World not ready for rise in extreme heat, scientists say
World not ready for rise in extreme heat, scientists sayPARIS, France, Jan 26, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Nearly 3.8 billion people could face extreme heat by 2050 and while tropical countries will bear the brunt cooler regions will also need to adapt, scientists said Monday. They found "that the population experiencing extreme heat conditions is projected to nearly double" by 2050 if global average temperatures rise 2C above preindustrial times. "The key take away from this is that the need for adaptation to extreme heat is more urgent than previously known," said Lizana, an environmental scientist. Prolonged exposure to extreme heat can overwhelm the body's natural cooling systems, causing symptoms ranging from dizziness and headaches to organ failure and death. - 'Dangerously underprepared' -The study, published in the journal Nature Sustainability, projected that 3.79 billion people worldwide could be exposed to extreme heat by mid century.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 26, 2026 11:04 UTC
Calls grow for European teams to boycott World Cup 2026
With relations between European governments and the United States strained, calls for European teams to boycott World Cup 2026 are beginning to gain traction in some quarters. I wouldn’t like it if this happens as we won’t have a World Cup, which is always a highlight in sports and I love it. That meeting could prove decisive in any efforts to form a European alliance to boycott the tournament. With 16 of the 48 teams at the World Cup and the world’s most powerful club sides from Europe, any move by the continent’s associations would likely see the rest of the footballing world take notice — with some possibly to follow. “We do not believe that an isolated boycott on the part of NFF is an effective means of lasting change.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 11:00 UTC
Rights group says confirmed Iran protest toll nears 6,000
PARIS, France, Jan 26, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - A US-based rights group said Monday it had confirmed the deaths of 5,848 people in a wave of protests in Iran suppressed by security forces, warning that it was still investigating thousands more potential fatalities. NGOs tracking the toll have said their task has been impeded by a now 18-day internet shutdown, warning that confirmed figures are likely to be far lower than the actual toll. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) said it had confirmed that 5,848 people had been killed, including 5,520 protesters, 77 minors, 209 members of the security forces and 42 bystanders. Giving their first official toll from the protests, Iranian authorities last week said 3,117 people were killed. Over the weekend, Persian-language TV channel Iran International, which is based outside Iran, said more than 36,500 Iranians were killed by security forces between January 8 and 9, citing reports, documents and sources.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 26, 2026 10:57 UTC
Tarique: People must be given guardianship of their voting rights
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday said the people must assert their own rights and be entrusted with full guardianship of their voting rights to ensure a truly democratic process. "On the day of voting, you must go to the polling centre with the same presence as today's rally. The BNP Chairman said there have been dummy elections for the past 15-16 years while people’s voting rights were deprived. With Narayanganj District BNP Convenor Professor Mamun Mahmud in the chair, Joint Convenor Mashukul Islam Rajib moderated the programme. BNP Dhaka Divisional Associate Organizing Secretary Nazrul Islam Azad, Narayanganj-1 constituency candidate Mostafizur Rahman Bhuiyan Dipu, Narayanganj-3 constituency candidate Azharul Islam Mannan, Narayanganj-4 constituency candidate Monir Kasemi, and Narayanganj-5 constituency candidate Abul Kalam, among others, spoke on the occasion.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:52 UTC
Rajshahi Warriors receive heroes’ welcome on open-top bus victory parade
Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) champions Rajshahi Warriors were accorded a grand reception as they toured Rajshahi city on an open-top bus on Monday, drawing massive crowds of jubilant cricket fans. At around 10:30am, the players landed at Hazrat Shah Makhdum (R.) Airport, where an open-top bus was waiting to take them on a victory tour. Shanto and Mushfiq repeatedly held the BPL trophy aloft, drawing thunderous applause. The victory parade later passed through Talaimari, Saheb Bazar, Rajshahi Collegiate School, Rajshahi College and Laxmipur, before concluding at Nabil Industrial Park in Paba. Along the route, people waved, cheered and took selfies, as the city celebrated its BPL champions in unforgettable fashion.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:42 UTC
Four held with weapons, yaba tablets in Pirojpur
Photo: BSSPIROJPUR, Jan 26, 2026 (BSS) - Four suspected drug peddlers were arrested along with country-made sharp weapons and yaba tablets during a joint forces operation in Pirojpur on Monday. Joint forces comprising members of the Bangladesh Army, police, Narcotics Control Department (DNC) and civil administration conducted the raid. During the search, law enforcers recovered 496 pieces of banned yaba tablets and seven country-made sharp weapons, including Chinese axes, pocket knives and stainless steel weapons, from several concealed rooms inside the building. The court also ordered an additional two months of imprisonment in case of failure to pay the fine. Major Ishraq Rahman, commander of the Pirojpur Army Camp and leader of the operation, said the drive was part of the government's zero-tolerance policy against drugs.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 26, 2026 10:39 UTC
Named after teacher mum, Learner Tien makes Grand Slam milestone
MELBOURNE, Jan 26, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Learner Tien got his name because his mum was a teacher and the rising star of United States tennis still lives at home even as he reached a Grand Slam milestone. Tien's mother Huyen, a retired teacher, and the rest of the family have played a central part in his fast rise to prominence. Tien suffered a nosebleed early on against Medvedev in their last-16 match, the result he said of a dry nose. "I feel like I have been playing a little bit better match by match, and, you know, each match I'm making a little jump in how well I'm playing, how comfortable I feel," he said. "Right now I'm feeling better than I have all week, all year, so I'm really looking forward to it."
