student from the Department of Mathematics, said at a press conference on Monday: “Classes and exams will not be allowed on the Titumir College campus from Tuesday.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 15:46 UTC
Almost all cases designed to suppress protests are withdrawn: Asif Nazrul
Legal action will also be taken against those involved in the business of filing false cases, Asif Nazrul saysAlmost all cases designed to suppress protests are withdrawn: Asif NazrulLaw Advisor Asif Nazrul has said nearly all cases started with the aim to quell the mass protests in July and August have been withdrawn. Three days later, an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus was formed and Asif Nazrul assumed the position of law advisor. It will facilitate the withdrawal of all baseless and fabricated cases," remarked Asif Nazrul. Asif Nazrul also revealed that 20 special public prosecutors have been appointed to handle explosives cases related to the BDR mutiny. Regarding law enforcement, the law advisor commented: "If a suspect cannot be located, we can apply for a red alert.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 15:19 UTC
Group Theatre Federation’s convening committee resigns over ‘clash in working methods’
Less than a month into their tenure, the convening committee of the Bangladesh Group Theatre Federation has tendered its resignation, citing a "conflict of working methods" with the central committee. Despite being reminded that the conveners' decisions were final, the ongoing conflicts made it difficult for the convening committee to operate effectively. The convening committee was established on October 25 during a meeting of the Federation's Executive Council and General Council. He added, "The central committee was expected to support the convening committee, but we are now experiencing a clash in working methods." Given these circumstances, Bhowmick noted that the convening committee is finding it increasingly difficult to carry out its responsibilities.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 14:18 UTC
Neer achieves International Master title
DHAKA, Nov 19, 2024 (BSS) - Bangladesh's national champion Manon Reja Neer has received the title of International Master, said a press release today. His International Master title was approved at the 4th FIDE Zone Council meeting of the World Chess Federation held on November 11 last. Manon Reza Neer is the youngest player from the country to achieve the International Master title.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 19, 2024 13:50 UTC
The time I was the Good Witch
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Source:Daily Sun
November 19, 2024 12:58 UTC
Renewal in focus as bdnews24.com celebrates 18 years of news reporting
Over the 18 years of its journey, bdnews24.com has chronicled history while reporting the news. To keep pace with the innovative nature of our times, 'multimedia content' was added to the bdnews24.com website. bdnews24.com has always stood by readers on social media. The number of Facebook followers stood at 76,257 when bdnews24.com celebrated its fifth anniversary. bdnews24.com has maintained its pledge and succeeded in becoming a news outlet trusted by its readers."
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 04:58 UTC
Ecuador declares national emergency as wildfires, drought intensify
In the most-affected provinces, Azuay and Loja, the flames have consumed more than 10,000 hectaresFILE PHOTO: A cloud of smoke and ash is seen covering Quito, as the city has five active fires in its surroundings, Ecuador Sept 4, 2024. REUTERS/Karen Toro/File PhotoFILE PHOTO: A cloud of smoke and ash is seen covering Quito, as the city has five active fires in its surroundings, Ecuador Sept 4, 2024. REUTERS/Karen Toro/File PhotoEcuador's government declared a 60-day national emergency due to raging forest fires made worse by a severe drought, risk management officials said on Monday. The South American country faces 13 active wildfires and another nine that have been controlled, according to an update from the government's communications office. The emergency decree comes as Ecuador struggles with an energy crisis that has led to power outages of up to 14 hours a day in recent months.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 04:58 UTC
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year
REUTERSProtesters gather to participate in a demonstration marking the upcoming anniversary of 1,000 days since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, near the Russian Embassy in Rome, Italy, November 17, 2024. Ukraine meanwhile has some of its best troops trying to hold that small piece of Russian territory, captured in August as a bargaining chip. President Volodymyr Zelensky said last week that Ukraine must do its best to end the war next year through diplomatic means. But he has emphatically shut down any talk of a ceasefire before proper security guarantees are provided to Ukraine. "We want to warn everyone: there will be no 'Minsk 3'; what we need is real peace," he said.
Source:bd News24
November 19, 2024 02:55 UTC
Daily Horoscope for November 18, 2024
General Daily Insight for November 18, 2024 Inspiration is currently likely to descend upon us, whether we like it or not. To moderate all this chaos, the intense Scorpio Sun trines spiritual Neptune in Pisces at 9:07 pm EST. Aries March 21 – April 19 You may currently find it easy to make big and bombastic claims when you’re in a group setting. Perhaps you feel like you must be outrageous to be heard at all, but try the alternative first. Cancer June 21 – July 22 Going on a fantasy adventure could rejuvenate you now.
Source:Daily Sun
November 19, 2024 01:17 UTC
Vermont state treasurer pushes to return unclaimed property
NORWICH, Vermont — In September, Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak spent two days driving to all 14 counties returning more than $150,000 to businesses, nonprofits and service providers. Unclaimed property describes forgotten financial assets such as uncashed checks, old bank accounts, security deposits and insurance proceeds. Even though the unclaimed property fund is growing, the office had a record number of claims last year — 19,000, totaling $5.8 million. He encourages everyone to check for unclaimed property even if they do not reside in Vermont. The Vermont Unclaimed Property Division can be reached at 802-828-2407 or unclaimed.property@vermont.gov and the New Hampshire division at 603-271-2619 or unclaimedproperty@treasury.nh.gov.
Source:Daily Sun
November 18, 2024 22:00 UTC
Interim govt takes responsibility of state reforms: Asif
DHAKA, Nov 18, 2024 (BSS) - Adviser for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain said the interim government has taken responsibility of carrying out state reform in line with the aspiration of people of the country. The adviser said the people of the country are united to extend their support to the government for performing state reform work to build a new Bangladesh, said a press release here today. The commonwealth assistant secretary-general has assured to provide support to the interim government. During the meeting, youth and sports secretary Md Rezaul Maksud Zahedi and acting secretary of LGRD division Md Nazrul Islam were present. Prof Luis Gabriel Franceschi is on a four-day visit to Bangladesh to hold discussions with various dignitaries of the interim government.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 18, 2024 21:50 UTC