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 26, 2026 10:39 UTC
India courts EU at Republic Day as trade deal nears
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday in the presence of EU leaders who were invited as the guests of honor. The Republic Day was organized around the central theme “150 Years of Vande Mataram,” commemorating the national song. European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen were the official guests at the Republic Day celebrations. “It is the honor of a lifetime to be Chief Guests at the Republic Day celebrations. My dear friend Narendra Modi, dear Indian friends, my very best wishes on this great day of celebration.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:16 UTC
Tobacco, unhealthy food strictly prohibited in educational institutions: DSHE
DHAKA, Jan 26, 2026 (BSS) – The government has issued strict instructions to ensure prevention of non-communicable diseases and tobacco free environment at all the educational Institutions and concerned offices across the country. Selling of tobacco products, use and publicity are strictly prohibited within 100 meters of the educational institutions, according to the directives, adding that the directives have also asked to impose ‘joint declaration’ issued by the Health Services department. All the educational institutions and offices must to declare ‘tobacco free’ and also to display necessary signage there, said the directives. The WHO FCTC regulations also have asked on limitations of marketing unhealthy food and highly sugary drink at the educational institutions with an aim to ensure nutrition for the students. The educational institutions have been asked to ensure at least 30 minutes moderate and high intensity physical exercises daily for raising physical capability of the students, said the DSHE instructions.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 26, 2026 10:14 UTC
Cracking down on illegal arms
Any illegal weapons being used by nefarious individuals could intimidate voters, disrupt campaigns, or fuel violence - a scenario that we must avoid at all costs. As such, a robust, coordinated crackdown on illegal arms must be treated as a national priority. Law enforcement agencies have been left wanting for some time now, and citizens must be assured that they are acting impartially and targeting arms traffickers regardless of political affiliation. These days leading up to the election are crucial, and we need our law enforcement to be operating with full transparency. We need our law enforcement to be united and send a clear message: Illegal arms and explosives have no place in our plans for a better Bangladesh.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:08 UTC
Tarique Rahman to visit Mymensingh Tuesday for election tour
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman will visit Mymensingh on Tuesday as part of his election campaign for the 13th national parliamentary election, during which he will address three separate public meetings in Mymensingh, Gazipur and Uttara in the capital. The BNP media cell confirmed the schedule on Monday afternoon. According to the media cell, Tarique Rahman will address a public meeting at the Mymensingh Circuit House ground at 2:30pm as the chief guest. On his return journey, he is scheduled to speak at a rally at the historic Rajbari ground in Gazipur at 6pm. Later in the evening, he will join another public meeting organised by the local BNP at the Azampur Eidgah ground in Uttara at 7pm, after which he will return to his Gulshan residence.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:02 UTC
EC upbeat on free, fair elections on Feb 12
Election Commissioner Abdur Rahmanel Masud on Monday hoped that the Election Commission would be able to hold fair polls, citing full cooperation from political parties ahead of the upcoming national election scheduled for February 12. Replying to a question on whether the commission has faced any non-cooperation or pressure from any political party, the election commissioner said the EC has not faced any pressure from any quarter. We are taking all necessary steps to hold a fair election,” he said. Considering the environment we have observed so far, I think the situation is quite good.”The election commissioner urged the voters to apply their voting rights freely in the upcoming elections. Rahmanel Masud said even if an ineligible candidate manages to contest and get elected for any reason, the Election Commission will still have the authority to take action at a later stage.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:02 UTC
Indonesia landslide death toll rises to 17, dozens missing
The death toll in a massive Indonesian landslide hit 17 on Monday as rescuers used heavy equipment to hunt for dozens still missing days after heavy rains unleashed a torrent of mud. I feel so sad seeing my older sister like that (buried by the landslide),” he told AFP. Abdul Muhari, a spokesman for the national disaster agency, confirmed on Monday that at least 17 people were killed and local officials said 73 were still missing. More than 50 houses were severely damaged by the disaster, which also displaced more than 650 people, the local disaster agency added. They excavated manually and used heavy equipment, but said they had to tread carefully for fear of another landslide due to the unstable ground and bad weather.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:02 UTC
Uncertainty over Pak–Ind T20 World Cup clash as PCB weighs protest options
Pakistan may boycott its high-profile T20 World Cup 2026 match against arch-rivals India amid growing discontent with the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) handling of Bangladesh’s removal from the tournament, Pakistani media reported on Monday. According to Pakistan media outlet Geo News, sources within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said the board is considering multiple options to formally register its protest, including refusing to play the India fixture scheduled for February 15 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Despite this, the board is said to be keeping all options open, even if it ultimately decides to participate in the T20 World Cup, which begins on February 7. The development comes in the wake of the ICC’s decision to replace Bangladesh with Scotland after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) refused to send its team to India, citing security concerns. A final decision is expected after a crucial meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and PCB Chairman Naqvi in Islamabad on Monday.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:02 UTC
Ducsu’s Sarbamitra apologizes over punishing children at DU playground announces resignation
In a post shared on a Facebook group of university students on Monday afternoon, Sarbamitra said he was stepping down after accepting moral responsibility for what he described as an undesirable incident. In the post, he outlined the security crisis caused by unrestricted entry of outsiders into the university’s Central Playground and Physical Education Center. He said that although the field is designated exclusively for university students, frequent intrusion by outsiders has led to repeated incidents of harassment of female students. Sarbamitra said outsiders regularly enter the playground by climbing over the wall opposite Dhaka Medical College. Addressing the controversy, Sarbamitra said: “Amid administrative failure and insecurity, while trying to manage the situation, I was compelled to make the outsiders do sit-ups holding their ears.
Source:Dhaka Tribune
January 26, 2026 10:02 UTC